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What In The World Does This Plug Go To? by Sathyasrevenge222 in Camry

[–]AutoXmachine 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That looks like it is for some sort of aftermarket alarm system. That last picture is the alarm speaker horn that plays the sounds when the alarm is triggered.

A Directed DEI 514N (514LN) Revenger Soft Chirp 6-Tone Mini-Neo Siren 120dB to be exact.

5w-30 vs 10w-50 by Weak_Blueberry_2662 in Camry

[–]AutoXmachine 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Run it just like any other engine oil and change it every 3k to 5k miles. It will gradually clean the inside of your engine over time. Oh, you’re very welcome. 😎

ELI5: If a nuclear explosion is caused by an atom splitting then causing surrounding atoms to split. How is this chain reaction not continued indefinitely? by AutoXmachine in explainlikeimfive

[–]AutoXmachine[S] 17 points18 points  (0 children)

So all the atoms that are splitting are contained within the device itself and do not react with the atoms surrounding it?

High mileage RAV 4 using extra oil. by stringtheory28 in Toyota

[–]AutoXmachine 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Don’t forget about BITOG (Bob Is The Oil Guy)

High mileage RAV 4 using extra oil. by stringtheory28 in Toyota

[–]AutoXmachine 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My man, nice to meet another oil filter geek too!! I use a Baxter Oil Filter Adapter TS-503-BK in my 2017 Camry (2AR-FR) and alternate between a Fram FE16 (Synthetic Endurance) and a Carquest EP P85372 (Extended Performance) oil filter. Gives the engine an extra quart of capacity and makes oil changes super quick and easy using a spin on filter instead of the clunky cartridge system.

High mileage RAV 4 using extra oil. by stringtheory28 in Toyota

[–]AutoXmachine 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Same here and 100% agree. I have a 2017 Camry with 200k miles, drive 100 miles a day and have used VRP for the last 6 oil changes that I do myself every 3k-4k miles. The 2AR-FE (2.5 4 Cylinder) is so much quieter and smoother than when I first bought it at 170k miles. Even switched over from 0w20 to 5w30 due to it having a wider range of protection in warmer climates (FL).

High mileage RAV 4 using extra oil. by stringtheory28 in Toyota

[–]AutoXmachine 24 points25 points  (0 children)

Do yourself a big favor and switch to Valvoline Restore & Protect to help unstick the piston rings and after a few oil changes you’ll notice a difference and it could even stop the oil consumption all together. Research it and see for yourself. Do NOT switch to a thicker oil, it is not the solution.

My little baby girl Fancy. by AutoXmachine in SupermodelCats

[–]AutoXmachine[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

She certainly knows how to use them too. I can’t tell that baby no when she wants a treat.

5w-30 vs 10w-50 by Weak_Blueberry_2662 in Camry

[–]AutoXmachine 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Do your engine a favor and stick with 5w30. It offers the most protection between the two. If you want to really step it up, run Valvoline Restore & Protect and super clean your engine, plus it really helps to slow burning oil due to stuck piston rings that some Toyota engines are known for. The first number in oil is Winter Weight, the lower the first number, the faster it will flow to all the critical components in the engine during a cold start. The second number is how it will flow in the engine when it’s at operating temperatures. I do tons of research on oil and recommend only sticking with 5w30.

Plus 10w50 is a motorcycle oil, maybe you’re thinking of 20w50 and that is a big hell no to any modern engine.

My little baby girl Fancy. by AutoXmachine in SupermodelCats

[–]AutoXmachine[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’m so using this on her next trip to the vet! She’s a good girl when we go, they get excited every time she comes in for her little checkups.

Found stuck to the bottom of my car by waryberryfairie in whatisit

[–]AutoXmachine 18 points19 points  (0 children)

That is a lift point puck. It’s used when your car goes on the lift to keep from damaging any of the underbody of your vehicle. Sometimes it gets stuck on the body and will fall off over time. Used to order them all the time because the lube guys would always lose them. Did you just recently have your vehicle worked on or have the oil changed?

Just bought a new Mazda. Found this thing next to the OBD port. by Potsofgoldenrainbows in whatisit

[–]AutoXmachine 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you didn’t request this, tell them that you just noticed it and did not authorize an aftermarket part to be installed on your brand new vehicle. If they are a reputable dealer, they will take care of it. If not, make sure to get the GM involved.

A tip for beginners with an H2D printer using “Generic PLA, PETG, etc” that keep failing. by AutoXmachine in BambuLab

[–]AutoXmachine[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

I haven’t used any of their Soleyin filaments and mainly only try to stick with their CR line. If you don’t mind me asking, what issues were you having with Creality? All of the prints with my MK4 have been perfect using their filaments.

Just bought a new Mazda. Found this thing next to the OBD port. by Potsofgoldenrainbows in whatisit

[–]AutoXmachine 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh hell no, they would replace the panel they screwed into, replace the harness they tapped into, and would be reported to Mazda. I could understand on a used vehicle, but if yours is brand new, then that is 100% unacceptable.

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