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Originally Posted by super20dan I agree the big 3 trucks ALL have major flaws. the tundra is the only choice now Which is fine is just shows a lack of understanding how manufacturing works. If you compared the big GM, Ford, and Ram units sold with issues compared to Toyota units sold the...

Take both for extended test drives the one you like the most it's the one you buy.

I like using the 5W30 in my Ram. If I could get a 0W20 I would use it in my Silverado. I believe it's just a good oil.

Originally Posted by Lubener Pro Select has no silicon ADBV. Get the gold so you can take advantage of the longer drain interval that you can get with the Mobil. Using Mobil one and a Pro Select is like putting a great tasting Brat and a cheap piece of white bread. No far from it but jokes on...

Nothing from the OP raises red flags from me but nothing indicates this shop is anything special.

Originally Posted by Matagonka Yeah, viscosity was low but 5k miles is probably good for this car. No it wasn't. Why do members act like oils shouldn't shear?

Originally Posted by spasm3 Originally Posted by Dave9 I can understand, making a bad vehicle choice then making a bad band-aid choice. It's consistent. The problem is, with trucks there is no good choice. I've been putting off getting a new truck. Ford has had timing chain issues, gm has...

Originally Posted by oldhp The short version. USA wants MPG, CAFE standards. Across the pond they're more concerned with engine protection, less on MPG or/and EPA. No. https://www.car-engineer.com/the-different-driving-cycles/ Notice the significant driving differences.

Originally Posted by bdcardinal It is still CarQuest here in California. We never had Advance Auto Parts here. They were my preferred parts place before I worked at Ford. When I lived in Chula Vista I actually preferred shopping at CarQuest. This was prior to the Advanced acquisition.

Originally Posted by The Critic Originally Posted by dave1251 Originally Posted by bdcardinal Originally Posted by dave1251 My wife had a preferred mechanic. When he said he had problems putting on Motorcraft pads and rotors because they are Chinese quality, I made the decision he will no longer...

Originally Posted by JTK Originally Posted by dave1251 $25,054.20 due at signing* for that Ram. For the 2018 on the above Hertz link? I see $22690 +TTL Yes click cash price.

Then your previous comment is invalid.

Please provide in operation hours when your vehicles required major repairs.

Originally Posted by grampi Originally Posted by alchargo Unfortunately, it looks like 2022 at the earliest. https://www.grandforks.af.mil/News/...s-air-force-base-2020-airshow-cancelled/ This didn't sound like the same event I was talking about. This sounded like it was just a one day...

Originally Posted by Strjock81 I'm sorry but I can't help but laugh when people talk about the engineers. Engineers report to pencil pushers who report to executives who report to shareholders who are bound by governmental regulations and dollars and cents. Yes most engines will outlive the...

Originally Posted by Navi Ford and General Motors vehicles are simply not engineered that well. I had a 2016 Suburban and things started breaking before 70000 miles. I have an MKT and a Navigator and things are constantly breaking. If you are looking for a well engineered car look at Toyota...

Originally Posted by bdcardinal Originally Posted by dave1251 My wife had a preferred mechanic. When he said he had problems putting on Motorcraft pads and rotors because they are Chinese quality, I made the decision he will no longer be used by this house. Some are and the way the labeling is...

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My wife had a preferred mechanic. When he said he had problems putting on Motorcraft pads and rotors because they are Chinese quality, I made the decision he will no longer be used by this house.

$25,054.20 due at signing* for that Ram.