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I bought an Innova handheld model about 4 years ago. I opted up for the more deluxe model (about $200) because I use it across a handful of cars including my wife's 2020 Lincoln and my 2021 F150 3.0 Diesel, my brother's Dodge van and his Subaru. The models have changed, but this one at NAPA is...

I have not measured the electrical load of turning the key to Accessory, or ON, but based on my measurements on other cars, I will guess the the electrical load for Accessory position is significantly less than 5 amps, even with the radio on. IN the ON position, it is higher becuase the...

IIRC, the cig lighter/outlet on the dash is always hot. Therefore you do not need to turn the key to the ACC or ON position. Just plug it into the outlet. I'm not sure about the OBD2 port.

It sounds fishy. There are not many "exact options" on FGTs. 4 to be precise. Nor many colors. Almost everyone who is a serious buyer looking for a FGT has a couple colors in mind.

Tomcat: I will order a Wheelskin. Do you like the straight leather, or the perforated leather better?

Hypothesis: The battery low voltage doesn't affect the gauges, per se, but instead the gauge sending unit. That would make more sense to me electronically, especially if multiple gauges are affected. Does anyone have good insight into how the sending unit works and whether that might be the...

53 available! Wow, I would have thought far fewer. Anyway, good to know they are still in the supply system. From having checked a few years ago, I know that internal parts are not available from Ford or Ricardo. There is a shop in Texas that was making synchros and some other parts, but...

I will take a set. Before placing the order, I think a small handful of us around Seattle will take the offer, so let me see if anyone else wants to gang up for a joint order. Edit; It looks like the Seattle guys will order separately. So put me down for a pair.

There are several labs. I use Blackstone. Go to their website and order a test kit (it's free). That consists of a sample bottle and prepaid mailer. The sample is about 3 or 4 ounces. Read the most recent newsletter while you're there. https://www.blackstone-labs.com/ You can take the...

I'll beat it into you again: Test your oil before you change it. It's only $40. The "recommended" time and mileage are very conservative, and also are intended to drive regular service business back to dealers. The ONLY way you can know what is going on inside your engine is regular oil...

High levels of ZDDP are not needed in the GT because it has overhead roller cams. If you have a classic solid lifter type of engine, then consider the VR-1 or similar products. In addition, ZDDP EP additives are being phased out for moly EP additives that work as well or better--even in old...

I’ll be surprised if they last a year.

For anyone who is still undecided, just buy the damn things! You will be glad you did.

Dave, donation made. Thanks for organizing it.

IMO: Either start it and let it warm up to full temp for a good time (an hour or more) to evaporate condensation, or let it sit with battery tender. If at all possible, drive it for an hour or so. Starts for short periods are the worst.

I'll give you a very strong opinion, backed up by experience. If you want to drive your car, buy a car that has been driven regularly, and drive it more; or buy one with very low miles, and leave it in your garage or private museum. The cars that get driven regularly have fewer problems...

Headin’ home to SW WA. Pics going north thru NV to Ely and Wells on Saturday. Then snow in the Blue Mts. In eastern Oregon this morning.

Some pics from our drive to Tortilla Flat.

+1. I’ve had them for 2 years and they haven’t lost their spring. Way better than OE.

nice surprise.