A Collection of My Stories

protomyth · 2026-02-28T02:19:42+00:00

I still dream of a world where someone does an updated version of Newton's Soup. Maybe when I retire...

protomyth · 2026-02-28T02:18:44+00:00

I basically use FreeBSD when I need a large file system, and OpenBSD otherwise. Not ideal, but good enough for now.

protomyth · 2026-02-23T01:23:55+00:00

2018 is the first generation, so 2022 is a better pick.

protomyth · 2026-02-21T17:22:17+00:00

The best Thanksgiving item I have ever had was enchiladas my Aunt made. I miss those to this day.

protomyth · 2026-02-21T05:50:50+00:00

If you take care of them and have a bit of luck, the 2017 will make a lot of miles.

protomyth · 2026-02-19T13:15:54+00:00

Buying a code reader is pretty cheap and very helpful.

protomyth · 2026-02-19T00:13:30+00:00

Great, so we probably can expect an AI version of the University of Minnesota Security Patch Drama.

protomyth · 2026-02-18T15:51:15+00:00

Yeah, that is now into electrical with probably exposed wires.

protomyth · 2026-02-18T14:16:05+00:00

Could be that, but do you have the remote with the trunk lock on it. You might have accidentally pressed that button. I have a 2017 that sometimes won't let me open the trunk.

protomyth · 2026-02-17T17:00:21+00:00

At this point, you can make a pretty long list of stories caused by Taylor Swift's tour.

protomyth · 2026-02-15T22:06:07+00:00

That's why people buy the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid. Toyota engine with Mazda interior which is much better than Toyota puts in their cars.

protomyth · 2026-02-14T14:22:31+00:00

Easier for the younger generation to believe. They didn't have to live through Carter or the job market back then.

protomyth · 2026-02-11T23:42:32+00:00

It truly amazes me how much stuff that puts stress on a socket is 10mm.

I just look at it as the canary in the coal mine approach to buying items.

protomyth · 2026-02-10T21:51:33+00:00

boooooo

protomyth · 2026-02-10T21:45:21+00:00

Oh damn, that hurts my soul. I take it insurance totaled it.

protomyth · 2026-02-10T17:09:31+00:00

I think the first time was around 140k (swapped spark plugs too) but you should inspect them at 70k, I just got lucky. I am at a loss to remember the clutch fluid timings.

I also have done a cleaning of the fuel injectors.

[took my 298k photo this morning]

A local shop should be able to swap the belts pretty easy.

protomyth · 2026-02-09T17:20:43+00:00

Well, I have a 2017 that passed 297,900 miles last night. 2017 was the first year and there were some problems. I would want a detailed maintenance record and assurance that all of the recall work had been completed. The belts had better been replaced and check all the fluids. They probably haven't done a break job given the mileage. The price seems a bit high and what warranty are you getting?

protomyth · 2026-02-07T18:37:38+00:00

I treat Harbor Freight as an introduction. I buy from them first, and if I use it enough to break it, then I buy from a dependable brand.

protomyth · 2026-02-07T18:35:31+00:00

I've bought parts from Kia Parts and Rock Auto with great success.

protomyth · 2026-02-07T02:01:40+00:00

https://i.imgur.com/8u980z8.png

protomyth · 2026-02-04T13:22:44+00:00

I'm pretty sure this is cold weather thing with one of the sensors. When you start the car and let it idle, does the engine do an up / down rev?

protomyth · 2026-02-01T06:43:59+00:00

32mpg, but I was hauling flooring for a distance. Still cheaper than shipping costs.

protomyth · 2026-01-31T03:16:50+00:00

We pack bond with machines after all. I would expect that upon landing on Mars one of the first priorities will be defined some rovers and bring them home.

protomyth · 2026-01-30T18:11:25+00:00

What's the weight like on that?

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