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ZR
07-24-2015, 07:31 AM
Just like the title says, are you getting enough regular service done on your ride? So your '05 or '06 only has 30k on the clock, your mindset may be it's too new to need anything beyond the odd oil change (even then, maybe not often enough) but all it's other fluids are 10yrs old. Yup, brake fluid, trans fluid and diff fluids are old old old. Had the caliper slides serviced, front end checked, are the tires still in date? Stuff like that plus belts and hoses are far too often overlooked and just begging for a place to leave you stranded.
Do yourself a solid, make sure the basics are looked after on a more regular basis.

KIDAGIN
07-24-2015, 07:43 AM
I do about 6000 or 7000 KMs a year and review most of those things twice a year plus an oil change before storage.
I keep a record of all service annd mods I talk to the good DR about these things when i go there for service.

Dutch
07-24-2015, 09:11 AM
My 1980 still has original wipers. Lol

b1lk1
07-24-2015, 09:29 AM
And here I thought brake fluid turned black like fine wine as it aged....

Solid advice, my father in law just blew a motor, lack of maintenance. He blew a transmission last year, ignored check engine light/warning signs. I check my daily driver, all 4 tires off every 3-4 months. I address all leaks as I find them, not when they get worse. My 1992 Dodge B250 with 315,000 KM won't leave a spot of anything in your driveway. Nothing is broken or wrong with it mechanically.

My Mustang is receiving the same treatment, won't be officially driven until it is absolutely sound. Almost there too!!!

Not4you
07-24-2015, 09:48 AM
The Mustang gets plenty, much more frequent than any recommended service schedule.

The Edge gets everything it needs, when it needs it since we have the Ford Service package on it so everything is "free".

My subbie needs some attention but may be going in later today or tomorrow.

Tailites
07-24-2015, 10:53 AM
My 1980 still has original wipers. Lol

havent had wipers on my car for 5 years

99chromegt
07-24-2015, 11:27 AM
I drive about 2000km a year and change the ENTIRE drivetrain every year. Helps keep maintenance costs down. :)

NickD
07-24-2015, 02:11 PM
Maybe not sure, I have a good mechanic, hopefully he will make suggestions on thing that need to be done....