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    2013-2015 Explorer Versus 2013-2015 Traverse

    My employer has told me to start looking for a replacement company vehicle. They mentioned either a Chevrolet Equinox and Traverse. It is replacing a 2009 Camry which has been flawless for 240k miles. The replacement needs to be an SUV for hauling 2-4 adults at times and equipment/ supplies in...
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    Kawasaki FH641V issues

    I've got this motor on a Husqvarna riding mower. After the mower has sit for a few days, it is hard to start and actually pushed gas/oil out muffler, smokes, and hard to start. After running for 15-20 minutes, the motor dies like it is running out of fuel. I can keep it running for a couple of...
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    Front end "loose"

    2009 Toyota Camry SE 116k miles (bought it with 101k miles) Front end feels very loose. Loose over bumps, follows road imperfections, etc. I had a FE alignment, but still pulls to right. Tire shop said alignment is good, tires are not. Not sure if the tires can be causing all this. As far as...
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    Need some used car advice

    My current daily ride is a 2003 Corolla CE 5 speed with 170k miles. It's been pretty good in the 3 1/2 years I've owned it minus 2 transmission rebuilds (faulty input shaft bearing and the first rebuild was screwed up). I'm looking to replace it with something with CRUISE CONTROL and reliable...
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    CLeaning a VVT turbo???

    I have a 2006 Chevrolet LBZ Duramax. It has 39k miles. I've been getting some codes with loss of power. Apparently, its pretty common and will end up with turbo replacement for stuck vanes on the turbo. Anyone ever clean the turbo while in the truck? Trying to avoid a $3500+ charge on my truck...
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    2011+ Kia Optima owners please chime in

    Been researching the internet on the new Optima for a few weeks. Went to dealer and looked at one today. Very impressive car. IF we got one, we would either get the LX or EX, most likely the LX. No hybrid, no turbo. I was just curious what current BITOG owners have to say. I have searched...
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    Ford Fusion opinions

    I've searched and found a few posts, but not many. I'm thinking about getting rid of my 2003 Corolla (159k miles) and getting a used one. I like the 2010+ styling much better, but not sure I can swing the price for one. My Corolla has cost me $1000 the last year for trans work, and now needs...
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    Recommend me a reliable, economical car - under 5k

    Got a 2003 Corolla. Had it for 2 years and has 155k miles. Its going today to go into tranny shop again. It's a 5 speed, and the input shaft bearing in these cars are prone to failure. Thinking about selling when it's fixed and getting something different. I'd like something reliable and that...
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    SATURNS: Educate me please

    Thinking about buying one. I will be wanting as new and low mileage as possible. Budget is probably $2000-3500. I'll need 4 doors, and prefer 5 speed UNLESS automatic is more reliable. I'd LOVE cruise. Need GOOD fuel economy. How reliable are the motors and is there any one motor that is better...
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    Schaeffer's Soyshield - how much?

    2006 Duramax LBZ in North GA. How much should I add per tank/ gallon? Can you use too much? Thanks
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    Software to edit pictures in slide show and music?

    Wondering if anyone knew of any software to make picture slidshows and add mucis? Thanks
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    Software to edit pictures in slide show and music?

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    Need a good fluid pump for quart bottles

    Anyone know where I could find a GOOD fluid pump for quart bottles? I drained and refilled my rear diff and man is it a pain. I had a little spout that I bought at AZ, but it was still a pain. I found a fluid pump, but it fits gallon jugs only. I would like to find something that has an...
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    My Seafoam experience

    I have a 1998 Honda Civic DX that I bought used a couple months ago with 135k miles. It now has 138k. It had pretty good main records with it and felt pretty confident about it. It's had a little problems with rough running, nothing major at all...and if I wasn't so anal I would have left it...
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    Need some short term investment advice

    I have a 457 and Roth IRA along with government pension for retirement. Recently we had a little over $150,000 awarded to us as part of a life insurance policy. We are looking for something to invest in probably short term to build it a little bigger. We'll possibly be building a new house...
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    1998 Honda Civic DX questions

    Thinking about buying a 1998 Honda CIvic DX sedan. Never owned a Honda before, so need some info. The car has about 137k miles, one owner, maintenance records for every oil change, tming belt/water pump, etc. The car is basic with no power windows/locks, cruise, etc. It looks pretty good for an...
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    Need info - 1998 Honda Civic

    Looking at getting one. It's a 1998 Honda Civic sedan, 5 speed. It's got around 130k miles. Never owned a Honda before, several Toyota's. Just wondering what are some things to look out for, problem areas, etc. Also wondering how these are in gas mileage? My commute is 60 miles, highway at...
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    Best diesel additive for Duramax

    Got a new 2006 Duramax LBZ. Wondering what the BEST and AFFORDABLE fuel additive to run is. Looking mainly for protection for my engine. I know the current diesel has very little sulfur and the upcoming fuel has even less. I know sulfur lubricates the pump and stuff, and looking for something to...
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    Hard times this week - long, but important

    Well, I've been off the internet for about a week. Bear with me, the post is long. I want to share so maybe some people can benefit from the lessons I have learned this long week. Last Saturday evening, our lives changed forever. I was at the fire station and we had just finished supper. The...
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    Best oil - KAW 19hp?

    I've searched, and haven't come up with much. I have a 19hp Kawasaki (FH601V) on a 2005 HUSTLER 52" MINI-Z zero turn. I use it commercially in my part time lawncare business. I changed at 8 hours to Pennzoil 10W-40. The recommended oil weight is 10W-30/10W-40. I now have nearly 60 hours on the...
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