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Member Since | 08/06/2017 |
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Last Seen | 08/08/2022 |
Location | nsw |
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I do 6 monthly interim oil changes, it gets changed for hot summers and cold winters (snow trips). Our Regional service uses 0W20. Happy...

blutek commented on Wheel Alignment, Balance and Rotation Costs
It's worth finding a shop with a Hunter aligner.

blutek commented on How Not to Get Mugged/Scammed in Europe?
Had a hand try to dip into my hip/side pocket in high street London. But my hand was already in that pocket. Worst threat was in Toulouse...

blutek commented on Prius - Driving to Thredbo
Won't be as difficult as leaving Perisher in a blizzard. If the road is icy, use engine braking downhill, slowdown before steering round a...

blutek commented on Qantas- your booking is Processing
Seems things are a bit rocky in oneworld at the moment. We had flights cancelled as we were trying to book. Awaiting ticketing at the...

I got the Response amp and never used it, still in box in storage & almost forgotten about. Was going to run a subwoofer back then.

blutek commented on Skiing in NZ without Breaking The Bank
the Ski Expos are coming up this month. A good opportunity to talk to the resort Reps and collect bag of resort brochures (if you live...

blutek commented on Wheel Alignment Perfection?
Based on their Hunter alignment equipment, I would consider the Woollahra Tyre Garage, in Oxford Street.

Local GOODYEAR - Sedan 17" $20, SUV $25. Had 4 in 3 months (probably tradies dropping nails). Currently got my first curb gouge, In...

Family member uses Woy Woy Mechanical for his Euro (VW) & non Euro (Hyundai) servicing & repairs. (don't know about blue slip)

BM Automotive Repairs at Berkley Vale. I find, good servicing at fair price, and best wheel alignment equipment also. Also know one at Woy...

blutek commented on Is Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Cruiser Worth The Price ?
We choose AWD before a Cruiser option (snow trip). So last three RAV's have been GXL. Quite happy with mid-spec, mid-price choice and...

blutek commented on ANZ Rental credit card insurance
Claim Excess insurance by 3rd parties can replace the "costly option" offered by the rental companies. In the event of one (or more) claims...

blutek commented on Steering Wheel Cover Vs Wrap?
I had this problem with my WRX. Parking in hot sun (through windscreen) had delaminated the OEM wheel wrap over 6 years. Ended up...

blutek commented on Help with Rust Treatment on Car
Fertan Rust Converter, it's non toxic. Used in marine environments (boats), I use on structural steel.

blutek commented on Ceramic Coating - Yay or Nay?
As above, Turtle wax Shine & Seal. You could wash & dry (with a drying towel like Bowdens Big Green Sucker) then prep with something like...

blutek commented on ANZ Rewards Platinum Card: 150,000 Bonus Points (Spend $1,500 in 3 Months) - $0 First Year Annual Fee, $95 after @ Finder.com.au
I find the offshore processing centres get confused when you don't fit their processing model.

blutek commented on What Are QFF Points Worth since COVID-19 Hit?
We book 11 months before so now into 2022.

blutek commented on Please Help Rust Issues
Also see Fertan rust converter. Popular with boats.

blutek commented on Home and Content Insurance
From memory more expensive than my NRMA cost.

Both (Dorf) owned by Caroma now. Used to be NZ quality, now China. Just did full bathroom reno using Methven (Waipori) from Bunnings. The...

What evidence does he have to blame your wife (mabe CCTV or dash cam?)..

With RAV4 they used to be within "cheap" capped price servicing (at 90k km service from memory). But then they pushed the fuel filter...

blutek commented on Europcar Rental In New Zealand - Unknown Damages Charged - Seeking Legal Advice to Dispute
Why was it not charged direct to your credit card (like above)?

blutek commented on Spot-Free Car Wash with Garden Hose Filter?
com mercial car wash Final Rinse product or just sheet water off with hose with no nozzle..

blutek commented on Do You Like The Look of The 2020 Toyota RAV4?
the US pickup truck style, square & chunky.

2016 WRX (preferably one senior owner).

blutek commented on Keeping a Black Car Clean and Shiny
Turtle Wax seal and shine ceramic spray, or Meguires, or Mothers., at SCA. See reviews and cleaning videos on Youtube. Avoid parking under...

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blutek commented on Need Advice for Where to Sell Car and How Much
as said, get the free valuation range for the model from: https://www.carsales.com.au/car-valuations/ If you car was in excellent...