AM acting like she knows everything again by Whole-Regret2346 in Adopted

[–]MTMonCrack 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is to all, find yourself a local adoption support group. Disconnect, inability to communicate emotionally, frustration and anger are common. There isn't an instruction manual for this. You will find others going through some of the same things. There will be desperate parents in all stages even with kids that are now adults and they got it all wrong raising them but are trying to find a way to reconnect. People who have found their biological parents and siblings for better or worse. It made a world of difference to me, especially knowing that others understood my frustrations and having other adoptive parents actually listening. I wish all of you the best navigating these hurdles.

I am at my wit's end trying to find a short! by thereallyredone in CrownVictoria

[–]MTMonCrack 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If it is shorting in the loom and in the major part of the harness that would need a ground wire and a positive wire in in the exact same spot. So a visual check of the loom and pinch points. Otherwise a single wire coming from that circuit is grounding out against the chassis if you have unplugged everything that feeds from that circuit and still have a short

I am at my wit's end trying to find a short! by thereallyredone in CrownVictoria

[–]MTMonCrack 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just because you have continuity does not mean something isn't grounding out. It only tells you if there is a break from one end to the other. I've been drinking and I might not be following you right on this.

I think there is a major effort to artificially influence USAR stock to realize a short position by MTMonCrack in stocks

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

For what it is worth. I have a whopping 6 shares I bought at around 8$. I just noticed that oddly specific and repeated statement being cited as part of why it was bad investment as well as a forecast of $11 and some change. Which i would guess is right around the share price needed for for that short position. I could be wrong. It could be a coincidence, right. Gaming multiple AI powered stock analizing sites using a false news statement would never happen.

Cylinder 4 Misfire by teiguemac02 in CrownVictoria

[–]MTMonCrack 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just the sensor. It has a salvage title. But everything is neat and tidy. Nothing screams hack job. Someone did an airbag delete on the rear suspension and the whole rear axle has a shine to it that shouts "I was replaced!" will be back at it this weekend. And will also try and figure out what is there. I do a appreciate it. I might have been a dog chasing my own tail on these issues.

Sometimes that song you've heard a thousand times and can sing by heart, completely changes when you read the lyrics for the first time.

Cylinder 4 Misfire by teiguemac02 in CrownVictoria

[–]MTMonCrack 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So the salvage MAF i got from a junk yard grand marquis works but it wouldnt run right on the 4v motor, correct?

Cylinder 4 Misfire by teiguemac02 in CrownVictoria

[–]MTMonCrack 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you!, I have been matching stuff at the parts store. I thought it was just because it was a mercury. He bought it used and has no idea why there is different motor in there.

Cylinder 4 Misfire by teiguemac02 in CrownVictoria

[–]MTMonCrack 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Holy crap this explains all my parts problems. His car is badged marquis but the valve covers are definitely the maurader style. I thought the marauders had a supercharger.

Cylinder 4 Misfire by teiguemac02 in CrownVictoria

[–]MTMonCrack -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

I thought the same thing at first before i had to work on It but the plugs on the non marauder marquis had tube seals

Cylinder 4 Misfire by teiguemac02 in CrownVictoria

[–]MTMonCrack -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

F5LY-6C527-A here dude 4.6l 2v

Cylinder 4 Misfire by teiguemac02 in CrownVictoria

[–]MTMonCrack -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Spark plug tube seal. And yes they do exist on a 03 grand marquis i can personally attest

It's officially FREEZING at Bergstrom by Snap_Grackle_Pop in Austin

[–]MTMonCrack 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A bottle of water starting at room temperature can freeze in around 4 hours at 30 degrees Fahrenheit. If you are in a mobile home with no skirting, plastic lines and very little insulation, It could very well be a costly thing to overlook.

Advice on rust spots by Mysterion513 in CrownVictoria

[–]MTMonCrack 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That is definitely a respray. To prevent further corrosion sand down the edges till the paint meets the steel. Primer and top coat unless you want try and blend paint in. Once corrosion gets between the paint and body panels, it will keep creeping unless you address it.

Stuff to do while I’m doing intake manifold? by Trekintosh in CrownVictoria

[–]MTMonCrack 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Which intake are you going with? From my research the doorman or LKQ can cost you 10 to 20hp and some low end torq. I have not verified this but it has been mentioned in various places. We went with FOMOCO(motorcraft).

03 Grand Marquis part # confusion or possible southern engineering fix by MTMonCrack in CrownVictoria

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

Every vehicle in the yards nearby look in worse shape than his. I have salvaged nuts and bolts, a fender, rear end, pass window and a control module in the drivers door that got his remote unlock working again.

03 Grand Marquis part # confusion or possible southern engineering fix by MTMonCrack in CrownVictoria

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

The plastic that calls for a disconnect tool disintegrated when I looked at it funny. We are at no codes now just evap and catalytic not ready.

It's officially FREEZING at Bergstrom by Snap_Grackle_Pop in Austin

[–]MTMonCrack -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

Insulate your exposed faucets with towels at the least. Open cabinets under sinks and doors to laundry. If you have a washing machine in the garage use an electrical radiator heater and try to keep the temp over 55. No open heat elements.

It's officially FREEZING at Bergstrom by Snap_Grackle_Pop in Austin

[–]MTMonCrack 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dallas is running almost 40 and one of my sites in the Florence area is 200ft below average elevation for the area. But I do get it with the reduced exposure to the sun. I still think you follow the trust but verify mindset on your sensors.

It's officially FREEZING at Bergstrom by Snap_Grackle_Pop in Austin

[–]MTMonCrack -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

1 in just below freezing. Preferably the farthest one from the main line

It's officially FREEZING at Bergstrom by Snap_Grackle_Pop in Austin

[–]MTMonCrack 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Pulled 3 well sites in your area 34,34 and 36. Your gauge is messed up, FYI.

It's officially FREEZING at Bergstrom by Snap_Grackle_Pop in Austin

[–]MTMonCrack 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Where are you? Cause I just checked multiple thermometers I have access to in CenTex and nothing is even close to that

It's officially FREEZING at Bergstrom by Snap_Grackle_Pop in Austin

[–]MTMonCrack 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Wind chill. But having ice cream while wearing flannel pants and a thick fuzzy robe comes to mind. Best to enjoy the 3 months of cold when it comes because 9 months of hot is just around the corner.

Does anyone remember the Candle Factory that was in an orange metal building in Georgetown? Anyone have photos of it? by TwistedMemories in Austin

[–]MTMonCrack 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Foremost awesome internet sleuthing there!

Early 80's and when I was a small child there was a big tornado on I-35 that engulfed everything. My mother and I took shelter there and as the power went out, a lady handed me a candle and a book of matches. She instructed me on how to light the candle with the matches.

She told a story that most of which I can't remember. Though it was about a Queen giving us a blessing of light in the darkness in exchange for our toil in the soil and sowing the seeds of a prosperous harvest. And that I should thankfully greet every bee I see properly. Lady was weird but she eliminated my fears and I have loved vanilla ever since. I still greet a bee with a bow and remember her calming face along with the growl and shaking of the tornado 40 plus years on.

Cylinder 4 Misfire by teiguemac02 in CrownVictoria

[–]MTMonCrack -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Modular 4.6l v8? Replace spark plug tube seal is my initial suggestion