Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - October 25, 2025 - Hour 2 - To Restore Or Not To Restore, That Is The Question? - (855)560-9900 24/7 Hotline

🎃 Open: Halloween banter sets the mood before diving into calls.

🚙 ’99 Land Cruiser: Caller plans full restoration; Ron weighs the costs, effort, and emotional value vs. simply buying one already done.

🧰 30K Service: What real maintenance includes—oil and filters, tire rotation, brake fluid flush, and a full inspection.

💧 Brake Fluid Flush: Why moisture matters and how to do it right—by hydraulically working the system, not just suctioning fluid.

⛽ Fuel Cleaning / GDI vs. Port Injection: Tank additives are maintenance; full cleanings must be done hot with varied RPMs for results.

🔊 Buick LaCrosse: Diagnosing wheel-bearing noise properly—use a lift and stethoscope, not “Dr. Google.”

🔧 Kia Optima: Typical valve-cover gasket seep from age; confirm with dye and check crankcase ventilation.

👨‍🔧 Finding a Good Mechanic: The oil change is your test—quality, reassembly, and clear explanations matter more than price.

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