Honda VCM Disabling Questions
Any Honda VCM disabling knowledgeable people here? Likely buying a new Honda w/ v6 and VCM. I’ve never liked the idea of cylinders shutting down on anything. At least Honda doesn’t seem to have...
View ArticleCorrosion on aluminum wheels....is it an issue?
Hi everyone, I recently cleaned up a set of OEM Nissan wheels for my Maxima that I had saved from a previous Maxima. I was originally going to have the wheels reconditioned, but for the $650.00 cost I...
View ArticleNew Tire Confusion
I have a 2018 Camry LE, the tire size is: 215/55R/17 94V. I live in Connecticut, but I never drive in the snow anymore. Being recently retired, I just wait for the snow storm to end. We are planning on...
View ArticleFord recalls 43,000 SUVs due to gas leaks that can cause fires, but doesnt...
I get that the fix is to get the fuel away from the heat source, but it's a bit troubling that they're not just replacing injectors and fixing it. Seems there's been a lot of fire risk related recalls...
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How to make this broken tailight look better?
New one is over $300, and used ones are $100-$200. Just the lip of the housing is broken off so inside is still dry. Any clear plastic repair product to fill that gap? I was thinking clean silicone...
View Articlesaw horse choices
have been considering purchasing some new saw horses,at a reasonable price ,something that is sturdy and has rubber feet ,looked at some reviews on u-tube ,well mostly high buck items, i need some good...
View ArticleUnveiling the Superiority of Pennzoil Ultra Platinum Oil: A Detailed Analysis...
This video is a deep dive into the differences between Pennzoil Ultra Platinum oil and regular Pennzoil Platinum oil. Mr. Lake Speed Jr., a certified lubrication specialist, uses a variety of tests to...
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New tool thread
Figured this place needs a thread to condense all the new tool posts. If not oh well...
View Article2 Micron Filter? Know of any that are relatively cheap?
I'm installing a remote external oil filter for my transmission, and I'm only seeing the Amsoil 2 micron filter which is $75. Anyone know of any cheaper options?
View ArticleCharacter counts- a example from China
When the Chinese decided to live in peace, they built the great Wall of China. They thought that no one could climb it because of its height. However, in the 100 years after its construction, the...
View ArticleUsing Stihl HP Ultra 2 stroke oil as an Ester additive
First let me preface this by saying I am not currently adding this oil to my crank case nor do I recommend blending your own oil... But with that said, I cannot even count how many times I have seen...
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Guy living in his car
There is a large place we shop maybe weekly (not going to get any more specific since I'm not trying to out anyone) that has a guy living in an old Corolla in the parking lot. The car is always in the...
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Oil cooler/warmer sandwich plate (Fl1a sized, 13/16-16)
Hello, I hope this is an acceptable place for this question. I have been looking to no avail on a sandwich oil cooler/warmer for a FL1a sized filter. looking for something along the lines of what is in...
View ArticleDEXRON V1 MERCON LV Multivehicle ATF
Castrol, Valvoline, Pennzoil, Mobil, and others sell licenced DEXRON V1 MERCON LV as multivehicle fluids and claim performance requirements for a range of vehicles. How do the above-mentioned companies...
View ArticleInsulin Resistance - ready to learn something?
If you have a big belly and high blood pressure you should watch some of the YT videos by Ben Bikman PhD. I am pretty sure you will learn a few things especially if you are trying to loose weight. Not...
View ArticleTwo-cycle oil Formulations
In case you missed this topic, here is a write-up on two-cycle oils: While this may be your first set of analyses for 2-C oil, there is really nothing controversial or strange about the analysis. There...
View ArticleThread for photos that 100% do not violate any Terms Of Service, not...
Let's make this a RANDOM thread, but one that does NOT violate Terms Of Service. Political stuff does. Let us NOT include that! Let's see if we can, in earnest, have a random photo thread. BOB IS THE...
View Article2024 Silverado EV W/T - 450 miles EPA range
Official EPA range estimates now 450 miles for the W/T trim with the big battery. Initial estimates were around 400. Really shows how much aero and tires help range, compared to the Hummer EV (329...
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