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			<title><![CDATA[ My over-heating problem... ]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[ Well, actually it was the PT that was overheating, not me...
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Turns out, there are two motors, two speeds for the fan: one that kicks in around 220 degrees, one that kicks in at 240 degrees. The stage one fan motor was
burned out in my case and therefore the engine was heating up past the point of running warm and going all the way to hot.
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			<pubDate>Fri, 29 Aug 2008 16:35:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[ ignition problem? ]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[ Ok, when I turn the key on, everything electrical comes on and there is just one click. I had a new starter put in, ran fine for a week, now it is stuck in
Santa Cruz. What the heck is it? ]]></description>

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			<pubDate>Fri, 25 Jul 2008 06:28:54 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[ bad experience ]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[ I just had a bad experience with my PT.  In August new spark plugs were installed (by J&amp;D Automotive) and in March my car was running very poorly.  A new
catalytic converter and something else related were installed.  Still a very poor running auto.  After being in that shop for 15 days, he still couldn&#39;t
figure out the problem and recommended I take it to the dealer.  At Larry Menke it was discovered that the wrong plugs were installed, causing problems with
the cat converter.  They... ]]></description>

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			<pubDate>Wed, 16 Apr 2008 14:58:06 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[ Keep it running... ]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[ <!--EZCODE BOLD START--><strong>Drive your car to death, save $31,000</strong><!--EZCODE BOLD END--><br>By keeping your car for 200,000 miles or more, you can save the money of buying a new car. Plus: Cars that can outlast all the rest.<br>August 31 2007: 12:23 PM EDT<br><br><br>NEW YORK (CNNMoney.com) -- By keeping your car for 15 years, or 225,000 miles of driving, you could save nearly $31,000, according to Consumer Reports magazine. That's compared to the cost of buying an identical model... ]]></description>

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			<pubDate>Fri, 31 Aug 2007 09:17:06 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[ pt do it your self help ]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[ <!--EZCODE AUTOLINK START--><a href="http://www.ptdoityourself.net/">www.ptdoityourself.net/</a><!--EZCODE AUTOLINK END--><br><br>I recently found out that several owners did not know of this web site. Even if you go to the dealer it is some times helpfull to let them know about things that other pt owners have found. <br><br>PT4PHUN is now past 100,000 miles. <br><div class='signature'><strong><em><span... ]]></description>

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			<pubDate>Fri, 24 Feb 2006 21:36:24 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[ Be in the Salinas Area on Saturday - 2 PM ]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[ Just an FYI, got a customer that needs some Zaino and towels, so I am going to meet him at the BIG 5 in the Northridge Mall around 2 PM this Saturday if anyone wants anything... or come by and just yuck it up.....  Well, I will be out in the boonies by the BIG 5, look for the Blue Corvette <!--EZCODE EMOTICON START :D --><img src=http://www.ezboard.com/images/emoticons/happy.gif ALT=":D"><!--EZCODE EMOTICON END--> <div class='signature'>SF Bay Area Zaino Distributor & Microfiber... ]]></description>

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			<pubDate>Tue, 21 Feb 2006 21:22:58 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[ My PT car fire ]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[ Just thought I'd let you all know that a fuel line leaked and caught fire under the hood of my car.  That was a recall item in 2002 and I had taken the car in for it.  Menke Chrysler dealer is at this moment trying to figure out what went wrong and what to do about it.  <br>I had the car in for a 60k check-up last month and it seems odd to me they didn't spot something.  Then two weeks ago they replaced the power steering line, and extended warranty problem.  I'm beginning to wonder about... ]]></description>

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			<pubDate>Tue, 10 May 2005 08:55:57 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[ PTBoutique.com specials ]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[ Hello fellow Cruisers, <br><br> <br><br>We are having so much fun putting new items on PT Boutique.  We have added 26 new items just in the last 3 weeks.  Also, all MOPAR items are permanently on sale at 5% off.  Our new Car Care section is up and running with several new items including spark plugs and plug wires, MOPAR oil and air filters.  <br><br> <br><br>Bill and I went to Laughlin, NV for the PT River Run on March 12.  We saw a lot of really great PT Cruisers (over 300) and made a lot... ]]></description>

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			<pubDate>Tue, 22 Mar 2005 07:27:28 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[ FACTORY WHEELS !! ]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[ We have the factory wheels off the convertible , for sale. anybody interested let us know . RAMONA ]]></description>

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			<pubDate>Wed, 02 Mar 2005 07:41:27 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[ non turbo oil filter ]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[ The turbos (and SRT4s) use a bigger filter that fits just as well on the standard PT. All the same dimensions except longer. And longer is sometimes good. <br>Check you oil after a few miles to see if a little more is needed to fill up the extra capacity.  <br>K&amp;N oil filter number is HP2009. ]]></description>

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			<pubDate>Wed, 08 Dec 2004 18:31:18 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[ 60K service ]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[ Just an FYI.  Had my 60,000 mile service done.  (Well, the PT's 60K, actually...I have WAY more miles on me...).<br><br>Anywho, they had to replace a failing water pump, so be on the lookout when you get to that many miles - if it happens to one, it can happen to others.<br><br>Other than that, she's in fine health and ready to cruise. ]]></description>

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			<pubDate>Fri, 27 Aug 2004 06:41:06 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[ PT Problems ]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[ <br>Someone sent me this email.....anyone have any ideas?<br><br><br>I met one of your club members several months ago on a day trip to Santa Cruz. I love my PT but am having some problems with it and wonder if anyone else has had the same problems. <br>1.  Keyless entry doesn't always work.  One unit was replaced but problems still exists and of course it always works at the dealership so they don't know what to fix.<br>2.  Today it was towed for the 3rd time as it wouldn't start - just... ]]></description>

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			<pubDate>Wed, 02 Jun 2004 20:49:08 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[ Clay Bar Information ]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[ I thought this might be useful for those doing the Clay Bar GTG on Sunday.<br><br>Clay Bars seem to be a mystery to a number of people.  It is a relatively new method for cleaning paint and removing the tiny particles that stick to the paint of your Cruiser.<br><br>What is the goal of using a Clay Bar?  To maximize the shine on your Cruiser you want the paint as flat as possible.  Flat surfaces reflect more light and a higher quality light than bumpy or curved surfaces. A clay bar will remove... ]]></description>

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			<pubDate>Fri, 12 Mar 2004 09:12:03 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[ Car Care Website ]]></title>
			<link>http://montereybayptcruisers.yuku.com/topic/494/t/Car-Care-Website.html</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ Here's a great resource for <!--EZCODE LINK START--><a href="http://www.carcarecouncil.org/index.shtml" target="top">car care information.</a><!--EZCODE LINK END--><br><br><!--EZCODE IMAGE START--><img src="http://www.carcarecouncil.org/images/logo.gif" style="border:0;"/><!--EZCODE IMAGE END--> ]]></description>

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			<pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2004 13:26:21 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[ K&amp;N air filter ]]></title>
			<link>http://montereybayptcruisers.yuku.com/topic/495/t/K-amp-N-air-filter.html</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ Has anyone cleaned their K&amp;N air filter element yet?  I'm coming up on 45K miles and figure it's about time.<br><br>Any pointers? ]]></description>

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			<pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2003 21:54:53 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[ service manual ]]></title>
			<link>http://montereybayptcruisers.yuku.com/topic/496/t/service-manual.html</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ I now have an official Chrysler CD with the complete PT service manual. Will be glad to check out or  look up info for you. ]]></description>

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			<pubDate>Sun, 13 Apr 2003 20:20:23 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[ Spring Car Care ]]></title>
			<link>http://montereybayptcruisers.yuku.com/topic/497/t/Spring-Car-Care.html</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ To reply:  <br><!--EZCODE AUTOLINK START--><a href="http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ptcruiserdetailing/post?act=reply&messageNum=62">groups.yahoo.com/group/pt...sageNum=62</a><!--EZCODE AUTOLINK END--><br>------------------------------------------------------------------------<br><br>It's all in the wash. <br><br>With spring in full bloom, it is time to start thinking about washing<br>and waxing your car.<br><br>When washing your vehicle, it is best to use a brand-name car-washing<br>soap. Do... ]]></description>

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			<author>feeds@yuku.com (metoo90)</author>
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			<pubDate>Thu, 10 Apr 2003 20:18:21 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[ Brake wear link ]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[ My mechanic hasn't said anything about my brakes. Are aftermarket brakes ok to use?  Check out the link for a discussion on this.<br><br><br><!--EZCODE AUTOLINK START--><a href="http://www.ptcruiserforum.com/cgi-local/ubb_public/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic;f=3;t=000983">www.ptcruiserforum.com/cg...3;t=000983</a><!--EZCODE AUTOLINK END--><div class='signature'><img src="http://www.hyjinx.com/MBPTC/KMSigPic.jpg"></div> ]]></description>

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			<pubDate>Tue, 11 Mar 2003 21:43:18 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[ PT service ]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[ Watsonville dealer service:<br>I have always taken the PT to Watsonville and been happy with their service. Except, I had a less than desirable experience at the 30K service. <br>Santa Cruz dealer service:<br>I take my PT into Pacific Coast Friday (37.5K). <br>I told them I was with MBPTC and he knew who we are.  <br>I will get back with results and impressions.<br><br>How about reviews of other service shops? ]]></description>

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			<pubDate>Tue, 25 Feb 2003 16:55:15 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[ PT Cruiser ABS Brakes ]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[ Because of the snow storms on the East Coast I am sending out this<br>information: Mike Challis<br><br>###What is ABS (Anti-Lock Brakes System)?###<br>The PT Cruiser can be ordered with the optional Teves Mark 20 Antilock <br>Brake<br>System with Low-speed Traction Control.<br>The purpose of the antilock brake system is to prevent wheel lockup <br>under<br>braking conditions on virtually any type of road surface. Antilock <br>braking<br>is desirable because a vehicle that is stopped without... ]]></description>

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			<pubDate>Wed, 19 Feb 2003 08:56:13 GMT</pubDate>
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