DCT wet clutch fluids, universal?
Looking at wet clutcg dct fluids, the next car will have a wet clutch dct and calls for dexron dct fluid. Unfortunately, it seems that spec is hard to come by, and expensive: $50 or more per quart...
View ArticleFord 10R80 - TSB - Help
Hey folks. I assume most anyone who pays attention to Ford or owns one is aware of the variety of issues that the 10R80 transmission has. Over this past summer, Ford released TSB22-2428. It provides...
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Ever wondered what the funny fuel pre-filter was for?
This is a diesel pre-filter on a 240d (w123) after only about 850km/530 miles. This is the debris that was left on the tray after I tried to drain the pre-filter: There was still plenty of stuff in the...
View ArticlePost Covid-World work life; changes for you, or back to the same?
So, Covid is basically ‘over’. It did massive disruptions to our way of life - the economy shut down, some lost jobs, lots started to work from home. Covid-related disruptions caused massive inflation...
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STP filter "2 oil changes" unknown miles cut open with sludge deposits!!
Got a 1999 Dodge 5.2l Dakota. Changed the oil, at unknown miles. But I think the oil filter has 2 oil changes on it. I say that because it looks like someone used channel locks to attempt unscrewing...
View Articlepost your latest transmission lubricant change.
2OO1 Accord 2 quarts Honda MTF. Last month 12 quarts of TES 295 Delvac flushed in 2OO3 Silverado with 25K miles on the odometer.
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CR: Best Tire Brands
Most Satisfying Tire Brands - Consumer Reports Consumer Reports' latest satisfaction survey ranks the most satisfying tire brands among all-season, all-terrain, and summer tires....
View ArticlePost your latest differential oil/transfer case change
I posted this in automotive oil just to break the monotony but thought this would be nice to track all the new packaging and viscosities being used. 2018 Toyota Tacoma Out 4 Qts 75w85 factory fill....
View ArticleAnyone with thoughts on the FPIS/ Taurus interceptor?
I've been doing a bit of research and am interested in buying a Ford Police Interceptor Sedan (Taurus). Probably one with 60-90k miles. From my research so far, the water pump can fail and is expensive...
View ArticleSafety nannies
Morbid curiosity had me looking at Trax today. Came across these nannies which I think would drive me nuts? Rear Seat Reminder, Helps to remind the driver to check the back seat(s) before leaving the...
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MoS2 for gears
Going to use one each front bevel box and rear differential at my 100K service this year.
View ArticleStraight 30 or 15W40 for hard use air cooled small engine?
Say Rotella T-1 SAE 30 ($18 gallon) vs Rotella T4 15W40 ($16 a gallon) to keep it brand comparable. In something like a pressure washer or generator in hot weather.
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Walmart clearance Subaru 15 filters $1
I don't currently own a Subaru but couldn't resist! Besides, sooner or later I will get a customer with a Subie!
View ArticleAc Delco vs Wix
I have a gmc canyon with the 2.8l duramax, when I change the oil I usually order an ac delco however I’ve been reading that the wix may have slightly more filtration is that true? On my truck it uses a...
View ArticleShould you have zf8HP serviced after break-in?
Few questions here related two vehicles. 1) Should I have my ZF 8HP transmissions serviced after a solid break-in on a new vehicle? 2) I'm selling my Discovery which has 72k miles and never had the...
View ArticleMost reliable old man car: Grand Marquis or Buick Lucerne?
Or really any Buick prior to 2009 with the 3800 V6? Assuming same year, same mileage and same overall condition would you choose a Grand Marquis (or Lincoln) or a Buick Lucerne or Lesabre with the 3800...
View ArticleTesla Stock
I was meeting with my financial advisor today. He's very knowledgeable and trustworthy. Works for a supermajor investment company; everybody here would recognize. Well he is bullish on tech companies...
View ArticleAn EV I would buy
There is a lot of EV talk here on BITOG, but not much if anything about what consumers such as me want. So I started this thread, will share what I would buy if ev shopping, and hopefully others will...
View Article9MM, 10MM or 40 SW
Would someone tell me the pros and cons of these calibers? Thank you and Happy, Healthy New Year
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