Originally Posted by mk378
The tires that come with a new car are never very good. They're made specifically for that purpose, sold to the factory on a low bid.
As for cheap replacements, one time I bought Capitol. They were never round. Kind of wished they would wear out faster.
I agree - new...
I put QS UD in my Traverse last time instead of Pennzoil Platinum (store was out of stock in 5W-30). Can't really say I noticed much difference. My engine runs just as good. Since it was a few dollars cheaper than Pennzoil anyhow win, win.
Originally Posted by DGXR
Worn suspension / bushings / shocks can lead to these kinds of braking problems.
I agree. I had an 87 Aerostar that had that problem - I don't remember why but I replaced all the wheel bearings. Never shook again. The 95 Aerostar would start to shake about every 1 1/2...
On a vehicle that I know uses little if any oil, I check it at the first of every month, or before a long trip.
When I first get a vehicle, I check it weekly for about 2 months.
Originally Posted by oldhp
Does anybody's tire pressure gauge match the TPM's??? I have a liquid filled $60 gauge.....3 lbs low. My $2 pencil gauge is 2lbs low.
On both of my Chevy's the TPMS reads about .5 - 1 psi lower than my digital and analog Accutire gauges.
Originally Posted by Rand
its nice if you pick up a nail. Saved me once.. I was down to 14psi in 5min trip home from barber.
Same here. I check tire pressure often, but I had it happen in the Impala once. I was on my way home from shopping and got the warning. Made it home and checked the tire...
Originally Posted by bullwinkle
Waiting for the inevitable spring refinery fire and/or explosion, seems to happen every year! I think it's the spring fuel changeover, seems like prices here go up until around Mother's Day, then bounce around until after July 4th.
Already happened here...
Originally Posted by Jimzz
Originally Posted by Garak
Originally Posted by Jimzz
No they do not and gas companies got sued for trying to make claims like that. Maybe that is where you heard it from. Notice you do not see ads saying that, at least in the US, anymore.
Companies still do advertise...
Originally Posted by das_peikko
I think my post above is the most thorough answer in this whole thread.
I agree with you. I rarely have used a torque wrench on the many hundreds of oil changes I've done over the years (used to help lots of neighbors, friends and family). But . . .
I am not as...
Originally Posted by gathermewool
Originally Posted by Bud
I never watch the halftime show.
Same here - they're usually boring. I'd rather watch the puppy bowl or something!
Me too. I'm not into most of the "artists" they put on.
I guess my pet peeve is when I see so many fast food type workers coming out of work being on their latest and greatest 1,000.00 phone, and then complaining about they aren't getting paid a "living wage."
Close second is parents that give their young kids the latest and greatest phone and then...
Originally Posted by SubieRubyRoo
I really love how the people who beat the cheating/conspiracy drum the loudest can't understand how unlikely it is that so many refs, so many play reviews over so many years all "going the Pats' way" is nigh impossible, and also not borne out by the in-depth...
Originally Posted by dave1251
Originally Posted by rshaw125
In one way he is right. Shell has their full on cleaners in their 93 octane not their 87.
No where in the advertising does it mention amount of detergents over its other Top-Tier blends.
Really? Are my old eyes deceiving me or didn't...
I am using the AC Delco PF-63E in the Traverse, but the old style PF-63 in the Impala. When I bought the Impala I bought a case of the old PF-63, but I'm getting down to the last 2 or 3. Since the Impala is not in warranty anymore, I will probably use Napa filter when the AC Delcos are gone.
Originally Posted by CKN
California is actually running about 3.25 or so a gallon. That picture shown must be in an alternate universe. I just checked my old zip code -Shell is 3.35/Mobil is $3.31/Sam's Club is $2.89.
Zip code is approximately 40 miles due east of downtown L.A.
Yes you nailed...