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    Computer Experts

    likely the cable going from the laptop base to screen has worn out, some can be replaced, others require screen replacement, varies by model
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    EcoBoost/GDI Engines and Short Trips

    Oil changes won't help since the oil would be practically new coming out, but likely fuel dilution would be an issue. Start-up wear would be the killer and that won't change unless you'd drive further... You should consider an electric car for that commute. Prime candidate.
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    All Purpose ATF - Maxlife and now many others

    Originally Posted By: Cressida If that is the case then how can there be so many lubricant manufactures now marketing an all purpose ATF product that meets the specs and works as both Toyota WS AND T-IV; Dexron III AND Dexron VI; Mercon, Mercon V, AND Mercon LV; etc. etc. Because *TOYOTA's*...
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    Michelin AS3 owners?

    I love my AS3s. I have a 1st gen Mazda 3 with zero rubber in the suspension in the front end (only thing left is sway bar mounts) and they're not loud at all. I'd definitely look into an alignment and have your wheel bearings checked as they can get louder as they die. I'm about 30k into mine...
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    Amsoil ATF vs. ATL - Honda Applications

    Use the application guide on Amsoil's site, they'll list specific picks so no guessing on your part: http://www.amsoil.com/mygarage/vehiclelookuppage.aspx
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    Time for a new computer? Mint?

    Originally Posted By: dishdude Originally Posted By: Ramblejam This is what I've done with my old Dell laptops: 1. Buy a SSD: http://amzn.com/B00A1ZTZOG 2. Install elementary OS: https://elementary.io/ You'll find the difference between this setup and your current configuration to be...
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    Ford 5.0L Coyote Oil Specs

    Basically and actually are not the same thing. Unless you can confirm identical oil galleys, bearing clearances, and oil pump, stick with what's recommended... at least until the warranty is up.
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    Double-Wishbone Suspension and Damper/Shocks R/R

    If you didn't measure ride height before and after to verify, I'd at least have it checked.
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    Trans fluid for 1947 Nash?

    Originally Posted By: MKTSC SAE50 and 90W Gear Oil are the same? McMaster has 90W gear oil. I can get either "Standard" or Mobilgear 600 XP 150 in 90W. Just want to make sure I use the right oil for this old trans. Says NOT to use oils with EP additives.
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    Mazda3 noise after rear brake/rotor install

    Originally Posted By: Blumurder Originally Posted By: brandini Pad/caliper retraction springs new or reused? Reused They're cheap and it's definitely a while you're in there type of part. And when a pad is well used the spring has to bend farther so it could be saggy and not retracting fully.
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    Mazda3 noise after rear brake/rotor install

    Pad/caliper retraction springs new or reused?
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    VW G13 - the best coolant?

    Use what your manual says, and fix the leak properly.
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    Abrupt shift from 1st to 2nd gear

    It's just cold fluid. My Mazda6 did it when cold on the first shift of the day. After swapping the OE fluid to Amsoil SS at 30k miles it nearly disappeared. Also a nifty trick to simply avoid the shift shock... start in 2nd.
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    2011 Focus ATF question

    Originally Posted By: Miller88 It was used in some Mazdas too, I believe. Mercon V was specified for a while too. I am sure a Mazda fluid would work in it as well. Mercon V and Mazda M-V are not one in the same
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    2015 Tacoma, 1,500 miles, Amsoil Signature 5W-30

    Originally Posted By: BikeWhisperer Amsoil SS for breaking in an engine...interesting choice Even the biggest Amsoil fanboi would probably choose OE until things are broken in nice and then switch to SS for extended OCI's pppssstt break in oil or motorcycle oil
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