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Several times I have circumstances when I would like to put an additive into the tank when the tank was already filled [by wife for instance or not available at time of fill up]. Most additive directions say add product then fill tank. I assume this is because they want the fuel to wash additive...

I could not believe I could not find this filter in the search function but the only reference was relative to the same reason I asked the question. The sale at Advance Auto for 5 qts Havoline syn and a Driveworks filter for $20. There were a couple of negative remarks but no facts. So what is...

I have an 09 CTS 3.6 DI. The oil cap states Mobil 1 and I have used it up to the current 62K miles. I buy it in Walmart but on my last visit I put both brands on the shelf and read the specs. They seem to be exactly the same. The price difference,in that I need to buy a 5 qt jug plus a qt, is...

I thought I would find this in the search function but had no luck. Is there a minimum requirement for the amount of synthetic in a oil labeled "synthetic blend"? Can they put a teaspoon and call it a blend? Are the percentages listed anywhere for comparison?

I was cleaning my windshield the other day and found that, in just the right light, I could see water spots especially outside of the wiper sweep. No problem I thought just bring out the vinegar. It did nothing. Then I wondered if the RainX I had used a few weeks ago could have locked in the...

I have a new to me 2008 3.7 Jeep Grand Cherokee 61k. It is a second vehicle and receives minimal use. In the Jeep I replaced I always used full synthetic due to the cold weather startup advantage more than anything. I recently read an article where 2 experts discussed synthetics advantage. One...

I usually have purchased the least expensive spary on tire shine. Formally I used the foaming type but recently purchased a non foaming that provides the right amount of shine. I noticed when reading the ingredient label however that it contains acetone. I assume that is the carrying agent but...

This question concerns both my boat and SUV concerning using a water remover product. We are told not to use a water remover product that contains alcohol in ethanol gas because adding alcohol to alcohol just creates more problem yet Stabil has a water remover labeled for both regular and...

I have always used Techron but now have a CTS with 3.6 DI engine and some folks have been telling me that with a DI engine I am wasting my money using Techron. Would appreciate any thoughts on the matter.

I recently purchased a tire shine product that was on sale. I had previously used one of the foaming tire shine products which also worked well. My concern is that this new product lists acetone as an ingredient which I assume is a carrier. In my experience acetone is extremly drying and I was...

I just purchased an 08 Jeep and have a question before purchasing some touchup paint for several very minor paint chips and a little larger section that needs touch up on the front bumper facia. Leaving the paint bubble has always been a problem for me when touching up small chips. I see they...

I recently purchased an 08 Jeep Grand Cherokee and the manual calls for 5/20wt oil. I then read an article from a lubrication firm stating that these low weights were recommended because the manufacturers needed them to meet CAFE mileage standards. It also said this was done to the detriment of...

I always purchase the oil for my mechanic when changing the oil in our DI 3.6 CTS. It calls for Mobil 1 and the auto parts store charges $9 a quart. Anyway on the recent oil change I delivered the 5 qt bottle of Mobil 1 5-30 and a quart of Walmarts synthetic of the same wt. which I had sitting...

I was in Walmart yesterday and picked up some Mobil 1 and then went looking for an oil filter for my 2009 CTS V-6. It is a cartridge filter and when I checked the shelf guide manual it listed only one filter [cartridge] in the book for this model. It was under the Fram "Extra Guard" column. The...

I have a new Cadillac CTS and it looks like they have a marketing agreement with Mobil 1 what with the Mobil 1 symbol on the oil fill cap. In the owners manual it says to be sure to use a synthetic that has the GM approved symbol listed. I was just at Walmart and did purchase Mobil 1 which says...

My Honda outboard manual suggests using quicksilver 2-4-c with teflon to grease the driveshaft spline when changing the waterpump. I assume this was because at the time Honda used a Mercury lower unit. If necessary I can go out and buy a tube of this grease but I already have a tube of a marine...