can I get a salvage bid from a wrecking yard online for a total loss vehicle?
Q. I am an independent appraiser dealing with automotive claim for insurance companies. I work late and sometimes need to obtain 3 salvage bid on total loss vehicle. to upload my work in a timely fashion I would like to be able to go on a web site for this information insted of calling wrecking yards the next day. Thank you all. I do use IAA and Copart depending on the insurance company I'm working for. Some company do pay for these services and some do not. There is monthly fee involved for these services.
Asked by murray_toby - Fri Nov 3 16:59:22 2006 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I work for a major auto insurance company as an adjuster. We send all of our vehicles to IAA. It might not be as accurate as calling, but you should be able to get a pretty good approximation of a vehicle's salvage value online at their salvage analysis site. There are about 25 different classes of damage, and the option to look at pictures to get a better idea of the true salvage value. All you need is a year, make, model, and general description of the damage (left side, rollover, flood, etc.) and it will give you the average salvage sale amount for all matching vehicles within the last year. I dispatch IAA to pick vehicles up through their website as well. I don't know if it costs anything, as if it is, my company pays for it. I… [cont.]
Answered by ezlndylan - Fri Nov 3 17:20:26 2006

looking for a wrecking yard that specializes in Mercedes Benz.?
Q. i'm a mechanic in the Austin, TX. area and i'm trying to find a Mercedes Benz part for a customer. i know some wrecking yards specialize in certain types of cars but can't find one in the phone book.
Asked by MR.ZASS - Mon Oct 15 14:50:16 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I just looked in the latest issue of Hemmings Motor News and found a couple of sources of new and used M-B parts. The place is called Potomac European and they have a toll free number (1-800-275-4405). If the customer has 68-71 280 SE & SL, 72-89 450, 480, 380, 500, 90-98 300, 320,500, 60-99 220D, 240D, 300D, TD,300SDL E, 300D-TD, 81-91 280, 380, 500, 560 SEL & SEL Coupe, 92-99 S 320,420,500,600 there is a "parting out M-B" ad with an email address of martinito-motors.com and a phone number (305)751-4741 which may or may not be helpful. Good luck!
Answered by Kiffin # 1 - Mon Oct 15 15:14:25 2007

How much should I ask from a wrecking yard for a broke down 1994 pontiac grand am?
Q. It's engine has been taken apart and it's missing a tire. The title is not in my name either. Please help. I live in the Dallas,tx area. Who should I call?
Asked by sketcherr23 - Tue Nov 25 16:19:39 2008 - - 8 Answers - 0 Comments

A. You don't ask a price. You tell them what you have and they make an offer if it's something they even want.
Answered by ryankneale - Tue Nov 25 16:24:01 2008

trying to find the main wiring harness for a 95 mercury mystique. Is there a good wrecking yard close by?
Q. I live in Merced county so anywhere close would be great. Also, if there are any good auto shops that might be able to find me one. I would greatly appreciate any advice. =)
Asked by novembergal - Thu Apr 23 17:18:16 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I think the state would help us more then the county ?
Answered by Live to ride - Thu Apr 23 17:22:01 2009

How can I identify Chevy Vortec heads if I am out in a wrecking yard?
Q. How can I identify Chevy Vortec heads if I am out in a wrecking yard?
Asked by friend robert - Thu Jul 17 14:18:42 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. The easiest was to identify the Vortec heads is the intake bolt holes. They have a unique intake manifold bolt pattern. They only use 8 bolts instead of the usual 12 for a small block Chevy and all the bolt holes are drilled vertically instead of at an angle. They also have a "sawtooth" pattern casting mark on the accessory end of the head that looks like 3 triangles.
Answered by McLaren - Thu Jul 17 15:12:55 2008

I need a climate control module for a car. How do I go about finding one at a wrecking / salvage yard?
Q. Figure it may be a little cheaper and quicker than ebay. Do they tell me what vehicles in my description they have, or do I just show up and they tell me an area to look? I've never been to one.
Asked by mrduckmann - Fri May 1 07:01:05 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

what wrecking yard does your car get towed to in dallas if it is impounded by the police?
Q. dallas tx.
Asked by Joseph W - Tue Jan 8 21:16:36 2008 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. if it is towed by te city then it goes to the city pound.if by a private company then it is towed to that company. ---retired texas deputy sheriff---
Answered by charlsyeh - Tue Jan 8 23:56:28 2008

how do i get rid of a huge ivy plant that's taken over my back yard and wrecking the walls of my house?
Q. i know i need to cut it down but how do i stop it from growing back?
Asked by centipede - Sat Jan 19 12:56:46 2008 - - 16 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Cut as much as you can down and then buy a quantity of copper nails from any good hardware shop. Hammer them into the main trunk/root system and it will soon die off. Most small trees/bushes cannot survive any quantity of copper being fed into the rising sap and will completely expire. I had exactly your prob - I know - I did - I succeeded !!! Be careful tho to re-prepare the soil shud you wish to grow anything else around that area. Good luck ! W
Answered by WELLINGTONY - Sun Jan 20 12:26:28 2008

How do I unlock the cd player unit of my sony xsplod deck so it can play cd's I got from a wrecking yard .
Q. How do I unlock the cd player unit of my sony xsplod deck so it can play cd's I got from a wrecking yard .
Asked by Curtis B - Tue May 1 21:38:13 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Not too sure about sony's policy on this one, you will need to contact them. Sometimes it is a combination of buttons on the head unit and remote. Or you can sit there and go through the numbers one at a time. I have done this several times.
Answered by cplkittle - Tue May 1 22:14:02 2007

Can i sell a vehicle to a wrecking yard without current registration in California?
Q. I have a vehicle that won't pass smog and the registration has lapsed. The car's not worth the cost of repairs / registration so i'm thinking about taking it to an auto wrecker (like pick'n'pull) and selling it for whatever they'll give me. Do i have to scrap the title or make the registration current first? Can i just show up at the wrecker with the auto and the title? What's my best bet?
Asked by governorpredator - Mon Jun 30 20:16:01 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Drive it, pull it, push it. Just have a title.
Answered by SuziQu - Mon Jun 30 23:54:41 2008

My yard is wreck. It has been very neglected and looks sad and dry now.?
Q. I have increased my working hours and hardly have time to work on my yard anymore. I need to rejuvenate it...Any ideas?..Something low maintence but no cactus would be nice. I also might add that it is on a terranced hillside.
Asked by jesshispet - Mon Oct 29 09:21:58 2007 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. hi Jess,I think the two previous answers are a good start but for a long term solution and to save a little money for retirement and future vacations from your yard I would have a professional develop a phased master plan that will provide you with an environment that will require little or no maintenance but also enhance and compliment your outside environment. You are a grandmother and you grew up in the country, maybe you would like to have a low maintenance naturalistic landscape. Once established and properly installed, a naturalistic landscape requires little attention. A local designer or landscape architect can provide you with a maintenance free design that you can truly LIVE with. Take Care and best of everything, Phillip
Answered by Phillip S - Tue Oct 30 00:08:56 2007

Abandoned wrecked car left in my yard?
Q. Yesterday someone wrecked their car in my yard. We didnt see or hear it happen. We called highway patrol. They came called in the plate , then left. This morning the car is still there. Who's responsible to remove this car?
Asked by T_Rod - Wed Dec 26 08:07:18 2007 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. If it is in your yard... not on hwy property... call and have it towed away and tell them to bill the car owner. If it is on hwy property, the police should be taking care of it.
Answered by LT - Wed Dec 26 08:29:38 2007

what is the average price for a honda accord door shell at a wreck yard?
Q. in california
Asked by Rojinegro11 - Mon Nov 10 11:46:38 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Check on this site,which is where all the junk yards listing in the country:
Answered by Carman Nguyen - Thu Nov 13 20:06:47 2008

Why can't you take possession of an abandoned car but the city or wrecking yards can and sell it at auction?
Q. Why is it ok for a city or Towing Company/Wrecking Yard, to take an abandoned car, from a house that is empty and for sale for 5+ years and re-sell the car at an auction; but you yourself can not take the same car from the same house that is up for sale? Why can't you take possession of it, but the City/Towing Company can? What's the difference with me taking it? Lets say the owners of the car moved out of state and can be found or contacted. They abandoned it and never came back for it over the next 5-7 years. Why can't I take the car? I can go to the State DMV and get the title retitled in my name right. The city does that. Why can't I do the same.
Asked by Terminator - Wed Apr 28 13:53:40 2010 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. short answer: you may not trespass. the city, however, has authority (and duty) to enforce state "unregistered vehicle" laws.
Answered by wg0z - Wed Apr 28 21:29:27 2010

How can I remove a door lock/handle assembly from a car?
Q. The passenger car door lock on my car (1991 Mazda 626) is broken. A locksmith said that I would have to replace the door handle and lock together, and that the best place to get a replacement was a wrecking yard. Calling several wrecking yards indicated that if I wanted to get such an item from their yard, I would have to remove it from the car myself. I do not know how to do this. Any suggestions?
Asked by bonzo_dog - Mon Mar 30 19:10:41 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. A bit complicated, you must remove the inner door trim panel to access nuts to remove door handle. Bring a flashlight. There are also plastic clips that hold the lock and handle rods. Be extra careful removing them because hard to find replacements. Take out the assembly, then you can replace the lock. You will have to get the replacement lock re-keyed by a locksmith to work with your key. Do this before installing in your car.
Answered by Wes - Mon Mar 30 19:23:53 2009

What transaxles will interchange with a 95 Dodge Avenger?
Q. I need to go to a wrecking yard to pull a replacement trans-axle for my sons Dodge Avenger. It's a 95. What other cars trans-axles are the same Thanks
Asked by bittsen2000 - Tue Jul 21 02:59:14 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Look here and select your engine(4 or 6 cylinder) and transmission. (auto or manual) It should list all the replacement vehicles. You can sort by distance to find some near you! I got a great deal on a low mileage engine for my car using this site! Good luck! A.T., 4-122 (2.0L) A.T., 6-153 (2.5L) M.T.
Answered by bob - Thu Jul 23 22:00:59 2009

What are the steps to repainting a mirrorr housing?
Q. Had to replace LH door mirror housig. got a replacement mirror from a wrecking yard, its a different color than the car. Do I need to sand off the clear coat or just scuff it up for painting. Can you paint over clear coat? What grit sandpaper do I use? Its on a 01 Honda accord
Asked by DavidB - Fri Aug 7 23:26:31 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. You will want to sand it with a wet sanding paper, around 1000 grit. You can paint over the clearcoat if you go over it with the paper. If you sand down to the plastic you will want to use a primer before the color coat. Clean with alcohol before painting. If the clearcoat shows signs of peeling, sand it off with a coarser paper and then clean up with the 1000 grit.
Answered by Aerohead - Fri Aug 7 23:35:06 2009

Does anyone have any tips or hints on installation of a rear window on a 1992 chevy 1/2 ton truck?
Q. Does anyone have any tips or hints on installation of a rear window on a 1992 standard cab chevy 1/2 ton truck ? A guy at the wrecking yard told me that It is best to just get a new one because for some reason he says you cant get the used ones to seal up good easily. Is this true ? If someone has a website with instructions to do this replacement I would apreciate the address also
Asked by ya_need_to_up_yr_meds - Fri Aug 24 13:07:04 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Lots who have camper shells especially will have the stock window taken out and the sliding window put in its place. If you go to the glass shop and ask they may have a perfectly good used one that they can put in for you at less than the price of a new one.
Answered by oklatom - Fri Aug 24 13:24:26 2007

How do you try to buy or bid on totaled vehicles by car insurance companies?
Q. I m interested in trying to find a vehicle like mine, but wrecked with a good engine and transmission and any other parts I can salvage to keep mine alive for a few more years . I would like to know in general how to search and bid on wrecked vehicles that have been totaled by insurance companies and are now up for bid. This would be kind of like what a wrecking yard must do to purchase vehicles for parts resale, or a used car dealer that would in turn repair the vehicle and resell with salvage title. Any leads on where to start would be appreciated
Asked by racetricks - Thu Apr 12 15:40:25 2007 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Ask your insurance agent. He should be able to tell you what they do with the totaled cars. A lot of the time they have salvage yards take them or auction them off at a local auction. Good luck and hope you find one.
Answered by Fordman - Thu Apr 12 15:46:29 2007

Pull the trigger on this supercharged engine ?
Q. My car blew its motor Option 1: Motor out of a wrecked vehicle, 38k miles , comes with aftermarket supercharger installed, $1,800 . The wrecking yard claims it runs but thats all I have to go off. Option 2: Used or refurbished engine with 1 year warranty for about the same price Which would you go with. For the vehicle assume its whatever you drive.
Asked by Lee - Fri Jul 10 16:30:00 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. well i would always take the warranty,you never know whats going to happen with a used motor after 90 days your on your own.if its bad your buying another one anyway,but if you like spending money then get the junkyard one
Answered by kevin d - Fri Jul 10 16:35:19 2009