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Car Talk / Re: Adverse effects of adding too much engine oil to a car by shootsight(m): 10:03am On Sep 14, 2013
jum33: Hello,
Local mechanics are fond of overfilling your engine with more than recommended engine oil .What is the adverse effect of this practice.
op pls edit the title of your post,, in order †̥σ get the much needed viewership. Ɛ.g. ''what αяє the adverse effects of adding too much engine oil †̥σ a car''
Car Talk / Re: Adverse effects of adding too much engine oil to a car by shootsight(m): 9:58am On Sep 14, 2013
car-doctor:


The level of damage depends on the amount of overfill. Consequences are identified by a smoky engine with lots of smoke from the exhaust.
Damaged oil seals.
Oil spillage over the engine and compartment.
Bent connecting rods or broken rods that would end up smashing the engine block.

Car-doctor.
car doctor I was of the opinion ∂@t excess oil would be burnt off over time, How come bent connecting rods ?
Car Talk / Re: Adverse effects of adding too much engine oil to a car by shootsight(m): 8:40am On Sep 14, 2013
Auto gurus ur attention is needed here pls.... Oga ikenna, sienna, trac, nisparts ,car doctor and co ...
Politics / Re: Abuja Young Ladies Now Turn Drivers, Power-bikers, Ushers And Bouncers (Photos) by shootsight(m): 8:53pm On Sep 13, 2013
Τђε lady on a powerbike looks coool ... However I'∂ never let ∂ one in ∂ 3rd picture chauffeur mε anywhere,not after paying good money. ℓ☺ℓ. All in all Its a good development, @ least beTtEr than love vendoring their body. Please try supply us with pictures of the lady bouncers. MODS front page pls!!!

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Car Talk / Re: Sachi Motorsport Audi A8 D3 4.2 Quattro Sport, Family Cruiser, V8 Content! by shootsight(m): 1:42pm On Sep 13, 2013
Oga Wђã† car make and model αяє u picking up ?? And also y ∂ stress on an aluminium body shell..[b][/b]
Car Talk / Re: Infiniti FX35 Vs Toyota 4runner For A Lagos-Enugu Trip? by shootsight(m): 9:50am On Sep 13, 2013
Ikhuoria: so i drove from lagos to abakaliki, via onitsha and enugu,on the 30th of august.I guarantee you,the best way to endure the journey to enugu is to drive an infinity to onitsha and den a four runner from onitsha to enugu..
ℓ☺ℓ ... In this case we can't eat our cake and have it .. So what's ur choice bro
Car Talk / Re: Infiniti FX35 Vs Toyota 4runner For A Lagos-Enugu Trip? by shootsight(m): 9:01pm On Sep 12, 2013
SailorXY:
I can bet my asss you won't be that confident when you face an annoying rugged terrain sitting behind the wheels of your FX-35 cheesy you fit just come down trek cross am grin grin grin
if normal low slung 2wd sedans navigate thru Τђε bad portions of d eastbound highway then the fx35 should hav no worries ... Come on guys we're not talking about bucket sized craters here .. Just a few bad spots here and there. Besides they're been fixed... @ least as at last month I travelled
Car Talk / Re: Infiniti FX35 Vs Toyota 4runner For A Lagos-Enugu Trip? by shootsight(m): 8:29pm On Sep 12, 2013
SailorXY:
I know the road, good improvement there but is it still that safe? With such width, you can't refer to it as a race track & we all know port holes have a funny way of appearing on a very smooth Naija road overnight! The same road you used a month ago may be just as smooth but you can notice one funny 'developed' port hole lurking somewhere on your return. Besides, I think speed is over exaggerated. Traveling in your FX averaging 180km/hr & another man doing 140km/hr on a 4Runner destined for the same stop, don't be surprised your arrival time differential may be just a mere 5-10 mins cuz of many dynamics like pit stops, refreshments, weaving through traffic within cities, etc
I agree With u on most of ur points , but the big question remains 'will u have trust in ur 4runner †̥σ Avoid a pothole @ highway speeds ? Without landing in ∂ bush that is ... ℓ☺ℓ
Car Talk / Re: Infiniti FX35 Vs Toyota 4runner For A Lagos-Enugu Trip? by shootsight(m): 7:57pm On Sep 12, 2013
KA24DETT: They are not in the same class. FX35 is luxury SUV.
If you guys are comparing cars, try to compare the same class. FX 35 VS BMW X3 . Toyota 4 runner is in the same class as Nissan Pathfinder.

FX 35 is in another league.. Whats up with nigerians and toyota. In every conversation, toyota wins. Herd mentality is shocking
we know they αяє not in ∂ same category but if u were stuck with both for a 6hour trip which would u pick ?
Car Talk / Re: Infiniti FX35 Vs Toyota 4runner For A Lagos-Enugu Trip? by shootsight(m): 7:39pm On Sep 12, 2013
SailorXY: A Toyota 4Runner all day!
Those talking about comfort, as long as the shocks on the Runner is sound, you'll notice no ills whatsoever. Infiniti only edges it on their seat construction... Its very very soft but that's about it for me. They are more or less just as fast, its not like you'll get the smooth stretch of tar to move up to 180km/hr anyway undecided
Get th 4Runner, far more durable & economical... Thank meToyota later grin
oga I have travelled twice dis year .. Τђε Benin and asaba ends of the road are almost racetrack smooth... @ som points its a straight stretch of 3 or 4miles. one could get up †̥σ 180km/hr surely ... For those ∂@t can handle ∂@t speed sha

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Car Talk / Re: Infiniti FX35 Vs Toyota 4runner For A Lagos-Enugu Trip? by shootsight(m): 7:28pm On Sep 12, 2013
moshino:

They're equally good choice SUVs, but PLEASE, they're NOT RACECARS/FORMULAR1 cars! In terms of versatility, longevity and durability, given Nigerian road and driving conditions, Toyota 4Runner edges ahead. In terms of luxury/bells and whistles, FX has the edge. But again, they're NOT RACECARS.
I never said they were race cars or being bought for that purpose.. I simply meant that my colleague is a speed freak and would want an SUV that will take him there safely while satisfying his desire †̥σ floor Τђε gas pedal
Car Talk / Re: Infiniti FX35 Vs Toyota 4runner For A Lagos-Enugu Trip? by shootsight(m): 7:27pm On Sep 12, 2013
9icetoo: i have been opportuned to drive the two cars being discussed fairly regularly.
Economy: 4runner 1, fx35 0
Handling: 4 runner 0, fx35 1
comfort: 4 runner 1, fx 35 0
power: 4 runner 0, fx 35 1
Off road: 4 runner 1, fx 35 0
The steering feel of the fx 35 is a bit too stiif for longdistance driving. you are going to have sore shoulders at the end of such a long trip with the fx 35 though you will get to your destination a lot quicker. Having said that, you will equally need to stop over at a gas station to fill up and spend a lot more on fuel than a 4 runner. In all, it depends on what u want out of the journey though. If u want to tear down the road at exciting speeds, go four the fx 35; if u want to cruise in comfort and save a few pennies on fuel go for the 4 runner. just my 2 cents.
I think I'∂ rather spend more @ the pump for an enhanced ride quality in an Fx35.. I don't think the 4ruNner will hold its own if one is †̥σ swerve suddenly †̥σ avoid a collision @ highway speeds.. Besides the rollover rating for ∂ 4runner is quite poor.
Car Talk / Re: Infiniti FX35 Vs Toyota 4runner For A Lagos-Enugu Trip? by shootsight(m): 7:16pm On Sep 12, 2013
Jarus: What model? I use 4runner 2005 and it's doing fine. Does Lagos-Kwara trip without hiccups.
we're comparing the 04 model of both vehicles
Car Talk / Re: Infiniti FX35 Vs Toyota 4runner For A Lagos-Enugu Trip? by shootsight(m): 10:09pm On Sep 11, 2013
With such a precise steering in the fx35 isn't it natural u would feel every change in ∂ road surface Remember we're looking @ ride comfort as well. it might b tolerable for a while but 6hrs+ down ∂ highway we could hav a situation on our hands don't u think ?

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Car Talk / Re: Infiniti FX35 Vs Toyota 4runner For A Lagos-Enugu Trip? by shootsight(m): 8:33pm On Sep 11, 2013
lomomike:


4. Speed ?? U dnt mention the specific engine type for toyota 4runner. But I still believe infiniti wins. Cos I've raced against a 2004 toyota 4runner V8 and I was faster with my QX4 V63.5 which is same engine the infiniti uses. Plus the FX35 is touted as a sports biased SUV.
bro u mean u saw off a 4.7litre V8 4runner ? Hmmm,, Dats something o. BAck †̥σ ∂ issue though,, I hav driven Τђε v6 4runner @ highway speeds and it handled pretty fine . I however A̶̲̥̅♏ yet †̥σ test drive the fx35 though I heard its ride is heavy on ∂ arms .. Surely a trip down †̥σ enugu would lead 2 very sore arms
Car Talk / Infiniti FX35 Vs Toyota 4runner For A Lagos-Enugu Trip? by shootsight(m): 7:11pm On Sep 11, 2013
Hello car gurus, A colleague of mine will be purchasing any of Τђε afore-mentioned vehicles anytime soon and intends travelling with it this xmass... Which of them would b relatively safer and comfortable. My friend considers himself a formular hopeful, so which ride will take the punishment without landing him in the bush .. ℓ☺ℓ . Over †̥σ u guys!
TV/Movies / Re: Nigerian TV Stations With The Most Good-looking Anchors by shootsight(m): 11:43am On Sep 09, 2013
spongeback: NTA, Jennifer uloma igwe undecided
TV/Movies / Re: Nigerian TV Stations With The Most Good-looking Anchors by shootsight(m): 11:41am On Sep 09, 2013
spongeback: NTA, Jennifer uloma igwe undecided
that's an isolated case, Channels TV wins hands down any day, ait comes 2nd and Stv a distaNt 3rd
Car Talk / Re: Nigerians With Automatics & The Problems by shootsight(m): 12:42am On Sep 09, 2013
ZIM DRILL:

so the question is, are auto parts dealers selling sub standard items? and are people not learning fro other people's mistake eg one ATF is sub standard and motorist pass on the infor to one another until the manufacturer sees that people nolonger by the product
well, there αяє fake parts out there but one thing is dat these parts sellers will ask u which particular one/grade u want.. If u go †̥σ ladipo auto parts market. U'll see ∂ same type of compressor, with price differences,, say 6k,, 8k,, 12k. Obviously ∂ last one is grade A. so depends on ones pocket . Also , people don't carry out research about their vehicles.. That is why wrong type of atf is used in servicing d transmission hence it starts acting up after a while.
Car Talk / Re: Nigerians With Automatics & The Problems by shootsight(m): 12:33am On Sep 09, 2013
Even with the notoriously problematic transmissions of some vehicle year models ,, regular and correct maintenance with d recommended type of Atf will get u by and ensure one gets near optimal performance. I sometimes see some ''mechanics'' adding engine oil †̥σ automatic transmissions especially ∂ '98 camry.. Beats mε.
Romance / Re: Nigerian Ladies Worry Over Scarcity Of Men by shootsight(m): 9:31pm On Sep 07, 2013
lertee:
It is easier said than done,when a girl goes to a guy and asks him out,the same guy would broadcast it to the whole world that the lady is cheap,she threw herself at me.
He would begin to give her attitude and make her want him more thereby making her seem desperate.
On another note,the guy may admire her physique but has no feelings for her,he will now pretend and and take advantage of her body,afterall naa she bring herself so make I chop clean mouth. If a woman thinks of these two things,wouldn't it be best for her to keep her feelings to herself?
I guess its complicated №ω . lolzzz
Car Talk / Re: Why Don't We See Front Wheel V8 Cars With Transversely Mounted Engines? by shootsight(m): 6:37pm On Sep 06, 2013
Siena: There are quite a few transversely-mounted V8 engines with FWD, the Cadillac Northstar being a prime example in some Cadillac, Buick etc. It's got nothing to do with handling the torque, it's not commonly used due to space constraints, and the weight of the engine / transaxle being ahead of the axle centreline.
oga siena with all ∂@t power going to the front wheels wouldn't there be Torque steer concerns perhaps ??
Car Talk / Why Don't We See Front Wheel V8 Cars With Transversely Mounted Engines? by shootsight(m): 11:29am On Sep 05, 2013
I was just wondering why we don't get †̥σ see V8 powered cars with transversely mounted powertrain... I've noticed most v8 cars are awd or have ∂ engines mounted longitudinally delivering powered †̥σ Τђε rear wheels. Some too are mid engined delivering power either to the front wheels or all four whEels. Why not a front wheel drive with Τђε same layout as would a Honda EOD or Toyota camry ?
Car Talk / Re: At What Mileage Would A Car Stop Moving? by shootsight(m): 11:14pm On Aug 19, 2013
solidbroda: Iv seen a bus with 3million mileage on it.
ℓ☺ℓ ... 3million or 300k?? Highest I've seen though is 399k miles ... A Toyota hiace by one of these transport coys
Technology Market / Re: Pre-order your Technologies From USA and Canada Few days deliv by shootsight(m): 9:51pm On Aug 19, 2013
Fhemmmy:

Thannks, we will check and get back to you, looking forward to doing business with you soon
still waiting for ur reply sir
Technology Market / Re: Pre-order your Technologies From USA and Canada Few days deliv by shootsight(m): 8:56pm On Aug 17, 2013
U have mail sir ... Hpcompaq notebook
Phones / Re: MTN Blackberry Internet Service Down!!! by shootsight(m): 2:15am On Aug 17, 2013
oladunwo: At exactly 1:47 am on aug 17, the network is being restore in abeoukuta, ogun state, how about your area, what time?
true ,,, mine just came on coupla mins ago
Autos / Re: Free VIN Check FOR CARS FROM USA ,CANADA by shootsight(m): 7:03pm On Aug 03, 2013
Boss do help out with this VIN. 2FMZA50461BB85588
Car Talk / Re: Getting A Driver's Licence In Nigeria by shootsight(m): 8:34pm On Jul 31, 2013
If u reside in Lagos ... I can be of assistance in obtaining ∂ new drivers license in 3weeks Max .. Am not charging a penny
Car Talk / Re: Questions To Ask Before Buying A Used-Car In Nigeria? by shootsight(m): 9:10am On Jul 30, 2013
Siena:

What make and model of car do you own? And what engine size and model year?
it's a ford windstar, 01 model ... 3.8litre V6 sohc engine. Please also spare som time †̥σ look into this earlier thread about ∂ same vehicle. www.nairaland.com/1365975/ford-windstar-steering-pulls-
Car Talk / Re: Questions To Ask Before Buying A Used-Car In Nigeria? by shootsight(m): 8:35pm On Jul 29, 2013
Siena:

Sounds like you're getting stitched up.

A car requires a major service every 12,000 miles or 12 months, whichever occurs first, with an inspection service inbetween, so every 6,000 miles or 6 months, whichever occurs first.

Changing your oil 4 times per annum is akin to putting your hard-earned money into a furnace, and watching it burn.
bo$$ how exactly do u mean please ? Because I have M̶̲̥̅Ɣ car's engine oil changed every 4 months.

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