I have a friend who just graduated from college. The junker he was given to drive during college is on life support. He wants a hunting truck/SUV with 4X4 in the 7500 dollar price range. And recommendations? Jeep Grand Cherokee? Dodge Durango? Toyota 4runner? Not a big GM fan, so probably not a GM...
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You have recently published more than one article about the fuel efficiency of certain older low curb weight cars (pretty much pre 2000 models). Do you have, or could you provide a list of these cars by make, model and years produced?
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What models are best to look at when trying to find a used mid-sized SUV? The size of a KIA Sorento or Nissan Mirano is what I’m looking for. Thanks!
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On a lot of websites many People say it’s a good idea to fill up the gas tank when it gets to be half full. A lot of them do so so they can get out of Dodge in a hurry. I can see their point, however; if a Person does that all the...
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Eric: I recently had my VA safety inspection done, and repairs were required. What dawned on me was that, basically, there is unlimited scope and $$ for any repairs that are required. You simply have to comply, no matter what the cost. Now, a friend of mine in MD has emissions inspections (albeit different...
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Hi Eric, I would like to get a vehicle to tow my 2500# horse trailer with (not big on new car payments though). I generally haul one horse that averages a 1000# on occasion I haul 2 horses so total 4500-5000# is a safe total trailer weight. The trailer has dual axles and a...
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Hello Eric Peters… First visit to your site: came from Lew Rockwell.com. Can’t help but notice, and be annoyed, by that real stupid auto-scrolling frame/box on the right side of page. Get rid of that pronto. Must be some pencil neck that put it on there…
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OK I love my 2008 H3. Has anyone hacked the GM monitoring system so that it can be neutered?    
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I came across this car parts question and wondered what your take on it was myself: “… I’ve acquired an old beater car that needs work. Specifically it needs a new ignition coil. I’m buying my own online because the auto shop’s price was more than I can justify for this vehicle. The part...
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My question is about the effectiveness of these type of oil filters. They have a long history and it is obviously less expensive to change a roll of toilet paper then a regular filter, however is it penny wise and pound foolish. Will it clean the oil better or worse then the screw in...
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