Chevy isn’t losing $49,000 on every Volt it sells, for God’s sake

[SMOKE 1,426]

Define over time.

At last count I've cycled over 125 vehicles though my fleet in 26 years. I've never in my life ever purchased a fuel injector for any vehicle EXCEPT when I am building a hot rod and I need more flow.

Bad fuel causing clogged injectors and changing oil every 3,000 miles are part of the fleecing of America.

idk i've been under a few hoods in my day. lower grade fuel will cause problems through out your fuel & induction systems. pouring a can of BG 44k in the tank @ 30,000 & BG supercharge2 each additional 10k should keep you fuel & induction systems running fine.

try an adjustable fuel regulator before dumping the big bucks on oversized injectors next time. most injectors can handle the added pressure & flow.

i wouldn't go over 5k between oil changes unless you're using full synthetic & i'd still replace the filter & top off @ 5k.

I recall reading that the volt will require a new battery($30k) after only 5-6 years. Who's going to buy one of these second hand?

its about $3000 for a reman @ the dealer. the $34k is for a new one & is for exports only.

Edited September 12, 2012 by SMOKE

[Ban Hammer 13,347]

Define over time.

At last count I've cycled over 125 vehicles though my fleet in 26 years. I've never in my life ever purchased a fuel injector for any vehicle EXCEPT when I am building a hot rod and I need more flow.

Bad fuel causing clogged injectors and changing oil every 3,000 miles are part of the fleecing of America.

in the case of my pickup, that's about once a year.

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idk i've been under a few hoods in my day. lower grade fuel will cause problems through out your fuel & induction systems. pouring a can of BG 44k in the tank @ 30,000 & BG supercharge2 each additional 10k should keep you fuel & induction systems running fine.

try an adjustable fuel regulator before dumping the big bucks on oversized injectors next time. most injectors can handle the added pressure & flow.

i wouldn't go over 5k between oil changes unless you're using full synthetic & i'd still replace the filter & top off @ 5k.

its about $3000 for a reman @ the dealer. the $34k is for a new one & is for exports only.

I seriously doubt that you've worked on any thing other than a lawn mower.

Real Autoists will never make such a ridiculous statement as you've just stated.

1) Injectors are calibrated for flow. A certain horsepower treshold requires certain gpm flow rate. A fuel regualtor is used to reduce the flow rate to match the engien build and NOT to suddenly make a injector flow higher..

2) Additionally, you're still guessing about when to change the oil. Stop being lazy and get a sampole of your oil to a lab for testing and they will tell you your optimal change schedule.

Friend, this is not the top forums where you can dazzle the Ladies. Don't come in here with come kakamimi thesis.

[The Nature Boy 4,224]

Well, then everyone seems to be selling discount gas. Shell, BP, Citgo and the rest of the bunch. I've been getting my gas at those stations for as long as I live here. Put close to 200K miles on my last car and never had issues with the fuel injectors. But what do I know?

For once you are absolutely correct. all refineries share the same pipelines and most if not all stations get their gas from the same distributor in a local area.

The only difference in name brand gas like Chevron is they might add a an additive like Techron. Other than that the 93 octane you get at the Raceway for 3.79 is the same exact gas and came out of the same tank as the 3.99 per gallon gas you get across the street at Chevron. .

Hate to burst the bubble of you people who think buying expensive name brand gas makes it better.

[SMOKE 1,426]

I seriously doubt that you've worked on any thing other than a lawn mower.

Real Autoists will never make such a ridiculous statement as you've just stated.

1) Injectors are calibrated for flow. A certain horsepower treshold requires certain gpm flow rate. A fuel regualtor is used to reduce the flow rate to match the engien build and NOT to suddenly make a injector flow higher..

2) Additionally, you're still guessing about when to change the oil. Stop being lazy and get a sampole of your oil to a lab for testing and they will tell you your optimal change schedule.

Friend, this is not the top forums where you can dazzle the Ladies. Don't come in here with come kakamimi thesis.

you'd lose a bet. unless you're talking about a trailered 1/4 mile car, you don't need over 42lb injectors. if you use larger you'll need to dump a fortune into the heads & throttle body to match the increased fuel or you're just drowning the engine.

what kinda dumbass is going to take his oil to a lab?...oh wait nevermind we know

Edited September 12, 2012 by SMOKE

[mawilson 2,133]

Gas Buddy, by the way, is not some random site. It's pretty damn accurate and helps people find lower gas prices in their area. It really works. Maybe you should try it next time before you go fill up. Could save you a few bucks.

It's clearly inaccurate.

This is the gas station I used:

http://www.newyorkgasprices.com/Gulf_Gas_Stations/Manhattan/56287/index.aspx

First of all, it's now a BP station and not Gulf (although it used to be Gulf). Secondly, Premium costs more than $4.69 there.

[Teddy B 17,252]

Changing the oil in your vehicle every 3k miles is probably the most important preventive maintenance you can do. Keeping your oil clean and it's viscosity constant will cut down on engine wear and costly repairs. It will also help to prolong the life of your engine gaskets such as valve covers and oil pans, if the oil isn't broken down over time it won't eat away at your gaskets. You getting better gas mileage and also don't need to pay for any of the synthetic oil, by changing it every 3k miles. There is no fleecing going on there, it's absolutely true.

I have changed the oil faithfully every 3k miles in every vehicle I have ever owned and I have never had any major engine problems in any of them.

[Mr. Big Dog 10,747]

It's clearly inaccurate.

This is the gas station I used:

http://www.newyorkgasprices.com/Gulf_Gas_Stations/Manhattan/56287/index.aspx

First of all, it's now a BP station and not Gulf (although it used to be Gulf). Secondly, Premium costs more than $4.69 there.

Well, so it's just another one of the things that doesn't work in NYC while working quite well in the rest of the country.

ETA - this here site actually lists the $4.95. Still has the station as Gulf rather than BP, though.

http://www.ohmygas.com/gas-station/Gulf-E-23rd-St---Fdr-Dr-New-York-NY-10010/8374

Edited September 12, 2012 by Mr. Big Dog

[Mr. Big Dog 10,747]

Changing the oil in your vehicle every 3k miles is probably the most important preventive maintenance you can do. Keeping your oil clean and it's viscosity constant will cut down on engine wear and costly repairs. It will also help to prolong the life of your engine gaskets such as valve covers and oil pans, if the oil isn't broken down over time it won't eat away at your gaskets. You getting better gas mileage and also don't need to pay for any of the synthetic oil, by changing it every 3k miles. There is no fleecing going on there, it's absolutely true.

I have changed the oil faithfully every 3k miles in every vehicle I have ever owned and I have never had any major engine problems in any of them.

Changed the oil in my Nissan every 7-10K miles and never had an issue with the engine. Ever. That car was just fine with close to 200K miles on it 10 years after I bought it. That was until some old guy decided to crash into it. Otherwise, that thing would probably still transport me reliably today.

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you'd lose a bet. unless you're talking about a trailered 1/4 mile car, you don't need over 42lb injectors. if you use larger you'll need to dump a fortune into the heads & throttle body to match the increased fuel or you're just drowning the engine.

what kinda dumbass is going to take his oil to a lab?...oh wait nevermind we know

What bet? I didn't remember making a bet with you. Stop making up shyte.

You don't what engine I built, what it was built for or the intended usage yet you flailed around with a silly posture that a fuel regulator solves the issue of needing a higher flow injector.

You can call me a dumbass (I'm thick skinned, not one the ninnies that runs to mods) but this dumbass uses technology to his advantage and helps the environment by prolonging the use of his oil and not creating needless waste. You need to crawl out from under your rock more. Getting your oil tested is a simple process for most but I guess that anything other than putting the key in the ignition will be too much work for you.

Edited September 12, 2012 by Gowon

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Changing the oil in your vehicle every 3k miles is probably the most important preventive maintenance you can do. Keeping your oil clean and it's viscosity constant will cut down on engine wear and costly repairs. It will also help to prolong the life of your engine gaskets such as valve covers and oil pans, if the oil isn't broken down over time it won't eat away at your gaskets. You getting better gas mileage and also don't need to pay for any of the synthetic oil, by changing it every 3k miles. There is no fleecing going on there, it's absolutely true.

I have changed the oil faithfully every 3k miles in every vehicle I have ever owned and I have never had any major engine problems in any of them.

Of course you shouldn't have had any oil related issue. But you're throwing money down the drain and increasing polution waste. All the reasosn that you state suggests that you send your oil to a lab. For $20 you'll have concrete and scientific analysis.

Changed the oil in my Nissan every 7-10K miles and never had an issue with the engine. Ever. That car was just fine with close to 200K miles on it 10 years after I bought it. That was until some old guy decided to crash into it. Otherwise, that thing would probably still transport me reliably today.

Excellent.

Most folks are Sheeps that just follow that little sticker that some oil monkey placed on the window. The sticker is revenue based and doesn't consider the improvements that has been made in all types of oil.

Porsche 911 calls for a 20Kmile oil change interval as an example but I still sent my oil to a lab.

[JohnR! 5,495]

For once you are absolutely correct. all refineries share the same pipelines and most if not all stations get their gas from the same distributor in a local area.

The only difference in name brand gas like Chevron is they might add a an additive like Techron. Other than that the 93 octane you get at the Raceway for 3.79 is the same exact gas and came out of the same tank as the 3.99 per gallon gas you get across the street at Chevron. .

Hate to burst the bubble of you people who think buying expensive name brand gas makes it better.

Chevron used to be the only company that owned its own pipeline. I am it sure that is still true...

Although there is no benefit in pumping premium when your car's manual calls for regular, some argue that you're better off with tier 2 regular then with premium from a discount chain, because tier 2 does come with detergents and all that good stuff...

[mawilson 2,133]

Well, so it's just another one of the things that doesn't work in NYC while working quite well in the rest of the country.

ETA - this here site actually lists the $4.95. Still has the station as Gulf rather than BP, though.

http://www.ohmygas.com/gas-station/Gulf-E-23rd-St---Fdr-Dr-New-York-NY-10010/8374

Guess so! This link is spot on

[I AM NOT THAT GUY 5,715]

For once you are absolutely correct. all refineries share the same pipelines and most if not all stations get their gas from the same distributor in a local area.

The only difference in name brand gas like Chevron is they might add a an additive like Techron. Other than that the 93 octane you get at the Raceway for 3.79 is the same exact gas and came out of the same tank as the 3.99 per gallon gas you get across the street at Chevron. .

Hate to burst the bubble of you people who think buying expensive name brand gas makes it better.

http://www.toptiergas.com/

[SMOKE 1,426]

What bet? I didn't remember making a bet with you. Stop making up shyte.

You don't what engine I built, what it was built for or the intended usage yet you flailed around with a silly posture that a fuel regulator solves the issue of needing a higher flow injector.

You can call me a dumbass (I'm thick skinned, not one the ninnies that runs to mods) but this dumbass uses technology to his advantage and helps the environment by prolonging the use of his oil and not creating needless waste. You need to crawl out from under your rock more. Getting your oil tested is a simple process for most but I guess that anything other than putting the key in the ignition will be too much work for you.

settle down tuffy. i said you'd lose a bet. not that we did bet.

lemme ask you this. if you turn the handle on a water faucet, do you only increase the pressure or are you increasing the flow too?

and i didn't call you a dumbass. i said what kind of dumbass takes their oil to a lab? apparently you have in the past.

you're an enviromentalist/hot rodder. ok.