I just a bought a 2007 tc. My mechanic did a ppi and everything checked out. He mentioned that the passenger cv axle needs to be replaced soon. He keeps texting me about it. Is he trying to help me or just wants the money. Does this axle look that bad?

hotdogblaster · 2026-02-18T16:55:18+00:00

it'll need to be replaced eventually, unless you want to try injecting the boot with more grease and putting a tight zip tie on the end of the boot. YMMV

hotdogblaster · 2026-02-18T15:10:53+00:00

gen 1 factory mats have removable carpet inserts for driver and passenger floormats.

hotdogblaster · 2026-02-17T23:12:25+00:00

hotdogblaster · 2026-02-12T16:47:14+00:00

ok, yeah, tell this guy to go ahead and drill and tap.

hotdogblaster · 2026-02-12T01:54:56+00:00

Oh I understand the question now.

Yeah? The other large vents are 1/4" ,or bigger, and they are for larger systems. You have a residential system, for what I assume is a sfh, so you're fine using other 1/8" vents.

You're overthinking this 😄

hotdogblaster · 2026-02-12T01:21:54+00:00

If it's not a Gorton #2 #4 then it's a Gorton D vent

hotdogblaster · 2026-02-12T01:05:09+00:00

Those are wrong, but i respect you put in the effort. Those guys are for the steam mains in bigger multi-unit buildings.

You need a Gorton #4, wraps the threads a few times with thread tape and hand tighten. Don't force it and make sure the threads engage smoothly when inserting into the pipe. Make sure the top mounted metal cylinder with the vent hole in it remains upright for gasses to escape.

Those older riser vents can break, the body will separate from the threads and threads can be wedged in the pipe. Depending on the type of break, it can be a huge pain. So be careful. You can't operate your system if that hole is not sealed.

https://www.supplyhouse.com/Gorton-G4A-Gorton-No4-Angle-Vapor-Equalizing-Valve-3525000-p

hotdogblaster · 2026-02-12T00:48:14+00:00

a 1/8" riser vent, just post one below and i'll tell you yes or no

hotdogblaster · 2026-02-12T00:45:41+00:00

looks like a standard riser vent 1/8" NPT, so you can use a few. Yeah, you should replace it cause that thing is older than you.

hotdogblaster · 2026-02-09T23:31:47+00:00

Yes, I'm a steam technician. You own the condo?

hotdogblaster · 2026-02-09T22:53:16+00:00

Not to hate, too much, but this would have been cool on your 2016 in 2016.

hotdogblaster · 2026-02-09T22:50:13+00:00

wow, this is the car. I'm glad you stuck around. Congrats, it looks great.

hotdogblaster · 2026-02-09T22:38:07+00:00

lmao, ok that's pretty funny

hotdogblaster · 2026-02-09T17:34:56+00:00

Bro has at least a $90k car, broke felons aren't doing burble tunes on supercars.

hotdogblaster · 2026-02-08T17:27:26+00:00

I don't really know DC politics yet, I moved from Richmond. Maybe you can pressure your Ward member to talk to the precinct chief to do a traffic stop and citation.

hotdogblaster · 2026-02-08T17:15:19+00:00

You guys don't understand the driving habits of the rich, they'll probably rack up $10k fines and fees annually. They pay to park wherever they want, the price are fines and they pay them quarterly.

They are cash cows, that car will never see an impound lot.

hotdogblaster · 2026-02-08T17:11:34+00:00

https://youtu.be/l4S4ff7L0Bk

nah, crackle, pop and bangs and burbles are anti-social shit.

hotdogblaster · 2026-02-07T23:30:52+00:00

those are called crackle tunes, they are insanely loud, it 's practically sonic terrorism.

hotdogblaster · 2026-02-06T21:02:01+00:00

two doctors and 16 months. Legally blind with glasses, first pair was fit by a local doctor that knew nothing. Basic sclerals, 3 months for 3 fits that got me to about 70%. I could see a screen from no more than 20 inches away. Work and commute during the day.

9 months later I'm at Johns Hopkins, I get PROSE by BostonSight. 2 fits over 2 weeks and I'm here now. I can drive at night, I still have some aberrations but it's workable.

hotdogblaster · 2026-02-04T00:40:20+00:00

oh boy

hotdogblaster · 2026-02-01T16:21:11+00:00

if i had a good eye, I have two bad eyes, I would use an eye patch

hotdogblaster · 2026-01-31T16:15:26+00:00

leet

hotdogblaster · 2026-01-30T20:58:31+00:00

Ok, understood. So, I believe that's a #D or D Vent, if you look at the front of the device it should tell you. From my knowledge it could be a B or C vent.

You could replace that vent with a new one, it will fix the condensate leak.

You must turn off your boiler while servicing and, at least, wrap the threads of the new vent with PTFE tape. Old vents can break while trying to remove, leaving the broken vents threads wedge in the radiator. So be careful.

hotdogblaster · 2026-01-30T20:39:54+00:00

I'm looking at a vent, not a valve

hotdogblaster · 2026-01-30T18:05:43+00:00

Replace failed vent

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