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    2012 BMW 335i Water pump keeps running after car shutoff

    Guys:; Problem: occasionally water pump will keep running after engine shutoff for extended period running the battery down. No computer codes and mechanic is stumped. Any suggestions would be helpful' Both dealer and local mechanic have looked at it. Next step is to throw money at it and...
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    Porsche Macan

    Guys: My daughter is considering a Porsche Macan as her car (2012 BMW 335i) is giving a lot of trouble. Has anyone had any experience with Porsche Macan or Porsche's in general? Any info would be greatly appreciated. JR
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    Best oil for Briggs Intek engine 22Hp

    Guys: Just bought a new zero turn Snapper with Briggs Intex engine. Any recommendations for oil? I currently use Mobil products in my cars. Thanks JR
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    Which Lawn tractor: cub Cadet or Snapper

    Bolen has a manual gear transmission and locks the transmission for braking. JR
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    Which Lawn tractor: cub Cadet or Snapper

    Guys my old bolen Lawn tractor is locked up (brake locks up transmission) and I am unwilling to spend money on it. Considering new Cub Cadet or Snapper SPX both 42 inch. Am leaning toward Snapper primarily due to local dealer I've used before. What are your recommendations? Don't want to spend...
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    OIL STAIN ON GARAGE FLOOR

    GUYS: Have large oil stain on garage floor (about five quarts of oil). Any suggestion on removal (I have power washer). thanks JR
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    Kia Stinger and Genesis G70

    Both, does anyone own either or them and had any dealer experiences?
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    Kia Stinger and Genesis G70

    My son in law is looking at these two cars, does anyone have direct experience with either? Concerns: Stinger: dealership not luxury brand (son in law used to BMW dealer) G70: also dealer concerns, no stand alone dealer Comments: ? JR
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    Kia Stinger and Genesis G70

    Guys: My daughter is looking at new cars and she liked the Kia Stinger, she also wants to look at the Genesis G70 (when available). She currently has 2012 BMW 335i, which she likes, but has spent a lot of money on repairs. Plus it let her down on a trip (injector stuck open at 70K miles). What...
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    Best Washer -Non Front Loader

    Guys: Looking for recommendations for Non Front loader Washer. Not happy with Samsung/LG products due to reliability issues. Seeking near commercial version of agitator type washer. Thanks for help. Also, same thing for dishwasher (currently have Samsung we don't like-takes too long and...
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    Which car to buy?

    Guys: My daughter is looking for a new car (currently has 2012 BMW 335i) and is undecided. She can pretty much afford whatever she wants but doesn't want to overspend. She wants a compact sports sedan and likes her current car but it has given a lot of maintenance problems. Cars she is...
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    GENESIS G70 IS THE 2019 MOTORTREND CAR OF THE YEAR

    As anyone heard of Dealer issues/warranty issues with Denesis?
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    2012 BMW 335i Check Engine Light

    Guys: Check engine light came on and then went off after a day or so. No loss of engine power and car runs great. Should I take it to dealer or wait until it malfunctions again? Thoughts? JR
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    BMW 335 Quick Coolant Change

    I noticed you didn't mention the turbo or cleaning the intake valves, Is the turbo original and you didn't have to clean the valves? Thanks for the info. JR
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    BMW 335 Quick Coolant Change

    Note you have 195K on your 335. If you have time I would appreciate you out lining what repairs you have done on the car. I have 2012 335 with 70K miles. I have had the following: valve cover gasket, fuel injector stuck open, air mas unit, and catalytic converter. Note: I have just been sucking...
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    FUEL ADDITIVES: MY PERSONAL EXPERIENCE

    All gains in performance occurred quickly, so there was no seasonal change in fuel composition. I convinced the performance improvement was a direct result of the additive.
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    FUEL ADDITIVES: MY PERSONAL EXPERIENCE

    I run Chevron and Shell, premium
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    FUEL ADDITIVES: MY PERSONAL EXPERIENCE

    GUYS: You constantly see advise that fuel additives such as Techron are not needed as long as you use a premium gasoline. My experience is just the opposite. I have three cars and all three have responded very well to the use of Thehron. I use premium gasoline, but in each case I experienced...
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    RELIABILITY OF 2 LITER DI/TURBO ENGINES

    GUYS: Just wondering what you think the reliability will be (long term use) of the new 2 liter DI/Turbo engines that produce a lot of power (255 HP, 273 torque)? They sound great, small engine, good gas mileage, great power, etc, but will they hold up for 200-300K miles? Example: The BMW has 11...
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