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    Who has used the screwdriver thru the filter removal technique?

    More times than i can count! Now hand tight to base with a 1/2 turn. much easier to remove.
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    Castrol

    I remember stocking cardboard cans of Valvoline, Mobil, Pennzoil,and other brands in the drug store i worked at as a teenager. And them leaking all the time!
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    Mazda 3, Impreza or Civic hatchback.. Which one ?

    Test drive all 3. I am a little biased as i bought a 18 Civic Si 3 weeks ago. I love the 6 speed and the way it handles! Getting 27mpg in 90% city driving. Good luck with your new purchase!
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    Recommendation for Acura Differential Fluid?

    thorromig, you wont find a aftermarket fluid recommend for an Acura/Honda differential. just go to dealer and pickup its not very expensive. i paid less than $10 a quart for mine. Joe
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    BITOG Explained

    Originally Posted By: TomYoung It has finally dawned on me that BITOG members are not the same. For your consideration, here are the categories they fall into: 1. Extenders - "If I use the right mix of Amsoil and Lucas, I think I can move this OCI from 25k to 30k" 2. Maintainers - "I split the...
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    Uniroyal Laredo Cross Country Tour, the Good/Bad?

    I used the Uniroyal's 10 years ago on my pickup trucks and suv's loved them low noise great mileage and good looks IMO. Plus Uniroyal is owned by Michelin.
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    whixh ATF for older 4L60e?

    Maxlife good stuff.
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    This is Day 1

    Wishing the best today and everyday forward.
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    Oil Recommendation - Honda Fit

    It wont matter run what ever you like!
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    post your latest transmission lubricant change.

    Drain and fill on my new to me 2014 Honda CR-V EXL AWD with Honda DW-1
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    First high mileage oil you EVER purchased

    Valvoline Maxlife for me.
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    MaxLife blend or Pennzoil HM

    my vote is for Maxlife.
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    1999 Honda Prelude oil

    Originally Posted By: IHondaGuy Thank you for your thoughts.. Honestly, I am new to all this. I do not know what those ACEA A3/B4 lubricants are and how to tell which oils carry them. I plan to change the oil within 300-400 miles for the first two times for a guarantee clean mostly with good...
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    Acura 3.7L engine question. Actually two.

    Sorry I cant answer your ?'s. But I have one for you. Why are you using a 0w40 in a car speced for 5w20?
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    1994 Honda Accord Manual Trans Fluid

    Last weekend i changed my Honda MTF to Amsoil MTF a little more costly hoping the good shift feel last longer than the 12-18 months the Honda fluid lasted. In my 94 Accord.
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    Garbage undersink disposals?

    Don't forget if you have a dishwasher connected to it to remove the plug in the disposal for the drain line. Seen plumbers forget to do this in many news homes i have built.
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    Acura Factory Fill

    Originally Posted By: Tegger Originally Posted By: Falken The fill they did at the factory could be contaminated with anything, and full of sand from the Aluminum casting process. That's what oil filters are for. Plus, if there was "sand" in there, then Honda's quality-control would be about...
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    Need opinions on used car for my son PART 2

    In my Opinion i would take the Subby over the Chrysler any day, if not just for its saftey if he is a young driver.
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    Honda brake fluid

    Originally Posted By: David1 Originally Posted By: sayjac As implied, I'd say your mechanic is in CYA mode. I've used non Honda Dot3 fluid on 01 Civic now with over 210k miles and no fluid related issues, all original parts with the exception of pads and shoes. Honda also said everyone should...
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    2012 Honda magnetic tranny drain plug picture

    Originally Posted By: Chris B. So you guys think a drain and fill every 30,000 miles from hear on out is good or should I do it every 15,000 miles? I do a drain and fill every other oil change on my Honda's.
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