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    Help me "over think" this as many of us here like to do - Mixing 0W-20 with 15W-50 to achieve close to 5W-30

    Background: Had Son in Law give me (4) 5 Quart Jugs of Quaker State Synthetic 0W-20 ILSAC GF5/Dexos1 oil. Not sure why he even purchased them as he was a Quick Oil Change groupie. He has had the oil for about two years so not it would not be fair to the next purchaser to return the oil. Now...
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    2022 Hyundai Palisade 3.8 L V6. - Any concern using Fram Extra Guard CH11934 Oil Filter with 7000 mile service interval

    (2022 Hyundai Palisade 3.8 V6 Oil and Filter change interval 7,000 miles with mixed city and highway driving) Just finished last "Free Dealer Oil Changes" which were part of Hyundai new vehicle maintenance care program up to 3 years or 36,000 miles for oil/filter changes. The changes had to be...
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    AC Delco PF66 (1273 5608) versus Fram PH12447

    (Note: I am using these Oil Filters on both a 2022 Silverado with 2.7 Liter Turbo Gasoline and 2025 Silverado with 3.0 Liter Duramax Diesel) My initial visual observation between the AC Delco PF66 (1273 5608) and the Fram PH12447 Extra Guard show that they are very similar except the...
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    Airbus A321 Air Conditioning System - Looking to understand the basic system, redundancy, and what parts can be inoperative and still remain airworthy

    Background (Why I ask this question) Recently on a flight from DFW to DTW we were taxing to the active on an A321 when Pilot indicates we have an error message with the Air Conditioner and we would be returning to the the gate for maintenance check. A long trip from Gate D16 to E31. We were...
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    2021 Hyundai Ionic Hybrid - use same coolant?

    Pink Engine Coolant and Green Inverter Coolant - Owners Manual Specifies same Phosphate based ethylene glycol 2021 Hyundai Ionic Hybrid has 2 coolant systems (Engine and Hybrid Inverter). The Hyundai Manual specifies "Phosphate based ethylene glycol for aluminum engine components for both...
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    What passenger issue warrants a return to gate after departure?

    Specific Question ... for US Scheduled Airline Carriers - What conditions would your airline authorize a taxi back from the active departure runway for a passenger Recently on a flight from DFW to DTW when Pilot in Command (PIC) advises on PA advising they were heading back to the departure...
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    Pirelli P7 Plus 3 A/S for SE Michigan. (225/45R17). Good choice or better options

    Son in Law needs to replace tires on his 2021 Hyundai Ionic Hybrid at 135K miles (P225/45R17). Car is used in SE Michigan so need good snow/ice/wet traction and long wearing as he puts 35,000 miles per year on car. Any thoughts on selecting the P7 tire or is there a better choice for this...
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    Kohler ECV980 EFI Air Cooled V-Twin Oil Choice - My plan below. Is there a better choice?

    I have a 60 inch Exmark Zero Turn Mower with a Kohler ECV 980 EFI Air Cooled V-Twin. (999cc, 38 HP, 2.1 quart service fill with filter). I plan to change oil each 50 hours or 1 year which ever comes first. Kohler manual recommend 100 hour OCI with SN rated oils of the following SAE viscosities...
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    SeaDoo Rotax 4 Stroke 1503 Oil Choice 5W-40

    I have a 2012 SeaDoo PWC with the 155 HP 4 stroke Rotax 4-TEC (1494 CC 3 cylinder SOHC 4 valve per cylinder) Engine and am looking for the best oil to use. Factory fill is SeaDoo Branded semi synthetic XPS 5W-40 at around $10 US per quart. Since the 155 HP is normally aspirated you can use...
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    Michelin Hydroedge P215/55-16 availability

    Are the Michelin Hydroedge tires being discontued or just certain sizes being eliminated? I am trying to get one Hydroedge P215/55-16 UPC 91T to replace one that has a non-repairable edge of tread nail hole. I purchased 4 of these tires about a year ago and have 19,000 miles on the set. Now need...
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    HDEO Choices in SAE Viscosity 10W-40

    What HDEO choices do I have in Midwest US for a SAE Viscosity 10W-40 that is an API CI/CJ4 specification. Trying to meet the Manual Requirements for a 10W-40 that I typically do not see available. It is a small IDI diesel tractor with 3 cylinder 1.1 liter. The Owner Manual is as follows: above...
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    Help Identfy coolant - Strong Solvent Smell

    Need help to identfy this coolant that was used to refill 2006 Chevrolet after radiator replacement at collision shop. The coolant is a light orange color similar to Dex-cool but has the smell of a strong solvent. What orange color coolants have a strong solvent smell. Thanks Slick
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    Buell XB9S 984cc Engine Oil

    Any thought on using Mobil 1300S or Delo 400 15W-40 HD Diesel engine oil in place of 20W-50 Harly Davidson brand oil. I would like to use it year round (march through november) with temp range of 35 to 95 degrees F. I suspect it is as good if not better oil and during the colder months would be...
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    Silicone Spray - least cost source

    I have been using Prestone Brand Silicone high visicosity spray in the yellow cans for years to keep marine engine compartments and other metal/rubber surfaces looking like new. Used to buy this in Wallmart or Meijers for 2-3 dollars for a approx 12/14 ounce spray can. No longer able to find it...
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    15W-40 HDEO in a Gasoline Engine

    Any comments on using a 15W-40 HDEO like Delo 400 in a V-6/V-8 gas hydraulic lifter pushrod passenger car/truck engines. We use the Delo in our diesel pickup and most of our air cooled lawn equipment from 3 to 23 HP. Normal temperature range is 95 to 20 degrees F.
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    Oil Temperature for Air Cooled Engine

    Any information on the oil temperature range for air cooled lawnmower engines at full load in 95 to 100 degree F outside air temperature. Thanks Wayne
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    Air Cooled Outdoor Power Equipment Engines Oil Consumption 10W30 versus 30W

    Question related to statement in engine owners manual for air cooled Kawasaki Outdoor Power Equipment Engines suggesting that you should expect increased oil consumption when using 10W-30 oil instead of straight 30 wt oil. Any thoughts on why this would happen. Would using Mobil One 10W-30 oil...
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    Gear case oil for 1973 Yamaha AT1 125 CC 2 Cycle Dual Sport

    I just purchased a 1973 Yamaha AT1 125cc 2 Cycle Dual Sport and would like to know what the recommended gear oil is for the gear case. Oil volumn is stamped 750 cc and for short term have filled with 20W-50 Exxon SL grade oil. I plan to clean/restore it over the winter. Any on line sites for old...
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    Oil Type and Visicosity - Air Cooled OHV Kawasaki 6.5 HP Single and 23 HP V Twin

    Help pick the best type oil and viscosity for my two air cooled vertical shaft OHV Kawasaki engines. Both engines use full pressure lubrication with an oil filter (AC Delco 1233 or Kawasaki 49065-2078). The first is a 6.5HP 179cc single on a 21 inch Toro commercial mower. The second is a 23HP...
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    Non-Detergent Non-Synthetic 20w and 30w Oil - What brands and Where to Purchase

    I have a two HP twin cylinder air compressor (25 year old Sears) and a 3200psi/4GPM AR Pressure washer Pump that I need to get 20W (air compressor) and 30W (pressure washer pump) non-detergent oil. My useage on both units is less than 10 hours per year so suspect non-synthetic oil would be...
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