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So I've been adding "Opti-Lube" to every fuel-up. So hopefully I will never have problems with my injectors or pump.

TRUE ! Considering this was the first time in my life I ever bought a new vehicle I do believe I came out pretty good. Why in the world do we even need dealerships salesman for vehicles anyway ? Who thought that was a good idea ? Anyway since the seat "warmer/cooler" came in a package I'm not...

That's good to know, thanks ! So I don't need to stock pile some CP-3 pumps right ? It sounds like most problems are all programing issues. That and filling the cooling system. We had that issue with the new Hybrids on the 40 footer buses. They had the main radiator and the reservoir tank was...

So your telling me the sales staff lied to me about my seats cooling system ?!!??!?!?! Can't trust anyone anymore !!!! Actually that is a relief since I know what it takes to repair HVAC systems and I didn't want to attempt to repair that thing if it went bad. So my truck is a 2019 model with...

Is that a pump model ?

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I wasn't referring to you. There are plenty on this site who feel if the OEM manufacture didn't use them then they are not needed. They fail to realize times change as does fuels and oils . Sad to say, but your probably right about the new diesel engines life expectancy. The new ISL and ISC and...

It was designed by Bosch for the European market. Technically it is "suppose" to be able to run "ultra low sulpher" fuels, but the reality is it cannot. The clearances where too "tight" to meet US emission standards. Without a lubricant in the fuel (like sulpher) it basically would eat it self...

It's the CP4 pump that cannot handle "ultra low sulpher" fuels. The CP3 pump works fine on them. For all the people who like to bash those who use additives I would just like to say "Ignorance is bliss" . Having worked on diesel engines during the change over to "ultra low sulpher" fuels and...

Yes, I'm not to pleased about the DEF fluid and filter system either. The only problem with buying used is, if you don't know who owned the vehicle and how they took care of it you just gambling that this will be a good vehicle.

So your a locksmith now. I could have used your expertise a few days ago ! I needed a lock rekeyed (lost the keys) . It was one of those circular locks. Cost me $45.00 for two new keys. Your pretty close about the oil pressure. You need the pressure, but the flow is the most important part...

I never heard of this class action lawsuit ! I wonder how far back it goes ? My brothers 1 ton Silverado is a 2014 and his injectors and pump went out on him after 80,000 miles. I asked what brand of additive he was using and he said none. Then he said the dealership asked him if he used a good...

The dealership recommended "Stanadyne" but I've used "Opti-Lube XPD" for years now in all my other diesel engines with excellent rusults. So I've just stuck with the Opti-Lube. Yes my truck was a special order. Took six months to get it. It has the 6.6 DuraMax diesel along with the Allison six...

Oh, just to make things interesting. On my new truck the Chevy shop recommends I use a good fuel additive to help the injection pump and injectors .

So Valvoline straight 40W oil is the one then. Looks like they make it for NAPA too. I really don't like using a straight weight oil like that in a Diesel that see's a lot of climate change like we do up here. I'll stick with my Synthetic Rotello and some ZDDP additive for now.

So are you up on all the new little screaming Honda's running 0W20 oils ? Our new little CRV runs that oil and I'm wondering what the bearing clearances are like. How long have you been with the dealerships ? I could only handle it for one year then left. I found a good shop to park my tool box...

What oils have you found that use the CF-2 standard ? The only diesel rated oils I've found out here are Delo and Rotella.

I'm just asking so don't get your panties in a bunch, but you say "in your experience" . Are you a mechanic ? It's always good to find another mechanic here.

Great article ! This guy is saying what I've been saying for years now. Older engines need ZDDP additives because of government intervention due to vehicle emissions. Period. Since no oil company makes the proper oil for our military vehicle anymore you must add a good ZDDP additive. Those who...

Hey Frank, is that a "shaper" on the back of your deuce ? I've wanted one for years now. The things you can build with a shaper is just crazy !