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Toyota genuine motor oil, synthetic, 0W-20, has high moly, 781, if I remember correctly.

I was towed once in 55 years of driving. Alternator went out about 4 years ago. I turned around to drive home and was 3 miles short when the car stalled out. A passerby towed me the rest of the way. That car is now 22.5 years old. No major engine or transmission failures in any of the vehicles...

I do all the repair work on a 2000 NIssan Maxima with faded paint (Phoenix, AZ). Registration costs $33.10 for two years and insurance is also very inexpensive. Installed 4 new shocks and sway bar links last month. Motor mounts are loose but still serviceable. I'm hoping to drive it another 2-3...

A look behind the scenes of Mobil 1 oil testing to determine resistance to cold engine sludge buildup, dirty fuel usage, effects of fuel dilution, high temperature operation, change in viscosity and more.

I've been a State Farm auto insurance customer 55+ years. I received a couple of checks during the shutdown. Currently, I save 35% on my annual premium through Drive Safe and Save. I have not had a chargeable claim.

Toyota bought new 11 years ago and a Nissan bought new 22 years ago. Both running great. Vehicle registration for the NIssan cost $33.10 for two years.

My ex-mother-in-law backed into a closed garage door on two occasions. She fell down and spent time in a hospital. My son would not ride with her as she couldn't stay in her own lane. Ex-wife did not intervene. MIL (not wearing a seatbelt) turned left in front of a 3/4 ton truck traveling about...

Provide information about the vehicle operating conditions. Frequency of idling in stop and go traffic? Short trips? High speed driving? City vs freeway miles? Less than 10K miles per year?

This video demonstrates the proper way and offers several important safety tips.

Here's a comparison between the D7 and D8

A series connection results in excessive voltage unless one adds resistance to the series circuit. A parallel connection with a good battery provides nominal voltage with additional current - exactly what one wants when jumping another vehicle. Do you apply jumper cables in series and add...

Personally, I would use it in the Caravan and Blazer that require SL spec oil. I wouldn't run SL oil in a vehicle that requires SM. Any vehicle that runs well is worth good money these days. As for thinning 15W-40 for winter use, I have never used MMO. How much All Fleet Plus oil is old stock?

A Google search reveals motor oil has a conservative shelf life of 2-5 years. I suspect DIYers have used oil past that date range; mostly those who stash oil. More information is available here: https://bobistheoilguy.com/forums/threads/motor-oil-shelf-life.309303/ Check the API/ILSAC/ACEA spec...

I used one of these systems. Very good product. https://www.espwaterproducts.com/uvmax-trojan/

Here's another summary of charitable organizations that help with car repairs. https://federalfinancialrelief.com/free-car-repairs/ and https://angiesangelhelpnetwork.com/help-for-low-income-families/cars-for-low-income-families/ These links may be helpful when future repairs are needed. The...

This article has a summary of various charitable organizations that provide vehicles to families and single parents who qualify https://getgovtgrants.com/free-cars-for-low-income-family

I've owned a Corolla, Celica, Avalon and now a 4Runner. All of them have been great vehicles. I look forward to buying either a Toyota hybrid or BEV after it's been in production 2-3 years.

I searched YouTube for "2ZZ-GE cam wear" and found this posted as a comment: "High intake cam lobe tips get eaten away if the valve clearances are too tight." Perhaps this explains your issue? This comment was posted by hiblendmedia (see his entire post for details) in this YouTube video:

My primary vehicle (2011 Toyota 4Runner) accumulates 5,000 miles/year with a recommended OCI of 12 months or 10,000 miles. My backup vehicle (2000 Nissan Maxima) accumulates about 1800 miles/year with a recommended OCI of 3 months or 3,750 miles. I change oil once a year in both vehicles. A...

Premium (91 octane) is $3.96 at the local Costco in Phoenix.