Best products from r/askcarguys
We found 21 comments on r/askcarguys discussing the most recommended products. We ran sentiment analysis on each of these comments to determine how redditors feel about different products. We found 44 products and ranked them based on the amount of positive reactions they received. Here are the top 20.
1. Nulaxy Bluetooth Car FM Transmitter Audio Adapter Receiver Wireless Handsfree Voltmeter Car Kit TF Card AUX USB 1.44 Display - KM19 Black
- Even better: Nullify KM19 updated with more Features. Now you are able to play music through the USB disk, TF card, Bluetooth and AUX cable
- Compatibility: works on most devices on the market (Apple, Google, Huawei, Samsung, Sony and others)
- Big LCD display: 1.44 inch screen to better visualize your phone calls, music, car battery voltage
- TECHNOLOGY IN YOUR CAR: With our device you will add in your car: 1) Bluetooth connection; 2) Answer phone calls safely with the press of a button while driving; 3) Voltmeter function to control the quality of your car battery; 4) 4 different ways to play
- Voltmeter function: safety when driving is our first concern, so we equip our devices with voltmeter. You can now check the car voltage before your trip or daily ride
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2. Hankook Dynapro ATM All-Terrain Radial Tire -275/55R20 113T
- Innovative tread and sidewall design
- Developed for high powered pick-ups
- Improved bead for enhanced longevity
- Robust carcass for stable tire and optimal footprint
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3. B'laster - PB-TS - Penetrating Catalyst - 4-Ounces
Quickly breaks loose surface tension rust and corrosion by creeping up, around and into hard-to-reach cavitiesIdeal for brake, exhaust and suspension system jobsA non-evaporating lubricating film remains on parts to help prevent further rustingA true penetrant - Saves time and money by ensuring user...
4. DEWALT 20V MAX Impact Driver Kit, 1/4-Inch (DCF885C1)
- Compact (5.55 front to back), lightweight (2.8 lbs) design fits into tight areas
- 3 LEDs with 20-second delay after trigger release, provide visibility without shadows
- One-handed loading 1/4 hex chuck accepts 1 bit tips
- Backed by dewalt's 3 year limited warranty
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5. Veepeak Mini WiFi OBD2 Scanner for iOS and Android, Car OBD II Check Engine Light Diagnostic Code Reader Scan Tool Supports Torque Pro, OBD Fusion, Car Scanner App
- Find out why the check engine light is on by yourself! Read and clear diagnostic trouble codes (both generic and manufacturer specific), view freeze frame data, reset the Check Engine Light and view real-time sensor readings using your phone or tablet and an OBD App.
- Access a whole new world of information about your vehicle directly on your phone or tablet. View car performance, sensor data (Engine coolant & oil temperature, O2 Readings, Mass air flow, Fuel Trim, etc.), prepare smog test, monitor fuel economy, create your own dashboard, log your trips, and more to discover.
- Works with cars and light trucks made since year 1996 in the United States (all brands). Vehicles in other countries or regions that are OBD II/ EOBD compliant are also supported. Supports the five OBD-II protocols: CAN, KWP2000, ISO9141-2, J1850 VPW and J1850 PWM.
- A third party App is required (some may require separate purchase). VARIOUS APPS AVAILABLE! Supports OBD Fusion, Car Scanner ELM OBD2, FourStroke, Inforcar, etc for iOS and Torque Pro, Car Scanner for Android.
- Compatible with iOS (iPhone and iPad) & Android devices via its own WiFi (does NOT use Bluetooth). One-year replacement warranty against defect.
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6. TEKTON 1/2 Inch Drive Click Torque Wrench (25-250 ft.-lb.) | 24340
Includes: 1-pc. 1/2 in. drive torque wrench; Storage case; Product manual with torque conversion chartWrench emits a click that can be heard and felt when the preset value is reachedHigh-contrast dual-range scale is easy to read, even in low lightReversible ratchet head drives in both directions and...
7. Mobil 1 120760 Synthetic Motor Oil 0W-40, 5 Quart
- Mobil 1 Fs European Car Formula Full Synthetic Motor Oil 0W-40 Helps To Extend Engine Life Even In Severe Conditions
- Helps To Control Oxidation To Prevent Oil Breakdown And Maintain Excellent Viscosity For Up To 10,000 Miles Between Oil Changes
- Provides Outstanding Engine Wear Protection And Performance With Uniform Synthetic Oil Molecules For Better Friction Reduction
- Keeps Your Engine Running Like New By Working To Prevent Damaging Deposits And Sludge Buildup
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8. Philips RacingVision H7 Headlight Bulbs (Twin) 12972RVS2 Xtreme Vision Upgrade
- Up to 150% more light on the road
- Maximum Performance
- Rally effect
- Road legal
- Provides optimal visibility for extra control in darker conditions
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9. Philips X-treme Vision +130% Headlight Bulbs (Pack of 2) (H7 55W)
Original Philips Item, imported from Europe. X-treme vision series do not have the COA authenticity code (which can be found mainly on Philips Xenon bulbs). For Official Philips Data sheet of this item, please contact us.Up to 130% more light on the road in comparison to a standard headlight bulb.X-...
10. AULLY PARK Universal Perforated Leather Car Steering Wheel Cover Stitch On Wrap (Size M, Black)
Size: See the size chart in the photos to select the size that best fits your steering wheelMaterial: Made of soft and durable genuine leather material, perforated style, clean and expensive high end lookFeatures: Fun, fashionable, and high performance leather lace on steering wheel coverInstallatio...
11. Gallity Professional's Industrial Bolt Extractor Set,10Pcs Damaged Nut Bolt Remover, Impact Bolt & Nut Remover Set (B, Black)
❤️ Fits Head Sizes -: 1mm- 10mm. Nut bolt remover for broken bolts, damaged screws and nuts.❤️Function - This nut remover set uses for removing damaged, stripped, rusted or painted fasteners (screws/nuts/bolts) of all types, can be used with a combination wrench, adjustable wrench, pliers, v...
12. ABN Emergency Lug Nut Remover, Socket Set for Stripped Lugnut Removal
Lug Nut Remover removes the toughest lug nuts: deep internal reverse threads provide terrific grip on stubborn or stripped nutsUsed with air impact wrench running in reverse, deep reverse helix grips locking wheel nutWheel Nut Compatibility: 19, 21 & 22mm (Across Flats)Quality materials: made from h...
13. Milwaukee 48-22-0012 Compact Hand Operated Hack Saw w/ Tool-Less Blade Change (10 Inch Blade Included)
COMPACT DESIGN: The handle comes in at a mere 5 inches of length. This design lets you work in tight spaces that you couldn’t fit in with clunky power toolsTOOL-LESS BLADE CHANGES: A lever on top of the saw flips down to release your blades. You’ll be able to replace them in seconds with this in...
14. Makita MAC700 Big Bore 2.0 HP Air Compressor
- Cast iron pump with big bore cylinder and piston, combined with greater bore and stroke, delivers maximum performance
- Substantially lower noise levels with a large 1,720 RPM pump, enabling greater displacement at lower RPM
- Low amp draw reduces incidences of tripped breakers and voltage drop that can cause premature motor failure
- Oil lubricated provides cooler running pump, minimizes wear
- One-year manufacturer's warranty
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15. BLACK+DECKER BM3B Fully Automatic 6V/12V Battery Charger/Maintainer with Cable Clamps and O-Ring Terminals
- Charges and maintains 12 volt and 6 volt AGM, GEL and WET batteries
- Easy connection to vehicle battery using battery clips and O-ring terminals
- Stops charging automatically when battery is fully charged or topped off, switching to float mode monitoring
- Built-in circuit protection guards against overcharging, reverse polarity, or short circuit; ETL certified for performance and safety
- Mounting bracket built-in to charger for convenient placement
- AC Low voltage compensation ensures maximum performance when used with an extension cord
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16. Huge Auto Side Mirror Protect CoverSnow Ice Mirror Cover Universal Size Fits Cars SUV Truck Van with Advanced Anti Bird Poop Technology Frost Guard Mirror Cover (16x15inch(2 Pack), Silver)
- Anchor Books
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17. Keyless2Go New Keyless Remote 5 Button Flip Car Key Fob Select Impala Malibu Cruze Equinox and Other Vehicles That Use FCC OHT01060512
- This is a replacement remote flip key fob with uncut key blade for select GM vehicles; please check product description below for vehicle fit guide
- WILL NOT WORK FOR VEHICLES WITH PASSIVE START OR ENTRY (also called PEPS key, smart key, pushbutton or proximity system)
- A website link to free DIY programming instructions will be provided with every order; CANADIAN vehicles require programming by a locksmith or dealership
- Replacement for part numbers: OHT01060512, 13504199, 20979468, 13574863, 13500221, 5912545 and more
- Complete remote flip key with all electronics and battery included plus FREE tech support
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18. Zoostliss Battery Kill Switch Isolator Disconnect Cut OFF Power for Vehicles Marine Car Boat RV ATV
When you want to protect your vehicle, a great device is called a battery kill switch. With the battery kill switch you gain the upper hand when it comes to control over thieves who want to drive off with your vehicle. With the key you can shut off the power from the battery so the car will not star...
19. EPAuto Spill Proof Radiator Coolant Filling Funnel Kit
- Allows color matching of caps for dedicated adapters.
- Cooling System fill kit prevents spills and trapped air. Trapped air pockets may cause erratic cooling system and heater performance.
- 5” Extension Bar and 45° Elbow allow access to caps under shrouds or at an angle.
- USPTO Patent No: US10519019B2
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20. DuraGo 29513268 Front Hub Assembly
- Precise ABS Signaling ensures proper brake function
- Studs designed to SAE/ASTM standards ensures quality and strength
- Forged from high grade bearing steel provides long lasting performance
- Induction heat treatment ensures long term durability
- Multi-lip seals provides water and debris contamination protection
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Those are my new favorite winter tire by far, but they wear down quick on pavement on the summer.
If you ever need a good tire for summer look into these https://www.amazon.com/Hankook-Dynapro-Performance-Radial-Tire-275/dp/B01KKWTSAA/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=dynapro+atm&qid=1572248975&sr=8-1
We run them on most of our trucks too. They have the mountain snowflake symbol as well so they are rated for ice, but in my experience they dont do anywhere near as good at the coopers but they wear like iron. They do sorta plug up with mud but great if you're mostly driving on pavement.
Make sure if you get some dynapros they are the ATMs and not the regular dynapro, they have different rubber compounds
Good luck!
Hey! I started much where you are and had no real way of learning from someone else on what to buy, what to look for, etc. etc. I've got a few tips for you!
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When I first started wrenching, I thought I needed air tools. Every mechanic's shop has airtools. Cars are big and mechanical, and it made sense that I'd need something beefy to pull them apart. TOTALLY FALSE. I'll let you know that 90% of my tools are handtools from harbor freight and I probably spent no more than $200 on the collection. Here's a rundown of my most used/invaluable tools:
And that's basically it. Lift your car on level ground. Use jackstands. "Getting to" the actual issue is always like 80% of the work. The work itself is pretty easy generally. Youtube and reddit ( r/mechanicadvice, r/cars, and r/justrolledintotheshop ) are invaluable resources. These people know their shit and they know yours too. PB Blaster is magic oil. If something goes wrong, get it on video for the experts to see and hear instead of describing a skrrt skrrt sound when you're turning left then right, you know? Get cheap tools to start with. When they break, you know that you use them enough to justify better ones. If I've told you not to skimp somewhere, it's because I've skimped there before and I don't want you sitting there defeated. Buy tools as you need them. Start basic, then expand. It's not called a collection because you bought them all at the same time from the same place.
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I got my start by changing my oil. Then my brakes. Then replacing this, then that, and now I'd feel comfortable working on a brand new vehicle. I'm no expert either. Just casual stuff. Building confidence is a big part of it. I wish you luck my man. If you ever need anything, let me know and if I don't have the answer, I'll find it for you.
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To clarify. The tools I listed above are 99% of what I use.
Thanks for the answer! This is the first time we've been met with a car that recommends a variety of oils. We've only owned Chevy, Jeep, and Toyota in the past and they all have a pre-set oil viscosity they want irregardless of your climate.
I'm in New England USA which means its fairly moderate. Warm summers, chilly winters but rarely anything into the extremes.
Our cars mostly run 5W-30 which is why I was hoping we could get away with using that if it is a direct place in.
I'm thinking of using the Mobil 1 European Formula
https://www.amazon.com/Mobil-120760-Synthetic-Motor-0W-40/dp/B00HG76A9A/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1478619568&sr=8-1&keywords=mobil+1+european+car+formula+0w-40
http://www.mercedesmedic.com/how-to-change-oil-mercedes-benz-diy-instructions-video/
Because that website recommended it. But I see it nowhere listed on the MB 229.5 page. Only general Mobil1 shows up there
Thanks!
Edit:
Got the Castrol 0W-40 :) all good
Yes, you can definitely maximize you high-beams. Your high-beams take H7 bulbs. Consider this Swedish test of various H7 bulbs. The best H7 tested, the Philips XtremeVision +130%, increased sight distance by 62 feet over stock.
The good news is that the Philips XtremeVision is an easy, cheap upgrade.
The better news is that the Philips XtremeVision H7 has been trumped by the Philips RacingVision H7 +150%, so with these Racing Visions, you can expect even more than 62+ feet of sight distance for like 2 dollars more. The trade-off is somewhat shorter lifespan, but I'd rather spend a few dollars on bulbs than hit a deer in prairie country!
So one of the best things I ever did to my beaters is one of the stitch-on leather steering wheel wraps. They take about an hour to put on, but it improves the feeling of a cheap plastic wheel 1000x and they're less than $15. Take your time when doing the stitching, though, a rush job will be noticeable once you're done.
What I'm talking about is something like this.
Yeah those are a simple "security" lug style. When purchased they would have come with a socket or adapter to remove them. Scour the car top to bottom, if you're lucky its in there somewhere.
If you're unlucky you can get something like this or this, your local parts house might have something like them.
Oh, did not know that. Looks like a tight area to work in with a bolt extractor like this: https://www.walmart.com/c/kp/bolt-extractors
Or, if there's room enough to work, I'd try a metal hacksaw blade to create a groove for a flat-head socket bit, or locking vice grips to unscrew the bolt stubs. They 'should' turn relatively easily.
https://www.amazon.com/Milwaukee-48-22-0012-Operated-Tool-Less-Included/dp/B003VY8WA2/ref=pd_cp_60_3?pd_rd_w=X8DFN&pf_rd_p=ef4dc990-a9ca-4945-ae0b-f8d549198ed6&pf_rd_r=Z8MD51F382SSVSKN8MDA&pd_rd_r=0708639c-9c14-11e9-80a3-a18782f7606f&pd_rd_wg=oSuRD&pd_rd_i=B003VY8WA2&psc=1&refRID=Z8MD51F382SSVSKN8MDA
https://www.harborfreight.com/6-inch-mini-hacksaw-65341.html
One last suggestion is to drill out the bolts and install "heli-coils". Wrap tape on drill bit at around 1 3/4" from end of bit so you wont drill to deeply. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RFYa6sjhh_E
I have a Makita MAC700(~$200) and it is incredibly quiet. You can have a conversation at normal speaking volume with the compressor running in the same room. The tank isn't huge, so I wouldn't use it for sanding or painting, but it's great for the typical DIY'er in a home garage.
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0001Q2VK0/
Yep. These devices are made for that application.
If you store your car outdoor, I'd recommend getting a car cover similar to this (get one that fit your car), which will reduce paint damage from UV exposure. I also put the car on a tarp to reduce rust under it (I live in Canada, this is good for winter especially).
If you live in an area where it can go below freezing, leave your fuel tank completely full.
Fuel stabilizer is a good idea, but not necessary for 5 months.
If you want, you can also over inflate your tires to prevent them from flat spotting. Again, this is not necessary, more like the cherry on top.
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So, to summarize, get a battery maintainer and a tarp if outdoor. Change the oil when you come back. If you stay for like 6 months, then leave the oil in the car when you leave and change when you are about to drive it.
They actually make a product specifically for what you need https://www.amazon.com/Mirror-Protect-Universal-Advanced-Technology/dp/B07L2L12C2?th=1
Or just use a heavy duty clear zip lock bag and zip tie it or tape like the other guy said. Pull the back around the "neck" of the mirror and put the tape on tight around the skinny part. That should hold it tight without putting tape on the car itself.
Was maybe thinking of just getting this instead of even messing with the radio, I would be fine with just the Aux I just hope the sound quality is decent https://www.amazon.com/Nulaxy-Bluetooth-Transmitter-Handsfree-Voltmeter/dp/B01IT5QGLE?ref_=ws_cp_683579111e120b744774_dp_1_t_p
http://www.autoloc.com/catalog/FlipKey-Remote/FlipKey-Only/TRKB/AutoLoc-Switch-Blade-Flip-Key-System
https://www.amazon.com/Keyless2Go-Keyless-Equinox-Vehicles-OHT01060512/dp/B00XZ9PJUO
Honestly I'm surprised that car has electric locks...
If you're willing to pop the hood every night, something like this would make it relatively painless: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071D55VM3
Thanks, hub bearing seems to be what it is.
I've never replaced them before and I'm kind of confused. I guess it's two pieces and I can just replace the bearing since it's the wear part? or are there instances where I need to replace both?
Also if I just replace the bearing I have to get it pressed together right? Does that require special tools/a shop?
I found this on Amazon, since it says assembly that means it's the hub and the bearing pressed together already, right?