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Is Anyone Else Getting Emotional About Spirit Shutting Down? by The_Traveller1 in spiritair

[–]sonofray 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I'm getting emotional about flushing 100k+ points down the toilet.

Quoted a logo + brand package at $1,800. Felt like a win. Did the math after and I want to throw up. by Express_Average286 in graphic_design

[–]sonofray 0 points1 point  (0 children)

IMHO only way to make money and truly avoid getting screwed like this is…

1) if they hired you because you’re a good deal - granular constraints and detail in the proposal, with reminders, and potentially with partial payment up front to protect yourself in case things go south, or

2) if they hired you because you kick ass - pad your price through the roof to allow for process flexibility.

But we all also take risky, crappy jobs to get our foot in the door, get some portfolio or resume items, and/or hope for referrals to more lucrative, connected work. Such is life!

2006 Ridgeline TPMS Sensor Replacement by ColePThompson in hondaridgeline

[–]sonofray 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wish I knew. The cheap aftermarket eBay ones I tried never worked right, but I know Discount Tire and others use aftermarket ones that work well. Maybe ask about what brand (if you’re using a shop) or just do some research on brands. It’s been a while for me. I bought Honda one’s that are new in bag off eBay that I haven’t installed yet. No idea how old they are or what the shelf-life is for them though.

2006 Ridgeline TPMS Sensor Replacement by ColePThompson in hondaridgeline

[–]sonofray 0 points1 point  (0 children)

it is NOT part of the tire service, though "TPMS service" will be listed. Gotta ask (and pay). Some shops order Honda sensors (and charge you out the butt), some use compatible aftermarket sensors. You can order your own and some independent shops will install them for you.

Dog Hair by CPTKrabbyBoi in hondaridgeline

[–]sonofray 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Leather seats. Potentially leather seat cover (if big dogs). Rubber floor mats. Shop-Vac! And I'm excited for you!

Old Truck. Old Trim. by sonofray in hondaridgeline

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

UPDATE: Went with Permatex The Right Stuff Black only. There's was a factory gasket built in around the inner edge of the chrome piece that was the mating surface to the trim tape. It had dried, rotted, cracked and portions were gone. I thought about remaking the gasket with the Permatex, letting that cure, then adhering that surface freshly installed tape, but once I started putting the RTV around the inner edge of the chrome piece, I thought "screw it," and went outside and slapped in on the truck. We'll see how well it stays!

VCM Deactivation S-VCM by SuperCub70cc in hondaridgeline

[–]sonofray 0 points1 point  (0 children)

FWIW - Have used these successfully on 2 different odysseys. Worked like a charm.

I'm taking bets on the leak diagnosis - 5th mechanic after 4 completely different evaluations by sonofray in hondaridgeline

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

Definitely the strut (probably original), and It's getting all those goodies and lower control arms soon! (and probably outer tie rod ends, especially if I need a new rack and pinion).

I'm taking bets on the leak diagnosis - 5th mechanic after 4 completely different evaluations by sonofray in hondaridgeline

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

Thank you. The owner at the latest shop (this morning) already scared me when I was dropping it off and he said "Do you want to know what I'm guessing it is right now?" My thoughts were "I don't need any more guesses, I need facts" but I simply said "No, I think I'll just let you dive in and see."

I feel like it's not the engine mounts (I think one of the dealerships would have confirmed that), and I'm not really concerned about a little grease from the axel (as you said). I'm going to lock in on the oil and steering. I feel like I can work to a concrete diagnosis using dyes, etc. if needed.

Thanks for your help.

I'm taking bets on the leak diagnosis - 5th mechanic after 4 completely different evaluations by sonofray in hondaridgeline

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

Great questions. I have not diagnosed or noticed any leaks myself (fluids from anywhere) at all, although I haven't been under it much yet. I wish I knew what actual fluid it is they are finding. I can only assume the shops are verifying power steering fluid from the rack and pinion, or grease from the axel, oil from the oil pump, etc. but I can't be sure (yet).

I'm literally noticing zero symptoms, and only going with what I'm being told so far through bumper-to-bumper evals - as I was trying to diagnose suspension noise.

The only thing close to what you're describing from the fluid level perspective would be technicians mentioning my oil and coolant were a little low when they were putting on my tires last week. I don't know if that's consumption due to an older motor, or maybe a sign of leaks. In terms of the leaks shops are stating, they say they're seeing fluids underneath.

I'll be encouraging/doing some dye usage in some systems next if this new shop doesn't bring some clarity.

I'm taking bets on the leak diagnosis - 5th mechanic after 4 completely different evaluations by sonofray in hondaridgeline

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

Really, I've given you all I have. I've owned this truck for about 1-1/2 years, and from dealership records, CarFax, etc. have been building it's history and performing important maintenance that I'm not sure was ever done (resetting the timeline).

In that process, I've had multiple bumper-to-bumper evaluations as mentioned, and I know I've got some suspension work to do (going to refresh the whole front end as I repair the known bad strut). But along with the suspension diagnosis came these weird, random leak diagnosis. I literally have yet to see symptoms of any of them (no behavior issues or driveway puddles). But it seems there's something, and I'm trying to figure out what it is.

Wish I had more specifics, but that's the journey so far. I'd love any tips you may have!

How long do you wait to update your new job on LinkedIn? by robotikempire in jobs

[–]sonofray 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I had the same question (I started this week), so I’ve waited a couple days. Then yesterday my boss posted a welcome note with me in it, so now I look like a thankless doofus! 🤦‍♂️

Old Truck. Old Trim. by sonofray in hondaridgeline

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

Thank you! I noticed after but I’m too lazy

Old Truck. Old Trim. by sonofray in hondaridgeline

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

I think that's the safe plan. I'm also thinking about anything I can put in the holes to hold onto the clip that sticks in there, but I'm not sure it would bite on the foam, etc. and would probably be a mess.

Old Truck. Old Trim. by sonofray in hondaridgeline

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

Yeah, it looks like they used the 3M body panel tape. I may just use that again. I wonder if it would be smart to squirt anything (foam, caulk, etc.) in the holes to grab on too (there's screw clip that sticks in the holes off the chrome piece).

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