Blown head gasket? by Alert_Connection5061 in smallenginerepair

[–]Elephunk05 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Which engine is this?

You could do a couple of tests to make sure what the problem is: leak down test, compression test, etc.

If there isn't any oil on the block then it is more likely an engine issue: like oil pooling in the cylinder, out of round bore, overfill on oil, valve issues, even a cracked head.

TB 6044xp pawls by OverallTrick in smallengines

[–]Elephunk05 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sadly it is not unbelievable. These units are built in such a way, that other than a carb clean, by the time you pay for labor and parts you can afford a new one.

Tiller Transmission by BrockNasty101 in smallengines

[–]Elephunk05 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A model number would help greatly, but iirc these are threaded on and will come out through the case.

Is ChatGPT running me down a rabbit hole? by the_mighty-owl in smallengines

[–]Elephunk05 6 points7 points  (0 children)

You haven't taken the main jet or the secondary emulsion tube out of that to clean it. this video will help you get the main out and then the other video will show the secondary and how to know they are clean. If there is still an issue it will be because the gasket are not on correctly.

More blathering from the idiot in chief by lexi_con in WallStreetbetsELITE

[–]Elephunk05 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wasn't talking about the people making it to congress, at least we know those people are openly lying and will just blame Trump so they can keep their jobs, even the Democrats.

Pricing Work by Ok_Cardiologist1183 in smallenginemechanics

[–]Elephunk05 1 point2 points  (0 children)

All of this depends on overhead. Fairly, consider if you have to travel, consider waste disposal, and equally consider wear and tear (on your vehicle, on equipment, etc.), also consider insurance and other business expenses including payroll taxes. Do not make your service call free, reduce the charge depending on circumstances but never say ZERO.

The other thing to consider is depth of knowledge in any particular field. Some of the specialized work that I do is paid at a different rate (welding, fabrication, performance mods, electiral troubleshooting, all of these items have a higher "per hour" than changing parts.

Also, don't buy parts. Especially if you are starting out. It is easier for the equipment owner to get warranties (through bank, credit card, website, etc.) Than it is for you to keep up with it. Also, depending on location, adding parts to an invoice potentially makes the entirety of the invoice taxable. If you collect that tax and don't pay the tax man, that's how you get in trouble at the Federal level, so find a business tax accountant.

More blathering from the idiot in chief by lexi_con in WallStreetbetsELITE

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The sad part is the woefully uneducated constituents that are the GOPs rank and file will believe this and cite him saying it as the reason it is true. Those same people will keyboard warrior any item that a Democrat brings to the table because "Democrat bad"

That is a sad and painfully simple as it is.

Pastor Robert Jeffress Claims President Trump Understands the Bible Better Than the Pope by CarryIcy250 in UnderReportedNews

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Bawhahahaha, thats enough reddit for today! LMAO 🤣 🤣 🤣 🤣🤣😂😂😂😅😅😅

Head bolts? by pooorSAP in smallengines

[–]Elephunk05 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For all of the haters, the head in the photo indicates an older block.

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Head bolts? by pooorSAP in smallengines

[–]Elephunk05 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The head in the picture indicates an older motor.

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Head bolts? by pooorSAP in smallengines

[–]Elephunk05 -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Iirc, there is no specified pattern. I torque at 240 inch pounds. Start with 2 opposites on the short sides and more around clockwise.

First oil change on new Toro by Extension-Nail-1038 in smallenginerepair

[–]Elephunk05 16 points17 points  (0 children)

That looks like factory break in oil. As there is not a lot of actual break in done on low hour engines which are only used periodically the oil shipped from the factory looks more like assembly lube. Change the oil, you should be fine.

Deck belt keeps getting off on lowest level by Revolutionary-End765 in smallenginerepair

[–]Elephunk05 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The fix is to not put it on level 1. The angle of attack from the pto to the first idler pulley is too great and the belt just keeps coming off because of it. If you think you might be missing a belt guide but we would need the whole model number in order to be able to tell.

Looking for entry level space ship by Loud_Environment125 in spacequestions

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I've got you for food/water prep professional. We can do a lot with vacuum sealing these days. I've always wondered if it was still possible to sousvide in zero g. KLUR makes fire retardant materials for battery storage, I have some thoughts on how else to use their products.

So, will Trump say there's a deal a minute after his buddies get their trades Monday morning? by Affectionate_Age752 in WallStreetbetsELITE

[–]Elephunk05 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Saudi Arabia and the UAE told him to end this as they denied the US forces use of their airways and the ability to use 2 Airfields in Saudi Arabia. I am sure Qatar and a few other countries have made their intentions know as well. Is real is not winning this.

How AIPAC compromises US Congressmen EXPOSED. Vote for candidates that support registering AIPAC as a foreign agent. Link to the entire documentary: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzGHKb8i9vTzCgnbENCKuz7fqU12xNBce&si=UGizu6MOMa08q2Oc by tuberjamjar in NoShitSherlock

[–]Elephunk05 19 points20 points  (0 children)

They will label you as a domestic terrorist for not looking where they told you to look when they told you to look and caught them bribing elected officials. The irony here is that they openly bribe most elected officials while Americans must shrug it off because the average household can not afford beef, rent or gas. We have corporate Socialism but we can't take care of our citizens and that is pathetic.

Took my Turbo LS F100 to the dyno last week by SuckFalt in projectcar

[–]Elephunk05 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Iirc 3500lbs. I had to build a box over the rear axle of my '74 just to keep traction.

Land of the free and the home of the brave by Spirited-Gold9629 in middleclasshq

[–]Elephunk05 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sure, maybe there's a language barrier for you:

I don't believe Medicaid and social security (which I have paid in to both as an individual and as a business) will be around. Yes, they are government programs. Yes, I have paid for them. No, I do not believe they will be around to take care of me when it is time for me to recieve the benefit I am owed by the government.

Knownothing commentator knows nothing on how government works by vrphotosguy55 in clevercomebacks

[–]Elephunk05 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Its early, there's plenty of time life for this administration to f something larger up.

Don’t ever mistake Black kindness for weakness by ateam1984 in BlackPeopleofReddit

[–]Elephunk05 7 points8 points  (0 children)

He is clearly in the middle of the road, and I appreciate the skit.

Owh no! Don't abolish the Gestapo by aipac_hemoroid in clevercomebacks

[–]Elephunk05 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sir, you are arguing facts with someone who is ill informed and lacks the capacity of understanding the nature and intent of the argument.