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    suggestions for top end cleanup

    Originally Posted By: Donald Unsure what it is you now want cleaned... mostly just looking for a cleanup of the TB through to the injectors. i hadn't considered a manual scrubbing of the TB yet. i guess i could just work that with some 2+2 and a nylon brush. i'll have to pickup some MMO for...
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    What is a good high temp dry lubricant

    +1 for Neo-Lube. not only is it a vital part of the US Navy's steam valve maintenance program , it's also fantastic for coating exposed threads on the underside of most any vehicle and all kinds of farm equipment. maybe not so good for use at 800F though. Huron shows a service temp of 400F with...
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    suggestions for top end cleanup

    i've done a lot of reading here, but not much posting. i've got a 94 Accord with 217k on the clock. i've only had it for ~11k and i've used Cam2 SuperPro 10w-40 with a Purolator PureOne filter each change. i recently put 3 bottles of Lucas fuel conditioner through using it every other fillup. it...
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    Talk about 1/2 truths and snake oil like marketing

    so i've been looking for that info for over 30 minutes now with no results. however, it looks like it's ok to run a break-in additive in normal oils for regular use, but not ok to run a pan full of break-in oil. i'm thinking i'm on the right track with my previous recollection since 8-16oz of...
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    Legal to pass on 2X yellow in PA?

    Originally Posted By: Audi Junkie 3305 describes normal passing conditions. A careful reading of 3307 yields (pun intended) this gem: "Signs shall be placed to indicate the beginning and end of each no-passing zone." as well as: "Where signs *and* markings are in place" So, no signs, pass...
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    Great article on the thick vs. thin debate

    Originally Posted By: JohnBrowning I also do not select my oils based on the minute amount of fuel I might save in a years time because the way I drive it would not add up to enough to buy me a cup of coffee at Star Bucks! I want to save fuel I will buy a vehicle that get's inherently better...
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    Talk about 1/2 truths and snake oil like marketing

    so they all do the same thing?? no need for additives in todays super high tech oils from the shelves at china-mart?? maybe for a normal daily grocery getter 2005 or newer. no need for specific 'break-in' oils?? have you broke in any flat tappet cams lately with any manufacturers' SM approved...
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    Possible myths

    Originally Posted By: tig1 In the old days,Iv'e used synt. oil for 32 years, a carbarated engine would decrease in RPM at say 65 MPH, by as much as 75 RPM. I saw it on every engine I put it in. presumably all with ATs? the only other explanation could be the possiblity of some oil on the tach...
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    Lets talk footwear again

    my favorite boot (non-safety) is the Asolo TPS 520. i've just about got the soles worn smooth on my first pair and the uppers still look good enough to wear to church if needed. got a new pair for the snowy months. not US made, but the Italians make some fine footwear my daily steel toes are...
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    Removing rusted bolts

    sorry to revive such an old thread, but i'd like to put 100% Pure Wintergreen Oil ahead of PB & Liquid wrench. i've been using it for nearly 20 years and it always does the job. i've had discussions with others that use and love Kroil, but i've never had any to try. wintergreen's available at...
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    What is your favorite general purpose lube?

    PB Blaster & LPS Greaseless. pure wintergreen oil for those truly rusty moments.
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