Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - Hour 2 - October 31, 2026

Five Shops Missed It. One Honda Nearly Lost Control.

A 2017 Honda Accord arrives at R/A Automotive with a popping and clunking noise that two dealerships and three repair shops couldn't resolve. What Ron and technician Danny discover is frightening: a dangerously loose ball joint allowing nearly three-quarters of an inch of movement. And that's only the beginning. A stripped brake caliper mounting bolt reveals another potentially catastrophic failure waiting to happen. How did so many shops miss it?

Then, Greg in Florida calls about his 1980 AMC Eagle that stalls after 20 minutes of running. Is it the DuraSpark ignition module, or is everyone overlooking the obvious? Ron explains why testing beats guessing every time.

Walt calls from Hawaii with a 1993 Toyota Camry that suddenly stalled and wouldn't restart until it cooled down. Ron explores ignition components, temperature sensors, and the challenges of diagnosing intermittent failures.

Plus, a spirited conversation about Ferrari, Bugatti, and the Right to Repair, and a listener responds to Ron question from last week: Have Americans fallen out of love with their cars?

Real calls. Real problems. REAL ANSWERS!

Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor — America's Favorite Working Radio Mechanic.

Car Advice, Done Right 

🌐Visit: CarDoctorShow.com

📸 Follow Ron on Instagram: @ronananian

🎥 Watch repair tips and shop videos on YouTube

📻 Join the conversation LIVE Saturdays 2–4 PM 

 

 

Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - Hour 2 - October 31, 2026
Five Shops Missed It. One Honda Nearly Lost Control.
A 2017 Honda Accord arrives at R/A Automotive with a popping and clunking noise that two dealerships and three repair shops couldn't resolve. What Ron and technician Danny discover is frightening: a dangerously loose ball joint allowing nearly three-quarters of an inch of movement. And that's only the beginning. A stripped brake caliper mounting bolt reveals another potentially catastrophic failure waiting to happen. How did so many shops miss it?
Then, Greg in Florida calls about his 1980 AMC Eagle that stalls after 20 minutes of running. Is it the DuraSpark ignition module, or is everyone overlooking the obvious? Ron explains why testing beats guessing every time.
Walt calls from Hawaii with a 1993 Toyota Camry that suddenly stalled and wouldn't restart until it cooled down. Ron explores ignition components, temperature sensors, and the challenges of diagnosing intermittent failures.
Plus, a spirited conversation about Ferrari, Bugatti, and the Right to Repair, and a listener responds to Ron question from last week: Have Americans fallen out of love with their cars?
Real calls. Real problems. REAL ANSWERS!
Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor &mdash; America's Favorite Working Radio Mechanic.
Car Advice, Done Right&nbsp;
🌐Visit: CarDoctorShow.com
📸 Follow Ron on Instagram: @ronananian
🎥 Watch repair tips and shop videos on YouTube
📻 Join the conversation LIVE Saturdays 2&ndash;4 PM&nbsp;
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With over 40 years of repairing cars and 27 on the radio helping you repair them, Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor, is an expert at everything automotive. Call us at 855-560-9900.

With over 40 years of repairing cars and 27 on the radio helping you repair them, Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor, is an expert at everything automotive.  Call us at 855-560-9900.

Ron Ananian The Car Doctor

Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor™ — America's Favorite Working Radio Mechanic.

Real cars. Real problems. REAL ANSWERS!

For more than 30 years, nationally recognized automotive expert and master technician Ron Ananian has helped drivers understand their vehicles with straight talk, practical advice, and a little humor.

But Ron isn't just talking about fixing cars. He's still doing it.

Since 1978, Ron has owned and operated R/A Automotive in New Jersey, where he continues to diagnose problems, turn wrenches, and tackle the same challenges drivers face every day. That real-world experience is what makes Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor™ different.

From mysterious check engine lights and expensive repairs to routine maintenance, car buying, and knowing when it's time to walk away from an aging vehicle, Ron brings decades of hands-on experience to every conversation.

Join America's Live Call-In Auto Repair Show every Saturday from 2–4 PM Eastern. Call Ron at 855-560-9900 with your automotive questions, hear what other drivers are experiencing, and get answers from someone who's spent a lifetime under the hood.

Can't listen live? Catch the podcast anytime, wherever you listen.

Visit CARDOCTORSHOW.COM.

Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor™ — Real Calls. Real Problems. REAL ANSWERS!

Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor&trade; &mdash; America's Favorite Working Radio Mechanic.
Real cars. Real problems. REAL ANSWERS!
For more than 30 years, nationally recognized automotive expert and master technician Ron Ananian has helped drivers understand their vehicles with straight talk, practical advice, and a little humor.
But Ron isn't just talking about fixing cars. He's still doing it.
Since 1978, Ron has owned and operated R/A Automotive in New Jersey, where he continues to diagnose problems, turn wrenches, and tackle the same challenges drivers face every day. That real-world experience is what makes Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor&trade; different.
From mysterious check engine lights and expensive repairs to routine maintenance, car buying, and knowing when it's time to walk away from an aging vehicle, Ron brings decades of hands-on experience to every conversation.
Join America's Live Call-In Auto Repair Show every Saturday from 2&ndash;4 PM Eastern. Call Ron at 855-560-9900 with your automotive questions, hear what other drivers are experiencing, and get answers from someone who's spent a lifetime under the hood.
Can't listen live? Catch the podcast anytime, wherever you listen.
Visit CARDOCTORSHOW.COM.
Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor&trade; &mdash; Real Calls. Real Problems. REAL ANSWERS!

Ron Ananian The Car Doctor™

The Clunk In The Dark Of The Night

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