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    2019 RAM 1500 Alarm Going Off

    Hi all, My BIL has a '19 RAM 1500 HEMI (not sure what trim) that has its alarm randomly going off, and frequently enough that they've had to disconnect the battery to ensure a quiet night. Any insight on where he can start on troubleshooting? TIA.
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    DOT 4 Class 6 Instead of DOT 3?

    Can I use a low viscosity (DOT 4 Class 6) fluid in a brake system calling for standard DOT 3/DOT 4? My VW calls for the low visc and it would be easier if I could just run that in the Acura as well. For what it's worth I'm in a very cold climate so for the ABS/traction control functionality it...
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    M1 0W-20 ESP Tracer?

    Hi all, Can anyone confirm that all VW 508 00 oils have the green tracer dye as a requirement for certification? Specifically wondering about the ESP 0W-20, which does carry the 508 00.
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    Joining the Euro Club

    Within the past few days I sold my '14 Maxima and picked up a '19 GLI Autobahn...my first European vehicle (made in Mexico lol). I understand the powertrain is reliable, the power nearly matches my Maxima with considerably better MPG and I plan to do a stage 1 tune to bring even more. My...
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    2023 Cadillac XT4 Rental Review

    I'm most of the way through a week-long rental of a brand new XT4 that had 700 miles on it and temp plates when I left the lot. I needed 4 doors plus room for luggage for 3, and knowing that I was going to put on over 1,000 miles I wanted something comfortable that also got descent gas mileage...
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    Vibration/noise isolation for wall shelf

    I have a dehumidifier that sits on a wall shelf in my garage that I already have sitting on rubber "pucks" meant to go under washing machine feet to try and dampen some of the noise and vibration, which does work pretty well but a good amount still gets transmitted into the wall through the...
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    B9 A4/A5 Reliability?

    Anyone own or familiar enough to speak to powertrain reliability on these? I know The 2.0 has been around for a long time, other than potential valve deposits any known issues for this generation? I would love a manual but they're hard to find so I assume the DSG realistically would be paired...
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    Aprilaire filter interval

    For those running an Aprilaire air cleaner on their air handler (or similar...4" or 5" large surface filters) how long do you go between replacement filters? They all say "up to 12 months" but based on what they look like when I pull them out I end up doubting that is a realistic interval. I've...
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    Considering a Timemaster

    Does anyone own a newer Toro Timemaster (223cc engine) that can chime in with general thoughts? My property is 1/3 of an acre, and it currently takes me an hour start to finish to mow with my 21" deck including blowing the driveway and sidewalks at the end. I'm considering the Timemaster hoping...
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    Downspout "strap"

    Hi all, I have Zip hinges installed on all of my downspouts, and when I did the installation a couple of years ago I did not use the included clasps to hold the extensions in the "folded up" position since they're kind of flimsy and I don't trust that over time they will be reliable, especially...
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    91 vs 94

    A new gas station just opened that sells 94 octane premium...up to this point 92 E10 was the highest available in my area minus racing fuel, with 91 E0 the most common premium offering. I expected a price increase of course compared to the 91 but I just dropped in out of curiosity to see what...
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    Cable vs 5G Home Internet

    I'm generally satisfied with my cable ISP...currently paying $65/month for 250mbps down which is more than adequate for my needs. Not cheap but it seems reasonable and they've been reliable. I'm always on the lookout to make a change if it makes sense from a monetary stand-point, but my main...
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    Rental Review - 2020 Chrysler 300S HEMI

    Spent 4 days with a 2020 300S with the 5.7L HEMI from Hertz with about 45,000 miles on the clock. I'm President Circle status with Hertz but this was the best I could get unfortunately upon my arrival in Nashville....there was a Camaro SS that would've been available but someone walked off with...
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    Plumbing - What is this?

    I'm thinking this is some sort of circulation pump circled in green? It's not plugged in currently so curious as to why. New construction.
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    Why are all phones gigantic?

    Looks like 6.5" is the new minimum height for just about every phone available now. From what I can tell other than the iPhone mini and S22 perhaps the 5.5" region of real estate no longer exists. I don't care as much but my wife with smaller hands refuses to go larger because it's too awkward...
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    FIRE Movement

    As a millennial I hear from time to time interest from my peers in the "retire early" mentality. "Early" could mean age 35 or age 55, so I guess I'm thinking more along the lines of those wanting to hang the hat before age 40. I think it's great that they have a goal and save aggressively...
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    Peroxide OK for ceramics and sealants?

    Did a search but couldn't find a definitive answer. Will using a hydrogen peroxide solution (3%) for bug removal eat away at any ceramic coating or sealant? My understanding is that it attacks organic substances only.
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    Bass Shakers FTW

    For anyone looking for a fun addition to a home theater setup for cheap, I recently added bass shakers or "butt kickers" under my couches for some added bass effect. Practical too for when my 8 month old is asleep and I don't want to shake the house with my subs but still "feel" something...
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    Heat Pump in Northern Climates?

    Hi All, Just replaced my NG furnace with a 2-stage variable speed 96% AFUE unit. Now it's time to replace the outside AC coil, and I'm curious if I should also consider a heat pump for a dual-fuel set-up. My gas rate is $0.35/therm and my electric rate is $0.10/KWh, but I believe I could get...
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    Enjoy the Cold Weather Performance!

    For those like myself in the great white north, I do enjoy WOT runs on the extremely cold days, such as those accompanying this "polar vortex"... -12F currently. For those not aware, horsepower in NA engines typically increases or decreases by approximately 3% every 1,000' deviation from sea...
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