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I have a 1999 VT Series II 3.8-litre V6 that has done 217,000 km and I'm wondering if it would be suitable for converting the LPG? Currently I am traveling between 1000 and 1500 km per week. I have not…
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My 2007 Ford Escape has a minor oil leak, and the local Ford dealer has told me that the sump gasket and timing cover oil seal need replacing. As the vehicle has only traveled 70,000 km is this unusual?…
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I have a 1999 VT Series II 3.8-litre V6 that has done 217,000 km and I'm wondering if it would be suitable for converting the LPG? Currently I am traveling between 1000 and 1500 km per week. I have not…
