Search results

I have a 2006 Mercedes E320 CDI diesel with an O’Reilly bci 49 battery p/n 49PLT. This is the second battery that has started failing within the warranty period. The symptom is low voltage after sitting for a week or more which causes slow cranking and a low voltage warning when cranking. It...

Since I’ve heard about Valvoline Restore I’ve wondered if it would be safe to use in my Volvo with the 2.0 302hp engine with 116,000 miles. I messaged Valvoline and I received the typical follow the manufacturer recommendation. I’m really interested in trying it since I pulled the pvc valve...

I’ve seen no opinions pertaining to brake fluid unlike motor oil, grease & transmission fluid. I’ve always used Walmart or valvoline brake fluid never had issues. Am I missing something or is brake fluid generic in nature with no selling points other than price?

I was given a sealed never opened 5 gallon pail of Mobil Delvac SHC 524. I researched it for possible use in my Scag STHM which has a Sunstrand pump 15-2180 CW and white wheel motors Model HB12110300. I found lots of info but it’s difficult to understand. The recommended fluids are cheap &...

I have a 1990 Dodge w350 diesel (irrelevant) that I have been storing in my auto shop on a 4 point lift uncovered during the winter. Every spring when I hose it off it looks like mud!! I gave it a proper detailing this summer by washing then using ironX decontamination product followed by clay...

I have 1990 Dodge W350 with an NV4500 manual transmission that requires redline MT 85 oil or equivalent. I have several quasars of redline MTL 70w80 GL-4 gear oil which is slightly lighter. Are they interchangeable? This is not a work truck. It is driven only for pleasure.

I built a log splitter over 35 years ago with 22 gpm pump that has been flawless. It has split many hundreds of cords for myself and family members. It has been well maintained with fluid and filter changes which is approx 10~15 gallons. I have a Ford 1720 tractor and also service and repair...

Would anyone like a battery forum? This could include auto/truck battery's and those used in green vehicles. Deep cycle batteries used for off grid living and how to maintain and charge them most Efficiently. 90cummins

We have finally and officially retired and planning on Cross country travel towing a small 5X8 v-nose trailer loaded with my 2002 BMW R1150 GS and other essentials to visit our Daughter & Son. The max trailer weight will hopefully be 1500lbs but no more than 2000lbs. My concern is our new to...

Just purchased a 2016 Volvo XC60 with a 2 liter 4 cylinder 302HP turbo/supercharged engine. Recommended oil is 0w20 and oil change intervals are 10k miles. The oil weight & interval just doesn’t feel right to me. To top it off the oil level is electronically checked, no dip stick so I can’t...

I just signed up to have Solarcity install a 7kw system on my garage roof which will lock in my electric rate at $0.103 per kw for the next 20 years. The rate on my last bill was $0.155 per kw. My new bill when the system is installed & operational will be fixed at $67.99 per month for 20 years...

I just purchased my first Fram oil filter in over 20 years. I was finally lured into purchasing a Fram Ultra filter for my Dodge Cummins due to the construction, overwhelming praise and price. I changed the oil tonight and was disappointed that the filter end is not fluted for the filter wrench...

Not sure where to post this question. I just installed a new Hamilton 188/220 flat tappet cam in my 1999 Dodge Cummins Diesel. They are very specific about the break-in procedure, add 1 bottle of ZDDP to the engine oil, start it and run it at 2000 rpm for 20 minutes, and I (think) understand...

I have a catalytic converter question. I acquired a 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor with 180000 miles that had ignition issues (misfire) during a cross country trip prior to my purchase. Two ignition coils were replaced which resolved the skipping but the check engine light came on code (PO431) Warm Up...

I’m looking for the flow rate of a bypass filter assembly that has two filters. Each has an orifice 3/32 dia by .375 long. Could someone tell me the flow rate using 15w40 oil? Thanks

I've had some filter heads lying around for quite some time and decided that it's time to find what filter options there are that fit them for use on my vehicles & equipment. Thought others could benefit from my efforts so here is my list. There may be some errors in cross referencing so verify...

I have Craftsman and Rigid Shop-vacs that I installed Gortex CleanStream filters in. I have found that they are much more efficient than paper filters in maintaining flow, stop much smaller particles and are easier to clean. I have noticed that when cleaning ash from my stove there is no dust...

I've searched the posts and could not find the recomended gear oil for my Z3 5spd transmission and rear axle. With 81k adult miles on it I think it's time My preference is Mobil1 or Redline please advise. Thanks Tim

I have a 52" commercial mower and have replaced the blade spindle bearings 2 or 3 times in the last 15 years and the bearings have been greased using a Moly fortified grease. The bearings are 6305 zz shielded bearings 2 per spindle. The grade of bearing I used for the previous replacements is...

I have a question pertaining to the extended use of cooling system cleaners. I have used Prestone and Peak cooling system cleaners both of which said to drain coolant then refill with water and add cooling system cleaner and run vehicle until warmed up & drain. I have in the past run the cleaner...