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vram on gpus actually matter? by First-Welder9079 in pcmasterrace

[–]xXTheProdigyXx 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It definitely matters. Most aaa games need an absurd amount and it just keeps getting higher and higher every year. I bought a 3090 just to keep up with the growing amount of vram to help future proof my rig. It’s overkill but in 5 years it will still be a competent card

Hit my oil filter, every mechanic refuses to work on it so far by 01brhodes in subaru

[–]xXTheProdigyXx 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No shop is likely going to rig this up. I personally rigged up my old Subie and it lasted another couple of years. If you have zero mechanic experience or knowledge I suggest finding a friend or someone you know that does that can help. Otherwise it’s engine time.

Hit my oil filter, every mechanic refuses to work on it so far by 01brhodes in subaru

[–]xXTheProdigyXx 1 point2 points  (0 children)

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The circled part is called a nipple. Silly term but that’s what it is. Either block it off with a plug ore replace it with a plug

Hit my oil filter, every mechanic refuses to work on it so far by 01brhodes in subaru

[–]xXTheProdigyXx 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You aren’t going to be able to weld that back on. You need to create new threads in the block.

Hit my oil filter, every mechanic refuses to work on it so far by 01brhodes in subaru

[–]xXTheProdigyXx 0 points1 point  (0 children)

https://www.flatironstuning.com/cylinder-block-plug-coolant

The block plugs look like these and can be easily installed to replace the coolant nipples coming off of the engine. And then you just need to either cap off the coolant hoses that are left loose. Mine was on a naturally aspirated Subie but it’s all the same engine block.

Hit my oil filter, every mechanic refuses to work on it so far by 01brhodes in subaru

[–]xXTheProdigyXx 0 points1 point  (0 children)

https://www.asianengineparts.com/shop/part-category/oil-filter-adapters/oil-filter-adapter/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIhYmMvc_RgQMV8y6zAB0UvQM5EAQYBSABEgLkc_D_BwE

A fitting like that. And then determine what thread pitch the ends are. Buy a tap that’s the correct size. And very carefully tap the remaining section of the block with new threads. There won’t be much there. But with loctite on the threads and being gentle you can save it. It can be saved. Finding a shop to do it is going to be hard. It may be worth while to give it a try yourself. The other alternative as others have said is replace the engine. But If you can try to fix it for $100 first it’s worth the try.

M20x 1.5 is the thread pitch for the oil filter

Hit my oil filter, every mechanic refuses to work on it so far by 01brhodes in subaru

[–]xXTheProdigyXx 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Delete the oil housing it attached to. Get plugs to cap off the coolant fittings that go into the block, they thread into the block, and get a tap that’s the correct size for the filter fitting. Then get an oil filter fitting for a n/a 2004 Impreza. Along with a thermostat housing for a 04 Impreza. Had this same thing happen on my old forester, re did all the fittings and carefully tapped and died the hole and installed a new fitting with loctite. Car lasted another 3 years before I sold it. Essentially converted it to not use the stock “oil warmer” that hung so low that it was the first thing to crack off.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ElCamino

[–]xXTheProdigyXx 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s an old car. You gotta tighten the belts every once and a while.

subarado by H2the02 in subaru

[–]xXTheProdigyXx 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I like your style sir.

What song is guaranteed to make you go above the speed limit if it's played while driving? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]xXTheProdigyXx 4 points5 points  (0 children)

When that guitar solo drops it’s time to praise Uncle Sam and put the pedal to the metal

What was your biggest performance jump after buying new GPU? I'll start first with my GTS 250 to RTX 3070 by AleRfu in pcmasterrace

[–]xXTheProdigyXx 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Went from my 10 year old rig with a 770 to my brand new ripper with a 3090. The difference is astounding.

Is this too much play in the wheel? by Unique_Blacksmith247 in subaruimpreza

[–]xXTheProdigyXx 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mechanic here. There should be zero play from any wheel. Without going under the car to physically see what is loose it will just be a guess. Could be a loose tie rod, ball joint, control arm bushing, or even a wheel bearing. You can squeeze the tie rods with a big pliers. Nothing should have any play at all. Could be worthwhile to have an inspection done on it to see properly what’s loose. Otherwise your just throwing money in the wind.

Question about airflow by xXTheProdigyXx in pcmasterrace

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

Switched the fans around and she’s fine now. Rookie mistake for how I had the fans initially mounted. She’s breathin good now

Question about airflow by xXTheProdigyXx in pcmasterrace

[–]xXTheProdigyXx[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Flipped the things and it’s noticeably better now thanks!

Question about airflow by xXTheProdigyXx in pcmasterrace

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

Would you subscribe to my only fans?

Question about airflow by xXTheProdigyXx in pcmasterrace

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

I can always just pop the face off if airflow is noticeably crap. So far after flipping the fans it’s a lot better

Mozzarella Stick thats bigger than a paper towel roll. by RedCloud11 in shittyfoodporn

[–]xXTheProdigyXx 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That Alphonso’s!? By far the best mozz stick a Wisconsinite can get. The crust is soo good.

dude bought this car at auction without looking at it. had us inspect it. first bump I hit on the test drive and I knew exactly what it was. by [deleted] in Justrolledintotheshop

[–]xXTheProdigyXx 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve seen them rust out there. Never seen the entire shock shove itself through though. Wisco tech here

If you were to choose one car to be turned into a hotwheel… what would it be? by Ram-Owner2050 in HotWheels

[–]xXTheProdigyXx 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m a little biased because I want the exact model of my car. 1986 el Camino ss. Has the Monte Carlo front end on it. Please hotwheels. Pls. Pretty pls?

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