Recent content by ssmokn

Anybody use the Wix XP line of filters? Normally on my 8.1L Chevy Truck I use a Wix 57099 (PF454 AC equivalent). I see that Wix now offers a 57099XP (wire backed synthetic media).

I knew a guy that did this once with the exact same car. He put 5 quarts in and the very next day his muffler went. Split right at the seam. I'd be careful if it was my car.

Do you know why all Yugos came from the factory with a rear window defroster? To keep your hands warm in the winter when you are pushing them :0 Seriously, cool little car. I remember test driving one when they were know. The sales guy asked me what I thought. I said it's a piece of shiznit...

The LS V8 and the S-Type V-8 are the same platform so they share many components. In fact I usually order LS parts. They are often cheaper. In the case of the valve cover gaskets they aren't even listed aftermarket for the Jag by FelPro or Victor so I ordered the FelPro set from RockAuto for...

Recently had a very slight leak from the right valve cover on my wife's car ('01 S-Type 4.0 V-8). There was a occasional dripping directly onto the exhaust manifold. Also, the spark plug tube seals had all failed (three badly). I need to check the other side this week to see if the tube seals...

I can't say which is better and I don't own a BMW. I've got an '02 Cadillac Deville. About a year or so ago I did a waterpump on the car and completely flushed the system out with clean distilled water. I wasn't having any issues with Dexcool at all but I switched to the Amsoil coolant. It's...

The folks that work at my local Napa are complete morons. They make the people at the chain auto retailers like Autozone look like geniuses. They are so bad I stopped going there. Too bad, I think Napa has some good products.

Hi Folks, I just bought a '01 Isuzu Trooper S 4WD. It has 117K. I purchased it from a small used car lot so I don't have the maintenance history. Runs very well. I would like to do a good cooling system service on it (stat, hoses, clamps and probably waterpump once I determine if the timing...

My brother-in-law has about 20 cases of Sears Spectrum (some of it is a bit old -- have to check the bottle spec next time I do a change for him). It is WPP version. He runs 7K miles with Fram orange cans or Walmart Supertech filters. Uses it in 2 Camry's and a Matrix. Highest mileage vehicle...

I have an '07 STI and I agree. Subaru thought they were going for a Nascar pitstop. You pull the plug and the oil drains FAST. Be prepared or have a nice mess!

On the bright side it sounds like the oil pan threads survived which is great. Also good that you caught the filter gasket early. I've have that happen on occasion and I always change my own oil. I always check by looking at the filter that comes off and carefully cleaning/inspecting the filter...

I drain directly into one of these. Quick and easy Just kidding of course. I have never and would never do that. I drain into one of these. Then I transfer to a 5 gallon kerosene container (dedicated to used oil -- I have another for used antifreeze) then I bring it to my local recycle...

Thanks folks. For some reason I thought there was a much less expensive Dyson/Blackstone through BITOG. I'm sure it is worth every penny of the $99 but I'll probably just go with the Blackstone analysis for now. Just looking for some basic info. Thanks.

Is there still a Dyson / Blackstone deal where Blackstone does the UOA with TBN and Terry does the intepretation? I've got a standard Blackstone kit (bottle) ready to send in but how does one go about requesting/paying for the Dyson analysis (if still available) and what does the whole thing...

The real question is what is a better funnel?? A funnel made from a used Amsoil bottle or a funnel made from a used SuperTech bottle???? I like the Amsoil bottles :)