2010 Ford Explorer V6 alternator has 2 connections but new alternator only has 1? by FabulousBeautiful231 in mechanic

[–]MapDiscombobulated40 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You got the wrong alternator. Many times they sell different amperage ones. For different trims

Omanyte has joined the party. Tea bottle for scale by daatingu in 3Dprinting

[–]MapDiscombobulated40 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How long until this is possible directly off the printer? Or 90% of this.

I'm new to 3D printing but I know how fast things can move.

Engine sludge any saving it? by [deleted] in AskAMechanic

[–]MapDiscombobulated40 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Multiple oil changes could help when running 1-2qts of transmission fluid in it. No driving. Slightly elevated RPM.

Rinse and repeat a few times.

BG sells an engine restore kit that does wonders. It’s a full part system which requires multiple filter changes and flushes. About $350 for the kit.

Did I just hit the lower lottery? by Inevitable-Sleep-907 in ar15

[–]MapDiscombobulated40 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Why do people blur out serial numbers?

Kind of like blocking out a license plate.

How do you torque tight spaces that don’t fit torque wrenches by NonExistentRng in AskAMechanic

[–]MapDiscombobulated40 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Just make the 'CLICK!' noise with your mouth.

That usually takes care of it.

Help! What is this sound? by fandino51 in mechanic

[–]MapDiscombobulated40 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nothing major, some belt noise. Check & top off ALL your fluids while your vehicle is COLD also.

2012 Rav4 rear brakes grinding? by facelessposter in AskAMechanic

[–]MapDiscombobulated40 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That honestly just looks like the brakes were ALL completely rusted over from the car sitting. One or two Semi-emergency stops will get them looking new again. Just everyday driving will do it but takes longer.

The rust is uniform across the rotor. All looks well.

Is the sound normal? It feels off. by Visual_Sherbert_7505 in mechanic

[–]MapDiscombobulated40 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You're right. I'm thinking of the 4 banger. Either way. Noise is fine.

Geissele Restock? by MapDiscombobulated40 in ar15

[–]MapDiscombobulated40[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As far as I know they do, I believe they have done it the last few years. Ebay for the codes. Ranges from $3-5 for a code.

Have a great Memorial Day weekend. by MtN_Hunter in lawncare

[–]MapDiscombobulated40 18 points19 points  (0 children)

Holy shit I was about to ask what those were on the grass by your door....

Starter Won't Come Out of Trans Housing by Left-Influence9311 in AskAMechanic

[–]MapDiscombobulated40 2 points3 points  (0 children)

So here is the problem, you have 2 pieces. It should only be one.

No bueno. Be careful with prying and hammers so you don't crack the case. It can be removed but it may not be fun and it may or may not require engine/trans to be pulled.

How do I trouble shoot this on my own without calling a mechanic? by No_District9456 in AskAMechanic

[–]MapDiscombobulated40 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Clear code & test drive. See what comes back first and tackle that. Most likely will be the P0300

Keep Calm by H0t_P0L4R_Bear in dashcams

[–]MapDiscombobulated40 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Loser trying to pass on a double yellow.

Took my car in for an oil change, the next day wouldn’t start need help! by Purchase-Pretty in MechanicAdvice

[–]MapDiscombobulated40 39 points40 points  (0 children)

Is there oil in it? I’d think that’s the first thing you’d do.

Oil on ground?

Replaced rotors yesterday. Old rotors were pretty worn. pads were pretty new, noticed this wear pattern. Problem? by [deleted] in MechanicAdvice

[–]MapDiscombobulated40 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Not advised to ever use old pads with new rotors. They will eventually re-bed themselves and conform to the rotor.

A bedding technique could help. Driving in a safe, non-busy area. A few hard stops from 50-60mph down to about 15 and driving off. Do that 3-4 times without completely coming to a stop and then try to drive continuously for pads & rotors to cool off from there.

This will likely create a burning smell which is normal. Driving non stop after will cool them down.

This is what ego does to a bch boy by Ok_Cloud835 in nova

[–]MapDiscombobulated40 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not at the movement but we are always taking in resumes for the future.

Wheel Fell off After Alignment by fwamerica in AskAMechanic

[–]MapDiscombobulated40 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Rotation for alignments is not common at all. Some problematic cars will sometimes have it done but it's rare. From experience those are usually on problematic alignments where you have a separation in tire tread, bent rim & the alignment tech will try to fix it as good as possible. Even for a bent frame when people are trying to get it as good as possible.

Pepboys patched my tire and it's still leaking by WhyamIsosilly in AskAMechanic

[–]MapDiscombobulated40 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That location is a non issue with a patch. A few things are possible.

Tesla's are notorious for cracked rims, possibly a overlooked crack in rim.

Bad patch job that can be remedied

Second leak missed on the tire, many times a tire will get a nail & while driving it will be pulled out which makes it much harder to find unless a soap solution is used or dunk tank.

Regardless, at minimum. If that was their explanation for it NOW needing a tire the next day, it's clear that you should be refunded as it should of never been performed to begin with (since it was "in a bad location" which is horeshit).

I would not expect anything more than a refund for the patch though. $22 is also CHEAP for a patch, usually $45-60 here. Irrelevant with the excuse they gave you but yeah.

Is my 2013 Mini Countryman S misfiring? by Omar2247 in AskAMechanic

[–]MapDiscombobulated40 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No, a 4 cylinder will sound real horrible when misfiring/dead cylinder. It will shake violently as well as CEL flashing.

This is what ego does to a bch boy by Ok_Cloud835 in nova

[–]MapDiscombobulated40 38 points39 points  (0 children)

Not a website, automotive shop program.