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    Gumout Regane Complete

    Gumout Expert Series Regane Complete Fuel System Cleaner. That is an impressive title! I have never used Gumout products, but these were on sale at Ollies and looked priced to move for PEA fuel system cleaner. Anyone have any experience with this product?
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    Fram CH9018

    Fram CH9018 from the Sludged Cobalt discussed in the mechanical/maintenance forum. Filter in use 1 month.
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    UPDATE: Sludged Cobalt

    So as promised, here is an update of the sludged cobalt. Yesterday the engine got its monthly 5 minute motor flush and oil change. New fill was 4 Qts ST conventional 5w30 +1 Qt MMO First, the oil filter (Fram CH9018) This was the oil out (5 minute motor flush + 3 Qts ST 5w30, 1 Qt ST...
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    Chrisfix toothpaste headlight restoration

    So I had some time on my hands while working on the truck today and decided to try Chrisfix' toothpaste headlight restoration trick. For those not familiar: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rXHTXdlWw1w Equipment used: -Toothpaste $2 -New toothbrush (already on hand) -Soapy "wudder" in a spray...
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    CMMG 5.7 Pistol

    http://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/2018/07...in-fn-5-7x28mm/ For those fans of the 5.7 who were looking for a PDW-esque pistol.
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    Your favorite motor flush

    Not looking to debate the merits or potential "dangers" of the chemical motor flush, but out of curiosity, what is your favorite and why? 5 minute motor flush? Kerosene? Kreen? Liqui-moly? ATF? Diesel? There are big differences in price point and availability between all of these, so wondering...
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    Sludged 2010 Cobalt 2.2 making noises

    This is the same vehicle that was referenced in the oil filter thread: https://www.bobistheoilguy.com/forums/ubbthreads.php/topics/4809623/all/Sludged_filter For those who didn't see that thread in the oil filter section here is the situation: This is a 2010 Cobalt with the 2.2L ecotec. He has...
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    Sludged filter

    Viewer discretion advised, those with weak constitutions....look away now. While on vacation a good friend of mine who is not mechanically inclined asked me to take a look at his 2010 Chevy cobalt. The complaint? Engine “shakes” and races at stop. Inspection of dipstick revealed clumpy...
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    Question for vaping enthusiasts

    Quick question for any avid vaping enthusiasts here. I recently picked up vaping again after many years of absence (went back to cigarettes, but now kicked them for the past 2 weeks!) It looks like things have changed A LOT in 5 years I have been out. Back in the day the Efest and MNKE...
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    Bardahl

    Anyone have any experience with any Bardahl products? I see they have an oil supplement (possibly similar to Tufoil?), a motor flush and a couple other things. Does anyone have a VOA for the oil supplement? Or perhaps information that compares there motor flush to 5 minute? I have used...
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    Best spark plugs?

    Time to change the Spark Plugs in the Escape in my Signature. Ford OE Plugs are platinum, but when shopping around there are other options for "double platinum and Iridium. I have no experience with Double Platinum or Iridium plugs. They are slightly more expensive, but that really doesn't...
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    Scotty Kilmer on oil changes

    I know many that many members here love Scotty Kilmer videos. I really get a kick out of this old school, quirky and insightful mechanic. He had a TV show here in Houston before YouTube came about and he is always good for a laugh. I can't say I would recommend everything he does (like cleaning...
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    Aftermarket reticles

    Hoping there may be some other long range/ELR bolt gunners in here who could help answer this for me. My long range rifle is a Sub-MOA Weatherby chambered in 300 win. Mag, KDF threaded muzzle break, topped with a Zeiss 4.5-14x44 with one piece forged base rings all of which were purchased in...
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    When do you change your air filter?

    I have seen a lot of people here that seem to only change their oil filters every 20 years. I live in an extremely sandy environment here on the coast and change mine every other oil change. My Ram uses a flat, oiled P1 and my Escale uses a larger conical Purolator Classic, motocraft, Wix or...
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    Stock oil filter pictures?

    A friend of mine just bought a brand new 2015 Toyota Tacome TRD 4x4. It isn't the top of the line model, but the one just below it. (I don't know much about the new Toyota trucks). Does anyone know what OEM filter they use and does anyone have some pictures of them cut open? We were talking...
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    Shell V-power nitro plus

    Anyone know the difference between this and the old formula v-power? I only run v-power exclusively in my wife's Ford Escape 3.0L V6 and it has always been great fuel. Beside the factory fill, It has had nothing but v-power its whole life. I have always found it to be the best gas on the...
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    Purolator PL14670

    Warning: The following message is rated "E" for everyone and contains graphic content of a tear free Pureone. The following photographs may be dangerous to those with a weak disposition and/or those suffering from chronic Framophilia. Do not attempt this at home unless you possess a BITOG...
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    Super tech HM

    Does anyone have a VOA of Supertech High Mileage oil or perhaps a link to one? i know there are better oils out there but it will be going in a vehicle that doesn't get but 5k~ or so miles per year and doesn't require anything fancy, and I have heard decent things about Supertech as a budget...
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    Fram High Mileage Oil Filters

    My father in law has developed a pretty steady oil leak in a 2006 Chevy Malibu, most presumably from the rear main seal. I will be switching his vehicle over to a high mileage oil (Pennzoil, Valvoline or Mobil depending on what is on sale) and was wondering if anyone has had any luck or...
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    To Seafoam or not to seafoam, that is the question

    What is the general consensus on vacuum line seafoam treatments? I have heard some swear by it, others that say to avoid them at all costs. What do you guys think? The vehicle Im thinking about seafoaming is the truck in my description. 2006 Dodge Ram 1500 4.7L V8 with 92k miles.
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