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Originally Posted By: jsnyder49090 Machinist’s Workshop Magazine recently did a test to determine which brand of penetrating oil worked best on rusty bolt / nut combinations. That test was far from recent... Still interesting to see. I've been using WD-40's specialist line for awhile now, and...

Originally Posted By: Fordiesel69 What is the best application for this sealant? You can apply it before a carnauba wax application, or by itself. The short version of an answer is that sealant is a wax as well; sealants typically last longer, and make for a shiny finish; carnauba waxes don't...

While working for a motorcycle dealership we used the Wizards line of products. Since I was working sales I just used their quick detailer to wipe down the bikes. I think it words plenty well. The price is high for what it is, but it is a good product that I would feel comfortable recommending.

Let us know how this ends up. I've got my money on Fram.

Customer service aside, is there a general consensus on part quality?

Locally I have many options as far as parts stores go. I've got Autozone, O'Reilly's, Advance Auto Parts, Carquest, and NAPA. Typically, I shop at Advance Auto Parts simply because if they don't have a part in stock, they can drive to the end of town and pick it up at the distribution center...

I drive a 4 cylinder Wrangler... Slow and bouncy.

I suggest you either rent, or buy the wife something really nice to help convince her why you need the Equinox. Cars can typically tow more than they are rated, but towing and passengers are a very heavy load.

I wouldn't say Peak motor oil is a premium motor oil compared to what is on the market. With that said, I used Supertech motor oil for years, and never had any oil related issues (I am currently running Quaker State because of the fantastic pricing). If Peak motor oil interests you, and the...

Well, ferrari512, I do appreciate you being so helpful in replying to my questions. I have read up on the issue, and checked out a few resources of my own. I've come away with the opinion that recycled motor oil is more than adequate for vehicles. Whether I agree or disagree with you, I respect...

Originally Posted By: ferrari512 This is why it takes many extra steps to re refine used motor oil. If used motor oil was a better starting point for base oil there would be less processes and steps to re refine it than raw crude. What additional steps are needed to re-refine used motor oil...

Use what your manufacturer recommends. Use a good synthetic oil if you are concerned about getting every last bit of performance out of the motor oil (and no, I'm not talking about making more HP :p)

While not a popular opinion on this message forum, the entire line of Fram products are quite durable and effective. Fram gets beat around like some motor oils on here, but that doesn't mean they are any less of a product. Use what you want, and trust in it's performance.

Depends on the brand. Check with their customer service.

You've either got complete clear coat failure, or simply oxidation. What does the hood feel like when you run your hand over it? Smooth? gritty? If it's smooth, I'd say strip the wax, clay bar, polish it up really well, and then add wax. If it's gritty, I would lean towards saying you have no...