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Since I've been away for a few years, things have changed a lot with oil filters as there are so many flavors available now. I haven't really had the need to log in because this site taught me so much stuff AND I have a serious stash of oil and oil filters mainly because of this site (still...

Do you take the time to dump the old oil out the filter and let it drain before re-installing? I never thought to reuse a sny filter or any filter for that matter, but after seeing the last post that went through 3 oci's, I'm re-thinking my point on that subject. I've used the Fram sny filter...

Hey guys. I haven't logged in since the last K-Mart $4/gal deal a couple of months ago lol. I have so much oil, I really haven't been looking for deal...I haven't been bitten by the "stash" bug. Anyway to my question and I need some clarity on this. My GS has 113k; I purchased it in May/11 with...

Hey I have a quick question. I just order two new LBJ's and two outer tie rod ends made by MOOG for my Lexus. The LBJ's have zerk fitting so I'm able to grease them but the tie rods are sealed with are ok. I read nothing but good things about MOOG, especially the "555" made in Japan stamp. All...

This might have already been a topic in the past...The search on this site isn't that great so I will start this topic. Why did you guys join this site or how did you come about finding this site? I'll start. I was part of this Infiniti forum and I heard someone mention BITOG. They were...

If you look at the bottom of the state sticker on the gas pump, you will see a bunch of numbers (like 1-12 or something like that) with a certain number punched out. Does anyone know what those numbers mean? Is it the quality rank of the fuel? Here in Alabama, I put cheap "spot market" fuel from...

I need to hear you opinions on a couple of items. I plan on changing my radiator coolant this weekend in my Lexus. It's doesn't have Toyota Red in it now, actually some yellow/gold fluid, so I plan to change it to a OEM equivalent. Toyota Red is $30/gallon here. I plan on using either Zerex...

This has been mention here and there between multiple threads, so I decided to make one thread dedicated to this sale. I went by my local AAP and bought 4 qts of 5w-20, 1qt of 5w-30, and 1 qt of 10w-30. This is all they had. My car calls for 5w-30 so I plan on using this for my next OCI. They...

Does anyone here have any first hand experience with these brakes? I can get ceramics pads for the front & rear from Rockauto for $47 with shipping. I think that is a great price but I'm not familiar with these pads. I know that ThermoQuiet ceramics are the top of the line, but I'm thinking that...

Most might have already seen this, but take the time to read the facts about both fluidsn esp with viscosity. I currently use Dex-VI and this is basically why I use it http://www.sandyblogs.com/techlink/2009/05/dexron-vi.html

Drive belts....which brand is better; Dayco or "Napa Spec" Gates belts. I'm looking to purchase a timing, PS, and AC/Alt belts for my girlfriend's 2000 Totoya Avalon. I actually have Gatorback belts on my car, but I've noticed that Autozone switched from Gatorbacks to Dayco (at least in my...

My Q is getting up there with age/mileage and the only "weak spot" for my generation is the tranny. Since 200k, I've been doing 4qts drain & fill with ST Dex-VI every 15-20k. Well the time has approached and I have a question. After going thru my father's shed, I found 1qt of Nissan Matic D...

I usually always check my oil level weekly, especially before going on a road trip, but I didn't this weekend. I actually forgot until I was on the interstate. I kept thinking, what if I threw a rod because the oil is low. 1qt of oil vs the cost of a new motor...I think we all know the answer to...

I'm looking to rehab my front and rear brakes & rotors. As far as brakes, I can actually find solid brake pads myself, but I'm looking for help with obtaining a solid rotor manufacture (beside oem). I've read that Hawk pads are the best on the market. I've used the cheap rotors that come from AZ...

Went to Wal-Mart today and noticed they had some good sales going. They had QS HP in all weights for $13 and Val Syn in all weights for $13 too which is a steal!! They had a lot of high mileage oils for $9 but I forgot to check maxlife. I don't use syn, but at this price I bought some Val...

Is it true that most dino 5W-30 oils shear to 20wt after little use? The dinos that I usually use are MC5k and Havy DS 5w-30. If this is true in those brands, I want to go ahead and use MC 5w-20, especially for the price with performance. Oh my engine calls for 5w-30 too.

Over the years I've owned my car, I've used ST7317, AAP gripy red, STP, Purolator Classic, and NapaProSelect(current use) oil filters with no issues. My car has 216k now and I want to upgrade to better quality filter (syn blend) that doesn't cost $10. I do 5k oci's so I don't need anything like...

I was at the bimmer forum and words can't explain this mess... http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1281659

Guys, I have a quick question. I'm a electrical engineer by profession but it is driving me crazy since I'm trying to figure out how or where the new/old fluid goes after you add new after pan drop. Have I confused you yet lol??? Ok let me break it down into Layman's terms... -after you drain...

I did a mechanical fluid exchange (15qts) on my car with the old syn M1 MerconV back at 175k. Well my car has 209k and it's time to change the fluid again. This time around I plan on doing drain & fill once I change the oil next week. Will it be ok for me to purchase the Maxlife atf for the...