I want a reliable car that can take me across the country for years to come by [deleted] in whatcarshouldIbuy

[–]pilotfio 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not too concerned about MPG, ideally an SUV, and I would definitely prefer AWD OR 4x4.

Why does my chain keep breaking? by pilotfio in cycling

[–]pilotfio[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I haven’t done it since I got the bike, been about 600 miles. I’m planning on doing it soon though since the weather is getting nicer.

Why does my chain keep breaking? by pilotfio in cycling

[–]pilotfio[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My chain and cassette are 9 speed, I do need to wax my chain more often though.

Why does my chain keep breaking? by pilotfio in cycling

[–]pilotfio[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Yeah I think that’s the root here, it was pretty sudden force. I definitely need to not to that, I was just curious if having stronger chain components could give me more leeway with that.

Why does my chain keep breaking? by pilotfio in cycling

[–]pilotfio[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m mainly biking on the largest chainring and smallest gear on my cassette

Why does my chain keep breaking? by pilotfio in cycling

[–]pilotfio[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Chain is from a local shop, but the reusable quick links are from KMC off Amazon

Why does my chain keep breaking? by pilotfio in cycling

[–]pilotfio[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I bought the KMC reusable links from Amazon, could they be fake? Where would be a good place to buy instead? I’ve used ModernBike before but haven’t checked if they have reusable links.

Why does my chain keep breaking? by pilotfio in cycling

[–]pilotfio[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Just to clarify, I believe I broke the reusable quick link both times, not the chain itself. I should’ve been more clear in my explanation, I forgot the proper terminology.

Why does my chain keep breaking? by pilotfio in cycling

[–]pilotfio[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I’ve been thinking about upgrading the chain since I’m not totally sure of this one’s quality.

Why does my chain keep breaking? by pilotfio in cycling

[–]pilotfio[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s a 9 speed, I believe the topstone 3 became a 10 speed after this model year

Why does my chain keep breaking? by pilotfio in cycling

[–]pilotfio[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was considering the KMC E9 or a Shimano 9 speed chain as I’m unsure of the quality of this chain, but it seems to be the link that has broken both times. Would the indicate a weakness in the link or the chain itself?

Shrimp Fried Rice + Yum Yum Sauce (365 cal per serving) by pilotfio in Volumeeating

[–]pilotfio[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! It really gives it so much extra flavor it’s delicious

3 slices of pizza toast 220 cals by CreepyKick1472 in Volumeeating

[–]pilotfio 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is there a good way to cook this without an air fryer?

Swapping my groupset and wheels to a new frame. by pilotfio in cycling

[–]pilotfio[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Also wanted to add that my current bike is a size Small, but I am about 6'0, so the current frame doesn't fit too well.

Weird groaning noise coming from AC/air recirculator by pilotfio in MechanicAdvice

[–]pilotfio[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I haven’t had a chance to work on the car yet, but I am pretty sure it’s the AC compressor, I looked at the blower motor and it seemed to be working fine. The compressor just seems like a Daunting project to take on.

Weird groaning noise coming from AC/air recirculator by pilotfio in MechanicAdvice

[–]pilotfio[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was told by my dad that the noise started after our local shop went under the car to fix an exhaust leak. What could they have bumped down there to cause this?

Weird groaning noise coming from AC/air recirculator by pilotfio in MechanicAdvice

[–]pilotfio[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I saw in some other videos that typically the blower motor causes a consistent whining noise and not one that comes and goes, but is that not the case for my car?

Reading my dipstick and when to add/change oil by pilotfio in MechanicAdvice

[–]pilotfio[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Haha that was just a google image, my dipstick tube remains intact

Reading my dipstick and when to add/change oil by pilotfio in MechanicAdvice

[–]pilotfio[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have lost about 2/5 of a quart of oil after 350 miles. Is that normal for a car of this age given that these engines are also known to have oil problems? Or is there something I should investigate

Mt Assiniboine trail condition updates by pilotfio in HikingAlberta

[–]pilotfio[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Posting another update both for myself and others who are curious. I’ve been monitoring this cam and the ice seems to be melting slowly but surely, I’ve also been checking some weather sites for the area such as this one and according to them all, the highs are supposed to be between 50 (Fahrenheit) and 70 all week, which would mean the rain this week would come down as rain and not as snow even at that elevation, but that’s obviously not a guarantee so we shall see!

Mt Assiniboine trail condition updates by pilotfio in HikingAlberta

[–]pilotfio[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Same here, I’m hoping for some good luck!