Recent content by Oillover

If historical trends are any predictors of the future, we're on our way to another round of "dirty 30s".

+1 Many folks (myself included) purchase premixed coolant for the convenience of not having to mix. It certainly costs more, but I don't care.

A FWD push mower, that's a first for me! 😅 Now that the old one's gone, what did you replace it with?

+1 What we've been having for many years.

+1 With downsizing being the norm these days, being successful in the career from OP's offer sounds about as likely as a profitable night at the casino.

I tried saving it for frying eggs, but wife didn't care for the smell of bacon, with no bacon to be had.

I'm surprised that thing is still on the road! Most around here died from premature transmission failure (my dad had two, same issue on both).

+1 This is why I always choose German brands over other Euro makes (Volvo, Saab etc.) Not only are they easier to live with, but cheaper in the long term. Recently I found a thread on a Volvo site where they compared the long term cost of a BMW to a Volvo. Interestingly, after the first four...

Interesting. What is your basis for this statement? Also, in what ways is Alfa "better"? To be honest, I've been quite interested in them as well. Auto reviews online are generally glowing, stating handling and overall performance is comparable yet different than say a BMW 330i (when comparing...

After years of using bait, I never knew what happened to the mice/rats that ate it. They certainly died, but there was no remains anywhere to be found.

I've seen this recently too. I generally stick with home-made desserts. At least that way I can be more certain of it's ingredients. As with most things, I'm old enough to know that eventually, things will get better. ....at least that's what I'm telling myself. :cautious:

Sorry, I meant idler pulley It looks like this: Rock auto has a few options listed for that engine:

Alternator or tensioner pulley are my guesses.

+1 This is right up there with gas stations that don't require you to prepay! :oops:

compression and leakdown tests would be first on my list