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  1. 2strokeNorthstar

    2023-24 Prius opinion? Need a new car soon

    Anyone heard or experienced good or bad on the new Gen Prius? Seems like the Prius became the new Crown Vic for cabs. Looking at buying one for the wife's new commuter. Our Juke is approaching 200k miles and has been trouble free minus a a/c compressor. Would like another 200k+ car with better...
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    Rental Review, Tesla Model 3 standard range

    Rented a Tesla 3 for a 4 day weeked. It was the cheapest car available from Hertz surprisingly. Never driven any electric car before this. First the good. They drive great, cruise/autopilot is fantastic in traffic, fairly quiet but not shockingly, ride is smooth, controls aren't so bad being on...
  3. 2strokeNorthstar

    What do home mechanics charge per hour?

    I do work for friends & coworkers sometimes. Nothing extreme, just day jobs like brakes, oil changes, radiators etc. I charge $50-60 an hour. They usually say "that's it? You sure?" Not sure what a fair rate is. I want to give them a break but I also don't enjoy spending all Saturday greasy and...
  4. 2strokeNorthstar

    2023 Camry SE rental review

    Rented a 2023 Camry Se. 4 cyl non hybrid. Drove about 1800 miles in 5 days. Good -Nice car and great Mpg. 32mpg average over highway, traffic, city, slow twisty mountain/coastal road combo. 4cyl had plenty of power for general driving 8 speed Trans was very nice. Not like others that seem to...
  5. 2strokeNorthstar

    New parts vs Remanufactured, how is new cheaper?

    Shopping for a starter and CV axle for my CRV and F150. Something doesn't make sense in this world. How is a "new" part the same price or even cheaper than a reman part? I can only assume the metal is the cheapest junk on earth if it is cheaper to completely build a new one than reuse the old...
  6. 2strokeNorthstar

    Rental 2021 Toyota CH-R

    Rented a 21 CH-R with 30k miles for a week. It’s a nice economy car. The exterior looks are a little much and creates a blind spot with the small rear windows but inside it feels like a Toyota. I got used to it. Drives better than other economy level cars we have gotten from Ford and Hyundai...
  7. 2strokeNorthstar

    15w40, diesel oil additive shortage?

    Oil additive shortage anyone heard of this? No source given. I have seen shortages only because of shipping issues.
  8. 2strokeNorthstar

    .22lr in stock at Turners

    Will probably only last this morning. https://www.turners.com/aguila/aguila-22lr-super-extra-standa-456607
  9. 2strokeNorthstar

    Motorcraft filters, new boxes same problems?

    Has anyone notice the Motorcraft boxes have changed? Filter look the same but is anyone aware of any changes?
  10. 2strokeNorthstar

    Thick oil selection in Mexico / CAFE conspiracy?

    I couldn’t believe the oil weights they run in Cancún. Had to take a picture as the wife was looking at me strange for researching oil on vacation
  11. 2strokeNorthstar

    Craftsman now at Lowe’s , Kobalt no future?

    I saw Craftsman starting to show up in Lowe’s and on the website. Is Kobalt going away? I see no reason why they would want to compete with each other. They go after the same market and for a long time we’re in direct competition. Warranty will be a hassle for Kobalt if so. Maybe they will do a...
  12. 2strokeNorthstar

    RIP 2012 Hyundai Sonata engine 101k miles

    Well, lost the motor in our 2012 Sonata. 2.0T 101k miles 3-4K oil changes. Made a couple knocks the night before, nothing too bad thought maybe the road. Next day stalled and dead on the side of the road, no warning. Pulled dipstick and full of metal shavings. The car is part of the recall so...
  13. 2strokeNorthstar

    Snap-On Warranty Denied

    I recently broke a pretty old Snap-on wrench and thought no big deal I'll swap it out. Nope. Not really that upset just never heard it put this way. Here is the email. "Thank you for contacting Snap-On Tools. Unfortunately, the model number J1618 is discontinued. I have checked for a...
  14. 2strokeNorthstar

    Vogue Signature V tire review

    Not much information on these tires other than the standard useless Americas / Discount tire reviews. These are a great deal with rebates from Discount Tire Direct. First off they are made in China to Vogue's strict specs. I don't have an issue but some do. These are run on a 2013 Nissan Juke...
  15. 2strokeNorthstar

    Walmart now carries Zerex Asian, labeled Valvoline

    Just saw it to today 50/50 for ~$14. Little expensive but nice alternative. Wonder why the name change?
  16. 2strokeNorthstar

    Ebay $5 cabin filter

    Anyone tried one of these? I just ordered one. Figure its a non critical part and could be a sweet bargain. We'll see.
  17. 2strokeNorthstar

    Supertech UCL and cleaner, generic Lucas

    Saw the new line of Supertech additives at Walmart a couple weeks back. Generic Lucas, seafoam etc. I tried the Supertech Upper Cyl. Lubricant fuel additive and it actually works. Made a noticeable difference, I was shocked. I put some in my mower and pressure washer that have a pretty lax...
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