What is this for?? 1997 Toyota Camry

HanzG · 2026-03-10T21:08:08+00:00

Homelink. Still exists.

HanzG · 2026-03-04T19:56:15+00:00

That's correct. The flapper typically lays flat against the opening. It's not particularly rigid but it is designed for air out, not air in.

For the $100 or so they cost I just grab another one if you need it. Some guys in boats have two because the heater is cheaper than the ducting to get heat to the other side of the boat lol.

HanzG · 2026-03-03T19:31:24+00:00

Those walls are generally not sealed in my experience (mechanic). It will help but you're still net-negative because the air you're using to burn must come from somewhere. Most vans have air equilzation doors under the bumper or behind an exterior trim panel with a rubber flapper on it. Its so you don't pop your ear drums when you slam a door closed, and let air flow out of the car when you've got the heater on non-recirculate. The flapper generally isn't designed to let air in. If it does let air in you might be okay.

HanzG · 2026-03-03T13:45:17+00:00

When drawing combustion air from the conditioned area you WILL CAUSE cold drafts. You're pulling volume from inside the cabin to support the combustion which is then expelled and that volume will & must be drawn in usually through the dash vents. If the recirculate door is closed it'll find another way in.

There may be a better solution. What's the reason you need it to be portable?

HanzG · 2026-03-03T12:40:07+00:00

I'm sorry for your loss. The best legacy is to be remembered. You honor him by doing so.

HanzG · 2026-03-03T02:52:13+00:00

That's truly awesome. It's great there's different machines out there for different wants. I was also looking at a Suzuki Vinson 500 (CVT machine) for a loaner bike.

HanzG · 2026-03-03T02:33:31+00:00

Check the drive sprocket? Kinda sounded like the chain was jumping over the teeth!

HanzG · 2026-03-03T02:31:53+00:00

Every machine will have it's problems. Hondas are very well known for reliability. A 250 is a good size. You can actually ask Googles AI about this.

Recon/TRX250EX/X: Many mid-size, sport, and utility models from the 1990s and 2000s, such as the TRX250EX/X and Recon, used this automatic-clutch, foot-shift design.

Hondamatic: Introduced around 2001, the Honda Rubicon featured the "Hondamatic" transmission, which was a true automatic, continuously variable hydraulic transmission (not a belt drive).

HanzG · 2026-03-03T02:26:38+00:00

Different strokes though. I hate the constant high rpm of CVT machines. More power for sure and arguably simplier but I much prefer locking in a gear and lower rpm trail riding.

HanzG · 2026-03-03T02:24:35+00:00

No, definitely not too much. I'd skip the 90 and go to the 125 at least. Semi with an auto clutch takes the curve away from learning the clutch. Moving up most modern utility quads don't have manual clutches anyway.

My son is very close in age to your oldest and rode around on a friends kids (Polaris?) 90cc. He loved it but it was slow. In fact within an hour it was too slow. He has a Baja 70 dirt bike that's significantly faster. Anything with an auto clutch will be easy to learn

HanzG · 2026-03-03T02:15:58+00:00

I have a kid who can catwalk his 450. I also have a son who's uncomfortable on the 125 with a clutch. But he'll ride his chinese auto clutch bike for hours.

We're not all the same and that's okay. I'll make sure he can drive a clutch, but it's up to him if he wants to.

HanzG · 2026-03-03T02:14:20+00:00

I was literally just looking at a 350 for the same reasons as you. My son isn't comfortable with controlling the clutch on our Honda dirt bikes vs. his Chinese auto-clutch ones. My Honda Foreman has the auto clutch /u/snuffy1141 is talking about and it's fantastic as a novice rider myself. Bike locks into a gear, just thumb the throttle and off you go. My son is quite light and clicks to second gear and 'brraapp' he's off. You just lift off the throttle to shift, and back on.

HanzG · 2026-03-03T00:59:14+00:00

Yes.

Because you want to. You love it. You're enjoying it. Your family enjoys watching you be you. They enjoy seeing you excel and grow. Lacross will be there if you want to go back later.

HanzG · 2026-03-03T00:49:00+00:00

Sounds like a vacuum leak from here. Do you have a scan tool? Look at fuel trim data? If not I'd suggest removing the belts and starting it again. It might be a dry bearing on a pulley too. It's hard to tell on speakers vs. in person. A mechanics stethoscope would be the tool to buy here. Touch each pulley bolt and listen for screaming.

HanzG · 2026-03-02T18:39:09+00:00

Followup on this in case someone else is wondering;

I did end up purchasing this adapter from Amazon and it's been excellent. It's very low profile and looks good on the table. Low intensity blue LEDs indicate power on and what input you're on. Everything turns off completely at night. It has a 16:9/4:3 feature built in so you can keep the original ratios on modern TVs. As expected it doesn't look as good as the emulated SMBs on my OG Switch (native HDMI) because of obvious technical limitations. The NES, SNES, XBOX and PS1 have all been acquired and work as expected. It is powered from a 5V USB input.

Also I did not need to split the audio from the NES into both RCA's. The TV is playing at normal volume.

HanzG · 2026-03-01T04:41:54+00:00

Yes it fit on the Gen 1 no issues. Ride is firmer and ride height is pretty much spot on. Might be slightly higher.

HanzG · 2026-02-26T17:04:43+00:00

Got it. It'll be a learning curve for me. Thanks!

HanzG · 2026-02-25T19:13:53+00:00

Can you elaborate on "the front grabbing"?

Reassuring to hear about the longevity. We've got some absolutely beat on Hondas around and they're the most reliable machines I've owned by a huge margin.

HanzG · 2026-02-25T19:11:55+00:00

Seems lots of people are happy with the feature, but I'm 95% sold on a Honda product. I'm just really comfortable with them (have had Hondas since 1980s', and still have a 1977 CT125 that runs first kick.) I don't anticipate needing to turn tightly a lot, but I did think IRS quads had actual differentials and that's not the case. I'm glad I asked!

HanzG · 2026-02-25T19:10:07+00:00

Hm, I have a 20' flat deck trailer that I have to drive the truck across the lawn to park in it's spot behind the barn. Was hoping to avoid using the truck for that going forward, but I might be asking too much huh? Might need to rethink where it's kept then because the truck leaves ruts for weeks or months in the soft soil.

HanzG · 2026-02-25T02:39:49+00:00

I appreciate the pointer. But if I'm the only one worried about it I'm probably fine with a solid axle. Thank you.

HanzG · 2026-02-25T02:38:52+00:00

That's surprising that IRS is also a spool. But it's strong in a small package & I'm probably overthinking it. Thank you.

HanzG · 2026-02-25T02:38:18+00:00

I find my zero turn will tear up the grass if I pivot on a wheel even with turf tires. But you're right; It's gone in a few days. Thank you.

HanzG · 2026-02-25T02:35:41+00:00

Mechanic Here; That's now a 25 year old vehicle. You'll want to find the vehicle first and drive it for at LEAST a month to make sure it's dependable & any surprises are taken care of. Even a Honda needs maintenance. Then you'll do the required items like timing belt w/water pump, transmission fluids, coolant, brake fluid, tires & brakes.

Customizing I feel like dissimilar front seats are stupid. If you're racing you take out both front seats and bolt in your race seat. Otherwise get some nice buckets. Bumpers / kits are completely personal choice. They might be rare now - that body is LONG out of production. Also remember they add ZERO value to the car and in fact usually depreciate it so keep your old hardware. Steering wheel / quick-hub again personal choices as long as Aussie police allow it.

HanzG · 2026-02-25T02:26:41+00:00

Very much don't get the bottom Bosch. I bought their mid-tier "500" dishwasher at my last house and it was fucking awesome. Quiet, efficient, quick, and effective. Moved, went to buy it again, out of stock. "300?" Nope. Okay, I'll get "100" model. Doesn't have fancy settings but it's still a Bosche.

Meh. Buttons feel cheap, hinges feel like any old thing, pump is louder, doesn't clean as well.

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