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styersc Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed Aug-06-08 03:14 PM
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Regarding Tire Gauges and Oil Consumption.
Edited on Wed Aug-06-08 03:17 PM by styersc
I'm certain that many others on this forum caught it as soon as Obama made the comments, but does anyone else remember that Obama's suggestion, that we properly maintain our vehicles with tire inflation and tune-ups, was first proposed by "W"'s father, Georgre HW Bush? He suggerted also skipping 3,000 mile oil changes and going to 6,000 mile changes but all of the other suggestions are the same.

Big difference is that Obama made a reasonable suggestion as a small part of a much bigger plan, but all of the hoopla we are getting from Fox and the right wing radio crowd is about 20 years late.

Check this out:

http://www.swamppolitics.com/news/politics/blog/2008/08/inflate_your_tires_bush_41_ene.html
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BOSSHOG Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed Aug-06-08 03:16 PM
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1. They are excellent suggestions
and all the auto experts make their lists on how to improve mileage and proper tire inflation and tuneups are always on the list. We could literally save millions and millions of gallons if we all did that.
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TheCowsCameHome Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed Aug-06-08 03:20 PM
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4. Automobile ownership 101
But easily and frequently overlooked.
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eleny Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed Aug-06-08 03:36 PM
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7. Changing air filters, too
Changing that filter and keeping tires properly inflated is something just about anyone can learn to do. Collectively, they'd make a huge difference along with driving less as many of us are doing now.
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BOSSHOG Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed Aug-06-08 03:39 PM
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The science of accumulation
is lost on those with conservative values. If every car in America had its gas mileage improved by just one mile per gallon the savings would be enormous.

Strange that "conservatives" would mock that effort.
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eleny Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed Aug-06-08 03:41 PM
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9. Yup, look what happened since we've started driving less
Prices are going down.

:hi:
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quickesst Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed Aug-06-08 04:03 PM
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11. Along that line....
I would suggest speinding twenty or thirty dollars on a high-flow K&N air filter replacement, or it's equivalent. Flows several hundred more cfms than paper, lifetime warranty, and only needs to be cleaned every 50,000 miles. Better air flow means better performance, and mileage. Might not be many hotrod enthusiasts here, but some of the sights have a plethora of useful information on improving performance and mileage on any vehicle. Vehicles under warranty remain protected in all cases, unless the dealer can prove the modifications made were the cause of the problem. Lemon Law. Thanks.
quickesst
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eleny Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed Aug-06-08 06:23 PM
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13. I think we've got one of those on our older auto
That's the filter that you put a drop of oil on before you put it back in? Anyhow, we do have a filter you can clean and reinstall.
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quickesst Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Thu Aug-07-08 06:03 AM
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15. Yes it sounds like it.....
Think of an engine as a giant air pump. The less air restriction entering, and exiting the better the performance. Air restriction is a killer in newer vehicles, as with the exhaust systems. Their are also hi-flow catalytic converters for exhaust that achieve the same ends as regular converters, but do it with less restriction, resulting in better all-around performance. Thanks.
quickesst
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TheCowsCameHome Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed Aug-06-08 03:18 PM
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2. It's a common sense suggestion, but since the GOP lacks that quality
no wonder they're miffed.

Obama should turn those RW giveaway gauges into something like - "these are also good for measuring the air leaking out of the Bush economy"

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democrattotheend Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed Aug-06-08 03:19 PM
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3. What's the value of skipping oil changes?
Isn't it bad for the car longterm to skip oil changes?
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BOSSHOG Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed Aug-06-08 03:22 PM
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5. I think the point
was to reduce oil consumption. There are various schools of thought about what the periodicity should be for oil changes.
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quickesst Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed Aug-06-08 06:04 PM
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12. I don't use Dino oil.......
Edited on Wed Aug-06-08 06:06 PM by quickesst
I only put synthetic in my truck. It allows me to safely put at least 6000 miles on without worry. Performs better than dino oil too. For newer vehicles, synthetic decreases wear and tear on the engine. I've seen the proof myself at an independent motorcycle shop in Hot Springs. Advise against in older cars, as synthetic is quite a bit thinner, and may tend to leak with the old gaskets. Costs more, but I believe it's worth it. Just my opinion. Go Hogs! Thanks.
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BOSSHOG Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Thu Aug-07-08 07:10 AM
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17. Hello Quickesst
I still use the Dino Oil in my 2000 Chevy Truck but I think I'm conserving cause I only put about 500 miles a month on it. So two oil changes a year and I'm good to go. Beer runs and land fill runs are mostly its reason for existence. If the Hogs can stay out of jail they may have a season to cheer about.
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styersc Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed Aug-06-08 03:26 PM
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6. I'm no expert but I owned a 1981 Honda Civic Stration Wagon
that had 491,000 miles on one engine (that was running fine) in 2006 when I sold it for $250. I used synthetic blend oil and made sure to change it regularly between 3 and 5000 miles.

I saw the guy I sold it to driving it the other day.
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eleny Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed Aug-06-08 03:39 PM
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8. You're right....
We even change it if it hasn't been 3000 miles. We're driving so little now. But hubby, who used to be an auto mechanic, feels that oil degrades just sitting there over time. So we've changed it earlier if it's been many months and we haven't reached the 3000 miles.

Good for you and that Honda!
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theoldman Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed Aug-06-08 03:58 PM
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10. When the price of gas went through the roof, my wife and I
started driving less. We try to hit two or three stores at once. I think we reduced our gas consumption by 10% or more. This appears to be in line with what most people are doing.
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eleny Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed Aug-06-08 06:25 PM
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14. Same here
And if I forget something I just wait till the next time I shop. It's never earth shattering. Being retired, it's easier for us. But even we were able to find ways to cut back.
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eshfemme Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Thu Aug-07-08 06:10 AM
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16. Well, I already do my part
By walking and taking public transportation. I don't have a car at all so I am free of guilt in this regard. But I LOVED Obama's comeback. What's funnier is that McCain had a "senior moment" in confirming that Obama's advice is agreed upon by AAA and experts but still continued to attack Obama for giving this sound advice.

I really do think that their cute little tire gauges will backfire on them. This is NOT going to be the stupid freaking Purple Heart bandages. OMFG, that pissed me off so much.
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