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    are all full synthetic high mileage oils similar?

    Your list is in the correct order, start at 1 and go down if it doesn't do what you want.
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    NGK Ruthenium Spark Plugs

    Originally Posted by Dave_Mark I know a person who purchased spark plugs from an AutoZone. The spark plugs were returned by a previous customer but were "new." The previous customer actually painted some old spark plugs from a different vehicle silver and stuck them in the box. This person who...
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    Rock Auto horrible customer service

    How is it RA's fault the subsequent order "took 4 or 5 more days" to arrive. That sounds like a shipper issue.
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    Not trusting orbital buffer -- dilemma ???

    I would too, except some people see those $40 wax spreaders at the local hardware store and talk about them when the topic of orbital something or another comes up. And while those won't normally harm a paint job, they don't usually help it much either. So I just wanted to make sure we were all...
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    'Smart meters'?

    It seems to be the old carb vs fuel injection argument all over again. "My 1923 Carter AFB hasn't wasted a drop of gasoline in 125 years, but my neighbor's fancy fuel injected corvette won't even stay running when it's below 32F outside. No sir, those whipper snappers in Detroit can keep their...
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    Not trusting orbital buffer -- dilemma ???

    The terms being used for the various types of machine polishers is getting out of hand. It's getting to where the names don't mean anything anymore... When you say orbital buffer, which one specifically are you referring to?
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    Ford 7.3 Godzilla Engine

    Why did they choose a nickname for it that was already taken? Or is there some link to the twin turbo Nissan I'm not aware of?
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    Oil Pan Plug Problem

    This is what happens when you fail to notice the inch part of the in/lb torque spec and set your torque wrench in ft/lbs instead.
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    Spills. Synthetic vs petrolium

    Originally Posted by Chris142 I have noticed that synthetic oil is much harder to mop up than Dino oil. Also dexcool spilled on a concrete floor will stay wet all day vs conventional green that wipes up easily. Wonder why? Not really, but thanks for asking!
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    Are Tire Reviews Worthless?

    "Consumer reviews are unfortunately useless." "User reviews are pretty useless." LOL!! They might be for some, but I do not subscribe to that paradigm. Some are useful by themselves, and others are only useful when factored in as part of a larger data set. Either way, making the blanket...
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    What a mess!

    Originally Posted by Lolvoguy Originally Posted by Throt What I don't get is the repeated error making. They consciously and knowingly continued to do things they knew weren't correct. So many times they could've stopped but plowed ahead anyways. Don't get it. It's really quite simple to...
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    Did you ever wonder why?

    Originally Posted by getawheel There's a sign on the highway near my house which says "Blind Drives" I've driven past it every day for going on 20 years and I always somehow read it as "Blind Drivers" Maybe there's some correlation to blind-folks' ATMs I wasn't just driving around shooting...
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    Hemi Cam/Lifters - Best Oil?

    That depends upon how you define "best" in this context. Best, as in which oil will prevent the problem from happening? Hopefully you don't believe someone has that answer. If they did, the cause would be known. And if the cause were known, the problem wouldn't be a problem anymore. But the...
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    Please Hijack this Thread

    Originally Posted by cjcride How long have you been in lock down? A while now...I feel like the walls are closing in honestly...which is why I plan on going outside and taking a walk or something pretty soon. Besides, I can't imagine spending Easter inside, so I'll definitely be reacquainted...
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    Transmission fluid lifetime

    I hate to answer a question with a question, but why are you asking an Internet forum about the meaning of their verbiage? They are the only ones that can provide the answer.
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    Engine sound vs combustion health

    I think it's your mind playing tricks on you. If there is no mechanical change other the plugs, valve train noise shouldn't suddenly change, nor should exhaust note. Record some audio of the before and after for us to hear if you really think it's happening. Originally Posted by keantoken I've...
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    WHY 91 Octane Fuel for Acura

    Let your right foot's lead content be your guide. If you never operate the engine at WOT, use any octane you want, the engine won't notice. If you're like me and believe a day without WOT is like a day without oxygen, use only 93 or whatever the highest octane is you can find. Your geographic...
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    Please Hijack this Thread

    The pet store was selling monkeys for a nickel apiece, and I thought this was odd since they are normally a couple thousand each probably. I decided not to look a gift horse in the mouth though, and so I bought 200 of them. What can I say, I like monkeys. Â I took my 200 monkeys home all at...
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    Importance of Matching Tires - Front/Rear

    It matters very much on AWD, less so on FWD/RWD.
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    Self Serve U-Wrench Shop

    Originally Posted by JustN89 There was a DIY shop here in DFW that was really good. Worked the same way- rent a lift, some tools available, etc. Unfortunately, it closed down last December. Just not enough traffic, I suppose. I'd imagine there's a lot of overhead you'd have to clear. I love...
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