ok thanks for the helpfull info but the last time i drove it i drove from the store where it started making loud knocking noises and let it sit for a while to see if i might stop but it didnt. it just kept knocking, it dosent smoke as far as i remember but it hasent been started in like 5-7 months due to me being in ct, until yesterday.i tried starting it yesterday but the battrey was dead so i tryed to jump it but the damn thing wouldnt start but it was turning over but not starting so i dont know i need all the hepl i can get so thanks in advace for any info.thanks-keith