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by kevm14
Sun May 03, 2026 6:59 am
Forum: Powertrain
Topic: 2014 E63S: oil change
Replies: 7
Views: 5758

Re: 2014 E63S: oil change


Did not call for make up oil this time - I never check the dip stick.

Later when I was emptying the drain pan into old windshield washer jugs, I realized that the entire contents didn't even fill two jugs. Car is supposed to hold 9 quarts. I got out less than 8. That's.....concerning. I will ...
by kevm14
Sun May 03, 2026 6:56 am
Forum: Powertrain
Topic: 2017 GLS550 Turbo A Underboost CEL
Replies: 13
Views: 2596

Re: 2017 GLS550 Turbo A Underboost CEL

155k on vehicle.

We checked a few items. From memory:

- Manually ran Xentry test for the boost control system. Passed the tests.
- Manually applied vacuum to each waste gate. After ensuring a good seal at the waste gate nipple, both moved properly and held vacuum
- Tested vacuum harness from the ...
by kevm14
Sat May 02, 2026 9:15 pm
Forum: Audio
Topic: 07 S550: re-power factory sub
Replies: 0
Views: 7

07 S550: re-power factory sub

Apparently this is a thing. It said the factory sub is around 2 ohms and can take 100-150W so a 150-250W amp is the right choice.

Copilot recommended these items:
Use the rear full range speaker outputs into this box which converts to a sub signal
https://a.co/d/07u9K13d

Use this for the amp
https ...
by kevm14
Sat May 02, 2026 1:12 pm
Forum: Powertrain
Topic: 2014 Malibu: oil change
Replies: 7
Views: 3519

Re: 2014 Malibu: oil change

Got my Schrader sensor from Rockauto. Removed wheel and brought new sensor + wheel to Tire Pros at like 8:30. I asked for it to be done by mid-day.

Hearing nothing, Ian and I went to Mae's for lunch and I decided to stop by since it is right there. Wasn't done yet. Sounded like they hadn't started ...
by kevm14
Sat May 02, 2026 11:41 am
Forum: Chassis / Brakes
Topic: 2014 WK2 Air Suspension
Replies: 45
Views: 32387

Re: 2014 WK2 Air Suspension

That's a good plan.
by kevm14
Sat May 02, 2026 11:29 am
Forum: Powertrain
Topic: 2014 E63S: oil change
Replies: 7
Views: 5758

Re: 2014 E63S: oil change

Another 5,1xx miles and about a year. Did the Motul 8100 5W-50 again. Took another Blackstone sample. Did not call for make up oil this time - I never check the dip stick. It was also due for a brake flush (24 months exactly according to the forum). Tire rotation side to side. Front tires getting ...
by kevm14
Thu Apr 30, 2026 10:09 am
Forum: Energy
Topic: Install ductless mini-split
Replies: 61
Views: 29520

Re: Install ductless mini-split

Ordered 27k with 18+9 as the 10% discount was about to expire. This will be the most costly, hardest to install, ugliest aesthetically (outside view) and adds arguably the least benefit of all the zones. Almost didn't pull the trigger last night. But I just want to get to a full install, not "3 tons ...
by kevm14
Thu Apr 30, 2026 10:06 am
Forum: Electrical
Topic: Trenching direct bury wire for streetside post lamp
Replies: 4
Views: 2922

Re: Trenching direct bury wire for streetside post lamp

Did another 10 feet last night. Just chipping away. Lots of rocks and roots.
by kevm14
Wed Apr 29, 2026 6:59 am
Forum: Chassis / Brakes
Topic: 2014 WK2 Air Suspension
Replies: 45
Views: 32387

Re: 2014 WK2 Air Suspension

No, it is not. It is an ELM327 device.

This MAY be an el cheapo option: https://a.co/d/010neaM1

Better: https://a.co/d/0iKxxe9k

Max $130 investment and could get away at $78.
by kevm14
Tue Apr 28, 2026 12:44 pm
Forum: Chassis / Brakes
Topic: 2014 WK2 Air Suspension
Replies: 45
Views: 32387

Re: 2014 WK2 Air Suspension

Is that just a j-2534 device? Because my GM MDI clone box may work.

Probably worth a try before you buy it.