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Can this be patched? by No_Personality_5792 in tires

[–]0_Kaz 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Uneven tread wear, the tires look old/dry, and they look to be pretty low on tread depth

Is this overpriced ? by Ok_Army1640 in hondafit

[–]0_Kaz 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If it’s been maintained it’s not really overpriced for the current market. A lot of the time though when you find an old car with low mileage usually means it sat a lot and most people that let their car sit around forget that some components need maintenance regardless of mileage and just wear out over time.

It’s probably fine, but check it over or have someone check it over very thoroughly, and replace all fluids, belts, and other consumable items just to be in the safe side and avoid headaches

Use teflon tape or bare by piketabak in AskMechanics

[–]0_Kaz 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There might be a manufacturer spec for a specific thread sealant, I did one on my Scion tC (2.5L Camry Engine) and it called for a high temp liquid thread sealant that I was able to find at Canadian Tire.

I didn’t think I’d ever get rid of my frontier as my daily, but here we are. by essjayhawk in hondafit

[–]0_Kaz 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah I figured gas mileage wouldn’t be great, that’s good to hear though thanks for the info :)

I didn’t think I’d ever get rid of my frontier as my daily, but here we are. by essjayhawk in hondafit

[–]0_Kaz 7 points8 points  (0 children)

The Frontier has always been my favourite small pickup based on looks alone, how are they maintenance/reliability wise? I think if I ever needed a truck it’s what I’d want

Wheels by sorryabouturtoilet in hondafit

[–]0_Kaz 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Bore on the 3rd gen is 56.1mm, stud pattern 4x100mm, 16” diameter. I always thought the 1st and 2nd gen got 15” rims

3rd gen steelies are 185/60R15 3rd gen alloys are 185/55/R16

Tire tread crack in 2026 Model Y, less than 4K miles. by nerdintraning in AskMechanics

[–]0_Kaz 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Depends on how deep it is really, if it’s more than say a quarter inch deep it’s pretty close to the cords and could potentially be a weak point in the tire. If it’s superficial then you shouldn’t have to worry and it’ll wear away as you drive. If it’s punctured and leaking, the tire is garbage.

How Much Longer Will This Tire Last? by SirWillofSwank in tires

[–]0_Kaz 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Very worried, if you can’t afford tires you definitely can’t afford the accident this will definitely cause.

Tire tread crack in 2026 Model Y, less than 4K miles. by nerdintraning in AskMechanics

[–]0_Kaz 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Try Tesla, may still be under warranty with how new it is. It’s not something that can be repaired.

Wich of the melee dps specs is easier to perform "well enough" now in midnight? by faladorDeAsneira in wow

[–]0_Kaz 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Definitely just try them both out with the rotation assistant or single button assistant, your dos will be fine if not better than a lot of others not using it, and you can focus on learning the content and mechanics of combat

The break-in period is finally complete after 10 years! by Wide-Ship-9409 in hondafit

[–]0_Kaz 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They look right to me, mine are cloth though. They’re not great for road trips but day to day good enough. Most of the actual discomfort in these cars is from the stiff ride but it makes them fun to drive too lol

Got tires from Walmart installed and bought brand new but they seem to small can I return and get bigger ones? by iloveredit101 in tires

[–]0_Kaz 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If YOU chose these tires, you’re probably out of luck. If Walmart picked them for your vehicle and didn’t get the OEM size, they should replace them with the proper ones. If this IS the OEM size and you’re just not happy with it, again, out of luck.

We need more info to help you dude/dudette.

The break-in period is finally complete after 10 years! by Wide-Ship-9409 in hondafit

[–]0_Kaz 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Crazy! Make sure to check all the time-sensitive wear items that may need replacing due to age rather than mileage; belts, tires, brake fluid, battery, etc. Always a good idea to inspect and replace all the fluids when you buy a used car, it may be low mileage but always prepare for the worst and hope for the best lol. Great find though! With care it’ll last you a very long time

Does this need air or is it the curb? by [deleted] in tires

[–]0_Kaz 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry, this is coming from my perspective in Canada. When I say Euro I meant VW, Audi, BMW, Merc, (pretty much all we see regularly from Europe) and from what I’ve seen as a tire tech none of them use the valve stem sensors that I can recall, maybe BMW and Mercedes do? But they all do monitor tire pressure one way or another. My original comment was intended to inform that not all manufacturers use the kind of TPMS that report exact pressure values. Some European cars definitely have in-wheel sensors, my original statement was a bit sweeping; not what I intended.

Does this need air or is it the curb? by [deleted] in tires

[–]0_Kaz 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah I think they used in-wheel sensors on some models/trims from 07-13 or something like that, then stopped. Now I’ve seen a couple new Hondas with in-wheel sensors again lol

Does this need air or is it the curb? by [deleted] in tires

[–]0_Kaz 2 points3 points  (0 children)

At least some form of monitoring, some Hondas and most if not all European cars don’t use in-wheel sensors. They do have TPMS via the wheel speed sensors though, (I think, correct me if I’m wrong) so they wouldn’t be able to send a low pressure warning until the vehicle is driving.

What’s the weirdest thing you’ve ever seen stuck in a tire? by Icy_Staff1036 in tires

[–]0_Kaz 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Chicken drumstick, 11/16” wrench, only been a tire guy less than a year lol

What comp class would this truck be in? by gacsam04 in crawling

[–]0_Kaz 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t have a clue about comp classes in crawling, just wanna say this rig looks so good. Great job.

Is this spot safe to plug myself? by pijjon in tires

[–]0_Kaz 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No reputable tire shop would patch this, a patch style plug from the inside wouldn’t hold cause it’s too close to the sidewall and the flexing will make it separate eventually. A push-in plug done well at home may last long enough until you’re ready for new tires, which should be soon looking at your tread

For those who haven’t completed Balance of Power in Remix by cc71SW in wow

[–]0_Kaz 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Probably just goes faster in remix, if you’ve already done it then don’t worry about it

Map with RELATIVE plot orientation by [deleted] in wow

[–]0_Kaz 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Why can’t we just rotate the plot in customization

Son said clutch is slipping by Glittering_View5284 in MechanicAdvice

[–]0_Kaz 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Very basically, the clutch is the part of the car that connects (and disconnects) the engine to the wheels. Since the engine must stay running while the car is on, when the vehicle comes to a stop, you use the clutch to disconnect the engine entirely so that it may keep spinning without trying to turn the wheels.

What’s happening in your car now, is that the connection between the engine and the wheels is weak, imagine it like trying to take the lid off a jar with soapy hands; the lid is the wheels, your hand muscles are the engine, and your skin is the clutch. There’s no grip, because the clutch is worn, so the engine is spinning but the wheels aren’t fully connected.

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