Husky (Home depot house brand) EPDM bungee cords are the best I’ve used.

I’ve never touched one. I rock a 1/2” gun on the truck, and we’ve got a 3/4” gun in the shop I can get if I need, but it’s rare.

5000mi oil changes. I don’t care if the manual says 7500 or 10,000. Change it every 5k.

Do all the required maintenance as required in the owners manual. Don’t skip, don’t put it off.

Is there a puddle of coolant on the ground under the car?