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Those are very interesting. The concept of "tumbler" rings is novel. I couldn't find a set for the Maverick, but I wonder if the escape would work. I'm going to contact them. I have the "factory" wheel locks and, like the OP, am disappointed in them. The video below all but proves they...

Oil was thin and black, no chunks (typical used oil). I use Motorcraft full synth 5w30 and the Motorcraft filter the manual spec's. No additives at all. I'm wondering if it's the media from the can itself breaking down. It almost looks rusty to me.

Technically that was 7k worth of buildup. I emptied first at 6k oil change.

the so-called "clean side" or top

'22 Lariat, 2.0 Ecoboost. I just emptied my catch can for the second time at ~13k miles during oil change. The last empty was at ~6k miles. First drain at 6k oil change on the left, second drain at 13k on the right. A lot more nasty stuff. Deeper red color (rust?) and more sludge...

As a 2.0EB AWD owner that changes my own oil, I get where you're coming from. We like to do it ourselves more because we enjoy it, and don't trust strangers (IMO). I've had some bad experiences at dealerships and mechanics (no filter change, leaking drain plug, loose lug nuts after rotation)...

I see now that you have a hybrid. You will definitely not benefit from using premium at all. Hybrids use a naturally aspirated, port injected Atkinson engine. OP has an Ecoboost, which will see slightly improved performance and MPG, per Ford engineers and the laws of Thermodynamics.

The Ford manual for my 1.5L Ecoboost Fusion literally says it will retard the timing if you use 87, which results in a slight loss of power and mpg. While the Maverick manual does not explicitly state this, it is also a direct injection Ecoboost engine. Did the ford engineers put that in the...

As many others have said, 87 is fine. Premium will slightly increase HP and Fuel economy due to optimal ignition timing. The computer will retard the timing to account for premature detonation of lower octane fuel.

*UPDATE* I tried the prybar method, didn't come close to budging. Out came the tow strap and I dropped it into low with tow mode on. I was gentle on the gas and kept it under 2k rpm. After 3 tries, immediately gave up as the dumpster didn't even wiggle. By some miracle the truck showed up...

I like this idea as a first attempt, although I suspect the axle and bearings of that car have much less friction than the rusty roll off "wheels". I'd love to see the rolling resistance comparison, haha. Maybe I get some block and tackle and test Archimedes' theory.

It's a 10 yarder filled about half full with dirt. Spec's on a 10 yard are 3500lb empty, and cubic dirt can come in like 1500lb a yard. I think 10k is a reasonale guess. It's on rollers so i might try it. They at least put ply wood under the rollers to protect driveway.

I've got a problem. A contractor has left a roll off dumpster in front of my garage, and the company is having "trouble" picking it up. It's blocking the door from opening (they dropped it too close when I wasn't home). My question for everyone is, could/should I use my Mav with 4k tow to...

No recent service? Nothing left open in the cab? Something condensed on there, or was already on there and then reacted with something else. For that to happen overnight is very strange.

I've done Freeway miles in the mid 30's, somewhere around 34-35 with 91 octane. That was 65mph, cruise control on, no load and only me. You can get some good mpg's if you baby it and drive like your grandma.

In my head I'm imaging an Inuit family emerging from their Igloo, snow and ice as far as the eye can see. They pan from left to right, enjoing the beautiful artic morning, and suddenly see a brand new Lariat 2.0EB with AWD and tow package sitting there.

Motorcraft oil is really just Conoco-Phillps. It meets all requirements of the EB engine (if you get the right kind). Full synthetic will last you longer and hold up better during extreme conditions. The big knock on MC full syn is the price. It's higher than other Full synth for the same...

I use the ford pass points I got when I purchased the truck on Full synthetic and filter, both Motorcraft. Once warranty is over I'll probably switch to Mobil 1 or something similar. I've had a few bad experiences with dealerships not changing oil filters, leaving loose lug nuts, etc so I do...

From the looks of it, the impact didn't go through your hitch receiver? I think that's the death sentence, as the receiver translates the energy directly into the rails. Your bumper looks crumpled, which I think is a good sign. I had a similar accident (very new truck as well) that required...