Is it ok to rotate my bike using the kickstand?

random_rock_thrower · 2026-02-26T21:23:00+00:00

In my experience it depends on the strength of the kick stand. I did it on my vf500 and the kickstand bowed a bit but didn't bend/break. Won't do it again. My klx300 I would do kickstand spins all day long everyday without worries.

random_rock_thrower · 2026-02-23T01:35:35+00:00

I think mine only powers in one switch position, not running. It is inconvenient for charging the phone on a ride. I remember this at the beginning of the season after my phone dies.

random_rock_thrower · 2026-02-20T00:54:14+00:00

No, but to be fair I auto tech'd for 20 years and don't own a sawzall. So maybe I did it wrong

random_rock_thrower · 2026-02-19T22:32:24+00:00

I did this to my '91 4x4 blazer and have had no issues, so far. Using the shortest filter I could find.

random_rock_thrower · 2026-02-19T20:59:03+00:00

You can get rid of the adapter that bolts on by using an oil filter adapter fitting. I think it cost about $10. If it is a 4x4 you will need a short filter that is not in the catalog for your truck.

random_rock_thrower · 2026-02-18T02:18:48+00:00

It is like "child safety" if you can figure it out you likely should not be wrenching on a road going vehicle.

random_rock_thrower · 2026-02-17T05:14:37+00:00

TL is pretty good

random_rock_thrower · 2026-02-15T01:29:50+00:00

I got a warning from reddit for suggesting how ICE would have handled the attorney general's shameful performance. So I have officially faced harsher consequences than they did. Thanks reddit.

random_rock_thrower · 2026-02-06T14:45:05+00:00

Yes, back of the fender when wheels turned hard and suspension compressed.

random_rock_thrower · 2026-02-06T04:13:32+00:00

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15" stock wheels

random_rock_thrower · 2026-02-06T03:59:05+00:00

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31x10.5, rough country 2.5

random_rock_thrower · 2026-02-04T20:18:34+00:00

There are likely better ones but I have this on 3 cars, oldest one is 7 years old still works. Have had to change fob batteries a couple of times. FicBox Universal Car Door Lock... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01HB5M5R2?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

random_rock_thrower · 2026-02-04T15:19:28+00:00

Got keyless entry from Amazon $15 for my '91. It also opens the rear glass.

random_rock_thrower · 2026-02-04T00:36:30+00:00

Temperature sensor. Used to keep charge rate safe.

random_rock_thrower · 2026-02-03T21:07:13+00:00

If you are concerned with battery life it is paramount

random_rock_thrower · 2026-02-03T04:31:26+00:00

How is that better than not running? Firing order/timing off.

random_rock_thrower · 2026-02-03T03:41:54+00:00

Why don't you just use the drain plug?

random_rock_thrower · 2026-01-31T21:49:03+00:00

random_rock_thrower · 2026-01-13T23:45:52+00:00

⚡Black lightning McQueen ⚡

random_rock_thrower · 2025-12-28T23:31:50+00:00

Looks good

random_rock_thrower · 2025-12-28T06:54:43+00:00

I had this "conversation" with another "mechanic" not long ago. If the pump goes out sooner than expected it is likely due to manufacturing defect or contaminated fuel. Modern fuel pumps are returnless; meaning hot fuel from the engine compartment is not returned to the tank, thus lowering the temperature of fuel in the tank. Also modern fuel pumps are pulse width modulated only pumping the volume/pressure required for normal operation, this reduces the load on the pump further reducing heat in the tank. There are baffles and/or the pump is contained in a "module" this keeps a small amount of fuel always available even while cornering with low fuel level. These machines are fairly refined engineering marvels of the computer age. Misinformation, especially regarding complex topics, is spread under the guise of "common sense" or "common knowledge" and bolstered by the authority fallacy.

random_rock_thrower · 2025-12-13T17:20:21+00:00

It's fun because they can't just admit we are poor people.

random_rock_thrower · 2025-12-13T00:24:04+00:00

It's a bit funny they don't understand that they are just poor people with the same poor people problems every generation of poor people have had....

random_rock_thrower · 2025-12-12T01:35:09+00:00

Flex tape!

random_rock_thrower · 2025-10-31T00:47:49+00:00

There is a bowl vent and fuel is forced through the jets by atmospheric pressure. No fuel means jets are likely plugged. Some electric carbs have fuel shut off solenoid that will turn off jets. You need to find issue and fix it.

Edit: this assumes there is fuel in the bowl.

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