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From: Ray O on 23 Apr 2010 15:53

"Paul Michaels" <paulmichaels79uf(a)gmail.com> wrote in message
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> Thanks for the comments everyone.
>
> Ray O - I fixed all of the errors and included all of the suggestions
> that you mentioned. Thanks. :)
>
> I've got jack stands, a two ton floor jack, and all of the proper
> tools at home in Florida. We're 8,500 miles from home here visiting
> New Zealand and I didn't want to spend too much money just for this
> quick oil change.
>
> I didn't want to show it in the pictures, but I had many pieces of
> firewood stacked under the length of both sides of the car as a backup
> in case the jack failed and a few pieces behind the rear wheels. But
> you're absolutely right, I should have mentioned having more safety
> measures in case the OEM jack failed and I've corrected that.
>
> The guys at the auto parts store took a look at the engine and
> suggested that 15W-40 was the best weight considering the age/mileage
> and local climate. I figured who was I to argue with them. The car is
> running great since the oil change and should be sold in a few days
> anyway.
>
> I didn't know what mm the oil drain plug was and all the socket sets
> were hideously expensive, so I just went with the adjustable wrench
> knowing that it was a risk. Luckily it worked out fine. But you're
> right, I hated having to use it instead of a proper socket or crescent
> wrench.
>
> I mentioned OEM Toyota filters in the guide. To save time & money, I
> just bought the one the auto parts store had handy. At home I use
> Purolator (not the best, but decent) filters and Mobil 1 10W-30 in my
> '01 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP. But I didn't want to waste money on better
> stuff for this old car that is only ours for a few short months.
>
> Thanks again,
> Paul

Paul,

I commend your efforts to document and provide useful guides and
explanations! Keep up the great work!
--

Ray O
(correct punctuation to reply)


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