Q:Does the heater control valve anything to do with the A/C ?My heater control valve needs replacing, as it leaks when I put my truck's heat on. No heat, no leak. I have to periodically re-add Prestone every once in awhile after using the heat . I've checked the valve and it only leaks when I have my heat on, if I don't use my heat, I don't lose fluid. But now I'm wondering if I use my truck's A/C, does the heater control valve have anything to do with the radiator fluid, or just the freon? Thanks in advanceCar Mechanic in training

the control valve when its turned off keeps water from circulating thru the heater core.. so the hot water doesnt counteract the coolness coming off the evaporater in the ac box under your dash that is the only place those two systems interact.. it sounds like your valve is working fine aside from the leak although i myself would replace it since by winter you may forget that it leaks and on a long drive end up overheating the truck the valve usually runs about 30$ and isn;t difficult to change its worth fixing

Q:How come my boiler supply valve isnt letting water into my boiler, i have a cold water supply hooked up to it with the valve on i have tested the copper pipe goin into it and water flows into it, but when It reaches the valve it stops. I understand that it my have a backflow preventer in it and I am wondering if that could be malfunctioning. The hole you see on the front is where my expansion tank screws in. Also where could I get a new Valve. Thanks.http://img149.imageshack.us/i/boilerfillvalve.jpg/

I work on antique steam boilers and engines for a hobby and if your supply valve isn't letting feedwater into the boiler, I'm going to tell you right now that you potentially have a VERY dangerous situation on your hands. Until you get this issue resolved, I would recommend that you not steam this boiler up under any circumstances, unless you have a backup feedwater delivery system that is working correctly. Many people don't know this, but a low water condition in a boiler under steam is essentially a ticking time bomb and can result in a fatal explosion. As to what may be causing it, I would say it's possibly one of two things: 1.) The check valve has been installed backwards and the flow of water is basically pushing it shut. 2.) The check valve is installed correctly, but is frozen shut due to corrosion and scale. Either way, I would have a certified boiler inspector come out and take a look at it; he can probably tell you more than I can.

Q:What is a valve mismatch in cars. code 300, 302, 420. All togather. Mechanic is telling the truth to do tune up and all. Is iT valve itsef? What is a (bad) coild? MITSUBISHI MIRAGE 2000

Wherever you are get out. You are about to be ripped off. This will probably be too late. I gather the code you gave is the trouble code, as they are called, from the cars obd. The code 300 is random / multiple cylinder misfire. The code 302 is cylinder # 2 misfire The code 420 is catalytic system below threshold bank # 1 Deciphered this means you have a spark plug misfiring in cylinder #2, bank # 1. The misfire is causing a rich gas mixture in the exhaust system that is detected by the sensor and therefore it says you have a catalytic converter problem. I would suggest you replace your spark plugs, if they have a lot of miles on them. Are they the original plugs ? I f so they are probably due. Get out of there and go find an honest shop that will not rip you off. Now that you know the problem they can;t cheat. I don't know what all that other valve business was about but all you have is a misfiring spark plug.

Q:It is burning oil, so that means oil is getting into the combustion chambers....but im not exactly sure which piece has gone bad? or for that matter what the valve guides are in the first place. Could the lifters have gone bad too? Can someone tell me what piece is most likely the cause for the oil leak into the chambers and then a price of how much it would cost to have it fixed. When i start the car it blows a puff and then settles down and then when im at a stop light and push the accelerator it blows a puff and then more or less settles down...sometimes it keeps going for a while. My mechanic put an additive in the oil called stop the smoke or something, and i know that that causes the seals to expand...and it has helped. So. I need someone to give me an overall diagnosis and price range. My mechanic is reluctant to have me do the work, im guessing cause its expensive...but i would rather pay 1000 dollars then buy a new car.

yes we would love to help, except you gave us zero information, in order to even begin to guess whats going on, you need to explain a whole bunch of information if you want any help, like what year make model of car, engine mileage on engine, and any other things that have been done to a coar that you know of. If you have a chevy 350 it was pretty normal to get a puff of smoke out if it when it was cold, this was from worn valve stem seals, and sometimes the design of the seal was a problem, like the umbrella seal for late 80s early 90s, even new some got a few drips of oil and blow a puff of smoke, you say its smoking out the tail pipe, ok when only when cold? or all the time , or under acceleration? when, that is the first clue we need to know ok?

Q:I have a T4-T10 and L5-S1 spinal injury and I recently found out that my tricuspid and my mitral valves leak. I have never had heart problems before I got the spinal injury. Do you think the valve leaks could have been from the trauma when I received the spinal injury?

I wouldn't think the trauma would directly injure the valves. Were you in the hospital for a long time following that injury hooked up to IVs? With IV catheters there is the possibility of bacteria entering the bloodstream and causing damage to the valves. Maybe that is why you developed valve issues. Also I wonder if there is the possibility that the massive immune and inflammatory response generated by that much trauma to your body may have caused some damage to the valves. I've never heard that happening, but I imagine it's possible. Also it may just be coincedence and you may have had the valve issues before but never had reason to check them out. A small leak in the heart valves is very common as people get older.

Q:I just got my water pump replaced on my Peerless boiler. Now my backflow valve is always dripping. I am unsure if I should cap it off or if the dripping will stop over time. It seems that there is some pressure comming from the vent. What should I do??

The seal may be worn. Call back the company that installed the pump...

Q:hey...im kinda confusedis cochlear an artificial valve???and if not..what is an artificial valve??

Hello, i found this information online, hope it will be helpfull... ?Artificial valves can be used to replace damaged valves in the body that are no longer functioning to keep blood flowing in one direction only. ?Most artificial valves have a fabric ring surrounding them, which allows a surgeon to sew the device into place during implantation. ?Where appropriate, artificial valves are constructed from collagen-rich materials, such as pericardial tissues which have been obtained from pigs or cows and treated (to denature any animal proteins), to minimise the risk of rejection by the human body. Other materials used are cobalt-chromium alloys, low-temperature carbon and titanium alloy with pyrolytic carbon discs or balls.

Q:A diabetic patient undergone CABG having aortic valve problem.Cardiologist suggested valve replacement

Today, there are two types of prosthetic valves used for replacement: mechanical or tissue. Mechanical Valves A mechanical valve is carefully designed to mimic the native heart valve. It has a ring, like your own natural heart valve, to support the leaflets. Like your own heart valve, the mechanical valve opens and closes with each heartbeat, permitting proper blood flow through the heart. To prevent any blood clots from developing on the valve, which can cause complications, a mechanical valve replacement requires you to take anticoagulation medicine (blood thinners) daily. The dosage of this medication is different for each person, so you will be closely monitored to make sure you are on the correct dosage for you. Regular blood tests will be performed at the physician's office, an anticoagulation clinic, or at home with a specialized testing kit. Tissue Valves The tissue valve is a native valve taken from an animal. Once the tissue is explanted (removed), it is chemically treated and prepared for human use. Some tissue valves have a frame, or stent, that supports the valve, and some valves are stentless (no framework). A very thin polyester mesh cuff is sewn around the outside of the valve for easier implantation. Eliminating the stent makes it possible for the surgeon to implant a larger valve. Larger valves generally provide more surface area for blood flow; this allows more blood to flow through the valve to accommodate the body's needs. Homografts or Allografts A homograft or allograft is a human valve obtained from a donor. This type of valve is particularly beneficial for pregnant women and children, because it does not require long-term anticoagulation therapy. In addition, it can provide excellent hemodynamic performance, allowing for natural function of the surrounding structures. Because the availability of these valves depends on donors, supply is limited. Take care always

Q:My car (RWD) has vacuum leak and has the code PO171/PO174. I find some engine oil at the bolt well of the valve cover on the bank 2 side. Can the vacuum leak come from the valve cover? What is the main function of the valve cover? Thanks.

there is no vacuum in the valve cover. the vacuum is in the intake the valve cover is leaking oil. the valve cover covers the rocker arms.

Q:I have a 2000 Ford Explorer sport(2wd). I live in the Fort worth,Tx area. What would be a resonable price to have this valve changed out with a new one(valve labor)?

dealership wil prolly charge $150-$175 depending on their labor rates. Might find a local shop to do it for less. Goto autozone and ask them to pull the part and to give you a diagram of where it's located and you can decide if you can do it yourself. EGR Exhaust Gas Recirulator typically is located on the intake manifold. Never been under the hood of an 00 Explorer though.