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Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by Nobody: 5:00pm On Oct 26, 2019
donshegzy:
Hello brother. If you find a reputable mechanic, please let me know. I’ll update you if I find one before you also.


okay boss, I promise. Still searching though. Car troubles could be frustrating at times. What’s the issue with yours ?
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by ceelog(m): 6:31pm On Oct 26, 2019
radautoworks:


I said semi synthetic not Mobil
Still the same thing
Mobil 2000 is semi synthetic, therefore its also garbage abi?

Its selling here so much that I would like to educate them if its really garbage
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by donshegzy: 7:20pm On Oct 26, 2019
radautoworks:


For YOUR car, NO.

Thank you. I’ll switch to this upon next service. Also, can I make the switch straight?
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by donshegzy: 7:22pm On Oct 26, 2019
Evans211:


okay boss, I promise. Still searching though. Car troubles could be frustrating at times. What’s the issue with yours ?

Strange noises around the passenger side. Sounds like metals hitting another.
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by donshegzy: 7:22pm On Oct 26, 2019
GAZZUZZ:


215/55 or 60/17

https:///2348033910382
Available

Thank you. I’ve reached out to the contact. God bless you.
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by radautoworks: 7:59pm On Oct 26, 2019
ceelog:

Still the same thing
Mobil 2000 is semi synthetic, therefore its also garbage abi?

Its selling here so much that I would like to educate them if its really garbage

Let me clarify. It's either conventional or synthetic. Blend is a scam and not worth the price difference.

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Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by ceelog(m): 8:30pm On Oct 26, 2019
radautoworks:


Let me clarify. It's either conventional or synthetic. Blend is a scam and not worth the price difference.
Now I get your point.

XHP is 4300
Mobil 1 5w30 is 16k
But Mobil 2000 semi synthetic is 5k

Price difference is not really different from XHp. That's y many are going for it.
But I agree that blends are not fully transparent on content.
But some articles say they are better than mineral oils.
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by GAZZUZZ(m): 9:00pm On Oct 26, 2019
ceelog:

Now I get your point.

XHP is 4300
Mobil 1 5w30 is 16k
But Mobil 2000 semi synthetic is 5k

Price difference is not really different from XHp. That's y many are going for it.
But I agree that blends are not fully transparent on content.
But some articles say they are better than mineral oils.

Look at it this way, you have ₦700 worth of synthetic oil in the gallon.

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Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by sacramento1212: 9:32pm On Oct 26, 2019
radautoworks:


Let me clarify. It's either conventional or synthetic. Blend is a scam and not worth the price difference.

What's the price of your Liqui moly 5w30?

And what other brand of 5w30 is available and price?
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by dru23(m): 9:33pm On Oct 26, 2019
donshegzy:
Hello house,

I have a 2010 Camry SE v4. My mechanic uses the Total Quartz 5000 SL (20W-50) oil. Is it a good oil?

Also, I currently use a 225/50R17 tire and I’m looking to change it to a bigger size so the vehicle doesn’t appear too low (I don’t want to raise it as suggested by mechanic). Please recommend tire sizes or should I stick to this one?Thank you.

My brother that oil 20w50 is a death sentence for your engine.. Depending how long you been using the oil and how frequently you change the oil .. I will honestly tell you it is not worth it to change to manufacture reccomdation. I tell people to read and read owners manual at all times. Better yet read the oil cap of the engine. Below is the owners manual directly from Toyota .. This you can download on line.. Whatever be the case good luck bro.
The correct oil is 0w20 and if 0w20 is not available you can use 5w20 until the next oil change and than switch back to 0w20. I sell these oils and filter all from the USA .. I got a request for Toyota oil filter and I might have left over around November... but have a good mechanic look at the engine . So to determine if the 20w50 has caused any damage to your car. . But to find good mechanic is anothet struggle on its own..

Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by radautoworks: 9:47pm On Oct 26, 2019
sacramento1212:


What's the price of your Liqui moly 5w30?

And what other brand of 5w30 is available and price?

In stock here just liqui moly and Carquest. We carry almost all brands but it's not cost effective to bring them all in if there is no demand.

http://weblink.carquest.com/acl/?mfgName=LUB&partNumber=2011 N27,267

http://weblink.carquest.com/acl/?mfgName=LUB&partNumber=2039 N20,570

http://weblink.carquest.com/acl/?mfgName=CQO&partNumber=CQ930-5QT N16,728 currently out of stock

http://weblink.carquest.com/acl/?mfgName=LUB&partNumber=CQ930-6GLBNB Oil-tober promo N50k

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Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by Nobody: 1:55am On Oct 27, 2019
donshegzy:


Strange noises around the passenger side. Sounds like metals hitting another.

I’m my opinion, this could be minor; my shock absorber might be weak. Used to have similar sound but it’s the shock absorber too that was bent, hence had to replace. Will keep you posted.
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by Hgold(m): 7:29am On Oct 27, 2019
onomee11:
How often should one service a car

Engine oil maintenance; after every 5000 km or 3000 miles.
Transmission oil maintenance; after 150,000 km or 80,000 miles.
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by GAZZUZZ(m): 7:56am On Oct 27, 2019
Hgold:


Engine oil maintenance; after every 5000 km or 3000 miles.
Transmission oil maintenance; after 150,000 km or 80,000 50,000 miles.

from what I see these days 30,000 is safer.

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Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by id4sho(m): 8:30am On Oct 27, 2019
GAZZUZZ:


The jiggle valve may be set within 10° to either side of vertical position.

TESTIMONY TIME
I installed the thermostat back, temp gauge is half way. my RPM has reduced from 1500- 800 which I guess it's OK once engine warms up.
I've driven vehicle for at least 30mins to rule out over heating. My fuel consumption has improved
Am experiencing hard starting after installing thermostat , I haven't also added coolant yet.
Thanks in anticipation bro.
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by GAZZUZZ(m): 8:38am On Oct 27, 2019
id4sho:

TESTIMONY TIME
I installed the thermostat back, temp gauge is half way. my RPM has reduced from 1500- 800 which I guess it's OK once engine warms up.
I've driven vehicle for at least 30mins to rule out over heating. My fuel consumption has improved
Am experiencing hard starting after installing thermostat , I haven't also added coolant yet.
Thanks in anticipation bro.

Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by jarkbauer: 9:13am On Oct 27, 2019
GAZZUZZ thank you very much. one of your advice here just saved my camry . I really appreciate you. No more beef and envy, now its nothing but love love and more love. May your enemies cast like deceptive car sale exposed by cosplay.
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by dannybrasky(m): 9:22am On Oct 27, 2019
jarkbauer:
GAZZUZZ thank you very much. one of your advice here just saved my camry . I really appreciate you. No more beef and envy, now its nothing but love love and more love. May your enemies cast like deceptive car sale exposed by cosplay.

Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by GAZZUZZ(m): 10:08am On Oct 27, 2019
jarkbauer:
GAZZUZZ thank you very much. one of your advice here just saved my camry . I really appreciate you. No more beef and envy, now its nothing but love love and more love. May your enemies cast like deceptive car sale exposed by cosplay.

Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by Sewasaunt(f): 11:53am On Oct 28, 2019
Please I need your help guys, biko.

Please who can recommend a good mechanic around xxxxxxx

Modified to remove the address

Thanks
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by nonhuman(m): 1:43pm On Oct 28, 2019
Dear Gurus in the house I usually experience grinding noice from my tires while in motion but when I wheel to the left the noise stops what I have changed bearings about just a week ago

Secondly when I have driven for like 30min I start experiencing loss of power when I accelete as usual the car won't pick up immidiately until I press pedal down,

No light is permanently on my dashboard but my fuel economy is bad
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by aje33: 6:14pm On Oct 28, 2019
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Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by aje33: 6:16pm On Oct 28, 2019
That's how all 1989 Passat do, It was corrected in 1990. (Drops Gazzuzz's pen)

nonhuman:
Dear Gurus in the house I usually experience grinding noice from my tires while in motion but when I wheel to the left the noise stops what I have changed bearings about just a week ago

Secondly when I have driven for like 30min I start experiencing loss of power when I accelete as usual the car won't pick up immidiately until I press pedal down,

No light is permanently on my dashboard but my fuel economy is bad
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by Stormyweather(m): 6:47pm On Oct 28, 2019
My highlander did 230 miles on a full Tank, is that okay or its high? V4 05. Car was scanned and no error code found.
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by mumayo: 7:09am On Oct 29, 2019
Good morning all,
please I'm about to purchase a new battery for my car.
is there a tested and trusted brand you'll advise?

also, what should I be on the lookout for

and how do I confirm I'm not been sold a fake or used battery. thank you.
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by GAZZUZZ(m): 7:50am On Oct 29, 2019
Stormyweather:
My highlander did 230 miles on a full Tank, is that okay or its high? V4 05. Car was scanned and no error code found.

considering you didn't finish it to the last drop, i will say it's very good. 384km on a full tank city driving i presume.

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Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by GAZZUZZ(m): 7:51am On Oct 29, 2019
aje33:
That's how all 1989 Passat do, It was corrected in 1990. (Drops Gazzuzz's pen)

Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by Stormyweather(m): 7:58am On Oct 29, 2019
GAZZUZZ:


considering you didn't finish it to the last drop, i will say it's very good. 384km on a full tank city driving i presume.



City driving with deadly traffic join sef. When the small amber indicator came on, I just did like extra 10 miles and went to buy fuel cos I can't shout.
Thanks boss.
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by gameboy55: 6:30pm On Oct 29, 2019
Hello, car gurus in the hux.. abeg dis my case serious


Honda accord 2011 4 plugs, car gerks wen idle,


scanned it nd gets CYLINDER ONE MISFIRE


changed plug, injector, coil, even changed brain box


checked and done rewiring still CYLINDER ONE MISFIRE


atimes it stopped, but after a short time the evil spirit will possess it nd the problem continues


please what can be the possible solution to the problem? because like dis Local man don try mechanics nd rewire tire, all re confused on what to check next.
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by Adedward(m): 3:26am On Oct 30, 2019
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Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by mumayo: 3:58am On Oct 30, 2019
mumayo:
Good morning all,
please I'm about to purchase a new battery for my car.
is there a tested and trusted brand you'll advise?

also, what should I be on the lookout for

and how do I confirm I'm not been sold a fake or used battery. thank you.

please suggestions are still very much welcomed
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by donteddy(m): 5:50am On Oct 30, 2019
Good morning house. I just bought a tokunbo engine for my Honda 2007. The engine came with engine oil inside that look clean and new. After mounting the engine mechanic advised me to drive d car for at least one week before changing the oil while someone else advised me to drain the oil and put new one immediately. Which should I follow plz.

Cc Gazzuzz

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