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Auto parts commercial accounts

Searched but couldn't find any similar threads except for 2007 from @Pablo about Amsoil. When it comes to commercial accounts, does anyone have preferences between O'Reilly, AutoZone, NAPA (or others...

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25% off all Genuine Toyota parts at Decatur Toyota

For all of my fellow Toyota people.. Here’s an opportunity to buy what you need at a lower price

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My roadside food pictures.

The pictures I will post here are nothing but pictures of food I have consumed during road trips, excursions, and joy rides. This is a very good brie and prosciutto sandwich from the Oakville Grocery...

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post your latest differential fluid change

couldnt find one upon search so here goes. if its a repost just delete it 2004 F150 140k out: unknown in: 2.5 qts royal purple 75/140 1 bottle friction modifier 2004 explorer 90k out: factory fill in:...

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2024 6.7 Cummins - Looking for an oil recommended

Hey Guys, New to maintaining a modern diesel, and not the oil expert many on this forum are. I have a new 2024 Cummins 6.7 with 600 miles on it. Although I don't need to change the oil yet, I want to...

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Salvage history, but clean title?

On Saturday, I went to a car lot and purchased a $3K used car. This was my first time purchasing from a used car lot and I foolishly let myself get pressured into buying the vehicle on the spot without...

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4L80E TCC Not Locking

Sorry if this is long but hope to present a complete picture as best I can. Vehicle: 2006 Chevy Express 3500 RV Conversion (Roadtrek 210P). Weighs 9600lb, right at GVWR 153k miles. Fluid/filter changed...

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Centric CTEK rotor runout..

Need your guys’s opinion on this particular rotor that I got today. I installed it onto my wheel balancer and hooked up my dial indicator. I don’t know if it’s slightly warped and would cause a...

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Can a high HTHS ever be detrimental to engine protection?

We know that a higher HTHS gives better wear protection. But can it ever be too high and cause any issues in a normally used vehicle?

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Who makes BMW's "store brand" oil?

Just wondering. Thanks

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Hustler Super Z Hyperdrive Hydraulic Filter?

I'm getting ready to service my Hustler ztr hydraulic fluid and filter. Should I stick with Genuine Hustler filter (pn 602768x) for >$100, or is there a better filter you recommend?

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Nissan Rogue 1.5 VC-TURBO Engine Teardown

Probably the first tear down video of the Nissan VC engine. As a current owner of the exact engine, I'm fingers crossed and interested to see how it will go.

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Low priced oil / filters for riding lawn tractors with Briggs and Stratton...

Hi, I have a Husqvarna YTH 24V48 riding lawn mower with: Mulching kit, 48 Inch deck and 24 Horse Power Brigs and Stratton engine (724 cc). The recommended engine oil is genuine Briggs & Stratton...

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Waterproofing LED Light Upgrade Connections

Got a set of LED Headlights and DRL/Signal lights for my 03 Suburban for my B-day. So excited to finally get some good night-time vision. The 2 headlight connections will be watertight, since they use...

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Anyone compare CAT Power Stations/Battery Jumpers from Costco?

I’ve have this CAT #CJ1000DXT Power Station for the past few years and it’s been great, but definitely bulky and heavy. I wonder how it compares in performance to the newer CAT Lithium Power Station...

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Is there such a thing as an unreliable U.S. new car today?

I know it's relative, but if you were a low mileage driver (like me) and drove like an old lady (like me) and were a stickler for maintenance (like me) ... shouldn't the majority of today's vehicles...

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Help me chose a new printer

Hi everyone. I just bought a new Acer 315 chromebook, because my old laptop gets messed up evertime I connect it to the internet. This new Acer 315 is not compatible with my old Dell 1130 laser...

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JASO Wet Clutch Additive?

So I goofed up. I purchased four 2L canisters of Motul V300 Racing Line 10W-40 for my 2014 Kawasaki ZX-6R 636 ABS. I bought I was buying the V300 4T. I usually run Kawasaki synthetic with a Kawi...

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Rock Auto Discount Code

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What is the single best vehicle to buy if you're a tightwad?

Don't say Toyota Corolla...

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