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    Pressure Washer shutdown procedure ... thoughts?

    Picked up a Troybilt Pressure Washer a few days ago. Reading through the manual, the listed shutdown procedure is as below: 1. Release spray gun trigger and let engine idle for two minutes. 2. Turn engine off according to instructions given in engine operator's manual. This seems contrary to...
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    What Power Steering Fluid would you guys use?

    Vehicle is a 2010 Mazda CX-9, owners manual states the following for use as power steering fluid: Mazda Genuine ATF M-III, M-V, or equivalent (e.g. Dexron® II) Both fluids are available from the stealership for $9-10/qt, but i'm sure i can get something better from the local Parts store for...
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    Coolant Frozen at 11F?

    was reading through the posts at The Consumerist and came across this one, anyone have any idea, besides the obvious, of what could have happened here? http://consumerist.com/2013/02/06/this-antifreeze-is-defective-it-froze-solid/
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    MaxLife Dex/Merc ATF in 2011 Hyundai Sonata

    Anyone had any experience using this fluid in this application? Manual states vehicle requires Hyundai SP-IV fluid which is going for $20/qt at the stealer. Dealer has no clue as to whether fluid is synthetic or not. Maxlife bottle indicates recommended for use in this application. If i can have...
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    Just inherited JD LT166, need advice...

    Hi all. Just inherited a JD LT166 riding mower that didn't come with a manual. It's in good shape. Just need tips on what i need to do to keep it running tip top. I plan to change the oil but don't know the required weight. Clean/replace the air filters. I've also read a few posts about dropping...
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    2011 Sonata 2.4L GDI, 5W-20 or 5W-30

    Just picked up a new Sonata. Manual recommends 5W-20, 5W-30 or 10W-30 depending on temps. Any real benefit to a 30wt in this engine over a 20? I live in TN and my only concern is that in the middle of the summer here lately ambient temps have been hovering around 100 degrees. Car sees 90%...
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