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  1. Skidawg

    Which motor oil to use?

    It's been said that Ford went to the 5W-20 recomendation for help in meeting the CAFE standards for fleet averages. So, yes, I use it. So do a good percentage of owners when it's recomended.
  2. Skidawg

    My chronological order of automobiles.

    In order of purchase: 1982 Ford EXP 1979 Dodge Omni 024 1984 Ford EXP 1986 Pontiac Grand AM 1995 Ford Probe GT 2002 Ford Mustang GT 1988 Oldmobile Ciera 1994 Honda Prelude Si
  3. Skidawg

    Biggest piece of crap vehicle you have ever owned

    I was young, just wrecked a car, and had no money. I bought a 1979 Dodge Omni 024. Biggest P.O.S. ever. I kept trying to save up for another car, but that one kept dying on me. I even put a new $500 transmission into the <$500 car. Dumb. Two weeks later, it completely died. Dumber.
  4. Skidawg

    Which motor oil to use?

    Since you've just bought the car and it's at that mileage, I'd suggest running an Auto-Rx cycle in it to clean some of the possible junk out. After that, you're probably good with Penzoil Platinum, Mobil1, or a "boutique" oil (like Amsoil) for synthetics. Motorcraft is a great synthetic...
  5. Skidawg

    Just got 4.10's installed

    Wow. I wish the Ford dealers around me charged that. I had one of them quote "over $600" and another quote around $550. One reason it hasn't been done yet...
  6. Skidawg

    Tire Size with 18X9 Rims

    A tire size calculator is here: http://www.miata.net/garage/tirecalc.html I got 265/35's when I went to 18's. The difference was 1.5%, so no calibration was needed (IMO).
  7. Skidawg

    Ebay Seller moore9911, Store O E Wheels, Beware

    I had an order with them a month ago. They told me the rims would take 2 weeks. They showed up in one week exactly. The pony center caps were a very tight fit, but everything else was great. They've got a pretty good record for selling on eBay. I'm guessing your experience is about 1 in...
  8. Skidawg

    What Kind Of Synthetic Oil Does Everybody Use?

    Amsoil 5W-20. Was using M1 for a few years and liked it. Just wanted to try Amsoil this year.
  9. Skidawg

    Engine Block Heater

    It says in the owner's manual where the block heater is standard equipment. I think it Canada and all of the northern fringe of states, like Montana over to Wisconsin, Michigan and some of the New England states. Mine came with one, but it's never been used. As soon as there's salt on the...
  10. Skidawg

    Lug Bolt Strippage

    When swapping the old rims out for the new ones, I noticed that one of the lug bolts on the front driver's side was stripped. When I put the new rim on, I can't get a nut to go onto that bolt. So as of right now, there's only 4 of the 5 on. How do I go about replacing it? May be a...
  11. Skidawg

    got a ticket for "modified exhaust"

    Yes, we've learned on this site that modifying your exhaust from how it came from the factory can get you a ticket. This is how Harley's get away with the 100db exhausts. The fact that I haven't heard of any ricers getting pulled over for the fart can bumblebee exhausts is a bit...
  12. Skidawg

    What oil weight?

    As long as you're using good quality oils and have had no issues, I don't see any reason why you should change weights. You can, but it's not going to make much difference...
  13. Skidawg

    Mobil 1

    The M1EP is a good oil. You could easily make >8k OCI's on it. I'd say try a run out and see what you think of it.
  14. Skidawg

    Mobil 1 5w-20 Extended Performance

    A lot of the UOA's coming in on M1EP show that 8k-10k is probably the limit you'd want to go on this oil. Make sure to get a great filter or two for going that long.
  15. Skidawg

    i think i'm gonna buy this car on monday :)

    Wow. 2,100 miles. Nice find. Definately buy this car. And for cryin' out loud - DRIVE IT!!!!
  16. Skidawg

    ? for those with K&N filters

    I kept the old paper filter so that when I clean the K&N, I can let it sit for a couple of days to dry out. I clean the K&N every 2 years, or 15k miles, whichever comes first (usually the 2 years). Never had any issues.
  17. Skidawg

    Oil ???

    No, you can switch back and forth any time you want.
  18. Skidawg

    General Oil Thread

    what oil do some of you guys run? This year I'm running Amsoil XL 5W-20. I only change the oil once a year because I only put 5-6k on the car. I was running Mobil1 5W-30 but since it's reformulation, it's not worth the premium price (to me) any more. What brand filter? Amsoil EAO...
  19. Skidawg

    Goodbye to by Goodyears

    Mine are still on the car at 46k. They're getting thinner on the tread, but are still driveable. My car does not see rain, so I don't have to worry about any wet traction. I'm planning on upgrading the rims and a new set of tires this year, but for now the Gatorbacks are still in service.
  20. Skidawg

    questions mach 1000 audio system

    If you only have half of a Mach 1000 system, it's not worth saving.
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