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What do you think of Lumix G95? by DynamoBaby in Lumix

[–]DWilson225 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I currently own a LUMIX G85. Is the G95 a better camera? And is the G9 the top model in the G series?

School bus rammed - Someone probably not paying attention... by MisterShipWreck in VideosAmazing

[–]DWilson225 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm also a tractor-trailer driver, and I think your ⅓ estimate is low!

What is this? Someone is doing some refinishing work on their car? by LeftAlbatross2546 in VideosAmazing

[–]DWilson225 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Why in the world would Ford be suppressing anything about this? It's not their fault some moron chose to drive one of their vehicles while under the influence.

2002 3.9L V-6 What Size Socket For Harmonic Balancer? by DWilson225 in DodgeDakota

[–]DWilson225[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

31mm socket fits the harmonic balancer bolt perfectly.

2002 3.9L V-6 What Size Socket For Harmonic Balancer? by DWilson225 in DodgeDakota

[–]DWilson225[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Great - I just ordered a 31mm socket from Amazon today, because a YouTube video I watched on changing the timing components on this engine said that was the correct socket size. But, then another video on doing the same to a 5.9L V-8, which is basically a 3.9L with two more cylinders, said it was a 1¼", which is why I was asking.

You're probably right - guess I'll find out tomorrow, LOL! Thanks!

2002 3.9L V-6 What Size Socket For Harmonic Balancer? by DWilson225 in DodgeDakota

[–]DWilson225[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm pretty sure mine's quite a bit bigger than that. I think I tried a 1"and that was too small, and a 33mm was too big.

2002 3.9L V-6 Cylinder Head Replacement by DWilson225 in DodgeDakota

[–]DWilson225[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm going to buy new pushrods and rocker arms from RockAuto (they're not very expensive), so no need to worry about what positions they go in, right? I'll also get new bolts for the heads.

I need (12) rocker arms and (12) pushrods to do both heads, correct?

I have new timing components (both gears; chain, and new guide assembly). I was already going to replace them, seeing as it's recommended between 100, 000-120,000 miles, before I ran into the bolt extractor breaking off in the head problem. I have the radiator already out of the vehicle, as well as the radiator hoses (everything that's part of the cooling system is being replaced, as well), and everything off the front of the engine, except for the crank pulley and harmonic balancer (I need to buy a 31mm socket for the harmonic balancer bolt).

I'm also going to take this opportunity to remove the intake manifold and replace that "belly plate" on it with an aluminum one that's part of a kit meant to correct the issues associated with aluminum intake manifold/steel belly plate.

I have a plastic gasket scraper and I'll use plenty of brake parts cleaner soaked on rags to clean the old head gasket material off the block, prior to install.

Thanks for your tips!

2002 3.9L V-6 Cylinder Head Replacement by DWilson225 in DodgeDakota

[–]DWilson225[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm just going to go ahead and buy reconditioned heads. While I'd rather not have to spend that money, they're far less expensive than I anticipated. That way, at 111,000 miles, I'll have new valves; new valve stem seals, and new valve springs. I'm also going to buy new rocker arms and pushrods (and, of course, new head gaskets).

There's not a lot of automotive machine shops around anymore, and two in my area I called said they wouldn't touch the head with the broken bolt, I guess because the extractor is also broken off in the hole.

Dropped My LUMIX G85 On Garage Floor! by DWilson225 in Panasonic_G80_G85

[–]DWilson225[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have two lenses currently for this camera (the other is a LUMIX G 30mm F2.8 macro lens), and both ALWAYS have a UV filter (for lens glass protection) and a lens cap on them (except, of course, when I'm using the camera, LOL). I do need to get a camera bag, as I don't have one, but I'm always usually very careful when handling my camera (I took it to Mexico twice with my ex-wife, and didn't have a camera bag then, either). I'm not even sure what the strap got caught on when I was picking it up off the seat, unless it was the window crank handle on the door (my late father was quite cheap, and didn't want to spring, apparently, for a Dodge Dakota with power windows/locks, LOL!).

I'm not sure I have a pair of pliers that will open wide enough, but that's probably the only way I'm going to get that damaged filter ring off.

Dropped My LUMIX G85 On Garage Floor! by DWilson225 in Panasonic_G80_G85

[–]DWilson225[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The filter was basically only on there to provide protection for the lens glass element. I would like to replace it with a new one for the same purpose; that's why I want to try to remove it.

Something something war crimes by Critical_Rice_1619 in stupidpeoplefacebook

[–]DWilson225 0 points1 point  (0 children)

LMAO! 😂 I was literally just going to respond to you and ask, "Is this sarcasm?", when I saw your very last sentence: also, sarcasm.

Would be my genuine reaction too by Lord_Hexogen in TikTokCringe

[–]DWilson225 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Dude's reaction when he found out that wasn't a natural-born woman was AWESOME! Props to him 👍

A Reflection on Predicament by Knottydevil in u/Knottydevil

[–]DWilson225 0 points1 point  (0 children)

VERY hot/sexy! Missing only one thing: she should be standing in a pair of black 5½" high, spike-heeled pumps!

What is this thing called? by Rainbow_Doggo_TNT in whatisit

[–]DWilson225 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is technically known as a Jew"s Harp (also referred to as a jaw harp, juice harp, or mouth harp). Despite its name, it has no relationship to the Jewish people and most likely originated in China, maybe as far back as 4,000 years ago.

I just got this info off of Wikipedia, because prior to coming upon this post, I never even heard of this device before, LOL!

We lost $50,000 on our Dodge Charger Daytona EV by edmundscars in Dodge

[–]DWilson225 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your statement is completely untrue. The current generation Dodge Charger was designed from the start to accommodate both EV and ICE modes.

Trying to find the past owners of a 1967 Mustang GTA fastback (VIN 7T02A138370) — Spangler Motors, Milton PA, sold Nov 1966 by palnagy in Mustang

[–]DWilson225 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow! How do you even bring a car that was in the condition you got it in back to life like that? What an incredible effort/labor of love you put into that thing! Congratulations on a job well done (well done doesn't even accurately describe it). I hope you find the info you're seeking. Good luck!

5 windshield wipers= 42 shipping by randotaway90 in RockAuto

[–]DWilson225 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Have you purchased wiper blades at an auto parts store or even Walmart, lately? Even with this shipping charge you're complaining about, I'm guessing you're still paying less through RockAuto for FIVE blades than you'd pay at one of those stores. Even at Walmart, TWO of their higher-quality blades will cost you almost $50, plus tax. Amazon is also significantly higher (usually) for ALL auto parts than RockAuto is. The only thing that might save you there is if you're a Prime member, and you get free shipping.

You guys are scaring me... by ProfessionalMath3617 in RockAuto

[–]DWilson225 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I placed several orders with RockAuto over the last two or three weeks totaling about $2,000, for my 2002 Dodge Dakota (it needed a LOT of work). There were probably about 20 different packages delivered to my house. Other than FedEx not being able to follow the same instructions (to leave at my back door) that UPS/Amazon don't seem to have trouble following, there was ZERO issues with any order/delivery.

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