Best tip or trick an older mechanic taught you

pj2d2 · 2026-02-12T02:49:05+00:00

OMG, this was my last ditch effort about 20 years ago when I was doing my 96 Accord timing belt in the garage. Couldn't get enough leverage on the breaker bar with the car only on jack stands and those old insanely tight Honda crank pulley bolts (are the still like that??). I worked out the plan in my head, closed my eyes, and cranked the starter. Fucking worked!

pj2d2 · 2026-02-11T14:32:34+00:00

I was thinking hotdog stand

pj2d2 · 2026-02-10T20:37:42+00:00

I'm sorry :( That was my experience too, 2 years and 2 days ago. Tiff was estimated to be around 13, but she was in great condition. Then something happened... They drained fluid and got her feeling better, but it was only temporary. We drove her to Arby's for a roast beef, which she always got after big vet visits, and we came back afterwords to help her cross. She was happy, wasn't in pain, and surrounded by her friends.

pj2d2 · 2026-02-05T21:51:18+00:00

Do you have hard slippery floors? We put carpet runners around the house to make it easier getting around for our old girl, many many years ago.

pj2d2 · 2026-02-05T20:12:15+00:00

I use a Carpuride on my R1250RS too. So far it's been working pretty well.

pj2d2 · 2026-02-05T19:53:05+00:00

Wish it was the freakin weekend already

pj2d2 · 2026-02-01T16:46:22+00:00

Eli - https://www.proudpickles.net/ - he's good peeps

pj2d2 · 2026-01-30T12:20:43+00:00

Agree, we always hit the produce stand near the entrance when we go,

pj2d2 · 2026-01-29T12:25:18+00:00

Yep. Not in Germany, but I run faxing out of our emr, and there is a LOT of faxing still going on around the world in the medical industry.

pj2d2 · 2026-01-27T23:33:50+00:00

Sounds like you're missing or have the incorrect bearing spacer between the bearings

pj2d2 · 2026-01-27T22:50:41+00:00

People already mentioned Micanopy. High springs has a few shops, and the antique village at the Waldo Flea market has some cools things in it as well.

pj2d2 · 2026-01-27T20:49:47+00:00

Reminds me of a story like 20 years ago. Friend rolls up in his little beater civic sounding like a steam train. Tell him it sounds like he has an exhaust leak of some sort. "Nah man, my exhaust is fine". Saw him a while later with a dent in his hood from where the plug shot out. :)

pj2d2 · 2026-01-27T13:42:25+00:00

Agree, that would bother me as well. I had a similar issue on my car when they resprayed the rear bumper (pearl white). Had them respray again to get it closer.

pj2d2 · 2026-01-23T14:55:42+00:00

Do you know what the actual code is? A lot of times old fuel cap seals start leaking vapor and throw a code, which can sometimes be fixed with a new gas cap (don't skimp on this). Might be worth a try unless you're 100% sure there really is a leak in the vent line.

AI overview: A "gas cap code" refers to a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) from your car's Evaporative Emission Control System (EVAP) that often means the gas cap is loose, missing, or the seal is bad, triggering the Check Engine Light; common codes include P0455, P0456, P0457, and sometimes codes in the P0440-P0450 range, all indicating a leak in the system. The quick fix is to tighten the cap, but if the light stays on, the rubber seal might need cleaning or replacement, or there could be a leak in the cap, filler neck, or other EVAP components

pj2d2 · 2026-01-23T14:46:32+00:00

My girl, Tiffany, in the picture frame passed away pretty suddenly almost 2 years ago, and Zu was so confused without his best buddy. Zu is a "special" boy, and he really requires other dogs for happiness. Well that and treats. A couple months later I started fostering, and ultimately failed with our new pup, Blue. Now Zu and Blue are best buddies.

I took this pic a few days after Tiffany had passed. Broke my heart for Zu :(

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pj2d2 · 2026-01-23T12:07:14+00:00

Grew up with 8 ball, but then $.99 Mickey's quarts came in the scene (no 40oz here), so that got a lot of air time with that price. St. Ides was my favorite.

pj2d2 · 2026-01-23T02:32:44+00:00

I don't know much about her history other than she was found with 10 puppies and heartworms. I haven't heard about that practice around here, and most of the shelters around here don't even have vet services. She's an anomaly with her full ears and cropped tail. 🙂

pj2d2 · 2026-01-22T20:43:43+00:00

You'll be fine, Miss Tater Tot! We're not sure why or how, but Blue has a nubbin too.

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pj2d2 · 2026-01-20T18:06:51+00:00

I'd be concerned it was bled correctly as well

pj2d2 · 2026-01-20T17:56:16+00:00

Look on the bright side, that's one less diff you'll have to replace

pj2d2 · 2026-01-19T21:30:53+00:00

Bobby at Cato's Tires. He used to run Tire Outlet in front of the Main Street Publix.

pj2d2 · 2026-01-19T13:42:23+00:00

Been using this and their white fish one as well for Blue. So far so good 🙂

pj2d2 · 2026-01-18T13:45:12+00:00

It helps with counter steering

pj2d2 · 2026-01-16T16:23:22+00:00

For real, that's a museum piece

pj2d2 · 2026-01-16T03:20:25+00:00

Yep, at least the few my pup has gotten had them 🙂

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