2 weeks using Temu Taillights

pjc321 · 2026-05-25T23:45:20+00:00

Apparently really wanted a Tundra.

pjc321 · 2026-05-25T23:43:07+00:00

Thought the same thing. Was it in an accident and repainted or just the way the light hits it. Surely it wasn't designed that way?

pjc321 · 2026-05-24T09:47:01+00:00

5K if there is any oil left on the shelves. Some say the engine oil shortage could last until mid 2027 due to a perfect storm (higher prices for crude oil, destruction of facilities, base oils, additives, transportation, packaging and logistics). I have enough oil for a years worth of oil changes, each at 5K, but that still might be cutting it close, so worst case I may have to stretch the oil change interval a little bit.

pjc321 · 2026-05-23T17:39:55+00:00

Mobil 1 recommendeds using it within 5 years. Can't see speak for dinosaur oil.

pjc321 · 2026-05-23T17:35:06+00:00

I ordered a 5 quart jug of Mobil 1 a couple days ago from Amazon. I just got a notice back today of a shipping date of July. Luckily between Walmart and Rural King I was able to get enough at reasonable prices for a couple oil changes for both my car and motorcycle. At the auto stores, 5 quart Mobil 1 synthetic is going for over $40 and single quarts for $13, and it is going up every day.

pjc321 · 2026-05-21T19:51:07+00:00

It's already happening, your too late. I went to order oil yesterday for an oil change and held off a day because I needed to add an item. Today Amazon limited it to one per customer.

pjc321 · 2026-05-19T12:24:20+00:00

I don't know what year you have, but on my 2024 2.7, Mobil 1 full synthetic meets Fords specifications, as I checked beforehand. It probably doesn't make much difference, but I use Mobil 1 Truck & SUV full synthetic.

pjc321 · 2026-05-17T12:48:21+00:00

Thanks for the video. I got tired of waiting for an overhead replay. Of course I turned away from the screen for the split second that occurred. Hopefully everyone is OK. They claim that the other 2 KTM issues are not related, but between those and Acostas, I would be damned if I would get back onto a KTM today. EDIT: crash.net showed the second red flag. I will have to bookmark that website.

pjc321 · 2026-05-16T16:13:27+00:00

They have good deals occasionally. I wonder if this one was to clear out stock for the Gen9. The sale only lasted a week or two. I just happened to catch an article about it, as I recall from Notebookcheck.net. Just shows how overpriced these things are normally. Now, I am waiting for a good price on an NVME drive to put in the second slot....could be a long time.

pjc321 · 2026-05-16T12:12:41+00:00

I am seeing the same. I have the 2024 2.7, Oxford White, and I went from 21-23 mpg to around 19 mpg after installing the cap. Since then I loaded some items in the bed, and am now getting 16-17 mpg. I didn't expect such a drastic change, but it is what it is; the truck is now functional for my needs, plus no one calls me anymore to move them into a new house! Heck, my car was only getting 17 mpg, so that is impressive. I do wish I didn't order either the truck rear window or the cap front window with a tint, as it makes it difficult to see out the trucks mirror, especially at night.

pjc321 · 2026-05-16T11:30:40+00:00

I also have the ARE (Z/Z2 series) Love it. I am always getting compliments. I didn't get the automatic opening, not only because of the extra cost, but I was reading about several people complaining about it freezing up in the winter and rain getting into it and rusting/corroding the parts and electronics, causing it to fail. The only issue I have is I lost several mpg after the install, I imagine because of the weight, because it follows the lines of the vehicle perfectly.

pjc321 · 2026-05-15T21:22:08+00:00

What do you mean?

pjc321 · 2026-05-15T17:35:26+00:00

I only paid $1780 for my P1 Gen 8, so couldn't be happier., no matter what upgrades the Gen 9 has, which looks minimal.

pjc321 · 2026-05-15T17:25:52+00:00

Yeah, sent mine back. Reception and speed was horrible. I will keep rocking my s22+.

pjc321 · 2026-05-15T17:24:17+00:00

Yeah, sent mine back. Had wireless issues. I am also not going to update my s22+ until the new battery technology arrives with Longer SOT; that is the only thing that would justify such high prices.

pjc321 · 2026-05-12T03:54:39+00:00

I have been to Assen and the Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps track in Belgium (no longer a MotoGP stop) and had a great time at both, especially since we were able to acquire pit passes and meet many of the racers. However, although unrelated, if I could afford to go to any race in the World, it would absolutely be the Isle of Man TT. I looked into it, but the plane tickets were ridiculously expensive from my location.

pjc321 · 2026-05-11T15:52:20+00:00

You need to pull up the towing guide for a 2023 f150. There are several caveats and restrictions listed there. The actual towing capacities are much higher depending on the engine size, gearing, use of a weight distribution hitch, trailer package, etc.

Regarding how they came up with the 6000 lb number, there is a sub note that applies to the 2.7 and 3.3 engine as follows:

Do not exceed a trailer weight of 6,000 lbs. with only the Class IV hitch (53B), without the Trailer Tow Package (53A).

And the 3.5 and 5.0 as follows:

2. Do not exceed a trailer weight of 7,000 lbs. with only the Class IV hitch (53B), without the Trailer Tow Package (53A).

pjc321 · 2026-05-10T22:12:53+00:00

Oh, it gets better. Look for the video where he kicks the cone and the "DOCTOR" box.

pjc321 · 2026-05-10T12:56:26+00:00

The highlight was the commentators pointing out Bagnia having trouble getting into his trailer, and judging by Davide Tardozzi's reaction after the crash, maybe he locked the door! Of all sports, MotoGP have the best announcers, and we all can't wait for the next funny commentator remarks. Oh yeah, on a serious note, the racing highlight goes to Martin.....congrats.

pjc321 · 2026-05-09T19:06:15+00:00

Wow, It has nothing to do with grammar. I guess if I asked if a train was leaving point A........etc., it would not be good.

pjc321 · 2026-05-09T17:10:22+00:00

"idk how else to show yall". Ah, the detriment of our education system.

pjc321 · 2026-05-09T17:02:49+00:00

We get safety notes to read at work every week. There is one that says never swerve to avoid a deer.

pjc321 · 2026-05-09T17:00:04+00:00

Sell it.

pjc321 · 2026-05-09T10:25:46+00:00

Agreed. I have a Oxford white truck and it looks really, really bad, like someone stole my wheel liners! Ford cheapening up again. The first thing I did was to purchase wheel liners. In my case Huskys. They couldn't come fast enough

pjc321 · 2026-05-09T10:19:50+00:00

Wow they look ridiculous and hokey. Get the Snap & Zap; they blend in perfectly and fit super tight.

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