so, I just re-read the FAQ page and thanks to Ryan for putting that truly marvelous page together!
and I see that there is a debate of some kind about draining and replacing tranny fluids and flushing tranny...can a few of you expound on this debate, what are your thoughts on either one, pro or con???
thanks
I also saw OEM mentioned several times, what does this mean? Is it a brand or something more?
Sorry for the question, I am just a girl, who never in a million years thought she would spend this much time reading and thinking about engines....and if I were a rich girl, I can promise you, I would be at another site right now
What kind of oil should I be using, I saw Chevron Techron Concentrate mentioned, is that a type of oil, a brand or an oil additive? I guess I need to become closer to my friend who manages a local AutoZone!! :0) I have been trying to find him a house for years now and I heard he just bought a FSBO (for sale by owner!)
leaving me out in the cold...so, the way I look at it, he owes me for my time
Also, now that my engine is half taken apart, is this a good time for my mechanic to clean the EGR valve, or is any easier to get to now as any other time, I mean, the truck is just sitting there, half naked, I think I should be doing all I can (with his help of course) to prevent any future $$$$$ issues.
and I did not have the oil filter changed at last oil change, is that any easier to do now that the heads and valves are off? what about the fuel filter, same question?
I know these are a lot of issues at once, I hope someone has the heart to advise on all of these questions. I surely do appreciate the help...maybe you can tell that I have pretty much decided to try to keep this truck in my yard for as long as possible, instead of selling her now (of course that could change if she doesn't run like she used to once she is all put back together...but then, how will I sell her?....I really think that won't happen. These things have a way of working out, at least in my life they usually do
thanks again!
Jan