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    2011 Camry Drain Plug too tight! Dang you Toyota.

    Just wondering about a permanent resolution to this issue with the Toyota ATF drain plugs. Does anyone know of a substitute plug available with an identical thread size which has an external hex head that would fit on a standard metric socket (i.e., like a conventional oil pan drain plug)?
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    Another involuntary credit card being closed- Lowes/ Synchrony

    Anyone can file a civil lawsuit for illegal discrimination; however, proving it in a court of law would require substantial documented proof. A young couple I knew with a 2 y.o. daughter bought their first home in the uber-competitive 2021 housing market for $20K below two other competing bids...
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    Sewer Downpipe Leaks by 45 in Summer

    ^^^^This is your best option. Go get the Rectorseal EP-200 Epoxy putty in the plumbing section of your local Home Depot. EP-200 sets up in 20 minutes and fully cures rock hard in an hour.
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    Yellow H11 halogen bulbs

    I installed the SEALIGHT H11 yellow LED bulbs in my Frontier's fog lights. They are bright and very yellow (not amber) as shown below.
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    Car only starts in neutral?

    If it is an automatic transmission, it's likely a simple repair as discussed here: Mazda only starts in Neutral
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    Recommend an ATF Extraction Pump

    If you want a smaller manageable pump, there is the LUMAX LX-1341 unit for $22. If not looking to refill the bottle repeatedly, this 3 Liter ATF Pump is only $29.
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    AC Condenser Fin Cleaner

    Purple Power is highly caustic and attacks aluminum. Simple Green is also not recommended for aluminum surfaces if exposed for more than 10 minutes. Simple Green Pro HD is formulated to be non-corrosive to all metals.
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    AC Condenser Fin Cleaner

    This works well and doesn't leave a chemical odor.
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    Allstate Insurance 2025 Best and Worst Drivers Report by Cities

    I wonder if Allstate's insurance rates coincide with their accident risk rankings? Or if other location related risk factors (such as risk of theft, potential for environmental damage, preponderance of unlicensed drivers, etc.) have a significant impact on the prevailing rates? In any event...
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    Plastic grille crack fix, weld, glue or ???

    You can always justify the need for a new tool...especially for only $20!
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    What aftermarket keyfobs are reliable for Toyota?

    I'm not sure how much you would save, but I found this company to offer an aftermarket solution: TOM'S KEYS.
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    2011 Camry Drain Plug too tight! Dang you Toyota.

    It won't work on the Camry's transmission drain plug which has a round circumference, not a hex shape.
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    Best cell phone carrier for the money?

    Let's make sure we are talking apples to apples here. The access priority for a user on a carrier's network is called QCI as explained here: Quality of Service Class Identifier. US Mobile's contract does have the higher QCI 8 priority, but only for the Verizon (i.e., WARP) 5G network as...
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    Rear view mirror takes some glass with it - GMT800

    I would try the Permatex (Extreme Strength version, not regular) rear view mirror adhesive. It is available at Advance Auto for $8 and contains the activator catalyst and adhesive. Use sparingly, too much adhesive and it won't cure fully.
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    Best Aftermarket Steering/Suspension Component Brand???

    Although they only offer a limited selection of Toyota suspension parts, if they have what you need, SANKEI 555 are higher quality than all of the brands you listed. Only Toyota OEM is better than SANKEI 555. While their website looks like something from the '90's, the best selection will be...
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    2005 Honda Odyssey A/C not very cold after compressor replacement

    ^^^^All of these posts are pointing to the cause of your under-performing A/C unit. Based upon the procedure you described in Post #8, I would estimate that you have closer to 11 ounces of PAG46 in the system instead of the prescribed 7 ounces. For perspective, take a look at Post #20 in this...
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    Metal Gasket Coating is Bubbling?

    I don't believe so. If you look at photo, the coolant residue only appears underneath the left side of the metal gasket. Whereas the delamination and bubbling of the black coating is apparent on the upper portion of the gasket on the right side where no evidence of coolant leakage is present...
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    Metal Gasket Coating is Bubbling?

    No, that is the dried residue from the Honda blue/green coolant that seeped out from the delaminated gasket. It is the first sign that the gasket's integrity has been compromised.
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    The used car market is tough. I need to change my approach.

    Here is my take for what it is worth. Looking at your Craigslist postings, I feel that too much of your ads are focused on your bio and dealership instead of the vehicles themselves. The disclosure of extensive service history records and low annual mileage of certain vehicles will only appeal...
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    Brake lines for a old truck?

    I'd look into replacing all of the hard lines with this pre-bent stainless steel kit. You'll never have to do it again with stainless steel. Brake Line Kit
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