Fifty150
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The fuel door is suppose to create the proper seal in order to maintain the correct pressure in the fuel system. Isn't that why they used to test the fuel cap during a smog check?
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Looking back, I don't think any aftermarket company developed a filter relocation kit like the kind that you see for muscle cars.
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As I recall, since I have owned Hondas and have friends who work at Honda dealerships, Snap-On used to sell a Honda specific oil filter torque wrench which was preset to whatever Honda's torque spec was. Apparently, at that time, all the Honda engines used the same filter. And even then, there was talk of upgrading the filters to a larger size by way of relocating the filter. The argument being that with a 6 cylinder engine using the same filtration as a 4 cylinder, you are asking for trouble. But I pointed out that in most of those Accords, minivans, and quasi SUV/pickup trucks, they also used the same transmission and braking. A couple of the Honda car club guys threatened to take the stickers off my Honda.
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https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mothball Older-formula mothballs have also been used by drag racers to enhance the octane rating of fuel
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13 foot pounds for a Honda outboard? Ford Transit Connect? Or both?
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I think that NOCO engineered their jump starters to only work as a jump starter. Otherwise, they would sell you all of those attachments and accessories. Thanks for the info on the EC5 cigarette lighter adapter. Now I will inflate my tires the old fashion way.
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Just seeking enlightenment. Just thinking that ground up mothballs would work better.
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Long Wheel Base is way better for laying down.
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Cold climate citizens all have their own life hacks. Just don't eat the yellow snow.
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Filters are suppose to be hand tightened. But whose hand? We all have different hands.
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Ford recommends Motorcraft synthetic blend. The controversy is that nobody regulates what percentage of your quart of oil has to be synthetic, in order for it to be called synthetic blend. Maybe someone knowledgeable can speak up and inform us as to how much synthetic is in the blend. In the past, I've tried different oils. All the boutique brands and large brands have found their way into my engines. Amsoil, Royal Purple, Lucas Oil, Eneos, Schaeffer, Mobil 1, Pennzoil, Valvoline, Mag 1, Castrol, Red Line, et cetera. I've tried all the overpriced filters. Did I notice a difference? No. Reason being that none of my cars were highly modified. An intake, an exhaust system, an underdrive pulley, and custom tuning does nothing that demands any sort of high grade oil & filter. High price oil & filter have never given me any added power, torque, speed, or mileage. I know that I will never need to wire tie a K&N on my Transit Connect: because there is no way that the filter will blow under load. Can it be argued that the benefits are not immediate and seen with the naked eye? Is it a scientifically proven fact that your engine will last longer if you use a synthetic oil and better filter? I know that I don't want to find out the results of using the lowest price conventional oil, with a discount filter. And the mere fact that everyone here is a vehicle owner who is savvy enough to read about and contribute to an oil change discussion tells me none of you are getting the coupon oil change at the local discount lube shop. And I doubt if anyone will testify that they've gone over a million miles with Wal*Mart oil & filter. I've never used a Wal*Mart filter. Or for that matter, a Fram, Champion, Bosch, Purolator, Wix, HiFloFilTro, or Baldwin. I've always tried to stay with the OEM, or K&N. Since I've only seen online videos of filters being cut, I don't have first hand knowledge of the effectiveness of flow rate, filtration, et cetera. I am just wondering if Castrol's Magnatec is all hokum; with claims that their special magic ju-ju sticks to the inside of the engine to protect the metal, even as oil has returned to the oil pan.
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Interesting. Ford in Europe does not try to steer you towards their Motorcraft brand. I bought that oil because of pricing. Very inexpensive for 6 qts of Full Synthetic.
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How the heck do you jack one of these things up?
Fifty150 replied to williaty's topic in Brakes, Chassis & Suspension
Do not buy those jack pads in pairs, or sets of 4. You will only be using 1 jack. Your jackstands cannot ust pads. There are pads for jack stands. I picked up my floor jack pad from Amazon for about a Lincoln. https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01GXPIHY6/ref=od_aui_detailpages01?ie=UTF8&psc=1 -
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I used this funnel from Wal*Mart. This time around, I used Castrol 6007 GTX MAGNATEC 5W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil, 1 Quart, 6 Pack . $18.69 @ Amazon.
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I still use a floor jack and jack stands. Those ramps don't work for me when I want to take the tires off to rotate them, or work on the brakes.
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Just the right amount of rainfall, sun, and the temps never got too high. Valley region Merlot is an excellent selection for the table, and it will pair nicely with your steak. Although I personally prefer Pabst Blue Ribbon in a can.
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The FL-400S installed perfectly, and there was plenty of clearance. The Gold Plug drain plug fit just like the OEM. I will never understand why those dealership guys torque on the drain plug and oil filter so tight, that you have to force them off.
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After 2 years of owning this little wagon, I finally did the oil change myself. The first oil change was at the dealership last June. A few weeks ago, the oil change message displayed on my dashboard. Since the first oil change was free at the dealership, this time, I actually had to go out to buy the oil & filter. Since I can't leave well enough alone, I bought a Gold Plug magnetic oil drain plug. The first thing that I notice was that the FL-910S looked like a cut down version of the FL-400S. The specs showed the same diameter and thread. Since I already had some FL-400S filters in the garage, I knew that I would have to check it for fitment once I got the used filter off. A little bit more filter, could mean a little bit more filtration. Couldn't hurt, right? I'm sure that the oil pump could handle it. I see that some people use oil change ramps. Almost bought some, until I thought about how I already had a floor jack and jack stands, and that those ramps wouldn't be of much use for my tire rotations, flat repair, and brake service.
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In some jurisdictions, you are allowed to pay for police protection. If you have the bucks to sheep out, there are cops that you could rent. A pit bull could guard your fuel door. Or you can hire ex-military mercenaries.
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mods Ecoboost Mods that Fit From Other Applications
Fifty150 replied to James Stanley's topic in EcoBoost
A diesel is allegedly on the way. -
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mods Ecoboost Mods that Fit From Other Applications
Fifty150 replied to James Stanley's topic in EcoBoost
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Adrian Steel is a good product. I have those in the Econoline vans at the shop. If my Transit Connect was a cargo van, I would take you up on your offer. Which city are you in?
