GearHead

The reason why your engine has survived this long without any issue is clearly there in your post itself. Why would you say that fully synthetic motor oils lead to engine sludge issues? Synthetic motor oils are more sludge resistant than their petroleum counterparts, resisting the effects of high temperature and oxidation. Further it has more cleaning agents than petrolium based oils. VW is another brand which is prone to engine sludge issues. However, owners report that using fully synthetic motor oil and changing them at the right time is the way to go. The reason why people in SL dont use fully synthetic motor oil is mainly bc of the price factor. Paying nearly 10K for a can of oil in SL....hmmm i dont need to continue, do I ..

also keep an eye on the red oil bulb in the dash. If you see it flashing once in a while when you are driving the car, then make sure that you dont drive the car anymore till you get the engine cleaned. This is a symptom of sludge buildup affecting the engine oil pressure, and this has been experienced by most of the people before an actual engine faliure. How much did toyota quote for the job? if you dont mind sharing

first version of the xbox 360 had many cooling issues. The current one seems to be alright. Apparently it has a smaller chip and better cooling than the first gen. if possible, when you are buying these consoles, get them with the extended warranty. 1st gen 360 that we had here only lasted for about 3 years before it started giving all sorts of video output issues. They managed to repair it once, but it didnt last very long. Anyway, since we had the 5 year extended warranty, they gave a new one for free. just wondering, any AL members play halo online? if so post your gametag

There's nothing wrong with the brand that you have bought, and i have used that specific brand for several years without any issues. The price seems to be alright, bc the last time i bought a battery for my car, which was around 1.5 years back, i think i paid somewhere around 7.5K for a 65 Amp one. Cant exactly remember the price that i paid for it, so lets wait a bit more till we get more comments. Any idea about the Amps of the one that you bought? bc that directly affects the price...

the funny thing was, when this kid was asked "how are you going to financially support the family", his answer/question was, in a very baby tone, "what is Financially?"

Most of the new service joints have these new machines and other stuff...Which area are you living in?You can get it done at Pitstop in borella. http://www.amwltd.com/pitstop/html/price_list.htm

For your carina right? unless you decided to swap the transmission in your Z to an auto...which is of course highly unlikely I suggest that you gt it done using an ATF exchanger. The only drawback is that it waste a bit of oil during the flushing process. But thats just a small price to pay when you think of the cost of a new gearbox..

Looks like i dont have to explain it after all machan...Mean green has given a good insider into how it works..

Yea noticed that one at the end of hulk. However, i hope that they wouldnt make it over complicated....

didnt notice that one till you mentioned it its right at the end after all the credits, isnt it? Funny how they do that..

very true, after all its all about money. Its funny how F&F went totally out of track with the 3rd one. And now they are back with the original actors and actresses.. In that sense transfomers is way better and its funny how the producers gave a little clue about the second movie at the end of the first one..hope you guys noticed those few seconds...

Use the new method as the old system would not flush out all the transmission fluid in your transmission. If you are unable to get you car serviced at a service with these facilities then use the conventional method, but make sure that you change it more often..say every 30000 km as opposed to 60000km.

i was actually thinking about the same thing when i saw the trailer... Thinking of the success and popularity, i would say that the chances are very high.

here another video of the movie..this is way better than the first one..hope you guys would enjoy *click*

It work alright on my PC as well..cool site..if you only get 7/8 in 'control your eyes' section then check if you have clicked on the small antena on the back of the roof...took me a bit of time to figure that out

http://www.topspeed.com/cars/chevrolet/200...pt-ar70401.html

stingray concept eh...nice

yup here's the youtube link

My deepest sympathies Miniace.

- Porsche panamera video

Porsche Carrera Cup Australia Cancelled TOUGH ECONOMIC TIMES TAKE THEIR TOLL 05/02/2009 Tough economic times take their toll Carrera Cup feels the financial pinch. Porsche Cars Australia (PCA) today announced the withdrawal of the Porsche Carrera Cup Australia Championship for 2009. The regrettable decision results from the inability of teams to commit fully to this season’s entire championship. Despite securing the best racing calendar and television package, full commitment from series sponsors and added incentives for teams in what was to be seventh Year of the country’s premier support category to the V8 Supercars, the harsh economic conditions has made it difficult for many existing and new competitors to secure funding to commit to the eight rounds of this year’s championship. “Every effort has been made by Porsche and the Category Managers QMedia Events to offer what would have been the best year of Carrera Cup racing,” says PCA managing director Michael Winkler. “However, to enter the season without a robust grid of cars is simply not viable for all the major stakeholders. “Motorsport is an integral part of Porsche’s activities in Australia so this decision is not taken lightly. “We have already spoken with the Confederation of Australian Motorsport (CAMS) as the governing body of Australian motorsport and will proactively work with them to ensure existing owners of 997 GT3 Cup Cars are given the opportunity to race in other categories.” CAMS CEO Graham Fountain has indicated his desire to achieve this outcome. Winkler praised the efforts of new Carrera Cup Category Managers, QMedia Events: “We could not have had a better partner going in to this season than QMedia. Glenn (Ridge) and Doug (Willersdorf-greene) have worked tirelessly and introduced benefits and incentives to secure the maximum number of competitors. “It is not through a lack of effort or innovation from both QMedia and PCA that we have found ourselves in this situation. “To have started the season with fingers crossed hoping that the grid size would somehow grow would have been unfair and unprofessional towards the teams, sponsors, circuit promoters, the sport’s administrators and the motor racing public.” PCA and QMedia Events stated earlier in the week that both parties were committed to the 2009 season, however a failure to secure sufficient entries left no choice but to cease the championship. “This result is bitterly disappointing for all concerned, especially for the teams that had committed to 2009,” said Ridge. “We wish all teams the best of luck with their endeavours in other series.” Porsche Carrera Cup Australia has been a landmark category since its inception in 2003. The one-make series of thoroughbred Porsche 911 race cars has provided fierce racing and been the stepping stone to successful careers for drivers such as Alex Davison, Craig Baird, David Reynolds and Jonathan Webb; while also providing an arena for privateers to enjoy cut-and-thrust racing on a national stage. http://www.cupcar.com.au/news/index.cfm?fu...ct_id=0&i=1

Mitsubishi Pulling Out Of Rally Racing http://jalopnik.com/5146072/mitsubishi-pul...of-rally-racing

yup this is the wheel that i had in mind when i said kenzo racing... hope velo is not pissed

ROTFL ..now thats a good one

after reading some of the articles on the net....