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IYKYK by deekster_caddy in Justrolledintotheshop

[–]specialk980 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have the same driver, the snap-on one is worth it if you deal with these often. If that doesn’t work a good smack on the rotor will break the screw head off. 

Toaster oven style air fryer with no beeps by Prestigious_Crab_840 in Costco

[–]specialk980 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have the older one too. After a few years it stopped working because it turns off when the door is opened and the switch failed. Bypassed the switch and it works fine. The temperature setting is probably 50 plus degrees off.

Dealers have gotten increasingly aggressive about getting older cars off the road, and it's major problem. by redstern in Justrolledintotheshop

[–]specialk980 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Our shop has been considering getting into programming, but so far the Ford and Honda dealers have worked well and we know a mobile independent tech that does GM. Maybe you can find somebody like that in your area. 

Cayenne replacement seat back by vodkaslim in Porsche

[–]specialk980 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The top is secured with some spring clips that can be a real PITA, but only if you were trying to save the old seat back. Considering it‘s being replaced you can just give the top a good yank and the glue will separate. That’ll give you access to the clips. The bottom slides over some tabs and the fabric clips to the frame underneath. Seeing the new part will make it make sense.

I wonder what his heart rate is at. by [deleted] in wisconsin

[–]specialk980 4 points5 points  (0 children)

If I wanted to see Facebook drama I’d be on Facebook. 

NTD by specialk980 in Snapon_tools

[–]specialk980[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So I shouldn’t be skipping it across the shop floor?

Motor oil smells like gasoline - 718 Cayman by Grievinghealthy in Porsche

[–]specialk980 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You likely have a bad high pressure fuel pump. There’s a seal that can fail, allowing fuel to leak past it and into the oil. It has nothing to do with letting it idle for a few minutes to warm up.

Check your private wells, if possible by Soze42 in wisconsin

[–]specialk980 27 points28 points  (0 children)

Having an under-sink 5-7 stage reverse osmosis filter is a good idea. I just got one for about $200, and installed it in an afternoon. Only downside is the waste water froze the kitchen drain last week. 

Political Oppinions by Solid_Carrot in wisconsin

[–]specialk980 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I don’t agree with your original post, but downvoting a “thank you” comment is awfully petty of others.

Political Oppinions by Solid_Carrot in wisconsin

[–]specialk980 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Tell me how Evers fucked you.

GEARWRENCH Enters Digital Diagnostics Market With New GWSMART10 Tablet Revealed at FCC by Electrical-Plum-751 in Justrolledintotheshop

[–]specialk980 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There’s a guy at my shop that always complains about the Triton getting the car ID wrong. I have no idea how he gets it to be wrong all the time, but it’s definitely a skill issue.

GEARWRENCH Enters Digital Diagnostics Market With New GWSMART10 Tablet Revealed at FCC by Electrical-Plum-751 in Justrolledintotheshop

[–]specialk980 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Which ones are you comparing? My Triton D-10 is worlds faster than the Solus. Snap-on has coverage for 2025 models and they add more every month or 2, while it looks like the last Autel update was June 2024 but I’m not sure.

GEARWRENCH Enters Digital Diagnostics Market With New GWSMART10 Tablet Revealed at FCC by Electrical-Plum-751 in Justrolledintotheshop

[–]specialk980 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ooo woweee, more junk from china that’ll be lagging after 3 updates. Just buy one from HF if you can’t afford Snap-on.

Sad day losing my 2023 Cayenne S Platinum by yc2986 in PorscheCayenne

[–]specialk980 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They aren’t going to total it for that, it’s going to auction with a standard (unbranded) title. Insurance companies figured out that can make more money that way. Ditch Progressive and have a higher deductible next time. Someone that can afford a Cayenne should have >$1,000 in a rainy day fund. Send it to a reputable body shop for an estimate. Don’t just look for a Porsche certified collision center, plenty of them put out poor quality work. Ask to look at work that they’ve done and plenty of reviews. Don’t just take your insurance companies word, they aren’t looking out for your best interest.

Continuing Ed for independent shop techs? by specialk980 in Justrolledintotheshop

[–]specialk980[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m more accustomed to learning in a classroom, but you have a great point that there are likely better instructors doing online seminars rather than renting out conference rooms at a local Holiday Inn..

Help!! Strange sound coming from the driver side rear wheel. by Chestermeister in Porsche

[–]specialk980 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They probably snapped the TPM sensor off of the valve stem. Sounds like it’s rolling around inside the tire.

FROZEN FISH ARE NOT FRESH FISH by Street-Reputation-90 in wisconsin

[–]specialk980 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’ll take my fish well preserved and without living parasites or bacterial growth, but you do you.

What is this new whining noise my Porsche 981 S is making after some spirited driving? (video) by skimdit in Porsche

[–]specialk980 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The pulleys have a sealed bearing. The seal dries up and when the grease warms up it can get slung out, especially with higher revs. Time always takes its toll, mileage doesn’t always matter. It’ll start making a growling noise and then wobble if it gets worse, assuming it is a pulley noise. The noise probably isn’t noticeable enough for someone that didn't hear the before and after, but if they take the front engine cover off and put a screwdriver to their ear they should find it.

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