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    Fuel Proof Sealant for Sealing Fuel Filler Neck to Rubber Hose

    I used the Blue Tube not sure about the viscosity.
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    Fuel Proof Sealant for Sealing Fuel Filler Neck to Rubber Hose

    I have used Hylomar on my 4 Mercedes diesel cars. May want to look at: https://hylomar.com/en/universal-blue/
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    What is in this Mobil oil that has modern diesel compatibility at all?

    On my 2006 MB E320 CDI I used the MB 229.31 specs or higher. The most oil used was Pennzoil Euro L.
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    new oil - cannot see level on dipstick !

    I degrease the bottom 4” scuff with 400 grit, degrease and spray light color paint the 4” and have no problem reading the level.
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    US car in Europe

    Another good genuine parts from UAE is: https://partsouq.com/
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    Cleaning auto carpets ...

    I take mine to Laundromat.
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    Are we allowed to talk about "The Balloon"

    With over 30 years in defense industry I agree, we have capability to collect all RF data by our surveillance aircraft. Just like we’re doing in Ukraine war. I also have a feeling that eventually US is going to down it over the water so that we can study the hardware.
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    How to select a high-yield online savings account

    Look for “Toyota Notes” not FDIC insured. Currently 4% and can transfer money to your bank at will.
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    Amber or Red rear turn signals....

    About a year back a car passed me on Hwy #380 and he had red turn signal light a Trooper from the opposite side crossed the median and pulled the car. I presume it was for red turn signal. I don’t know what the law is in TX. But I always try to keep my car stock.
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    Stupid tool cleaning question... Please help!

    When wife is not home I throw in 2 dish washing pods in the machine and put in all the tools to be washed and they come out new.
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    For Mercedes experts: W203 and W211 reliability

    Sorry to hear about your woes, mine was a European delivery and not heavily optioned. Relatively low mileage of 131k so far. I did had SBC brake reach its count and was fixed for free as was the adhesive on sunroof. Otherwise it has been a solid performer.
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    For Mercedes experts: W203 and W211 reliability

    My 2006 W211 with OM648 has been impeccable quality wise and my 4th Diesel Benz.
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    Texas State Troopers Begin “Waistline Enforcement”

    TX Donut shops need to be worried. Probably lot of traffic is generated by idling cruisers.
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    Brand loyal convert

    Brand that is Cheap and meets Specs.
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    Bar soap: which one do you use?

    Old Spice Bars were priced good. No loyalty here.
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    Any Good Sounding Diesel Engines?

    My response may not be impartial by love Mercedes OM648.
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    Business Insider: Chinese hypersonic weapon that alarmed top US military leaders fired something off as it sped toward its target

    Folks sleep tight. The public statements made are for spin. I am retired (30 years) from a large defense contractor and without opening myself to the doors for Ft Leavenworth, I can assure you guys we are doing great and very likely ahead of the game. I did my last few years with Advanced...
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    Tire Rack road-hazard claim - anyone use it?

    I have and my opinion is not worth it.
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    What paint brand do you like?

    Problem is no one test like CR does. According to them the Bear should last 10 years. Having said that I paint it myself with a sprayer and I usually do it in Fall/Spring when Dallas temperatures are pleasant. I don’t mind paying higher cost but every mfg claims that their paints are the best.
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    What paint brand do you like?

    I always go with Consumer Reports latest I.e. Behr Ultra for Exterior
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