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The Dextero tires seem to be the in stock budget brand at my local Walmart store. Some of the reviews are iffy . Are these OK ? - Thanks FWIW- From what I have seen on the web, this is a Chinese (Giti Tire) company with a plant in South Carolina.

I am looking for a set of budget tires for my 2013 Honda Civic and am the Khumo LX Platinum KU27 All-Season Tires 195 65r 15 at WM online for $60 each. Are they any good? Any others to consider for not too much more $ ? Also what is the price of Walmart the tire installation pkg w/ disposal fees...

I need to replace the starter on my 2007 Honda CRV. I have seen yt videos and forum posts showing it being done from under the hood (remove the intake manifold) or under the car (very tight access). Any opinions here from fellow BITOGers who have done it on this car (2007-2011 Honda CRV models)...

I interested in ordering a set of tires online from Walmart for installation at the store. I have noticed that tires that I want to purchase cannot be shipped for pickup to the store nearby, but are available for pickup at a location less convenient to me. Why ?

I need to have the cracked windshield on my 2013 Honda Civic LX 4 dr sedan. This will be an out of pocket repair. The quote I got from a reputable independent auto glass company who used several years ago for another car is - $240 standard glass, $290 acoustic for mobile service with tax. The...

I am preparing to flush the ATF and change the inline filter on a 2013 Honda Civic. From what I have read, it looks like that I have to remove the air filter housing to access the ATF filter and the filter inlet line is on side of the filter closest to the crimp. I have done ATF flushes several...

I purchased a B&D Battery charger Model BC15BD- https://www.homedepot.com/p/BLACK-DECKER-15-Amp-Portable-Car-Battery-Charger-with-40-Amp-Engine-Start-and-Alternator-Check-BC15BD/205431782 Unlike similar electronic smart chargers that I have owned in the past, the fan does not come on when I...

I need to replace alternator on my 2007 Honda CRV. I am looking for some tips to perform the job most efficiently. Also, I need buy to the replacement alternator locally and am pretty much down to a Carquest reman (140) or new (made in China) (200). FWIW- My last alternator purchase for...

I am changing the camshaft end plug on a Honda B20 engine. I want to replace the snap-in plug (hard palstic with /o-ring ) camshaft end seal with a drop- in compression type seal plug which requires the removal of the rear camshaft bearing cap . It appears that the sealant was previously used...

I want to flush the power steering system in 3 Honda vehicles . Since it usually takes about 4 12oz bottles., I thought about buying the Triax Synthetic PS fluid for Honda by the quart. Is this stuff OK ? (Alternatively, I would use Prestone Asian vehicle PS fluid or Idemitsu PSF Universal PS...

I need to dispose of about 10 gallons of stale gas (approximate 2 years old, and smells bad like varnish. I am not comfortable with mixing it with fresh gas and using in my vehicles. Any suggestions on the best way to dispose of it are appreciated.

My 2001 CR-V (Honda/Acura B20B engine) stalled at a stop sign yesterday. I was able to start it back up .I the check engine light was on and go to nearby auto parts store and have the codes read. The codes were P0335 (crankshaft position sensor), P706 (transmission something) and another...

I recently acquired a vehicle that has had the same fuel sitting in it for 10 months at about 1/2 tank. It took it in for a GA emissions test and the tech mentioned a bad smell (stale gas I presume). It passed the emission test (gas cap ok and computer test). He recommended draining the tank and...

I am replacing the alternator in my 2005 Ford Focus with the 2..0L Duratec. The serpentine belt tensioner and idler pulley bearings are bad. My plan is to just to replace the pulleys (bearings) and reusing the original automatic tensioner and idler bolt, spacer etc. I have read some posts at...

i know that Rock Auto ships from several warehouse locations - A , B , C , D . I am curious as to where they are located. Does any one know ? -Thanks

Anyone here a have experience with DB Electrical alternators ( new aftermarket product made in China I presume) ? Thanks

I have decided to repair the alternator on my 2000 Honda Odyssey. The bearings are smooth. I removed the back cover and the brush holder dust cover. There was what appeared be a mixture of maybe a little grease and mostly of course (carbon/graphite from the brushes). I expect to see dust...

I am looking for recommendations for a reliable car battery charger 8-12 amp max with an automatic taper to trickle is good enough. Nothing fancy but not junk. Prefer < $50 if possible. - Thanks

I need to replace the alternator on my 2000 Honda Odyssey. I can get an new TYC (Tiawan , China ?) for about $110 from ebay or a Carquest Reman with lifetime warranty for about $175 with discounts from AAP. Which one would I be better off buying ? - Thanks

I need to buy a cheap set of tires for a hardy driven vehicle ( yrs),so 40k tires will suffice. The sixe is 205 70r 15 load range 96T. I am looking pruchasing the tires at the Dextero brand from Walmartor Sentury brand tires at America's Tire / Discount Tire . I prefer the service at the local...