PT CRUISER THE WAY TO GO

i have been watching the group for comments on the cruiser, i have not seen
any and there are thousands on the road, i am going to buy one in january,
is there a seperate ng for them.

 

there are PT groups out there, but no actual newsgroups that I'm aware of.
This group seems to be more car-problem oriented.
Love my own cruiser. Enjoy yours!

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You might want to check www.edmunds.com for a group

 

Or checkout http://www.ptenthusiasts.org/
it has a fairly active forum section as well as many other attractions for
the PT enthusiast; some require registration, which is free.

 

Just created this non-commercial forum on Google Groups:

http://groups-beta.google.com/group/PT-Cruiser

http://www.ptcruiserclub.org/
http://www.ptcruiserlinks.com/
http://www.ptcruizer.com/
http://www.zuko.com/Cool_Rides/PT_Cruiser.htm
http://www.ptownersclub.com/
http://groups.msn.com/PTCruiserLovers

 

The PT Crusier has proven to be a very reliable vehicle without any
problems so far, plugs and wires going bad has been the issue and Chrysler
came out with a different type of both that seemed to fix the problem
Glenn Beasley
Chrysler Tech

 

Three big negatives with mine.

Too slow (for me) with automatic.
Poor fuel economy (18 to 20 over three years).
Very very wide turning circle with automatic.

Other than that it has been a great experience.

Richard.

 

Another problem that seems to be cropping up more and more: The
multi-function switch, which controls the lights, fog lights, high-beams,
dome (interior)lights and turn signals, fails and works erratically.

SRG

 

I agree with the turning, it stinks

 

hmm I havent seen that yet, dont think i have had to replace a multifunction
switch to date

Glenn Beasley
Chrysler Tech

 

Well, I've seen it in mine, at least one other club member, and its listed
as one of the top 10 problems on PTDIY. I've also read numerous posts
about it on different PT forums. As I said, "it seems to be cropping up
more and more", probably because PTs are getting older.

SRG

 

This isn't unique to the PT. I've replaced the one on my 96 GV as well
as my 94 Chevy K1500.


Matt

 

Negatives 1 and 2 are closely related<smile>.
I was at first disappointed with the performance of my PT w/automatic
(delivered June 2000); after a short while, I learned where the power curve
is on this vehicle and found enough power for my needs. The worst mileage I
ever had was 20mpg in mixed driving, during summer with A/C in frequent use.
No or little A/C, in mixed driving I get 22mpg. I have never taken it on a
long, highway only trip, therefor have no idea what mileage it could get.

Never noticed the trning circle issue.

The problems I have had (other than two recalls, which were taken care of
before becoming a problem) are electrical. The radio controls stopped
working; the radio played just fine, I just couldn't change the station,
change the volume or turn it off; repaired under warranty. The only other
problem was smoke started coming out of the steering column, where
turn-signal lever goes in; turn the key off, still smoke. As it happened, I
was driving past a dealer when it started, I turned around, pulled in the
dealer's service area and 45 minutes later was on my way; no, charge.

Even with those problems, this was the best new car I have ever bought. Fit
and finish were outstanding; four-and-a-half years later, fit and finish is
still good.

 

I just mentioned it in reply to another message in this thread. On my 2001
(delivered in 2000) the control started smoking and had to be replaced).
The problem occurred about a year ago.

 

240 hp with turbo high output and mopar stage 1 in automatic

yep it sucks!!!

never noticed, but you could practice 3 point turns, or emergency brake
turns : )

 

I belong to various pt groups and haven't come across this one yet,
hopefully that's a bug that's been ironed out of newer models.

 

I have an 01 6 speed manual. It too has a wide turn radius. Why would
the automatic have a wider one?

Jerry

 

not sure, but it does have wider, I believe the tranny casing is bigger,
thus not allowing the steering "linkages...." to turn as much as the
standard car.

 

I have never seen a good multi-function switch. They all have problems
because of all of the functions, and therefore connections and switches,
required in such a small space.

I have replaced them on Toyota Tercels, Dodge Neons, a Ford Taurus and
a Ford Escort GT.

Put the damned switches on the dash and reach, once in a while, it might
be good exercise! |>)

Dan

 

The worse is GM. THey must have a contest to decide how many functions can
go on one stalk so it cannot be figured out while driving.