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Car Talk › Re: Contact For Premium Batteries In Abuja by Piyke(op): 11:31am On May 08, 2023

FEGEITOK:
Oh thanks. Does this apply to LiFePO4 batteries as well?

I was specifically referring to LiFePO4 batteries.

Car Talk › Re: Contact For Premium Batteries In Abuja by Piyke(op): 9:32pm On May 07, 2023*

FEGEITOK:
Better make it F not E!

By the way there is another battery technology, lithium, lasts 10 years but I think you have to self import as no one has it for sale for cars in Nigeria and that is why I did not talk about it.

Heat is lithium's kryptonite. A few reviews I've seen won't let me put this in an engine bay. It's good for campers or RTVs as the source of power for utilities not powered by the engine.

Car Talk › Re: Key Cutting/programming - Toyota Camry by Piyke: 4:34am On May 06, 2023

brutustech:
Pls do you have phone number of anyone in Gudu that can help?

When you get to Oto shopping mall, Gudu. Enter the gate and immediately turn left to get to the rear of the shops to your left. Walk to the end, there's a key programming shop there.

Car Talk › Re: Our Petrol Really Has Serious Impurities by Piyke(op): 1:30pm On Apr 18, 2023

AutoMoTech:
this is really nice... well and video too. properly elaborates the results gotten.

Thanks!

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Car Talk › Re: Our Petrol Really Has Serious Impurities by Piyke(op): 1:21pm On Apr 18, 2023

9icetoo:
at the bolded.
I do long distance regularly. Just came back from a 450 mile round trip though not driven spiritedly. Now i am all about MPG not SPG.
Well, if i ever come to abuja, i will surely use that boroscope of yours to see whats going on in this engine of mine.
No performance issues at the moment but i can bet nigerian fuel has done a number on the pistons. How much is the liqui moly by the way?

I got it from a seller on Konga by the name mamtus. Sells for 4k something a can.

Car Talk › Re: Our Petrol Really Has Serious Impurities by Piyke(op): 1:37pm On Apr 17, 2023

9icetoo:
Cool stuff.
It's just sad it took more than 5 treatments and some spirited driving to get it done.

Where Lagos people wan see road drive spiritedly for 100 miles? .
In their dreams.

Oya, send your piston down make I send you my own. After 1900 miles, we swap again.

That your boroscope is cool man. Me likey.

Lol. Even in Abuja it's not as easy. I was doing those spirited stuff Saturday mornings. I leave at 6am. By 730 - 8am my preferred stretch would become clogged. At that point I shift to a different lonelier road to finish.
Come to Abuja and pull the head, then I can send you the pistons. Lol

On 5 treatments, I guess it's to do with the level of build up in the first place. Also I think if I were doing like a 500km trip, it wouldn't have taken 5 tanks.

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Car Talk › Re: Our Petrol Really Has Serious Impurities by Piyke(op): 1:30pm On Apr 17, 2023

aieromon:
Nice job.

Gumout vs Liqui Moly? Who won the battle?

Can't say it will make for a direct comparison since I used Liqui Moly in 5 fuel tanks. Gumout was 2. Though gumout says to use once in 3k miles or so. Personally, I'll be using LM till I find something better.

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Car Talk › Re: Our Petrol Really Has Serious Impurities by Piyke(op): 6:41pm On Apr 16, 2023

adubam:
OK

AutoMoTech:
any update so far chief?

Finally posted the Liqui Moly valve clean video. I'm impressed that this supposed valve cleaner also cleans pistons.
Took multiple treatments, but we'll worth it.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YWKIycwZtY0

cc'ing the usual suspects😇
9icetoo
aieromon
paix
Kirkman
olenyi
nnamokenna
sooperrescue

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Autos › Re: Milex & Carquest, 2nd Largest USA Parts & Repair NOW OPEN In Lekki Phase 2 by Piyke: 9:17pm On Mar 28, 2023

radautoworks:
Hey! Orders can be placed but liquidation is only on in stock inventory we are trying to move to make space

Only red line D6 ATF in stock

Noted. Looking forward to the arrival of new stock.

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Autos › Re: Milex & Carquest, 2nd Largest USA Parts & Repair NOW OPEN In Lekki Phase 2 by Piyke: 6:08pm On Mar 28, 2023

radautoworks:
Inventory liquidation sale! We're making room for new inventory!!

Vavoline Full syn CVT ATF N18k

Can we place order for some Hazmat stuff😀
I need some Redline S1 fuel system cleaner. Called the shop and it's not in stock.

Car Talk › Re: Lexus Smart Key Programming by Piyke: 2:15pm On Mar 26, 2023

henro4niger:
Please check your email my good sir

Done

Car Talk › You Could Win LED Lights For Your Car! by Piyke(op): 2:01pm On Mar 26, 2023*

Hi everyone!

I'm collaborating with AUXITO LED to do a giveaway of car LED lights on the channel. 2 lucky winners. Time to get some white light and ditch those yellow halogens

The video will premiere at 5pm today. All the details you need regarding how to qualify will be in the video. Ships worldwide so it could be your luck day wink

Modified: video now live entries till Friday! 😀

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WkwyCEBM-nc

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Car Talk › Re: Lexus Smart Key Programming by Piyke: 11:31am On Mar 25, 2023

henro4niger:
Nice, thanks I prefer comprehensive insurance instead. @Piyke can you help with the programming? Are you in abuja?

Hi. I'm in Abuja and can help. Buzz me on piyke(at)diyautoworksng(dot)com.

Car Talk › Re: Lexus Smart Key Programming by Piyke: 11:30am On Mar 25, 2023

ikdaddy01:
@Piyke see free program car.

Op Come to Gwarinpa let's instal a gps tracker.

Car Talk › Re: Finally Let Go Of My 2003 Accord! by Piyke(op): 4:02pm On Mar 18, 2023

kingreign:
He can never experience such!

I know him

Lol

fineboynl:
how do one avoid that please explain in details.

Beyond the ball joint issue, the real reason why a lot of Nigerians experience breakdowns is that they don't treat cars the way they've been designed to be treated. We buy cars with a plan to abuse them.
How often do planes crash? A major reason is that planes go through a strict preventive maintenance schedule. People don't want to spend money on this critical tool for movement which can determine their life or death.
There are very few faults in a car that can leave you stranded which don't come with warning signs or have a preventive maintenance schedule recommended at a certain mileage.
On the ball joint, you will hear sounds akin to a door with rusted hinges being forced open when you turn the steering. You will also have the popular ka-ka-ka-ka sound when you turn the steering if its the CV axle that is worn leg pull.
I had the former symptoms in 2015, replaced it with a cheap Chinese brand and immediately ordered the OEM from the US. Once fitted, the car remained solid till I sold it in 2022. Last time I tested the ball joint it still had no gap. Yea, it cost an arm and a leg, but I'd rather fix it that way and go to sleep.
Sorry for the long answer!

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Car Talk › Re: Our Petrol Really Has Serious Impurities by Piyke(op): 2:06pm On Mar 10, 2023

One other thing to keep in mind on sludge is that, a clogged PCV valve is a major contributor. I don't know that many Naija mechanics change this.
That said, more cars are sludge prone even when you've done everything you should. Still not sure why I've seen more sludge on Toyota in my little experience. My basic comparison is Toyota vs Honda. I don't run a shop, so my this observation may not stand to statistical reasoning.
People like Gazzuzz et al who have a large pool of cars they service would be in a better position to comment.

Car Talk › Re: Our Petrol Really Has Serious Impurities by Piyke(op): 1:47pm On Mar 10, 2023

AutoMoTech:
But the corolla in question here wasn't mentioned.

I agree. But the other car 9icetoo was referring to (my friend's car) is a 2002 Camry V6 which is on the list.

Car Talk › Re: Our Petrol Really Has Serious Impurities by Piyke(op): 8:39pm On Mar 09, 2023

9icetoo:
Now this is a cause for concern. One more question, did he buy these oils from reputable filling stations for eg in the case of Castrol, did he buy the oil from Eterna filling station or from the open market?
His OCI is very good. However, i need to ask two more questions on that, does he frequently drive short distances i.e less than 10km during each of the drives and has his cooling system been tropicalized (bypassed and thermostat removed)?

If he has been buying oils from the open market, then the sludge was inevitable. If he frequently drives short distances and has bypassed his cooling system, then the sludge was also inevitable.

Thermostat was removed, but read this https://www.consumerreports.org/cro/cars/car-parts-and-accessories/engine-sludge/index.htm certain years of Toyota were sludge prone and Toyota paid compensation.

Car Talk › Re: Our Petrol Really Has Serious Impurities by Piyke(op): 9:30am On Mar 09, 2023

9icetoo:
1. What brand of 5w30 was he using?
2. What was his oil change interval?
5k miles, 6 months, one year?

We need to explore the reasons for this sludge so others can learn from it.

1. Mostly used Coastal 5w-30 semi-synthetic motor oil. When not available used other brands like Castrol (same oil weight).
2. Stuck to 5000km (3107 miles) religiously, didn't go by number of months although he said he changed his oil a number of times in any given year.

Car Talk › Re: Our Petrol Really Has Serious Impurities by Piyke(op): 5:51pm On Mar 08, 2023

aieromon:
Maybe harm already done before vehicle was shipped to Nigeria?

Possibly.

Car Talk › Re: Our Petrol Really Has Serious Impurities by Piyke(op): 5:50pm On Mar 08, 2023

turnstoner:
Actually, if there is complete combustion there will be little or no carbon deposits, only gases (carbon dioxide and water vapour).

Yep.

Car Talk › Re: Our Petrol Really Has Serious Impurities by Piyke(op): 8:58am On Mar 08, 2023

AutoMoTech:
haha...
Does the diesel trick work? used it once on my former Nissan Altima... wasn't sure if it worked tho.
Also I still wonder why the 1ZZ and ZR engines are notorious for building up sludge so much. Seen so much of it, it feels crazy. I personally believe there is only how far this sludge removers can work. e get the kind sludge wey dem no fit comot. those ones that are thick like icing...

Still watching much content on sludge removal lol. Seems diesel works. I agree that that 1ZZ-FE engine seems more prone to sludge. A friend of mine who has always maintained a rigorous service schedule with 5w-30 is also facing sludge on his 2002 Camry. Generally, I've seen more sludge on Toyota than Honda cars.

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Car Talk › Re: Our Petrol Really Has Serious Impurities by Piyke(op): 9:44am On Mar 04, 2023

AutoMoTech:
alright then... patiently waiting.

in the mean time can we talk about engine flush and if the work?
will be nice to hear from others to learn from their experiences...

Dealing with sludge in a 1ZZ-FE engine presently. Done first flush, but some sludge still remaining. Planning a more aggressive flush. I used liqui moly engine flush initially however I didn't follow up with a 2nd drain and fill. I may use diesel as part of the 2nd attempt. Still researching and planning!

Car Talk › Re: Our Petrol Really Has Serious Impurities by Piyke(op): 10:58pm On Mar 01, 2023

AutoMoTech:
any update so far chief?

This one will take a bit longer. I estimate to have the video in about a month or so because of the method I'm using this time around.

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Car Talk › Re: Finally Let Go Of My 2003 Accord! by Piyke(op): 8:40am On Feb 24, 2023

kowalsky:
Boss please can I get your number?

Instagram chat @diyautoworksng

Car Talk › Re: Our Petrol Really Has Serious Impurities by Piyke(op): 4:14pm On Feb 22, 2023*

paix:
I believe this indicates the presence of SULFUR content in the fuel we use, since we can't refine ours.

I am of the same opinion. High levels of sulphur. That yellowish brown grey stuff angry

Car Talk › Re: Our Petrol Really Has Serious Impurities by Piyke(op): 11:09pm On Feb 21, 2023

adubam:
Can someone pour in the engine with old oil that one is about to change?
Or is it the one you mix with the petrol?

Product is recommended for the gas tank not crankcase.

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Car Talk › Re: Our Petrol Really Has Serious Impurities by Piyke(op): 12:47pm On Feb 20, 2023

Piyke:
Yes it did. I will do this again with Liqui Moly...

I have commenced my use of Liqui Moly as prior, with before and after footage of the combustion chamber.

Early findings suggest it may be more interesting than the Gumout!

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Car Talk › Re: Finally Let Go Of My 2003 Accord! by Piyke(op): 7:26pm On Feb 18, 2023*

kowalsky:
Chief. I follow your threads dutifully. How much did you get the 2017 accord?

I remember that one thread where you couldn't get a sound one in Abuja after searching and had to import.

Looking for one in Abuja currently. Any help will be appreciated.

I'm sure the cost I bought at will no longer be relevant e.g., dollar was 470 when I bought. Its now around 750. Plus I think customs have adjusted duty rates. That said, I recall correctly it was around 6.9 - 7 after fixing all repairs. But of course, cost is affected by mileage, degree of accident, level of duty paid etc. So don't be surprised if you see the same car going for between 7 - 12m
All the best!

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Car Talk › Re: Finally Let Go Of My 2003 Accord! by Piyke(op): 9:23am On Feb 15, 2023*

RuneKingThor:
I remember you and your DIY's. I'm looking up to you in that aspect. I just got a 2006 accord. What advice do you have?

Sorry, I must have missed this.

Keep up with oil changes, address check engine lights ASAP, make sure you have a good & trustworthy mechanic (if you're not into DIY). If a mechanic is the type that doesn't use a scanner, deletes thermostats etc, he should not be touching a modern day car.
Do preventive maintenance e.g., replacing air filter, spark plugs, coolant etc at the recommended intervals.
Recently, I was in a friend's car going somewhere and it stalled and wouldn't start. The engine was replaced 2 weeks prior for insane oil consumption. I went over to the engine bay for a quick inspection and the air filter was in shreds with gaping holes meaning that sand and debris was being sucked into the engine...certainly a contributor to the demise of the previous engine.

I think you get the point from the above. All the best and congrats!

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Car Talk › Re: I Disassembled An Airbag by Piyke(op): 10:17am On Feb 11, 2023

kingreign:
The chemicals usually reacts with the metals in the presence of atmospheric oxygen most times after an explosion and this causes that surface rust to build up (my thoughts though).

I was thinking of this too.

Car Talk › Re: I Disassembled An Airbag by Piyke(op): 12:10am On Feb 11, 2023

GAZZUZZ:
why not?

For an airbag to deploy, ignition must take place.

Just disclaimer for the untrained. Even though I wouldn't do so myself. Static electricity can deploy those rascals.
Some have even had airbags deploy while trying to change steering wheel emblems.

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