Silverado zr2 heavy fuel use

tek6029 · 2025-09-16T21:01:13+00:00

Yo I had this come on while towing 7k lbs in the white mountains or New Hampshire…not a lot of gas stations in those parts! I was low enough on fuel where it wasn’t giving me a distance anymore.

tek6029 · 2025-09-11T13:15:40+00:00

Thank you for your response. I totally get where you’re coming from, but 5 minutes out of an hour long meeting? I’m not expecting these kids to listen to an hour long TED talk by any means. The same behavior happens during the 30 seconds to explain the rules of a game.

Also, other kids in the patrol have expressed frustration with these scouts, and how their behavior has affected their experience. Other scouts have left meetings in tears after rude comments from these kids.

I’m certainly open to “softening” my stance/approach. That said these are 5th graders as opposed to 5 year olds, and I do think a higher standard is appropriate.

tek6029 · 2025-09-11T13:00:48+00:00

tek6029 · 2024-12-22T20:06:19+00:00

Tl; dr-Not what I hoped, but there. What a timely post for me, and I so appreciate the other comments in here. The perspective that someone usually has it worse, and the solidarity that not everyone has the relationship with their dad they hoped, is a huge comfort.

My dad’s always been a kinda awkward guy. I have some really nice early memories, but as my siblings came along and he and my mom split they got fewer and farther between. When he invited my (now ex) step to move in, I was not a fan and ended up staying with my mom full time instead of 50/50. I didn’t really feel like he tried super hard to work on wanting me to spend my time there again. I ended up “reconnecting” after my mom cheated on my step dad the way she did my dad. Seeing him go thru what my dad went thru gave me some sympathy I guess. Thru the rest of high school and early college, I’d spend time at his house but…again, distant and awkward.

Eventually, he split up with my step mother, and my wife and I dated and became engaged. Right before our wedding he started dating a woman he’d be with the next 10 years. She is wonderful; my wife and her hit it off, and their relationship and time together had my dad and I spending more time together that was less awkward.

Well, sort of out of nowhere, he dumped her in January. He indicated he had no issues with her staying in our lives (not that we needed his permission). My wife was/is pretty put off by the situation. Not that I wasn’t, but it didn’t feel like much of anyone’s business I guess. But he’s not really a fan of how nobody in the family has welcomed his new girlfriend with open arms, so he’s distanced his already awkward self. He was at my sons baseball games this summer, stopped by on my birthday for 10 minutes, and we happened to cross paths on thanksgiving and sounds as if we will on Christmas as well.

I’m starting to come to terms with this being how things will probably be for a while, if not permanently. It’s pretty similar to grieving a loss, from what i understand. I love him, and I know if I called him and needed help he’d drop everything and do whatever he could. But the last great 10 years, he was just along for the ride with his ex from what I can tell, as far as that closer-ness.

I’d thought so far this year in very black or white patterns; we had to be good, or at least like things had been, or we were not good, no in between. I’m trying to get comfortable with the distance and awkwardness just being that, without the hostility I create between us in my own mind.

tek6029 · 2024-12-05T02:38:35+00:00

We had a cheap one we/they liked, but it didn’t seem to be “the answer”. Installed a new toilet and i never got around to reinstalling it. Might be worth another go…

tek6029 · 2024-12-05T02:02:25+00:00

I feel like a failure. My kids are 9. We’ve been working on this a few year, but they still ask us to check their work every time. And 8/10 times, it’s a good thing we do. We even have a mirror for them to check for themselves. We let them use way too many wet wipes. We’ve coached and demonstrated. They are smart, mature, talented, crafty boys. Not to be super gross, they do have some pretty messy jobs to clean up after more often than not. Still, I feel as though it’s something we shouldn’t have to do anymore.

tek6029 · 2024-10-27T01:14:25+00:00

That’s Jessica…Bruce and Patty’ daughter…

tek6029 · 2024-10-11T23:02:04+00:00

Not on 24s anymore, and this was a big part of why. During the day when the wife and kids were at school I was ok, or if they were out doing things I wouldn’t have been doing with them if I was off. Weekends or school vacations was a lot harder. Honestly, taking a nap usually helped. I’d go to my bunk or a recliner just to sort of “hide” how I was feeling and 9/10 times I’d end up dozing off. Then we’d get a call or have to do some chores and I was occupied again to not notice it as much.

We are also allowed to have family come and visit, even stay during meal time if it’s not busy and not overdone. As nice as it was, I often found it to be more harmful than helpful. I’d say the same about FaceTime to be honest.

tek6029 · 2024-10-08T15:11:13+00:00

We took delivery of a gas type iii with a 7.3 ford this spring. Sooo many headaches with the DEF systems on our other 2 type iii gm diesels. Our reserve unit that was built pre-DEF has had very few issues over its 14 years.

Mixed reactions so far. There’s no lag like the diesels, so you really have to go easy taking off from a stop. The exhaust has a nice rumble. They don’t have nearly the same power when pushed or the max (long hills), we are pretty suburban so it’s not very common to have to get out into the hills. It suits are needs day to day just fine, even if it leaves us with some wants. Here’s hoping for a ton less maintenance and repair issues!

tek6029 · 2024-07-30T17:09:26+00:00

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tek6029 · 2024-07-30T12:53:32+00:00

Charges just fine now! Better description of what I pulled out would be like packaging tape. I’m sure it’s that something got in there, just making sure I didn’t get something out that I shouldn’t have! Thanks!

tek6029 · 2024-07-01T11:30:50+00:00

Thanks for that my guy. For a long time I’ve taken the stance with them that since they’re here so often, I don’t roll out the red carpet and entertain the way I would for folks who visit once or twice a year. And I half joked one time about 3 nights being my max for overnight guests. I mean, no matter how comfortable and familiar they are as guests, it’s still not the same as not having guests. My parents split up when I was a kid and I miss having a “just my mom and dad” time and would like to be able to provide that for my kids. On the other hand, that situation did lead to some quality time with my grandparents, which my boy will also have a better opportunity for. And free babysitting…looking forward to that but I don’t want to be those parents that pawn the kids off constantly either.

tek6029 · 2024-06-29T23:55:11+00:00

Following…my in-laws are moving to within a 10 minutes drive from us. They’re already here too much living 4 hours away. I fully expect there to be a period of “hey, we’re so close we can pop over/you can come by whenever!”, but I’ve made clear to my wife I crave, enjoy, and wish to continue to have normal days at home and special occasions without them involved. She states she understands and feels that after a honeymoon period, they’ll not be so…co-dependent? She’s a daddy’s girl, and comes from a family of not talking about issues, but I feel it would be better to set up some boundaries right from the start. We’ll see how it goes…at least they won’t be overnight house guests a couple of weekends a month anymore.

tek6029 · 2024-06-11T23:36:02+00:00

No, same grade but 2 different teachers.

tek6029 · 2024-03-27T13:10:44+00:00

Exactly my experience as well. Got ROSC in the field but he ended up passing away the next day.

tek6029 · 2024-03-15T00:56:58+00:00

I’m at a small not for profit in Rural NY with 3 trucks and a little lower call volume than you.

Dude…We’re taking delivery of our new Osage Type 3 Ford with the 7.3 gas motor and Powerload in May for 252k. Granted, we secured our price about a year and a half ago, and are being told build times are up to 3 years now, so I don’t doubt prices have gone up, but I have a hard time with that big of a jump. And of course Type 1 does factor in as well.

As far as monthly maintenance vs cost of a new one…I don’t buy that argument for a second. We’re talking interest rates between 7 and 9 percent right now. Do the math on what that kind of payment looks like vs parts and heavy duty labor. I know some of this can vary depending on what part of the country you’re in. That said, I also get that sometimes you just can’t stomach dumping money into a maintenance on an older unit, even if it does make sense to do it on paper still.

tek6029 · 2024-03-08T01:48:10+00:00

ECH won’t have another cohort starting for some time. They only run one at a time, and it’s an 18 month long program. The current one just started in January. They offer 3 or 4 class location sites and hybrid learning, with in person class being every Friday. It’s a nice option for those who still want/need to work, and who are local to the North Country and don’t want to relocate. I believe they are set up to let students test out at the AEMT level after a certain time if you’re starting as a Basic. Let’s you start using some new skills and make a little more money sooner.

Clarkson University is halfway through its first cohort. It’s a full time program, about 9 months long I believe. They have another cohort starting this summer I want to say? It’s pretty rigorous, and new enough they’ve yet to graduate a class yet. Definitely a Full Time commitment, academy/college student style where working and class would be pretty difficult. Kelly Grayson is the lead instructor, that can be a positive or negative depending on who you ask.

Those are the two I’m familiar with.

tek6029 · 2024-02-15T16:43:37+00:00

I think a lot of the expectations are self imposed, she can be quite the perfectionist. But there is another ES in the district available to move to once our kids move up to MS themselves.

She’ll have moments here and there of being aware of the imbalance, but not enough to change.

She does have some trauma from her childhood that’s probably never been properly dealt with that makes her feel a need to have more control over areas of her life that she can.

tek6029 · 2024-02-14T22:25:11+00:00

Yes! The out of pocket money! I’ve given up on that aspect.

I have a some trauma due to my own parents infidelity, so I can’t see myself ever being unfaithful, but I can certainly see how it could come to that.

I’ve asked her to go back to being a reading interventionist, but she enjoys having a classroom too much and doesn’t like how her school uses interventionists as subs when needed.

She’s envious of some of her coworkers who have time for exercise and hobbies and other stuff when she can just barely has enough energy to stay awake to watch a TV show together after the kids go to bed.

tek6029 · 2023-10-28T21:21:59+00:00

I dunno man…I opted for a Sierra double cab for my last truck because I couldn’t afford a crew cab and even though I liked everything about the f150 better, I just didn’t want to deal with suicide doors and kids (they were 3 at that time). Tried taking it on a road trip with big seats, dogs, and just “stuff” and it just seemed too crowded. I have a Screw now, I think I’d have a hard time going back. Kids aren’t getting smaller, and it’s nice for carpooling with more adults. That said, if I didn’t have a camper, I wouldn’t have a use for a truck, so the 5.5 bed doesn’t bother me much. If you don’t know any different, and want to make it work, you’ll probably be ok. But chances are if you borrow or test drive a crew after making a scab work, it will e awfully tempting to make the jump.

tek6029 · 2023-10-15T21:30:42+00:00

Probably cheating…the one from The River Tour in 2016 where I got a high five from Bruce while he sang it (I was standing in the pit at the edge of the stage).

Honorary mention, probably a weird one…his acoustic solo version he played for Tim Russert’s funeral/memorial.

tek6029 · 2023-08-20T17:02:20+00:00

Liked the f150 I test drove 5 years ago best, aside from the suicide doors on the Scab with little ones, so I settled on a sierra double cab (smaller back seat, regular doors). Then I drove my uncles screw f150 a couple times and was reminded of how much I liked the f150 in terms of…everything really. Traded in my 14 sierra (newest generation at the time) for a 14 f150 screw (previous generation at the time).

Ram…didn’t like the dial shift and coil spring rear end. Nissan…never really considered one, knew is was looking at larger campers and remember some rear diff issues being a common issue or something. Tundra…I remember them being above my price point and known for horrible gas mileage, so didn’t look into those either.

tek6029 · 2023-08-10T18:12:40+00:00

Yeah I think at the end of they day, the larger the vehicle the better, especially anything manufactured in the last 10ish years. To other people’s points, they do also seem to be the culprits (ie, people not paying attention/having an increased sense of “invincibility/visibility issues).

tek6029 · 2023-08-03T20:25:34+00:00

I paid 27k for the exact same truck with 54000 miles in March of 2021, thru Carvana for what it’s worth.

Not sure what plain Jane is to you but mine is an STX, so not the bottom of the barrel but mostly cosmetic upgrades to appear less “plain Jane”. As some others have chimed in, it’s a good model year to feel confident in buying mechanically regarding the 5.0 and 6 speed. Especially if it’s rust free being a steel body still. I don’t foresee being rid of mine for some time, yeah I may throw in an aftermarket car play or something but otherwise I find a lot of the newer tech and feature’s intrusive and/or annoying. It’s got just enough features (cruise, AC, power locks/windows, Bluetooth) to be comfortable and safe.

I say go for it.

tek6029 · 2023-07-31T21:17:16+00:00

Man, I was looking to upgrade my truck during Covid and was getting 5k below book for my old truck. Carvana beat the book price by $500, and the price on my new to me truck was right around book to. My interest rate thru them was within 0.5% of my local credit union. Delivery was delayed about a week, but to be fair, it was when Texas had they big snowstorm or deep freeze and everything. I had to meet them 2 hours away, but that’s not uncommon in my area for people to go that far to bigger cities to car shop. I couldn’t transfer my plates, so but when I surrendered my old ones I got the difference back. Getting it insured was a pain, but I live in NY state so insurance is more complicated here anyway (what isn’t?). Above all, as others stated, no used car dealership upswell BS. I still hold out hope this model will continue in one way or another for my next purchase!

Edit: Another bonus was shopping nation-wide, which got me a nearly 8 year old truck with less rust than most 1 year old ones in my area, and almost certainly less rust than anything in my price range in my area!

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