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Winter tires vs all-seasons - the eternal debate
I live in an area that gets moderate snow (maybe 10-15 snow days a year) and I'm trying to decide between dedicated winter tires or just good all-seas...
Sarah R. · 11 Jan 2026 · 4,789 views
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Check engine light came on - what to check first
Driving to work this morning and the dreaded check engine light popped up. Car is running fine - no weird noises, no loss of power, no smoke. 2019 Maz...
Sue L. · 4 Dec 2025 · 5,143 views
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DIY brake pad replacement - is it worth the hassle?
My front brake pads are at about 3mm and the shop quoted me $450 for front pads and rotors. Parts from online suppliers are about $120 for a decent se...
Olivia W. · 27 Oct 2025 · 3,678 views
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How often do you really need to change synthetic oil?
My manual says 15,000 km for synthetic oil changes, but my dad (old school mechanic) insists on every 8,000. I've seen YouTube mechanics say 12,000 is...
Tom Wrenches · 19 Sept 2025 · 4,356 views
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First-time buyer with Heavy Thing - keen for feedback!
G'day everyone. I'm new to the world of online auctions for vehicles and thinking about having a crack with Heavy Thing. I've been eyeing off a few ut...
Ursula Jones · 27 Aug 2025 · 3,664 views
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