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    Valvoline Restore and Protect 5w-30, 4451 miles, 2013 Volvo S80 3.2 - used oil analysis

    With wear numbers like this, not only is the “Restore” being proven, but also the “Protect”! 👊🧨✋
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    Do you sometimes randomly pick up trash?

    Yes, I still do....... Im that guy who picks up others discarded waste. I feel that garbage left in the street makes my block look filthy. The only thing is, my neighbors never seem to be bothered picking it up. I also pick up the rolling trash cans in the road on garbage pickup day and place...
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    When's the Next HPL Sale?

    There is a promo/discount code for Members: “BITOG15 will apply a 15% discount in the webstore. BITOGFLUSH15 will prompt us to substitute one quart of engine cleaner in a case of quarts that you order.” https://www.advlubrication.com/collections/automotive-lubricants
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    Lol look at these brake pads

    Fred Flintstones feet had more stopping power than those!😄
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    Mobil 1 Advanced Clean formulation change

    All the more reason to stay with Mobil ESP.
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    LSJr: Are All Fuels The SAME? (The FACTS About Fuels)

    1.5 ounces to 10 gallons of fuel (give or take)……… Truthfully, it’s strictly for preventative maintenance.
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    LSJr: Are All Fuels The SAME? (The FACTS About Fuels)

    I use Shell 93 V-Power and an additional maintenance dose of Redline SL-1. (Yes, I am THAT guy! 🤪)
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    installation of extended driveway without permit

    Pretty much, your neighbors doing what he wants without any regards of how you feel about it. It’s all about him. He casually mentions extending the driveway for the Fifth wheel, and with a wink and a nod says “oh, by the way, my MIL is living in it also”. I mean, who lets their MIL live in a...
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    How long on Valvoline Restore and Protect before going back to favorite oil?

    It’s available now in Europe…… https://pisheets.valvolineglobal.com/#/valvoline-restore-protect-5w-40-engine-oil
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    New Haven CT what to do if you are there for a college tour?

    Firearm buff? Is the Colt Firearms museum still there up in Hartford CT?
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    What is this Google phone icon?

    lol! Real men don’t read manuals………😂
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    Under Valve Cover Pics- 2003 Toyota Matrix 1ZZFE- 229k mi

    Do you happen to know how old the Intake Manifold gasket is? Known issue of failure. Rough running, throwing codes and altering your fuel trims. Replace it with the upgraded orange silicone gasket. The OEM will fail again, trust me! 😤 Timing chain tensioner also, but it sounds like your on top...
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    96% Inspection Failure Rate Of New York City Gas Stations

    Fraud in NYC? Pray tell, No! Can’t be…………not in NYC! 😝
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    Mobil 1 ESP (SQ rated) 0W-30

    Nice looking numbers right there……..glad to see the “Bean counters” didn’t play with the formula and kept it as is✋😎🤚
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    Is this filter real?

    Your mind is questioning it already, lol! Imagine installing it and during the entire OCI wondering if it’s a knock off filter? For peace of mind, that alone, I wouldn’t use it. Return it and purchase from a legitimate supplier…….. “Buy cheap, buy twice”……… just saying! ✋😎🤚
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    Consumer Reports Battery Ratings?

    All 3 Corolla’s in my sig are running Group 35 Everstart Maxx Batteries. The 1998 and the 1999 I replaced out of an abundance of caution after they were over 6 years old with no observable cranking issues observed. The 2006 is going on over 7 years with that Battery. That one, I’m able to...
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    Battery light gremlin

    Just throwing this out there……. The 2006 Corolla in my sig had intermittent electrical issues that were caused by bad grounds. I meticulously wire brushed, sanded and retightened all the ground points in the engine bay and that did resolve the issue. Not saying that it will resolve your problem...
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    Mitigating Carbon Deposits on 2025 Honda Pilot with J35Y8 Engine

    Years ago, Valvoline had an oil product called “Modern Engine” which claimed it reduced or eliminated IVD in GDI engines. Although they have long discontinued that product line, I wonder if that technology continues to exist in the Valvoline Restore and Protect? If so, this may be the way to go...
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    What is your EDC Pistol?

    Depending on the situation, a Glock 26 or S&W 640 Centennial. It just feels good when I'm running out to the convenience store and I tuck that into my waistband….
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