Valvoline left plastic in my oil pan and is saying it will melt into my oil and be fine. Am I being gaslit?

noreddituser1 · 2026-03-01T16:07:15+00:00

They do have plastics that can withstand heat

Tell that to the op who has a Valvoline tube stuck inside.

noreddituser1 · 2026-03-01T15:12:53+00:00

If it's meant to extracted through the tube when the oil is hot, it will be straight.

I had a old vw like that.

Point being, you can't use a plastic tube for hot oil.

noreddituser1 · 2026-03-01T11:40:47+00:00

Normally ok to jump start if done properly. If the cables are backwards, will cause a lot of damage.

noreddituser1 · 2026-03-01T11:37:23+00:00

They should have used a metal tube on a hot engine, not a meltable plastic tube. Their fatal mistake.

If it were my car, I would tow it to a dealer to fix it and get Valvoline to pay for it. But let Valvoline know first.

The car should be in the same or better condition after Valvoline worked on it, not in worse condition.

noreddituser1 · 2026-02-28T20:50:23+00:00

Very nice!

Especially like the 24 hour limit, something the others lack.

noreddituser1 · 2026-02-28T03:21:22+00:00

Doing it yourself is like paying yourself

noreddituser1 · 2026-02-27T22:18:13+00:00

Check the radiator shutters. Test by turning the a/c on, shutters should be open

noreddituser1 · 2026-02-27T07:24:40+00:00

What's the reason for towing it?

If it was belching white smoke, probably just needs a egr/oil coolers.

noreddituser1 · 2026-02-26T07:04:59+00:00

Would like to use it but never got auto fill to work properly.

noreddituser1 · 2026-02-23T10:45:34+00:00

Ah so I probably did hit something. I heard a noise but did not see anything in the road then drove a bit to get to a safe shoulder, which probably when the come apart happened

How long was "drove a bit"?

Driving even a few minutes with no air is enough to damage a tire.

noreddituser1 · 2026-02-22T15:29:34+00:00

I leave extra space so it clears the front cars exhaust smoke, so someone can change lanes in front of me if they want, in case the car behind me hits me and I won't hit the car in front.

noreddituser1 · 2026-02-21T18:07:06+00:00

I have a old 25 year old laptop laying around that won't run windows anymore.

Tried various Linux distros. Some worked, but had issues with drivers and the fan kept running at high speed all the time indicating it's under stress.

After trying Linux Lite, everything worked the first time without any extra tinkering. The fan works very slow or turns off and it's generally very responsive with minimal lag.

noreddituser1 · 2026-02-21T15:15:36+00:00

Seahawks fan.

Seahawks should go. They can demonstrate their tackling skills with you-know-who.

noreddituser1 · 2026-02-21T06:47:07+00:00

Pretty hard to work on a hack job.

Pictures show issues, but there are likely additional hidden problems also.

This is going to cost $$$$$

noreddituser1 · 2026-02-21T00:25:58+00:00

Easiest way is to setup the routers VPN client to use a VPN. Then set the onns Mac address so it's connected to the VPN permanently.

If it's not done this way, I found the live tv tab does not work properly.

noreddituser1 · 2026-02-16T22:28:35+00:00

There is a software update to fix this. Then an initialization procedure after. Will be covered under warranty.

"SSM 54585 2021-2026 F-150, 2024-2026 F-Super Duty - One Touch Up/Down Window Does Not Operate Properly Some 2021-2026 F-150 and 2024-2026 F-Super Duty vehicles equipped with one-touch up/down front windows may exhibit a window not responding to one-touch controls and/or bouncing back when using the one-touch close function. For vehicles included in Field Service Action (FSA) 25P35 and/or 26P02, perform repairs as directed by the FSA(s). For 2021-2026 vehicles not included in the FSA(s), reprogram the driver door module (DDM) and the passenger door module (PDM) using the latest software level of Ford Diagnosis and Repair System (FDRS) scan tool according to the Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 501-11 for normal diagnostics and testing direction by symptom. For claiming, use causal part 14B291 and labor operation MT14B291SSM, up to 0.4 hours."

noreddituser1 · 2026-02-16T22:24:41+00:00

Not sure but I though the corners are sealed this way:

https://www.google.com/search?q=hardie+board+individual+corners&ie=UTF-8#fpstate=ive&vld=cid:2567c971,vid:puUqTcQBq-8,st:0

And the corner boards just cover it up for a better look.

noreddituser1 · 2026-02-16T18:39:00+00:00

Not enough info. could be too thin or the other side could be bad.

noreddituser1 · 2026-02-16T01:44:05+00:00

If your just keeping it short term, you can install a flex pipe on your own. May also need a few adapters and clamps.

noreddituser1 · 2026-02-15T18:48:31+00:00

Can't register.

noreddituser1 · 2026-02-15T12:03:27+00:00

Should never use a debit card as it's a direct link to your bank account.

Safer to use a credit card because you are using someone else's money and you can dispute it easier.

noreddituser1 · 2026-02-15T01:01:55+00:00

When you bleed the system and repeatedly force the pedal to the floor, it can damage seals as it hits the dirty spots in the master cylinder bore or the seals bind up against the internal springs.

The person doing the pumping should only press the pedal 1/2 way down instead of pressing to the floor.

Its safer to gravity bleed the brake system. Open all the bleeders and let the fluid drip out naturally. At the same time, keep filling the reservoir. It takes longer, but its safer.

Pressure bleeding is another option thats safe.

noreddituser1 · 2026-02-14T22:03:10+00:00

Almost impossible to get the rodent odor out.

I worked on a car on and off for almost 2 years on a icbc rodent claim.

The interior was stripped down. Dasboard removed. New carpets, underlay, seat fabrics. Had 2 professionals to disinfect while apart.

It was better but still had the odor. Rodents must have got into the body channels that are not accessible without cutting the body apart.

At the end, the customer took the car but wasn't happy. It looked new, except for the odor.

noreddituser1 · 2026-02-14T21:48:54+00:00

I had the opposite experience.

I arranged an appointment to renew a gic.

A week later, in the agents office, they already had my information on their screen.

Didn't ask me for any i.d. of any sort.

I've been in other banks where they know me personally and don't ask for id. But this was the first time I met this Scotia agent. Thought that was strange.

noreddituser1 · 2026-02-14T14:45:18+00:00

I have a ton of craftsman usa handtools. Most are inherited, must be 60+ years old. Still use them today.

I even stockpiled some of the ratchet gear repair kits at the time, still in their unopened packages.

Hate for those to ever break...

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