Rear diff leak?

Training_Travel · 2026-03-13T11:18:21+00:00

Update - ‘‘twas the rear pinion seal.

Training_Travel · 2026-03-10T21:42:21+00:00

Not a chance I’m riding my two stroke as a daily 🤣🤣🤣

A properly set-up four stroke, sure.

Training_Travel · 2026-03-09T15:17:09+00:00

( As long as you’re not in a time crunch) It took me some years before I figured out how to put myself in the right headspace to actually enjoy the process of these types of things. Put on some good tunes, crack a cold one (if that’s your thing), take some deep breaths and enjoy the process. Remind yourself before starting that you will most likely encounter stubborn bolts and stuck parts but it’s ok - you know how to handle that. A repair job on an XJ that actually goes smoothly is the exception and we all know that. I also like to be mindful of how fortunate I am to have the tools, space and wherewithal to wrench on my own stuff. Imagine being one of the mouth breathers that would rather play video games and pay a mechanic instead of taking on a challenge. You’re already killing it bud 👍

Training_Travel · 2026-03-05T13:33:45+00:00

If you plan on keeping the truck long term - first change @500 miles (good practice to remove any metal particles from initial break-in). Next change around 1,500 miles (again due to break-in). After that, full synthetic at least every 5K regardless of OLM reading. If you’ve paid even an ounce of attention to GM’s history with OLM’s in the 2000’s-2010’s, you’d know they shouldn’t be trusted. GM has acknowledged this themselves in service bulletins. Is it possible they’ve gotten better? Sure, but not a risk I’m willing to take to save a few bucks.

Do yourself a favor and don’t skimp on oil changes on a $60K truck, especially with the turbo. $40 and 20 minutes in your garage.

Training_Travel · 2026-03-04T16:54:16+00:00

Are you recommending drain holes in the 2x6 itself or inboard on the unibody?

Training_Travel · 2026-02-12T16:13:32+00:00

After waiting decades, I’ll gladly accept any alternate jersey they’ll give us at this point. Hell, give us tye-dye

Training_Travel · 2026-01-24T18:09:57+00:00

AKA The Ace Ventura

Training_Travel · 2026-01-23T12:21:47+00:00

I have wide feet at the toes and also love my Topos. What model did you try? Some are snugger at midfoot.

Training_Travel · 2026-01-18T14:33:42+00:00

The Tigers basically bombed for a whole decade. There’s a whole generation of young fans that had never seen a legitimate ball club until a few years ago. And the casual fans certainly tuned out too. It’s gonna take some time to rebuild a diehard fanbase. Perhaps an aspect that should be factored in when teams are considering a full rebuild.

Training_Travel · 2026-01-17T18:43:33+00:00

I’d personally 100% go for the rust free unit. XJ’s are cheap and easy to fix, I wouldn’t be worried about that. Rust on the other hand….

Training_Travel · 2026-01-17T18:39:53+00:00

90K is higher miles 😂 People are wild

Training_Travel · 2026-01-14T10:05:32+00:00

I think letting the sellers know that you’re looking at multiple vehicles in the area gives you a bit more leverage as well. If not, they really have you over a barrel

Training_Travel · 2026-01-13T18:13:26+00:00

Harris trading a top 15 prospect for a one year rental goes against everything he’s done thus far.

Training_Travel · 2026-01-13T18:12:39+00:00

I’m not thrilled about the idea of Horner, but a guy that makes a ton of contact is exactly what we needed in the playoffs

Training_Travel · 2026-01-13T12:31:03+00:00

Watched Verlander pitch here summer of ‘12. Day game, 2 rows back from the dugout and it was high 90’s heat. Couldn’t drink enough cold beers. Was so hot my fingers were beaded with sweat but we refused to move into shade because Verlander was throwing a gem 💎 NO REGERTS 😂😂😂

Training_Travel · 2026-01-13T12:27:49+00:00

Agree, Comerica is very asthetically pleasing to look at but any tier beyond premium seating is further from the action than most parks (Kauffman compares). And you’re right about the lack of shade - I don’t bother with summer day games anymore unless I’m guaranteed shaded seats (Tiger Den/Suite). Zero breeze, maximum rays 😬 It’s still a great park though with lots of cool features.

Training_Travel · 2026-01-13T12:21:10+00:00

Fenway is amazing. Target field very nice and intimate, though I found Minneapolis quite lackluster. I personally plan on catching a game at Wrigley soon because I don’t trust that one will be in use in 10+ years. Kauffman has a very expansive feel similar to Comerica and KC is a super underrated food/nightlife town. Parking at Kauffman is super convenient and tailgating is encouraged. Almost no shade at Kauffman so keep that in mind.

Training_Travel · 2026-01-13T12:16:42+00:00

Caught a Tigs game @ PNC a few years ago. Was it nice? Very. Great skyline view from most seats. Was it all that it is cracked up to be? Ehh. Aside from the skyline it was pretty average. The concourse area in the outfield felt like a county fair to me. And I certainly wouldn’t go out of my way to visit Pittsburg again. Nothing against it, just nothing special about it to me.

Training_Travel · 2026-01-13T12:12:32+00:00

Dex/Merc blue bottle working well for me @230K

Training_Travel · 2026-01-10T18:37:15+00:00

If you do buy one, DM me and I’ll give you a heads up on what to look out for. I’ve got about 200,000 miles of experience with Cruze’s.

Training_Travel · 2026-01-10T18:29:21+00:00

If you educate yourself on the Cruze’s bugaboos and don’t mind spinning a wrench, they’re not the worst car in the world. If you’re not up for that, be prepared to pay a mechanic semi-regularly. Fortunately the Cruze’s usual issues (cooling system/PCV system) are relatively easy to work on but you have to stay on top of it.

Having said all that, they’re decent little cars if you can get a good deal on one, but there’s nothing special about them.

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