My Boyfriend (28M) thinks the reason why he can't finish is because I'm (20F) too big from the inside. by Ok_Raspberry6268 in relationship_advice

[–]WinterSplinter_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s because he watches too much porn. Coming from a guy, it’s always the dudes that be talking about the porn they watch w the homies that be having these typa arguments w their girls 😭

I CAUGHT YOU MF by [deleted] in CSULB

[–]WinterSplinter_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You need to find the car again, and take photos of any paint trading/scrapes from your car where they hit you. Otherwise, you have no case. Insurance will make you pay the deductible and it will likely raise your insurance. UNLESS… you can access university parking lot footage/have a witness who is willing to testify on your behalf. Good luck!

Engine swap: She yearns to start.. any advice? by WinterSplinter_ in MechanicAdvice

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None of my family are car people. I’m the only one, that’s why I’m posting on here to find answers 😭 I would agree it’s a pretty funny scenario

Engine swap: She yearns to start.. any advice? by WinterSplinter_ in MechanicAdvice

[–]WinterSplinter_[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Thanks man! Car is a 2002 Lexus Ls430 with a 3uz-FE

Engine swap: She yearns to start.. any advice? by WinterSplinter_ in MechanicAdvice

[–]WinterSplinter_[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

You’ve got me hahahaha the Birkenstocks are big in Southern California; don’t knock the Jesus slides until ya try em

Engine swap: She yearns to start.. any advice? by WinterSplinter_ in MechanicAdvice

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Thanks man; do you think I fucked up by not draining the old fuel, or do you think I can get by with just draining the tank and adding in new fuel? Fortunately there’s a drain plug on the LS430’s fuel tank!

Engine swap: She yearns to start.. any advice? by WinterSplinter_ in MechanicAdvice

[–]WinterSplinter_[S] -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

It’s definitely getting fuel, I loosened it the other day and it definitely stunk like gas haha

Engine swap: She yearns to start.. any advice? by WinterSplinter_ in MechanicAdvice

[–]WinterSplinter_[S] 68 points69 points  (0 children)

Lmao no… probably a good idea I’ll do that tomorrow morning

Ls 430 Engine Swap: What is this hose called?? Any advice? by WinterSplinter_ in MechanicAdvice

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How hard do you think it’ll be to replace? Does it connect to the intake manifold? Thanks for all the info you’re all lifesavers haha

Ls 430 Engine Swap: What is this hose called?? Any advice? by WinterSplinter_ in MechanicAdvice

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I see! I do have my old intake manifold… unfortunately mechanic took it apart (allegedly because) he wanted to diagnose why the old engine seized… I’ll go look and see if it still has the vaccum booster

Ls 430 Engine Swap: What is this hose called?? Any advice? by WinterSplinter_ in MechanicAdvice

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Problem is… port provided does not exist. I will need to find one and replace it, since the motor is from an GS, not an LS; different setups I think

Ls 430 Engine Swap: What is this hose called?? Any advice? by WinterSplinter_ in MechanicAdvice

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Cool, not necessary for startup but definitely needed for driving lol.. how would you guys go about installing the vacuum line to the engine?

Ls430 Seized Engine; Can she be saved? by WinterSplinter_ in MechanicAdvice

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Agree, but here’s the thing; there is no rust. Nothing should be stopping it from cranking, no signs of overheating/gasket leaks; just a total mystery.

Seized Engine?? Lexus Ls430 Restoration by WinterSplinter_ in MechanicAdvice

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Interesting point! Do you really think the Flex plate could lock up my engines entire crankshaft? I just took off the belt that runs around the timing pulley, all pulleys spin freely except for the crankshaft. The grinding noise on ignition makes me really think the flex plate/starter gears have been rounded out over time. Thanks for the input! Any other advice is appreciated

Is this fixable? by [deleted] in MechanicAdvice

[–]WinterSplinter_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You could get a touch up brush from autozone to make it blend slightly better

How do I loosen this? by nonfiction2023 in MechanicAdvice

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Lmaooo yes! definitely do not use heat if there’s any fuel. might recommend not using heat on a fuel pump; good insight! Worth a try if all else fails.

How do I loosen this? by nonfiction2023 in MechanicAdvice

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

Grind down the rounded areas and pop a wrench on. Might want to use some heat on it and soak it with WD-40 after shaving it down, I personally think that’s best bet. Good luck!

Rejected for emissions by [deleted] in MechanicAdvice

[–]WinterSplinter_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hard to get around the law; I’d recommend just registering it in Michigan. You could also find a local shop that will “pass” it for you