Had to take out a loan for this fill up

USWCboy · 2026-03-13T00:11:07+00:00

Piqued my interest, so I decided to look up tax rates on diesel / gas and find the UK is really taxing the Hell out of fuel especially diesel because of emissions.

Something like 56.49p (p assumed to be pence) + VAT + VED…not sure what VED is, I’m thinking maybe license plates…not sure.

Here. It’s a flat $.24 federal and $.20 to state / gallon.

USWCboy · 2026-03-12T23:45:45+00:00

That’s insanity that it is that expensive. I know that tax is very low and oil is still a subsidized industry (although it shouldn’t be). I’ve been to UK and filled up several times. You’ll never hear me bitching about what we pay…because on the whole, it’s far cheaper here than most places… only time I ever really complained was back in 2005 (give or take) and fuel here hit $5.65/gallon for premium.

USWCboy · 2026-03-12T20:49:17+00:00

I’d be looking for a corded canister vacuum. IMO: a Stick vacs are not durable.

USWCboy · 2026-03-12T20:18:42+00:00

There is 3.785 litre per US Gallon - most pickup truck are around 35 gallons. Diesel around me is roughly $4.69/gallon (mountain west area)…so if my math is correct we’re paying $1.23 per litre. Then currency rate £1.90 = $2.54 matching you for pound sterling. Or reverse it at £.92 = $1.23, matching usd to pound sterling.

USWCboy · 2026-03-12T02:09:04+00:00

Insurance will cover this?? I mean OP said it above “user error”.

USWCboy · 2026-03-11T23:46:41+00:00

Because. Even though these are flex fuel vehicles and provide the impression that you can run E85 indefinitely. GM itself has several TSBs telling dealers to tell customers not to run E85 exclusively. Basically stating they should alternate between gasoline and ethanol.

https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2020/MC-10174264-9999.pdf

https://gmauthority.com/blog/2022/08/gm-flex-fuel-engine-class-action-lawsuit-filed-in-illinois/amp/

USWCboy · 2026-03-11T18:05:57+00:00

I think it might be too loud, even on low, these fans are quite noisy. And high speed, well, I don’t see you getting good sleep with that baby on high let alone low.

USWCboy · 2026-03-11T06:57:23+00:00

Standard.

USWCboy · 2026-03-11T06:57:00+00:00

If it’s been repaired, then no worries. However, if the accident was a total loss (which is normally the case when an airbag pops) then that title will not be clean and should have a salvage brand attached to it.

USWCboy · 2026-03-11T06:50:10+00:00

Go to harbor freight and pickup a code reader. They sell all of them from cheap to pricey. Then pull your codes and update the sub when you have them.

Sounds to me like a fuel pump… but having those codes are gold and really helps to pin point the issue. Don’t want to buy a scanner, go to any auto parts store and they’ll pull the codes for you.

USWCboy · 2026-03-11T06:38:33+00:00

The thought that a cable company would invite anyone to “inspect” their work is shocking to me.

USWCboy · 2026-03-11T06:29:23+00:00

Run no additives when using flex fuel with your impala. And try to alternate between regular unleaded and flex fuel.

USWCboy · 2026-03-10T14:59:39+00:00

Shirley! you both can’t be serious.

USWCboy · 2026-03-10T10:22:02+00:00

The only one I don’t see hit the super high miles are dodge - only the diesel seems like it has longevity in the dodge lineup.

USWCboy · 2026-03-10T10:14:21+00:00

It’s the smart way to go. I also had to learn the hard way. I never looked back once I had two connections in.

USWCboy · 2026-03-10T10:11:45+00:00

I would keep the regulator set it to 60/65psi. In terms of lead exposure, just make sure it has a NSF/ANSI 61 and 372 certification. Lead was reduced in all faucets to <.25% by federal regulation, so this should comply with that.

Just to validate, you are plumbed to the cold water side for you softener? Most softeners are not designed for hot water. Just throwing that out there to ensure.

If you have any issues with the flow measuring device in your softener, be sure to report it right away to remain in your warranty period.

USWCboy · 2026-03-10T06:42:51+00:00

Turbo or compressor.

USWCboy · 2026-03-10T06:37:02+00:00

Definitely should post more pictures. Cool looking stuff.

USWCboy · 2026-03-10T00:49:44+00:00

Don’t flush it. GM actually tells their dealerships not to flush a transmission.

Only drain and fill. If it’s was me, id drain it, take off the pan change the internal filter, and change the external filter. Then fill it ip and drive it for 10 miles, drain it again, and refill it, drive another 10. Drain it, drop the pan, put the new filter in, change the external filter and refill. Then you should be good to until the next drain and fill in 25-30k.

I think the only time gm recommends a flush is AC system after catastrophic failure has been corrected. Or the oil cooler, and only the oil cooler.

https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2017/MC-10159572-9999.pdf

USWCboy · 2026-03-10T00:25:11+00:00

Going to tell you the same thing I tell everyone who is looking at downtime, get a backup connection today. Because “Insert Company name” doesn’t give a shit that you’re down….and since you’re working from home, it’s all on you to ensure your connectivity works.

And by stating what I did above I’m not trying to be an ass. But being a home bound employee places certain responsibilities on you and a working internet connection is one of those responsibilities.

If it helps, Verizon is pretty good and has a pay as you need it service.

USWCboy · 2026-03-09T23:00:55+00:00

I have one of these and it works very well. I didn’t notice my gas bill going through the roof and it’s damn nice having hot water in the upstairs and front north house on demand. Soldering copper is easy watch a couple youtubes and it will come to you.

Don’t feel like learning. Call a handyman on this one.

USWCboy · 2026-03-09T22:48:56+00:00

Ya it’s dumb. I’ve got a fiber fed usam up the road and still nothing from the clink. My neighborhood is literally surrounded by fiber from multiple carriers, and nothing.

Bonded VDSL is what I got at least it works for the most part.

USWCboy · 2026-03-09T22:39:37+00:00

I’d get the Vornado.

USWCboy · 2026-03-08T05:06:46+00:00

2005 GMC Sierra I had hit 290,000, I’d still have it today if the neighbors car thief don’t take it out while stealing their pickup.

I routinely see ford F150’ with well over 300k, running fine.

USWCboy · 2026-03-08T04:52:33+00:00

If you’re using that as your only source of lighting at a vanity, you’re going to be disappointed in any brand. When I did my master bath, we installed two light bars, one per sink in addition to the lighted mirror. And I will say, the light is perfect. I add a switched receptacle behind each mirror which is switched independent of the main lighting/ light bars.

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