Recent content by GeorgeKaplan

I never have cared and never will care about what might be best or better for any component of a vehicle. I'll let it idle for hours if need be for my comfort and convenience which is why it was purchased to begin with.

Why do you let the practices of others influence what you do or not do? You are going to quit hunting the way you enjoy hunting because others don't hunt the way you hunt? That's stupid. I hope you don't apply the same philosophy to personal hygiene. Do you change your oil even though others...

Ford, not GM, but I have 7 F-250's driven by men who show little respect for them, tow and haul at max ratings almost every day throughout the summer all use Motorcraft 5W-20 and WIX filters. Engines are fine. 5 of the trucks are approaching 200k miles and will be rotated out next spring. I sell...

Originally Posted by UG_Passat I just go to the Chemical Guys HQ to buy their Extreme Body Wash Plus Wax (Carnuba and synthetic)... I work around the corner from them. Well then, you are not really from parts unknown anymore, are you?

Originally Posted by PimTac Originally Posted by GeorgeKaplan Originally Posted by PimTac Could we keep the politics out of this? Why? How? CAFE and emission standards mandated by the .gov is responsible for these issues and the engine technology we are forced to buy; technology not thoroughly...

Originally Posted by PimTac Could we keep the politics out of this? Why? How? CAFE and emission standards mandated by the .gov is responsible for these issues and the engine technology we are forced to buy; technology not thoroughly vetted and paid for at our expense. I own a small fleet of...

Cameras are game changers, especially backing up. Mirrors are another reason I prefer trucks. On the Super Duty trucks, I keep the lower convex mirror showing the ground, rear tires, and a good chunk of the pickup box. Ideal for towing trailers and maneuvering in tight spots. Also good for...

"Nose over toes".

Originally Posted by Bill7 ok, but back to original question, what is the safest (no engine wear during engine flush) engine flush? Asked and answered. What everyone is trying to tell you is that you are obsessing over nothing. Change the oil to any quality synthetic and drive it. If it makes...

Originally Posted by Leo99 Originally Posted by GeorgeKaplan Originally Posted by Leo99 Get a rifle that is rated to shoot 5.56. 5.56 is slightly higher compression and the specs for 5.56 and .223 are almost identical. A 5.56 rifle can shoot both 5.56 and .223. I have a S&W Sport and shoot the...

Properly getting the boat ready for summer holidays begins in the fall.

Originally Posted by Leo99 Get a rifle that is rated to shoot 5.56. 5.56 is slightly higher compression and the specs for 5.56 and .223 are almost identical. A 5.56 rifle can shoot both 5.56 and .223. I have a S&W Sport and shoot the cheap Russian ammo. You can also worry about twist rate. I...

Respect and trust are both earned, not given. Old saying, "Be polite, but always formulate a plan on how to kill everyone you meet". On a side note, as someone who builds roads for a living, I have a couple thousand tips for your driveway grading! LOL! Looks good enough. Can't do much more...

I'm feeling cynical and shouldn't be posting, but... Six year loan on an Equinox. Didn't care about it during it's formidable years but now you do after the damage is done. Sell it and buy a Ford. Those don't need maintenance. In the meantime, change all the fluids and filters with Motorcraft...

Noted in picture: Nothing like taking your undisciplined dog to a car show where it is inclined to jump up on people's cars. People lost all common sense.