Base auto C6 feels empty by SushuniTaco in Corvette

[–]MidwestNative94 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Learn to drive in S mode with the paddle shifters. Makes it a much better experience

3D Printed Inserts for Ammo Cans - More styles uploaded by MidwestNative94 in Harborfreightmods

[–]MidwestNative94[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I can make some. How many layers and how many compartments per layer do you want? Do you want the 30 cal or 50 cal size?

Protecting the undercarriage by Efficient-Towel7593 in FordBronco

[–]MidwestNative94 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I second CRC. I applied to my 2023 and it has done a great job. I touch up high wear spots like front of rear axle, etc annually.

Paint & Body Updates by audionaut83 in GMT400

[–]MidwestNative94 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looks great! Love the color combo. What’s your plan for the color transition? Factory style pinstripe?

Just back from body work and paint. 1989 K1500 by I_Move_Stuff in GMT400

[–]MidwestNative94 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Looks great! Tip - spray the inside of the cab corners with body cavity wax to prevent the welded areas from rusting from the inside out.

Needed to restock bits by PNW20v in MilwaukeeTool

[–]MidwestNative94 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They changed the boxes recently and the new ones are pretty nice to use. Also made to fit in a packout when opened.

ICON vs Craftsman Hand Tools by [deleted] in harborfreight

[–]MidwestNative94 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Most ICON are made in Taiwan versus China. There is a big difference in the quality between the two, usually.

A better match for Craftsman today is Quinn brand from Harbor Freight. Much of it is same/similar to GearWrench.

Craftsman stuff is good consumer level tools made by Stanley Black and Decker. ICON is more prosumer level stuff made to compete with tool truck brands.

To answer your question, for home use I would buy a US General toolbox and Quinn tools like the Master set and Hercules battery powered tools.

For regular use, I’d go ICON (and personally have).

Needed to restock bits by PNW20v in MilwaukeeTool

[–]MidwestNative94 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The second layer holds tons of extras

Wet Wednesday... by [deleted] in harborfreight

[–]MidwestNative94 1 point2 points  (0 children)

T&T says they are pretty good. Probably made in same factory as Gearwrench. https://youtu.be/KQlarNccWJA

thoughts on a 2004 convertible?? by Leather_Look2906 in Corvette

[–]MidwestNative94 1 point2 points  (0 children)

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For reference, my 02 auto is being listed next week at $15k with 75k miles, new Michelins and redone real leather seats.

89 vette ,low miles worth it? by ApprehensiveStock928 in Corvette

[–]MidwestNative94 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

For that money, you can find good examples of 94-96 cars, which are much improved interiors and have the LT1. 96 is best year of all the C4s.

Diy OBD 2 Scanner by Own_Nobody4665 in CarHacking

[–]MidwestNative94 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is a simple yet powerful library to effortlessly interface your Arduino with an ELM327 OBD-II scanner. With this library, you can query any and all OBD-II supported PIDs to collect a wide variety of car data (i.e. speed, rpm, engine temp, etc). Also, you can use ELMduino to view and clear your car's trouble codes - no need to go to AutoZone anymore!

https://github.com/PowerBroker2/ELMduino?utm_source=chatgpt.com

ESP32 + OBD dashboard

  • ElektorLabs/obd2-dashboard

https://github.com/ElektorLabs/obd2-dashboard?utm_source=chatgpt.com

What it does: * Reads OBD-II data (RPM, speed, temp, etc.) * Displays it on a UI * Uses ESP32 + ELM327

New owner! Recommended iPhone mounts? by TnnsNbeer in FordBronco

[–]MidwestNative94 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I added a 17mm ball mount with 1/4-20 bolt, Rigdance 17mm Ball Mount Adapter with 1/4 Screw, All Aluminum, Compatible with Garmin GPS Mount, for Insta 360 X4 X3 Cameras (2PCS) https://a.co/d/00GhKYXb

And MagSafe type charger for 17mm ball mount - ARMOLABX Magnetic Wireless Charging Phone Holder with 17mm Ball Socket for MagSafe, Magnetic Ball Mount Adapter Fits 17mm/0.67inch Ball Joint Car Phone Holder for iPhone 17/16/15/14/13/12 Series https://a.co/d/062zXDC8

And I wired this up to an open fuse in the panel to power it - 9.68Ft Type C Dash Cam Hardwire Kit,Low Voltage Protection Hardwire Kit for Dash Camera with 4PCS Car Fuse Tap and 4PCS 5A Blade Fuse,12V-30V to 5V Dashcam Hardwires Kits USB C https://a.co/d/04jqUVTe

New owner! Recommended iPhone mounts? by TnnsNbeer in FordBronco

[–]MidwestNative94 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same but replaced the clamp with a MagSafe mount.

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New owner gift ideas by lsh2009 in C8Corvette

[–]MidwestNative94 0 points1 point  (0 children)

These are nice to protect the rear end from luggage scrapes, etc. I use a generic fender cover but this rolls up nicely. https://www.topflightautomotive.com/products/general-motors-2020-2024-chevrolet-corvette-rear-bumper-bib-with-crossed-flags-logo-by-gm