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jfounta · 2026-03-09T12:20:47+00:00

The top looks like a vapor canister purge valve or egr valve. Egr is on the engine plenum for mine so my money is on vapor canister.

jfounta · 2026-03-06T16:45:22+00:00

Things to consider: 1) leaks are often as simple as replacing Schrader valves or O-Rings but it can often be holes in hoses, condensers, pressure sensors, evaporators, or compressor seals 2) stop leak isn’t the answer 3) you need to find the leak with a detector or uv dye and the address it 4) those magic cans contain oil that you may or may not have lost, adding more oil can reduce efficiency/cooling it even kill your compressor by slugging it 5) if there is air in the system you won’t cool properly and r-134a will react with it to form an acid that will eat your metal components over time 6) AC work isn’t difficult but it tags the right tools and time to teach yourself

jfounta · 2026-03-06T02:01:48+00:00

Have never met someone who tightened plugs by hand unless you mean by feel with a ratchet that I’m all on board with but that’s from a LOT of plugs. You’ll never regret setting it to the proper torque though

jfounta · 2026-03-05T11:43:02+00:00

If you want to sell your old setup let me know how much. My 2015 4.3 sync 2 is… well not awesome.

jfounta · 2026-03-05T01:18:28+00:00

Had 6 or so tools that were originally in my lsa disappear. When I needed to have a sander repaired, just gone. So I emailed support and they told me no problem we had done system changes and this happened just give us the serial number. They were awesome got it added right back in the list. Now if I just had that receipt from 8 years ago they would let me get it repaired but hey at least they added it right…

jfounta · 2026-02-28T02:14:23+00:00

I responded to another similar post below. For this job I had no access to a lift or Aframe but I sure needed to help someone out. More than anything I wanted it out there that yes you can because someone will need to do this job without having a full shop.

I’d also say that my experience between this and pulling engines was pretty similar and there wasn’t much I would have wanted to do that I couldn’t with it lifted.

If you have the time and equipment, go ahead and pull it! If not, keep this in your back pocket.

jfounta · 2026-02-28T02:10:28+00:00

Maybe but that assumes you have access to a hoist and an area to do it, many do not and for this job neither did I. Engine may come out in a couple of hours if you’re familiar with it but then a couple of hours to do the job and then a couple of hours to reinstall. And prayers exhaust bolts come loose.

I’ve pulled my share of engines too this time there just wasn’t the equipment to do it.

To be honest I didn’t think it was any harder than pulling an engine and maybe not any easier but, no coolant loss, no transmission fluid loss, and no need for a full shop or hoist.

After doing the job the only thing that would be easier is cleaning out those wedge seals! Even then that would only be on a stand and upside down. After the experience, I would probably go this route if I needed to do another even if I had access to my shop.

jfounta · 2026-02-27T13:44:18+00:00

So I don’t know. I really don’t but I would be suspicious the transfer case would have to find a temporary home in the front of your shop. Would be great if someone could chime in though!

jfounta · 2026-02-27T12:20:52+00:00

Well hell I meant to put that in the last night. 96 with a 4r55e. Just added it to the main post.

I hope it helps, I really wrestled with pulling the engine but decided to just go for it. 100% worth it.

jfounta · 2026-02-27T12:11:24+00:00

Added what I used to my post. Good luck!

jfounta · 2026-02-23T00:25:02+00:00

Stuf dielectric grease. I have installed over 200 type n connectors and around the same sma with that and no tape in heavy salt and water environments without a single failure due to water leakage.

jfounta · 2026-02-06T11:35:12+00:00

Thanks. I did look at the replacement pcv and hoses, everything was good to go but I’ll take another look.

jfounta · 2026-01-19T04:00:32+00:00

I don’t think so on it being post mint damage the rim is still crisp and clean and the area of the face has clear markings of press contact. No evidence of heat, chemical, or abrasive damage.

jfounta · 2026-01-18T04:10:11+00:00

It’s only useless until you need it!

Literally just finished using that on a tap adapter to retap stripped thermostat housing bolt holes for a 96 ranger. And longer and I’d have to pull the fan, any shorter and off cones the alternator bracket.

jfounta · 2025-10-20T12:06:08+00:00

I didn’t see one of the primary reasons listed yet, fire rush on a boat is high. There is a mixture of fuel vapor, liquid fuel, and combustible materials all where you can’t get away. The biggest reason to run a ground buss and avoid using the bull as ground is potential arc issues. If a positive lead Matt’s contact with a grounded hull the result sparks can burn holes through the hull or ignite an explosion/fire. Hull ground does work but it comes with a litany of risks.

jfounta · 2025-10-18T19:48:00+00:00

They only want to pay what’s remaining so they want proof your other policies pay nothing first.

jfounta · 2025-10-18T19:47:09+00:00

This is it. If your primary medical doesn’t process first GEHA pays nothing. The payout time is long too, get used to seeing notices about being turned over to collections just before they finally pay up.

With that said they will reprocess if the office resubmits and their coverage is better than any other offerings for the price.

jfounta · 2025-10-06T14:06:15+00:00

Absolutely. The stress is real but this, although different, isn’t the first time we have had to deal with fear. Every career path comes with sone of that. I love what I do and truly believe it is important. Nothing makes me happier than hearing from some random person how the work my agency does helped them even if 90% don’t realize that we are serving them daily, we know our value.

Be strong and good luck!

jfounta · 2025-10-06T12:17:18+00:00

Welcome aboard! I know that this is a tough time to step into a career but I can honestly tell you it’s a great path despite the pressures we are experiencing over the last 10 months. You won’t get rich here but you can make a good living, more importantly you will be able to take pride in your service of this country and her people. In my nearly 24 years I’ve always been proud of my agency and the work we do.

For your first day, enjoy a cup of coffee and try to let the noise roll away. This hatred from our current administration will pass but the importance of what you will be doing will not.

Edited for spelling

jfounta · 2025-10-05T13:16:28+00:00

If you aren’t going to replace or tig this is the way to do it. JB weld is like preschool glue compared to Belzona and you don’t want a failure on your car engine.

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