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    Best (and worst) vehicles from about 1985-2005?

    Best: 96 4Runner SR5, 99 Civic EX and my current 03 Honda Element. Worst: 02 Pathfinder (lots of sensors failed)
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    Pictures of the New Venza right after sunset

    Congrats, I like the mag wheels.
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    I was thinking of getting one of these to drive to the Mall

    Not sure if it’s safe enough due to its lack of advanced safety features.
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    What old SUV to buy

    An awd Honda Element.
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    CHECK YOUR TIRE PRESSURE!

    I just got a new Milton analog gauge today, so I’ll be checking all vehicles tonight. Also, I’m on my way to Americas Tire to change the front (or all) tires. I can compare my new tire gauge with theirs.
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    WHen was the last time you got a flat?

    About 2.5 years ago, when I heard that tapping noise, I knew there’s a screw or a nail on one of the tires. I put the right psi using my 12v inflator, then Americas Tire patched it for free.
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    Stick with Asian pHOAT or go with Prestone?

    My 03 Element's reservoir cap popped out (unscrewed), and found the radiator not full. Can I top it off with this Zerex blue from Walmart? I tried to fill the radiator using my Honda blue coolant, but It wasn't enough. TIA.
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    Portable tire inflator

    ^ That's probably after the 20% off coupon and tax.
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    What features do you appreciate the most on your vehicle?

    Usb ports and cupholders in wider diameter.
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    New 2020 Sonata

    I dig the front, but the back... like a hybrid car.
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    Hyundai Kona?

    Interesting thread. I myself is planning to get my wife a Kona or the cheaper Kia Soul, not sure if these will be good enough for a family of 4. Our ten year old Sonata has been very reliable at 140K.
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    Your favorite EDC/every day carry KNIFE?

    Skeletool CX
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    post your latest transmission lubricant change.

    I did a 3X ATF drain and refill on the Sonata using Castrol Transmax Import. The old ATF was dark brown. Car is still shifting great.
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    Old washer change torque?

    I just keep on reusing them and no torque wrench needed.
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    Can I just skip the filter?

    Don't skip. Change it and start from there. Just to give you an idea, I change our 2 cars' oil and filter once a year with around 7k miles each.
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    How long do you let your oil drain?

    Maybe around 15 minutes or until it drips very slowly.
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    What are your EDC knives?

    I always carry my Victorinox Adventurer in my pocket and Leatherman Style CS' on our key chains.
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    post your latest transmission lubricant change.

    07 Mazda5 138k miles. I did 1x drain and refill with 2 quarts of my old Pennzoil multi vehicle atf mixed with a quart of maxlife.
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    most difficult vehicle for repairs?

    2nd gen Mazda MPVs
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    2001, F150, 5.4L-New Plugs Fix Stutter/Hesitation

    About 4 years ago, my co-worker had the same problem with her Mazda MPV. I did the tune-up including the atf and pcv, but the main culprit was the rear-middle spark plug. The previous mechanic only changed the front (3) plugs as they are NGKs while the rear plugs are old Densos.
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