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Forum: Technology November 20th 17, 11:41 AM Posted to rec.autos.tech
Replies: 2
Views: 412
Posted By Bob[_53_]
Noise Level On Directional & Asymmetric Tires ? (and, relative toNokian WR G3)

Hi,

Son and I are both using Nokian WR G3 tires.He has a Subaru Outback.

He loves them in the snow and ice conditions, but is always complaining
about the noise on a dry road.

I have them too, on...
Forum: Technology November 12th 17, 02:13 PM Posted to rec.autos.tech
Replies: 1
Views: 516
Posted By Bob[_53_]
2009 Buick LaCrosse Unlocking With Remote problem ?

Hi,

Have a 2009 Buick LaCrosse sedan.

The Remote won't unlock the doors, or the trunk anymore.
Have a new battery in it.

Before I bring it in, thought I'd ask here first.

What usually goes for...
Forum: Technology November 8th 17, 12:55 PM Posted to rec.autos.tech
Replies: 0
Views: 396
Posted By Bob[_53_]
Mag. Subscription Opinions, Please ?

Hello,

In my 80's now, so please bear with me a bit:

Want to give a mag. subscription as a gift.

Recipient would be very non-technical, but enjoys reading about the
latest and greatest to come...
Forum: Technology October 15th 17, 06:51 PM Posted to rec.autos.tech
Replies: 1
Views: 334
Posted By Bob[_53_]
Directional And Asymmetrical Tire Designation(s)

Hi,

On a tire that is both Asymmetrical and Directional, how would they
likely be marked for mounting ?

Just a simple arrow showing rotational direction ?
(no Inside or Outside designations)

Or,...
Forum: Technology October 9th 17, 05:45 PM Posted to rec.autos.tech
Replies: 2
Views: 438
Posted By Bob[_53_]
Tire Question From Sr. Citizen

Hello,

Thanks again for previous help. Very nice of you all.
Sr. Citizen now, so please bear with me a bit.

Have to get new tires for my 2009 Buick LaCrosse (4 door sedan)

Live outside of Boston....
Forum: Technology October 4th 17, 11:41 AM Posted to rec.autos.tech
Replies: 1
Views: 437
Posted By Bob[_53_]
Mixing Of Tires Question

Hello,

Thanks for previous help and info.
Great group.

Nothing is ever simple, I guess.

Have a 2009 Buick LaCrosse
Live in Boston. Get our share of snow and ice, but nothing like
northern Maine...
Forum: Technology October 1st 17, 05:47 PM Posted to rec.autos.tech
Replies: 4
Views: 502
Posted By Bob[_53_]
Tire Wear Question ?

Hello,

Have a 2009 Buick LaCrosse.

Using Michelin all-season tires; do not change them
out over the summer.
About 40-50 K on them now.

I noticed the front two tires have "considerably" more wear...
Forum: Technology September 21st 17, 11:52 AM Posted to rec.autos.tech
Replies: 1
Views: 221
Posted By Bob[_53_]
Tire Pressure Monitor System Question

Hello,

Family member has a 2015 Subaru Outback Premium.

Will be having all 4 tires replaced soon (at approx. 50,000 miles)

Question regarding the Tire Pressure Monitor System, please:

The quote...
Forum: Technology September 11th 17, 12:51 PM Posted to rec.autos.tech
Replies: 1
Views: 248
Posted By Bob[_53_]
Nokian WR-G3 Tires: Opinions On, Please

Hello,

Live in New England.

Fair amount of Snow and ice during the winter, but nothing like, e.g.,
Northern Maine.

Considering the Nokian WR-G3 (shown on their site as "all-weather")
as a...
Forum: Technology September 11th 17, 12:50 PM Posted to rec.autos.tech
Replies: 0
Views: 258
Posted By Bob[_53_]
Opinions On Nokian WR-G3 ?

Hello,

Live in New England.

Fair amount of Snow and ice during the winter, but nothing like, e.g.,
Northern Maine.

Considering the Nokian WR-G3 (shown on their site as "all-weather")
as a...
Forum: Technology September 11th 17, 12:46 PM Posted to rec.autos.tech
Replies: 2
Views: 276
Posted By Bob[_53_]
Asymmetrical Tire Question, Please

Hello,

Think I have a decent understanding of asymmetrical tires, and how
they must carefully be mounted with the appropriate (as marked) side
outwards.

Are asymmetrical tires ever (also) marked...
Forum: Technology October 29th 16, 12:19 PM Posted to rec.autos.tech
Replies: 1
Views: 890
Posted By Bob[_53_]
Buick 2009 LaCrosse Trunk Release Problems. Manual Or Emerg. ReleaseFor ?

Hello,

Have a 2009 Buick LaCrosse.
Can't find the Manual for.

Was wondering if anyone might know a workaround for this:

New battery in fob, but very problematic if ever pressing on Trunk
Release...
Forum: Technology October 13th 16, 10:42 PM Posted to rec.autos.tech
Replies: 8
Views: 676
Posted By Bob[_53_]
Gearshift Location

Hello,

Just curious:

Do any of the new family size sedans, or SUV's have as an option
(anymore) having the gearshift on the steering wheel column ?

Or has that totally gone away now ?

Any cars...
Forum: Technology October 7th 16, 10:39 PM Posted to rec.autos.tech
Replies: 6
Views: 449
Posted By Bob[_53_]
Tire Mileage ?

Hi,

I realize there are a zillion variables involved, but
typically what might one expect these days for decent mileage on a
brand name, "high quality" all-weather tire ?

Live in New England, so...
Forum: Technology August 25th 16, 09:14 PM Posted to rec.autos.tech
Replies: 7
Views: 594
Posted By Bob[_53_]
New Battery And State Inspection Question, Please

Hi,

Am outside of Boston, Mass.

Bob
------------------------------------

On 8/25/2016 2:08 PM, Scott Dorsey wrote:
> In article >, Bob > wrote:
>>...
Forum: Technology August 25th 16, 05:12 PM Posted to rec.autos.tech
Replies: 7
Views: 594
Posted By Bob[_53_]
From OP: New Battery And State Inspection Question, Please

Thanks for replies.
Much appreciated.

Retired: Don't understand the page 5 graphyou suggested
Could you explain it, please ?

And, the basic question:

Approx. how many miles, or is it ignition...
Forum: Technology August 25th 16, 03:03 PM Posted to rec.autos.tech
Replies: 7
Views: 594
Posted By Bob[_53_]
New Battery And State Inspection Question, Please

Hello,

Had a new battery installed yesterday.

Today, I went for a state inspection sticker, and they told me that
they couldn't do the inspection due to the new battery.

Apparently, all the...
Forum: Technology June 5th 16, 03:05 PM Posted to rec.autos.tech
Replies: 1
Views: 377
Posted By Bob[_53_]
Headlamp Module Question ?

Hello,

Have a 2009 Buick LaCrosse.
About 50,000 miles on it, only.

I recently received a Recall notice to
have the Head Lamp Module replaced.

One of my headlights just went out on me.
Parking...
Forum: Technology December 21st 15, 05:49 PM Posted to rec.autos.tech
Replies: 2
Views: 431
Posted By Bob[_53_]
Tire Pressure Moniotoring System Question

Hello,

Have a 2009 Buick LaCrosse.

Just got a dashboard icon and msg. that say to
check the Tire Pressure Monitoring System.

When I look at the individual pressures, I see that the front right is...
Forum: Technology November 16th 15, 07:57 PM Posted to rec.autos.tech
Replies: 7
Views: 533
Posted By Bob[_53_]
RPM in N Or Park, When Gas Pedal Depressed Fully ?

Hello,

Have a 2009 Buick LaCrosse.

I have probably not looked at this recently, but when I put the
gearshift into either N or P, and depress the gas pedal to the floor,
the indicated RPM never...
Forum: Technology June 25th 15, 04:05 PM Posted to rec.autos.tech
Replies: 2
Views: 307
Posted By Bob[_53_]
GM Ignition Switch / Key Question

Hello,

Re the GM ignition switch fiasco:

Have had the key modified at Dealership.

Talk about a "Mickey Mouse" solution to a serious defect.

Question: If one complains, and insists, will they...
Forum: Technology June 2nd 15, 07:13 PM Posted to rec.autos.tech
Replies: 0
Views: 350
Posted By Bob[_53_]
All Cars Metric These Days Re Fasteners ?

Hello,

Just curious:

Are all cars mfg. in the U.S., both "foreign" and "American" brands, all
Metric these days regarding fasteners, etc. ?

Thanks,
B.
Forum: Technology May 19th 15, 10:10 PM Posted to rec.autos.tech
Replies: 4
Views: 324
Posted By Bob[_53_]
Hitch Installation For Bike Carrier ?

Hello,

Considering installing a rear Hitch on car (2015 Subaru Outback) to
carry one of those Hitch mounted bike carriers.

The ones that attach to a Hitch seem a better solution than the ones
that...
Forum: Technology May 18th 15, 03:37 PM Posted to rec.autos.tech
Replies: 7
Views: 520
Posted By Bob[_53_]
From OP: Removing Pine Tar and Bird doo: What to use ?

Hi Guys,

As always, thanks for help.

Have also heard about a product called "Goop".

Anyone have any experience with it related to pine tar removal ?

Safe ? Totally ?
Forum: Technology May 17th 15, 06:44 PM Posted to rec.autos.tech
Replies: 7
Views: 520
Posted By Bob[_53_]
Removing Pine Tar and Bird doo: What to use ?

Hello,

New Subaru Outback, 2015
Twilight Blue Metallic.

Car is left outside, so has accumulated a fair amount of bird-doo, and
also resin from trees. (pine tar ?).

What's totally safe to dissolve...
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