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Who "makes" Cenex/Central Lakes Co Op motor oil? It is a synthetic blend. Regional farm-home supplier here in MN. Had this oil change at a Midas franchise today. They use this Cenex 5W-30 and NAPA Pro Select oil filters.I usually change my own,but did not feel like laying in the snow this afternoon.

I own a 1979 Dodge pickup with a slant six.Only driven about 500 miles per year(MAY to Nov.) Current fill is 5qts.5w-30 TropArtic,16ozs.SLOB,and 16ozs.MMO.Truck not using any oil.I have 2 gals. of Mobil Delvac 15w-40 CI-4plus/SM that I'd like to mix 50/50 with a 5w-20 or 5w-30 to use it up...

Vehicle ia a 2003 Honda Odyssey.Tire size is 225/60 16.Had a blowout(not a flat tire)Nov.27,2008. Had a second blowout Dec. 25,2008 Both at 55mph with 4 and 5 passengers respectively. The tires were inflated properly and had only 16676 miles in less than 2 yrs.Both were front tires. First...

Is it possible/practical to get a "timing chain kit" and retrofit an older timing belt engine to a timing chain? I know of guys who race(circle track)the older Ford 2.3L. engines and am wondering if they do a chain conversion or just replace the timing belt when needed?

Hi guys, What years was the Ranger 3.0L v-6 an iron block and iron head engine? As opposed to the 2.3 4 cyl.with an aluminum block and head.What mpg do the 3.0 L. get? Also, are the newer (last 5 yrs.)5spd. auto. transmissions "sealed for life" without even a dipstick? I want a 2001.5-2005 basic...

I looked at the Consumer Reports 2008 buying guide today at the library. It indicated (in the problem charts)that 2001 and 2003 rangers had transmission problems. Is this factual or subjective? They did not indicate manual or auto. I want an auto. behind a Duratec 2.3 with 2WD. Is this a good...

I meant "cartridges" or "guts" Parts at Hardware Hank or some at Menards.

I have 54 Delta faucets in my apt. bldg. All are 34 yrs. old and still working fine. Do need to replace the cartriges about every 10 yrs.Delta is good stuff and parts are available.

01rangerxl, What is a Lima I4? Thanks.In what year did Ford start using chains on the I4?

It just dawned on me that bar+chain oil as well as gear oil are really stinky products. Maybe the Warren/Super Tech blue bottle 2cycle is similar for some reason(like cost)?

Another Ranger?. I know a guy with an older Ranger(year?)4cyl. The timing belt gave out around 60000 miles. Does the3.0L v-6 use a timing chain rather than a belt? Engine durability is prob.my biggest concern.Is the timing belt a weak point on the 98-03 4 cylinders? Chains are more durable,not?

I have the 5speed trans.

2003 Honda Odyssey Van. Was going to do a 3-3.5qt. drain and refill,but could not find the TRANSMISSION drain plug.Does it hide under a crossmember? Owners manual does not have a picture. Had the oil jet recall done 3or4 yrs. ago.Pablo,I know you know the location of the transmission drain plug...

This afternoon I looked at a local 2000 Ranger. It was a 3.0L,AT,125,000miles, standard cab, vinyl bucket seats, basic radio,manual windows and door locks. In short,a very basic and low optioned truck.Less options OK. $4700 not OK. Really, Is it even worth $3000.? Needs 4 tires too. What do you...

Thanks guys, for all the input! I've decided on a 98-03 Ford Ranger.Is $4800 about right for a clean 2000 with 125,000 miles? (3L.v-6,AT,?,?.I'll look at it tomorrow and report back.