The furthest you can drive an overheating car is about a ¼ mile before you risk irreversible engine damage. While some vehicles could still make it as far as 20 miles, we would never recommend driving very far with an overheating engine. How do I know if my engine is Read more…
There are a variety of reasons that a vehicle can overheat, such as cooling system leaks, blocked hoses from corrosion and mineral deposits, radiator issues or broken water pumps. Regular inspections may help avoid overheating issues down the road. Come in today for a consultation on your coolant/antifreeze fluid. What Read more…
266.9/423.9 mi. 15.7 gal. How many gallons of gas can a 2003 Mustang hold? Used 2003 Ford Mustang Mach 1 Premuim Specs & Features Fuel & MPG EPA city/highway MPG 15/23 MPG EPA combined MPG 18 MPG Range in miles (city/hwy) 235.5/361.1 mi. Fuel tank capacity 15.7 gal. How big Read more…
Transmission dipsticks are being removed and replaced by clear tubes that still allow you to see the fluid level and coloration, but make it harder for you to just add or replace any fluid in the transmission pan by yourself. What happens if your car doesn’t have a transmission dipstick? Read more…
If you’re going to go drifting, you’ll need the right car for the job. You’ll need rear-wheel-drive, low weight and plenty of power to get sideways on a skid pan. Our pick of the best cars for drifting are: Toyota GR86. Mazda MX-5. BMW M3 Competition. Nissan 350Z. Alpine A110. Read more…
Here are the five best drift cars for beginners: Mazda MX-5. Of course, there was going to be an MX-5 on our list! BMW E46 330Ci. Advertisement. Nissan 350Z. Nissan’s muscular V6 coupé is something of a bargain these days. Toyota Z30 Soarer. Advertisement. Nissan S14/S14A 200SX. What kind of Read more…
Here’s a list of some of the most common symptoms of low engine oil. Oil Pressure Warning Light. The easiest way to tell if your vehicle is running low on oil is your vehicle’s warning light. Burning Oil Smell. Clunking Sound. Less Efficient Performance. Overheating Engine. What happens if I Read more…
5W-20 engine oil can be a great choice for your car. It offers a decent operating temperature range, helps with fuel efficiency and engine protection in colder climates, and boosts your fuel economy. What is 5w20 oil good for? Mobil 1™ 5W-20 is recommended by ExxonMobil for all types of Read more…
Mobil 1 – Truck & SUV 5W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil, 5 Quart (Part No. 15010) What kind of oil does a 2002 Ford f150 5.4 take? 5W-205W-20 (All TEMPS) – This specification has been updated from 5W-30 to 5W-20 per a Technical Service Bulletin from the manufacturer 5W-20 is Read more…
If you use 5w30 oil instead of 5w20 when it is not recommended or approved by your owner’s manual, it can void your car’s powertrain warranty, reduce engine efficiency, and possibly even damage your engine in the long run. Hopefully, this helps! Can I run 5w30 instead of 5w20? Yes. Read more…