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Originally Posted By: bunnspecial Thanks guys for the suggestions. The Lubriplate sounds like the favorite, but I also like the sound of the Permatex being tacky. One thing that would be enormously helpful to me is if the lube were tacky enough to hold the tappets to the pushrods while I put...

Originally Posted By: Building3 I have several 1960's-70's cars. I researched the Zn levels of many oils that are certified for use in car engines. I narrowed it down to: Mobil 1 15w-50 1300 ppm Zn, Mobil 1 Turbo Diesel Truck 5w-40 (also certified for cars) 1300 ppm Zn, Mobil 1 FSX2 5w-50 1100...

According to some recent VOA's Rotella CK-4 dropped the SN gasoline rating and the specs have stayed more or less the same as the CJ-4 version, so for now still a good choice for OPE. (At least the 15w-40 and 10w-30 wt.) There is also Rotella straight 30wt. However, other brands that retained...

Originally Posted By: Schmoe Rayovac. Rayovac will warranty the damaged device but they want you to send it with the batteries which must not be expired. http://www.rayovac.com/support/warranties-and-guarantees.aspx

Originally Posted By: Schmoe Looking for idea on how I can salvage my maglight 3D flashlight. Wouldn't turn on so took the batteries out...well, had to beat them out. Apparently the last one had leaked and embedded itself within the aluminum tube. Finally got it out, but corrosion is so bad, I...

Originally Posted By: robshelton I like to use Lubriplate assembly lube. I had a 1975 50th anniversary Midget that my step father bought new. It was a fun car I'll second the Lubriplate #105, top quality stuff, been around a long time. NAPA stores usually have it in stock...

I suggest taking a serious look at a fixed home equity loan, not a HELOC. Let us know what you find out. I'm in the same situation, lots of equity in the property, loan balance around 50k, but at 5%+ interest rate with about 15 years to payoff. Never got around to doing a refi because of the...

Originally Posted By: gfh77665 Originally Posted By: Rock_Hudstone Originally Posted By: gfh77665 I would post it on CraigsList and sell about half or 2/3 of it for a profit. No need to take a loss. What "loss"? Well, that assumes he purchased at a hefty discount and can sell it for more...

Originally Posted By: gfh77665 I would post it on CraigsList and sell about half or 2/3 of it for a profit. No need to take a loss. Just return to Walmart, AAP or AutoZone etc. As long the UPC is still in the system you can get a refund, albeit in store credit and at the current price, which...

Originally Posted By: Gebo The trees are not on my property and I live in the woods. Many trees...Mostly oak, maple and river birches. Ugh, Thats too bad. Since I cut down several trees on my property (and neighbors) its been much less yard work dealing with branches, acorns and leaf clean up...

Originally Posted By: Gebo Do you have any suggestions? Yes, if you can, cut down any broadleaf tree within 50-75 feet of the house, problem solved (more or less). Plus, there is the added benefit of not having to worry about a tree crashing down on the house in a storm.

Originally Posted By: AMC [That is why I am conflicted..... The craftsman does have some big things going for it, especially the transaxle. That being said, the Deere is still a few bucks cheaper (because of the rebate) than the Craftsman believe it or not and I do like the peace of mind with...

Originally Posted By: RichardS Trav, thank you! That was far more detailed information that I could pull out of google. You're right, obviously, that the rears are no fun to try and change. Changing out rear plugs on the GM 3.1 isn't that bad. The trick is to pull the bolts on torque arms...

Originally Posted By: RichardS The upper leak is literally where the LIM gasket sits between the manifold and engine. Yeah, thats where the LIM gasket typically leaks. Low coolant level in the overflow tank is another tip off.

Originally Posted By: motor_oil_madman How do people who work behind a computer all day long stay in shape? I mean even if you went to the gym I don't see it being enough. I guess you could stay in shape by drastically cutting down how much you eat since you don't need much just sitting there...

Originally Posted By: RichardS it's not the fel-pro that are usually suggested, but Mahle is still a good gasket, yes? No, get the Fel-Pro gasket set, this is not a job you want to do twice. Yes, good time to change out the rear plugs. FYI- I've reused the intake bolts, cleaned with a...

Run your hand under the heater by-pass hose/pipe in that area just to rule out that out before blaming the intake gasket. If the lower intake manifold gasket is leaking its not the end of the world. There is an improved design Fel-Pro gasket set available. This is a labor intensive repair for...

Originally Posted By: AMC I The model I am considering is the D110 and it is $1699 but the home depot gives me 10% military discount plus, HD is offering a $200 rebate right now. This should make it the best value. The only things I didn't like about the D110 was the fact that it only had 2...

Very sorry to hear about your mom. Not your fault at all and it sounds like she was healthy and active. No consolation I know, but believe me there are far worse ways to go. People get very fragile at that age at it doesn't take much sometimes.

Originally Posted By: AMC Well to throw another mower into the competition, Sears has this "Pro" series 46" mower on sale for memorial day. It has the biggest strongest frame, biggest most powerful engine, biggest and best deck, the tightest turning radius, as well as the best steering and front...