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    I feel silly... Tax goof.

    if you do not itemize it should make no difference on the federal return!
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    My doggie had a rough week

    How much was the vet bill? We have a cat that has had a life of various illnesses and now maybe cancer. Vet bills are outrageous. We have decided this is our last pet, way too expensive, get too attached and it just ties one down later in life when you want to do things and have to find someone...
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    Oil Pan Drain Valve Q?'s

    Been using them on every vehicle I service since the mid 1990s. Built like a tank and so much easier than a plug. Longest one being used on a current vehicle is a 2006 Altima, been on this car since 2009. Don't be misled by those that say it may not drain all the oil, or the flow is slightly...
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    Any 0w-30 oil users?

    Back IN 2000-2004 I used Amsoil 0W30 in my children's cars when they were in college, once a year oil changes. This was in Richmond VA so hot summers, fairly mild winters. No complaints on the oil. If I lived in a harsh winter climate I would definitely be using a 0W 20 or 30.
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    Who is the oldest on BITOG

    Originally Posted by Dominik 43 and get depressed (severely, requiring vodka treatments at times) every Sunday evening, dreaming about retiring some day........... Hmm, I am 73 and get depressed ,requiring alcohol as well, and dream about being 43 again.
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    Tire plug and or replacement?

    Goodyear would not patch it either, in fact last time I wanted one patched at Goodyear it was in a location similar to this post and they sent me to an independent shop that wold patch it and it has been fine. They are too concerned with liability and just want to sell new tires.
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    slow coolant loss

    I have had head gasket issues in cold weather, at night when the head gasket contracts, (you being in Chicago really cold at night) tiny cracks appear and coolant is sucked into cylinders, burns off when car is started with some white smoke Thus no appearance of a leak. Happened every winter for...
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    Do you use gas brand exclusively ?

    An independent that sells 87 octane 100% gas, so far, after a few years no issues. MPG definitely better with the 100% but a break even cost wise.
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    10,000mi OCI for a 2020 4Runner?

    The 2019 RAV 4 is using 0W16 with the same OCIs as is the Camry I believe. When you look at what it really cost the dealer to provide the 25,000 mile free service is it peanuts, probably less than $100, not enough to seal a deal for me.
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    Do you guys run a "frankenblend"

    50-50 of 5W20 and 5W30 Owners manual says 5W20 or 5W30 OKay so i went with the half way point, no real reason, been doing it for the 50,000 miles on the engine now Will eventually move up to 100% 5W30 and hopefully never a high mileage oil.,
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    Please discuss Pre-diabetes here

    My souse was diagnosed a Type 2 in 2012 and two years ago moved to a Type I What is interesting is that we now know that each doctor's plan is really his or her opinion, and, it varies by age which they never tell you. the goal of a BS of 100 is great for a 40 year old, but perhaps not normal...
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    how does a tire warranty work?

    Tire warrantie are pretty much worthless anyway, since they are prorated and they always are pro rated against the cost of the tire at full retail and you can probably buy that tire at discount less then with the warranty coverage. Useless warranty IMO. Not worth the paper they are printed on
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    Best brand for rechargeable AAs?

    Batteries Plus sell some with very high mAh like 2100, had very good luck with them AA and AAA
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    Amsoil 5W30 Signature Series in Ecoboost with BG MOA

    Kill the MOA, waste of money! Well, so is Amsoil at a 4,600 mile OCI.
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    Virginia gas

    Having lived in Richmond 26 years and still go back a few times a year I have yet to see ethanol free gas anywhere.
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    Pennzoil platinum 5W30 2008 Toyota Sienna 230,000 miles

    at 230,000 miles why waste your money on a UOA. Unless you are willing to do something dramatic and spend $$$$ on this engine why bother, just drive it until it dies. Seriously, what are you going to do if it continues to give high iron, other than changing the oil more often to get the numbers...
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    Repair the tire, or keep driving?

    Less than $20 to repair, have it done
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    Share your personal tire psi vs the recomemded

    I run 40 in front on all cars and 39 in rear. I do this as it prevents the sides in front from wearing prematurely. Slightly harsher ride but I like getting better tire wear
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    Jobs and social interaction

    Unfortunately, in today's world dealing with co workers (especially opposite sex or different sexual orientations) has become hazardous to one's employment. Best behavior is mandatory it would seem. Difficult times and socializing with co workers would seem to add fuel to any potential fires.
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