[aaronac8]

So, a new rear brake rotor hat does not need to be broken in as you would for a new set of rear brake pads with a new rear brake rotor?

As long as the rear shoes lock the rear wheels (within the specified “clicks”) when applied and allow the rear wheels to spin freely when disengaged, you should be good to go, correct?

[aaronac8]

So, a new rear brake rotor hat does not need to be broken in as you would for a new set of rear brake pads with a new rear brake rotor?

As long as the rear shoes lock the rear wheels (within the specified “clicks”) when applied and allow the rear wheels to spin freely when disengaged, you should be good to go, correct?

[aaronac8]

When you say the “valves are noisy” does that mean that you can hear the valves from inside the car or only in the engine bay? Do you have an example of what an engine with noisy valves would sound like?

[aaronac8]

When you say the “valves are noisy” does that mean that you can hear the valves from inside the car or only in the engine bay? Do you have an example of what an engine with noisy valves would sound like?

[aaronac8]

If my J Series engine is running fine, is there any downside to not adjusting the valves? In other words, can I ruin my engine by not doing a valve adjustment…..can the valves become tight enough on there own to burn them and cause engine failure?

By the way, I purchased your J Series timing belt video and was able to change the timing belt and water pump on my 2009 TL….well worth the money since it saved me a lot more, and had the satisfaction of doing it myself for the first time.

[aaronac8]

If my J Series engine is running fine, is there any downside to not adjusting the valves? In other words, can I ruin my engine by not doing a valve adjustment…..can the valves become tight enough on there own to burn them and cause engine failure?

By the way, I purchased your J Series timing belt video and was able to change the timing belt and water pump on my 2009 TL….well worth the money since it saved me a lot more, and had the satisfaction of doing it myself for the first time.

[aaronac8]

With an automatic climate control, when bleeding the system the temperature should be set at its maximum and the blower off (which is not possible with the automatic climate control), so instead you turn the system off. My question is what makes the heater control valve stay open even with the system off?

[aaronac8]

With an automatic climate control, when bleeding the system the temperature should be set at its maximum and the blower off (which is not possible with the automatic climate control), so instead you turn the system off. My question is what makes the heater control valve stay open even with the system off?

[aaronac8]

[quote=”matthewross1987″ post=50872][quote=”aaronac8″ post=50817]When I do my timing belt replacement I want to replace my grenade type hydraulic tensioner (as per Eric’s recommendation). Should I buy a new tensioner from honda or can I go with an after market brand? What aftermarket brand would be recommended?

I will probably buy a honda oem water pump, but a gates timing belt (since I believe gates makes the oem belt).

Any feedback would be greatly appreciated.[/quote]

Are you replacing it as preventative maintenance or for another reason? I have a 2009 civic with a hydraulic tensioner, so I’m curious about Eric’s recommendation to replace it.[/quote]

The grenade like tensioner tends to leak oil if reused, so it is recommended to be replaced when the timing belt is replaced.

[aaronac8]

[quote=”matthewross1987″ post=50872][quote=”aaronac8″ post=50817]When I do my timing belt replacement I want to replace my grenade type hydraulic tensioner (as per Eric’s recommendation). Should I buy a new tensioner from honda or can I go with an after market brand? What aftermarket brand would be recommended?

I will probably buy a honda oem water pump, but a gates timing belt (since I believe gates makes the oem belt).

Any feedback would be greatly appreciated.[/quote]

Are you replacing it as preventative maintenance or for another reason? I have a 2009 civic with a hydraulic tensioner, so I’m curious about Eric’s recommendation to replace it.[/quote]

The grenade like tensioner tends to leak oil if reused, so it is recommended to be replaced when the timing belt is replaced.

[aaronac8]

Why does the climate control fan have to be off when the heater is on high during the bleeding of the cooling system? Does having the fan on cause the engine to take longer to reach operating temperature?

[aaronac8]

Why does the climate control fan have to be off when the heater is on high during the bleeding of the cooling system? Does having the fan on cause the engine to take longer to reach operating temperature?

[aaronac8]

[quote=”aaronac8″ post=47004]Eric, I know you mention that different color coolants can not be mixed. So what is your opinion on a coolant like “Peak Long Life 50/50 Prediluted Antifreeze and Coolant” that claims it is for ALL makes and models?

Also, this product description mentions that “Long Life coolant technology is formulated for use in all automobiles and light-duty trucks; OEM approved for GM, Ford, Chrysler and Honda vehicles”: http://shop.advanceautoparts.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_long-life-50-50-prediluted-antifreeze-and-coolant-%281-gallon%29-peak_7020021-p?searchTerm=antifreeze#fragment-1%5B/quote%5D

Just received this email from Peak customer service: (my car is an acura 2009 TL):

Thanks for your e-mail. PEAK LONG LIFE ANTIFREEZE/COOLANT utilizes organic
acid technology (OAT). It meets ASTM Test Specification D-3306 and D-4340
which are the industry accepted quality standards for automotive coolant.
In addition, it also meets or exceeds Manufacturer’s performance
requirements. This formulation provides 5 years or 150,000 miles of
maximum corrosion protection for all makes and models of gasoline and light
duty diesel engine cooling systems when a complete cooling system flush and
fill is performed.

The Extended Life corrosion inhibitor technology used in PEAK LONGLIFE
ANTIFREEZE/COOLANT has been used extensively and found to be compatible
with all known coolant technologies currently in use today. This allows
you to add it to your vehicle’s cooling system without any detrimental
effects. For maximum benefits a complete cooling system flush and fill is
required.

You may safely use the PEAK LONG LIFE ANTIFREEZE in your Acura.

PEAK Tech Dept.

[aaronac8]

[quote=”aaronac8″ post=47004]Eric, I know you mention that different color coolants can not be mixed. So what is your opinion on a coolant like “Peak Long Life 50/50 Prediluted Antifreeze and Coolant” that claims it is for ALL makes and models?

Also, this product description mentions that “Long Life coolant technology is formulated for use in all automobiles and light-duty trucks; OEM approved for GM, Ford, Chrysler and Honda vehicles”: http://shop.advanceautoparts.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_long-life-50-50-prediluted-antifreeze-and-coolant-%281-gallon%29-peak_7020021-p?searchTerm=antifreeze#fragment-1%5B/quote%5D

Just received this email from Peak customer service: (my car is an acura 2009 TL):

Thanks for your e-mail. PEAK LONG LIFE ANTIFREEZE/COOLANT utilizes organic
acid technology (OAT). It meets ASTM Test Specification D-3306 and D-4340
which are the industry accepted quality standards for automotive coolant.
In addition, it also meets or exceeds Manufacturer’s performance
requirements. This formulation provides 5 years or 150,000 miles of
maximum corrosion protection for all makes and models of gasoline and light
duty diesel engine cooling systems when a complete cooling system flush and
fill is performed.

The Extended Life corrosion inhibitor technology used in PEAK LONGLIFE
ANTIFREEZE/COOLANT has been used extensively and found to be compatible
with all known coolant technologies currently in use today. This allows
you to add it to your vehicle’s cooling system without any detrimental
effects. For maximum benefits a complete cooling system flush and fill is
required.

You may safely use the PEAK LONG LIFE ANTIFREEZE in your Acura.

PEAK Tech Dept.

[aaronac8]

Eric, I know you mention that different color coolants can not be mixed. So what is your opinion on a coolant like “Peak Long Life 50/50 Prediluted Antifreeze and Coolant” that claims it is for ALL makes and models?

Also, this product description mentions that “Long Life coolant technology is formulated for use in all automobiles and light-duty trucks; OEM approved for GM, Ford, Chrysler and Honda vehicles”: http://shop.advanceautoparts.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_long-life-50-50-prediluted-antifreeze-and-coolant-%281-gallon%29-peak_7020021-p?searchTerm=antifreeze#fragment-1

Attachments:

• specs-peak_long_life_5050.pdf

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