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My RO system currently uses a saddle valve to tap into its feed source. The valve will no longer close, so I'm looking to replace it with a compression style 1/4 turn stop valve. The issue is that I don't have enough pipe to cut out the puncture from the saddle valve and still have enough left...

Sorry for the grainy pic, but this is a shot that I took with a snake camera inserted through a ceiling diffuser in my lower level revealing the reason why I've never been able to feel any air flow out of this particular vent :mad: Not sure if it was like this since the build in 1996, or if a...

Special assessments, or specials, on property seem to be common at least in the upper Midwest, but I had not heard of them living out east in PA or in CO. Are these common elsewhere in the US? To clarify, I'm not referring to HOA specials but rather those imposed by municipalities.

Does anyone have anecdotal evidence on whether or not considerable savings are to be had with having jewelry insured on the homeowner's policy vs separately? Specifically, my wife's engagement ring has always had its own policy (up for renewal now) so I'm wondering if it's worth my time pursuing...

Looks like this may be a pricey one for Honda depending on how many vehicles end up needing service. I'm curious as to why older TLXs are included but not MDXs like mine, and I wonder if this will extend to some Odysseys, Pilots, and Ridgelines too. I've heard of this being a periodic issue but...

I've never seen E5 on a pump before, is this common? I was traveling through eastern NE so right in the corn belt but I always just expect E10 on up. I find it interesting that the content sticker, though, is placarded on both grades stating up to 10%.

Hi all, I'm pursuing options for aftermarket remote start install on the GLI...being push-to-start and a manual transmission it makes things tricky. They can't use the standard immobilizer module like they would be able to on the DSG cars, so I would have to give a key permanently to the module...

Hi all, I just had one tire replaced on the GLI due to picking up a screw in the sidewall. Good news is that the set only had about 5K miles on them, so they are practically new. The newest tire is on the front and I'm measuring it's depth to be about 1/32" deeper than the rest. I want to keep...

Hi all, My BIL has a '19 RAM 1500 HEMI (not sure what trim) that has its alarm randomly going off, and frequently enough that they've had to disconnect the battery to ensure a quiet night. Any insight on where he can start on troubleshooting? TIA.

Can I use a low viscosity (DOT 4 Class 6) fluid in a brake system calling for standard DOT 3/DOT 4? My VW calls for the low visc and it would be easier if I could just run that in the Acura as well. For what it's worth I'm in a very cold climate so for the ABS/traction control functionality it...

Hi all, Can anyone confirm that all VW 508 00 oils have the green tracer dye as a requirement for certification? Specifically wondering about the ESP 0W-20, which does carry the 508 00.

Within the past few days I sold my '14 Maxima and picked up a '19 GLI Autobahn...my first European vehicle (made in Mexico lol). I understand the powertrain is reliable, the power nearly matches my Maxima with considerably better MPG and I plan to do a stage 1 tune to bring even more. My...

I'm most of the way through a week-long rental of a brand new XT4 that had 700 miles on it and temp plates when I left the lot. I needed 4 doors plus room for luggage for 3, and knowing that I was going to put on over 1,000 miles I wanted something comfortable that also got descent gas mileage...

I have a dehumidifier that sits on a wall shelf in my garage that I already have sitting on rubber "pucks" meant to go under washing machine feet to try and dampen some of the noise and vibration, which does work pretty well but a good amount still gets transmitted into the wall through the...

Anyone own or familiar enough to speak to powertrain reliability on these? I know The 2.0 has been around for a long time, other than potential valve deposits any known issues for this generation? I would love a manual but they're hard to find so I assume the DSG realistically would be paired...

For those running an Aprilaire air cleaner on their air handler (or similar...4" or 5" large surface filters) how long do you go between replacement filters? They all say "up to 12 months" but based on what they look like when I pull them out I end up doubting that is a realistic interval. I've...

Does anyone own a newer Toro Timemaster (223cc engine) that can chime in with general thoughts? My property is 1/3 of an acre, and it currently takes me an hour start to finish to mow with my 21" deck including blowing the driveway and sidewalks at the end. I'm considering the Timemaster hoping...

Hi all, I have Zip hinges installed on all of my downspouts, and when I did the installation a couple of years ago I did not use the included clasps to hold the extensions in the "folded up" position since they're kind of flimsy and I don't trust that over time they will be reliable, especially...

A new gas station just opened that sells 94 octane premium...up to this point 92 E10 was the highest available in my area minus racing fuel, with 91 E0 the most common premium offering. I expected a price increase of course compared to the 91 but I just dropped in out of curiosity to see what...

I'm generally satisfied with my cable ISP...currently paying $65/month for 250mbps down which is more than adequate for my needs. Not cheap but it seems reasonable and they've been reliable. I'm always on the lookout to make a change if it makes sense from a monetary stand-point, but my main...