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    Coil compressor for McPherson type strut

    2024 Toyota RAV4 . Want to swap out Factory KYB for the new Bilstein terrasport struts.. Just getting a census of what is a commonly used McPherson strut coil compressor. I see the variations on the internet, but wondering what would be the least expensive safest approach. Any thoughts?
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    Hybrid versus standard full synthetic

    Hello all, Perhaps someone can help me understand the difference between a Hybrid 0w 20 verse a standard full synthetic 0w 20 weight. I'm getting sucked into the Vortex of hybrid oil being engineered differently than the standard full synthetic. I'm really on the fence about the differences...
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    Super tech oil filter quality

    2024 Toyota R4 2.5 Have been an OE filter user, just recently I bought a couple of these Super Tech filters. In comparison the supertech look very well made internally and on the inlet flow area... pictures shown below. I should say I do short oil intervals because of my short local around...
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    Fear of improper quality oil

    Good morning, I read a lot of questions about oil quality, questions like; Have you had any problems using this oil? Have you done an oil analysis? My question: When are oil problems supposed to happen? How are they supposed to happen? Is this something that happens within a thousand miles or...
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    OCI Obsession and loving it!

    Hello all, Figured I'd post this for a general census of the masses. Not looking for any reprimanding on; you are wasting resources, or just flat-out ridiculous and Overkill. I'm just voicing my oci as a cathartic and a process that I just enjoy performing on my 2024 Rav4 hybrid car, and mostly...
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    Bilstein Terrasport struts and shocks knowledge

    Hello, I have a 2024 Toyota RAV4. Bilstein said they were due to come out with,Terrasport struts and shocks. has anyone seen these hit the market yet. They have them for the 4th generation RAV4 but I have not seen the 5th generation yet that is 2019 forward. thanks in advance
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    Looking for class 3 ebike stand over type geometry, any thoughts on a good one

    Hello, I posted before, I have been looking for a good class 3 step over not step through type of frame geometry. It can be carbon or it can be aluminum. I'm not looking for any type of scooter Style Iron Maiden! Looking for a commuter Style classic 3 speed type of look. familiar with Trek and...
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    E-bikes and thoughts

    Just bought my first ebike. A Trek Verve + 3. It is very comfortable for the weekend bike paths and rides around flood control riverbed type of riding. This bike is considered a class one with a maximum mph of 20. I realize there are some external chips that can be put on to the Bosch motor to...
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    New Acoustic sound deadening tires

    Has anyone purchased any of the new Acoustic sound deadening tires. There are about six or seven manufacturers that are making them now I think Hankook and Michelin ones that come to mind. What are your thoughts and comments on the sound deadening characteristics thanks in advance
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    229.71 MB recommended

    Hello, I am hoping that someone can chime in on this Mercedes-Benz rated 227.1 synthetic oil. I have five qts that are 0w20 that I would like to use. Is this 227.1 specific to particular engines only. Thanks in advance
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    Oil analysis cost

    Hello all, fairly new here, and have a new car Toyota RAV4 2024. It does have a strong odor of fuel in the oil at the first oil change of 700, mi. I had a Subaru that had the same characteristics. Meaning that you could start really smelling the fuel at around 500 to 800, mi. I know these...
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    Tire weight offset before mounting and balancing.

    Hello, since this is the tire section I will reach out to you folks. I read that the dot on the outside of the tire either red or yellow signifies the light side of the tire. With that being said, I was told that the Dot should always be close to the wheel stem. This is a brand new Toyota RAV4...
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    Oil questions for 2024 Toyota RAV4 hybrid limited.

    Hello all, this is a first post for me but long time reader. I just recently purchased a 2024 Toyota RAV4 hybrid limited and I have a few questions on oil types, specifically the mobile one brand. I see that mobile one brand makes the 0w16 for hybrid engines and a 0w20 for hybrid engines with...
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