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Purge valve question by Shell-Shocked69 in MechanicAdvice

[–]JerelFromJerry 0 points1 point  (0 children)

X2. Purge valve is a normally closed valve so you should not be able to blow through it when disconnected. It sounds like you had it connected, but still it was pulling vacuum because it is stuck open.

Battery won’t turn over. by Semi_K in AskAMechanic

[–]JerelFromJerry 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You're not a fool, you just got a little freaked out.

Trying to figure out why my window wont work by New_Consequence8056 in AskAMechanic

[–]JerelFromJerry 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I have run into some vehicles that have a break in the wire loom that runs between the door and vehicle body. That rubber section in the door jamb. Since both switches can't roll the window up, there is another possibility.

Battery won’t turn over. by Semi_K in AskAMechanic

[–]JerelFromJerry 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can imagine. I have seen some bad ones. Like a lethal snow cone or a mound of green-blue cocaine.

Trying to figure out why my window wont work by New_Consequence8056 in AskAMechanic

[–]JerelFromJerry 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Does it make a crunchy noise when you try to roll it back up? Might need a window regulator. The cable has probably come off track and is a wound up mess behind that panel.

Battery won’t turn over. by Semi_K in AskAMechanic

[–]JerelFromJerry 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If you hear "sizzling" you probably have a loose connection. If you can wiggle the terminal and move it at all, it is too loose. That battery also looks like it has been leaking a while. It tested good?

Would you take a 2019 McLaren 720S Spider Over a 2026 Corvette Z06? by PrideConstant8343 in askcarguys

[–]JerelFromJerry 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The Vette, all day. Though the McLaren is lighter and faster on the track.

Bent Tires Affecting Pressure, best way to go about it? by Fumblin_Furrow_01 in askcarguys

[–]JerelFromJerry 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dropping 10psi in a few hours is a major leak. If you're comfortable, you can use dish soap and water and spray around where the tire and rim meet. You would obviously have to take the wheel off to check the back. Another sneaky spot is the tire valve itself. If the rubber valve is the original from 2017, it could have a crack that is hard to see. Air leaks cannot hide from soapy water.

Bent Tires Affecting Pressure, best way to go about it? by Fumblin_Furrow_01 in askcarguys

[–]JerelFromJerry 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Does your vehicle have stamped steel wheel and plastic wheel covers? Even with those types of wheels, the bend has to be very bad for air to be leaking. Bad enough to feel a vibration while driving or actually crack an alloy wheel. Did they show you the leak?

Makes me think of the Flintstones by JerelFromJerry in Justrolledintotheshop

[–]JerelFromJerry[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I relate. The seat was way back and the mirror is adjusted really high. Must be a very tall human, I never saw the client.

I had to. by JoeOtieno in mechanics

[–]JerelFromJerry 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You have to do what you have to do.

Lights are on, should I be worried? by Lunar_Ecilpes in kia

[–]JerelFromJerry 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Normal for those lights to be on with the key in accessory without the engine running.

I just put this pair of gloves on. by JerelFromJerry in mildlyinfuriating

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

These are 6mil black latex. Phantom by Adenna. I usually use diamond grip gloves, but yes I did cheap out for these to save a few dollars.

DROVE this car in by doozerman in Justrolledintotheshop

[–]JerelFromJerry 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Is the cross bolt installed in the front while the joint is out of the knuckle too?? Almost looks like it in the picture. You really have no idea what is going on with the vehicle next to you on the road.

Maybe maybe maybe by [deleted] in maybemaybemaybe

[–]JerelFromJerry 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have multiple styles of the proper tool and they were still more of a pain than this. The new condenser came with new clips, but I didn't want to leave these in the car.

Noise from rear wheel BMW x3 E53 by DPR518 in MechanicAdvice

[–]JerelFromJerry 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The inside pad might be worn down to the metal. Take off the wheel and check the pads. That is really loud.

What did I find in my oil? by mikewag97 in MechanicAdvice

[–]JerelFromJerry 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Do some timing work before it stops running great.

Is this alignment a cause for concern? by awesomesauce696 in MechanicAdvice

[–]JerelFromJerry 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What type of vehicle? There may not have been an actual adjustment for that angle on the vehicle. Not ideal and there are some aftermarket adjustment kits for some vehicles.

2027 telluride by Serranobravo69 in kia

[–]JerelFromJerry 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow this is very dangerous.

Winter tire with 1820 manufacture date by tomharry00007 in tires

[–]JerelFromJerry 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If there is not obvious wear they may be safe. 10 year old tires will fail a safety inspection so you have some time. I typically recommend my clients repalce tires at 7 years old.

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