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First time running a 30 grade in this engine. Didn’t think it was necessary, but I hadn’t seen a VOA or UOA of this oil. So, why not? Blue line is the VOA for this oil. So, only 4ppm iron during this run of 8k miles. Viscosity took a hit due to 2.5% fuel and the 0.75 qts residual from my...

Need a sanity check here. Based on the recent Fram QC issues, I’m looking for another high efficiency filter for my cars. Premium Guard Extended Life (and its rumored twin the Microgard Select from O’reilly) claim a rating of 99% at 25 microns. But, on the same page show a “micron rating” of...

Didn’t see a VOA or any UOA’s for this oil, so I sent a sample off to OAI. I think this would compete with the Castrol Edge Euro 5W-30. My local stores don’t carry it. But, i ordered it from Walmart and they delivered it next day. Currently running it in my 2006 Accord and HRX mower...

Not sure if this is the best place for this thread. As the title states, I’m looking for the toughest tool handle coating “dip” that also has great adhesion to metal and plastics. I tried the flex seal liquid rubber, and while it looks great, it lacks the durability I’m needing. It starting...

Looking for a decent quality borescope to peek under valve covers and into cylinders. I searched and most of the threads with recommendations are from 2021 and prior. I figure technology improves and model #s change quickly on these. Anyone purchase one recently and like it? Budget: I...

I have a 2004-2005 HRX217HMA with the Nexite deck. The unit has about 300+/- hours on it and runs great. All of the mechanical bits work like new. No issues with the transmission. It rolls smooth and true. Still has a great cut. And, I put new wheels on it last year. Basically, in true BITOG...

I’m looking at getting a new “midsize” pickup in the next 6-12 months. I’ve driven the new Frontier as a rental and was actually quite surprised at how well it rode, and how smooth the engine/transmission combo worked together. But, how are they working out as far as reliability/durability...

I’ve been a member for a while, but don’t post very often. However, there are plenty of names over the years of very active posters who stopped posting. Bill In Utah and StevieC are a couple of those names I’ve wondered about. StevieC apparently had a slip on some ice in 2022 according to a...

Two of my generators are Champion dual fuel inverters, and I plan to only run them on the little 20 and 40lb propane tanks. Would they benefit from a low/mid SAPS oil if being run on propane? My understanding is that there are oils out there specifically for nat gas and propane engines. But, not...

Getting ready for the colder weather next week. Expecting to see around 0f or a few degrees lower than that. I have a 2000w (1700w running) Champion Inverter generator. For my use, it’ll probably average between 200-300 watts continuous. -100w for my fireplace insert fan -100w for fridge...

Pretty boring UOA, as expected for a pre-DI K24. I’m not really worried about the fuel dilution as I had to take a couple short trips around the block before I changed it, and didn’t get it up to temp. Oil was in service for about 10 months. Oil filter was an OG Fram Ultra. I’ll change the oil...

I sent in this sample wanting to know a little about the Champion branded 10W-30 that comes with the generator, and also because these little engines without oil filters always have the strangest looking grey, sparkly oil within an hour or two. Honestly, there’s not much to see here, from the...

This is a car I don’t get to drive often, so oil was in the sump for a little over 2 years. Pretty happy with the results here. But, due to the viscosity loss, I’ll probably limit my OCI’s to 5,000mi. This oil starts out at a 100c KV of 23.6cst. Rod bearings were changed changed at 85k mi...

I'm in the market for a weekend/fun car, and eyeing the new Camaro. I've saved about half the cost of the SS 1LE, so I'm close to my goal of only financing 20k. It would take me another 1 1/2 years to save for the ZL1. I plan on keeping this car for a long time, and I'd hate to get the SS only...

My dad has a really old fishing reel that he loves, but there is a small oddly shaped gear in it that is made of a really soft metal, and its teeth have worn down. We aren't even sure of the brand of the reel. So, I was wondering if you guys know of a place that would make me a new one, or...

I'm looking for a new printer. I'm running windows 7 if that matters. Looking to spend around $250 or less. Features that are important to me: Reliable (obviously) Color printing Ability to scan/copy Wireless printing from android, apple, etc. Relatively cheap toner refills Don't want it much...

What grease wood you guys recommend for the pinion gears on my honda hrx mower. They are located inside of each rear wheel and are not in a completely sealed enviromment. I don't have the Honda shop manual, and the owners manual just says to do it, not what to do it with. Any recommendations?

I've had my wix restriction gauge for a few years now. I changed one air filter at 80k miles because the gauge never budged, and I thought that my restriction gauge may not read a low enough amount of pressure for my little 1.7L, low power engine to register on it. I've seen a recommendation for...

Like the title states, where would you guys buy a honda gsv190 from? I have a chance to buy a honda commercial mower deck that is in great shape for a good price. If anyone knows where to source various honda mower parts, besides a dealer, that would be great too. I figure I'll have about as...

We'll be going on a trip from East Texas through the Rocky Mountains this summer. The car will be loaded down with 3 people, two of those being women....so, lots of luggage. I figured this would be a good time to install a trans cooler and maybe even a remote trans filter. Anyone know of a...