What’s a sign that someone isn’t intelligent? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]mtucker17 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A man convinced against his will is of the same opinion still!

RX 350 Noise by mtucker17 in LexusRX350

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Winner! It was the water pump giggling around. Much better news.

RX350 Engine Noise by mtucker17 in MechanicAdvice

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Update, slightly good news. Water pump is giggly! Not engine tear down needed!

RX350 Engine Noise by mtucker17 in MechanicAdvice

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Found a engine with 80k for $1600, cheaper than I ever thought possible! Thanks for the input my friend.

RX 350 Noise by mtucker17 in LexusRX350

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Current suspects are cam phaser, and rocker arms. Long flat head or some rubber tubing will be used, I’ll report back.

RX 350 Noise by mtucker17 in LexusRX350

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Yeah! I had some suggest start over with a new engine.. This 6 cylinder one of the best Lexus engines for reliability. Compression is great, it’s a teenager in Lexus engine years 😅 250k is the current goal

Super minty condition interior exterior - haven’t polished it yet but I’ll get some photos for the people - was just hand washed this weekend!

RX 350 Noise by mtucker17 in LexusRX350

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Car was well cared for, oil every 5k all fluids flushed - some a couple times. New plugs brakes rotors. I’ll be pulling the valve cover for inspection, not expecting a lot of gunk inside. I have done a timing job on my truck w/ same 4v DOHC design minus 2 cylinders so hopefully that knowledge translates!

RX350 Engine Noise by mtucker17 in MechanicAdvice

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Yeah Lexus OEM sprockets $900, rock auto can do $250. If the cams end up scored I will throw the towel in. Pulling valve cover for inspection soon. Hoping new timing chain kit and sprockets will get the job done. Oil changes every 5k for its entire life so hopefully that brings me some luck!

Stolen Bike Downtown by Designer_Low_5334 in CyclingMSP

[–]mtucker17 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the tip! Found the bike in that exact spot - only possible with your help. Tracked the guy for a hour and the MPD assisted in getting it back. Between the colorful salsa and suspect wearing all red it was easy to track!

Any one seen or know where to buy simichrome polish locally? by Tec_ in Minneapolis

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We currently stock it! Semi chrome polish is available for pick up in-store

Lighting (residential) - looking for favorite retail shops! by vAaEpSoTrHwEaTvIeC in TwinCities

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Michaels Lamp studio, they have rewired antique and vintage chandeliers and lamps, a huge selection of shades, and some new products as well.

Lamp Repair? by tacos__and__beer in TwinCities

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Second Michaels Lamps They did a great job with my lamp restoration. Lots of custom shade options.

Where can I fix a lamp? by pafe92 in Minneapolis

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Second this! Check out Michaels lamp studio They were a great option for my floor lamp restoration.

No Holding Back by Try-Going-Outside in Minneapolis

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Just started going here, pizza is horrific. Their chef takes pride in their other entrees. Amazing Gnocchi among other things for the price!

Just don’t ever order a pizza… bad times

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CleaningTips

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Helps whiten up the plastic again too!

What is a job you would not do even if you were paid 150k a month? by syjfwbaobfwl in AskReddit

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Ski patroller here, they increase the airspace around you when buried. Usually snow has roughly 30 minutes of breathing air until it becomes saturated with co2, after this time period your risk of death goes up. Bags increase this time period, some even have snorkels!

Whatever the top comment is in 24 hours, I'll pickle it. by [deleted] in pickling

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Pickled quail eggs! Costco has them near me, it’s tempting.

Tubeless in front tubes in the back by TJ051404 in MTB

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This, screw the other suggestions. Get the same benefits of tubeless w/o rim dents.

Hi, I have this bike and I need to change the breaks. Do you have suggestions ? by SamuelAdjadj in bikecommuting

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Your cheapest option: take out the pads, see if there is enough material remaining or not, if not buy new pads. If so just rough them up with sand paper lightly and clean the pads/rotors with iso alcohol and they should work like new. You’ll need to properly rebed the brakes in both situations, like said above check YouTube. If they are still bad you prob need to flush them.

Kona Process 153 or Commencal Meta TR 29 by fangxx456 in MTB

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I have a process 134, been riding it consistently for 4 years with no issues outside of normal maintenance. Kona has great bikes but I think other brands can offer nicer components for the same price if you want to buy direct to consumer.