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Scott, what brand was the aftermarket glass that had the distortion?
Yes, it could be, I'm just speculating.
My guess would be the problem isn't high operating temps, but the low tension rings allowing blow-by and degrading the oil, which causes deposits,...
Does the rocker panel mean the same thing as the door sill? That's what I put the level on.
Driving 100 mph for short periods shouldn't push the oil temps into the red zone, but driving the engine at high rpm for extended periods is a...
The Toyota oil filter was designed and tested to handle a 10k mile OCI. Owners have confirmed the filter media won't tear or fold during this...
No, it's not a good idea to run cooler than the designed operating temperature. If your engine runs cooler, it's less efficient, which lowers...
AGM batteries are sensitive to overcharging. Yes, Optima already knows about it, so their smart battery chargers have multiple AGM settings (as...
Yes, 42-48 months for a 12V battery has been my experience in a hot climate. According to the US map below, even that's optimistic:...
Thanks, Ray.
What is the typical interval for replacing the PCV valve?
Things must be moving slower in the US, since I received the first letter from Toyota only a few days ago. The first letter is an interim notice...
Jimi, sorry for the slow reply. The part was $124.91 and labor was $115.00.
Glad to hear I'm not the only one who has broken off their cruise control stalk. A week ago, I broke mine off inside the steering wheel by...
Even in Phoenix, running 0W-20 won't damage your engine. The 5W-30 won't damage your engine, either, but it will hurt the mileage. The operating...
Security film would help against the typical "smash and grab," but it won't stop a thief from using a Slim Jim to open the door. That doesn't...
Every time I take my car into the service department, it's returned with 2-3 bars. You know the dealer technicians and car jockeys are cranking...
For a minimalist look, I buy a Dynamat Xtreme License Plate Kit from the world of car audio. Stick the four neoprene foam strips on the back of...
CR94 and bisco, an excellent suggestion. The dealer tried to discourage me from getting the valve adjustment, not rip me off, so there is a good...
The master technician working on my car told the service advisor a valve adjustment on my Gen 3 would cost $1,200. When I asked why it was so...
