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    Fuel economy worse in cold temperatures

    2019 Mitsubishi Mirage . Current mileage is 9700 miles . Purchased new July 2019 . 1.2 -3 cylinder . CVT Auto transmission . I've noticed the computer read out for MPG's in the winter is about 10 to 12 MPG's worse than in summer . Warm weather I've seen as much as 56 MPGs sometimes more . I'd...
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    Start up noise

    Start up noise that quickly goes away due to the oil filter? . 2019 Mitsubishi Mirage . Currently 9500 miles . Dealer used Pennzoil synthetic and it's hard to see but it looks like a Pennzoil filter . Not sure if it was The platinum or ultra platinum . 0w20 . Didn't notice it in warmer weather...
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    Quaker State Ultimate in 0W20

    Anyone having trouble finding QSUD 0w20 ? Not impossible but difficult compared to most anything else. Amazon out of stock . Wal-Mart has 2 qts. Available online . Target has it in stock but it's about 40 minutes away and it's all in 1 qt . Also I've noticed when I order it 0w20 specific I...
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    2005 Subaru auto,Amsoil

    Asking advice.Just started using Amsoil in the engine,so I figure I might use it in the trans.Annyone with Subaru use the Amsoil fluid?Probaly use Amsoil filter also.I think the owners manual says to change at 100k.Mileage is 76k.Thanks.
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    Anyone have a Saiga shotgun?

    Anyone have a Saiga rifle or shotgun?I have a 7.62x 39 carbine.Pretty doggone fun to shoot!I have 1 30 round mag for it and the 10 round that came with it. Never jammed or anything but I doubt I've put 300 rounds through it,and not all at once. I'm thinking on getting the 12 gauge version,anyone...
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    Ammo in magazines

    Just wondering if there are any issues with storing ammo in magazines?I have heard that it could damage the feed spring. I have a Glock 21 SF,13rnd mag. I like the idea of having it ready "incase"I do not store it chambered .No children around to be concerned with so no worries there .I do store...
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    If you could mfg your own oil..

    You guys that know what additives are necessary for the "perfect" oil,to you and what specifications your oil would be.Just curious and very oil illiterate when it comes to additives and what to look for from the scientific point of view.Thanks
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    SPECS

    Thanks to BITOG I've been doing some "research" on oil specifications.Im trying to look at each of the properties and make a decision .Anyway,can an oil be judged by it's TBN number solely?If it wasn't for this web site I wouldn't even be thinking of this.Something to do when it's snowing I...
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    Amsoil question

    Looking at they 2 types of 5w-30's Amsoil products .I see the price diffrence.Can someone explain the difference in these 2 oils?Other than the price .I have a 2005 Subaru Forester X,72,500 miles. Exclusively used GTX 5w-30.I just tried Amsoil's small engine oil and really like it. I never go...
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    Transmission filter

    My Subaru transmission filter is the same part number as the engine filter.I've heard a few say to use factory filter for the Transmission.I usually use Napa gold or Pureones for the engine.Are they suitable for the transmission also?Thanks
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    Poulan saw bar oil

    Just purchased a Poulan Pro 16" reconditioned saw from E-bay.Pretty happy with it.Only thing is it really uses a lot of bar and chain oil.Is there an adjustment for this or am' I stuck with it?
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    gas smell

    Friend has a 2003 Subaru Legacy .He says it has a gasoline smell.I'm busy with work and family illness.Thinking that someone here might have some ideas or expearence with this untill we can look at it hopefully Sunday.Thanks
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    RED AAP FILTER

    AAP had 4 red house brand oil filter for 95 cent each.One sure enough was for my Subaru.I'm a Pureone and NAPA Gold/ Wix user.Looks like a good filter and it was 95 cent.Was hoping 1 of the others would fit my Kohler but it didn't.Anyone ever use these?Solid red with a grip coating similar to...
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    Lucas Oil Stabilizer

    Just found some in my building.I used it in a 89' f-150 .the truck leaked after a while.Not saying it caused it.Wondering if I should use it in lawn moers,or supplement my bar and hain oil with it or just give it away.Don't think I'll use it in my beater F-150 I have now.Am' I wrong not to want...
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    Stihl won't start

    This saw is 10 years old.not been used much until latly.Always easy to start,never let me down.Tosay it wouldn't start.spark plug has fire.possible it's flooding.ran fine 2 days ago .I'm letting it sit to see if i flooded it somehow.Right when I need it the most it lets me down.Model 029.
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    occasional use only.

    I needed a brushcutter to get some land cleared of briars ect.I didn't want to drive to 30 miles to a dealer for Stihl,or other brands of that type.So i picked up a Poulan Pro trimmer/brushcutter.As I began to read the owners manual on the front cover in bold letters it states"FOR OCCASIONAL USE...
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    4 stroke trimmer

    I was at sears and I noticed they have a 4 stroke trimmer.Anyone have any experience with any 4 stroke trimmer?Curious to know if they are as strong as a 2 stroke.Thanks.
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    Cleaning engine and engine compartment.

    Does anyone one clean their engine?I've never done it.Afraid I'll mess things up if I spray it.If you do how do you go about it?Thanks
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    SABER TWO STROKE

    A fellow BITOG member and I traded.I sent him a bottle of ARX,He sent me a bottle of Amsoil Saber.I mixed up a batch for my Stihl 029.I have to say the reduction in smoke was suprising.I mix 50-1 like Stihl recommends.Compared to the little bottle of Stihl's oil I've mainly been using the...
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    Amsoil for Stihl

    Amsoil has so many 2 stroke products to choose from .What should I get for a Stihl chainsaw and weed eater? Since I'm now running their 4 stroke oil thought I'd try their 2 stroke.Anyone have any experience using Amsoil 2 stroke?Thanks
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