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The cover may not be the best design but it's necessary. I say that from my experience of running over a retread from a semi and smashing an oil pan in a car without a cover.

When I reach 3K in my hybrid I'll use Costco's Kirkland ( by Warren ). It's the same as Walmart's Supertech which I've used successfully in other cars. With the certifications that motor oils are required to meet there's little chance of an inferior product. I keep a folder and log book with all...

Every time I go through a drive through I get napkins galore so that along with spare change is what I keep in my console.

I don't know about other parts of the country but I remember what we called them in South Carolina.

Hope the Pasti-dip comes off the fuel door. The last time I used the stuff on wheels it wouldn't peal off.

A combination that doesn't clash

I made my own tie downs which can be tucked away under the hood when not in use. Used nylon straps from a tote bag attached with bolts already present. Used a soldering iron to burn the holes as cutting it can cause nylon to fray. You need one for each side and the fact that they can be mounted...

Sorry to say but those colors clash. I'd paint those wheels silver.

I would highly recommend cinch tie downs on both bow and stern.

Unless there's a sandstorm you should be ok.

I lived in El Paso during my army days. Not a area I'd recommend unless you like blowing sand, rock mountains and few trees. The sand can be brutal on a car's finish.

Another reason I DIY oil changes is I've seen too many examples of ham fisted mechanics who over tightened drain plugs and stripped the threads. Then to hide their mistake they'll add a self tapping oversized drain plug to the unsuspecting customer's car. Now don't get me started on how hard it...

Florida is not what it once was and never will you hear a southern accent. It's so expensive and over crowded to live there the half-wayers ( as they call themselves ) are now retiring in the Carolinas. I would think the PNW would be a great choice if you stay away from the large cities.

I used to haul 3 kayaks with a minivan ( 2 on top and one inside with seats folded ) and 3 bikes on a hitch mount. There was still room on the inside for gear with 3 passengers sitting behind each other. I would think wooden kayaks are for lakes and oceans. We did lots of rivers with so many...

Back in the day we called the fixed three spoke hubcaps like the ones above flippers while spinners were the ones that kept spinning when you came to a stop. The smooth ovals were called moon discs.

I'm almost your age but if I didn't use a creeper it would be a lot more difficult.

You can't discount the main advantage of DIY oil changes which gives one the satisfaction of knowing it was done right. The last and only time I paid to have an oil change was at a dealership when the jack leg mechanic forgot to tighten the drain plug. Got home just in time to notice the puddle...

My last truck was a 1996 standard cab Chevy S-10. Now that was a much smaller truck than the Maverick.

The whole truck is larger than we expected. I bought it for my wife who is tall and likes to sit up high. Now she's back driving the Accord and I get the Maverick. But I'm quite happy with the swap. The only issue I've had is fitting it into a Walmart parking space. It's not easy to pull up far...

With fender skirts, I guess flipper hubcaps wouldn't fit on the back. Loved those old Merc's.