That is just the markings that the factory puts on the "green" / uncured tread. The color combinations help to keep track of the identification or tread width. There is usually a tread code, date and there info printed on the tread. Most of it is on top of the tread, so it wears off quickly. The...
* It would result in keeping your oil "cleaner" for a longer period of time.
* It would not result in any measurable increase in engine longevity in most every day commuter vehicles.
* It would be a neat project to install and monitor. I would like to install the tp model just to see the results.
There are many good answers about the bolt issue. There are additional things you can do.
I have slightly bent a plate, (small curvature), in order to put a little tension on it. With only two screws, it helps to press the plate into the car and prevents it from vibrating.
I have installed...
I have >110 gallons in my stash right now. I can't resist some of these great deals.
There are several more vehicles in addition to my own fleet that get oil changes at my house. Even though we go through lots of oil, I keep finding deals faster than we use it.
Maybe it's because I'm viewing this on my phone, but it looks kind of like strips of clear packing tape.
Of course, that doesn't explain how they got in there.
Statically, this could happen to any brand of oil. When they bottle thousands or even millions of gallons per year, the odds of having...
I have a very low tolerance for debt.
One way I have avoided debt is to buy cars that have depreciated enough for me to pay cash. I look for older cars with low mileage. Since cars don't rust down here, it makes it a little easier.
This strategy allowed me to be totally debt free by the time I...
Originally Posted by kschachn
I'm pretty sure this is in entirely the wrong forum.
Which forum would you recommend? General or Off Topic?
I recommend him to post this pic, but honestly I'm not even sure exactly which forum is best.