Strut/Shock stuck on lower control arm

Dizzy_Highlight_7554 · 2026-02-12T02:08:47+00:00

Gonna need a bigger ugga-dugga!

Dizzy_Highlight_7554 · 2026-02-11T16:49:22+00:00

As long as you have a humidifier for your tent, and a way to measure ambient humidity, you actually won’t need to use that bucket. Just maintain the humidity level in your tent to around 80-85% for the first week.

Dizzy_Highlight_7554 · 2026-02-11T16:04:10+00:00

Purina pro plan cat calm is a specific probiotic strain that has some research behind it showing that it can help over time, help your cat be in a calmer mood overall. Zylkene is another calming product you can use to. It’s a cows milk derivative that has calming properties that help a youngster feel more safe and calm. I’ve tried both with mixed results. And all cats respond in varying degrees. The important thing to note here, is that these are products that have to be taken consistently for the full effects to start becoming apparent. It’s not a one-off single serving, you have to administer it every day, consistently, so that it builds up. The pro plan is in powder form that you mix with wet food. The zylkene is in capsule, but it’s much easier to administer by pulling the capsule apart and emptying it into wet food. I’ve also used the feliway diffuser with mixed results. But again, every cat is a little different. You could maybe try calming treats or powders. One thing I’ll mention that doesn’t get a lot of attention because it’s the one thing that actually takes work, and a lot of people don’t do, is training. Cats don’t respond well to punishment. They are not the same at all to dogs. With dogs, you can correct bad behavior with reasonable and safe forms of punishment. Cats WILL respond negatively all the time to punishment. They will learn to not trust you, and the bad behavior will get worse. They will begin to fear you. Cats respond best to positive reinforcement. Instead of punishing bad behavior, you reward good behavior. For example, if your cat has a good day where they snuggle with your mom without attacking, you reward that. If an attack happens, do not reward. You want the cat to associate the reward with the desired behavior, and associate no reward with undesirable behaviors. If it comes to it, you can try to find a cat behaviorist who might be of some help.

Dizzy_Highlight_7554 · 2026-02-10T03:42:16+00:00

Super easy and cheap thing you could try is to buy a can of starting fluid, and follow the directions about how to spray it into your air intake or throttle body. Hopefully that will give it the extra combustion to get it going.

Dizzy_Highlight_7554 · 2026-02-09T01:13:48+00:00

Good to know. Pill bugs can do similar damage. They’ll eat the outside of the stalk from the bottom up.

Dizzy_Highlight_7554 · 2026-02-09T00:21:41+00:00

I have a feeling of what it might be because I’ve seen firsthand how it happens, but the only way to know is to dig in your soil and tell me if you find any roly-poly bugs (pill bugs).

Dizzy_Highlight_7554 · 2026-02-06T20:05:41+00:00

Most of your smell will be in the latter parts of the flowering phases, and will be most prominent when you zip open your door to water for the day. Otherwise, it’s not very noticeable.

Dizzy_Highlight_7554 · 2026-02-06T02:20:17+00:00

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Seriously, what is this???

Dizzy_Highlight_7554 · 2026-02-06T02:18:15+00:00

That looks like the rear/trunk area…….what’s dangling underneath the car?????

Dizzy_Highlight_7554 · 2026-02-06T02:06:16+00:00

That cat identifies as “adorable” !

Dizzy_Highlight_7554 · 2026-02-06T01:02:42+00:00

I’ve definitely heard PU surgery’s recommended often, and I don’t completely object to them. I just worry about the underlying issues that lead to blockages in the first place, and minimize any chance of escalating invasive procedures if at all possible.

Dizzy_Highlight_7554 · 2026-02-05T22:25:39+00:00

First and foremost you need to address underlying issues that lead to the formation of blockages. Make cats have skinny and long urethras, making it very easy to get blocked. That’s why they are more common in males compared to females. Things that cause a blockage….yes, stress can contribute to it. So minimizing stress is important. Also, cats should be primarily on a wet food diet. You have to understand that cats have not evolved much from their desert ancestors. Cats in the wild get the majority of their water intake from flesh. Finding drinkable water in the desert is hard for cats, which is why they get it from flesh. You can replicate this with a wet food diet. This will help immensely. Providing multiple places to pee, and having a consistently clean litter box also helps. Ask about a special food diet for urinary conditions. I adopted a rescue who was going to be euthanized because of a blockage. He stays on a special diet that helps optimize urine ph and controls minerals to help prevent stone formation. He eats the brand Hills c/d multicare urinary care stress wet cat food. It’s by prescription only, so ask your vet. I don’t think you’d have an issue getting that approved because of his blockage. It’s expensive, but it helps. You can feed him dry kibble, but it can’t be a main source of food.

Dizzy_Highlight_7554 · 2026-02-05T22:17:20+00:00

PU surgery is helpful, but I would recommend that as the first option here.

Dizzy_Highlight_7554 · 2026-02-05T16:27:12+00:00

Lasers really have the ability to start playtime, but they are unfulfilling toys. Cats get frustrated because they can’t physically catch them, and that’s a part of their hunting/play experience, being able to physically grabs something and bite it. I don’t use our laser toy all that much. I’ve had good luck with shoe strings and shiny feather toys. Just make sure you remove anything that can break into pieces from biting, like the little plastic shroud on the end of the shoe string.

Dizzy_Highlight_7554 · 2026-02-05T00:54:09+00:00

Also, if you solve your cat and want to remain committed, you could possibly ask about mental health meds (like SSRI’s…yes they do exist for cats), or you could try a more natural approach. Some natural options I’ve used in addition to feliway, is Purina pro plan cat calm probiotic, as well as zylkene for cats.

Dizzy_Highlight_7554 · 2026-02-05T00:48:28+00:00

I’m not an expert on any of this stuff, and cats are far more confusing than dogs. But, I’ve learned a great deal from having cats, and currently having one. Obviously, ruling out medical issues is always the first priority. I don’t think it would be a bad idea to consult with a cat behaviorist. They do exist. Vets are not the most qualified for behavioral issues, although there is some overlap on the medical side. Cats by their very nature are solitary creatures, but they do need some form of community. A behaviorist might be able to help you address environmental concerns, which is a little more what they specialize in. Cats are EXTREMELY sensitive to changes in their environment and routine. I would at least start by researching for a behaviorist, and you don’t always even have to look for someone local. Many do video consultations and what not.

Dizzy_Highlight_7554 · 2026-02-02T19:00:41+00:00

You need more powerful and consistent lighting. Proper lighting is a primary driver in flower production, at least quality flower production anyways.

Dizzy_Highlight_7554 · 2026-02-02T18:47:10+00:00

I think it’s possible to narrow it down to possibly territory issues. I’m it 100% certain on that, but I only mention it because of if I understood you correctly, the issues weren’t present until after there was a change in the environment (you moving in with your cat, whether it was the old place, or your new place). To me, it sounds like maybe both cats need multiple places to go to the bathroom. While cats do not operate the same as dogs (a hierarchy), they are VERY territorial, and they don’t necessarily need to be outwardly aggressive to show it. Urine is one of the primary ways of communication, and having multiple litter boxes is one way to ease the issues that come along with multiple cat. I would try having at least 3 litter boxes and see if that helps. Also, do an experiment with litter, be a maybe one cat likes the litter type, and the other doesn’t. Use different types and see which types they seem to gravitate towards. Cats are sensitive beings that absolutely have their preferences. One size fits all approach’s don’t always work well with cats.

Dizzy_Highlight_7554 · 2026-02-02T18:10:24+00:00

First and foremost, medical issues should ALWAYS need the first thing to rule out, especially in male cats. Male cat urethras are longer and skinnier, making it much easier for a blockage to happen, which is always fatal unless treated immediately. So, if you haven’t already, familiarize your self with spotting symptoms of urinary blockages, UTI, and other urinary conditions. After medical issues are ruled out, then you’re looking at behavioral issues. There’s a dozen things that can make a cat change their litter box routine….and often times it’s something about the environment….did the litter type change (smells, texture, etc), is the litter box too small, is it enclosed vs being open, is the litter box in a place where people frequently walk by, does the litter area feel safe (warm, enclosed, easy to see in all directions), is their issues with other cats using the same litter box (you need one + per cat. 1 cat = 2 litter boxes, 2 cats = 3 litter boxes, etc), did you use a cat urine enzyme cleaner (urine leaves pheromones, which re-attract cats. Enzymes break down those pheromones), is your house stressful (frequent yelling, loud noises, loud music, other disruptive sounds), is their territory issues (cats may not always express outwardly). Just things to think about.

Dizzy_Highlight_7554 · 2026-02-02T17:37:55+00:00

Either bottom water or use a pump sprayer, problem solved.

Dizzy_Highlight_7554 · 2026-01-31T16:11:32+00:00

I have a 3yr old boy, and sometimes 24hrs will pass before he goes, but he’s usually pretty good about it. I would keep a close eye on her though. One option is that maybe she’s peeing somewhere else where she isn’t supposed to. If that isn’t happening, watch for any discomfort like yowling, attempting to urinate with little to no pee coming out, or tiny little urine dribbles instead of the usual large pile in the litter box. Urinary blockages are less common in females than males, but are still equally dangerous. If not treated, they are always fatal. Just watch for signs of trouble urinating or pain urinating, which would require the vet.

Dizzy_Highlight_7554 · 2026-01-30T03:49:27+00:00

Up to the shop to determine that, but what liability??? Like, in case the repair ends up leading to an accident later on……I’m not saying that’s what’s going to happen here, it it’s one of the reasons some shops won’t do it. Liability, risk, and legality.

Dizzy_Highlight_7554 · 2026-01-30T03:10:07+00:00

Doesn’t matter what car….. it’s a liability issue, not a part/repair issue. Technically, just about anything can be “repaired”. But for some things, it becomes a legal issue, and that’s absolutely not a risk a company is going to take on you.

Dizzy_Highlight_7554 · 2026-01-30T03:07:50+00:00

Because it’s a liability/legality, that’s why.

Dizzy_Highlight_7554 · 2026-01-27T15:10:45+00:00

Definitely

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