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Back in the day, I was taught when a trailer, without brakes, begins to sway, you do not touch the brakes (not even a tap). Let off the gas and try to hold the car straight and never try to counter act the swaying trailer. A trailer with properly adjusted brakes will respond favorably to...

I'm more worried about the 17 year old with there hands and attention glued to their phone. Yikes! Also, this is a Maverick, with a lot of recalls, not a jet.

Some thing else to consider is, more additives, less base oil. Could it be that the base oil is not quite as good and requires additional additives to meet certain parameters at the expense of others? Marketing is everything.

Only problem with that is the fuel is sprayed directly into the cylinder. It never passes through the throttle body on the Ecoboost engine. Well duh, I missed that the OP has a hybrid. Sorry.

Check your owners manual. It will have a specification identifier which Ford approves for your engine. Check the the oil brand of your choice to see if they meet that Ford spec. Mobile 1 lists my '24 Ecoboost spec. I can get 3 gallons for $60 (box with plastic blatter). Consistent...

https://www.mavericktruckclub.com/forum/threads/boost-vacuum-gauge-connection.50974/#post-877287 This install has worked well for me. There are so many variables (head and tail winds, terrain, temperature, etc) that can effect the amount of boost required at any given speed and rpm, it's...

Spec'd fluid is DOT4 LV (low viscosity), At least for Ecoboost. The brake system is not vented to atmosphere. The reservoir cap is vented, but the expandable rubber seal is not. As your brakes wear, the level in the reservoir goes down. The caps rubber seal will expand to fill the void in...

Swapping out 10+ year old brake lines with SS lines (or new OEM rubber lines) will make a noticeable difference. Probably not so much when swapping newer lines. FYI: The maverick is spec'd for Low Viscocity Brake Fluid (DOT4 LV). Just something to consider for ABS operation in cold weather.

Please follow up on the diagnosis. That sounds terrible.

Well, live and learn. Thanks for the explanation.

So when a semi crosses state lines and swings into the weight station (or uses the electronic reader), it's that fee being collected used to maintain roads?

Actually, a hose clamp or a large zip-tie would be just as affective and probably would not be effected by ice build up.

Well, it's a removable tailgate. That flimsy piece of metal does serve a purpose. Check page 82 of the manual so you'll know what NOT to do to keep the tailgate from accidently coming off.

I too followed the Owners Manual instructions with no success. But now, with the safety brake off and not waiting a period of time for the red seatbelt emblem to extinguish, it work the first time for both front seats! Thanks Still no luck with the rear seats.

And Ranch is correct about DI engines. Fuel only contacts the combustion chamber side of the valves, not the valve stems, which can collect deposits over time.

What I've read about Top Tier Station designation is that all grades sold at that station use the same amount additives. Meaning all grades must be Top Tier.

I put on the Ford tri-fold cover which looks very simular to a Backflip cover. Fits good. Not totally water tight but protects well from rain.

My does the same thing on long trips. Even just using the vent with AC off, it will occasionally short cycle the the compressor. Owners manual says it will occasionally increase airflow regardless of climate control settings. It infers that it's controlling the humidity. This info is in the...

They do sell devices for motorcycles which will activate, and/or flash your brake lights depending on the rate of decelleration. It is adjustable. I've have friends that installed them on their bikes since engine breaking can slow you down quite fast without a warning for the cars behind you...

According to U-Haul, most of their tow dolleys are equipped with surge brakes. And I believe they require the tow vehicle to be at least 750 lbs (???) heavier than the vehicle being towed.