BYD may come to the US via Mexico
So as domestic automaker dither about how EV's demand is not as great as anticipated while offering EV's at ridiculous prices which middle class Americans can't afford a foreign competitor may be...
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2003 Chevy Blazer Vavoline Max Life Syn-blend AC Delco oil filter
View ArticleWill VR1 kill the Cat in my '87 911?
Hey thanks for helping, I have an air cooled 1987 911 which has flat tappet's and needs zinc for protection but have been told that zinc will hurt/kill the Cat over time so it seems like a catch 22. I...
View ArticleAre DIY friendly autos going to become a trend?
As someone who prefers to turn my own wrenches, I enjoy doing most of my own auto maintenance. After seeing the video below, this gives me hope that more manufacturers going to make them DIY friendly.
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0w20 in a JD F510 with Kawasaki PA540V 17 hp ?
My F510 has been retired to trailer hauling mostly anymore. And used a lot under 50F. It never really gets warmed up though as it's mostly start and go, then turn off. I do let it run for the first 15...
View ArticleChainsaw Bar & Chain Oil - Antiwear Additive?
After the latest YT bar oil test / comparison I'm surprised to find that many bar oils don't seem to have any AW additives. Is there something easily available that can be added to a typical chain oil...
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2OO1 Accord 2 quarts Honda MTF. Last month 12 quarts of TES 295 Delvac flushed in 2OO3 Silverado with 25K miles on the odometer.
View ArticleFleetguard LF16011 - Cut open - New
This is a direct cross-reference to the Donaldson P551132 and indirect cross to the PH3614 which is spec'd for the Cummins B3.3 engine. One of the Fleetguard LF16011 arrived damaged so I decide to cut...
View ArticleSynthetic oil question about length of time not miles
Our 2018 Mazda CX5 only gets driven to VEGAS and back about 3-6 times a year. (630 miles RT) ALL other trips are done in our Electric car, so CX5 just sits until another VEGAS run! It's about to hit...
View ArticleAPI finds nearly half of certified oils have issues
The API has over 27,000 products licensed globally and analyzes over 1,000 samples annually to assure compliance. Recent results found that 46% of these samples had issues ranging from minor...
View ArticleEuro Oil
Have a 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe. It calls for 0w30 motor oil. I know Mobil carry's it, but so does Pennzoil. Pennzoil states it is for Euro cars. Could I still use it in my Santa Fe? Even though it is NOT...
View ArticleOn the search for new tires for mercury grand marquis
Starting to become on the lookout for a new set of shoes for the ol' medicare sled. I put a new set of Arizonian silver edition III 225 60 16 tires on in 2019 when I bought the car. Overall, those have...
View ArticleLike Tuning/Modding/DIY - Then Read This
http://theautowire.com/2024/03/03/the-epa-is-targeting-aftermarket-car-modifications/ Keep politics out of it, however, this affects us all. They are out of control and they're not the only agency out...
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Pennzoil 0w-40 SRT oil question?
Hi I have a bunch of these two oils Pennzoil 0w-40 Ultra Classic and 0w-40 Ultra Platinum, both are API SN and have a Chrysler MS-12633 specification and are marketed for SRT motors. I want to find out...
View ArticleWhy/When would you need a trust over a will
Talking to a friend of mine and he suggested I should have a trust instead of a will. My parents had a will and there wasn't an issue.
View ArticleAlarming News From Canada
I will only post the head line from the article today. You can find the complete story online easily. Question for the Canadian BITOG members, Is this true? If so, will you be at risk from posting on...
View ArticleLets talk about new vehicles
I have prostituted myself to the lowest bidder and did unspeakable things to obtain the ultimate long range road cruiser. Obviously I have failed and need your help. What I require............ * Great...
View ArticleFlorida Real Estate Advice
I'm retired and living in NY. Single father 3 kids, oldest is graduating HS this year, plus a sophomore and 12 year old. I have 5 years to go. My senior and sophomore are in a private school playing...
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