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    2019 Toyota Highlander LOTS of metal flakes

    Good luck on your 2019 Highlander engine issue. I changed the factory oil in mine at about 1200 miles and there was no debris. I actually was kinda expecting to see trace deposits. I can't speak to MPG issue since I don't drive it, the wife does, although not frequently and not of any distance...
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    Almost out of NuFinish, what next?

    I have been using NuFinish for decades on all types of vehicles ( cars, SUV, boat, lawn tractor, etc). Goes on easy, wipes off easy, lasts a long time, provides nice protection, looks great. I have used Meguires, Collinite and other products. They generally cost more, don't provide the long-term...
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    New plugs in 2012 Frontier

    A few months ago I replaced the factory spec'd spark plugs in both a 2009 Ford Escape Hybrid and a 2011 Honda CR-V with the new NGK Ruthenium plugs. I cannot speak to their longevity but the performance change was noticeable, smoother idle, etc. Fuel economy seems a bit better. My son's Escape...
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    Airbus pilot joystick

    Originally Posted By: CincyDavid I was looking at pics of Boeing cockpits vs. Airbus and have a question...I have to imagine most people are right-hand dominant...I'm trying to make sense of why the pilot's joystick is set up for his left hand...I suppose he needs his right hand for...
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    Trouble relaxing when I'm off?

    Might I suggest you begin a workout regimen, IF you currently do not. You could join a local health club for a trial period before possibly buying some equipment for home use ?? If you are social, the club setting may work better and extend your circle of friends. I prefer home workouts- do it...
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    Anyone care to talk about wrist watches?

    I just started "collecting" watches a couple of years ago. For some 30 years, I wore cheap, plastic Casio/Timex runner's watches that I never took off-shower,pool, working on cars, etc. At the end of one year, I would toss them in the trash can and go buy another one. They would be scratched up...
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    It's been a good run

    Nice video, thanks for finding it. I have flown this airplane many times, in both pilot seats, all over the world. I flew it off and on from 1993-2009, between stints on the A-320 and the A-330. Sad to see the old girl go...she was my favorite airliner. It was fasssst, stable, highly...
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    United Airlines 747 Sendoff

    Delta has been hosting similar functions within their route system as they too say "Aloha" and "Mahalo" to the Boeing 747-400, Queen of the Skies. Aloha to Delta 747 It saddens me to think this legendary aircraft will no longer "chase the sun" across the world, leaving its distinctive...
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    ICON A5

    Low time in airplane type should always be a caution for any pilot, regardless of their total time or experience. There is a reason why the airlines and the military utilize the High Minimums concept when transitioning from jet to jet, even with decades of experience and thousands of flight...
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    Ford Antifreeze Change Interval

    My son is bringing his 2009 Ford Escape Hybrid home for Thanksgiving. It is approaching 100K miles and I am gonna do some mx on it for him, with him assisting. Among other things, I am gonna change his ICE/gasoline engine coolant and MECS (electric motor) coolant for him. It should be initially...
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    Post Your Latest Coolant Change.

    2012 Corvette 10K Out: factory fill of GM Dexcool In: GM Dexcool and distilled water 50/50 mix; drain and fill x 2 2011 Honda CR-V 4WD 35K Out: factory fill Honda Long Life Coolant Type 2 In : Honda Long Life Coolant Type 2 pre-diluted ; drain and fill
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    post your latest transmission lubricant change.

    2011 Honda CR-V 4WD 35K Out: Honda factory fill In: Approx 2.6 qts Honda ATF DW-1 . Drain and refill x 3 (about 8 qts total).
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    post your latest differential fluid change

    2011 Honda CR-V 4WD 35K Out: Honda factory fill In: 1.3 qts Honda Genuine Dual Pump Fluid II
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    Best oil filter bang for my buck ???

    Another vote here for the Fram Ultra series (spin-on and cartridge). Should easily go 10,000 miles OR once per year OCI in most cars. I have moved away from AC Delco, Toyota, Mobil 1 oil filters and use exclusively full synthetic Fram Ultra's. Pretty cheap thru Walmart, etc. IMHO, best bang for...
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    Are you on track to retire comfortably?

    My wife and I both retired some 8-9 years ago while in our mid-late 50's. So far, it has worked out better than I expected financially. Luckily, we both have pensions, excellent medical benefits, additional social security income, untapped 401k/403b balances, etc. For you younger folks, the...
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    Ever have "the Shingles"?

    I had a mild case of shingles about 18 months ago. I recognized the symptoms early and got started on antivirals quickly. BTW, I had the shingles vaccination about two years prior to getting shingles. Perhaps, that is why I had a mild case and because I started AV very quickly. The shingles...
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    Digital Multimeter recomendation

    I just bought this one cuz I wanted the clamp style meter for household work: Tacklife CM02A This clamp meter was also highly rated and is a little less expensive: EtekCity MSR-C600 I have other multimeters (including a Fluke), but needed a clamp style. Perfect size, great functions...
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    FREE MLB.TV Premium from T-Mobile on April 4th

    If you are a current T-Mobile subscriber, don't forget to claim your FREE 2017 MLB.TV Premium subscription and At BAT Premium app on T-Mobile's Tuesday App: FREE T-Mobile MLB.TV Premium subscription It is a great, FREE perk, if you are an MLB baseball fan. They did it last year as well since...
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    Toyota Camry oil recommendations.

    In my 14.5 Camry SE, I have used M1 0W-20 EP and Toyota OEM filters since brand new. I have done my own oil changes. The M1 0W-20 EP (15,000 mi) is a superb oil for its price point (within a dollar or two of AFE formulation price in the 5 qt jug at WallyWorld). I bought five Toyota OEM filters...
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    Changing planes. as a pilot

    Originally Posted By: Mr Nice d4d, Take pride in knowing what ever amount of [censored] the company put you through.... You were able to be professional at all times and be up to the challenges of constantly flying multiple aircraft on such short notice. Thank You for the kind sentiment, but...
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