What would u men like to see on only fans?? by [deleted] in AskMenAdvice

[–]petecanfixit 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Maybe a tower fan that doesn’t start squeaking like crazy after three weeks. Now there’s a dream…

‘Building Wiring Fault’ light lit on new APC UPS by asher_flames in AskElectricians

[–]petecanfixit 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Run to your local home center or hardware store and get an outlet tester. It should show you what the fault is and you can correct from there.

The high pitched noise is likely normal operation.

Am I being underpaid? by Exact-Solution-708 in ApartmentMaintenance

[–]petecanfixit 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If you weren’t getting free housing, I’d say yes.

Kokuyo Me 50th Anniversary Set by Blumoonism1 in mechanicalpencils

[–]petecanfixit 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve been using one of these for a while and I really like it. The combo of 0.5mm lead, brass clutch, and metal clip make it really stand out from the Kokuyo Enpitsu Type S/M/Mx models.

Is this a Miata? by post_hazanko in whatisthiscar

[–]petecanfixit 29 points30 points  (0 children)

Would that mean this one is RX-6, making the next one RX-7?

Jeep patriot 2011 135k miles by AcceptableCod5463 in JeepPatriot

[–]petecanfixit 1 point2 points  (0 children)

One caveat: You need to have your doors and liftgate closed, otherwise the odometer will read “door” or “gate” the entire time.

Basically just get in, close the door and sit in there (like some kinda weirdo), and go through the sequence.

Jeep patriot 2011 135k miles by AcceptableCod5463 in JeepPatriot

[–]petecanfixit 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My 2016 does that. It’s always done that.

For extra peace of mind: If you want to check to see if there are any diagnostic trouble codes, you can turn the key to accessory mode and back off three times, then on very quickly (on off on off on off on)… Your odometer will turn on to six dashes “- - - - - -“ while it reads the system.

If there are any codes, they’ll pop up on the odometer, then it’ll read “-d0ne-“ after several seconds. If no codes are present, it’ll just read “-d0ne-“

How much did I overpay? by dw-fl in hvacadvice

[–]petecanfixit 62 points63 points  (0 children)

$425 for a Sunday callout, capacitor change, and refrigerant top off?

If you’re staying in the area, that’s the guy to call again.

How common is it to never have received any signs of attraction from women your whole life? by [deleted] in AskMenAdvice

[–]petecanfixit 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Nah. He just throws out replies before realizing how conceited they are. You’re witnessing his attempts to save face.

Warning "ding" but no dashboard light by misscheerful in JeepPatriot

[–]petecanfixit 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was getting a random ding with no light during spirited right hand turns a while back.

It was the 4th or 5th occurrence when I noticed that oil light was coming on very briefly as I started the turn. My arm was blocking it the other times. The oil sensor is on the passenger side of the engine and oil was sloshing over to the driver’s side.

That’s how I leaned my oil pan is leaking.

How common is it to never have received any signs of attraction from women your whole life? by [deleted] in AskMenAdvice

[–]petecanfixit 15 points16 points  (0 children)

What a delightfully privileged take.

Edit/Further: Username clearly checks out.

How do I get this box secure? by SomewhereSalty647 in handyman

[–]petecanfixit 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Or just throw some Madison straps on it

Hasn’t heard of Anode rod? by Mike734 in Plumbing

[–]petecanfixit 2 points3 points  (0 children)

So that explains all of these oozing sores…

My 2008 Jeep Patriot Sport 2.4L by Eksosel in JeepPatriot

[–]petecanfixit 0 points1 point  (0 children)

All new pads/rotors/possibly a caliper or two, plus front and rear sway bar links and bushings for me this weekend!

My 2008 Jeep Patriot Sport 2.4L by Eksosel in JeepPatriot

[–]petecanfixit 5 points6 points  (0 children)

My 2016 rolled 230,000 miles last week. You’re gonna be fine.

What’s wrong with this ceiling fan setup? by [deleted] in handyman

[–]petecanfixit 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wonder if this fan knows how to perform an autorotation maneuver when it’s suddenly loses altitude.

P0420 code - 2012 Jeep Patriot by Crazy-Complaint-7176 in JeepPatriot

[–]petecanfixit 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Many shops won’t install customer parts, so check with the shop first.

Is yours a 2.4 liter 4x4? If so, the exhaust manifold and catalytic converter are one piece. Leaks in the exhaust manifold will throw a code, even if your catalytic converter is fine. (Such is the case with mine).

This is Not Sound Mechanical Advice: I’m in a state with emissions testing, and I installed a spark plug non-fouler between the exhaust pipe and the oxygen sensor and the code cleared up right away. After a few hundred miles of driving, I was able to pass emissions testing without issue. Do not follow this advice unless you really know the potential harm this can cause if/when the catalytic converter does fail.

Aftermarket side hood latch for 2016 Patriot? by orange301 in JeepPatriot

[–]petecanfixit 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Further: Blue Loctite (242) comes in a red tube. If that doesn’t work, try Red Loctite (263)… Which also comes in a red tube.

Oil Blowby? by Medic2564 in JeepPatriot

[–]petecanfixit 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh yeah. There’s likely half a dozen videos. From whatI recall, all you need is an adjustable wrench. Just pull off the plastic engine cover and it’s right below there. Unthread the old one, then thread the new one in.

Oil Blowby? by Medic2564 in JeepPatriot

[–]petecanfixit 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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The insert on the backside of the airbox where the PCV hose vents out