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Looks like a tool for removing silicone from surrounds, bathtubs, etc... Sent from my SM-N950U using Tapatalk

From my experience of dealing with the aftermath of dealer technicians, diesels are a complete foreign concept to them. They tend to do more damage than good. Factory trained only means so much. You can factory train a monkey and it will do is best the engine with a wrench, it's still factory trained. Sent from my SM-G950U using Tapatalk

My arts and crafts time. Sometimes it's nice to get out of the shop and do something creative, and productive. Sent from my SM-G950U using Tapatalk

I have heard of Moly but haven't seen or heard of any long term results/effects as it is really new. Anyone have insight on Moly? Sent from my SM-G950U using Tapatalk

Welcome to the forums. We all come from diverse and unique backgrounds. I, like you, am a diesel/automotive tech and love tools. Sent from my SM-G950U using Tapatalk

If you have the 1.8L engine, the oil is 5W-20. The 2.0L uses 5w-30. Letting the engine warm up is a thing of the past on modern vehicles. Fuel injection and oils eliminated the need to let the engine warm up to temperature as vacuum and a choke is no longer applicable. As far as cold temperatures, if it is below 0 degrees, the owners manual will tell you which viscosity of oil to use. Otherwise, just start your vehicle, let it idle for 30 seconds, then on your way. Sent from my SM-G950U using Tapatalk

That is a loaded question. It all depends on the engine. If you can let me know the year, make, model, and engine I can provide some more info for you. Sent from my SM-G950U using Tapatalk

I haven't used or seen their oil in the Pacific Northwest. Seems it's more in the Midwest. I myself am an Amsoil Dealer and have numerous years experience as an automotive mech/tech. From what I hear and test results through independent, 3rd party labs, is that they have a good product. Mobil 1 is also a good product. Most of the full synthetic motor oil on the market is decent to good, except royal purple. Just plain crap that stuff, can't even keep their API certification, which is already a low bar to jump over. In today's modern vehicles, conventional and "synthetic blend" oils just don't cut it. Tolerances are tighter and engines are running far more hot than they used to. Those oils cannot withstand the heat nor lubricate the engine components properly. Those oils also fail to stay in a higher viscosity when the weather is super cold, which can damage the engine due to oil not reaching the pistons and cam before warming up. Sent from my SM-G950U using Tapatalk

Im a Diesel/Automotive Technician and Shop Manager. I am also an Amsoil Dealer. I spend all my time dealing in engines and repair. I absolutely love it too. Sent from my SM-N920P using Tapatalk

I am a bit OCD about my tools. Every tool has a place and it needs to be clean after working on tbr vehicle or job. At the end of the day, a quick wipe down of the box and power tools, then I go home. I figure I have paid a lot for my tools, they help me perform and complete my work in which I take pride. I want those tools to last a long time. Sent from my SM-N920P using Tapatalk

That would be a dead blow hammer, made by SnapOn. Its great for brake drums, tie rods, some body work, etc... Sent from my SM-N920P using Tapatalk

Since starting my new job, I find myself all over the shop, which is fairly large for a privatelt owned auto service shop. I got tired of running back and forth to my main box to get tools i should have on my cart. Problem, I only have an open top and 4 drawers for storage. I came up with a solution however, and cheap. Pegboard. Lets be honest... is it a bit much??[emoji23] Sent from my SM-N920P using Tapatalk

Bravo to those that change their own oil. It is so simple to do yet fewer and fewer people are doing it, not from laziness, but from not knowing how. Teenagers and young adults are being taught to buy their dreams, not build them. In this case, pay someone else to do something you should be doing for yourself. Sent from my SM-N920P using Tapatalk

That is a neat concept for a multi use tool platform. Although highly dangerous to operate, tools like this are invaluable. Here in the US, the closest thing we have to such a thing is the Shopsmith. See link below. http://www.shopsmith.com/mark7site/index.htm Its a great tool to have for anyone with a shop. It does a great job for its design. Downside is that it is terribly expensive. You can buy older used models for 1/4 the price. I personally w ould love to have one in my garage/shop. Sent from my SM-N920P using Tapatalk

Way to go SBD.... good initiative, bad judgment. Porter-Cable is truly marketed fkr the DIY crowd. Having worked in a home improvement store, I have dealt with many of project problems concerning any form of sanding and improper use of the tool. I foresee many people buying this tool and wearing grooves and low spots in the material because they are either too aggressive or let it sit in one spot too long. A belt sander is just as aggressive but at least it wont leave low spots. Sent from my SM-N920P using Tapatalk