Which model of goodyear tire and what are the weights of each tire?
From what i can tell, you increased the OD 5%, you increased the width 4%, and you increased the weight by 40 % and you lost 13% MPG.
Seems normal.
MPG
OD (in.)
lbs
GOODYEAR WRANGLER TERRITORY HT
19.5
31.54
32.66...
Is the noise from the front, middle, or the rear? from the side or underneath?
Do you feel it or just hear it?
Do you have a front or rear locker or LSD?
Is it engaged, maybe inadvertently?
Do you have a lift, bigger tires, or any mods?
Do you have the max tow package? I am sure the dealer would...
Thanks for the reply.
1. Do you consider either of the below products a "ceramic coating" that you reference? if so, i do that about every 3-6 months. Agree on the PW. Its a need, not a want. I have an old gas one, but it needs repair; looking at the new Ryobi. As noted, it's not easy to find...
I timed myself using the procedure in my original post.
Prep/Setup: about 30 minutes
Thorough Rinse including underbody: 40 minutes
Wash: 75 minutes prioritizing speed rather than thoroughness as i didn't plan to ceramic coat after this wash.
Quick Dry: 15 minutes using the 1500 towel from the...
Thanks. The description of this video has a pretty good list of products IMJOSHV uses. looks like some may be a little dated and some links are broken but overall inline with what you and others have mentioned.
youtube.com/watch?v=wYsQ6BvWL7Q&list=WL&index=1&pp=gAQBiAQB
Not the answer that you are looking for, but maybe some helpful info.
Trailer Sway Control | Ford How-To | Ford
Key things to know about Trailer Sway Control
Automatic:
The system is active by default when you start the truck and does not need to be manually turned on for normal driving...
Are there any surfaces or materials (elastomers, rubber, plastic, chrome, PVD Wheels, etc.) that you shouldn't put a Ceramic Spray Coating on?
Any solutions for keeping the bugs out of the water while you are trying to dry?
I also get a lot of bugs on the front camera, hood, grill, and...
After a wash, How do you prep your wash mitt and drying towel for the next wash (e.g. through it in the laundry with some Tide detergent?)
Which Ion exchange deionizer system do you use? I assume its H+/OH-.
Which pressure washer tip manufacturer or specific product do you recommend?
Any...
Thanks for the master class on car washing equipment. I have added a few to the cart and will build them out over time. still need to do some more research.
Thanks for the YT links. I'm going down the rabbit hole.
Do you guys have any links for products you recommend?
Grit guards
Washers
Nozzles
Car wash soaps
Foam cannons
Pressure washers
Etc.
Any guidance on the spray nozzle type, pressure setting, distance from sprayed surface for a pressure washer?
I have been tentative about using the pressure washer due to concerns of paint adhesion to the aluminum body.
I use the Turtle Wax 53409 Hybrid Solutions Ceramic Spray Coating on the windows, plastic, metal, fiberglass shell, etc.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07XYPS3P...ZH7FOPQIM&ref_=list_c_wl_lv_ov_lig_dp_it&th=1
I live in Southern CA and drive on dirt roads with very fine dusty frequently (~every week). See Picture.
The dust can inhibit some of the sensors and obstruct my view.
The dust doesn't rinse off easily with just water and a hose with jet nozzle.
So, I wash my truck once per week and it...