New Battery Poll
Hello, Researching batteries currently. 2017 Corolla with an, 7 year old battery. Still doing fine with a load test, but getting closer to that range of replacing. Also have a 17 Forester and that...
View ArticlePurolator boss leaking anti drain back valve
I found a couple of these filters in the clearance section at tractor supply. I put one on my jeep a couple weeks ago. Every morning the engine would rattle when started. Something it doesn't normally...
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In the hunt for a good, reliable, used 4x4 ATV.
Looking for a 2nd ATV so I can go riding with the kid(s). We currently have a 2WD Grizzly 125 which is fine for now, but for some ATV parks I want something capable enough to get back out if I need to...
View ArticleBoba Tea?
I DVR all sorts of shows and watch them when the is bad. Hot Rod Garage is one of my favorites. Lucky Costa and Alex Taylor crack me up. Anyway, Alex turned Lucky on to a drink called Boba. He liked it...
View ArticleFoods you loved that make you gag now
Anybody notice that when they got older, certain foods you loved make you want to gag now? Like I love pork and still do but the smell of it cooking makes me sick now.
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Corvettes
Having been a resident of both Flint Mi and St. Louis, I was not aware of this. Apparently in 1953 the Corvette plant was moved from Flint to St. Louis.
View ArticleCybertruck 70-MPH Range Test
I referenced it in another thread, but the Out of Spec range test is now published with numbers. Dual motor with stock All-Terrain tires. Steady 70-MPH. Zero wind, zero traffic, nearly zero elevation...
View ArticleKIA/Huundai crush washers
Good morning folks. I’m in need of some kia/Huundai crush washers. Where do you folks get them? Thank You all in advance sir
View ArticleFram 9972 oil filters contrasted
Two filters I recently got at a local Walmart. Fram cartridge-type Ultra and Extra Guard; both in style 9972 form (fits many late model Toyota/Lexus 3.5L engines). The Ultra: - does have wire backing;...
View ArticleMusk Says Tesla ‘Dug Our Own Grave’ With The Cybertruck
Well well looks like Elon might be waking up to reality or not. " Elon Musk says the Cybertruck is one of those things “that comes along only once in a long while,” but it hasn't "come along" at...
View ArticleChevron black pearl grease for cv joint
Ive been reading and finding out quite a bit for cv axle greases but i dont find anything abt the chevron black pearl line. In the past I have rebooted axles and put the moly/black stuff packs, while...
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Stellantis brands Jeep, Dodge, Chrysler and others are skipping Chicago Auto...
Well, that's the headline from the Chicago Tribune. Can't say that I blame them. I have no huge desire to go see it anymore either. Stellantis brands Jeep, Dodge, Chrysler and others are skipping...
View ArticleNew Porsche ... Well, Wifey Did It!
She's an exec in the tech side of the auto industry, and likes her cars; our 996 was hers at first and she has a Golf R and Wrangler 2 door w/ the 6 speed, soft top only and wind-up windows. She is a...
View ArticleInexpensive watch recommendations
Any recommendations on an analog watch under $50 that won't bite the dust within 1 year? Just needs to be basic and have the date on the face. I have had terrible luck so far by trying to cheap out, I...
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2024 Subaru OBW 2.4L Turbo | 0w20 Factory Fill Oil | 1942 miles on oil & car
The first oil change is supposed to be at 6 months or 6000 miles. At 7 months we still didn’t even have 2000 miles but I changed the oil and did this UOA. Recommended oil is 0w20. Subaru says if that’s...
View ArticleNew Vehicle Purchase in small-town Montana
Sometime between April and June this year my wife and I will be moving to a small town in Montana. We currently live in northern Utah. Right now we are a one vehicle family, a 1-ton truck, because my...
View ArticleHarbor Freight 30" 5 Drawer Mechanics Cart - Double Stacked!
I didn't realize this was a possibility. HF has already announced a Series 3 version of the 30" cart (with improved drawer latches); if this "hack" can still be done, I may have to build my own.
View ArticleValvoline buy One get One 50% off
Valvoline is offering a buy One get One 50% off motor oil with no promo code needed, just add the items into your cart.... only motor oil, everything else is excluded. It's a decent deal but misleading...
View ArticleWhat are you working on today?
Today's maintenance routine. I need to put together a new addition to the tool collection. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01DY9HBAK/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 This should...
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