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Hi guys. Was wondering if anyone here runs one of the Chinese clone saws and how it's been? I was thinking about trying out a Neotec NS892 (Stihl MS660 Clone). I used to do some work with a good friend who owns a tree business. When I scaled back and only processed wood for myself, I...

I finally broke down and bought a new ATV. I've ridden Sport quads forever, and during our big family&friend week long ride at Jericho this summer, the 130 miles in a day on my modded 400ex (416cc kit, Edelbrock carb, T4 pipe,+2,+1 control arms with rod ends and Elka coil overs) was taking it's...

I've been looking for a new light saw I can throw in the ATV or do some minor cleanup and limb work around the house. I have a couple of box store saws in my arsenal but wanted something nicer to complement my larger saws. I ended up getting a STIHL MS180 from a local dealer. I'll tell you...

Picked up a carb kit with NGK plug, fuel line, and filters for my Pro Mac. It was a nice Sunday project. The innards were a little stiff, but otherwise the carb was pretty clean inside. I love the saw and use it regularly. It's super heavy and loud as hell, just like me. I'm currently running a...

I mentioned before that we were thinking of buying a new K5 or Stinger. We ended up stopping at the dealer yesterday. They only had one K5 with the 2.5T on the floor and they moved it outside for us to test. It rode very well and that new 2.5T has some punch! Definitely quicker than the 2.0T...

So, I moved on from my company 2016 Fusion SE 2.0L AWD - which was a pretty awesome daily driver. (It's going to one of the project managers) In the Fall, I ordered a 2019 Escape SE AWD 1.5L Ecoboost. I went with the Escape as I play in a couple of bands and wanted easier space to load my kick...

So, the '04 Maxx finally has enough issues to warrant retirement. With over a 180K (which may as well be 380K between my wife and daughter), it was time. Now it's the dreaded GM ignition issue where it won't start. Won't even crank. I had to go and pick it up with my trailer and winch it on...

Hi guys, I recently did some work on my daughter's (formerly my wife's) 2004 Maxx with just a tick over 160,000 miles and decided to snap a picture in the oil fill hole after I checked the oil. The current change ( Pennwood 5W30 bulk) has about 1200 miles on it. As I have been a member here...

Long time, no see my friends! I haven't been on as much as in years past, but wanted to let everyone know my wife finally replaced her troublesome Malibu Maxx with a 2016 KIA Optima SXL Turbo. The car is fully maxed out - it has every option you can get: Nappa leather, and infotainment bells...

I was closing the shop last night when my wife called and told me my oldest (with my youngest riding shotgun) was in an accident. The kids are OK as they were going slow and the bags did not deploy. She was driving home with my son and someone cut out in front of the 2014 F350 in front of her...

I had a few Range Rovers come into the shop this week and we ordered some Pento High Performance 5W30 to meet the Rover spec. My search didn't reveal a lot of discussion on this oil, so I am curious if anyone else has used it or has more info to share. It carries an API SL/CL, ACEA A3/B4 spec...

I helped my brother drag home his latest project: a 1940 Ford COE. The kingpins and steering were freed up and the tires actually held air. We dropped it back down with a forklift and I winched it on to my trailer. My brother drives an older GMC, but it seemed more appropriate to...

Picked it up tonight to replace her rotted Cherokee ( 3.1L /auto 4 door sedan. It's in very good shape with 72,000 miles. It was my friends parent in-law's car. Newer brakes, good tires, new exhaust, good struts / CV boots, new battery, etc. All for $800.00 cash!!! The only issue is one door...

Hi guys. I have a 2003 F150 5.4L 92,XXX miles. Had a hurricane yesterday - went for a drive towards the end. Did splash through a couple of puddles, but nothing worse than a rainy day or anything I haven't done before. 20 minutes into the drive, the engine started to skip a bit. Went right home...

I changed my Mom's oil today. The car is a 2008 Cobalt LT with the Ecotech engine. The oil, Q-Torquepower 5W30, is the winter change and had just over 8K miles of use (18% on OLM). My mom is 71 and drives very mildly with 50-50 use. When I pulled the filter out for replacement, I discovered a...

Gary! It's right in town man! 2001 Cherokee with, you ready...10 MILES!!!! It's ready for the 0W10 Bruce Blend! http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2001-Jeep...ht_18031wt_1047

Well, my factory Goodyears are getting low and dry rotted and are in need of replacement before the snow flies. I've recently had some considerable medical and home improvement bills, so I've decided to seek out a lower priced tire. I visited a local Walmart and found the Goodyear Tracker 2's...

Hey guys- Someone posted on another forum that Racor makes the filters for both Motorcraft and Fram. I know that Purolator makes the FL300's and FL820S's I use, and I was always under the impression that Fram (Allied) made their own and sold their own as clones (i.e. QS filters, etc). They were...

Hey guys! Been busy working on the house and life in general, but I wanted to post up some pics to my friends here on BITOG of a recent Off Road trip to Moab, UT. It was about 3 days out (leaving central mASS) 5 days of wheeling, and 3 days back. I only rolled once and didn't break one thing. I...

Well, I'm heading out to Moab with about 15+ friends next month. I'll be trailering my Heep(Jeep) out there with my '03 F150 FX4 ex cab 5.4L. In my prep for the trip, I've been thinking about which oil to run. It should be about a 4600 mile round trip with 99% highway. I'm currently running...