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    Mercedes Benz Certified Lubes

    hmmm, I guess I wouldn't take the risk. Although it is tempting, the savings aren't big enough to justify the leap of faith. I saw it on sale for $40 for the 5L jug. Reg price is $47. I'm currently purchasing certified Motul x-clean for $50. I think I'll just stick to that.
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    Mercedes Benz Certified Lubes

    Not to distract from the OP, but I have a question about 229.51 approval... I am located in Canada, where we have a large auto parts chain called Canadian Tire. They have an in-house private label brand called MotoMaster. I recently discovered that they have a "European Formula" 5W-30, which on...
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    Jeep Grand Cherokee - 3.0L CDI (Benz)

    So I'm bringing this thread back to life... What are people using for 229.51 approved oil these days? I am curious to know if anyone in the Toronto area knows where to buy that Mobil 1 ESP Formula M stuff at a decent price, or any 229.51 approved juice for that matter. I'm still using...
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    Jeep Grand Cherokee - 3.0L CDI (Benz)

    Originally Posted By: TiredTrucker Like was stated earlier, Schaeffer's 9000 5w40 will do the job and is far and away cheaper than what you are paying. I admit I buy in larger quantities, but even with a smaller buy you could beat the pricing easily by 1/2 or more. Where can I get Schaeffer's...
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    Jeep Grand Cherokee - 3.0L CDI (Benz)

    Originally Posted By: Rollins Hi, the list of approved oils by category: http://bevo.daimler.com/bevolistenmain.p...29baa77efdc62fa http://bevo.daimler.com/bevolistenmain.p...31&suchbegriff= Om642 in 3.0V6 CRD uses Mann HU 821 x oil filter with Chrysler #05175571AA and MB # 642 180 00 09,which...
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    Jeep Grand Cherokee - 3.0L CDI (Benz)

    Hi guys, It's been a while since I posted. Anyways, I've got a new vehicle. It's my first diesel. It's a Grand Cherokee overland, with the Mercedes-Benz 3.0 L V6 CDI. Anyhoo, the manual says it needs oil that meets the following specs: MS-11106, MB 229.31, or MB 229.51 Any suggestions? Also...
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    Can a Natural Gas conversion be added?

    So I was doing some reading, came across this story on Yahoo: http://ca.autos.yahoo.com/p/758/the-worlds-cleanest-cars It is a short article about CNG and other types of alternative fuels. They mention cars being run on dual systems, that basically add CNG or LPG (propane) systems in addition...
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    Question about purchasing a car in New Jersey

    Originally Posted By: eljefino Is this from a dealer or private sale? I'm wondering what the case is for either...
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    Question about purchasing a car in New Jersey

    Hi, I have a question for people in NJ, or anyone who may know about this kind of stuff... I'd like to know what taxes are involved when purchasing a used car in NJ. Is there a state tax? If so, how much? What other taxes? Anyone who knows about buying/selling used cars may be able to answer...
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    Rotella T Synthetic 5W-40 in a car?

    Okie dokie guys, thanks for the input. I hope my 318 likes it!
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    Rotella T Synthetic 5W-40 in a car?

    Hey guys, Haven't posted in a little while... been running an Auto-Rx treatment on my 96' BMW 318 Cabriolet. It works wonder, I'm telling you. The car had a slow leak somewhere, I think around the rear main seal. It was dripping very lightly. I ran the cleaning phase with Quaker State green...
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    Questions about the new mobil super 1000..blah bla

    ryan2022, you are asking an interesting question. what i take from the way you stated your question, is that you are thinking of going synthetic for your RSX. for some reason, you seem to be partial towards mobil products. you say you want to try mobil 1, but are weary about it being too thin...
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    Canada vs. US - price difference?

    cool info bob. all those numbers sure do get confusing. i went on vacation... left april 17. gas in toronto was 1.10/liter. came back on may 11. gas in toronto was 1.25/liter. i'm certain it will be 1.50 this weekend, as this is our biggest long weekend of the season (victoria day weekend...
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    Mobil 'Clean Oil' in Canada?

    yup, confirmed. i've got 2 jugs of Super 1000 5W-30 sitting in my garage. can't wait to use it! :D
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    Dodge Sprinter... Thoughts? News on competition?

    how was a broken crank not covered under warranty? thats pretty upsetting...
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    Dodge Sprinter... Thoughts? News on competition?

    currently on the dodge and chevy websites. it says maximum available payload capacity of 2527 kg for the sprinter. chevy website says up to 1881 kg. thats for the 3500 series in either one.
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    Dodge Sprinter... Thoughts? News on competition?

    Slow? Its pretty [censored] fast, actually. I drove it and it had a whole lot of kick. Its a cargo van, man... not a turbo caravan drag race van.
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    Perception of the Big 3 Automakers

    Originally Posted By: MrCritical I'll stick by my story. The "bigger" makes no difference. Put the same amount of money in reducing weight that you put in multivalve engines, 6 speed auto transmissions, variable cylinder displacement, cleaner burning diesels, and hybrids. You'll beat CAFE...
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    Dodge Sprinter... Thoughts? News on competition?

    ya, but the Freightliner Sprinter and the Dodge Sprinter are identical. Dodge sells most of them, by a wide margin. the fact is that this van is FAR more capable than the current american offerings, such as the chevy express and the ford e-series vans. they are capable of a greater payload, the...
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    Dodge Sprinter... Thoughts? News on competition?

    Hey guys, A buddy of mine works for an upscale fitness equipment company here in Toronto. The owner recently ditched their Chevy Express delivery van in favor of the new Dodge Sprinter. We took the van out the other night, and I was driving it around for a while... I gotta say, this van kicks...
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