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You should definitely be able to view transmission fluid temperature through a scan tool; I like to view mine on the go through a ScanGauge-II. If yours is equipped with a factory air-to-oil transmission fluid cooler, it will have a 175°F thermostat integrated into it. Under regular driving...

Since I don't have a vehicle that requires mid SAPS or low SAPS oil, the first is always MB Sheet 229.5 and Porsche A40 approval. Then I usually look at the TBN, followed by flash point and pour point before looking at NOACK and any available information on base oil composition.

Air flow is one of the most important factors when it comes to the cooling system. I have experimented with different coolant concentrations in extreme ambient temperatures (120°F - 132°F) over the last couple of weeks, to include going as low as 20% coolant to 80% distilled water. While not the...

If you're going with a synthetic, a 40 weight with the lowest NOACK you can find with an HTHS of 3.5+ cP. If you're going with a full SAPS, Ravenol RCS 5W-40 with a NOACK of 5.7% is a good option. Another one would be Liqui Moly Synthoil High Tech 5W-40 with a NOACK of 7%, followed by Amsoil...

This is another one of those things I put in the To Each, Their Own category. I've got custom made braided lines on all my vehicles, primarily because I have come to distrust rubber components after many bad experiences under extremely hot weather conditions; rubber, heat and pressure are just...

Blimey! With the engine in that state, it's no surprise they were having issues with the PCV system!

I'm holding out for a mint 2101 Zhiguli.

So far, it's been running quite well on Mobil 1 ESP 5W-30. I'm looking to get a sample to SPEEDiagnostix in 3,000 miles to see how it's holding up.

Yes, definitely have seen the drama unfold with Tractor Supply, and rightly so. A business transaction is a business transaction no matter which way you look at it; the very least you should be able to expect is to get what you pay for without the need for fanfare and unnecessary drama...

In many respects, I'm all for supporting local businesses where possible because you're not supporting a bunch of greedy nincompoops trying to rob you of every penny you have as a measure of their "success". Every corporation has gone down the toilet in one way or another, brand loyalty means...

China will produce any product you want at any quality level you want. Sadly, since corporatism has taken over in the West, moving production to China is a cost cutting measure and will inevitably affect the quality of the product you purchase at highly inflated prices. This does not mean we do...

For European applications, I tend to shy away from Febi-Bilstein of late as I'm noticing more and more of their parts are coming from China - especially for BMW applications - and they certainly fail prematurely. I haven't had any issues with Lemförder or TRW yet, but that doesn't mean to say it...

Thank you very much for taking the time and effort to put this together, very informative!

They have been absolutely amazing, the color is an exact match and so is the stitching and leather quality. Perhaps a little overboard, but I treat them once a week with Chemical Guys Leather Cleaner followed by an application of their Leather Conditioner. I wish I could also get the vinyl on...

You pay peanuts, you get monkeys; this is a decision that will eventually sting them.

Yes, Japanese sellers will verify they can actually source the parts before making you pay. This is how it should be IMO.

Something like Mother's VLR will work best, and you may need multiple applications before you start seeing some decent results. Of course, that all depends on what condition the seats are in currently. I'm also not a fan of pleather; just last year I redid all the seats on my Explorer which...

I am reluctant to use jumper cables, but I'm usually pretty good at keeping an eye on my battery before I'm left stranded. That said, I do have a jumper I carry around and have helped numerous people. The only downside is, I have to leave it at home during the summer because I'm also reluctant...

Correct, my application has an open differential.

Not by default. I cannot speak for other brands, as I predominantly stick to Shell unless I got no other option, but I have also noticed the lack of Top Tier marketing in California; at least in the Orange Country/Los Angeles area. In other states, it is definitely an "in your face" kind of...