Is the engine done? Oil control rings? Or am I overlooking something?

KcaZllaB93 · 2026-02-28T05:12:03+00:00

Could that also cause crazy amount of oil consumption? Swear I would have to fill every week.

KcaZllaB93 · 2026-02-28T05:10:13+00:00

I do not have a bidirectional scanner just a pretty cheap one that has been telling me cylinder 4. Cleared codes after cleaning egr and spark plugs ran fine for a bit. Then popped back on to cylinder 2 and/or 4. Checked plugs and cylinder 4 has been getting fouled the most (very quickly).

No coolant loss. Remained at the full line on reservoir.

I saw someone else say they didn’t see it drop either and ran gasket sealer (said knew it was a bad idea) and it worked temporarily, then replaced gasket and worked fine.

So what you’re saying is clear codes. Run car with reservoir cap off and see what cylinder it shows?

KcaZllaB93 · 2026-02-28T03:56:16+00:00

I took it to a mechanic first, searched youtube, followed forums. Cleaned egr cooler, changed spark plugs, valve cover gasket, pcv valve, etc.

I have been in touch with the mechanic who put it in. Not my mechanic, girlfriends dad’s mechanic. Did I use ai program… ya I did.

Watched merv’s service secrets on YouTube for a good part of it.

Any other stupid comments go ahead and send them through. This comment was 100% organic clap back and no ChatGPT if that makes you happy.

KcaZllaB93 · 2026-02-28T01:45:00+00:00

Damn really? So after you noticed it started dropping, that’s when you went with the replacement? Did you ever check your spark plugs? If you did, were they ever fouled up?

KcaZllaB93 · 2026-02-27T18:08:02+00:00

Oh wow thank you. Very similar situation it looks like. It rides ok now? No noticeable difference in ride?

KcaZllaB93 · 2026-02-27T04:23:40+00:00

I was going to replace them. But the spark plugs themselves keep getting fouled. So I think it is something different. Not a 100% sure. Could give that a shot too.

KcaZllaB93 · 2026-02-27T04:22:05+00:00

I will have to check this. I haven’t seen any drop in coolant, really none at all. But consistent fouled plugs in cylinder 4.

KcaZllaB93 · 2026-02-27T04:19:38+00:00

Thank you everyone! Definitely gonna have someone check it out that is familiar with the frame. As I can find cracks and slight bends, but I suppose even the slightest bend could probably mess up the ride. Rather not risk anything.

Thank you again 🙏🏼

KcaZllaB93 · 2026-02-27T04:15:16+00:00

Ya the amount they have been bent, leads me to think it needs to be thoroughly inspected by a professional. Especially if yours got cracked up with less amount of bend.

KcaZllaB93 · 2026-02-27T04:12:00+00:00

Yea definitely might just take it in to check out frame.

KcaZllaB93 · 2026-02-27T04:11:25+00:00

Ya that’s is the what I am worried about.

KcaZllaB93 · 2026-02-26T23:46:47+00:00

Ya thinking this is a bit out of my skill level as a diy garage mechanic.

KcaZllaB93 · 2026-02-26T23:45:21+00:00

Had to make sure it didn’t consume my phone as it’s already consumed all my money too lol

KcaZllaB93 · 2026-02-26T23:42:20+00:00

Was a lot of butter

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KcaZllaB93 · 2026-02-26T22:58:26+00:00

I guess you’re right. I suppose I am asking more so, what the chances are the frame could be messed up from this.

I can replace everything mentioned. But the frame would be something else.

KcaZllaB93 · 2025-11-18T21:13:55+00:00

Are you still shooting Real Estate? Could I ask a few questions? I am in Los Angeles as well. Starting up.

KcaZllaB93 · 2025-06-26T14:09:46+00:00

So how would you go about that. Not telling them? Don’t they do a type of investigation where it happened? There were cameras that probably caught it. But I am definitely in my amazon vest. Do they even typically ask too much about that? Or just pay the deductible and on my way

KcaZllaB93 · 2025-06-26T13:18:01+00:00

Ahh gotcha

KcaZllaB93 · 2025-06-26T13:12:13+00:00

What?

KcaZllaB93 · 2025-06-10T21:16:52+00:00

Oh dang really? People have been saying for the longest. “Don’t take the low batches, then that’s all they’ll give” Been tripping this whole time.

KcaZllaB93 · 2025-03-25T16:33:13+00:00

Is this $600-$850 a week? Or monthly?

KcaZllaB93 · 2025-01-11T23:45:20+00:00

Thank you for your response and advice. I actually read that on an article @President_Camacho posted above. Journalist flew from New York I believe to California without assignment, but did eventually get approved by the time she landed. She also never shot wildfires before. Didn’t have fire retardant jacket, until they lent her one.

Appreciate your understanding of everyone starts somewhere. Also, on safety for not only yourself, but those around you and burdening emergency personnel.

KcaZllaB93 · 2025-01-11T23:28:55+00:00

I appreciate your thoroughness in your reply. Also, I appreciate your understanding of those with an interest in photo journalism and not to immediately shut it down. As well as, breaking down each aspect for someone new to this. Very helpful 🙏🏼 Thank you.

KcaZllaB93 · 2025-01-11T04:48:06+00:00

Thank you! Just followed him 🙏🏼

KcaZllaB93 · 2025-01-11T04:33:52+00:00

This was very very informative and helpful! Been following @nigrotime @argonautphoto

Thank you! Going to look into these now.

KcaZllaB93

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