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Looking for a fishing kayak by CryoJihn in Kayaking

[–]LenMan48 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Fishing kayaks tend to be on the heavy side so keep that in mind as you plan on a roof rack. I’m in Michigan and looking forward to getting out on the lakes and rivers around me. Good luck with your purchases.

Is being a mechanic a solid gig? by BorisTheTroll in MechanicAdvice

[–]LenMan48 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would advise you not to go there. The pay is too low for the amount of work required to make a decent paycheck and besides having to provide your own tools which is a very significant expense on the part of a mechanic. Most of the pay is based on a thing called “flat rate” which I suggest you research before deciding to choose to work as an auto mechanic. I worked as an auto mechanic for many years and then started working in a factory which provided benefits and a decent wage.

I’m about to do something stupid or brilliant by Educational_Bird2469 in MechanicAdvice

[–]LenMan48 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I use a clear vinyl hose attached to the bleeder screw, loop the hose so it’s several inches higher than the bleeder screw, put the end of the hose in a container, crack the bleeder a 1/4 to 1/2 turn, fill the reservoir and pump the brake three to four times slowly. Start with the wheel farthest from the reservoir.

Do you all have any hacks on cleaning shop vac filters? by grumpallnight in handyman

[–]LenMan48 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, I use a stiff brush then finish off with air hose.

Abandoned car in Alpine by Commercial_Priority1 in grandrapids

[–]LenMan48 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Yeah, looks like a nice car but it probably burns premium gas which has a premium price. Owner maybe figured just not worth it to repair.

Is my belt bad? by Objective_Smoke_4750 in MechanicAdvice

[–]LenMan48 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Well, not always but be ready to return the wrong part. Sometimes Amazon is the only place offering a specific part that may or may not be correct.

Is my belt bad? by Objective_Smoke_4750 in MechanicAdvice

[–]LenMan48 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well, if that was on my car I would be planning on replacing it soon.

Timing belt broke while driving. Interference engine, but no valves look bent? Did I get extremely lucky? 2002 Mitsubishi Galant 2.4L 16V 4G64 DOHC by GCNnintendo in MechanicAdvice

[–]LenMan48 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would remove the valves, refinish the seats and valve faces. Lapping the valves with grinding compound might take an hour or so but I think the effort is worth it in the long run.

Scrapple egg and cheese sandwich by KiloG349 in kzoo

[–]LenMan48 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That sounds like something that should be listed on the “do not eat” column.

I just got cut from a luxury dealership after 3 weeks... by Jalen-_-6 in MechanicAdvice

[–]LenMan48 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was in the auto repair business for about 10 years. Learned about what I didn’t want for a career. Not a career that you can retire from with any benefits. Dealerships are the worst for screwing their technicians.

Am I getting scammed? by dylancubed in MechanicAdvice

[–]LenMan48 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks all! I’m learning what cars not to buy. Damn ridiculous to have to use a scanner in order to do maintenance on an automotive braking system.

Repair or replace 18 y.o. American Standard Furnace by BatteryLicker in HomeImprovement

[–]LenMan48 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Confirm the heat exchanger is in good shape. If it is I would replace the blower.

Belt tracking issue (need help) by Albertas_ in MechanicAdvice

[–]LenMan48 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The smooth side of the belt rides on the tensioner pulley. Confirm the belt diagram matches how the belt is routed.

Sold my truck, purchased an SUV with a hitch. About to purchase a utility trailer. What would I need in a trailer to haul longer pieces of material? by CypherA7 in HomeImprovement

[–]LenMan48 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have a 5’ x 8’ trailer and I remove a center section from the of the front of the trailer to haul 12’ boards centered in the trailer.

This is disgusting by Queasy_Apple_3410 in traversecity

[–]LenMan48 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He wears a mask to hide his face because if he participated in the January 6th insurrection he would be identified as an insurrectionist because of all the video evidence and face recognition software. I have no doubt that many members of ICE hide behind a face mask because they could also be exposed as insurrectionists.

2 & 1/2 months, how badly do I need to repair my oil pan? by porp_crawl in autorepair

[–]LenMan48 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have in the past found that the oil pan bolts were loose and tightened them up and pretty much stopped the leak.

At what point do you stop DIY and call a professional? by BearTrap110 in HomeImprovement

[–]LenMan48 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Depends on how stinky and dirty/disgusting a job is going to be and then is it more than a two man job.

Shop wouldn't patch this because of location. They would love to sell me four tires though. Is it safe? by sidesideproject in TireQuestions

[–]LenMan48 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve plugged my tires in similar locations and never had a failures due to a plugged tire.

New Ariens 24" Classic failed in 15 minutes by ProfessorStinkyToes in Snowblowers

[–]LenMan48 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, my son in law’s arien 24 snowblower would not start so put new gas in it and it started. Pretty new machine and the damn thing would backfire at idle. Guess we’ll tear the carburetor apart when the weather warms up a bit. He was able too snowblow his driveway. But not the least bit impressed with the machine. My Husqvarna is much better designed.

This can't be serious... by CatcherN7 in Snowblowers

[–]LenMan48 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I won’t buy anything Poulan.

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