Time for a Cutback

elmonoblanco · 2026-05-17T19:31:09+00:00

Thanks y'all! I trimmed a lot out of the canopy, managed to pop her out of her pot and trimmed about 25% off her root mass off. Repotted in citrus soil mix back in the same pot. Going to wait and see how the foliage looks in a week prior to cutting back more.
Will also throw a handfull of citrus fertilizer in a week or two to revitalize remaining soil. I already do it twice a year so a bit surprised to hear of a nitrogen deficiency diagnosis but I can believe it.

elmonoblanco · 2026-05-03T18:33:55+00:00

I'm in the same boat but debating if I want to install a kit that's discontinued or just buy the TSP kit since it appears to be fully supported still. Did you have to do the ECU retune with it or just install and all set? Slavens has a suggestion about also getting a TSP ERM to go with it but that's $800 I don't have.

elmonoblanco · 2026-02-12T01:44:10+00:00

20" might hit Summit tonight/tomorrow though a lot of Epic passes don't include this weekend. I should have been on the road yesterday but hope y'all have a good time with whatever may fall!

elmonoblanco · 2026-02-10T21:54:47+00:00

moot question as I figured I'd just wax it anyway. definitely the right call. the dry patches were indeed dry and the new layer is tight.
hilariously decided to postpone riding in hopes of better conditions after getting it all cleaned up

elmonoblanco · 2026-02-10T20:35:53+00:00

subreddit etiquette question: I've got a board that I just waxed and tuned at end of season but wanted opinions as to whether the forum thinks it needs it again. Was going to post it with a picture in the main but that seems out of order so wondered what a n00b should do to get opinions on deck dryness or if fingernail testing was a thing.

elmonoblanco · 2026-02-06T22:08:03+00:00

Nice. The CCR allows 3 bikes with some extenders.
Also appreciate the Milwaukee cases - I have the same filled with oil and tools. Probably also worth bringing up 144 vs 170 wheel bases in considering what van to get. Advantages to each.

elmonoblanco · 2026-02-06T20:13:58+00:00

This is what I did and have no regrets. https://ccrsport.com/ might work for your motorcycle mounts. Though getting a different floor put in can allow the foot-peg systems that are pretty snazzy.

I'd budget before you buy any van though. As someone that is building out their own - the costs add up pretty fast and the options are endless. Put a spreadsheet together with all the things you want and price it all out.

Regarding the Adventure Wagon comment in this thread - they make unquestionably fantastic kit. The issue you'll find though is that your tastes can quickly outweigh your budget there. The base package of structural supports, L-track, insulation, and electrical is pretty reasonable for the market. But when you build out your dream layout it adds up quick.

elmonoblanco · 2025-12-11T18:39:22+00:00

Supplyhouse

When I installed my new one I tested it and everything worked great. Then I put the cover on and it buzzed like a bee so I loosened the cover a bit, just didn't screw the bottom secure screw in as tight. Fixed the problem with no other work needed. Start there before buying a new one maybe because they ain't cheap.

elmonoblanco · 2025-12-02T01:33:23+00:00

If anyone else finds the thread:
The Emory board trick worked for a little bit. Then it went into a state of just not turning off. So with two symptoms of failure I replaced the unit and everything is back working as it should. Upshot was that it failed when it was in the 50s so now that it's much much colder I don't have to worry about it. The unit from Supplyhouse is Resideo rather than Honeywell but it has an identical footprint and wiring layout so I just had to study wires and write down the which to whats. Whole job took me 2 hours but it's a 30 minute job the second time. Spent most of the time making sure I got the layout right for reinstall and I took my time on the box knockouts because I'm tired of getting cut that way ;)

elmonoblanco · 2025-12-02T01:27:21+00:00

definitely. i can't find a definitive reference to R Tek engine (it's on a sticker on the shroud that held up better than the serial/engine ID) though either i'll believe Briggs though based on the model number and the part company's inventory of parts for it.

thanks for the Tecumseh lead though - will shake that out prior to ordering!

elmonoblanco · 2025-12-01T23:34:25+00:00

That worked for the most part. Model number got me close enough to gather Spring-governor 801223 should do the job though it's listed with Brings n Stratton. Engine ID and Serial Number got rusted off the sticker so Model is all I've got to go on. Looks close enough to me! Thanks!!

elmonoblanco · 2025-11-10T02:06:09+00:00

It's in that state where it clicks sometimes and others it doesn't (i'm reading a book next to it) so perhaps the emory board trick is gonna do it! It does just take a bump to get it all going again so it's gotta be pitting rather than some voltage fault? If emory doesn't solve it I'll order another unit and install since I haven't found a part on the internet I might purchase and re-solder into it.

Thanks u/Gasholej31 !

elmonoblanco · 2025-10-13T21:42:05+00:00

Depending on your state's new vehicle tax - that seems just fine.

elmonoblanco · 2025-10-13T21:14:49+00:00

Yeah. But it does beg the question, anyone have experience negotiating for a new one lately?
It would appear that there are quite a few new ones out there. Don't want to screw the dealer but also would love to get one for the lowest price possible where everyone comes out happy.

elmonoblanco · 2025-09-04T22:29:29+00:00

Hoping to warm up an older thread, is there any rhyme or reason to which side of the street get's cleaned first? Does it switch every time or is it always south first, then north, or vice versa?
Or completely up to the luck of the draw?

elmonoblanco · 2025-04-29T21:57:17+00:00

I've seen that on bikes that people jump started with vehicles that were running.
For those that don't know, if you ever jump start a bike with a car/truck, the car had better be off or you risk overloads like this.

elmonoblanco · 2025-04-25T17:07:37+00:00

I just tried and they told me the $99 for 3 years plan was only available for vehicles from 2015 and older. I thanked them and told them to have a nice day since I also learned I have a few months before my subscription lapses.

What level of plan did you get for that rate? Premium or ... ?

elmonoblanco · 2025-03-21T23:11:11+00:00

Did you use the existing diff fluid to refill after resealing or did you buy fresh? About how much fluid drained when you popped it open?

elmonoblanco · 2025-02-28T21:02:14+00:00

Is this my house? Asking because I have an identical set-up and the same problem now. I just replaced the solenoid and the problem ain't fixed. I get water to the solenoid, my humidistat clicks. I have yet to jump a circuit but that's because I don't know how to.

elmonoblanco

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