... We have also been considering a tire monitoring system. I like some of the features of the Doran 360RV vs the Pressure Pro, (i.e. manually setting the...
87 Lazy Daze - Chev 350 - 53,600 Miles: Since switching to synthetic, my engine now uses a quart every 700 miles, and I'm thinking I made a mistake. However,...
... We just bought and installed the Pressure Pro system for our MB and Jeep. I went with the Pressure Pro because they've been around for several years and...
... I ... gas ... to ... store ... In the mid-bath, the rear-most driver side compartment is underneath the driver side sofa. There is a slot (hole) in the...
I agree with Ken. With 55 gallons of fuel tankage, it shouldn't be that hard to plan ahead to avoid a long and lonely stay at the side of the road. Even if one...
... <hillfamily55@...> wrote: "I also got a 1-gallon and a 2-gallon gas tank which I ... Tessa Wishing you a bon voyage. Well, I guess you are waiting for...
"I agree with Ken." So do I. For all the reasons Ken and Bumper pointed out, carrying spare gas in the manner your described is both unnecessary and ...
What I suggest is that you carry a 5 gal or so plastic gas can, but carry it empty. If you do ever need more gas it will be available to send one person for...
That's certainly good advice.. On one trip to NY I was getting low on gas through inattentiveness, and after I stopped at numerous places thinking I'd pick up...
Is it burning it or leaking it? That would be good to know. 1 quart every 700 is a fairly significant amount of oil to burn. It seems to me, (but not a fact)...
I think it is fairly common for there to be leaks when changing to synthetic on an older engine. The parts have worn a bit and the synthetic is thinner and...
For those of you thinking that a gas siphon is a solution you should probably try it first. We have three vehicles dating to 1997 and none of them permit a...
When we bought our 1983 LD, it had 55,000 miles on it. Using dino oil, it burned a quart every 700-800 miles. After a couple of oil changes, I switched to...
Andy, I never let my tank go below half. it is good to get out and stretch alittle so more frequent stops are necessary. Take care, john leach ... From: Andy...
Our set up is a 30' IB towing a Chevy HHR. My question deals with carrying bikes. We currently use a Thule hitch mounted rack on the back of the HHR. We have a...
There is one that provides that service Marilyn. Email me. Tim ... could bring it in for a checkup and "rejuvenation". Nicely, but briskly, they let me know...
Yesterday I traveled at a speed of no more than 55mph and with a Scan Gauge on, it showed the end of the day at 10 mpg. I was pulling a toad. Previously it was...
Hello y'all, I just drove "the road from hell" to the California ghost town of Bodie and was wondering the best, easiest, and safest way to clean the engine....
That's one nice thing about my '82 Mercedes 300SD diesel that is my daily-driver. To carry spare/extra fuel, I simply toss a couple jugs of veggie oil in the...
"I am wondering if a roof mounted rack on the HHR would generate less drag." With a tarp over the bikes? I really doubt it. My guess is that it would be worse...
There are a few additional factors that have a strong effect on fuel economy along with speed. Wind direction and speed (a strong headwind will really cost...
I think that I am in the need of purchasing some new tires for my LD. I know that this subject has been covered... But upon my search in the archives... I...
The June 9 issue of businessweek.com devotes most of its coverage to oil and the economy. Doesn't help with our mpg issues, but offers new perspectives on...
Ellen, you can tell the load range, size and other specs by looking at the tires you have. All the information you need is stamped on the sidewall. You'll find...
Thank you for your response. Ellen and Bodega Baby ... From: Joe Hamm Date: 6/2/2008 1:06:41 PM To: lifewithalazydazerv@yahoogroups.com Subject: [LD] Re: tires...