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"Making Changes At Wal*Mart"

Posted by Ruth Clements on November 6, 2013 at 6:38pm

For the last year, Walmart has been running a high-priced disinformation campaign to confuse us into believing their jobs pay a decent wage. Share this to help spread the truth!

Recently, a Walmart CEO bragged in a presentation to Goldman Sachs that 475,000 workers make more than $25,000. That means most of Walmart's 1.3 M workers make less! http://bit.ly/1dJx08r

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Synthetic OIls

Posted by Towanda D. Cooper on February 11, 2009 at 5:06pm

As a part of the oil change series, I want to include synthetic oils. I am asked for my opinion, all the time. Do I recommend using synthetic over traditional oils? There is nothing wrong with traditional oils. In my last note, I explained how traditional oils work. When using synthetic oils, there are advantages and disadvantages. Before using any type of oil or chemcial in your vehicle, check your owner's manual for guidance.Synthetic oil came into the picture during WWII. It was used in airplanes. In the mid 1960s, it was marketed and produced for automobiles. The oil was a substitute for the traditional oils that lacked the necessary ingredients found in traditional oils. Today, traditional oils have caught up to its counterpart. But, the war over traditional and synthetic oil continues.The technical advantages of synthetic motor oils include:Better low and high temperature viscosity performanceBetter chemical and shear abilityDecreased evaporative lossResistance to oxidation, thermal breakdown, and oil sludge problemsExtended oil change intervals with the environment benefitting through oil wasteImproved fuel economy for certain vehiclesBetter lubrication on cold startsThe disadvantages of synthetic motor oils include:Today's cost of synthetic motor oilPotential decomposition problems in certain chemical environmentsPotentially not a benefit for older model vehiclesIt's not recommended to switch back and forth between using synthetic and traditional motor oils. As stated in the advantages, your vehicle will become accustomed to operating at a slightly higher temperature. No matter what type of motor oil your vehicle uses, it still will need changing. Schedule your appointment today, your vehicle will thank you.

How Does My Motor Oil Help Keep the Engine Running Clean?

Posted by Towanda D. Cooper on February 7, 2009 at 2:18am

In my travels, people ask about different motor oils, and adding additives. Everyone has their preference on name-brand oils. I don’t get into the brand-name battle. As for additives, there isn’t a need to add an additive to your motor oil. As we all know, regular oil changes are one of the most important things that can be done to extend the life of an engine. Premium-quality motor oil will maintain its effectiveness over the life of the oil drain, allowing it to help keep the engine clean. In every bottle of oil there are certain additives that play a key role. Unfortunately, the petroleum industry isn’t required to put the motor ingredients on the bottle. But, the additives are in there. Anti-wear additives help lay down the protective film between moving parts, and stops oxidation of the motor oil. Dispersants grab the dirt and sludge before they build up during engine operation. Detergents help keep high-temperatures surfaces clean (pistons). Changing the oil at proper intervals will help to prevent ring sticking and piston deposits. The viscosity index improvers are additives that are added to ensure proper oil viscosity at extreme cold and hot operating conditions. Make sure your vehicle has its proper oil weight. If not, you’re making your vehicle work harder. Friction modifiers help to reduce friction in critical areas of the engine, thus enhancing the vehicle’s fuel economy. In order for the motor oil to complete its job, follow the recommended oil change intervals, and motor oil specifications found in the owner’s manual.

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