Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - Classic Car Doctor - September 19, 2015 - Hour 1
Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - Classic Car Doctor - September 19, 2015 - Hour 1  
Podcast: Ron Ananian The Car Doctor
Published On: Mon May 04 2026
Description: Talking to Myself, Tuning Chips & Oil Consumption Truths From the archives — September 19, 2015. Ron kicks off the hour in an unusual way—talking to himself (literally) while working through a real-world issue with an anti-theft system on one of his own vehicles. It’s a candid look at how even seasoned techs think through modern car problems. The calls cover a wide range of issues, including a 2004 Mercury Marauder with transmission concerns, and a classic 1990 Chevy Cavalier where the owner wants to convert from a four-headlight setup to a two-headlight system. Ron also sits down with Jim McGinn of PowerTeq to talk about performance programming and what modifying your vehicle’s computer really means for drivability and reliability. Rounding out the hour, a caller with a 2006 Toyota RAV4 asks about a technical service bulletin addressing excessive oil consumption—leading to a broader discussion about manufacturer fixes, expectations, and what drivers should know. A mix of real shop insight, listener questions, and straight talk you can use. Car Advice. Done Right. Grab your Car Doctor gear – T-shirts & more at CarDoctorShow.com Follow the wrench – Instagram @ronananian for shop life & behind-the-scenes Watch & learn – Auto repair tips & videos on our YouTube Channel Got a car question? Call the Car Doctor Hotline 24/7 – (855) 560-9900 Join the conversation LIVE – Saturdays 2–4 PM Eastern See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.