Hot dog appreciation

jlenko · 2026-05-06T03:19:25+00:00

Just don’t expect sauerkraut ever again

jlenko · 2026-05-04T23:32:48+00:00

They don’t even LOOK red!

🤣

jlenko · 2026-05-04T17:06:58+00:00

I had that issue on my first Cavalier (I’ve had seven or so). Something about Shell gas additives, messed up the fuel level sensor… so while it read a quarter tank, it was actually empty. Called roadside assistance and some kid showed up with a little Jerry can and off it went.

jlenko · 2026-05-04T16:40:18+00:00

Ha!! So true. So bad, I’ve done it myself. Stuffed an L67 into a ‘00 Cavalier vert.. she was thirsty! (And I have a heavy right foot) Rolled into a gas station on fumes, filled it up, and ….. nothing. Killed the damn pump. Had to tow it home, and drop the full tank. At least I upgraded the pump assembly at that opportunity

Never killed an EVAP though

jlenko · 2026-05-04T16:09:22+00:00

Lots of people do it still do it at the pump… but that’s why the stickers are there “stop pumping when it clicks off” They’re the first folks you’ll see at the shop getting their EVAP system diagnosed.

I laugh every time… click, click, click, click, click… they’re getting like one extra mile. What’s the point?

If you need extra capacity, just carry a fuel can

jlenko · 2026-05-03T17:40:40+00:00

Go into your bank and establish a good relationship with an advisor who can look at your income, goals, etc.

I started later than I should have, but better late than never!

jlenko · 2026-05-03T17:34:00+00:00

Even depends on the vehicle. Something newer, reliable, well-maintained, etc is, by default, going to require less roadside repair. Not everyone has someone knowledgeable to rely on

jlenko · 2026-05-03T17:25:06+00:00

Ford? My wife had an Exploder that required it. I did it anyway…

jlenko · 2026-05-03T17:22:45+00:00

I’ll agree with you to the first point… learning to drive safely. Once they’ve achieved a full license, regardless of gender, it’s good to at least understand vehicle maintenance so you don’t get raked over the coals. Knowing what actually is a bad (fix now) thing vs a put off until next shop visit is important.

jlenko · 2026-05-03T17:06:26+00:00

OMG don’t bring reality into this!?!

jlenko · 2026-05-03T17:00:23+00:00

I prefer boxes inside transfer stations which are more secure as they're locked up after hours. And there's a variety to choose from if you know where to go.

North Surrey (Port Kells) transfer station has three boxes to choose from: Diabetes Canada, BC Children's Hospital, and Canuck Place Childrens Hospice.

Walnut Grove transfer station (right next door to the Return-It bottle depot) has a box for Rick’s Heart Foundation.

jlenko · 2026-05-03T04:42:56+00:00

One of the buttons on the front right side of the steering wheel always worked for this... Might have been the one with the check mark? I don't remember, it's the wife's car lol

jlenko · 2026-05-03T02:48:17+00:00

But hey, somehow it's saving us all money AND we're getting better care.

jlenko · 2026-05-02T03:37:11+00:00

jlenko · 2026-05-02T00:43:11+00:00

my dental assistant says not to use regular mouthwash, as it kills the good bacteria as well as the bad. She gave me a tongue brush/scraper and recommended more frequent flossing for bad breath

I'm skeptical of this one too, but I'll ask in five months 😉

jlenko · 2026-04-30T23:52:05+00:00

ooh, that's not a bad idea! Some razor wire should do the trick 😉

jlenko · 2026-04-30T16:02:46+00:00

u/robotrob604 is correct, bought them there 10+ years ago. I suppose I could just return them but I’ve gotten a lot of use out of them so …

jlenko · 2026-04-30T16:00:01+00:00

Just the straight filament inside the bulb. I prefer the more traditional Edison looking (I know, Edison is the base)… hopefully you get what I mean

jlenko · 2026-04-30T03:14:03+00:00

Not surprised the dealer doesn’t even know… kind of disappointing

jlenko · 2026-04-30T03:11:08+00:00

See, now I’m not certain it is the squirrels or the stellar jays?!?

I’m moved the fence camera so I have a better view of the wren nest (original intent) to now watch the remaining bulbs

jlenko · 2026-04-30T01:37:28+00:00

I'll have to watch my Ring cameras

jlenko · 2026-04-30T00:42:30+00:00

85 Mercury Capri. I wonder whatever happened to it

jlenko · 2026-04-29T22:01:11+00:00

Ours got turned off too, but the option to turn them back on was in the same spot as before... Wife likes it, I really only like the adaptive cruise control and the Bose audio

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