Youtube comments of peter daughtrey (@peted5217).

  1. Long as the tech is properly compensated , who cares how the work is paid for. Having customer wait for oil leak fix is insane. Apparently Ray 's the mopup crew , expected to perform miracles on other's repairs without all the correct parts to do it right.
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  2. Obviously aftermarket Reman. GM doesn't use heat tabs. Aftermarket misassembly . 4 mile failure in a New vehicle, claim needs ck'd out
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  3. The Liabilities that this fix could create would keep many shops from attemping it. Not to mention the incredible labor charges. Kudos to the Bob Ross quote
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  4. 1 inch from a different November
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  5. ​ @hakantorstensson8053 Russian Harassment of NATO, plain and simple
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  6. Valve Float and Oil starvation, both from overrev are primary Gremlins seen here. Forensic exam of Vehicle ecu memory likely to reveal overrev cause(s)
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  7. Dealer staff unlikely to have personal able to read , muchless understand or remember a TSB.
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  8. New Pads with Fresh Rotors , always the wisest move.
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  9. Avoiding sight contact with a defender by pre-elimination with further reaching ordinance is an ancient and well proven technique. Definitely favored in prolonging the lives of Pilots and aircraft.
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  10. Exlaxxly what occured here . Bosco fix Doomed the block
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  11. In Rustbelt vehicles , if cat can enter closed car , it's still advertised as "Rust Free"
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  12. For Sure. Has KGB smell all over it
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  13. Takes over $50k these daz to get close to Ray's set. Pro scanner alone can top $5k
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  14. The Loader certainly helped eliminate most chances of personal injury. Actually brilliant.
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  15. With all the 'no sells' Ray's been getting, perhaps the service writer/seller could use alternative technique brush up ?
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  16. Sound advise... Applies to administering an enema 2
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  17. President Musk's frontman is the small child who's found a loaded machine gun in his toy box and is waving it around @ a well attended Birthday Party and hasn't a clue what to do next.
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  18. The weather started getting rough, the tiny ship was tossed. If not for the courage of the fearless crew, The Minnow would be lost, The Minnow would be lost.
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  19. More proof of how rare good Techs are to find , then and now.
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  20. Sure happy got to move to West Texas from Montreal in 1960. Working on mostly unrusted cars has been a blessing.
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  21. No........ Who Cares ?
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  22. Good luck with that. If it was yesterday, Ya, mite have a chance.
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  23. Euro cars is kinda like having a big swimming pool.
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  24. Lubing any brake 'rub or slide' non friction surface is a good idea.
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  25.  C b  unfortunately there's no Fed safety standards for that type of private intervention. Many shops stamp the repair order with liability release for unfixed safety issue acknowledgement when invoice is paid. We called Tx DPS about grounding and were told there's no authority and they don't have the personal to handle those claims. AKA we can't stop folks from driving junk.
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  26. Little Doubt this Tragedy was the result of bypassing Standard testing. Eliminating Checks and Balances leaves Murphy's Law of Unintended Consequences room to create havoc. Hopefully current US Gov't doesn't end as it's victim
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  27.  @lomfmur  probably true but our shop liked to put exact same plug back in anything, just to eliminate possible issues.
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  28. You'd have loved the Offenhauser Motor. It's DOHC head and block were all one piece. Look Ma , No Head Bolts. Made valve work entertaining.
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  29. Let the bleatings of the internet Moms be herd across the Land. Such Blasphemy , with out reason. Foolish move , if batt Not replaced
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  30. ​ @MUUKOW3 KGB Gangstas Supreme Leader
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  31. The Toyota trik here is .......... They're all the same & ...... There's lotsa them......
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  32. John Cooper is still having Nitemares over his creations evolution.
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  33.  @johnarnold893  Seems the beast has served u well with normal maintenance
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  34. This $30k repair seems more misguided trust combined with fraud as it's source. Any used diesel engine should have oil diagnosis B4 pymt unless sold as damaged. A check of owners media for vehicle's abuse is another EZ test. Many post burnouts,etc on video 'Shorts'
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  35. 4L80 is a Boss Hog. Actually, TH400 w/od and ecu control . Even Hydramatic Div would be impressed with 400k, if never rebuilt(unlikely) Hot Rod Garage called it the 'best shifting Trans' they'd ever used . Caution: unbelievably heavy @ near 200lbs as installed. (Then add 3 gallons trans fluid). Have hundreds of runs on one in full option 72 Nova behind SBC, since 2014. They Take a Lickin & Keep on Trippin!
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  36. Where's your sense of adventure?
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  37. Many GDI Engines need invasive internal intake & valves scrub frequently due to major performance decline. This stuff helps some designs. Others need major Engine disassembly
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  38. Never gonna happen. Shop may even take the position, it was rainmans responsibility reengineering the junk new parts til they worked better than OE. Junk new parts are yuge cause of many cumbaks that make shop and staff look like fools. Of course, it's 100%/always the Techs fault.
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  39. Ray would be excellent shop owner
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  40. Send Ray a sample of that stuff so it's not a secret anymore.
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  41. Ship Obviously accelerates backwards away from Tug under its own power. Tug has released tow line per Ships command , but seeing Ship's abnormal reverse acceleration, races to get in front to slow it ,but doesn't make it. Someone or Something on the Ship caused the wreck. It wasn't an accident (which is classified as unpreventable) Rest Assured the final cause will be 100% assigned to the Ship and/or its Command
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  42. Ray's perfect fit for local New Exotic Vehicle repair Stores. His persistence, attention to Detail are incredible . Exactly what hi end stuff owners pay well for. Not to mention 2-3X income boost.
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  43. It tis the Super Sad Tale of USA's de-industrialization that's being happening since the pinicle of mfg'ing might in 1965. Also bout that time when public Ed starts 'dumbing down' . What a coincidence , Eh ?
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  44. If you successfully did a complete valve train r&r on a Triton, you're better than 90% of dealer techs.
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  45. ​@Flies2FLL Disregard this comment. It works in many cases if used as recco'd. Presoak really rusty junk a day before then gently Tighten 1st before removing is 75% - 100% effective
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  46. ​ @HK-wq1ei president Musk's frontman doesn't have a clue what he's doing. The last adviser seen on any issue is what he geaux with , cause that's the only one he can remember
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  47. Ya , there's bunches ways to do it. If it still holds new filter , it's still good.
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  48. The age of violent video games has helped promote the idea of endless injury immunity amongst many users.
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  49. amen
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  50. CHICKEN LITTLE wasn't Lying. The Sky was Falling.
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  51. Not too hard believing dealer dudes missed this since few hang around after figuring out fixing stuff. I'm in same boat with auto trans parts that aren't obviously scored or burnt ,But the full time builder would never reuse because of some subtle wear pattern I've no experience looking for.
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  52.  @chrisbentleywalkingandrambling  Not much prob with Exhaust systems these days .All stainless steel, outlast the vehicle , unless off roaded over boulders and tree stumps
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  53. Psycho Dog Killer Qu'est-ce que c'est?
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  54. DYI'ers can try to clean the sensor
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  55. When you don't know what you can't do, the skies the limit in what you can accomplish.
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  56. Too Cool
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  57. Those who do this work for a living have many such happenings No day escapes without providing 'A Learning Experience' Memory training , now greatly lacking in pubic Ed systems is a must . Also major cause of few quality candidates available for this industry . Poor tech pay is another
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  58. @Rick Berglund  forgot to mention I worked as a vehicle tech 45ys ........
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  59. The Diplomatic handling of former employee work agenda righteously well done. Many have found vehicle repair a stepping stone to less arduous, more rewarding endeavors.
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  60.  @MikeyDee25  Hope you don't mind paying abit more for the personal service.
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  61. That makes sense. Thanks
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  62. Good Suggestion!
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  63. This Nissan waz unusually rust free for Florida. The salty air is extremely corrosive for entire unit. The beach driven stuff is rusted like stuff north of Mason Dixon line. Here in CenTex I'd advise folks to trade off their rust for local stuff . Be Money ahead in the long run.
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  64. Well, it is a Toyota Spec bolt.......
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  65. Bent cast wheels are usually cracked cast wheels. Forged wheels , more forgiving, but rarely found on general production stuff
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  66.  @Mini-Driver  should be plenty for sale in various states of needed repairs
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  67. The E Norm Us diesel repair cost here is good reason large gas engines are best for non commercial power needs. Ford's 7.3 gas Godzilla is good example
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  68. Ya , Had all I wanted of salted ice drippin in my face @ Omaha Ford shop. Moved to CenTex in '78. Have several rust free GM , Ford gems I still drive from owners that got tired of . Career of mostly uncorroded vehicles made daily work more interesting without the rust to contend with. Ya , twas a good move.
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  69. Ya to that. But MC's 27yo and suspension rubber bushings age , crack and fall apart, just like tyres or any rubber part does. The Arrow of Time is Relentless. Nothing is Forever.
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  70. You suffered 'The Peter Principle' . Folks elevated to highest level of Incompetence by seniority vs experience
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  71.  @automaster2881  Most likely your suggestion could cause catastrophic results. Double check your chemistry.
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  72. @gvibration1  Undoubtedly
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  73.  @Juttutin  Ya. Yrly Avg is 3 globally
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  74. Lotsa recco's here. Really! Ray's demonstrated repeatedly.. Err on the side of caution . Always less pricey than a coffin.
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  75. Always on toyota....
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  76. L-i fumes can be lethal, too
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  77. Typical Euro engineering
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  78. What shop did with outsourced pics borders on Fraud by not informing customer as to source.
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  79. Either way, not Ray's problem. Corrosion & Abuse has rendered parts as salvage .
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  80. Swapped to used EZ 2.0 EFI (w/ dual sync dist) won on eBay 2014. Nova's 352 cid already had 220-230 roller and AFR 195 heads, RPM Intake, Alumacoat Hdr. 10 years later of instant starts, great performer. 4,100lb runs 12.8s 108 like clockwork for fun bracket racing, driven to track w/AC on & PS/PB. 32° ttl timing w42° @ cruise. 4L80 , 3.70 TruTrac 10bolt . 26in M/T street/drag radials
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  81. Why Worry how UR ideas are perceived. Lotsa comments merely mindless beating of Gums together. Wiser minds gleam morsels of good info they can apply or pass on.
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  82. @eddy Mahon  So it does. Before spray cans , 1970s, Techs in shops I worked thot it great fun to clean brakes with air hose nozzle, creating clouds of asbestos dust. Spray kinda helped stop that idiocy, but only with another toxicity, it seems. That said , all vehicle chemicals , metal grindings and such, should be barriered from breathing and skin . They're all toxic.
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  83. Ya , cash flow became Job One. It hadn't failed in 80 dives , human nature defying all , assumes it never will
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  84. Not to Worry. Eventually even Transit thing will have it's repair foibles. As will upcoming E models when they eventually fail. Their powertrain parts prices will make current stuff seem Dollar Store bargains.
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  85.  @spaceflight1019  Would not the shop in that case , be justified in charging a considerable diagnostic fee......?
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  86. Great Tip
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  87. Have you considered a Toyota ? Their dealers do the same sell, but Usually all it needs is oil, tires , brakes. Stuff that any reputable established shop in your 'Hood' can provide @1/2 the cost. Just a thought.......
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  88. Soak in pot of diesel. Wash off with Royal Purple, stiff brush and kitchen grade 3M pads. Lay out cardboard to dry then lightly wipe with wd40/ oil. Store dry on cloth , paper towel. Wear Gloves
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  89. Bring the Black Am Express card !
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  90. Ours had a Copper hammer for wire wheels , venting frustrations
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  91. ​ @buffalomerkis7603  Obviously not a Toyota, Honda !
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  92. You'll get tired of looking at it before it's worn out.
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  93. On Nissan, chared sender is a concern. Another sketchy part from 'Chrysler of Japan' Not a bad idea to pretest pump that requires significant labor. Handling explosive liquid/fume gasoline is hazardous, Pilgrims. DIY'S, Don't make a roast of yee
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  94. Combo Gives Impressive Power To Weight Ratio
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  95.  @andrewsang4688  you would be a great tech with your positive outlook . You've got the basics down pat. The minor detail differences won't hold you back from earning a good living
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  96. Probably only needed drains cleared . But fortunately, owner elected to increase profitablity of pts mfg. And a chance for Ray to educate us on this task.
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  97. Looks like warranty repair by experienced tech who knew this bandaid fix wouldn't work. I'm surprised he got it as clean as it is given he was only paid warranty time. On a CP job , the sludge would stop teardown as only a fresh engine will fix Maintenance Malfeasance
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  98. Such Physics used to taught to youngins in pubic skool's , but not anymore. That the ignorant are easily misled has become abundantly clear since Jan 2017.
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  99.  @kalereborn  You are most fortunate with such great repair service available. Very rare and unfortunately disappearing kwikly.
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  100. Is your point this is a needless fix ?
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  101.  @warrantyvoid100  Wow. Thanks for info. Always thot the shiny dash paint and chrome interior trim pieces of 50s , 60s GM hi end rides had a cool custom touch'.
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  102. Never lend what you can't afford to lose. No experienced working Tech would loan his to a civilian. Like Surgeon's , Techs livelihood depends on their tools
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  103. "Glow Wrench" = Induction heated coil placed over fastner for rapid expansion , easing removal
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  104. Cooling system 'Sweep' is a good way to long term fix.
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  105.  @johnt.848  Try as they might, Automotive Engineering has yet to make a vehicle completely Moron Proof !
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  106.  @kjinohio5897  Guess it's Tru. There are folks that can ruin an Anvil !
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  107. What Happens is known as the Hi Amp Weld Technique.......
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  108. Ya , vehicles designed for rapid assembly line production. Repairs access is secondary, tho oft ranked by anticipated need.
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  109. Dealer Shop would be libel for any damages as vehicle is assumed to be in correct opporational mode
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  110. Many still use this method, but that type brng mostly replaced by sealed hub style. Kinda like V-belts and hydraulic power steering stuff
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  111. Fords Godzilla 7.3 ICE option for F250-up is munch lower cost , high torque alternative for non commercial HD use
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  112. Engineering, pristine assembly with better quality materials (than most) are Toyota's advantages.
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  113.  @Alan_Hans__  Ditto that. I have only ancient 60-70s GM , Ford and newer Asian's actually made in Japan to kept things reasonable as to maintain, repairs.
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  114. Changes of refrigerant types have little to do with environmental concerns in spite of B. S. It does have everything to to do with expiration of patents and related price monopoly .
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  115. What we have here is a failure to properly compensate @ Dlr level . And some independents too. I spent 4 days at such in N. Austin after Discovery they ran 2 repair orders on every job. Tech's would show 1.5 hr. Customers copy 2.0 . Long gone now, think it was called Hurts Auto. I moved on kwikly.. No fun not getting kissed after a ruf ride.
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  116.  @viking.200  Ya, this Story is alot like the ones from President Musk's frontman
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  117. Ditto That......from both a legal and safety viewpoint these days.
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  118. ​@Jim Mason Tru that. Piston oil ring drain ports plugged cause too tiny. Warranty fix on near 10 yr old motor was all new piston/rod/ring & brng assemblies. Very expensive fix Toyota paid on millions of engines. Their site mite still show all serial nos. that were covered . Ours has 50k on fix. Uses bout pint of oil per 4k chg interval.
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  119.  @poppiarlin5612  But they do vote. Hence the current somewhat illogical train of thought that 😭 permeants 2days media.
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  120. @ 76 I feel your pains , after 45 yr tech career ended a decade ago, stay busy fixing folks fun cars at slower pace. Gota keep going.........
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  121. Ya, very trump like business model
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  122. @Lyle Coglianese  @ some point humanity will have to deal with the side effects of electronic entertainment. For instance, USDOT notes fatal crashes from distraction approach those attributed to chemical use
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  123. The customers pay for all related supplies .
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  124. Senor Bailey is quite the Optimus.. Eh.
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  125.  @aitorbleda8267  Are these small diesels still in profusion in Spain. Used to B in NA , but very rare in CenTex now. Lotsa Toyota's and Testicles abound on our slo moving parking lot highways. Makes street racing difficult !
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  126.  @33ad1  Ah Yes , the excellence of Nissan engineering................ Chrysler of Japan
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  127. Sum Ting Wong
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  128. Lacks the goods from neck down unless into Anorexia
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  129.  @mattlacko4451  Typical modern Mopar experience
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  130. Trans Life has lots to do with O'heat , Too. Keep trans temps under 190F for a long term friend.
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  131. Hope it has oil pressure after BG scrub procedure. Cleaning the Scum layer off the bearings can cause excessive 'clearance' !
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  132. Pretty Kool how well developed 2,000 yo Chinese Fireworks Technology is 2day.
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  133. Ya , that technique's a winner 2
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  134. Many Fords used exact same systems in 60s, 70s. Lotsa leaks as it ages. Best replace all hoses,cylinder for long term fix
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  135. How long would you warranty fix fir ???
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  136. Could it B a reason experienced techs are in short supply ?
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  137. Current US Gov't upheaval assures no further expansion or clarification of any laws ,rules unless allowed by both US Presidents.
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  138.  @akatripclaymore.9679  Ya to that. Brits seemed more focused on building cars that to need service, than making them reliable or serviceable
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  139.  @SE-tt2sl  How bout the whole story on grandpa's astonishing accomplishment . The snipit has all the marks of a great tale.
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  140. Nissan : the Chrysler of Japan
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  141. You could have. Not difficult, but time consuming.
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  142. Your injector fail rates impressive. Typically they're life of vehicle (Perhaps applies here ?)
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  143. You,ve only found the symtom. The cause will rear it's ugly head as sur a the sun rises
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  144. Had he survived , next model wooda had significant upgrades , I bet. Duz rate of assent have bearing on failure possibilities ?
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  145.  @mrmalavey1098  Ya, fire thing effectively fix's all, and usually hides incriminating evidence @ same time.
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  146. Techs loved BG products. Vendor paid quarter for each BG token . Stuff seemed to work ok
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  147. Expedience. Also hefty chunk of metal unlikely to warp. But then you do it your way and I do it mine.
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  148. EZ to see the Economics and Simplicity of an LS Conversion for less fortunate owners suffering this calamity !
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  149. Amen to that !
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  150. The Can'tilever just Can't hold the Overload Older Structure hadn't any engineering study since built. No consideration of increased load risks were made.
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  151. Shipping Stats tell us what to expect financially vs the daily spewage of DC horse pucky . Reports indicate some Chinese factories are closed. Restarts take months to years. The longer an embargo lasts, the longer any recovery will take.
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  152.  @Stubones999  Ah Yes . Shades of C. C. C. lid punch presses w/air clutches. All the maintenance dudes had hand injury/amputation from taking chances. Sacrifice by many for the few.
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  153. Customer must Bury $30k in Repairs B4 Coffin's ready
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  154.  @wirefeed3419  believe this critter had some miles . Suspected chain slap wasn't there as it was Tite. While many think phaser rattle ok, it wasn't present in 1st 100k or so. No doubt good cause for users concern.
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  155. You are the Knight in Shining Armour
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  156. It's pretty technical mechanical stuff , not exactly what 2days pushbutton crowd gets off about.
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  157. they actually run well. lotsa fun on Vegas traffic
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  158. And we're all thankful for that great diagnostic tool.
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  159. No rust vehicles in USA are inhabitants from mid east Cal to CenTex. Coast's and salted road states can be Canada Nasty
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  160. Why leaving Midwest for centex 4 decades ago was a good move !
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  161. Curious as to why rear toe off on full frame vehicle with substantial locating arms. Driver must do some serious curb slamming !
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  162. Massive trump Tariff plan making design a minor issue nowadays
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  163. Rare 7 liter block [$3900 new @ SD] mite be worth cost of fix. Aluminum is eternally weldable if cracked/broken. Then an expert sleeve replace. And Poof ,all that's needed is one piston , rod and rings, and 505HP is yours for fun and games.
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  164. KISS theory doesn't apply to European vehicles !
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  165. Common age issue. That new timing covers readily available speaks volumes. Did neighbors @ 170k since runs fine.
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  166. Wow , results impressive. Now owner can invest in tyres. RR looks a tad short on tread
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  167. Gotta B heartwarming to no former employ losin boatloads of $$$ , turning down work, whilst searching for the 3 techs needed for Ray's output. Happy Hunting !
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  168. Living near Biggs AFB in ol El Paso, then Offutt near omaha in 1960s, 1970s , I always herd 3,000 mph (M3.9) kicked around as often achieved. Doesn't matter now , but nothing was close to it then , just as nothing has been since. Some could possibly be resurrected to max performance if needed today, as the airframe supposedly got 'better' from heat cycling its mostly titanium construction
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  169. Toyota/BMW Supra has dropped this 4cyl engine from 2025 model. Only 3.0l 6cyl is fitted.
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  170. Your labor should be at least 2x the guide which is based on uncorroded , uncaked vehicles
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  171. if you have a choice. pick a model actually made in Japan.
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  172. Obviously you take good care of your 'Horse'
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  173.  @yanglue611  non commercial diesel engines have joined full auto machineguns as relics. VW ceased USA importation after Diesel gate stunt was exposed. Like Machineguns, that can still be owned, tho limited to pre law production, consumer diesels won't be around in yuge numbers as sales drop and attrition takes it's toll. Fixing lektric vehicles has mo demand and good backup to ICE repairing skill sets.
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  174.  @superchiefusn5601  one thing's fer sur in that both words are used in describing actions found in fluid dynamics............
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  175. Incompetence rampant in vehicle repair industry. If U find a good shop , stick with them instead of getting Skewed.
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  176. Ya, You can bet few would put that money into a 12 yo vehicle , vs trading for a new[er] one.
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  177. Ya, That Unneeded Walking experience could tend sour product opinions
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  178. Ya, why not. Those machines only cost a few quid.
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  179. Leon: Re don't get any ol oil/refrig on self.... No wonder I feels Sick ?
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  180. Ah Yes , the Ultimate Teenie Weenie Ego Booster. The 18 wheeler (mini) air horn. Nothing's better for yuge fantasy's , tho have little else.
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  181. Ya, but Rubs unlikely to find financing for 30,000 add'l detainment Git'Mo camp with current stated budget cut agendas
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  182. ​ @derekjordan1344 Ya , right.
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  183. Plus 500gal storage to tide over long blackouts. Lotsa rain h2o storage also a plus.
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  184.  @zinstein007  Ya, it wasn't even broke in yet!
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  185. The Variable requires add'l computer control that's not available here ! Hope Ray's billing Cust for all this unnecessary R&D time .
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  186. If U Buy DI engine vehicle, make sure it also has port injectors to keep intake valves clean of carbon build
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  187. Florida rebuilding is kinda neverending, ain't it.
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  188. @Daniel J  3 to 1 weight differential, plus body on full frame vs sheetvsteel unibody. Fortunate if no fatalities.
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  189. No modern jag's worth the actual costs of this fix. Their off showroom devaluation to 10 cents lb salvage makes excellent candidates for recycling into washing machines. As Owner will will discovery shortly as nx critical part of vehicle fails.
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  190. Murphy's Law of Unintended Consequences is about to muddy everyone's economic outlooks
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  191. Best thing bout this old Dogz is Ray fixing it , as he sees fit. Ya, folks , the Lad knows what he's doing. Interweb Mom's concerns aren't needed
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  192. The lack of competent vehicle techs is Depressing. Likely to continue til compensation trends improve
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  193. Most Non Speciality Shops ship Euro ecu type probs for Ray's exact stated reason. If and when an Euro w/internal engine mechanical prob shows , cost's to fix it oft exceed vehicle value.
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  194. Just another load of Bunk. Too frequently not to be Russian Harassment of NATO. Financial responsibility is still the same , no matter how many Tons of BS are Spewed
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  195.  @crunchytheclown9694  Ya , the laws of physics play large on the incident this broken engine is witness to.
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  196.  @donrosscojoe5014  Obviously not familiar with over the road tractor repair parts, Labor costs today. Ya, they're Bugatti like.
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  197. Toyota seems to have solved many CVT issues in K model trans. It has separate launch gear for kwiker accel that also greatly reduced belt/pully load heat/wear.
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  198. I liked the 85 Celica GT and 88 Camry 4 wgn . Still have both...
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  199. Probably not good idea absorbing that stuff thur our skin.
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  200. Your tool selection for close and distant difficulties is a must in keeping one's sanity in your well documented endeavors. That and how you've learned to manipulate them to your needs is impressive
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  201. Gov'ts job is to provide health care unequivocally. Democratic Gov't has no place in personal health decisions, tho it may decide not pay for them. USA's the only Democratic industrial nation interfering @ patient level making medical care unavailable and jailable in most Republican run states.
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  202. Always put a new Delco in when job created access. New wires , Plugs , Coil too. Good preventative maintenance on nitemare design. Optispark was attempt to improve timing and EFI accuracy , which it did almost as good as crank/cam trigger does these days
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  203. Clever take on i6 design making it short w/offset cyls & GM W type (348/409) slanted combustion chamber down inside cylinders. Believe Performance parts were popular 4 it and significantly improved power.
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  204. No way I'd agree to tackle this rusty ancient nasty job for less than 10 hrs. Not about to accept minimum wage for high skill level job to fix crusty crud truck.
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  205. Financial Liability is Yuge concern behind commercial shop decisions. One recheck can eat a month's profit
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  206. Back Down was US Gov't realizing declining polls(Ego) and economy (inflation &recession) causing a future political vote shift. Thus Likelihood of further reduction is good due to above reasons. Still needless longterm damage occurred. None of USA trade partners were offered a pre tariff chance @ negotiations.
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  207. Good that. Many states actually prohibit shop from red taging even if vehicle can't pass safety CK. Notifying State Dot's about all you can do. We had to release stuff with brake fails once bill paid in TX.
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  208. Most scanners will capture data stream , but only when a tru code is set. They also capture if you push a button. Both functions useless here as prob is mechanical
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  209. Customer lost all the money when engine failed. Now owns $10Kto$20K hole in finances if fixed or 10cents a lb lump of salvage. Nissan not known as Chrysler of Japan without reason.
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  210.  @alexbrown1995  the baby reptiles need cover to survive.
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  211. Shooter Vids make it clear. A Silly Millimeter difference in trajectory and there'd B 2 nu candidates since Primaries !
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  212. Hard to Believe folks risk their lives and limbs , also fellow motorist's over the cost of good tires. Each yr CenTex sees hundreds kilt due to junk tire fails. Trading the cost of tires for that of caskets seems foolishly moronic at best.
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  213. I think ol Ray already had that deal covered.
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  214. Ya to that ! $$$5k to $$$10k w/all the worn valvetrain that must also be replaced.
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  215. Giving the shop away not a great idea for most whom actually earn a living in this field. Many skill sets similar to medicine are required. Yet to see a physician provide gratis service to promote business........
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  216. 'Chrysler of Japan' seems well earned credence , again
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  217. Thank You
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  218. Fixing & recharging 1234YF systems is so expensive, older vehicles with it will be scraped , replaced. It's use is really stupid from a consumer standpoint.
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  219.  @donniebunkerboi9975  You picks your priorities and live with your decisions. Some make more sense in extreme climates.
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  220.  @dylanhinkel3548  and well to do folks don't daily drive old luxury stuff
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  221. @Warren Albee  World has been noting decline in Avg IQ for several decades. Current HS curriculum doesn't seem too advanced from 6th grade experience I had in late 50s Montreal. Memory training appears to have become extinct.
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  222. Not a Chance - Was only Campaign Hype that 77million fools bought into
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  223. Wow, a good Iron 6.0 short block. Pay the man and haul it off for scrub, cam,rod & crank brngs. Add fresh wide gap rings for 10-20 psi boost or bottle. Keep it under 6K rpm for you daily's 600+ HP fun runs.
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  224.  @thomas7770  Seems replacing it, the drier and all the oil are well advised
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  225. Your story would make great book/movie. Incredible.
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  226. GM warranty doesn't cover deliberate O'heat ECU will tell on operator , unless Monkeyed with , also an instant warranty cancel.
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  227. Me Too. Way 2 many junk nu pts these daz
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  228. Waco 😅Branch Dividian Massacre of '93 was handled similarly ! Non existing evidence can't be examined , eh.
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  229. Sure hope your comment meant as comedy. At least this crew doesn't spend 2hr lunchs @ Armadillo HQ enjoying Happy Smoke as crew I worked with did in the 70s. Not alot got done after those kinda breaks. But was Fun.
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  230. Rule Of The Day: If the Tires R Bald , Walk Away !
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  231. This repair expense is where the top two Japan car makes become best bang for buck. This well kept Hyundai engine shouldn't have Any internal failures. At least it hasn't caught fire...... Yet
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  232.  @jaimz33  Ya , Manual Correct was hard enuf
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  233.  @Gordo-5150  WOW, What an excellent , inexpensive fix . Surprised VW engineers didn't put at least their typical Rube Goldberg design in place. But where's the fun if u can't create pricey maintenance for your customers .. eh.
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  234. NHRA NITRO Engines come close to your ideal, however the E Norm Us costs preclude general public use
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  235. His limited vocabulary coupled with inability to create coherent sentences, then into paragraphs suggest aging cognitive deterioration . The questions he's asked seem to confuse, so he lapses back into an insult repertoire . He's not the smooth talker of several decades ago.
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  236. Munch more better lo corrosion vehicles here in CenTex all the way to central California........Only had to work on rusted Midwest junk a few yrs til 70s move to CenTex. Never looked back
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  237. Unnecessary Supply Disruption will likely diminish Quality of life for most of 8.2Billion global pop. for years. When stability returns, factories and shipping take long ramp up periods . The fallacy of instant change that US Gov't proffers will now take longer than it's current term. Most likely Smuggling resurges , following the lessons of Prohibition
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  238. Chronic Air Traffic Controller shortage since over 12,000 fired by President Reagan 1981 due to striking for wage, work conditions. NTSB report will show ATC Staff were each handling twice recommended load when crash occurred. Incoming flights were ordered spread out time wise afterwards as a sorta fix. Ya, chopper will be found to be @ incorrect alt, and excessive ATC load a mitigating factor in not noticing that it was
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  239. @Rick Berglund  to each his own. Eventually Ray may have a Porter to help with shop chores. Rite now he's probably abit overwhelmed
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  240. Heartily agree with both suggestions. 5000gal outside reservoir on 50psi reel hose to each bay for that 'clean effect '
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  241. The Ongoing Sucess of GMs LS/LT series pushrod engines should show little need for overly complex multi cam designs in light of meeting Emission specs and dealing with tight engine bay space. Not to mention reducing production costs !
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  242. He did. You missed it
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  243. Wow , 600 monster Li-Ion batteries on Fire qualifies as 'Hot Time in the Old Town 2nite'. Will be Miraculous if doesn't burn thru hull and sink the 'Minnow' Shipping rates for these cargoes bound to Skyrocket until the obvious incompetence is solved.
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  244. 'Chrysler of Japan' seems well earned credence ..... again
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  245. Owner Definitely Got The 'Shaft' !
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  246. Most won't have a clue...... Many will suspect it's a Scam.
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  247. Actually, normal for these engines, with only basic maintenance.
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  248. Watt do you estimate the bandaid fix costs?
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  249.  @yodabolt1247  Almost sounds too good to be true. May it and you enjoy a long and minimally invasive service life.
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  250. Triton was a kwiky fix for more HP to match GM LS type engine. Hence 3 valve with goofy spark plugs design which presented costly fixes for many owners. And lotsa bad press
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  251. Good idea for anything so equipped !
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  252.  @michaela1655  internet/YouTube
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  253. Larry made the smart move here. No one looks after your well-being better than you. Went thru 10 shops in one year when 40 . Last one was 2 bay service station gravy for 25 yrs. Place grossed near $2million annual. 10 pumps half full svc. Nieghborhood Custs just wanted stuff fixed fast. Retirement's been nice for last decade.
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  254. Ya , he lays out a map of Musk's frontman views, acknowledging tax/spending reductions haven't been realized when other Rubs held office or why this similar approach will work .
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  255. Diesel engine typically 45% max fuelefficiency. The other 55% of potential energy is lost as Heat.
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  256. Excellent suggestion
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  257. "What we have here is a failure to communicate" Cool Hand Luke - 1967
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  258. @solareclipsetimer  It ain’t what you don’t know that gets you into trouble. It’s what you know for sure that just ain’t so
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  259. Depends on why chain's being replaced. Save abuse , should last life of vehicle by design. It's why they cost a little more.
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  260. Probably Not Yet.....
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  261. Some wheels appear to have balance weights around entire circumference ......... What's that all about ??
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  262. Would do the trick. One inch air hose mite be Abit cumbersome at times.
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  263. Anything moving creates Vibration
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  264. $500 cash diagnosis deposit will be gone with all the Jack Around time on initial setup
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  265. Tx has 'Law of Parties' where all actors in a crime share equal responsibility. She said she lied at 1st because 'snitches' get killed where she lives. Many dead witnesses bear out this truth. She caught a break as Tx needed her to back up other sketchy witnesses. 80%+ crime is due to Drugs as was this. Take money out of the equation and most of the violence would end. Since current Criminal Justice System is Major player in US economics /budget , changes are unlikely .
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  266. Munch Ado About Nothing. Both parties equally involved in financial support of wacko entities. Major InBearAssMents for Rubs and Demos lurk from President Musk's DogE searches.
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  267. Pretty Kool how well developed 2,000 yo Chinese Fireworks Technology is 2day.
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  268. Ya , Good luck finding a competent Vehicle Tech anywhere. Most are dead or retired [ self included on the latter]. Few of todays youth are interested in apprenticing this difficult and grungy occupation that pays poorly , requires continuous purchase of $10s of thousands in tools,equipment, and also requires great physical agility, plus excellent memory. All of which are rare today. Best bet is a local established non dealer shop your neighbours have used and reccomended .
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  269. Malibu is testimony to how fast Florida Salt Sea Air starts surface corrosion. Texas Gulf Coast cars similar, they rust from top down , vs bottom up from salted roads. Running vehicles on the beach causes both types !
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  270. Explosion on Board is always Major Maintenance Malfeasance usually augmented by Major Incompetence
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  271. Warm Soapy Soak Sounds Plausible for Seals. Certainly works well on many other applications and personal needs
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  272. What's with all M-B fail references Please don't tell me they also fall apart !
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  273.  @engiopd  Why not, what's to loose ?
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  274. Fiat is 1st step in Italian car acclamation. That's gettin used to frequent and expensive service. On the other side of this equation, you'll find Honda/Toyota that finds many customers despite higher MSRP.
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  275. Euro's have yet to embrace the concept of K. I. S. S. as Honda, Toyota have on most their stuff. Overly complex doesn't make for better, but sure makes for lots more expensive.
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  276.  @louiswestfall9622  Hardly false, ol boy. Not that i disagree with your tact, (I don't) Just didn't see the great need in this case for reason stated. These embossed sealant gaskets very compliant new, most forgiving. And in the end it doesn't leak anymore. Was actually mo interested in why part had been tampered with before, creating a yuge leak . That said, I find 2nd guessing Ray or any other competent tech , very rude. Each has their own way of doing things . Mistakes are made and learned from. I never needed or tolerated Peacocks looking over my shoulder in 40+ yr career. Was always quite aware what's not right and how to correct it @ nearly the same time.
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  277.  @atticstattic  Ditto That, in my experience
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  278. Probably not. Many engines are sensitive to OE plugs. Different ones change ignition resistance, I suspect
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  279. Ya on that. I gave mine well worn Toyota's . None needed more than basic wear/maint while in school, really good on the budget.
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  280. Likelihood of repair does enter accessibility equation in most vehicles.
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  281. Well I knew Cat made good guitar strings.......
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  282. Ya. They develop ground issues due to hidden corrosion. Nissan not known as Chrysler of Japan without good reason.
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  283. Shop that can't keep it's general equipment in repair (Mig Welder) for use when needed is indeed Poorly able to offer good service
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  284.  @Brisco_County_Jr  Actually it is 304 stainless (with nickel) that makes it slightly magnetic but lasts (with slight corrosion) 4 life of most vehicles. Virtually all mass production stuff's being that for last few Decades or so. The steel pipe of old would have complete rust patina, if it existed at all. Ck It Out....... 304 stainless
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  285.  @zunar_j5_933  whole thing is 304 stainless. His welds may well last forever, but will corrode as they're mostly iron.
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  286. ​ @jonathansherwood5841  Who makes tool that allows vehicle AC service port replacement without discharging sys ?
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  287.  @Ralph_Baric_PhD_C2019  Tis the best approach to most endeavors.
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  288. Kinda, Sorta enforcing ye old Euro " Fine Service Vehicles" reputation
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  289. This Cust is Used to Large Cost Repairs. Nothing's been said about non stock mods , but teardown indicates previous fixes may be partial cause. Abuse beyond design limits looks to be a factor. With today's liability concerns, partial engine o'haul seems too risky for the shop
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  290. Circle the Wagons. The Arrows of Time soon be Flying
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  291. LS was developed by NHRA record holder Engineers who worked @ GM. They knew what was needed and we're all the beneficiaries of their simplistic minimal powerplant marvel. The SBC legacy will live on ad infinitum
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  292. How Interesting. Could be Thesis for PHD in consumer package Engineering 4 next break-through.
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  293. The slow carbonation on intake valves& ports , that DI causes (vs Port Inj) is the silent thief stealing HP by restricting Air Flow
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  294.  @slwsnowman4038  Fur Sur they had no head gasket probs
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  295.  @robpeabo509  difference in perspectives then and know. And it was what The Empire Leader ordered for Max effect @ low cost
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  296. Incompetence rampant in vehicle repair industry
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  297. Practice makes Perfect. No shortcuts to learning this craft
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  298. I'm 76. I'd put one of these on a carb'd car in a heartbeat. Well, actually, did on 72 nova 350 AC, Ps , 4L80 auto. Now it starts, drives like my Camry Wgn. But runs 12.80s like clockwork @ 4200lbs Ya , if has good cyl hds, roller cam, etc.
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  299. Ya, his staff has noted the last ideas he hears from advisors is mostly used. Kinda infers limited memory retention since written notes are abhorred for legal reasons.
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  300. Like a 10 min. job , Eh
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  301. About $5000-$9000 job with all the add'l labor. Eventually economy of time will kick in and jobs more carefully vetted. Yah , Ray's young now, but time and experience will be excellent guides to future decisions
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  302. Lotsa Hyperbole here Without Evidence . 47's first round of Pardons is no less controversial as is current handling of NYC mayor's case. Could B a real Stickey Wicket for all involved
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  303. Ray Really appreciates all the Internet Mom's helpless support.
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  304. Meanwhile future president only Spews Misguided Criticism and not a word of viable solutions to help with existing problems. He'll withhold all assistance till entire. State pledges Fealty to their King.
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  305. Aquatic Life denied Snacks. All victims recovered. No Secret that Distraction Yuge factor. Air Traffic personnel shortage since they were all fired by President
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  306. MB brake rotors are 'Sacraficial' soft be design to avoid 'Squeel'
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  307.  @EmbraceTheSuck  Tru That, but less than 10% as often, & then lack of normal mait is usually a factor.
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  308. good luck with that
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  309. The very last vehicle i fixed was rear suspenion on a old Jag sedan. After discussion [with nu mgmt team] about quality of parts for repair, was laid off after 45 yr ASE Master career and 24yr with same shop. Ya, kinda sad , but every cloud has silver lining. No One should Q Ray's method's or approach to anything he does. You're not there to know all that's involved. If you think you can do better, just sign up @ any shop. Break out you tools and show what you got.
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  310. 'Cease Fire' shares Nx Presidents campaign pledges in 'Hoax' group
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  311. Shop had Corvette owner complain bout tire balance vibration @ 110 MPH.......
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  312. Glad you get to enjoy Pop's ride. What had quasi marble accents ?
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  313.  @aussieaeromodeler  I've seen both(not fake) in hi end motor homes. Coulda knocked me over with a feather.
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  314. Noem is Poster Child of 'The Peter Principle' Wherein One is Elevated to the highest level of Incompetence by their Peers.
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  315.  @johnmilner6484  gotta hunch this vehicle is from the SW. Anything that old in Florida will have significant corrosion.
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  316. Many here have little understanding of all that goes into manufacturing any item. Also little understanding of how product volume affects pricing. Ex: GM made the same door handle over 3+ decades. Cost was a few bucks. Now stuff's cycling out in a few years @ best. And a closer look at this one would show it much more complex a piece of engineering than many here assume. Learning a bit more about the chemistry, physics that are part of industrialized life could expand ones overall understanding why stuff's the way it is. That said , most USA schools engineering graduates are foreign nationals , because few USA HS grads can pass entrance tests or don't wish to make the effort.
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  317. Is radiator the cause or symptom of said overheat ?? Is Triple t-stat claimed replacement a definition of insanity (doing same thing over, but expecting different results) Head Gaskets on these motors don't do well after any Over'heat
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  318. Another vehicle Slain by the Jawbone of incompetent previous fix attempts. A growing trend as experienced techs retire and fewer sharp minds find this work appealing. Vehicle was disowned shortly after expensive fix as creation of another pricey issue became apparent.
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  319. Good luck
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  320. Ford ceased N.A. car production (but mustang) after 2020 as sales fell, profit from them tanked. SUV's have $5,000-$10,000++ Ford Co. profit in each unit sold to dealers.
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  321. Rest assured the profits from un needed parts make the companies Execs bonus checks more bountiful.
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  322. Ya, multiple human errors cause 99% of unintentional plane wrecks . This will be no different. Reported HVAC fail is Red flag as to willingness to operate without addressing major expensive maintenance items.
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  323. The only way this crash remains unresolved wood be interference. (as has happened per Air Disaster show) The immediate goal of NTSB and Boeing staff will be determining if a common problem could exist on all similar craft This one was over a decade old . There are hundreds in service.
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  324. It'll be bak shortly for Head Gasket Thingy. These engines don't like being run hot like this one was due to cooling fan failure. Part of the Mopar magic gift for Techs , that just keeps giving.
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  325. Took them off after filled with salty sweat. Shop servants a tad slo bringing up the replacements
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  326. Hop on Over to Ray's garage and help him keep himselfs straightened out. He appreciates all the internet moms concerns
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  327. Actually 'Run Out of Oil' is near criminal negligence vs extended oil (but level maintained) change. But is most common engine failure cause.
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  328. How would one of those ever blow up? Without oil they just stop.
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  329. Ray, Master of making something out of nothing. With steering gear reattached, Trk will hang on till frame collapses.
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  330.  @timberry1135  What planet have you been living on ? Let us see your mechanical skills in action.
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  331. Always put a new Delco in when job created access. New wires , Plugs , Coil too. Good preventative maintenance on nitemare design. Optispark was attempt to improve timing and EFI accuracy , which it did almost as good as crank/cam trigger does these days
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  332. The Way To Go - Excellent
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  333. Rapid bass akward movement reminds of driver confusion about controls , eh.
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  334. Rainman cool attitude mostly. Similar to Geo. Poteet , 73yo driver of Speed Demon @ '21 Bonneville. Told to abort run and bring car in cause they see flames. Ol Geo asks " does that mean I'll have to get out of this thing" Crew Chief: " Ya Geo, car's on Fire'
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  335. Shop's sure getting it's share of Sketchy customers. Time to escalate the ck-out/diagnostic fees. Or maybe move on to shop with better class of clients......
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  336. Ya , fergot bout cab removal. This fix could get close to $$15k
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  337. Comments about 'no cell service ' may indicate 'Jamming Equipment' in use. These devices are available to all police for tactical uses. Shooter either had complete area knowledge or was incredibly fortunate to avoid detection before completing task. Excellent story for future film script.
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  338. Sure hope U stock alot of Lysol to spray down the Interiors of these yuky cars B4 you touch them. Sum look to be the Pitre Dish of unknown Pathogens ! Ya , I mechaniced 45 yrs daily . Now I just work on folks Fun cars in retirement. Still fun to do. Rule of the Day. Never Do Any Diagnosis or Repair Free !
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  339.  @AT-wl9yq  I only mentioned that as full truck frames seem to hold align in spite of harder use.
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  340. Is Recovery Required in this area ?
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  341. Understaffed Air Control since Reagan fired all in 1981
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  342. The Trick here is the Unvetted teams of Musk's finest IT techs access to proprietary US Gov't operating systems. These clever folk are blindingly quick @ gleaming/recording/transferring all records officially sought (& how the systems work). Outside of a few made Gov't employees, there's no clue who most are. This seems an unnecessary security risk of potential disruption should that information be aquired by 'Bad Actors' . Major sectors of US Gov't (if not All) could be compromised with just a few keystrokes
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  343. Bravo to you for keeping your 28+ yo OBD1 on the road !
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  344. That was Special
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  345. 'Inexpensive Repair' and 'European Car' aren't ever synonymous words
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  346. For years , Did Q-jet carbs nearly daily. They need scrubbed every 100k along with All vacuum hoses It was the neverending wave, til it wasn't. Sur helped me retire well..
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  347.  @RJC96cj  'Tin Indian' was Pontiacs slang moniker of post WWII days.
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  348.  @cigarsgunsanddiesel8032  mite actually need dads AME Black card for the fix.
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  349.  @Mini-Driver  That would've been tuf to find without factory info/tools claimed as Proprietary, tho possibly obtainable @ handsome cost$
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  350. GM Parts luv's U
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  351.  @stevo2992  The Paint we feel is watts driving many to the engineering of FoMoCo here and Japan's big Two.
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  352. Burnishing in new brake friction gives longer brake service life. Similar to correct new engine breakin !
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  353. Black Boxes will clear most of Mystery. Careful reconstruction should provide the rest.At least NTSB is on site along with Boeing techs, so chances of accurate report R good. These Super Complex Machines require faultless maintenance
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  354. Pretty obvious oversell based on condition, miles, driver description. Not to mention vehicle make/model well known for reliability. Granny's smart move to flee from the wolves. Little doubt if estimated repairs had been ok'd , other shop would do the California Tune Up fix. (That's where only top of spk plugs get cleaned up)
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  355. Shop I spent most of career with was busy with needed fixes and nitemare repairs. We tried to be as correct as possible on diagnosis & est. Too the point of advising when repair costs mite be best applied to a better vehicle. Sum folks like to keep ol' Betsy going tho. Did complete AC fix on old LTD that had a dead cyl., But they were aware. Just wanted cool.
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  356. Time To Visit Differential Orthodontist......
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  357. Any Combustion Engine Consumes Air Volumes consistent with power output. YUGE Bunches in this case.
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  358. Now that sacrificial steering pts replaced with stronger stuff , the next steering weak link up the chain will be destroyed. No doubt @ many times the cost of this upgrade.......... Just part of the costs of off road adventures.
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  359. shouldn't the tech be entitled to at least 50% of what's saved with his persistence and skill ?
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  360. Ya, head gasket replacement on these is a considerable task. Especially when they're a quarter century old.
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  361. Believe me , it's not just Ford. Every vehicle made today harbors similar nitemares . The crime here is the poor renumeration paid for the 20+ hours this job actually took. Most techs today couldn't successfully do this job , much less in the 10.8hrs Ford allowed.
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  362. Why do the O.E. Rockers and beehive springs appear similar to GM LS engine parts ? Do they interchange?
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  363. The Internet Moms must note every fault their perfection perceives. If for no other reason than to hear the beating of their gums together, &/or fingers clicking their keyboard keys.
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  364. Recall recent show on large freighters breaking up due to age corrosion and faulty build/design. Poor inspection/repair policies led to major catastrophes
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  365. What a fine bunch of sweetheart's we have here , trying to make the world a better place.......
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  366. Normal in Toyota's
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  367. Hummer's more probs than Mongoose @ Cobra Rally. Nothing that $$$ can't fix.
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  368. Sounds like cause of current Global Economic Situation. Election of Personal to highest level of Incompetence
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  369. Probably OK with normal use. It's hi RPM vibration that shakes stuff loose.
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  370. Repairs on vehicle's with 'modified' emissions is a 'Slippery Slope' of EPA regs. Diesel Bros got their Tally Wackered big time over EPA mods
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  371. Ya to that. Diesel only makes sense in commercial/industrial apps. Eventually they'll be banned from inner cities as they already are in most of Europe due to their long carbon molecules. The leading cause of breathing diseases in young children living in crowded cities.
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  372. Only Toyota has a successful CVT. It has a separate launch gear to give normal Toyota 300,000 mile service. There's no excuse for selling expensive Junk to unsuspecting Pubic.
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  373. Grate tip for DIY'ers. Thanks
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  374. Driver was just doing check out maneuvers before an actual Darwin Award run.
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  375. Safety Tip Y'all Never Test Air Bag holding it with your teeth. ..... Ear Splitting Headache possible
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  376. Ya, 2 bad VW caught with pants @ ankles on Diesel Gate Affair. No longer import any diesel to USA since couldn't pass emissions here anyway. Eventually diesel passenger vehicles will be non existent as their health hazards are exposed to be about like smoking tobacco. Nicotine is useful however . Used in gun darts it can bring down any mammal instantly no matter where it's hit
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  377. I wouldn't have allowed it into my bay. Had Nitemare all over it
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  378. AKA : SPIN FACTOR
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  379. Ran over errant Railroad Spike , on make rdy , road test of Mustang with then Latest Nu Good Deal TRX [metric] forged alum whls. Spike had the audacity to punch thur tire and wheel far enuf to damage disk brake caliper as it stuck in place. Long faces @ dealership as costs mounted.
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  380. SS personal would never make public statements about actions. Shooter apparently realized he'd be sacrificed and had little room for error getting into position , and completing his task. His exit precluded knowing success.
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  381. Factory quit putting ampmeters in vehicles eons ago. Only voltmeters, if anything since age of alternators dawned.
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  382. Firestone went bankrupt over this deal and is now a wholly owned Bridgestone subsidiary. Another major USA mfg lost to foreign entities.
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  383.  @brianstough5286  Many thanks for extensive info. That said, I'm not a Brand specific fan. I gravitate towards 'best Bang for Buck' @ lowest cost. As 1970s line tech @ midwest ford dlr, fixed/replaced many 2.3s for cold scored cyls after bean counters eliminated con rod spit hole oiling. Also lots of Cleveland style modified's for coolant cracks in lifter valley. Thot caused by poor iron alloy, suspect casting techniques. Every mfg has their 'turkeys'. The 1st 700r4's were junk, often case destroyed by exploded planetary. Don't know if cad ever built a 4100 that lasted out of warranty. Tech friend quit cad when 4.1 short block replacement time dropped below 7 hrs.I Stayed clear of nasty, smelly Diesels. Thats commercial stuff to me. Ya , 2 valve Mod motors ok but took boatloads of cash to make more power. Read Triton design was last minute 'Hurryup' attempt for power as 2 valve LS engines ran away w/HP crown. Hence incomplete development with goofy plugs that oft seperated upon removal. Thankfully GM developed LS engine 10 yrs before they went broke on 2007, and the world is better for it. Proof that others gave up too soon on best compact V8 design thats also most simple & inexpensive big HP engine yet. Ford brought back 7.3 push rod ICE for 2020 F250 up non diesel option that's just a large LS clone with similar prodigious power and reliability . The 1995 LT1 powered police Caprice and Rodentmaster Wgns were my favorite drivers 20 Years ago. Good power, comfortable rides. 1966 F100 Camper Spl i bought in 1978 is Original FE 352 V8 with 'Walkin Granny' 1st gear stick and OE Dana 60 Sure Grip 3.50 axel that I still use for heavy stuff . I put PS and Power Disc brakes on it for safer operation. Also switched it to GM Q-jet and HEI distributor years ago. It's another of my 10mpg group that includes 1976 Olds Custom Cruiser Wagon. 3 Functional Toyota GT 5spd rwd Celicas that aren't much fun in heavy traffic. Perfer 1988 Camry AOD wgn these days for that. No brand loyalty here for sure , just stuff thats fairly dependable with few needed repairs.
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  384. Yuge Tires ok ....but, Too Munch Wheel Offset Leverage on bearings, ball joints are Recipe for Disaster. Owner fortunate not responsible for Wreck,injuries, wrongful death, etc. This type modification always I'll advised. Also makes vehicle steer, handle erratically.
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  385. Ya , Kool the Turbo Bearings....... Don't Coke Them....!
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  386.  @tonedcos  That's a Miracle
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  387. Ya., the Bucko 455 is a big bore , short stroke screamer that also had decent heads. NHRA factored them @ 10-20% mo HP than OE claimed.
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  388. Nothing wrong with C4s folks. But oh what (not) fun fixing LT1/4 engines is. Overheated means it Must be removed and stripped bare for inspection. All friction parts save crank(hopefully) will need replacement. If aluminum head warped (likely) good reason to substitute AFR or similars and abit more roller cam should put it over 400 crank HP and still be fun Street action. Someone will expend 50-70 hrs (or more) just to fix and reinstall the engine. You want to use impeccable parts , because these engines are extremely labor intensive to do any fix. At least it's not in a Camero.......
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  389. Ya, Junk is as Junk Does. Most consumers prefer reliability like the big 2 of Japan provide. Always money ahead in the long run
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  390. Comments about this shop as one of few capable of consistant quality don't bode well for public opinion of rampant incompetence in the vehicle repair industry.
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  391. Major Maintenance Malfeasance Skullduggery Afoot to Disguise the Evidence
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  392. Not on a KIA. But it did go 150k b4 twas run without oil.
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  393. You can make better wages @ Starbucks these days. Far cry from techs paid half of labor decades ago. That's what helped me to retire above US poverty line
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  394. Heads Will Roll Musical Chairs Game Ensues @ Board of Inquiry
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  395. Ya, error code do to lo oil level has subliminal message about damaged connecting rod brngs ! Restoring oil level mite dismiss code , but won't fix mechanical engine damage.
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  396. Excellent Coyote 5.0 is evidence of GM Genius developing LS/LT with K.I.S.S. theory . Not only half as pricey, but in displacements to 7L. FoMoCo's 2020 Godzilla got them back in the HP/Displacement, simplicity program. More use of it would be good for repower markets, tho.
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  397. Ray's gettin too many Flaky customers. Shop's Service Writer needs to step up game , weed out or sell needed work. Shop needs up diagnosis fees. At least an hour per each complaint, to make techs time worthwhile. Helps cut down flakes when quality info goina cost good money. Kinda like when you go to see a Dr.
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  398. Well , your shop did the right thing giving cust what he asked for then
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  399. Competent is what yee seek. Far and Fewer are available each week as the oldies are sent to pasture/Happy Hunting Grounds. Shop's trying to pay techs less and less only make sure few want to pursue this difficult work. Salvage yards already full of the unwrecked that lack access to skilled techs. Sign of the times
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  400.  @jilbertb  Ya , but your advice is still solid
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  401. Tru That !
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  402. Rather have model of weapon Crooks used !
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  403. Ya, these issues are the Achilles Heel of Subarus. Most fokes go Toyota as next step......
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  404.  @rick980  Ya , Your doing a good job . See , Ray's paying attention and appreciates the concerns.
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  405. Subaru Engines have same inherent weakness split case motors share. Bore, crank brng dimensions distort .002 or more @ hi HP outputs. Available solutions will improve reliability. MotoIQ has short on theirs. Expect 5 figure costs.
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  406. Worth a try if cust will pay weather it works or not. Kinda Unlikely !
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  407. Most 'Wierd' electrical problems are 'Ground' related !
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  408. Ingnorance are bliss , eh
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  409.  @xj31  u r screwed if u don't have exactly 56.000#
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  410. No doubt works if it doesn't shatter. Mite be a tad hazardous for most techs to learn technique, probably why no auto repair shops have a setup
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  411. That's cause it was under a yuge load.....
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  412. Vintage Van has held up well to Hard Use. A few thou $$ now probably less costly than replacement
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  413. Why quit now ?
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  414. Bobby Darin – Splish Splash Lyrics Bing bang, I saw the whole gang. Dancing on my living room rug, yeah. Flip flop, they was doing the bop.
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  415. A handy Lysol spray is good friend to fend off Virol Spirits with on the great unknown of vehicle interiors
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  416. Paying for it probably not much fun , either
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  417. Was only $3,000 in 2021 !
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  418. Another Nissan-chyrsler of Japan, snatched from the jaws of the recycling industry............. For maybe about a week !
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  419. Sketchy
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  420. 1st up is black oil that tells of no Maintenance Then .015" Frt 2 Back block deck ht variation tells obvious story that incompetence after GM built it is involved. A GM factory new LS3 with marine tune least costly reliable solution.
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  421. Is This Ship even close in value to extraordinary cable fix costs ?
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  422. Ya , I'll bet. Everything underneath must be torched off and replaced
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  423. Is It True that Excess Oil consumption also poisons Catatleptic Converters ????
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  424. Dishonest seller is the only culprick here. Car make shouldn't even be mentioned, having nothing to do with the discvered fraud.
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  425. Tarrif Chair Game is Giving US Gov't an "Unstable" Global rep. That One Human is capable of and is altering the well-being of the other 8.2 Billion without any oversight is foolish at best. That same man can impose draconian port fees on China mfg ships on whim seems equally unwise. The economic injuries and mistrust of US will take years to rectalfy . At least he seems to be enjoying the 'Wizard of Oz' crown
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  426. Your chances of goal achievement are excellent in this case. Why buy nu when the old still runs ?
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  427. A Ten Cent car with $5000 repairs
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  428. Miata does have redundant safety backups. Motorcycles... Not so much . Only lighting can help their visibility. Even that won't help with half of 'drivers' gazing into their 'Dingle-Berries' searching for like minded fools.
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  429. Than What ?
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  430. Subframe is only acceptable Shop Level fix. Anything else invites expensive reprisal
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  431. Fred , wishing you speedy recovery. Just do whatever your PT Torchers say, take your pain control in advance.
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  432. Next up is expensive Bank Acct 'Tune Up'
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  433. Hope you find a good one. The few i road tested after maintenance fixes were impressively kwik.
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  434. Another reason Techs need high compensation
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  435. All Day
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  436. Ya, Tru That. Most Modern Euros are only fixed using Umbr $$$$ complete modules . That also require proprietary specialized tools ......
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  437. And mostly made with non Mopar parts too.
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  438. Took them off after filled with salty sweat. Shop servants a tad slo bringing up the replacements
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  439. Shop Music Suggestion! Can't UHear me knockin - Rolling Stones-
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  440. Ditto That
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  441. I made a good living 45 years as a tech , but it sur wasn't from fixing Toyotas
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  442. That exhaust sys is actually made from a Stainless Steel.......
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  443. Ya , on Dawn fix.
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  444. Not uncommon for BMW's getting scrapped vs expensive repair . If Repaired owners often trade shortly thereafter. Not just a BWW thing. Many Euro's suffer same fate in N.A.s exorbitant parts/labor costs. Especially if vehicle deemed long-term unreliable
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  445. Another Run A Muck Ram. Fiat's most profitable division. Here , hold my libation, while I make this jump into the Happy Hunting Grounds
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  446. C19 Cost Taxpayers over $8Trillion needless debt added to National deficit and over a Million needless deaths. The President announced in January 2020 there was only 1 case in USA and it was handled. Two months later USA went into Quarantine for the next 2 years
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  447. 3 New ultra hi end cars were on comparison test. One quit shifting. 4 hrs expended doing reflash via on-board up link later, vehicle was flat bedded to dlr shop where a replacement of internally damaged trans fixed the issue. No electronics, only tools were used on actual replacement. This scenario will be oft repeated as expanding world of A.I. baloney convinces owners , that their stuff can fix itself!
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  448. Ya. Shop's in need of a spiffer. Had a few @ CenTex dlr's I've worked. Kept place up and pushed dead stuff around. They were great. They also did owners home yard , landscape , pool etc. Ray will eventually see the cost efficiency as profit improves. Right now he's getting lotsa dregs to reincarnate that take excessive time , hence poor compensation ratios.
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  449. Is it suddenly open season on Facism ?
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  450. Expensive time consuming diagnosis,repair and costly parts xplain why many Jag/euros end short lives in salvage. Multiple issues before 100k help push many owners into bailing
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  451. Ya, your experience is a kinda normal Toyota thing. The broken crank is unusual. I like to use quality aftermarket dampers if lotsa hi RPM use planned.
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  452. Excellent Evidence of need for a TrueTrac , Eh
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  453. Cool Tool I hadn't seen before. Ratchet strap was all i had till axed to retyre.
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  454. These ships do provide Habitat if they sink , but also increase pollution as the 'Nasty's' leach. Miniscule pollution increases in Global waters are under consideration as cause of growing health defects in youth.
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  455. Stellantis Engineering goal of mfg'g components needing frequent repair/replace is a profitable success !
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  456. If what you say bout china tires tru , They would actually have phenominal Traction.........
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  457. Never seen tires self true . Always had to use trueing equipment .
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  458.  @inoahmann7542  reversing tire rotation (on aged especially ) can lead to catastrophic failures per NTSB. Tire truing/shaving is only method I've seen that actually solves rough/OOR tire issues.
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  459.  @inoahmann7542  Ya. That's no longer recco'd. Remember that's from the Pre-Radial time period. Only Front to back now advised. You may have noticed many new radial tyres have directional markers in sidewall for that reason and tread designed to grip best in that direction.
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  460. Ed's the best. Miss his usa show bunches. Many hopes good fortune rains on him plentifully as well it should
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  461. Obvious Crash + Fire. Engine has salavagable parts, possibly fixable.....Occupants during Sudden STOP.....Not so much ,
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  462. Proof Positive.Nothing lasts 4ever
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  463. Stellantis Engine Engineering is Slightly Sketchy
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  464. As a Mechanic, I thot I'd see a Unicorn before an honest customer.........
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  465. What's a pooch-o ?
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  466. This Too , Will Come 2 Pass
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  467.  @jaroslawkanski7180  Then you know what good engineering is.
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  468. Sketchy Engineering = Sketchy Reliability
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  469. Ya, 4.0s actually holdover from AMC 4.2 of yore. Cyl heads and blocks interchange allowing FI update on old AMC JEEP engines or slight displacement increase on newer jeeps !
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  470.  @hau5muzeek  In reality, but not necessarily realistically, every machine is eternally repairable. The current US Air Force B-52 , in service since 1950s as an example 😎, has been ok'd through the 2040s. Grandsons of original pilots now fly metal over 70 yo. A well funded budget is all it takes to aquire/make parts and pay the craftsmen.
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  471.  @hau5muzeek  Time to resurrect the 2JZ at least as a crate unit would be nice. Methinks sales would be impressive.
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  472. This seems a MB factory created nitemare, handed off by selling MB dealer to MB private shop now handed off to Machine shop. All handee's are getting a full dose of MB exclusivity. Sorta like a Poison Apple.
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  473. In this case , it's always more than vehicle's resale value.
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  474. Are y'all full time Techs ?
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  475. WRX's with LS Conversion run Excellent
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  476. Ya , and with impunity
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  477. Extremely Doubtful
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  478. Hope your Volvo does as well....
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  479. Comments on 7.3 Godzilla internal failures are unsubstantiated by 1st hand experiences. AKA : Internet B.S. Aftermarket support is ramping up despite low production compared to LS/LT. Crates are available in $7,500 range (Jegs, etc) are popular for prodigious HP potential and even larger displacement than LS/LT can provide (about 7.4l max)
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  480. Rays shop obviously lacks the equipment to do this job efficiently and safely
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  481. Wealthy Republicans have exploited non citizens as low cost labor since Slavery ended in USA. Lotsa Lip Service has flowed about this oxymoron since WWII. Each fresh wave of enthusiastic Deportation since then has faded quickly as economic realities rise over political banter
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  482. Is Intense Heat from Turbo area causing common 2-3 head gasket failures ???? Eh
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  483. Let us know what this wonderous vehicle is , to have survived such a fierce scalding , and yet still be in daily service.
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  484. Ya , Taurus SHO Yamaha built motors highly sought. V8s were sur fun on test drives. Believe they also did quad cam Corvette Z motor (also engineering prize)
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  485. Common problem related to changing wheel offset.
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  486. You really think Ray's that unaware?
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  487. Runted out of oil
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  488. Engines of little demand, but produced in large quantities indicate good reliability
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  489. Total costs incurred by all involved on this mystery would be sizable if all time and parts were accurately billed.
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  490. Lotsa Speculation Here but no engineering reports on watt's causing obvious oil/pressure related fail on this half decade old issue ? Sadly the Car mags that told us how to fix 1st deactivation fails are all gone now. The performance industry hasn't Voiced any concerns when these same engines are modified for competition
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  491. If crank is still straight and frt maine journel isn't worn , the logical diagnosis is upward belt tension. A classic Example for Engine Service Guides.
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  492. US President is a Man of Many Words. And also of Reversing alota them. Trust in USA commitments won't return during this Term. Few will Sail US Investment here until there's a Steady Hand @ the Helm.
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  493. Barr did an excellent job protecting Trump from Criminal actions, but couldn't be a party to treason. That's when he resigned.
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  494. Ya, tho Ian was jus Mom Nature's normal agenda and usual occurance , for bipeds tis a disaster. Floridians know well, they're either recovering from or preparing for the nx one.
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  495. 2025 : Over Half of US Engineering School Grads are foreign Nationals. 1950s: Nearly All US Engineering School Grads are US citizens.... Watt Happened ? As 60s faded, US Gov't got more involved in primary ed curriculum, gutting minimum achievement levels as complaints about too munch homework grew Net results: 2days US Primary Ed Curriculum is only an extension of Infant Child Care and yuge part of why a convicted felon was elected US president
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  496.  @sumduma55  @ that point it would have been less expensive to just set it on fire. Properly billed for all Ray's diagnostic moves at current rates , this should have been several $$$$hundreds. How often have you had to spend hrs gleaming thur data stream in search of a .001 sec glitch. I was a bigger fan of Ye Ol Tree fallbak 'Replace with known good part' For Moi, it worked 90%+ of these nitemares . In this particular case , history of vvt actuators would have been a good clue to start with. No doubt you'd have done similar checks for likely suspects.
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  497. Smashed up condenser should have been recco'd for replacement too. This one probably cut 5° off max cooling due yo airflo restriction Also affects radiator cooling. A complaining customer may eat the parts but expect shop to absorb 3,4 hrs labor since it wasn't done while it was out. Always pays shop to cover all usual liability angles . 45:47 45:47 45:47
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  498. Major Maintenance Malfeasance ruined another long life engine.
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  499. Current US Gov't Adm seems convinced all their trade related edicts will have instant positive economic impact. The US State Dept , for years, actively encouraged many US Industries to move production to non industrial countries in promotion of USA largesse . Reversal wiĺl require faith of capital investors in a Stable USGov't Tax and Trade law that's currently absent.
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  500. The old BOAT Method. (Break Out Another few Thousand$$$$) Proven means of successful repairs
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  501. Kool Swap . That probably changed the car's entire character
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  502. How it Got Disabled Immaterial to great profits it's recovery provides.
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  503. Was actually nest for customers pet Mamba........
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  504. CAUTION : These cars ADDICTIVE. I kept a 1998 GT I'd bought for profit for over a year after replacing its damaged motor with then available FOMOCO 2004 PI crate engine. 4spd AutoOD with hydroboost brakes. The extra 50HP was too much fun.
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  505. Some people's can make stuff last and sum can destroy the same in 10 minutes.
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  506. Mfg's increasingly require expensive propietary tools that have limited model use that techs need to buy. Also increasingly shop's are paying techs a smaller portion of the labor dollar. Yuge cause of the competent techs shortage 2day. Then there's the customer side of the equation. Ya, there's always dishonest shop's , but the biggest factor increasingly is the uninformed (?) etc, customer trying to get someone else to pay for vehicle repairs. Ray and similar have highly honed skills, not unlike an orthopedic surgeon. But Ray and similar don't often get to work on the same make, model often. They must be adaptable to scores of others. That these folks aren't treasured as physicians are is another reason they're getting rare.
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  507. Ya, Owner/Mgmt accidentally on purpose overlooked lotsa warnings. Similar to trumps C19 approach
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  508. Stellantis chose to discontinue these V8s after 2023 , rather than developing them as FoMoCo and GM have. Kinda puts Chrysler/Ram behind the 8ball on competitive V8 ICE's ,eh
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  509. Ya , but doesn't that stuff have to be fixed right to pass FAA INSPT?
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  510. Ya. Senor Ray made slick work of this frame change, fixing the nitemares someone else created
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  511.  @irishscotlad  probably
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  512. Fixing stuff over 10 YO is called 'Restoration' with commensurate labor charges , of coarse
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  513. Thankful, Ray Iz , 4 all the Stellantis junk so many revere. Continuously pouring boatloads of Ca$h into. One man's treasure is also the bait keeping his bank account close to mty !
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  514. Thats Good
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  515. Russia is a Terrorist Nation controlled by a Web of KGB Terrorists whose idea of economics is based on overtaking other nations.
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  516.  @williesmacker  And your point is ?
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  517. A veritable Rube Goldberg design of planned disaster.
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  518. Mom Nature's been Generous with Florida weather lately. Seems Folks there are Eternally in recovery from the next storm.
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  519. It was the crushing blow of instantaneous demolecularization.
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  520. Shop and you won't make aliving fixin junk w/junk. Not to mention neverending re cks.
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  521.  @barrygrodzienski4102  Your guardian angel was doing yoemans duty that day to keep you gracing Mother Earth .
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  522. All of Mike' Dumas facts on Tech personal shop tools are True....... and yuge factors that's created E Norm Us Tech shortages. Not likely fixed soon as Employers seek Gov't assistant in keeping compensation @ Slavery levels.
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  523. Customers often test new brakes w/Max Effort Stops, instantly overheating rotors , pads and ruining them. New Brakes , new Engines , requires only normal use 1st 500 miles
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  524. While that's not good , it shouldn't have any brng on stated issue.. Unless there's Zero in the oil pan. In Which case the solution would be simple (but pricey)
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  525. Wow. A flakey BuckO owner and a highly proprietary BMW in need of $2-$3000 unobtainium repairs. Not a great start to a profitable day. Bucko needs at least hr ck out. BMW minimum should B 2. Proper diagnosis fees are key to keeping this industry nobel. When's the last time your family Dr. discounted their Fees ?
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  526. Pure Incompetence
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  527. More Euro overly complex, ultra pricey transportation.
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  528. ​ @Michael-rg7mx  In that case everything up to and including the orifice should be replaced, unless you're a gambler with customer comebacks
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  529. Interesting that many more NonMopar things actually get fixed here , isn't it ! Meanwhile (as background vid shows ) Multitudes of Mopars await their final journey for recycling .........
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  530. Great way to salvage a good engine. Thanks 4 tip.
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  531. Extreme Risk of failure here reeks of Reckless Endangerment ( in the realm of many US State Laws)
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  532. Equipment existing then could have pulled the end up to surface air since it was longer than it's depth . Putin never responded to the offers.
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  533. EZ to see lotsa Chaos , Confusion, Endless Litigation in years ahead. Murphy's Law of Unintended Consequences likely pevails w/pain and suffering for millions of US citizens here .
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  534. Isn't always all about 'ME' ?
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  535.  @999benhonda  These grimey , slimey , viral days, Shop should be providing yuge supplies of Lysol (or equivalent) to techs, vehicle handlers, etc for their health protection, subsequent liability issues...
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  536. Was this a profitable recovery ?
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  537. 45's 1st term saw $8Trillion needless debt added to deficit over C19 fiasco. He left office w/10million add'l unemployed and the economy in Recession. Hopefully, Murphy's Law of Unintended Consequences doesn't raise up again.
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  538. Never Race UR daily driver. U'll do alota walking !
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  539. ​@0101-s7v Tanks should be full for long trip to Britain. Were they?
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  540. Dealer charges $4-600 for this . Tech makes less than $100 , but provides all but the parts to make it happen.
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  541. Incompetence was involved
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  542. Wow, cost of fuel system fix probably exceeds vehicle value. This apparently Common CT4 failure jades any economic advantage of diesel use.
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  543. Ya to That. All the rusty crud warrents total new replacements
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  544. At Seven P.M. a main hatchway caved in, he said Fellas, it's been good t'know ya The captain wired in he had water comin' in And the good ship and crew was in peril.
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  545. Only a Vacuum 'Sucks'... Wrong Parts are Time Bandits
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  546. This short reaffirmed excellent decision to avoid anything Diesel in 45 yr tech career. Heavier parts and hard to scrub away smell offered no interesting challenges. Besides, plenty of young guns around to fix em cause they think diesel is kool
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  547.  @forgetfulme1719  Winners never Quit.
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  548.  @johndesaavedra1040  Possibly Tru in this situation, but rare in the industry. Not many service providers can afford decreased profit in today's inflationary economy.
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  549. All packing materials will be reused !
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  550. Me Too
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  551.  @petermcilroy3224  Ya , there's an idea who's time has come !
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  552.  @spaceflight1019  vv
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  553. @Minivan Lifestyle Sur hope so, still Ray's getting way too many Flaky cust passes on recco'd fixs. Many that are safety critical. Folks living nearby his shop had best check their health and life ins policies are up to date.
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  554. @Minivan Lifestyle News to Me. I've yet to see Ray do any fix,not completely within a customers expectations &/or shop's liability constraints based on my miniscule 45 yrs as a tech. Ex: I used to actually rebuild staters , alternators,CV Axles, etc til parts and labor costs made that unreasonably more expensive than outright replacement .
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  555. @Minivan Lifestyle Doubt it. How old was the Rad. The plastic deteriorates with heat cycles and age. 10 -15 yrs replacement is a good call in my experience.
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  556. @Minivan Lifestyle that was a 9 yr old commercial vehicle with 200k. Since it only makes money running, the owner would gladly keep it on the road instead of another untimely fix for a cratered rad . When you're in this business you have to give up your personal viewpoints and consider what the customers agenda is. Only a fool wouldn't have replaced the Rad in this case.
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  557. Geez, from what I saw , lack of maintenance played yuge in original problem source 35000mi used motor crudded to the point of poor performance seems sketchy
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  558. Don't push old brake fluid back through ABS / BRAKE M/CYL .... unless you enjoy replacing those units too. Dump it through open caliper bleeds.
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  559. Internet Moms. Pretty sure Ray's familiar with All the Quirks, possibilities of this procedure. That said, good idea to replace all suspension hardware with OE or better anytime rusty project's getting said replacements , eh.
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  560. The vaunted LS . I started buying them after realizing they'll be in high demand for the next century or 2. Alum blocks , even more so . Super Compact[fit in anything] , Inexpensive High HP potential. All 4.8 -5.3 iron bloks easily bore to 3.90 LS1 5.7 spec.[$400 in Austin Tx] . If you don't have one , get it kwik , keep it dry. Lithium spray is a good long term preservative.
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  561. Oil Filter had nothing to do with this failure. Neither did design or mfg of Engine. Completely Owner/Op Abuse/poor upkeep. Oil Filter ,of course, catches Broken junk after oil pump sucks it from the pan. Removal of RPM limiter wasn't a good idea
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  562. Grandpa was just funing you
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  563. Cat failure rare on Toyota here. Any clue as to common cause in Roo land.
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  564. Design Decision Defines Absurdity
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  565. Sometimes, less than all the details, is ok.
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  566.  @leexgx  Hope you find suitable replacement. If TDI's aren't available, Corolla's also hold up ok.
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  567. It's those traits the uncouth don't want around their lair of incompetence .
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  568. Attempted Ins/Warranty job. Run w/o oil on purpose
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  569. Never happen-they run forever
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  570. Not to mention, most R annoying
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  571. President Musk/trump consortium ensure endless entertainment of chaos based commerce decisions exploring Inflation and Recession's effects on Global economics.
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  572. Sludge attack SeZ all. Only liability free solution is a fresh Engine , eh.
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  573. Always move seats for best access. Too many sit with nose on steering whl. If it won't move and it's declined, move on to next in line Don't waste time on sketchy customers.
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  574. Creature was Collateral Damage in Offrodent Adventure thur Boulder, Colorado or Barney Rubble's hometown of Bed Rock.
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  575. Russia and USA crafting Ukraine peace without their input is wasted time. NATO's the only way to keep Russia @ bay. Without NATO protection, Russia will attack again as they will any Non NATO neighbors. Ukraine has been working on NATO alliance since 1991. An elected Premier torpedoed the application in 2014, was impeached just before Russia attacked Crimea section of Ukraine. Ukraine is a Sovereign Independent country thanks to Republican President Ronald Regan's actions in 1980s , ending the Soviet Union. Most of former 'soviet satellite' countries became NATO members, knowing it kept Russia from attacking.
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  576. No doubt the first of many Ocean Side Oldies to Bite the Dust now that this catastrophic event has happened . Structural Engineers will find similar deterioration in many over 20 yrs old that lack salt air sealing.
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  577. Kids @ work should have their own projects , like hand sanding some of the family relics for a fresh recoat. Learning the trade from the ground up .
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  578. You have air compressor and don't have a blo gun . Definitely get one
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  579. Apparently suspicion of US Gov't High Level Apointee's Incompetence is rising as their handiwork enters public domain, eh
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  580. Mr. Bill led a charmed life. Successfully returned to 3D many times after squished & flattened
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  581. Wise Move .....
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  582. Never Buy vehicle used on salted roads if you live below Mason-Dixon line. Even if was one winter season. That or don't pay more than 60% of normal wholesale.
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  583. The shortage of competent, experienced Techs is exacerbated daily as
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  584.  @godblesshamas  All part of USA primary ed agenda where little to nothing is actually learned. No longer is rote memorization required for language, math or science knowledge retention. Writing's no longer required, but unearned self esteem is reinforced just for showing up. Hence large numbers of limited skills folks now inundate today's workforce
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  585. Actual Global Economic Loss over $Trillion or more as munch of it was 1,000's of yrs permanent
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  586. Somewhere, Calculators are smoking hot, running up the costs numbers on just this Wreck. 1st is rescue, then environmental damage mitigation, then recovery, then repair & salvage, then loss of service costs , then liability claims for various economic and wrongful deaths costs. The Suez Canal blockage thing of a few yrs ago ran over a $Billion USD I've read, just on Egypt's recovery and Fee losses .
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  587. Methinks your idea would hold good if water jackets OK. Were it mine , I,d sure give the old college try.
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  588. Good Q bout keeping veh powered up during batt replace. An expensive lesson on a Euro was it's radio had to be reflashed after said exchange cause it thot it was stolen... Anyone else run into nasty similars , pipe in and let us all know what's toxic.
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  589. Watt would the costs in Machine Shop Service and Quality parts be to fix this Coyote? Wood it need Darton sleeves? Labor wood be 40-60 hrs @ $100 - $200
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  590. This is only 'say so' Jibberish until there's substantiated evidence (I didn't see any here , nor could I find any) Jumping 2 Conclusions is good exercise, eh.
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  591. Another testament to how tuf the rods and pistons actually are. No rod yet invented would survive this Hydro lock event. Lack of maintence on top of hard use didn't help. Change your oil every 3-4k
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  592. Oh What a Tangled Web we Weave, When 1st we attempt to Modify...... Very Expensive Fix......
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  593. Believe me there aren't many who can keep up with Ray , no matter what verbage. You know better than most this skill set is only acquired thru hands on experience
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  594. Who covers all the labor here if the customer isn't charged?
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  595. Was this T valve a fix for engine 'Run Away' ????
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  596. R/T = Rodent Tracker
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  597. The Old Worn Check Ball trick ....? Common prob in other GMs . Fixed 6l80 w plate/ck ball update kit. Ya , Valve Body must come out
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  598. Fords and Japan's vehicles seem to have grasped module design better than most.
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  599. Ya.. nu tyres woulda been a good add b4 Align. Old's undoubtedly chopped up & noisy. While good upkeep's expensive, tis always cheaper than a Casket ride that lasts forever.......
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  600. Pretty tuf to diagnose without visual/hands on. Kinda like doing a haircut over the phone. If u live close to Ray's work , drag it over, otherwise a competent 4wd shop near u will work. Fer sur, something is loose.
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  601. Most Human Catastrophes R the Overlapping of 2 or more Failures . This will be no Different . The survivor will likely be elevated to Deity status .
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  602. Nice thing about Datsun/Nissian stuff for techs is the yuge amts of service ops they offer due to lack of complete engineering development in comparison to their Japanese competitors, Eh. Say it ain't so , but resale values and Consumer Reports tell us the tale is Tru.
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  603. Greenland is NATO. US Air Force Base Thule has been there since 1950
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  604. Some take half hour. Sum take all day
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  605.  @nottelling4828  Hey , Why Not ? What else did u have to get done anyway ? Making stuff expensive to fix is the road to selling more nu stuff. Much of what's in salvage yards today isn't badly damaged[if @ all] Owner jus decided to move on or walk.
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  606. Obviously designed to B a service item. Dlr probably has 5 in stock
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  607.  @Jimleben  Fabrication Good. Engineering, not so much
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  608. The old skool way is still the Way.
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  609. These are days of Roses for this shop. Monster repair invoices create yuge cash flo to keep well oiled shop humming.
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  610. Tis esay enuf , tho time consuming. Drain master resivior and refill, then Gravity bleed each wheel til clear , but don't let the master get empty or you'll be there all year .
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  611.  @davidrasch3082  Tru that. Bi annual brake fluid flush cuts down on internal rust.
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  612. Repairs on anything past OE warranty should be @ 2x labor guide , minimum. Reasoning based that labor guides are set on brand new (and oft previously partly disassembled ) vehicle.. And That's The Truth.
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  613. The Rich don't daily drive olden luxury vehicles
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  614. @thesponge836  World about to see your advice in action as Satan's nu Fed crew takes over in DC
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  615. Actually seems a well engineered and over 200K engine. Little wonder they have few complaints. No-Oil monster strikes again
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  616. Any internal diesel engine damage requires massive cash infusion for long term resurrection !
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  617. Rock has good ones for a bit less
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  618. Hard to believe any of you still alive
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  619. Denmark / Greenland are original NATO members
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  620.  @MAn-ti3ul  I've found most shop probs are incompetent help vs actual intent to commit fraud. Ya, outcome's the same. Current shortage of experienced Techs is lots greater than industry says. Unlikely to improve, expecting good Techs to work for McDonald's wages.
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  621.  @Sudburysid  Louisiana Cajun's mite help out Sudbury pal with engineering tricks. They raise homes yearly , just to keep the alligators out.
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  622. No Economists see this latest spasm by President Musk's frontman as anything but a child waving a loaded machine gun found in the toy box. Gasoline jumped .30 in CenTex 2day. (2/3/2025)
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  623. His campaign is refocusing Wall agenda towards trump personal survival . Old Quebec City won't hold a candle to Mar a Lago planned encapsulation
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  624. Nissan dropped this option after 2019 due to several reliability issues. 10cents a lb is good price guide for used models now-a-days
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  625. Not a vehicle for the 'Thin of Wallet' !
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  626. That's Fine. Don't mind lack of trust in many customers. Prefer not to repair theirs. Much rather they go where they feel comfortable. Busy enuf with non psychos these days ĺ
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  627. Jumping to Conclusions is Good Exercise for Fools. Most Boomers know this isn't the first Gov't Purge that's been tried and Ukraine isn't the first nation Russia attacked since WWII. Poland joined NATO in 1999 to block further Russian intrusions. Previous purges have started with similar bluster until their authors had access to the 'Till'. Throwing Ukraine leader under the Bus after disparaging him as 'Dicktator' who started the Russian Invasion can only be the mark of the current US Presidency . History shows these approaches don't go well for average citizens.
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  628. Does this now create Expectation Nitemares for other shops , not to mention only billing 30hrs labor for a 90hr job. Need for Specialized equipment is also glossed over , ain't it , eh.
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  629. Master Blaster & Booster R Toast Worn tyre is Std 'Nearer 2 Thee, My God' edition..... But another Flaky customer has wasted Ray's expertise. Looking for a busier Shop in a better 'Hood' mite be best. This one's getting way too many 'No Sells'
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  630.  @Gerardus1970  your last sentence on handling this type customer is best solution .
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  631. Advise Cust cost could include cyl head(s) removal... Then move on to profitable work.
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  632. Xactly why Ford developed 7.3 L gas pushrod option to replace Mod V10 in 2020 F250-up.Its 430HP 475 Torque
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  633.  @rayner226  That would be Criminal
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  634.  @eddymahon1503  No way such legislation would ever be abused , Eh.
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  635. Now We Know the Limits of That .
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  636. Toyota had similar issues on 2.4 after oil ring drainage design change in pistons. Believe New Piston/Rod/Brng assemblies were the (est $3,000-$5,000) Warranty repair that fixed excess oil use in 08 Rav4 , still in use. It's oil was changed @ 5k intervals .
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  637. There was a time , not that long ago , when an external cycling switch and hi pressure switch were the only compressor cycling devices. Would have been tempting just to use only the nu Temp sensor from the new evap unit to fix this prob since you knew that's all that was needed.
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  638. Shooter either had complete knowledge of building setup (most likely) or incredibly fortunate to avoid detection before completing task (most unlikely)
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  639. Another Multiple Hand Off deal that has a bad feel to it.
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  640. Only Experience and Advanced Skills and Tools allow any tech the possibility of kwiker job completion than MFG time est's. These Factors are aquired at the Techs expense of training cost , personal time, & cash outlay for personal tools. Thus, Value of any correct repair is always the same, no matter how much time is involved
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  641. In Rad Trans coolers worked OK 7 decades so fa. Replacing plastic tank ones every decade should be normal maintenance
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  642. Very Rube Goldberg inspired Engineering
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  643. Shop needs to keep it's stuff rdy for all services Techs can provide or watch the good ones move on.
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  644. ​ @willsrestorations  , mostly it adds cost
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  645.  @danr1920  that's when GM had lotsa cash to put in all sorts of Trik stuff. .
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  646. trump Federal Hiring Freeze not helpful for replacing understaffed Air Traffic positions.
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  647. Considerable expense @40+K. Reminds not to buy mo complexity than one's needs. Most 4wd purchased see less than 10% of life engaged. A hefty weight to lug, feed add'l fuel to and complexity to possibly service. Most nu 2wd's will do most off road needs with ECU traction/stability control .
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  648.  @stringbeanrg  Happy your able to ply your trade again. Never had to fix Nasty As diesels in 45 yr career, so I feel blessed having escaped man killing toxic smelly chemicals , body crushing parts. Did lotsa internal gas engine repair, rebuild in 60's - 70s til unleaded fuel put a stop to all that slop. Then lighter fare of carbs, distributors, various leaks , then onto ECU control and EFI through early teens til I was axed to step aside. Was fun while it lasted. Now fix customer fun cars @ hm
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  649. Starter may not be long for this world........
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  650. U Can't have too munch vehicle safety stuff when off roading. The wisdom of doorless or arm restraintless travel is nebulous.
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  651. Any piece of 'working' rubber over 5yo is suspect, should be replaced
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  652. Verifying diesel cetane number requires lab testing. Only long term use w/accurate figures and use notes could give an inkling as to an additives benefits. If you have access to Premium Diesel's 45-55 cetane, use several tanks to see what it does for MPG. Switch back to 40-46 cetane fuel with chosen additives for comparison
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  653.  Darth Vader  higher cetane no. should lower NoX formation if chemists R 2 believed. I agree that any changes in perf or mpg would require lab equipment to verify as they'd B miniscule. Realistically, wouldn't higher cetane fuel be the norm if it produced noticed improvement ?
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  654. Just another well trained moocher. Knows the folks leave lunch scrapes and mite toss some good stuff its way.
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  655. Methinks Key demo is continuous (as possible) until original shipping channel open. Then workers may get a break. Surprised if special tourist pkgs not yet available. Piece of Bridge collectables should sell well globally
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  656. Probably Tru, but most straight rear axels drop enuf for kwiker spring replacement anyway, I found.
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  657. Only 5'8", if seat was stuck were I couldn't get in , vehicle didn't get fixed till OnCall Munchkin tech arrived. Liked having seat max back and a window down for ez access and auto lockout in-bear-assment avoidance and saving contortionist abilities for hi pay under dash fixes.
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  658. Chicken Little wasn't lying this time. Even the Jet Set crowd wasn't kwik enough to Jet away from harms way. Human catastrophes require 2 or more failures fails to cross paths. This will be no different.
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  659. Ya . A few techs are killed by these things annually. More famous is the Broken Arm syndrome from driver watching cell phone whilst crashing and also requiring said device to be surgically removed from face.
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  660. Old Folks have grounds for Yuge Lawsuit & Settlement here. Tort lawyers will have a field day .
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  661. Skullduggery Afoot is always suspected when Boris & Natasha involved
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  662. Re; Previous notes on new parts that fail fast or don't work at all. Noticed this phenomenon happening more after 2007 recession when Chrysler and GM bankrupted. Since shop[ depended on OE parts for no comeback reputation , this was a noticeable setback.
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  663. This verifies all the Rumors that a Porsche is going to be expensive , one way or another........
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  664. Range Rover High Priced Mediocrity. Value drops 1/2 when driven off show floor. At 7 yo this one's worth 10 cents a pound tho mite get mo selling off parts.
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  665.  @rocxylemmon8535  nu booster will have 1
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  666. Well , Like , Ya , makes no difference where it's driven , it's a Toyota.
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  667.  @gratefuldale117  Beats Nothing
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  668.  @TriforceOfCourage97  Too Each it's own. As long as drive train lasts forever......
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  669. Germany , what's labor time on walnut decarboning, from running engine til running again.....? What specific equipment is used ?
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  670.  @flp376  Ya. On that goal. Excellent agenda. Everything I drive is over 25 yo and kept up by an old master tech , I only need to find and pay for parts which works well for me.
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  671. Rainman don't need any Interweb Mom's. He's already got one. And he knows what he's doing. Obviously !
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  672. All the 'Air Fresheners' tangling from the RV mirror indicate driver is affectionado of exotic herbs
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  673. E-Z to see how unexpected events become human tragedies if poorly maintained equipment and inexperienced crew combine
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  674. Nissian not known as Chrysler of Japan without good reason. Renault is their mother owner these daz. Why aren't they sold in NA anymore.....?
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  675. Only a Moron could break that robust part !
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  676. Another Needless repair expense for this customer created by the inexperienced. Thankfully for them Ray's effected a proper fix without knowing it's certain cause. Just dealing with this battery replacement is a 1-2 hr deal. Sum also have reinforcement struts that must not be discarded. The motor in this 'Rado is great. The rest of it, not as much. Does anyone need all these trinkets . Most seem designed to justify the 1st home type price and increase chances for expensive fixes before the avg note's paid.
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  677. Lotsa 'Lack Of's' involved in this Clam-ality !
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  678. Recovered cases and finer audio analysis will show one shooter
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  679. Looks like switch to big cube ICE engine (Godzilla, etc) is great cost effective damaged Diesel fix for many.
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  680. A Crank and Rod pair would fix this engine good as new.
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  681.  @stevewillard9836  Ya, but does your physician accept what you say another told you without question?
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  682.  @TJ-nr9cg  Was legal to drink alcohol while driving in Tx when I returned. Caveat was you couldn't crash or get caught drunk. Worked ok til common sense fled the scene. So not legal anymore. But at least it's still ok to crash/injure/maime , while working out solutions/games on my cellphone.
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  683. SS US as Yuge 'Flex Seal' project ?
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  684. Industrial Diesel Design for 3000 rpm , 100% loads is a different animal than ICE engines that spin past 6k , but usually little load. Each of this diesels cylinders is 1200cc !
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  685. Water caught in old wiring will come back to haunt you. Salt water will corrode much faster.
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  686. Any 5yo rubber part in a brake system should replaced to avoid disaster or recheck. At least have Recco on Wk Order to show Cust declined
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  687. Ya, they got a few unresolved problems. Engineering and product planning are 2.
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  688. Seems L-I batt lo v - no ch probs easily fixed with reflash/diff program of each batt's ECU. NOT BEING SO as new seems form of planned obsolescence, almost intended fraud..... Don't It ??
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  689. Very Clever
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  690. You are correct
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  691. Debt Analysis best done b4 purchase of vehicles with sketchy Engineering, Reliability history, &/or expensive maintenance Current diesel offerings are poor choice for all but commercial, industrial, or High Income consumers. Large gas engines munch less costly, less costly maintenance due to simpler construction.
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  692. Well, in USA, we're mostly permitted to Drive Distracted... Cell up the arse. Tho causing more wrecks than alcohol/drugs. What's the harm in adding millions of decrepit vehicles to the melee..? What Could Possibly Go Wong
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  693. With USA $36Trillion in Debt , only a fool would consider this anything more than bad humor.
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  694. The weather started getting rough, the tiny ship was tossed. If not for the courage of the fearless crew, The Minnow would be lost, The Minnow would be lost.
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  695. Sabotage? L-ion battery?
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  696. Many Diesel owners wish they had opted for this gasoline torquer....
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  697. When mazda techs started complaining about unreliable OE reman rotaries for their competition cars , I figured it's too complex from a service POV.
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  698. Ya, the plastic pulleys have a finite life, tho the ones in 88 camry and 85 Celica have yet to fail. Owned both over 2 decades so far.
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  699. 'Bridge' tool up til lid clears for add'l inches of trl hook clearance ?
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  700. Don't forget to budget a few $K$ for needed transmission upgrade.
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  701. Thankful never had to touch a nasty diesel of any ilk in 45 yr career. Thousands of Q-jet carbs and perifery on thur EFI , DFI. Got to hold 'last rites' on turbos. Never got to reserected one . Custs all wisely moved on .
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  702. 6 figure diagnosis and engine replacement ?
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  703. Take all the Gold Bars out of truck bed first. Then Small lift will adequate !
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  704. Bribery is the normal way of business in Asian countries. More money passed 'under the table' than the extra $ this structure's correct construction wooda cost .
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  705. Having Ray (Master Tech) do tire work, LOFs seems a waste of skills. Kinda like having your Dentist do window washing. Most places I worked had entry techs for basics and porters to move vehicles, keep shop spiffy, keeping experienced techs on hi value tasks. Changing World?
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  706. Oh Gee... Too Bad! Another Mod Motor condemned to Salvage. Nu owner wasted boatloads of cash by not fixing powerplant 1st. Maybe they've skills to successfully replace w/reman unit, cause fixing this one correctly could pass $5k and get close to $10k. Finding a good unrusted Exp is a bunch less bucks than jacking w/Junk.
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  707.  @mariarusso1325  R U the lucky owner of the fine Expedition ?
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  708.  @mariarusso1325  I fix folks non essential rides (hot rods, classics) at my home shop . I enjoy most of the banter this venue provides since there's little daily contact since retirement. Feel free to give a shout-out whenever. Many thanks for yours. Helped make the day
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  709.  @mariarusso1325  good morning. On a personal note , yesterday most interesting. Had a Robotic Surgical hernia repair early. Machine looks like something from 'Alien' movie. Has 8 arms or so. Up and about ok today. Got pointers out for dog pk run (I walked) Now to CK out Ray's latest.
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  710. Ya Tru, but where's the fun ?
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  711. Welcome to the World of Macguyver
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  712. @ 175k , yaris is almost broke in. Be awhile yet before it needs attention.
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  713.  @Wakeupandsniffthecoffee  Most would prefer more reliability and bunches less time spent on warranty fixes
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  714.  @Wakeupandsniffthecoffee  Only 100k with many major repairs is hardly evidence of a reliable vehicle. The long warranty kinda had you over a barrel once contract was signed. Hope they provided a delivered loaner while fixing yours.
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  715. Incompetence Rampent in Vehicle Repairs [& most skilled industry] due to lack of trained/experienced techs. This MB example shows just how true the problem is. Mite bee Excellent candidate for LS 3 Crate Repower. !
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  716.  @brendaleetv  Ancient advice from the 60s. Never Mod or Race your daily driver.
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  717. Barr did an excellent job protecting Trump from Criminal actions, but couldn't be a party to treason. That's when he resigned.
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  718. Why waste time swapping stuff. You can bet Ray knew BMW ecu was junk the moment the noid lite showed 'no pulse'
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  719. @ least your Jetta seat hasn't caught fire..... Yet. many do.
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  720.  @armandhammer9617  Amen that
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  721. As long as you're justly compensated for your time and talent, , unusual stuff is ok
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  722. Damage is Evidence of Global Decline in I.Q and Common Sense here.
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  723. Those who successfully complete this repair with a correctly operating vehicle are now ready for European V8 complexities.
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  724. Power windows in daily 1976 Olds Custom Cruiser[ owned since 94] have yet to fail..... Note of caution , since they're from the Pre-stupid era , they can break fingers !
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  725.  @Grendelbc  many fond memories of Montreal childhood. Shoveling snow 7 months a yr isn't amongst them .....
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  726. Artimus been sitting on the pad since Dec 2016. 17 delays so far. Short term Fed funding for a Long term project by ignorant elected hasn't been helpful. Cost overruns probably doubled what private entities could have had it done for long ago when Artimus was 1st perched for launch 6 years ago. Stress & Fatigue Fractures from long exposure to Gravity are most certainly a concern. Ya . If folks like Ray worked on Private entity Artimus , no doubt it'd flown long ago.
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  727. Suspect incorrect diagnosis is behind needless engine swap
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  728. Muted speaker in service bay with piece of seat foam. No one bitched , noticed. Over decade ago
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  729. Whatever's not fixed completely @ this teardown will be eventually. Running, uncrashed F350s are seldom scrapped. Seal, etc costs are miniscule vs op labor.
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  730. There's only One Old Fool left in the Election. Leader of the 4th Reich
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  731.  @louiswestfall9622  Hardly Defensive, ol boy. Just a statement of position. Hope your enjoying life as munch as I.
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  732. 375k is fine tribute to a 50+ y. o. unchanged Engine design. The 4.0 cyl head assembly can update any of the 4.2 s to EFI.......
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  733. Post a vid of your endeavors so's all can judge your expertise for comparison, please
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  734.  @aussiebloke609  Ya to That. And it makes trying to fix it a very crappy endeavor.........
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  735. Always need to get any diesel re-regulated kwikly before they become Run-A-Ways For even mo expensive issues.
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  736. Ya, Brown Bear attack survival is a grand fallacy of imagination
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  737. ​ @phil20_20 Hope you wrote it up while fresh in memory
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  738. This is where the trump campaign of Pain & Suffering begins . Millions of Gov't workers won't see a paycheck until he decides they deserve it. There's also the needless $30B avg costs shutdowns incur in restarting again.
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  739. Most techs @ this level have $50-$100K in tools. Ya, you can deduct the costs on Income Tax... Once they exceed 3% of gross. Ya, that makes the Fed Gov't an uninvested partner in your work. Ain't It Grand !
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  740. For Ray , this 04 Rado is the Gift that keeps on Giving !
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  741. Hopefully he's well compensated for doing it
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  742. Incompetence always a factor in Major Maintenance Malfeasance
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  743. GM poppet injector system was marvelous. Made lotsa $$ replacing same for failed fuel pumps &/or fuel pressure regulator..... Excellent service item Plus customers thot I'd preformed a miracle, returning misfireing, fuel swilling, wounded engine to perfect economic operation !
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  744. This Bee Some Clever Chrysler Engineering , eh. This Lucky Owner about to experience Ram butt extraction of massive cash amounts.
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  745.  @harpazo5486  True That. Very useful resource.......
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  746. Merc is in such fine shape, shop should require $1000 cash deposit b4 writing a WO.
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  747. A minimum of about 10.5% chromium is usually required to passivate the surface and to classify a material as stainless steel. So long as this oxide layer is stable and continuous, the metal substrate is well protected from corrosion. It should be noted that nickel, while used in many grades of stainless steel, is not contained in all grades of stainless steel. Since about the mid-1990s, plain carbon and low alloy steels have been replaced by stainless steel as the primary material for exhaust systems downstream of the exhaust manifold or turbocharger. This transition has taken place because of market demands for extended warranties, and because of demands mandated by emission standards. Technologies to meet increasingly stringent emission standards can raise exhaust temperatures which makes the task of meeting strength and durability requirements especially challenging. Emission standards also require that exhaust systems are designed in a manner that facilitates leak-free assembly, installation and operation for the full useful life of the vehicle. From the early part of the 21st century, commodities including many of the alloying elements used in stainless steel, have experienced wide and rapid price fluctuations (see Figure 4 for example). In some cases, costs for these materials have increased by up to ~1000%. In response, stainless steel producers have added an alloy surcharge that can be adjusted as needed to account for these price variations. Many producers have focused considerable research efforts on reducing the sensitivity of the finished product’s price to these alloy surcharges. Emission control systems such as actively regenerated diesel particulate filters (DPFs) and urea selective catalytic reduction (SCR) have also created new demands on material properties. Active DPF regeneration can produce exhaust temperatures as high as 800°C in parts of the exhaust system that would otherwise operate at much lower temperatures. Also, some commonly used stainless steels, such as type 304, have been found to corrode after exposure to urea decomposition products in high temperature environments. Common alloying elements found in stainless steel and their effects are summarized in Table 1 [ASM 2001][Arlt 2007]. Table 1 Common alloying elements found in stainless steelElementEffectChromium Essential in forming the passive film. Oxidation resistance increases at Cr levels above 10.5% High Cr content can adversely affect mechanical properties, fabricability and weldability Nickel Stabilize the austenitic structure to enhance mechanical properties and fabrication characteristics Resistance to stress-corrosion cracking is poorest at approximately 8 to 10% Ni but is restored at levels of about 30% Ni Can minimize spalling of surface oxide during temperature cycling Manganese In moderate quantities and when nickel is present, performs many of the functions attributed to nickel Interacts with sulfur to form manganese sulfides which can degrade corrosion resistance Can improve the adhesion of oxide film and improve oxidation resistance Molybdenum In combination with chromium is very effective for passive film stabilization in the presence of chlorides Especially effective in increasing resistance to the initiation of pitting and crevice corrosion Carbon Provides strength in the high-temperature applications Detrimental to corrosion resistance through reaction with chromium to form chromium carbides Detrimental to toughness in ferritic grades Nitrogen Enhances pitting resistance in austenitic grades Detrimental to the mechanical properties of the ferritic grades Aluminum Enhance high-temperature oxidation resistance Niobium and Titanium Stabilizers used to preferentially combine with carbon and nitrogen to reduce the formation of chromium carbides and nitrides. This reduces the possibility of intergranular corrosion. Titanium oxide may adversely affect brazability Copper Provide corrosion resistance to sulfuric acid Improve formability Silicon Provides high-temperature oxidation resistance Provides resistance to stress corrosion cracking and to corrosion by oxidizing acids Of the varieties of stainless steel available, two that are important exhaust system materials are: Ferritic stainless steel, and Austenitic stainless steel. Ferrous alloys can contain three important grain structures: ferrite, austenite and martensite. In ferrite, the iron atoms form a body centered cubic (BCC or α-iron) structure with iron atoms at each corner of a cube and one in the center of the cube, Figure 1. Austenite is a face centered cubic (FCC or γ-iron) structure with iron atoms at each corner and on the center of each face of a cube. Interstitial holes in the FCC structure allow austenite to accommodate a greater number of carbon atoms, up to 2.11% by weight, than the BCC structure of ferrite which can accommodate up to 0.0218% carbon. Austenite can be transformed into martensite, a very hard and brittle grain structure that is not normally used in exhaust piping systems.
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  748. Probably saw very little Redline op , very little time @ WOT.
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  749. Any good tech is aware
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  750.  @AgentOffice  Really !
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  751. Bit of a quandary seeing outgoing Fed adm actively thwarting an election, then treated as a kid who stole an ice cream cone . When such skullduggery occurred during Geo. Washington's war to purge us of the British, a Gallows was quickly put to use.
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  752. Boy, ain't this the tragic truth.
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  753. Running a Scam on unsuspecting. What a Cad. Spirit of 45 lives on.
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  754. Took them off after filled with salty sweat. Shop servants a tad slo bringing up the replacements
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  755. Please explain
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  756. It's always "A Hot Time in the Old Town 2nite' in India.
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  757. ​@coolaid7005 AC malfunction likely one of many maintenance issues here.
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  758. K.I.S.S. Theory Obviously not part of BMW engineering goals
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  759. Some wheels appear to have balance weights around entire circumference ! What's than all about. Counter Balancing usually indicates faulty equipment &/or technique.
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  760. Yet another job I'm happy the shop didn't have equipment to even dream about attempting. Looks like 1- 2 grand labor for Watts involved
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  761. Not to worry, it's nothing a fresh engine (or replacement vehicle) won't fix...
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  762. I've several ancient Japanese autos w200k+ miles and original injectors. What's Changed to decrease current reliability ??
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  763. Great Caution needed thurout FL as reptilians seek substance and shelter. The worst are those with only two legs, & hot air speech.
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  764. Ya, Owner's not exactly a wealth of information here . Like most , doesn't have a clue beyond turning the key , heading down the road, and then hopefully the brakes work.
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  765. Obviously maintence neglect issue. Operater kept it under load long after 'funny' noises started. The bent/twisted rods are testimony to how tuf they really are , tho many mite demonize this product of advanced mfg technique. Varnish indicates very hi miles, 150-200k at least
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  766. Would be cool to know what the 'breakaway torque' was @ moment of damper bolt release . Since the loader didn't come off the ground.is a starting point. Any engineering types out there ? I'd est 4ft breaker bar.
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  767. Super Pleasant, eh !
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  768. What makes these vehicles exceptional are the long miles/time before anything is needed.
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  769. Recent Insp Report's Skullduggery will be subject to when damage 1st noted. Photos indicate rebar Corrosion, which takes awhile. Looks like costs of replacement buildings will soar or specific habitation expiration dates enforced.
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  770. Pretty sure Ray knows techniques to deal with issues @ hand. Little doubt he appreciates all the Interweb Moms Maternal concerns. Rest assured Tho, this fine lad knows what he's doing !!
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  771. Honestly, (as a Mechanic) I thot I'd meet a Unicorn before I met an honest customer.............
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  772. Ray , Based on your experience , what do you think a fair time allowance is for this Evap replacement ?
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  773. Needless Destruction of good engine, by failing to service it after obvious roll over, B4 attempting to start. So it died of Hydro-lok-itis, nanoseconds after cranking
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  774. You want to sell anything with this engine while it still runs good. If U wait too long, vehicle's worth 10cents a lb !
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  775. Does Ray really need all these interweb Mom's critiquing his techniques ??? Kinda Rude...
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  776. Wooden pulling History, Pending ,Current codes be best 1st step after verified Crank, No Start ?
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  777. Oh what a tangled web we weave when 1st we Modify
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  778. US Gov't aid for this calamity will be MINISCULE @ best. On Jan 20th 2025, new adm stripped funding and employees from Dept that handles Aid. That's useful for US citizens to know , since US Disasters likely get same response (unless area is favored by the powers that be)
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  779. After 4/2/2025, US citizens travel to most countries becomes munch riskier. Economic negatives are poorly received by those impacted, irregardless that most 47 supporters didn't vote to increase their cost of living, all US citizens will be viewed as complacent in Global plunge into recession , thus subject to violent reprisal when venturing abroad
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  780. Actually , efi pump can only be in the tank. Lektrik pumps only good 'pushing' . Burn out kwik 'pulling' They do make clean fuel a must and frequent filter chgs (if possible)
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  781.  @robpeabo509  Mitsubishi , well known for planned obsolescence Crafted a good fighter/bomber during WWll that had no provisions for landing other than a Crash.....
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  782.  Sean Fox  NHRA crews have 45 min to do exactly that and beat the clock mostly. Practice helps....
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  783. With your apparent engineering expertise , you'd easily find highly remunerated employ with any vehicle mfg's. They're always searching for ways to reduce all possible hidden costs.
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  784. Put a crate engine in caprice @ GM dealer. WO instructed all old pts returned. It was tuf fit but got old one into trunk with lid closed. Be Careful What You Wish For....
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  785. What happened to Q C ? Me 1966 F100 , 76 Olds wagon & 88 camry wgn still on original HVAC mtrs !
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  786. Ray enjoys keeping all the Interweb Moms on their toes...
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  787. Muskrat's lighter weight wins stop lite GranPrix but not Gymkanna
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  788. Oh What a Tangled Web We Weave When 1st We Attempt to Modify.
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  789. Old comp failure and pressures seen w/new kinda suggests other system issues , eh !
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  790. Blue Demon 309 flux core wire tip below is excellent solution to this weld problem. Many Thanks.
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  791. Just as trump's 2018 dissolution of 2015 JCPOA accord led to current Israeli destruction of Iranian Nuke facilities, his hillbilly tariff scheme is a factor in Global Shipping fails. Murphy's Law of Unintended Consequences hits as Sketchy craft are used to speed goods to destinations before ill planned tariffs apply again. Destruction of American Credibility in Trade , Defense Comitments, and USA Economy are the real results facing USA. Master Deal Maker's 'Midas Touch' is now 'Soccer's Aprentice' story of terror
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  792. Commends on your excellent innovation !
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  793. I'[m with u - This critter needs a brand new shaft to be safe
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  794.  @edzimdahl1158  Same applies to humanity in general.
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  795. "What we have here is a failure to communicate" Cool Hand Luke 1967
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  796. It's not nice to whack brngs into place.......
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  797.  @rockymcallister4258  ya think !
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  798. Probably left a mark ...
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  799. ​@eddy Mahon @ 76 , still have 70 442 post coupe. Put HEI in as soon as I bought it in '96. Deja vous to being 21 in new 70 W30 , but couldn't keep.....
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  800.  @darknes7800  Ah, words from the wise have arrived, pilgrims. Order yours today before ARP goes on backorder. Thanks for fix tip , J & H.
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  801. Obviously Engineering- Construction flaws.
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  802. Hope someone bought shortblock . Had nothing wrong. Dingleball hone , scrub, new rings , brngs & good to go another 200K. Erik's friend got deal on heads , OBD ll frt cov. Good street fun engine.
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  803. Many thanks for Toyota's extended recall on oiling. Couldn't believe 08 Rav was eating oil @ 40k with 3-4k LOF's. Procrastinating til last days of recall, finally took it in @ 100k +. Flunked consumption test and Toyota did this overhaul @ no cost to owner, provided nu Rav, too. Just passed 150k . Thanks
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  804. Something equivilent to Auto Trans Autopsy tables that fits under engine stand.................
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  805. Opps
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  806. Ya , to that.
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  807. The 12,000+ ATC agents President Reagan fired in 1981 , he also black flagged as ineligible to work for Federal Gov't again. Why did Reagan fire the controllers? Reagan believed that the controllers were breaking the law and violating their oath not to strike.  Reagan wanted to demonstrate his commitment to federal labor law and limiting federal spending.  Will current Federal downsizing have similar Murphy's Law surprises? Count on it.
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  808. Looks like NTSB sold their tools to meet new DC WH mandate requirements for reducing operating costs.
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  809. tuf to prove without extensive (expensive) investigation. Best to get it fixed expediently & Gone.
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  810. Your Techs obviously need more training. More incentive might also be helpful.
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  811. More equipment = more capabilities = scout for newbie who minds basic shop safety and can do initial setups. Long may your place in the sun, shine on !
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  812. Really !
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  813. Took them off after filled with salty sweat. Shop servants a tad slo bringing up the replacements
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  814. Ray's shop will need $125-$175 hr just to keep the utilities on. Not to mention capital investment pymts
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  815. Surprised no overheat complaint with inop fan(s) in Sunny Florida. Owner either oblivious or only drives hiwys.
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  816. Good that Shop's Mgr has vehicle type that seldom needs fixed....
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  817. Most likely a 'Ground' issue
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  818. One i used alot in upper midwest during the 60's was blessed with an OE gasoline htr. Talk about instantaneous heat/defrost. Ya , setup was like a double boogie [not yet invented] Pinto/Vega. Just made sure not to wreck it.
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  819. Took Ray's ol shop off recco'd list as they no longer have competent employees or owners.
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  820. Ford Transit mite be mo better reliability on next utility vehicle purchase.......!
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  821. Another Rube Goldberg Complexity Over Engineered Euro Powerplant , That's Inexpensivley replaced by a new GM V8 for less than 10% of fixing this nitemare. [AKA Hole that swallows $$$$]
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  822. Plastic caps aren't much of a barrier to 300 psi hi side pressures. But they're in there trying, just like a Steer in a cow herd.
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  823.  @Zepplin76  Correct
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  824. Another Vehicle with mo probs than Mongoose @ Cobra rally. Shop is seeing lotsa stuff needing reincarnation vs a repair. Good deal if yuge cash deposit made up frt before any effort expended......
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  825. Tru that, but error is <2% when do accurate when new
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  826. The Motor Oil mystic has raged over a century and shows little chance of change as testimonials ballyhoo one over another. Engine Masters show did show significant power increase over conventional oil with change to a synthetic. Indicating Friction Reduction.
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  827. If this jeep lived in Ottawa it would already be part of a River bank reinforcement.......
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  828. Well , Wasn't That Special !
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  829. Junk engines can't be tuned before they're fixed. They can only be made to run 'different' . A total waste of time.
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  830. Too Cool. Another Triton Expensive Adventure. Judging from all the new parts on it , this defect has a long road of attempted fixes til Ray detectived the actual culprick.
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  831. Most were, but those daz are long gone.
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  832. Proprietary fasteners on Proprietary Junk vehicles. The theory of KISS is lost on Euro vehicle engineers.
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  833. We all being thankful for massive amounts of Stelantis Products swarming in for Rays Ressurrecting majic. They be yuge cash cows keeping the money flow positive.
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  834. Great point. My guess is this model isn't as fast to set codes , but Kwik enuf to signal CEL. BAUD rates and circuit design are also part of the equation. BAUD rates are kwiker on newer stuff and mite set codes faster on stuff like this.
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  835. This Whole Deal is plain foolishness.
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  836. A If all vehicle owners were as talented, there'd be no need for Shops/Techs. Only parts Stores
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  837. On some BWW' Mini Cooper's this is an all day job ..............That requires proprietary tools !
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  838. Interesting that cast pistons weren't part of fail cause. But that needless oil pressure issues were as crank surviving bearings witness. All to common as aged vehicles often end in the hands of financially distressed owners.
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  839. 'Don't do VW much' Not Much Worth Munch after 60k ???
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  840. Not Munch.....Labor to access is what's yude
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  841. Truck always appreciates the Love it gets.
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  842. Junk Tyres with no tred . Ray coulda been kilt. lift inspection should be one hour mini to cut down on squirrelly customers. Most shops won't bother with vehicles on worn out tyres. Sure sign they can't afford anything!
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  843. Used to
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  844. Re Ralph Nader Book : Unsafe At Any Speed
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  845.  @roadking99jokerst60  Yes
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  846.  @ciceroskip1  Not Happening. Refunded balance labor Referred to tire mfg.
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  847. Basically This Issue Was possibly created by incompetent installation of Non OE sensor Ray originally found . Thatsaid , defective OE O2 sensors extremely rare. It probably didn't need replaced in the first place. More likely a vac connection left off during maintenance, then misdiagnosed
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  848.  @garyhardman8369  Gee , (not so)funny how that worked out.
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  849.  @flooks1000  after half doz snap on needle nose pliers found nu homes...... Finally got wise
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  850.  @spicywolf6718  That could make for a painful castration of perp...
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  851. Professional Tech Matra : Never Fix anything FREE
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  852.  @InsideOfMyOwnMind  To Each His Own............
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  853.  @legionofanon  you were correct. Glow wrench was oxy acetylene torch was go to when I worked. But caught stuff on fire.
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  854. Aluminum Rod Stretch makes 500cid nitro engines into approximately 520cid engine @ 8000rpm. Interesting, but not an advantage since all competitors have similar designs
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  855. Expensive (to someone) Restoration, eh.
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  856. Should Always use New to avoid dreaded ComeBack
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  857. Ray's sure gettin alota Flaky customers wasting his expertise. Either shop's in flaky 'hood' &/or Shop Service Advisers need some help. As for Dog/Ram 'Verter/Trans tip in vibes...... Good luck to owner trying to get mfg to even solve , muchless cover hi $$$$ fix
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  858. Brngs always replaced anyways
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  859. Should be Actual times 2
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  860. Improperly crash repaired Evo w/lotsa inop safety stuff smacks of potential fraudulent title transfer on this now <10 cent a lb vehicle. Most shops , once aware would advise cust of such and likely request all $cash pymt along with hefty deposit. This avoids being out of pocket , should fraud litigation ensew .
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  861. 'Stretch Belt' idea is latest way DYI'ers can injure themselves !
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  862. This is a car that can go 250+k miles with normal maint. As 'I Do Cars' host oft states, leading caue of enginge fails is 'No Oil'
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  863. This Rusted Hulk needs 6 figure restoration , best done @ Specialized Shop.
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  864. .....To Return the Core to idocars ....
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  865. Most vehicle fluids toxic to bipeds and easily absorbed thru skin.
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  866.  @gotdangedcommiesitellyahwa6298 Heartily Agree
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  867.  @gotdangedcommiesitellyahwa6298  Sum folks too stupid to live. After president 45 suggested Lysol injections to cure c19 , some actually did that. Others ingested it. This despite maker Reckitt Benckiser's instant ultra costly national TV rebuke of such use being potentially fatal.
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  868. I'da sent this shaft out to Inland [etc] for rebuild and Rebalance. Reason u Ask : Tube corrosion and general liability.
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  869. How many owners have gone bankrupt after suffering a nissan CVT failure ??? Not known as Chrysler of Japan without good reason. Engine looks like lotsa stuff added after initial design , just to make it sorta work , sorta !
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  870. Tyres only last a few minutes like this. Sponsorship or Mom & Dad's credit cards R a must. Oops there goes another engine/trans. Best get Mom's AX black card for that.
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  871. Ray musta needed a new jeep challenge, one that's been @ Sketchy's repair by Butchery Specialists. Most shops avoid this stuff as it's seldom profitable and can be litigatious.
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  872. @DeSoto Sky  Good , ray has shop hand. Learning sketchy fixes seldom fix ,usually cause more expense will be valuable, if retained. As will ingraining Ray's basic diagnostic trees. Hope this employ yields equal benefits
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  873. Most Aftermarket Air Filter Systems are Wasted Cash. Dyno testing exposes this. They only create More Noise , giving only the illusion of increased power .
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  874. You wants to sell anything with this engine while it still runs good. If U wait too long, vehicle's worth 10cents a lb.
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  875. This shop has more 'smarts' than rest of World. A veritable think tank specializing making/fixing stuff with discarded salvage.
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  876. Remflex exh manifold gaskets cure many sealing issues.......!
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  877.  @21psd  And your point is ?
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  878. Many thanks for your efforts Very Entertaining
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  879. Seems an unusual problem for a Toyota only 12yo and less than 200K miles. Didn't show O'heat damage either. Apparently less than ideal sealing materials !
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  880. You dont havta go to school to learn this stuff. I made ASE Master after 2 years as a FoMoCo grunt , reading lotsa manuals and work as min wage helper. Current tech wage decline is why few wish to pursue this line of work these days
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  881. That's Good
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  882. Ah Yes. VW death fluids await floor flush whilst VW awaits coroner's wagon ride to Salvage Yard.
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  883. Took them off after filled with salty sweat. Shop servants a tad slo bringing up the replacements
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  884. Many of them also need Lysol spray down
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  885. Someone will have an excellent shortblock for good NA or slight boost motor. Doubtful iron block suffered any real damage since knock sensor boots look unscathed. A pair of LS3 or clone 2.165 Sq port heads and matching flexfuel manifold [50psi injectors] , plus hi lift street cam = 500+ HP
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  886. These do little to nothing over stock manifolds per Dyno tests (Engine Masters) Only correct long tube header w/correct length collector produce noticable power improvements, mostly over 4,000 rpm.
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  887. Maz K24 engines offer yuge displacement increase 'on the sly'
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  888. All Work and No Play Makes Jack a Dull Boy.
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  889. Geaux to Shoe , even with lo miles , what coastal salty aire corrosion will do to 20 y.o. cars !
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  890. Won't hurt most nu car coatings
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  891. This PT Cruzer is another of Ray's customers Mopar Golden Geese that just keep laying Gold Eggs in Ray's Bank Acct. Techs Worldwide thank Mother Mopar for the Gold Bounty
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  892. Domestic Vehicles (except ford) before 2007 recession/bankruptcy are better than those since. Lotsa cost cutting is the main culprick.
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  893. A good original Chevy Rat. I'll bet most of it's sold already. Seen folks clean out the rust and dingle ball hone them to reuse as stock bore with original pistons. And live on for decades. This one only needs a reman crank kit
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  894. Hold Me Back !
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  895. Hold Me Back !
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  896. It's totally junk. Engineering precursor to LS development. At least GM got it right so we'll have great power for the next century
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  897.  @AT-wl9yq  Apparently you've extensive background in vehicle chassis design that I lack. My observation was based solely on four decades as general tech. Sum stuff seemed to hold up better , possibly only an apparition
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  898.  @AT-wl9yq  Ya, well, this waz a FoMoCo tinker toy IRS with obviously under sized components that readily tweek going over Speed Bumps. Probably good candidate for bi monthly align checks. You are correct.
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  899.  @AT-wl9yq  A Kwik review of 1st comment doesn't really promote full frame per se over any other type. It does however (wrongly or ritely) note that substantial appearing locating arms (which normally 'take a lickin & keep a tickin' ) have allowed the rear align to change a bunch. Hence the comment on driver's style. Read it agin and you'll see. Ya , aware that properly built chassis of any type inconsequential in align ........... Until impact force on suspension parts is great enuf to bend or rip i attaching points. I'm sure you've seen that occasionally.
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  900. KYB best bang for buck
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  901. Infamous Mopar/Stellantis 'Death Rattle'
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  902. After Ray hits his 50's , that rollin arround on the ground to fix stuff won't cut it. If shop wants to take in large stuff, best ante up for all needed space , lifts, special equip to prevent Tech injury @ all costs.
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  903. Trans still must be completely cleaned of all debris for long term reliability. Tis why all good trans shops have pristine 'Clean Assembly Room' avoiding needless Come Backs
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  904. 1988 Camry wgn is my current newbie (since 04), but only has 215k. Probably good another decade
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  905. This over 20 year old vehicle should only have been accepted as an unlimited cost Restoration. Cause thats exactly what anything over 10 years is. There's no way it should cost the shop money short of provable incompetence At minimum, advise customer of abnormal disassemble and potential additional related high parts and labor costs.
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  906. Maz has mo probs than Mongoose @ Cobra rally ! What trashed Cat ? , + junk turbo , AC comp , and engine noise similar to vintage thrashing machine fix costs will kwikly exceed it's value
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  907. olden Euro Autos a lot like old swimming pools. Giant holes owners pour boatloads of Cash into to fix , but still end up taking a Bath.
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  908. Leaving the scored cylinder/piston issue unsolved seems abit fraudulent for this Mfg.
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  909. For lack of lube another Rat joins the legions of the needlessly destroyed. Little doubt Theory of No Vested Interest is a factor............
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  910. 1970s roomy had 68 Hemi Charger 4spd. Glove Box Door Popped open on most 'Hard' shifts ! Mopar interiors 'Sketchy' then ,even new.
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  911. Salvage Op Will cost $1-$2 B. Ship Owner filed 4 Ltd Liability under USA 1851 maritime law. Their cost now limited to ships value. Cargo owners will pay even more, but less than 10% of $5-$10B that bridge fix will cost taxpayers.Kool deal, eh
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  912. 3x service declines indicates need for service writer re-ed or re-nu
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  913. Hooray For Stelentis Poroducts They alone will keep the shop highly profitable
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  914. Common to see ford bearings worn into copper back in 70's 80's. Car would come in with oil pressure lite on after warm. New bearings, oil pump and seals[ All done in chassis] and out the door it went , good as [almost] new. Ya , most of the engines looked maintained, Parts suppliers said OE brngs were extra soft for imbedability.
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  915. Cust was confused about an errant tampon
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  916.  @Mini-Driver  Define : Reasonably Priced.
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  917. BMW mostly interested in spirited driving. Long Reliability , Not So Much
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  918.  @Mini-Driver  There you Go. Prayers answered. Hope it's a good one. Sure was fun watching Cooper Mini S outzip the Porches in early 60s El Paso Sunday gymkhanas ........ Til a Lotus Super 7 showed up one day
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  919.  @Mini-Driver  At least you good experience helps keep BMW service anomalies from being heavily skewed.
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  920.  @yt-user03561  That Fact helps BMW sell . Met many 1st time BMW owners, only a couple of repeaters
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  921.  @DrScopey2  Not Strange @ all. Tis the fate of most Euros and why most disappear after major $$$ expense.
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  922. I think he'll need the complete engine from this donor as least expensive fix for crashed car's seriously cooked/damaged unit
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  923. Still Cringing....??
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  924. Ya, you'd think as munch. Methinks in spite of all positive economic media hype , 90+% USA families experiencing recession. Worldwide too , many thanks to needless violence against a sovereign nation.
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  925.  @wrench31e22  I don't believe any lektric sys works perfectly unless properly Grounded. I've read ground issues are the most (90%) common cause of lektric gremlins !
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  926. Hope y'all properly compensated for all involved. It's not your car or need to fix it for any less
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  927. Anyone who can afford more than 1 or at least a rental.
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  928. Incompetence caused this . Whoever replaced the Strut had to see damaged Mount when it was switched over. All too common as experienced Techs fade to retirement.........
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  929. Salt Air Corrosion of 2016 aluminum components was unexpected sight. Just did similar ops on neighbors 2004 v6 lexus. All the aluminum surfaces still Brite and shiny here in CenTex !
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  930. Those who work in this line have many such moments. Distractions of any sort are a bane . Memory training is a must, tho now lacking in most pubic Ed Systems. Causing few quality candidates for bounty of jobs.... Along with poor restitution(despite increasing labor rates)
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  931. Same sight advantage most SUVs have over cars. Installed backup cameras in current rides after good experience in a rental.
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  932.  @barto6577  Ya , sure seems to roll that way......
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  933. You are correct. Our forced use of ethanol is but another Hoax, not unlike the days when USA Fed Gov't proclaimed smoking tobacco wasn't hazardous to humans health. Ethanol blend is a similar agricultural bandaid for a commodity that's been over production in USA. Don't believe any other countries use food to augment gasoline.
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  934. Still a choice on many ancient engines at rock, etc. Kinda used car lot type stuff.
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  935.  @danking5382  newer reusables for this trans seem bulletproof on leaks when reused
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  936. I've not yet seen an axle bent by shop press malfeasance. Have you? Any parts failure @ that pressure level could B life threatening!
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  937.  @kjinohio5897  Also... Why was said axle needing a new stud ...?
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  938.  @kjinohio5897  Ya, slamming a curb will bend an axel and often the hsg too (Opps there goes another thou) I never experienced damaging one in my 40+ tech years. But then if stuff didn't move like it should when using a press , I'd bak off to see what's holding up the show. Like being a bit off CTR sum times
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  939. Hardly an upsell ! Common sense to sweep labor intensive back side ignition components
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  940. Toyota doesen't see the costs related to diesel motors for US emissions as acceptable to consumers. VW has discontinued all US diesel options for same reasons.
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  941. Obvious that KISS engineering isn't a concern in Euro cars. Each doors fix will bump $1000 @ dlr.
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  942. great vid for DIYers. Shows nearly all the possible ways to lose a digit or even worse.
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  943. Allowing vehicle to overheat is often the Kiss of Yuge Repair Costs/Last Rites of Salvage Internment.
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  944. This Expensive 'Exercise in Futility?' Is 95% of Northstar engines have been recycled , not fixed !
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  945. Major Maintenance Malfeasance-- Not Toyota Problem
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  946. That's why the whole thing shoulda been replaced
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  947. Never allow cust to dictate shop procedure. Send them on their way.
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  948. Curious Logic ?
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  949. Cheaper than a casket.....
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  950. Mopar's Hemi a great engine..... That said, they make the absolute simplicity of GMs LS types (of equal power) an engineering marvel in compact pkg.. Not to mention much lower cost of acquisition, modification, rdy made adpt's to fit in anything.
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  951. Hard not to notice Multi $$$$Million E350 Van on lift, still awaiting it's Fix.
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  952. Would be a good idea....
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  953. It's called ' have someone else '
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  954. Deer aren't suicidal at all. An excellent case could be made that there's gotten to be a few too many humans for them (& most wildlife) to deal with......
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  955. If this sketchy engine proves non viable after installing, is customer OK paying costs involved? That answer is key to proceeding.
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  956. Rods are excellent tribute to FOMOCO engineering design and material selection. While many cast unqualified aspersions on late model parts as inadequate , its obvious they can take a beating
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  957. Unless you've lotsa disposable income...
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  958. Ya to that. You don't want any vehicle that's been used near salt Life's too short to jack with corrosion damaged parts . Should always be a Time+ type job if accepted, cause there's always a nitemare hidden from sight.
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  959. Ya , been there. Done that. After 15 years of 6 months Midwest winters working with melting salt slush drippin off rusted hulks . Headed to CenTex in '78. Never looked back . Started making enjoyable income that's a good plus on top of 300+ nice days a yr.
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  960. They wants it fixed for free as many do these daz.
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  961. So munch for vaunted Toy Quality Only went 160k before tuneup needed.
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  962. Another bulletproof inline Toyota Prepares to re-enter service at below cost estimates.
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  963. My reccos for F150 power since 2011
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  964. Sur Hope Bob didn't pay over 10cents a lb for known sparkley oil salvage piece. Certainly fluids would be checked B4 writing a Check for the victim of Major Maintenance Malfeasance .
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  965. Unusual fail (for wear) on Honda unless grossly overheated. Plugged PCV Is usually the problem. However, in this case, someone Bozoed previous attempt. Good Help is Hard To Find !
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  966. Just Another Stelantis "repair cost exceeds vehicle value" kinda thingy. Nice of owner not mentioning prior fix attempts........unless they've been 'Guppied' into buying this junk . About $3000-$5000 fix if done with no longer available 'quality' parts
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  967. No Puns Intended, Eh
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  968. At least Ray's young enuf to kinda remember where stashed stuff's at. There's things in my storage long forgotten eons ago . Most will be absolutely obsolete junk. A few mite be priceless when found after I vanish . Sure was fun collecting it tho. Off to SEMA
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  969.  @jgoncalodm  WOW, timing chain kit @ only 155k. Bet that's a pricey maintenance item. But probably about as reliable any Euro vehicle gets.
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  970.  @jgoncalodm  I started using Toyota vehicles in early 90s
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  971.  @jonsaircond8520  That will last forever.
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  972.  @arnoldm889  Waz that Relic even worth the cost of fix ??
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  973.  @thewausaudude  @ 2daz labor rates ($100-$200hr) torching off all offending parts for nu replacement probably mo cost effective. Plasma gun really cool for precise cutting, I've found.
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  974.  @RayleighCriterion  Grannie's cars in 50s Montreal were like that too. Then , they did spend the 8 winter months in dry wearhouse storage, as no doubt, many Montrealers still do. Was always grand when summer arrived so we could go for country rides.
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  975. Great Tech ----Flaky Customer
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  976. Ya , was wonderin about nu spk plugs . Way too short for a tri valve Ford. . Usually 3-4 out of 8 break. Well known issue . This was always a time plus type labor op that could take hours for each plug depending on access. Looks like this cust set up the tech for a certain fall. My recco to customers with this motor was to trade it for a 150 W/5.0 coyote.
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  977. A ten cent car with $5000 repair.
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  978.  @normt430  Trick is how well they consistently turn out reliability in their products. Attention to Detail.
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  979.  @normt430  If you say so , It must be so. I still recco vehicles actually made in a Japanese factory over others, but am aware that may not be an option on many models now so also made in NA. As U correctly state the domestic Camry is leader in % use of domestic parts.
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  980. $2000US repair these days
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  981. Incompetence rampant in vehicle repair industry. Few Techs experienced enuf to repair these complex sub assemblies or have correct special tools . Hope this customer has deep pockets to cover what's usually an Exercise in Futility !
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  982. Ray knows, rest assured. Shop lacks proper area, tools.
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  983. Work orders should all have disclaimer on any 'plastic' breakage. Most types become extremly brittle from heat and age. Many types just disintigrate to dust.
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  984. Design began late 50s, early 60s by engineers using Slide Rules . Most of Titanium metallurgy was developed to make the plane. Annealing took place on most flights , making it stronger as it aged. There were never any similar planes developed due to technical and financial barriers !
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  985. A Likely Story
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  986. MB has the F1 Geo. Russell suspension setup. Problem is it weighs 5x more. Just needs more good tyres to chew.
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  987. Hardly believe Ray's unaware of these useful tweeks. Everything that's stuck into Something...... Goes in easier with abit of lube. Just remember your last prostate exam !
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  988. Cust bought needed Cable. Then decided not to spend rest of life replacing it. Figured shop mite chg $25. Not. Most nu stuff has similar multi task wiring. Many require extensive R&R for correct install or they won't fit. Ante Up.
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  989.  @bullitautorepairsmobile4989  Your tale of VW prowess indicates excellent diagnostic and mechanical service abilities. Great assets in 2daz whirled of poorly trained/compensated inexperienced techs throwing parts at failed components til they run again.
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  990. Running M Carlo sounds like Wheat Thrasher devoid of any lubricant.........
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  991. Another escape prepped for another breakaway run from the nx Big One and haul materials to fix busted stuff from the last one. Life in FL is constant excitement
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  992. better quality engines also have manifold injectors operated occasionally to keep intake valves cleaner. Consumers very vocal over hi decarboning costs on direct (only) injector engines as they were with OHC fabric timing belts costs
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  993.  @RobSnyder  It;s not the dealership per se. It's the vehicle after 50K miles.
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  994.  @kevinpedersen5290  They tend to be overly complex in comparison to Japan's offerings.
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  995.  @davelowets  Mass production Nuclear power plants will be realized as only viable 24/7 lektrik source as Yuge A.I. power demands max out current availability , eh.
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  996. Should Ray's shop dismiss a 'MoneyMaker' , their yuge loss would only be another's monster gain. Ray probably generates $.5 -$1.0M ttl revenue by himself and mite make 10% of that. I'm guessing they re not stupid...
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  997. Oh What a Tangled Web We Weave, when We 1st Modify.. (Using non OE brake components) Folks, Tru costs of this diagnosis time alone would top $500
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  998. Mazda 2.5 is near direct replacement for wounded Miatas
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  999. Wandering around, Lost , in a Lost Whirled ?
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  1000. Yuge prob @ many dealerships is poor retention of experienced techs. I left shortly after making ASE Master, improved income 40% over best dealer wk , the very nx wk @ a gas station garage. Ya, never went back.
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  1001. Off Too Salvage She Geaux.....
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  1002. At least 3hr Diagnosis chg on this deal. Customer now knows how to fix prob. Never fix (even temporarily) anything with out appropriate chg for time/equip/supplies.
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  1003. RPM @ Failure moment is yuge factor in damage. This one typical of high RPM . Few blocks survive. Stopping as soon as noise starts is often fixable w/crank @ rods
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  1004.  @brianstough5286  Ford's the only one of old Big3 to avoid bankruptcy that forced Gov't loans to prop up GM , Chrysler. Ford had valuable assets they sold(Ex: Jag, Volvo) to avoid any US Gov't financial entanglement. Now they share the 'CatBird Seat' with other big US player.
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  1005.  @brianstough5286  GM never found buyers for Saturn, Hummer or Saab and went bankrupt. Ford's sellable units put billions of unencumbered dollars in reserve accounts to continue R&D. What's the contention of your retort ?
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  1006.  @brianstough5286  Don't know that Mercs ever sold well. But 90s Grand Marquis were rental choice on many Utah spring and fall National Park tour vacations . Lotsa room and didn't get stuck exploring off road sights as lektric trac control worked it's majic. Woke from hour and quarter nap to hard braking for free range cattle. Co driver had covered 150 miles in that time. About as fast as the barge could go. Always got money's worth out of those rentals. The 1958 hardtop wagons look like art now compared to modern Roach silhouette car designs. Bumpers that took a lickin and still looked fine. Still don't know contention of your retort. Was it that GM , Chrysler never bankrupted and didn't accept US Gov't bailouts or that FoMoCo did during the 07 recession ?
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  1007. How Thoughtfull - No Fuel Don't nu cars have TPS....?
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  1008. Hone Holes W 5/16 bit. Tap for 3/8 NC Set Screws @ or below tower level. (Hm Dep $6) use lock tite for Sekurity. If UR blocks this grungy , Get'r cleaned !
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  1009. Obviously this engine isn't repairable outside of MFG's factory. Interesting to know if MB even accepts them as cores !
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  1010. Ya, your rite, having them go out is redundant.
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  1011. Perennial Air Traffic Control Staff shortages will be yuge factor here President's Current Cost Cutting Freeze on hiring unhelpful , so 56yo retirement age been paused , now, to slow attrition rate of experienced personnel
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  1012. What exactly did you have in mind ?
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  1013. Guess that could work if owners would pay the fee to have a required competent Master Tech do time consuming MOT.
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  1014. Waste of Time
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  1015. Salvageable Short Block w/rebore , pistons . Good replacement heads better than any O.E. Lotsa HP potential.
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  1016. Riding MC in City is form of Roulette. Q is not If , but When. As orderly in 60s, saw too many who survived crash, sent to long term permanent care in Stryker bed . These days in CenTex, at least 1 fatality wkly, many more permanently disabled. Ya, bikes are cool , but have no redundant safety to help with sudden Stop. We even lost UT-NFL great Cedric Benson and lady friend that way a few yrs back.
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  1017. obviously run without oil til it wouldn't move.
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  1018. Thanks!
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  1019. Have seen many of these engines opened for inspection years ago, none were reassembled. Vehicle got a replacement or was scrapped.
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  1020. Differentials R 'Weak'
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  1021. Add'l box obviously needed to keep the goodies from walking off. Certainly hope the Pubic isn't permitted anywhere near work areas.
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  1022. Ray should't allow a nanosecond to the mindless ravings of Internet Mom Squad. No one has tools for every occasion [other than repeated service/production]. Tools sacrificed to a job should be part of customer's cost. This job should have cost no less than 50% of cyl hd R&R. As far as tools themselves, sum MFGs make specialized stuff that others don't. One Name brand isn't better per se , but may have differences that make one more preferred , say for a tite access spot. Mobil tool dealers who won't warrenty are mostly jus lazy. It takes time to handle them beyond the normal stock resupply. You can bet to MFG wants the user happy , cause unhappy ones tell at least 3 others
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  1023. Good help is hard to Find. At least it wasn't 'expensive' !
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  1024. Kia can't even make a decent Street engine con rod.......?
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  1025. Broken Splite Case Engine Vehicles are only good to own if purchase price was $0
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  1026. No wonder i gravitate away from all vehicles of European design, but gravitate towards any actually made in Japan. In my quest to for a vehicle with low long term overall costs.
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  1027. Obviously towed in gear!
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  1028. Full of leprechauns & 4 leaf clover Or fine Irish Whiskey ?
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  1029. Witch family member will run the tow/recovery business ?
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  1030. I'm sure Ray appreciates all the great tips, suggestions from the internet Moms. He'd most likely welcome all with open arms when then show up to show him how it's done.
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  1031.  @stealthg35infiniti94  If you check with Ray you'll find he does the HowardHughes neatness syndrome as a spoof to the many comments received on such. Vids are meant as only entertaining fix solutions , not an opportunity to critique techniques
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  1032. Too Bad PolyU bushings not with new control arms . They be Oil resistant..& mo accurate handling......
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  1033. Elbow fail common to all 3.8 Bucko's . Of which there's Billions. GM's most highly developed engines. From shak-n-bak teeth rattlers of the 70s to world class silky smooth power of the 90s. A true 1/4 million mile engine Munch of current piston- combustion design comes from these .
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  1034. Wow. Who ate all the labor/parts on that debacle ?
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  1035. Cat's bottom smooth as baby's butt. Kinda F1 style for them hi speed ATV Adventures. Just don't go faster than Guardian Angel flys.....!
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  1036. You was almost had by not uncommon lo IQ incompetent staff that now proliferate many businesses the pubic deals with. Welcome to the benefits of USA's primary education system.
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  1037. Most of us are dead or put out to pasture........
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  1038.  @lauranbahr8007  Your experience with ABS update on your bronco would be a godsend to all who contemplate similar, if only to discourage. I've oft thot how to add traction, stability (abs)to vintage vehicles. I've yet to see kits for just ABS. Obviously engineers spend eons of time developing, refining systems that work well (GM C7-C8) How much effort went into getting Bronco's sys to function as you thot it should?
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  1039.  @MPulicci78  Ah , Yes. Many happy memories of family vacations @ Old Orchard Beach in the 50s. Quite the treat for kids from Montreal
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  1040. Ya, well it's a 16yo car. Been through millions heat/cool cycles. All plastics deteriorate, get brittal frm age & heat. All makes suffer same demise.
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  1041.  @K.Kelly87  Picture worth thousand words here. Honda & Toyota owners don't have a clue what your saying !
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  1042.  @larrybe2900  Wonderful service procedure description. I'll steal that for future reference. Thanks
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  1043.  @darksuns7384  How can you say that.....? Just because there's only 3 of them still running an any State !
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  1044.  @DoubleAction2  Yet !
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  1045.  @jilbertb  Ray's piggy bank will be running over permanently.
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  1046.  @qhew  For Ray , like most good techs, it only represents the challenge of correct fix, kwikly as possible. No doubt, as you suggest, he'd modify it's problems if it were his.
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  1047.  @mike22446699  stick to Hondas/Toyota's for least expensive to maintain , generally speaking.
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  1048.  @andysaunders3708  Heck of a thing. To have one's own PT cause such a perdickerment! ! Not driving it wouldn't hurt if kept inside dry. But's kinda expensive
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  1049. Incredible that Trans functions at all with mis assembled valve body !
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  1050. All the internet moms who believe they know better than Ray on this 5.4 refurb need to jump right into one. Just completely disassemble as vid shows and put it back together. Use of O. E. Svc book permitted. Document your endeavor and if vehicle runs properly, then let us all know of your skills. Ya, I've done a few, but have 45+ yrs as ASE Master Tech. Ya, I always have O. E. Svc info on complex stuff like this.
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  1051.  @perryadams5197  your point is ?
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  1052. I'm sure Ray appreciates your concerns and would also enjoy your efforts to alleviate same , either personally or monetarily
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  1053.  @rick980  Have yet to note Ray unappreciate anything he's received.
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  1054.  @rick980  Ya , Really ! About the same capacity as you have in his Housekeeping Division.
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  1055.  @rick980  Keep up the good work Senor Rick. You're probably in line for a Best Ray Fan accomodation
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  1056. Lotsa recco's here. Really ! Ray's demonstrated repeatedly... Err on the side of caution .
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  1057. Service writer keeping tech in dark not a great idea. What if prob is 'Won't Stop'..................No way should ASE Master Tech be doing LOF's
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  1058.  @beezul  recall another commentor advocate liquid N for similar prob. Seemed dangerous so I asked how it was handled. Ya , was unusual non public setup that few have access to. I wonder if co2 user has had good outcomes or was a 'Shot in the dark'
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  1059. That would explain why it looks like porsche cranks ive seen in machine shops
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  1060. Ray noted new custom wheels and tires.... That create ABS etc probs if diameters aren't same as OE. ECM reflash can fix the algorithm usually. Then a higher stall speed transmission torque converter can help some with loss of acceleration that oversized tires always create. ( Oh what a tangled web we weave, when 1st we attempt to Modify!)
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  1061. Put in as much Electric Service as lines can provide, even if you see no future need. Kinda like Horse Power, Too Much is an entity that will never exist.
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  1062. Definitive before/after performance data would be an interesting upgrade to modification videos. Inexpensive dash data loggers are available from several MFG's.
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  1063.  @xj31  @ your service...
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  1064.  @rosegold-beats  Ya that works good. I'd oft jus gravity bleed one end at a time while doing other repairs , making sur master didn't run dry.......
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  1065. 35 billable hours later....
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  1066. Engine is Junk. Get Phunny Feeler this is attempt to have Dave financially responsible for all/part of fix costs. Lack of updates isn't reassuring , eh
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  1067. Jag Junk from Eastern India. Doz it git any bitter .......
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  1068. As I recall from my short tech experience , most electric probs are ground related.
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  1069. Ya on that. In carb daz occasionally crank-no start had to pulled off delivery trk . Invariably new plugs fixed tho originals looked pristine. Warranty reps called it clear fuel fouling. To this day don't know science that caused it.
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  1070.  @johnmcanulty7341  General use of liquid N would have about same outcome as having driving public all fly small planes .
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  1071. Considering labor time , equipment investment, supplies used, got to be $300-$500 op @ most places that are this thorough.
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  1072. As a Ford Tech noted previously here, engine not intended for internal fix, only nu 4 unit. Ford discontinued all US car mfg 2018 (cept Mustang) for non profitability.
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  1073. Congrats on welcome finale to Stellantis Master 'piece' While completion of monumental task is happy ending, profitability of 30hr jobs is thin. Lots more 3hr jobs can be done in 2 than 30hr ones can be done in 20. Actually, there's none
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  1074. I just tell OBD1 Ford owner unfortnates, the Smithsonian has all related diagnostic stuff I owned. This system is Dante's Inferno compared to GMs OBD1. Life's to short to waste on it
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  1075. Ya , they did . Only 5psi . No flow rate check , tho
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  1076.  @andrewcastiglia9548  Ya , But... Who knows what virus lurks about
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  1077. Money spent on this pricey fix mite be better towards a 2011 up model with a well maintained 5.0 Coyote V8 . Nearly double the power with improved economy !
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  1078. ANY Correct Repair of this engine would cost the equivalent of four LS3 crate engines. (Or more)
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  1079. Your observations on this Infin's design foibles speaks volumes as to why the wise avoid this brand
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  1080. No parts shortages on Rams (unless ur nu picky) Herds of them await scavengers for whatever is needed in USAs coast to coast salvage emporiums.
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  1081. Total costs of jeeep fix in parts and labor hrs spent (including research- ordering ,etc) would be interesting eye opener..........
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  1082. Escape wheels very Trick
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  1083. Professional Tech's Matra : Never fix Anything Free. If It got drug to your shop, they can get the bucks to fix it. Cust is spoofing
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  1084. Actually. This is $10,000 engine restoration. As time went by my shop refused this engine and referred to Dlr. Inevitably they also had ECU issues that required reflash, etc and were time consuming interference delaying shop work flow.
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  1085. Were this a Coyote 5.0 , considerable means to fix would be appropriate. For this 23 y.o. Mod Motor , fixes exceeding it's 10 cent a lb value are ill advised.
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  1086. Cen Tex gasoline bounced up over 30 cents , just on anticipated (but now canceled) 10% Canada oil tarrif. Going back down 2day. Inflation's up. The Price of Nothing went down. Ukraine War geaux on. House Rubs Budget plans yet undecided . Senate Rubs posted one , but don't yet have votes to pass it . US Gov't Shutdown March 14 if no further funding , getting closer to happening as 47th's. hiarchy vows no more CR's.
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  1087. ​@Fstate Few realize 45 left office w/ 10Million net job loss/unemployed due to C19 inaction. & 1 million needless C19 USA deaths. Also another Rub recession just as GW Bush had left us with in 2007.
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  1088. I'm sure Ray appreciates your maternal concerns. No doubt he's totally ignorant the danger he's in.
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  1089. Ya, hear that. Garbage parts became epidemic after 2007-8 recession. Had only a loose water pump impeller from GM Parts over 30years up til then.
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  1090. That's why Nissian is called the Chrysler of Japan.
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  1091. Wow, how many hours went into that investigation ?
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  1092. Those who doubt Mustang odo are fools. Obviously someone's Fun ride that's spent most it's life garaged !
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  1093. Rated Most Unreliable SUV, (tho great off roader) compared to GM,FoMoCo, Toyota,Honda their engineering dept is miniscule, hence kinda sketchy results.
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  1094. The moron of the story here is tho we're on the cusp of self driving cars where a functioning human brain is no longer needed , Technology has yet create self lubricating maintainence free mechanical devices. Even Diesels need frequent oil changes.
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  1095. Use Eastwood or similar powdercoat kit , then bake it in an oven for best results.
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  1096. Not really a leak.... Rust Proofing
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  1097. Oft times, vehicles need expensive reflash if Batt removed , cause it triggers 'stolen response '
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  1098. These Engines Notoriously Junk after slightest O'heat. Only correct long term fix is New ! Anything else defrauds Cust(beyond the original new purchase price)
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  1099. Goina need good lawyers
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  1100. GM Trucks B4 2008 bankruptcy are kinda like guns made before 1965. Most are pretty good, if properly maintained
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  1101. Normal stuff these days
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  1102. Vehicles with worn out tires are seldom worth Shop Time. Owners typically have no assets for any repairs ! Requiring a Cash deposit to cover probable disposal costs usually eliminates the problem.
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  1103. The Price U Pay Later ... Greater than U Pay Now
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  1104. In spite of many Fed recalls , suspect they do ok if unmolested. Which this one wasn't.
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  1105. Watt was That ?
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  1106. It's a Job !
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  1107. Was a one man shop in downtown Omaha for 4 decades. He did the whole enchalada , phone and all. Secret was all kwik service that could be done before 5pm. No doubt retired well off , still sane and uninjured by heavy lifting , heavy parts. Money's in kwik service , folks . Not in repairing semi destroyed ill kept vehicles. Those type customers usually don't have cash for proper fix anyway. The kwik service folks do and don't mind paying for it either.
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  1108. 2011-2013 MOPAR 3.6 v6 had left cyl hd defects causing misfire codes on cyls 2,4,&6. Extended warr to 10yrs-150K miles. Overheat on late model motors is oft a death warrant. XJ31's statement sez it all, these motors are unfixable , once cooked.. Hope ray was well paid for his efforts on this lost cause.
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  1109. Once again Ray is mop up man. Job should pay (@ least .5 diag and .6 tstat. One hr should be normal diag anytime that $10K scanner is plugged in- they only have 2-3 yrs before they're obsolete) wonder what tech turnover's@ this shop. Ray could be easy knocking over 6 figure$ @ a more progressive shop
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  1110. How Are Your Abandoned Vehicles Disposed ?
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  1111. Sure happy didn't have to do this labor. Career as car tech was a snooze, comparatively speaking. These folks inovations fabulous
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  1112. 300K [with minor oil leaks] is well within the realm of your good upkeep, Trans can last that long with 100k filter/fluid changes in normal use.
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  1113. Bented cast aluminum wheel likely has hidden Crack. Could be liability prob when/if it fails.
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  1114. Good to sea Ray use new stuff on his rides for critical use parts like the drive line. Where failures are at least inconvenient / expensive , & possibly catastrophic.
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  1115. Got a Toyota 2.0 hot enuf for valve seats to fall out 15 yrs ago. $600 just to fix head-had to be oven baked flat again so cam towers were bak in alignment, then normal head repairs. Plus the expensive block overhaul. Still driving today , 150k later.
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  1116. Wreck damage claims will be interesting. Going be Expensive getting back in business either way
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  1117. The ol' wet belt slip trik. How grate tech is , Depends on what pts left over @ job's end...
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  1118. Good to know. For 35 yrs now Thot is was the ghost of Christmas Past....
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  1119. As Consumer Diesel slowly fades into History............
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  1120. You don't really believe only GM suffers from incomplete engineering/material selection ?
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  1121. Great Wake up call when the wheel spins inside the cover..
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  1122.  @ferrumignis  used ones are excellent sources of bacteria/virius immune to temperature extremes , never seem before
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  1123. Hugest Benifit Troy's unit enjoys after experienced mentor is indestructible 4.0. Only ever put injectors into normally maintained.
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  1124. The Jim Hall 'vacume' chassis was epic innovation.
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  1125. Most machines 'clean' and reuse .
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  1126. Great 'Come Bak' prevention
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  1127.  @AT-wl9yq  Ya. Any junk between wheel & Hub will cause 'Wobble' vibration. Besides annoying the driver, the wheel can come loose as the junk is crushed and falls out leading to a potentially fatal condition known as 'Wheel Falls Off'
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  1128. Gross Oversize Tires unduly stress engine & trans causing more heat ..unless diffs regeared back to standard load per 1000 rpm. Heat kills auto trans kwik. Every 10° F over normal cuts service life 20%+. Undoubtedly caused this trans damage
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  1129. Eight (8) bolts hold upper fan shroud cause GM waz afeared it mite get Stoled.......
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  1130.  @tombeilman5579  bout same as most v6. Mo complex than I4, I6
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  1131. Really !
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  1132. The fate of many PT s
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  1133. Good Advice. Still alive cause shops ins covered annual physical ck. and maladies of advancing age were addressed before inwards were destroyed.
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  1134. Had to do lotsa brake switches on similar, kept tric pivot clips in stock. Removed old w/long nose vise grip kwikly,destroying it not a problem
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  1135. Gee , Ya , Thanks for pointing that out. No one else would know the difference, Eh ?
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  1136. Keeps your fellow roar warriors a bit safer.
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  1137. Nobody escapes the inflationary skyrocketing costs of parts to keep the daily safely functional
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  1138. 'JUST REPLACED M-CYL'........ Ya . A decade ogo !
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  1139. Not very ECO anything after major engineering fail empties piggybank/requires hm equity loan........ Eh.
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  1140. Tru That. But where's the fun ?
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  1141. Either shop gets parts markup or marks up labor on cust pts. Or goes out of business. Customer parts also bring the potential Nitemare dealing with inop or short life liability issues ......
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  1142. Triton was engineering rush job to keep GM LS types from having the only 300+HP in half ton market. why
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  1143. Austin Honda has $50K+ machine that all cars must drive over coming in for fixing. In seconds it gives out all alignment readings in print for customer view and keep. Machine pays for itself over each month with all align fixes it helps sell. (Has over 100 service bays)
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  1144. Machine Ray's using works somewhat similar. Requires manual setup where Honda Dealer is 'no touch', but only costs $20k
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  1145. All domestic V8 motors are well made , last 100,000s IF reasonably maintained and OE stress limiters aren't defeated.
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  1146. GM a Fig Newton of former self , since 2007 bankruptcy . Lotsa parts now made by subcontractors. Many in China. Check It Out !
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  1147. Once agin whatever caused this calamity is mo secret than the Coca Cola recipe.
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  1148. Believe Batt was @ Cust request. Voltmeter on dash would provide instant ck of Alt output , B4 & after.
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  1149. The correct way to put on taller tires
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  1150. Junk Tires kill every day.
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  1151. Kinda surprised ball joint, tierod end[possibly the rack too] and hub bearing not replaced out of liability caution. They can have hidden damage from a whack that actually bent the control arm that might not show for a while but would be traced back to same crash.
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  1152. Variable cam timing been around since 1950s.....
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  1153. Why bother with any Mod when Coyotes available used @ attractive costs. Complexity nearly the same. That said , both much faster to service once removed than in chassis.
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  1154. Used to be OEs had to keep safety/emission pts avail 10yrs
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  1155. If u say so , it must be so.
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  1156.  @i.jackanov7382  you're correct. Only mandate is pts available to cover warranty. Some emission warranties excede 5 yrs.
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  1157.  @aaronbritt2025  I did note it can top $5k, didn't say by how much tho....... Or did I ?
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  1158.  @carmo9693  Williams does make snapper's pry barz
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  1159.  @carmo9693  Snapper's bought up several tool mfgs including Sioux
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  1160. The old or the nu ? Wasn't his diagnosis in this case.
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  1161. Ya, no good deed goes unpunished
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  1162.  @wesgregg6451  I'll have spell ck updated before another mis stroke occurs. Thanks fore the heads up call.
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  1163. Charred sender on Nissan, WOW Another sketchy part from the 'Chrysler of Japan' Pump pretest good where labor's major concern. Gasoline is explosive, Pilgrims. Dont make a roast of yee selfs
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  1164. If Data & Voice recording both non exist, that Fact makes likelihood of Evidence Tampering over 99.99% Probable. If Ex was murdered, make tha 100%. If no 3rd party allowed on initial wreck inspection, ditto. Sueing Boeing without all evidence for inherent faults won't fly far.
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  1165. This burnt 6.0 LS is nearly , exactly what you see inside any domestic [Non-ECM] Pushrod V8 since 1950s. Metals are better now and much more accurate machining also. Cylinder head design is main reason power outputs continue to improve. That's why an LS motor will make the same power fueled by old skool carbs in place of it's ECM-EFI
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  1166. Cool Lean Over Engine Creeper woulda saved me a coupla Hernia repairs form workin over hood latch humps (even with multiple fender covers)
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  1167. You fixed common prob to all EFI
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  1168. Mandatory .5hr ck fee for each item would at least make time spent a break even deal. Professional Techs Matra : Never fix anything for free or for less than actual time expended.
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  1169. Doing it gratis is insanity. Repair shops that don't turn adequate profit share the same Sign.... 'Out Of Business'
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  1170. This needs A VIN replacement part . Probably old enuf that ECU not VIN proprietary.
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  1171. Incompetence rampant in vehicle repair industry. As Ray has yet again rediscovered !
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  1172. Isn't that usually the case ?
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  1173. Satguy's comment certainly applies to the political legislative efforts currently happening in most States & DC.......
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  1174. Post Purchase Inspt verifies nagging suspicions......
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  1175. Sum 3M rolok discs blend aluminum oxide into plastic. 3M Warnings for thorough scrub of all pts after discing. Engine bearing failures have occurred from the superfine abrasive powder left behind........... Other than that they are excellent tool
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  1176. Ray be showing plenty reasons no sane person would put out any cash for a Stellantis product short of liking alota hiking and continuous repair costs before its even close to paid off !
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  1177. Mostly get it off your shop lot cause JC and 12 helpers can't fix this nitemare in 17.6 hrs or double that. Most dealers won't have a tech capable or willing to tackle it also even with correct equipment
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  1178. At least it hasn't caught fire..... Yet
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  1179. Olden BMW typical Money Pit. Just the window repairs exceed vehicle value. Keeping CEL off costs likely also beyond it's worth !
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  1180. Junk new parts. Bane of all Techs. Makes us all look like morons. Much more common issue after 2007 recession.
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  1181. This is a 2 hour project for most.
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  1182. RE: 7 yr itch. Oh Ye of little faith!
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  1183. Iz NOTHING reliable ?
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  1184.  @wesgregg6451  That's rite. Used to see them on some of new GM trks Being awhile tho.
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  1185. Incompetence rampant in vehicle repair industry !
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  1186. Cool Opening Statement. The last thing any Tech needs are Interweb Moms Mindless offerings.
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  1187. the rubber band, Band. Not Subaru's Shining Achievement !
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  1188. Well,Nissan known as Chrysler of Japan.
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  1189. More Excellent Antique Mopar Engineering. PTs were keep in production long after planned stop. Cause they was only profitable vehicle Chrysler had left when nu Owners took over !
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  1190. Just the typical kinda stuff you have to deal with on vintage cars. if there's no nu pts avail your suggestion mite be the only fix.
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  1191. not usually. most anolog looking speedos, gages are run by micro electric motors
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  1192. Wise to glove all vehicle fluids. Their Nasty toxins are easily absorbed through important organ known as Skin. Duz this LS engine have internal leaks....?
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  1193. COOL OPENING SHOT Yellowstone bubbling mudhole ? Nope, just another Mopar escapee from the Valhalla Salvage Pit. 10 years and 100k later , it returns to it's originating lair to be reborn as something useful like an anvil.
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  1194. A Broken Subaru Engine is an Expensive Failure ! It either makes host vehicle worthless..or costs $5,000 - $10,000 repair
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  1195. After Most Lift Kit Installs comes a sign "FOR SALE"
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  1196. Gotta get a plasma cutter!
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  1197. No replacement 4 Displacement
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  1198. Toyota's has a separate launch gear (formerly called 1st or Low gear) that has near Zero warranty issues and normal Toyota 250,000 mile reliability.
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  1199. Buying hi end Euro car little guarantees long trouble free use. Rover has scored poorly in this area once the magic 50K odo is pasted as this 70+K example shows
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  1200. Not to worry. More Stellantis products are stacking up in the park lot awaiting their rebirth estimates and possibly reincarnation.
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  1201. Partial brake fixes Never good idea for shop. Even if Cust signs off on liability, they'll still sue when related incedent occurs. And Win , cause shop knew danger before the fact. Our shop won't do partial safety system fixes due to that reality.
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  1202.  @haveaniceday23  What brings you to conclusion I'd ask for brake labor warranty. (Actually a retired 45 yr Master ASE tech @ FoMoCo, GM dealer shops and last 24 @ local Texaco station.)
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  1203. If it's within 500 miles. Make the drive.
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  1204. Not only control arm bolts tweaked. Both spindles are too ! That's why ball joints reluctant....!
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  1205. Another tribute to Toyota Engineering where design is for the long haul . Most consumers more interested in stuff that doesn't crater before it's paid for. Most reasonably maintained Toyota's deliver that in spades. Too bad most new ones in short supply currently. Boss just put deposit on new Sienna van that has near one year delivery date. Happy hunting for yours. I already have old Camry wgn and nice 85 Celica GT daily drivers.
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  1206. Fer sur means owner divested self of many $$$$
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  1207. 105,000 mile Toyota's don't have mfg issues. Only one's caused by misuse or previous incompetent service
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  1208. Why waste time swapping stuff around. You can bet Ray knew the BMW ecu was junk the moment his noid lite showed 'no pulse'
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  1209. Shooter's action seems to have curtailed further open venue gatherings by this candidate. Extreme Vetting at gatherings since have detered many from attendance. Also indicates this candidate's decreasing trust in his provided Security .
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  1210. Reqires a 'Clean Room' Kinda like where satellites assembled.
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  1211. Brake kleen abit better than Air Nozzle blowing brake, etc dust for all in shop to suffer thru. Many fellow techs thot it harmless fun.
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  1212. This JDM engine obviously compromised by last installer !
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  1213. Ya, they don't look it , but they're very strong. They handled this catastrophy as good as any tru froged rod i've seen that's been put to the "Water Board Test"
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  1214. there's ways to shut it Off .
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  1215. Really
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  1216. Salt aire Corrosion.........?
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  1217. Clever tip for common shop supply. Thanks
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  1218. Ray's checking out ways to spend your lotto bonanza. Any of these projects will reduce the cash pile
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  1219. Why not the entire drivetrain ? All is worn and rusted, not shiny anymore either. Folks with these type rides gots lotsa $$$$$
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  1220. Great tip on MB whl stud. If you had to do a tire during rain on a dirt road without such , you'd be blessing MB engineers very negatively.........eh.
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  1221. Growing all hair bak in a week is a
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  1222.  @alant8553  Amem on That
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  1223. Another vehicle Slain by the Jawbone of incompetent previous fix attempts. It probably quit running and was disowned shortly after botched pump replacement's smelly fuel fire hazard. Incompetent Repair Services have become common as experienced techs retire and fewer sharp minds find this work appealing. Many consumers suffer as result.
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  1224. Hard Use/Beaten dailies should get fresh bearings/oil pump every 100k .
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  1225. You know you've been @ this awhile when your SnapOn (etc) wobble sockets are 'loose'
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  1226. I'd be afeared of touching this mogrel for liability reasons. Even repaired properly now, any future issues would easily be assigned to its last major fix. No Good Deed Goes Unpunished, unfortunately
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  1227. Valve Float and Oil Starvation due to overrev are secondary Gremlins . Forensic exam of vehicle ECU likely exposes primary cause of overrev .
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  1228. Rover Tech's comment indicates this Mfg's use of sketchy materials for critical systems. Apparently there's no updated part for common fail
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  1229. Is it a Chrysler problem or a Fiat problem ??
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  1230. Hot Rod Garage sur be missing1/2 of Dynamic Duo. S 10's tech expertise level now close to painting Easter eggs by number grade skool level
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  1231. Another deserving Stelantis vehicle is resurrected. BRAVO
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  1232. Cause it's in Mass Production
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  1233. Too Bad....My Hart Pumps Purple P
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  1234. Another Petulant Purge Valve. Feature That !!
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  1235. Think about all the different things that can offer Hi Electrical Resistance besides corrosion
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  1236.  @wigglepig115  I'm sur you are, being on the research and development side .
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  1237. Is it just a convoluted viewpoint or is this a Rube Goldberg engine design or What?
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  1238. How many hours did your project take ? Including all attempts including the one that worked.
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  1239. Ram , driving in , appears to have already 'marked' its spot. Slip yoke bind is ancient problem. FoMoCo used Teflon lube as a bandaid fix. Then hard coated splines in production trucks. That helped a bunch.
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  1240. Raw aluminum melts @ 1221°F as sum parts of this engine did.
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  1241. Ray sees lotsa Nissan. But few Honda or Toyota, although you'll see plenty of those in his roadtest vids !
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  1242. Based on engine damage , doubtful rider fared any better , since bikes provide no redundant crash protection and flying riders break easily
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  1243. Does not matter a lick who pays for what. The tech Must always be paid for the fix if they did no wrong. Not doing so is actually a form of theft under most states labor laws.
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  1244. Spewing garbage accusations without evidence made popular by former President. Faithful Legions now think it kool to emulate !
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  1245. RE mysock351c : your excellent discription is why most vehicle fires are instant insurance write-offs. Besides nasty cleanup , very toxic also.
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  1246. probably not
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  1247.  @gaiustacitus4242  How so? They self calibrate if point @ 0
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  1248. That's cause Jeep, AMC didn't have anything to do with it......
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  1249. Most euro owners actually have a more reliable vehicle as backup to their 'EyeCandy-Impress the Neighbors' euro rides. For the exact reason Ray's run into !
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  1250. Verification of poorly designed unreliable vehicle. Even hood latch assembly has issues. Just another 10 cent a lb car once it leaves dealers lot. Many brands seem to be falling into the same salvage bin. Obviously neglected unit that's unlikely to return til it's inoperable.
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  1251. Ya, Rode Hard , Put Up Wet , wore out Toyota not brought in til completely inop. Probably hoping 4 No Cost fix similar given to a Jeep when you opened. Eventually a better class of paying customer will slot in as your fame spreads !
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  1252. Brake kleen normally charged off to repair costs as 'Shop Supplies'
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  1253. Ray appreciates your maternal concerns over his faulty techniques. If you give him a call, he'll tell you exactly what changes he's planned to rectify the situation.
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  1254. Your application to Toyota Engineering staff's no doubt being processed. They need alot more folks with materials development experience, judging by the Junk made up to now.
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  1255. This CVT joins Chrysler of Japan's in valuing any so equipped vehicle @ 10cents a lb if still functional . Non working ones are good for Fish Habitat.
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  1256. Crank is a beautiful forged piece.Pistons are castings. Rods are pressed powdered metal , very strong but often replaced with tru forged types [as are pistons] when constant hi rpm loading is a concern.
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  1257. Always deactivate VCM systems. They ruin engines, cost owners $billions more than any possible savings. Just another BS strategy to appease Gov't CAFE regs
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  1258. What Waz That You Sed........Am wee bit deaf after 5 decades of air guns and guns , ya know
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  1259. These Daz (since 2020) an F250 or higher with LS big bore clone 7.3 Godzilla ICE might be the best way to go
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  1260. 'Never Happen Again' has proven to be an Improbable attainment.
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  1261. Ya. Would still be running if last Oil Chg hadn't been 15,000 miles ago !
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  1262. 1234YF was invented cause patent on 134A expired. 134A was invented cause patent on R12 expired. R12 was invented.......... By Accident in 1928 as a non flammable refrigerate. Propane , Amonium, CO2 and many other games can be and are used worldwide.
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  1263. Flush brake fluid every 3 yrs or whenever brake work done !
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  1264. How common is ECM fail on these vehicles ? I ask since you have all equipment needed , which is pricey. Any Reprograming needed tow to Dealer thur 2013 when put out to pasture . Viewers mite enjoy knowing total costs of this fix , also Is Max a GSP ?
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  1265. Not to be confused with Morono
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  1266. If the internet Moms take a closer look at control arm R&R , you'll note it was retoqued approx same angle as removed.
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  1267. If it Wazn'T 4 rechecks....... There woodn't B no Checks
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  1268. Bravo !
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  1269. ​ @ejkflorida3218 Enjoyed UR clever prose alot
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  1270. Do all coyote's have piston oil squirters ?
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  1271. Nasty Failure for an under 200K Cummins designed and mfg'd engine. Surprised Mfg didn't help cust since crank is broken.
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  1272. Coughh , Choke . The non Electric Fork Lift roars to life , easily manipulating the soon to B boat anchor , diesel core.
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  1273. Most modern autos rotors are @ minimum thick when pad wear sensors touch. Additionally , 2daz labor rates make nu rotors the lesser cost. Notice brake lathe lacks any safety shields. In today's era of moronism , trying to operate it can easily lead to injury/death when loose hair/clothing etc , get entangled with rotating stuff .
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  1274. Here in CenTex, I did $1500 AC fixes on older V8 cars with one or two cylinders 'weak'. Customers were adamant on AC fix priority.
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  1275. Nissan/Infiniti; Chrysler of Japan
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  1276. You've just done a great advertising service for Honda , Toyota trucks
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  1277. Can't be too hard too find.......
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  1278. Funny Stuff.........for those not involved or have to clean up all the yuk ...
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  1279. No dipstiks = mo trans , engine fixes/replacement
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  1280. Probably no ASE certs , either. Video of them removing engine ,no doubt, entertaining.
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  1281. With pts & and labor for full monte valve train fix on these motors costs in many thousands, all new FoMoCo crate engine would be best long term solution if goal is forever use.5 Mo better is trade for 2011 up f150 with coyote 5.0.. Instant +125 HP gain and better mpg.
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  1282. E's being Run Hard & Put up Wet. Going take boatloads of cash returning it to reasonable safe service. You pays your money and takes your chances !
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  1283. 2 ft long forceps are great for oldies retrieving dropped stuff from The Abyss. Lotsa light too
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  1284. where there's a will......... there's a way !
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  1285. If it's not dripping on the ground, it's only seeping, not leaking
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  1286. Customers foolish not servicing frts with fresh components. Mite be ok below 40. Hi speed E stop is where unwanted and potentially fatal hard pull or lockup is possible w/unmatched stuff. Proper brake repair Is Always Less Costly than a Casket
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  1287. With enuf cash infusion, any engine can be revived !
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  1288. Not to Fret bout your expensive experiences, Senor Authur..... Techs of Ray's caliber are few and far between. Most motorist's doomed to suffer exactly the same.
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  1289. Back in the day, French cars would become totally inop , preventing all hazardous driving
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  1290. Ray's being getting the Dregs of Automotive Malfeasance lately. All part of the owner experience. You don't want to turn any potential profit away, but experience will help cull the money lovers. Ex: daily driver brought in for repair that has bald tires
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  1291.  @MN2_Kevin_Hill_1970  Unless your techs can specify parts used in repairs and also received a portion of parts profits, then not paying them for part failure replacement seems draconic and they mite have legal Labor board concerns with your policy. Only if failure is caused by tech error does shop have good reason to require that tech unpaid labor for proper fix of that error. Shop should always pay for replacement parts unless tech error was intentional, in which case they'd be terminated anyway. If your fortunate to have competent techs, paying them for failed parts replacement mite be helpful in retaining them. Shop I worked thot I should redo a clutch goof involving FoMoCo famous 289-302 external balance switch of 24 - 50oz. Shop ordered wrong flywheel of which I had no say or profit in. Their loss was my nx shop's gain. I generated large Labor profits wherever I worked.
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  1292. Thats too bad.
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  1293. In a few years this crash will b featured on Air Disasters. In spite of best intentions, the show has many interesting mishaps to examine !
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  1294. A Yuge Bundle, $$$$thousands
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  1295. Most Range Rover Repair Costs exceed vehicle value, Even When New.....!
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  1296. Sun 3 minute test was a fav. With batt charger on max, if volts jumped past 15.5V within 3 minutes, batt was too sulfated for service. Charger can go 17 - 20V to recharge, but your alt won't go past 14.5V unless it's broken.
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  1297. Incompetence rampant in vehicle repair industry. Experienced techs few & far apart due to yuge training and tool expenses. 2 of 3 uncrashed vehicles found in junk yards because of this. Even this rebuild job shows the great labor expense needed for little profit so few are tasked to a learning experience. A Catch 22 scenario , eh.
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  1298. Wager Pool Idea : Guess cost of Jag repairs to closest $1000 !
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  1299. Repairing poorly maintained/ engineered junk makes for interesting vids for us to enjoy But still results in (really expensive) junk.
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  1300. Thankfully in 40+ years as a tech I never had to touch or fix a nasty/smelly diesel. Reringed lotsa blocks and did many valve jobs during the leaded gas era. Fixed/rebuilt 1000's of carbs. Shops I
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  1301. hardly a fail on vehicle with more problems than Mongoose at Cobra rally !
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  1302. Non OE emission parts is the Yellow Brick Road to self created Nitemares.
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  1303. Well Known As Unreliable in many ways
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  1304. Everything shoulda been new on this rusty creature. Imagine the liability claims from unseen corrosion failure when shaft falls off on crowded Fla Hwy.
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  1305. Tackling Jag moonroof takes a courageous tech. Thots of endless rechecks would keep me from anything but clearing the drains.
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  1306. Most of Euro stuff is so proprietary it's seldom worth the costs of tools, scanners, service info to fix one car . From my upscale neighborhood shop experience , where everyone had a Suburban/Tahoe backup to their Rarified Euros , this customers problem was in not trading it off before it had 50K miles.
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  1307. Hope your back is ok.
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  1308. At least they have them.......
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  1309. Ker-Splat. Destructive testing for Entertainment
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  1310. Better brands with GDI also have port injection to help prevent carbonization clogging the intake system, thus preventing the expensive fix this junk needs.
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  1311. Yours was built before GM went bankrupt. Tis y it's mo better.
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  1312. How do you start it with doors removed as I've seen sum drive that way ?
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  1313. Ya , but what fun is that, If everyone changed engine oil regularly, the replacement engine market would be sparse.
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  1314. It should. With only 24K miles !
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  1315. OE stuff has least fails
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  1316. Another Flaky customer. What they thinking. Rains bunches in Fl Meanwhile interior fills, becoming a fishing tank. At least pay the (considerable) fee to have rears closed and leave panels off till vehicle demise decided , eh.
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  1317. Not having doors can lead to missing limbs , even in low speed fender benders, in spite of fastened safety belts.......
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  1318. @spaceflight101  once again, a grounding issue.
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  1319.  @spaceflight1019  fortunate that connector wasn't heat damaged then .
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  1320. Hard to believe failing MC didn't give Any warning. Kinda like it was The Assassin model.........
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  1321.  @wasntme3651  Where's your Sense of Adventure..?
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  1322. E Z to see where LS swap would appeal, should one face damaged O.E. Porsche engine. Ya, swap kits even made for several models !
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  1323. Good luck with your talent search.
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  1324. Took them off after filled with salty sweat. Shop servants a tad slo bringing up the replacements
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  1325. this vid could easily be marketed as $300 a piece Porch 911 exploded view assembly manual.
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  1326. Never good idea, forced downshift to 1st while moving to slow a vehicle. Use the brakes.
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  1327.  @kinglangren  Truly a good deal for dependable transportation.
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  1328. It is what it is and still commands hefty $$ . The thing with styling is what's unattractive today maybe the rage decades later. Autos from 50s - 70s that many felt hideous then are now seen as art ...... Compared to the 'Roach' shape of most sedans sold now.
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  1329. Dependable Honda back on road for another 200K. Not many other brands ( other than Toyota) enjoy long service lives between non maintenance repairs. Kinda Sad there aren't more.
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  1330. For when a 10 gauge just won't reach far enuf......
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  1331. The usual Gov't Spewage about what's going on is just SOP language that no info will happen til all potential mistakes have been covered.
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  1332. Do eyes Deceive? Fluid looks as Metallic Paint. Is Trans eating itself?
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  1333. Arn't these the same chysler products known for lo mile Injector fails...........etc. And more problems than a Mongoss has @ a Cobra rally
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  1334. Ya, seat belt defeat kinda cute, extremely foolish, perfectly normal in this age of Moronism, declining I. Q.
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  1335. Customer pays for all add'l time his choices are responsible for. Good reason most shops don't do customer parts. Warranty and liability issues also need be avoided.
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  1336. Is that done when the battery expires.......?
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  1337. Wen in Doubt..... Use the Bobcat
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  1338. Long Carbon Molecule Buildup on intake ports is condensed preview of long term lung damage from diesel exhaust as industrial city kids are exposed to. The leading cause of children's emphysema
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  1339. GM stopped using gaskets in the 80's on many engine surfaces in favor of GMS[ealent] , type of silicon. It did'nt work unless surface was pristene [ a nearly impossible achievement] Lotsa in Warrenty oil leaks. Many dealerships would provide old skool gaskets instead of GM mandated GMS just to try effecting a leak free repair. At least these LS type motors all make it out of warrenty with no oil leaks.
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  1340. All work orders should have disclaimers on all plastic parts. Once they're heat cycled they all become brittle. Same deal for any over 1 year in service. Master Tech fishing salvage yard for customer parts means your in the Restoration Business
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  1341. Obviously, Not Munch Market for CC body pts !
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  1342. From the same fine folks who built the successful Zero Fighter plane. A bit of maintenance and good 2 go
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  1343. Several $Billion boondoggle. Who paid ?
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  1344. Feature That happening 2 a Nissan !
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  1345. Hard too believe any shop would waste ASE Mastertech skills on LOF's , Tire issues. Kinda like having Orthopedic Surgeon wash windows.
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  1346. Folks using Parts Cannon approach warm the cockles of Parts MFG's hearts. The profits from Cannon sales finance Lavish Lifestyles.......
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  1347. The Old Wrecked Wrack Trick (and leakie too w/pump) fixed similar on 88 Camry With nu OE parts 15yr ago, all new poly bushings too. Nothing too good for ancient Toyota babies. We Ride on Forever Into the CenTex sunset......
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  1348. Can't have too munch sekurity or business/theft insurance in auto industry. Private shops are hit constantly. M/T , Hot Rod, Car Craft, etc have all suffered yuge theft loss of tools and projects. Noise and lights are still great but expensive deterrents. But then so is theft/vandalism after the fact.
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  1349.  @sumduma55  what's the Value of Ray's diagnostic time . 90% of 2daz techs will spend hours on intermittents getting to the same conclusion. In many ways the problem solving is similar those in medicine. The more experienced &/or more clever gets it sooner, therefore has a more Value (albit with higher fees) Thanks for add'l scanner info. I had no idea how useful they could b til I bought one in 1990, jus a few days ago.
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  1350. All Euro custs our shop serviced, also had Suburban/ Tahoe's .......
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  1351. Most disconcerting when ordering parts is many have several general use names. Kinda freeform nomenclature
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  1352. Mostly they are Clueless Moronism is Rampant
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  1353. Ya. Was just reading bout Tesla's battery scheme. As it applies to some models that come equipped with larger capacity batts that deliver 250 miles endurance as sold , can be 'upgraded' to max 300+ miles, just by buying a $5000 reflash service upgrade. How's that 4 Crafty Marketing ? Sorta - Kinda similar to buying a supercharged ICE vehicle for $50,000... Then paying $5000 more to have the supercharger's belt put on.
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  1354. Crap ... This is no fun . Guess I'll go watch Holdner dyno a motor
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  1355. Not To Worry. No new Diesel cars are sold in USA after 2019 !
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  1356. Ram the only profitable entity left of Chrysler Legacy. These issues of common failures and LTD repair pts won't help sell more Trucks to those who check out competitors B4 buying !
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  1357. Shop Saftey comes 1st !
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  1358. Ball bearing in bell hose was invisible cure to needless noise
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  1359.  @Mark-SRV-Fan  Certainly your efforts were noted..... One way or another.
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  1360. Obviously this Rube Goldberg design engine is replacement only, hence high used prices.
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  1361. Nothing is forever...................
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  1362. Adding a redundant ground from alt case to batt N will oft improve alt output , even tho it shouldn't make a difference.
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  1363. If u don't take care of your horse, you won't have one to ride.
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  1364. Ray sets one of the Internet Moms straight. If ur gonna cajole, critique, or 2nd Guess the man... At least be thorough knowing the facts. Only Hummingbirds have the right to bee All Mouth
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  1365. Lotsa pretend Techs out there. Since experienced Master Techs are almost extinct, shops are forced to hire anyone who's still warm. GM dealer I worked hired line tech with shoebox of 'tools' Fascinating to Watch this Wizard who never opened a hood , but would sit on vehicle in Lotus position, Meditate awhile. Then turn in the Work Order and pull another one. It took a weeks worth of comebacks til terminated... Good luck trying to find experienced help to keep the daily on the move.
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  1366. Psychologists say folks drive that way cause they're scared.......
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  1367. What's really cool in newer vehicles , Domestics included is many parts are now proprietary to the VIN. OE's use the 'anti-theft' justification for this latest need to have replacements flashed to the vehicle's VIN based coding. Is that just Too Cool or what ?
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  1368. Lotsa folks feel entitled, just cause they're alive !
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  1369. Little Wonder most of these 2.0s are fixed with unit replacements.
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  1370. Ya, Internet Moms, Ray's R&D Test Center will be up and running to verify viability of all parts used rite after customers ante up $zillion capital costs... that will be added to your repair bill. Mfg's love doing business the current way , letting the shop , the tech do their engineering in the field for them .
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  1371. One Thingy Leads to another Thingy in these endeavors. Eventually shop will have enuf hi value work to leave Trim work for reciprocal Trim Shops.
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  1372. Contrary to popular fallacy , breathing in all the rust dust when cleaning bearing seat area doesn't improve one's 'Iron Poor' blood. Most vehicle fluids, metals, etc that become airborne particulate are toxic whether inhaled or skin contact and no doubt a cause of few techs living long after retirement.
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  1373. Good Help's Hard to Find. Not paying commiserate wage is sure way to make your Good help disappear. Techs @ Rays level should easily clear six figures annual, working 40hr wk.
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  1374. Rover , another euro designed for <50k trouble free miles, then 2nd mortgage size repair costs. Usually vehicle is replaced , seldom fixed.
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  1375. "Doesn't Stop Very Good". Ya, Cause Rotor's Completely Cut From The Hub ! Seen afew of those 2 , but our customers just wanted the stuff fixed kwik , never quibled costs. Ya , was great way to spend last 25 yrs mechanicing after 1st 20yrs of "Learning Experience"
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  1376. No one needs customers who complain about std maint expense. Good idea inviting them to shop elsewhere. That said no way ASA Master Tech should be doing nasty scut work . Kinda like having your Family Doctor wash your windows.
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  1377. Hard To Believe. Owner probably has collage degree !
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  1378. Another Transit , In Transit !
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  1379. Lotsa ' Lack Of's' involved in this Clam-ality !
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  1380. Most experienced Techs know lotsa tricks to provide assistance
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  1381. Brake fluid won't hurt most nu car Coatings But will take lacquer off to the metal
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  1382. As any quality shop well knows, good help is a rare commodity. And usually pricey.
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  1383. Major Maintenance Malfeasance has raised it's ugly head. Most shops require cash deposit b4 accepting poor condition vehicle. To pay for diagnosis, tow fees.
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  1384. Ow-Wee engines not internally fixable @ less than Newest well equipped Machine Shop Ex: Warped OHC Heads need heat straightened, 4 cam align, b4 resurfac
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  1385. If you can't afford to keep your horse in good health, keep it off the trail til it's better.
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  1386. Best Tip Yet..... Thanks
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  1387. Vibe in butt = rear brakes Vibe in steering = frt brakes
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  1388. Always interesting to see what caused LS engine fails , since it's likely The Power in V8 engines for @ least the nx Century. As most who've dealt with them have found, there's usually little wear on crank/rod brngs. Anything catastrophic is from neglect or improper aftermarket clearances. Hats Off to the Wizard Engineering Team who had part in this design And those who continue to improve it.
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  1389. Oh Boy , Another Internet Mom !
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  1390.  @bobntina2009  Ray puts out these wonderful vids for our entertainment , not for critique of his technique. Little doubt to this old hand that sum stuff's not including for expedience sake. He's also trying to make a living actually doing complex repairs. How he makes time to do it all fascinates. I enjoy the show for what it is. Diagnosing the sick and dying, occasionally bringing the dead back to life.
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  1391. Money talks & BS walks
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  1392. Ya. Like it wasn't Obvious......
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  1393. Just stop by one of Vegas alternative dispensaries. Pain relief a puff away.
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  1394.  @glenwhatley7366  Air Disasters tv show has me abit leery of asian and a few Euro airlines from apparent maintenance fails. The lack of competent pilots who don't know how to handle solvable problems is unnerving. Thanks for info on how stuffs done here.
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  1395. Gee , Ya , Thanks for Straightening everyone out on that........!
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  1396. I herd those things so reliable, they can run on a teaspoon of oil. Who needs a gage for that ?
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  1397. Ya. A few mo inches and you'd be @ Happy Hunting Grounds
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  1398. Pistons didn't show detonation. These rods are basically forged (powdered steel) and have seen long duty in many hi HP Engines. flaw in cast piston seems more likely culprick since crank still spun freely in block with all other pts removed.
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  1399.  @edwardscott3262  approx how much time will alum technique take. Sounds like a viable fix.
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  1400. Rainman Ray will find success , no matter what. His skills and diplomacy will take him far.
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  1401. Do most Canucks consider them to be short life unreliable units too?
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  1402. Can't believe Ray's working a holiday. (I refused). Remember, Abraham Lincoln freed all Slaves
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  1403. Only the ignorant would attempt this risky enterprise A fail could easily involve all within 100yds. Additionally ATF may want to see the Class 3 Tax Stamp the gun may require.
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  1404. This but one reason not many techs have long or get retirements Hard to believe I've made it thru to mid 70s after decades of brake dust.
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  1405. Very convulted, disjointed dissertation on what has long been ancient history. The Kasse cyl head is separate of FoMoCo . Over 1400 sets sold despite being for non iconic engine
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  1406. Ya. Man you 'Trust your car to with the Star' disappeared with president JFK's thinking ability.
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  1407. Most New vehicle 'Coatings' impervious to brake fluid and other agressive solvents
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  1408. Hub wasn't bent when new. Obviously impact damage. Usually wheel is damaged or has been replaced.
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  1409. If techs had to depend on Toyota's to make a living, starvation would ensue. That said, future looks mity brite for them as millions of drivers , unable to afford pricey EVs, seek used Toyota's as best bang for everyday drivers...... Go Ahead, Tell me it ain't so !
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  1410. Search lite was added to local Medivac Heliocopter. Install time was over 40 hours. Don't want it falling out of the sky over clown wiring.
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  1411. Another victim of Bob's Bugger Weld & Faked Maintenance, Non-Repair Shop.......
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  1412. Lads straightened that limp Willy rite on out like brand new
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  1413. Initial compressor noise is from lack of lube. anytime that happens to moving parts , their service life is compromised. Expect a negative economic event shortly.
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  1414. Drian all the oil. Start and run @ 100% WOT
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  1415. My choice also
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  1416.  @karlschauff7989  did rich injector cause hydrolock or lean injector cause burnt piston? I've noticed on other teardowns, these LS type engines when hydrolocked, rods bend significantly (like forged do) before they break . Some piston pieces should have obvious burn (and impact) damage if run lean.
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  1417. I've found the most effective avoidance of working on OBD 1 Fords is telling the customer, the Smithsonian Institute took all related diagnostic tools for display. Ya, gets point across every time.
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  1418. you're definitely 'long of tooth' !
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  1419. Subaru'skis can be made to hold up hi RPM use with $5000 parts and machining.........
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  1420. Fine Quality 1990s Factory Hot Rod Stuff. If you don't have one yet, best find one kwik. These are getting pricey
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  1421. successfully replacement of all valve control in this engine is a DIY to Good Tech 'Rite of Passage'... similar to "Bullet Ant" torture
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  1422. Kinda reminds lining up @ skool health office for weekly Robitussin AC cough med. Stuff waz nice back then (1960s). Then Fed's took the 'C' out. That was the end of that party. New stuff was only hype no mo pleasant days.
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  1423. Ya , definitly an accidentally on purpose BBQ to financally help owner out on 10cent a lb salvage Euro. Pretty good ruse to use as Euros catchin fire in unusual spots not that uncommom
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  1424. Seems Too Good To B True , Eh
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  1425. Ray , no doubt, appreciates your maternal concerns about his flawed techniques. If you give him a backup call , he'll give u detailed info on rectalficactions he'll make in the future.!
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  1426. Super Kool Demo Engineering Display
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  1427. Ray is Correct! Hondas , Toyota's Don't break as munch. Undoubtedly Y Wife has one for reliable transportation
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  1428. Could it Be a difference in Quality ??
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  1429. Hard to Believe welding in shop with many potential explosive, fire hazards close by......like in-tank fuel pump being replaced two bays over ! Lotsa good internet Moms welding tips for Ray.... really folks. Welding, as with any hand skill is only learned by experience. Osmosis via internet ?.... not so much.
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  1430. You just have to fix it yourself
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  1431. I worked @ the ultimate Skullduggery Shop in Austin 4 Days in 1990, before I found out they ran 2 repair orders on each customer. The Techs copy had the parts and the flat rate labor the job paid the tech. The second RO billed out. 50% more labor and phantom parts in addition to actually used was customer's costs. Shop Owner & Family ran the business, no outsiders. They proudly drove new luxury vehicles and had large framed photos of their twin engine Cessna on waiting area walls. Really upstanding Republican supporters.
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  1432. If lifted axel has shifted as Ray suspects, it probably has .. and will shift agin on nx pothole or rock it hits. Yuge liability issues Rack steering lash not adjustable like 800 box. Nu or reman is only shop level fix
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  1433. Needs mech assist and also experienced tow operator for addl cash cow income . Goina havta have 3 employ:s including book keep/service writer/parts mgr he should already be paying handsomely
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  1434. Nothing like fixing someone else's basket case. The $10k+ snap off scanner and Ray's expertise, persistence made for most interesting diagnostic clinic. $500 charge for this fix should be adequate to cover Ray's training, capital equipment expenditures, & daily overhead at a normal shop.
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  1435. Nasty As diesels. Happy never had to touch one in 45 yr career. Thankfully these 10 cent a pound, spewers of long carbon chain , asthma creating critters will soon disappear from consumer use.
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  1436. Rays seeing a wide variety of interesting (& sketchy) rides. Most Not a good idea to provide unsecured Shop Credit on.
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  1437. @Charles DeBlanc  Little doubt modern media has profound effects on the masses. There seems a tendency to accept whatever's presented as fact without question. Almost a culture of moronism , bypassing the effort to check other information sources, eh.
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  1438. @Lyle Coglianese  some Euro's made driving cell use a violation, attempting to solve inattention wrecks before the fact. Here it's only used after the fact to determine negligence in wrongful death or injury torts.
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  1439.  @mikecabral1579  N2 setup sounds like cool way(pun intended) to shrink metal. Tho possibly hazardous. Who provided yours and at what costs ?
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  1440.  @mikecabral1579  Many thanks on how N2 was handled @ shop level. I'll check with local gas vendor to see if available, other requirements. Believe I've read it's also used as a surface hardening process. PeteD
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  1441. Rampant Warranty Replacement for similar fails and recalls are making this engine scarce and expensive for all the wrong reasons
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  1442. Quite obviously these BMW's arn't for lite on disposable income group. But then any M shouldn't be your only driver
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  1443. Did FoMoCo warranty this under a customer service program ? Seems they'd want to see the core, unless they've already addressed what's needed. That cam's chain driven ,but oil pump has fabric belt is oxymoronic. This engine doesn't seem repairable @ shop level. Only for complete unit replacement as was done here.
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  1444. Better Quality Vehicles have both Injection types for nonstop HP
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  1445. Another victim of Cowboy Bob's Incompetent Repair Shop! No one short of Restoration Services should have touched this Money Pit rusted hulk.
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  1446. Anything a customer pays appropriately for fixing is welcome
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  1447. Happy Hunting
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  1448. Jeeps (Stellantis products) keep food on the table for Thousands of Techs. Honda Toyota Not So Munch. Probably why many Techs or Family drive those brands, jusv so Tech doesn't get dreaded call : Car is Broke Down.
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  1449. BMW engine rates - Eng Brngs R Maint Item Toy L.C. Eng @ 300,000 Rates : Barely Broke In. Obvious difference in product quality agenda
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  1450. British Hood Strap Upgrade .......... Or Crime Scene Tape ?
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  1451. I knew something was up when the Techs @ Roger Beasley Mazda [who raced stuff with rotary motors] started complaining about not getting good refurbished rotory motors any longer from the factory back in early 80s. Surprisingly Mazda is still doing rotory development work as range extender for planned MX30 SUV sometime 2022 in Japan. 'Beating a dead mule' saying comes to mind.
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  1452. It's called "The Rule of No Vested Interest"
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  1453. Unfortunately, incompetence runs rampant in vehicle repair industry. Lack of training, lack of experience, lack of basic mechanical/electrical/physics understanding are too often the reason. Good shops may require appointment just for diagnosis, but usually less costly to accept the wait instead of paying for Cowboy Bob repairs and parts.
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  1454. Sketchy Engineering that a Sketchy prior repair attempt made Sketchier !
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  1455. Oh What a Tangled Web we Weave, When 1st we Attempt to Modify.......!
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  1456. Rack's viable till Tie Rod pulls out ....... Isn't it ??
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  1457. Some of these trucks sure look useful..............
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  1458. Kinda interesting to see what gremlin (s) were primary cause and............ Final Cost
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  1459.  @Alternatereality2010  Ya. This fairly well kept ride deserves a fresh shiny entire drivetrain. And all else of rusted undercarriage replaced with plated or powder coated pieces to resist FL relentless corrosion. Folks that keep these rides can well afford the restoration of these rolling investments.
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  1460. So does an ounce of type 3 brake fluid
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  1461. Just be careful out on the road. Being Runted Over for a tool hardly worth the med/final expenses
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  1462. Shiftless Transmissions R The Worst. Had to put a used one in 88 Toyota back in 2005 I still daily drive . 2016 Stellantis Jeep seems to be on kwiker maintenance schedule ........
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  1463. It's really ok to buy a used car with a CVT type trans....... Just don't pay more than 10cents a pound. So you can recover the cost when sold @ Salvage.
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  1464. Good luck with that!
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  1465. Into Each Life a little Rain must fall. Not quite the Subaloo Thunder Boomer. Good tho that Umbrella found here.
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  1466. This was a perfectly good hi mile engine until Moron operator ceased maintenance and ran it out of oil. Probably had another 100k miles or more life til that happened.
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  1467. Tuned up many HEI GM's past 100k with electrode-less OE plugs in 80s-90s. Fabulous ignition. Proof is in wide availability of HEI Distributors for most engines today. Ford, Chrysler, many Asians
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  1468. This Vehicle is Salvage in CenTex!
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  1469. Not alot of help here on similar fail &/fixes, eh. Ray's persistence found a failed new part that can cause stated intermittent symptoms. Vehicle needs long term road test to verify and be wary of possible add'l new part fails. Have experienced 5 faulty steering racks consecutively on same vehicle. 6th rack,a New O.E. unit restored normal operation. Stuff Happens
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  1470. A handy can of Lysol is a good friend to spray on Virol surfaces of the great unknown vehicle interiors. C19 , etc is rampant everywhere. Best safe than sick.
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  1471.  @forgetfulme1719  sounds like you'd be just the employee Ray needs to economize shop operations.
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  1472. @eddy Mahon  Ya , it's Nitemare on Elm St kinda stuff. Thot twas industrial only on top of it's $500 per L price in small quantities. Pretty pricey degreaser,eh. What was Ray using that has this Chem? I missed it's introduction.
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  1473.  @cecillec2331  Ya , I didn't spend much time spiffing. Most customers don't care. They only want reliable fixes, not car show prep.
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  1474. Common 3.8 aging fails here. Great moneymaker in the day. Great revisit.
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  1475. Cause there's no longer any real 'learning' in our primary school systems. Few master reading and writing. Fewer master basic math up thur 10 , much less to 100. The ignorant are easily mislead Perfect candidates for slaves of the wealthy.
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  1476. Compared to most vehicles, Toyota's are bulletproof
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  1477. At least it hasn't caught fire.... Yet
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  1478. The world of Turbo's is upon us. Great power potential , but adds lotsa heat and wear to the equation. Used Turbo's are OK if being given for no fee. All represent 2nd mortgage repair costs when broken. Doubtful this one's worth the nu powerplant, ancillary parts needed to complete repair
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  1479. Waz wondering that Ray went after EVAP 1st and not the Orifice type expansion valve. I'd never found anything but exploded desiccant stuff plugging stuff. Hadn't seen info on congeled oil dye blockage before , no doubt a long term only, creation. You can bet customer vehicle fix would include nu drier, Orifice and complete system flush , fresh re-oil for 'No Come Bak' repair
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  1480. The proverbial "More problems than a Mongoose @ a Cobra Rally"
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  1481. As you can see , these motors are well made with fairly good stuff, but rods and pistons are often upgraded for boost or endurance reasons.
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  1482. Rotor contaminates likely normal material transfer from nu pads. DIY's can scuff rotors w/200 grit , but Shop's liability and best braking required this fix.
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  1483. Ya, V12 would be King. I-6 would be a Duke
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  1484. So do a few others. You gets what u pays 4
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  1485. Only a Rube would fall for this hoax. You never bid up used stuff for more than 60% of Salvage Value
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  1486. Wow, 27 yo FoMoCo e350 still truckin where few from the era have servived . Is this the future for most of us ? Keeping a utility vehicle going as newer stuff out strips our financial resources !
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  1487. Even fuel lines don't like Dry Insertion ! When In Doubt LUBE it UP
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  1488. Pretty obvious this was a scrapped warranty defective part that an un knowing tech installed (common prob as tech training and compensation has declined) Tell me it ain't so !
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  1489. Micro Dude with a sharp knife is hiding behind every sheet metal corner !!
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  1490. Frozen Fan Clutch tuf on fuel ... But Great on B24 Bomber type engine sounds , eh.
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  1491. Why bother. They should be replaced along with brngs that are usually 'flacking'
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  1492.  @oldschool1993  probably was since only made ASE Master in 1978. Towards the end of career, noticed metal flakes in most frt wheel brngs during brake svc. Era of lo cost rotors was becoming vogue then . Most had nu races, so made reasonable sense to put in nu brngs.
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  1493. Merc Grand Marquis Super Duper Traveling Machine But then 94-96 Caprice C91's were also. Both last of the coil sprung full frame Comfort Mobile's
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  1494.  @daveclark8337  Good to No
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  1495. That's where the $$$ should have gone. Didn't realize how lucrative Ray's site's become. Now it's like a Carnival Sideshow.
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  1496. Ya, long legal actions are tougher on family/ friends than the crime. Sorta like 'Groundhog Day'
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  1497. Fix cost will easily exceed vehicle value several times. Next up. Trip to Salvage
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  1498. Good idea, just need to grow extra appendage to hold lite/mirror.
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  1499. Type A's, like Ray, always hard @ it. Ever vigilante for opportunities .
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  1500. My Guess : Stellantis Fine Engineering Rears it head in expensive fails . Even total replacement won't fix that basic issue. Companies Financals don't have room for nu engine development either.
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  1501. Know y'all know why sum stuff costs mo labor to fix......... Not to mention endless parts $
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  1502. Engine didn't 'Jus Quit' Was run til it wouldn't......
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  1503. Plumbing system reminiscent of atomic submarine
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  1504. Mite as well do the Head Gasket procedure. They often failed without being overheated, while this one has due to cooling fan failure. Thank Goodness for Stellantis Corp(Mopar owner) to help keep techs busy during this recession.
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  1505. The Devil's In the Details
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  1506. In Fla , not good idea to open trunk. Too many Alligators, Pythons trying to find nu homes
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  1507. tiny V6 in comercial duty vehicle seems a push. Oil cooler replace usually $750 + @ current shop rates [$100-$200hr]
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  1508. If you don't trust the shop, please go elsewhere.
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  1509. 'Customers' who've come from another quality shop are to be avoided as if they carry the Black Plague !
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  1510. New lock cylinder assembly fixes
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  1511. Mauser RottyJunkARoo Any Engine Damage requires a new Engine.
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  1512. no doubt , that's a super entertaining event to witness live @richardluce775 
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  1513.  @hardergamer  So That's what's happening, The Ol' 'battery trick' . Thanks 4 tip.
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  1514. this po trk , thanks to previous malpractice, now has mo probs than Mongoose @ Cobra rally. Owner will eventually come to conclusion: Cheaper to trade than current nitemare repair costs.
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  1515.  @michaelpressman7203  Almost time for the SEMA adventure which is always grand in Vegas! Ya , probably wouldn't want tied into a Cartel vehicle investigation
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  1516. Too Bad you couldn't recover all your costs of said legal action. The loser should always pay all lawsuit costs , Would stop alot of frivolous ones being filed.
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  1517. Verifying diesel Cetane numbers requires lab equipment. Only long term use w/accurate figures, notes could give an inkling of an additives benefits. Several tanks of Premium Diesel's 45-55 cetane after using additive in Reg 40-45 cetane would be a good comparison , Eh
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  1518. Good ,Ray covering liability issues with video proof of previous Cowboy Bob's Shop of Horror visual intrusion. Unlikely he's paid for all this if customer bails. But should be covered ok from lawsuit
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  1519. It mite not fall far , but weighs 3 tons , bound to hurt, possibly disable. In this job , staying healthy imparative.
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  1520. This type CVT doesn't seem readily fixable. Are They ? Up til now cost of repairs excided new cost which usually exceeded vehicle value. Rumor has it , CVT has better fuel econ for EPA CAFE avg, The fact these type trans crater easily making the vehicle junk not withstanding. This vid comfirms the genius of never buying anything with one.
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  1521. Tru that , but was allowed to retain without title change on non h2o damaged ones.
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  1522. Not Scrapes. Look Closely. Anodized finish has Salt Aire corrosion
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  1523. it's the illusion he creates by knowing how to proceed. No longer a popular approach, but only aquired thru experience
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  1524. Always appreciated Shop Porters who keep place clean , pushed dead stuff around. Super time savers.
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  1525. Preselling jobs like this to to say $500 is great way to cut B.S. phone time , faster repair, make happy customers who create good word of mouth referrals.
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  1526. Ya to that. Just ask the Happy Nissan owner who just paid for CVT overhaul....... or decided to burn it.
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  1527.  @josephgyselhart2505  Datsuns were cool. Really enjoyed my 240Z Nissan stuff not so much. Honda, Toyota passed em by.
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  1528. Good for you
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  1529. Your supposed to drop the powertrain cradle out for any fix on these things.........along with the obligatory $2800 cradle fee. Parts & labor 4 any fixes additional !
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  1530. All's well as long as labor charge's commensurate with at least the actual including all search and discovery. Any vehicle over 10 yrs is restoration class.
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  1531. No customer likes to comeback. Always sell the 'Sweep' and put the repair liability on them if they don't accept part or all recco'd
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  1532. Rusted Fuel Filter Signals Expensive repairs needed for reliable use.........
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  1533. Breaking plastic parts while repairing vehicles isn't a 'Mistake'. It's a normal happening that should be part of the owners expenses. Ex; When your pwr window won't work right , tis because the regulator parts are no longer all metal, but brittle plastic now broken.
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  1534. Only Long Life CVT is Toyota's that has separate Low gear for kwik accel. They're not currently selling them to other MFG's, unfortunately
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  1535. Ya. Senor Ray made slick work of frame change. Fixing the nitemare someone else created.
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  1536. Great Adventure to watch this Wartime Like Wreckage been removed by experience Actual Combat wooda seen different, mostly detonation tech, with only reopened channel as main concern.
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  1537. Vehicles with bald tires are only accepted with sizable cash deposit in advance @ our shop. Time had proven most these customers lacked the means for Any diagnosis/repair expense. Few brought deposit, most moved on to waste someone else's time.
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  1538. Buy it right. Pts easily profitable. Then build your own hot rod with mo common, munch less costly LS powertrain. Pts for them will be available til ur 100 . Other limited production stuff , not so much.
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  1539. Wheelsup solution to similar bespeaks of yet another Stellantis Engineering design that doesn't support long term use. Chrysler been through 4 owners in 2 decades that have left their mark in sketchy Engineering of various systems. You're actually doing R&D that should've been done before these units rolled off assembly line
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  1540.  @dougrobinson8602  ya, I've several Celica s with 22Rs. Not great power, but great reliability. Found out the hard way to always use OE or better parts and gaskets.
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  1541. Pinto was fab small lo cost auto. Fire thing was prob in many other makes similar offerings like Vaga ,Which also rusted in half on salted roads. 2.3 sticks were as fun as any small brit sports car but with good reliability. POS Escort ,that replaced it was junk . Windshields cracked when vehicle was jacked on any corner for starters.
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  1542. BMW Dealer I applied @ said they paid their lead tech less than $25hr when discussion of my $30 request came up on their $135 labor rate in 2019. I commented about dealers owner had clever ways of financing his successful Indy, etc race programs by making techs unwitting contributors. I withdrew my application.
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  1543. Type of oil makes price difference
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  1544. Clever, and Tru.
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  1545. Doubtful you'll ever have to let us know you broke it. That said, doesn't hurt to stock up on Ford/Gm stuff to mod your rides.
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  1546. There was a car that often did break in half from corrosion. It was known as Vega. It also featured all aluminum block with 'Cast Iron Plated' pistons that also didn't work out real well for longevity.
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  1547.  @littlegp18  Termites and Wood Ants mite B long term issues
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  1548. Lots better than 1976 455 olds Custom Cruiser i haul pointers in. It gits 10 period 10 mpg uphill,downhill , over a cliff ,10 mpg.
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  1549. No wonder police want all the sekurity features deleted on their fleets. Bad guys always vanish if police unit is balky & crankless.
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  1550. The old alien Smoke & Mirrors routine. Hello X Files and hallucinogenic drugs
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  1551. Tru That. But owner's dislike of vehicle maintenance will soon return it to Junk status.
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  1552. Need Aircraft Carrier Signal sys. Whoa and Go disaster recipe
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  1553. Ya , whose idea of cool was capping lugnuts with Bling soft sheetmetal that easily deforms into a freeform sculpture. GM and others have also done this , sum even on hubcaps , that look astounding after their attemped airgun removal,........
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  1554. The concept of KISS engineering is lost on Euros
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  1555.  @billchessell8213  Neither are most euro owners after 1st senselessly expensive repair.
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  1556. Repaired tires don't have any mfg warranty or liability for speed, wear or traction ratings.
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  1557. Most in the know don't wk wknds..
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  1558. Matters not what's wrong with intake, only that a nu one cured it til it craters nx time. DFI systems have all sorts of carbonization related probs that adding a port FI system to usually fixes on better engineered vehicles.
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  1559. Sitting under/assembling unstable engine swinging on a chain (with no apparent Redundant safety backup?) seems a daunting task .
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  1560. You haven't been under older Euros yet ?
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  1561. Control module only available in new unit. $5000 fix dooms Stellantis prodigy to Salvage/Recycling
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  1562. Labor Times only accurate on brand new stuff. 5% more per year is better gage of aging difficulties. Corrosion issues are on top of all that.
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  1563. Entire Exhaust Appears Sketchy. Any repair is wasted time & expense. If Cust declines proper fix , ship it , avoid future problems.
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  1564. Incompetence rampant in vehicle repair industry as experienced techs leave and few quality appreciates are coming in due to poor compensation, poor benefits & difficult work,
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  1565. Well, you let them pay for their way to fix. Then tell them what correct diagnosis/fix co$t$$$$
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  1566. Sketchy Engineering
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  1567. I believe most of those motors repurposed as 'Boat Anchors' in deference to expensive rebuilds
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  1568. R U a Degreed Engineer ?
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  1569. Professional Tech's Matra... Never repair anything for Free. The shop may decide not to charge the customer , but the Tech must always be paid.
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  1570. Thousands of Techs , Globally, thankful Stellantis Corp is making millions of great Service vehicles. They produce the Rams, Jeeps, Mopars, Fiat's ,etc that provides them housing and sustenance for their families in good abundance.
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  1571. Most of this engine salvageable for daily use than seems. Lotsa cleaning will bare this out. 241 hds ok for budget Streeter. 2" intake valves are great upgrade over 1.88" valve heads on 5.3s.
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  1572. Any over 10 year old vehicle repairs are actually restoration !
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  1573. GDI = Avoid like Plague GDI&PFI = No Problems
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  1574. Surprised customer didn't want sketchy block plugs fixed. Sum show corrosion (as duz frt of cyl hd) This motor not hard on hd gaskets! Time will tell.
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  1575. Surprised didn't go to GM for obvious warranty issue.
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  1576. This engine was sacrificed. No one is stupid enuf to ignore a Diesel's maintenance or the incredible noise it made during it's last few thousand miles. Think trustfund supported person who wished a different vehicle type sacrifice !
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  1577.  @robertedgemon8096  Ya to that. Made half of $56 labor 1990s. 2018 BMW Dlr wanted to start me @$19 out of near$150 rate. Lead Tech ceiling out @ $25. Plus a good Tech must own $30-50K in tools and $5-$10k annual purchased. All paid out of McDonald's level wages. Ya that's watts creating a permanent shortage of skill to fix your Complex-Mobile. Happy Hunting to keep it going til it's paid off !
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  1578.  @mitchhedberg4415  Interesting viewpoint.
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  1579.  @dinomagick  What you've never delt with an Adrian Monk type personality. They're actually kinda fun to ask why each demand must be done in a certain way and then ask politely, why they feel that way is best.
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  1580. These parts only Restore O.E. power. Actually cold air thingy wasted cash ! Take a good look @ O.E. setup. It's already a Cold Air !! O.E.s been doing cold air long time since it's free HP , better MPG , Lower emissions ! Just Ck It Out !
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  1581. Ya, never herd of actual LS Head bolt break.(many diy reuse them) Is there a more resilient ex manifold bolt than OE ?
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  1582. Owner wasted pile of cash on needless air filter kit.But Can't afford needed safety issue fix ! Likely takes out the unsuspecting in related mishap.
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  1583. Another Classic Case of Previous incompetence casting aspersions of poor Corolla quality, when in fact, it has no fault @ 90K+ miles.
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  1584. This Age of Moronism isn't helping anything get better , just lots more frustrating....
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  1585. Only the Vintage (AMC era) 4.2/4.0 six cyl engine has 250k mile longevity. Current v6 only goes half that before repairs R needed
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  1586. Ya, No one looks after your best interests ...... Than you.
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  1587.  @livinincalifornia  Ya on that. Tis reason most quality TDI engines today also employ PFI to smooth out power bands and eliminate needless expensive fixes
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  1588. Really Good infomercial for attracting new shop customers. Few shops have the equipment &/or experience to do right by your broken diesel !
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  1589. The price difference between these failures and Honda/Toyota is actually nil when loss of Use is factored in. Differences in resell values make H-Kia absolute non Wieners
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  1590. Cool tale of OE woe(pun intended) Hot Rod msg article decades ago on Mopar Hi Po 273 V8 found 7 Hi Po pistons , 1 lo comp piston from the factory. No doubt it caused a shaky idle.
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  1591. Hugest issue with PT's isn't difficult access , it's the continuous frequency major repairs are needed .
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  1592. Most shops won't touch OBD I.... cause they're over 27 yrs old. Ford's need a breakout box. I sent mine to the Smithsonian Museum over a decade ago jus so I could turn them away.
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  1593. If it wasn't for Re Checks...... There Wouldn't be No Checks. Thank Heavens for Nissan and Stellantis Motor Companies
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  1594. Vehicle design is all about economy of production. Repairs are secondary concern at best.
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  1595. Are you properly compensated for those jobs?
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  1596.  @ronalddaub9740  Ray's skill sets are good as any I saw in my 45 years as a tech. Much kwiker on diagnosis that I ever were. He works that scanner on ever job so he knows how to get the most out of it. I mostly worked on well to do's stuff @ a 2 bay Texaco in Austin. Speedy repairs were of essence, so we did lotsa sweeps to prevent any comebacks. Never had to weld or fabricate. Always put in new just like Skoolbus brakes etc back in late 70's Nebraska where tech career started. Ray has his way of doing stuff and who's to say what's correct. I'm sure his come back ratio is low , that's why shop uses him as Mop Up for others Boo Boo's. How he can earn a living and do a good vid is a credit to him. I had to have near silence as I got older so as not to be distracted or detained from project at hand. To give you an idea of how well that worked. This 2 bay full service gas station grossed $2-3M yearly. I only did the more critical repairs. Others did Alts, Starters, Tyres, Batts. Ya we knew we were Dinasours, but sure was fun while it lasted. You being an instructor no doubt shared the Jocob's patience Ray exudes. My hat's off to you.
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  1597. Avoid Direct Injection Only Engines after 40K miles. The carbon buildup on Intake valves reduces HP gradually til it won't start or pull the vehicle. Usually the only fix is cylinder head rebuild, a $10,000+ cost on this motor. No doubt part reason many used late M-Bs sell for less than 50% of MSRP. and why the Well To Do don't keep these things over 50K miles. Late M-B engines with internal probs are seldom repaired @ dealer/shop level. New or Factory Reman is no doubt what replaced this disaster , tho did see EBAY used for $11,500. Labor X-tra.
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  1598. It Should be Warranty unless intentional .
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  1599. ​@bryandepiazzy8679 does require Yuge capital investment in needed equipment, tho
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  1600. Flaky customers are wasting Tech's & shop's time. Way too many @this shop...
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  1601. Yuge GM 'faux pas' ! Direct Injection without Port Injection to keep Intake Valves clean. They get Yuge Carbon Tumors that plugs intake port , radically decrease Performance over time. Vehicle's then 'No Go Showboat'
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  1602. The World is full of surprises
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  1603. Hopes your scored cyl hones up good enuf for a better quality used piston to stroke the fires to keep lo cost 6.0 on track, Saw where Trailblazer pan came in handy on a Early Mopar A Body swap, K member still required sum rework. Those block hugger manifolds mite be gold for tite shock tower changovers. Looks to lop 2-3in off totsl engine width
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  1604. The trick with today's pricey, but kwik alignment equipment is the need for one tech to use it all day long to make it profitable til it's paid off. By then you need to replace it just to keep up technologicly , and the cycle starts over again.
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  1605.  @stephenbullock1443  6L80 I fixed had plastic balls that had worn til one stuck in a passage. GM update plate came with supposed more durable plastic ck balls. This did fix intermittent 'neutral' condition while driving. Fluid condition was good. No junk in pan found. Trk had 120k miles
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  1606.  @altonb93  not to worry bout nu fluid. Trans pressures of 100-300psi will flush ANY debris to the pan, weather old or nu. Hi pressure hydraulic sys operates the shifting AND what keeps it cooling too.
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  1607. Nothing is forever , but this unusual fail gives us a look into a faultless hi HP per L, hi RPM street race engine design . All it's surviving kin are sure to be highly prized
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  1608. One of Willy Nelson's kids managed to shear the rear pinion shaft @ the gear on a 70s 4x4 that we fixed. Looked like it'd been lazar cut. Mud Bogging......
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  1609. The Facts the O. E. part failed and also the Replacement now are kinda like 'evidence' of incomplete development/engineering of this door/window system. Needless to say , this tech must be paid for ALL his efforts to overcome the failings of 'BMWs Highly Educated Design Teams' , Ah .
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  1610. Give it a try. But have nu 1s handy
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  1611. Good That. Means most of world's folks can handle this complex level of function.
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  1612.  @johnlarkin549  learning to keep your transportation functional @ 6 is commendable . But kids of the era learned self sufficiency kwik
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  1613. Pipe Dream
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  1614. Poor Toyota, only lasted 200+k. Time for 'heart' transplant to revive this deceased but otherwise still useful car. Suspect human intervention involved in this calamity.
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  1615. Second Time Around , job's still 1000 pc puzzel . Go Figure.
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  1616. 45 yrs fixing vehicles exposed the fact that few were Toyota's and then those few had over 100,000 miles. I bought a customer's 82 corolla with 125,000 for $300 in 91. I gave it to a son for college in 93. After graduation he gave it to friend who also finished school using it. I bought rwd celicas after Corolla . Although they all had extensive miles , none ever needed powertrain repairs. Brakes , tires, suspension, AC have needed fixing/replaced. The newest is 1985 . In 2005 , was gifted 1988 camry wgn with burnt Transmission. I put a JDM used one in and still drive it daily, with 225,000 miles.
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  1617. Vin should tell what kind of Dog, Dodge really is. Check It Out !
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  1618. @ Least the Pass side frt suspension ass'm ended up being in a 'Good Light'
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  1619. Gross Incompetence caused this Destruction Unfortunately common.
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  1620. The valve train complexity gives fair warning to potential owners..... You don't want to own one of these when it needs mechanical repairs. While the motor assembly is $20+K , Labor likely $10K
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  1621. As an ancient tech I drive junk.... With good brakes, tyres, &susp cause they're cheaper than a casket. HVAC's kept up to snuff cause the pups like to cruz in comfort too.
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  1622. Totally Monkeyed with OBD1 type E350. Needs $5000+ reincarnation. Good chance it's abandoned in Ray's lot
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  1623. Kinda good time to replace all brk fluid @ this point ?
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  1624. Probably still waiting on parts on Cargo Ship cruising the Seas
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  1625.  @usernamesrlamo  What type of work do you do ?
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  1626. Shiftless tran's are such a pain. Kinda like folks who suffer same characteristics
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  1627. Second Opinion: Still Fat..... and Ugly, Too
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  1628.  @PurityVendetta  Where s your sense of adventure....? Mine was happily changed when BendPak came into the shop.
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  1629. Piston - Cyl clearance can be ck'd w/long feeler gauges in a pinch
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  1630.  @erik_dk842  Where do you even find parts for that? Is it part of VW Euro group.
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  1631.  @erik_dk842  Ya, don't see them here in Texas, but herds of Jettas. Well made and reliable with normal maint. What's your current USD equiv per litre gas . Texas is USD $4.50 GAL or $1.17 litre. It's highest ever seen , tho I tell neighbors it's a bargain compared to other places.
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  1632. Note To Consumers: when you buy an econobox , you're very close to basic Corolla cost. If you seek lo operating costs. They're avg lifespan of 2 decades & 250k miles is legendary. I've driven 35yo Camry since '04. Bought spouse nu Rav4 in 08. 2 alts and only maintaince items since.
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  1633. Vehicles sitting on lifts waiting for parts are costing the shop much lost income. Tuf to manage, but can be done.
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  1634. Tech/shop must charge for all time expended just like your physician does . Those that don't always go 'Out of Business'
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  1635. How munch water can snorkel inhale dependent on how deep puddle is.......AND how hard engine's working (AKA-Vacume/Suctioning) @ that time. BMW replaced lotsa engines in sum vehicles w/similar air intakes. Any design should have lotsa drainage built in. H2O isn't compressible in liquid form.
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  1636. 3M weatherstripping adhesive
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  1637. Only a fool would pay money for Stellantis stuff.
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  1638. Most of so called 'Rip Offs' aren't intentional ! Poorly Trained Techs with Poorly developed Diagnostic skills is the Primary reason. 2nd is those ignorant of their incompetence.
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  1639.  @fredwalker839  Ya , that's about right. My supposition was based solely on 40+ year career service tech . Conclusion seems to arrive at same port.
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  1640. I've only seen OHC Break on warped cyl head that was only resurfaced. (Cyl Head Must be straightened first so cam rotates freely)
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  1641. Took them off after filled with salty sweat. Shop servants a tad slo bringing up the replacements
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  1642. Fixing customer vehicles gratis sets a poor precedent and unrealistic expectations amongst the motoring public. (Unless you're their Mom or Dad)
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  1643. That should be another Law of Physics.
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  1644.  @BigLisaFan  Tru That. Thousands of Labor hours and Million$ of Dollar$
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  1645. Happy your E21 finally ready for nx owner. No doubt will sell above expectations , tho fortunately , I don't share your BMW affinity. I do find them interesting from tech aspects and their needless complexity in many cases.
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  1646. Not properly 'hardened'
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  1647. How's that ?
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  1648. The 1st time vehicle cranks slo is the heads up that batt/cables need service. Ignore the warning at ur peril !
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  1649. Good idea on rogue or any CVT Nissan. You don't want to own one when CVT craters.
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  1650.  @markanderson2904  Ya, Obviously
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  1651. See coffee filter idea 4 good solution.
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  1652. Another fine Mopar that warms the chuckles of techs heart's to keep the holiday cash flowing in to the tune of $3-5k in this case.
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  1653. Tow equipment probably worth saving, possibly axel too. Was crash B4 or after BBQ started?
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  1654. Was your master mechanic license related to your home renovation career? 5000 hr apprentice is two and a half labor years, about what journey man electricians need for state recognition. What entity oversees the license you acquired?
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  1655.  @MAn-ti3ul  True that these days. There's even blogs on scaming techniques in various states . Calif has a bunch due to its consumer protect laws. Overall many more Cust flakes than Shops today.
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  1656.  @Sudburysid  USA Pres 45 certainly helping promote scams over actually being constructive . Very different from world I knew moving to Texas from Montreal c1960. Just in time to witness JFK take the helm. One thing that's similar was 1950s influx of Eastern Euros neighbors fleeing a Russian invasion. Will we never learn ?
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  1657.  @stevewhiting556  I've read 45 can't get any contractor to bid his projects due to the payment problems you noted.
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  1658. Actually, these Storms Blow.....
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  1659. Between the indicated crash and resultant $40K trashed engine , vehicle was ttl write off
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  1660. ​ @soakupthesunman Eventually it will.
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  1661. President Musk's unprecedented shutdown of all Treasury Payments for 2 days until reversed by Injunction , closing the USAID agency, taking CDC health data site down, gaining access into proprietary US Gov't Treasury Payment system ($6Trillion USD) show deep reach that $270Million bought. Gasoline prices rose in response to now canceled 10% Canada oil tarrif. Reactions to the child waving a Machine Gun loaded with Tarrifs that have so far also caused mortgage and inflation rates to increase since election decided.
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  1662. Rule of thumb : Labor Guide x3 on stuff you've never seen before , or won't ever see again. If rusted , double that. The ones that walk have just saved you a trip to the mental health Dr. If they can't find anyone else and return. Tell them you're 6 months booked and you'll call when their spot re opens.
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  1663. Few can afford to gratis parts and labor, hence there's few.
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  1664. Not a consumer issue much longer as diesel been phased out to only commercial vehicles.
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  1665.  @stevewhiting556  On the plus side for junk Jimmy drivers iz all the OT Hours it'll generate for them. Waiting for tows , and fixes to be completed. Only to crater again, on next trip out.
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  1666. All's well..... As long as owner charged for all time, pts, supplies involved. It's not Ray's vehicle.
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  1667. You'd think those crafy creators of overly complex cars woulda come up with some sorta Rube Goldberg solution by now.
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  1668. Let the Bleatings of the internet Moms be herd across the Land. Such Blasphemy , with out reason. Foolish move , if batt Not replaced
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  1669. Re: James Hurd........ You're just saying that Cause it's Tru. ....but forgot the adjective 'Expensive"
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  1670. Demo/Construction work is very Labor Intensive Stuff. Nothing happens kwikly.
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  1671. Anything turbo is destined for short service life due to add'l complexity and increased heat. Vs equivalent power NA engine
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  1672. ​ @LSXperts72 Still hasn't broken .....
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  1673. ​ @thievingpanda Unlikely this century
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  1674. Alot to be said bout buildings made of concrete, tho pricey. Texture walls &floors for any faux looks desired.
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  1675. Good point. Gloves advised on any fluids or their offspring.
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  1676. Pop's 50 Bucko stick was my 1st. Couldn't hardly see over steering wheel. Then he got a TR3.... stole it often til sent to military school. 60s was fun times in Ol El Paso
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  1677. More likely is initial material transfer from nu brake pads. Scuffing the ol rotors might help, but Shop's liability (& best braking)
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  1678. Had a owner spend $1200 on AC fix just to drive wounded 7 cylinder Crown Vic bak to Houston from CenTex in (misfire) comfort.
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  1679. Iconic Vehicle recovered with Iconic engine. Both favorites 2 decades now and for all this century !
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  1680. Could this be a reason for seemingly high labor chg'd ?
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  1681. The last few waterpumps I did on these destroyed the lug locks in the receiver housing from corrosion. Making for munch more expensive repairs. Computer would go into a limp mode of alternate cyl firing when o'heated,maybe.
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  1682. Like many older Stelantis products, needs steering suspension reincarnation and's actually quite unsafe
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  1683. Problem with that , Senor Hugh, it might be for someone close.
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  1684.  @EmbraceTheSuck  Rite on That. But seldom kwik enuf !
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  1685.  @jonathancase862  Until the crash
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  1686.  @hime273  What was Original comment I made that your responding to? I don't recall advocating anything other than appropriate fees for diagnostics. Similar to what your personal physician charges. What am I missing here ?
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  1687.  @M21-w1y  Over 99% of vehicle wrecks aren't 'accidents' . One or more participants could have avoided crashing in nearly every event.
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  1688.  @rayner226  Ya , sure sea that alot on Florida stuff. Not even suitable as Boat Anchors. But understand it's fun to play in the surf and sand all year long. Living in CenTex, we go to Corpus Christi occasionally for a dose.
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  1689.  @EmbraceTheSuck  Tru That. Tho seldom kwikly enough.
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  1690.  @dboogeman2002  Good 4 U
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  1691.  @dboogeman2002  carefully
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  1692. Good that Engine stored til now instead of more deserved recycling. Now a few parts available to nitch mkt + look bak in time that few have seen.
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  1693. Ray's thot of a fun daily ride is worth pursuing. Something to look forward to @ the end of a long daily grind. Good used vette excellent choice. My 1st was 1982 Corolla 1.8 pushrod hemi auto trans, 200+K , a Cust. sold for $100.00. Won lots of stop lite Gran Prix's. Had a Kwik 60ft launch. Lasted over doz yrs. Bought Celica's from other customers after that. Fix them and drive a few yrs, all 5spd's RWD. Put a smile on your face @ end of a long day. Still have all 4 of them as second owner.
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  1694.  @blue_oval5553  Does that pay a livable wage ?
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  1695.  @blue_oval5553  forgive my ignorance . Tho ASE Master since 78, I haven't a clue what Master Lube Tech entails or it's income potential.
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  1696. Two young ladies drove an ancient Corolla to shop for 'knock' diagnosis. Hole on block side made it ez to see loose rod polishing the block. They paid their check out fee , got back into said clanking Corolla, drove off into the sunset. Hope they made it home ok.
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  1697. Was sll I had in the day, 2
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  1698.  @yomomma9070  what was it's purpose? Help hold motor stationary for other svc perhaps?
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  1699.  @yomomma9070  thanks for info. Tho it's frm my era, never seen one before. Looks like large version of a door spring compressor.
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  1700. Disjointed Mustang will soon Stretch out it's legs again.
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  1701. Ya, Right after finishing hm addition for growing family.
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  1702.  @robertheinkel6225  they are good reliable vehicles. The Run Flat tires many equipped with are expensive to replace, tho.
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  1703. Definitely hydro lock.
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  1704. Many here have little understanding of all that goes into manufacturing any item. Also little understanding of how product volume affects pricing. Ex: GM made the same door handle over 3+ decades. Cost was a few bucks. Now stuff's cycling out in a few years @ best. And a closer look at this one would show it much more complex a piece of engineering than many here assume. Learning a bit more about the chemistry, physics that are part of industrialized life could expand ones overall understanding why stuff's the way it is. That said , most USA schools engineering graduates are foreign nationals , because few USA HS grads can pass entrance tests or don't wish to make the effort.
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  1705. You can be assured compressor is damaged, tho still functional.
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  1706. where's your sense of adventure ?
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  1707. Many nu vehicles only have transpan plug for fluid CK, refill . OEs have their usual BS justification for servicing chgs. Vehicle production assembly time and deleting parts are the main cost issues behind them. FoMoCo eliminated connecting rod spite hole for thrust side cyl wall oiling cause it cost a nickel a rod. Ended up warranting all blocks in service above the Mason -Dixon for oil burning/piston slap due to Cold start cyl wall scoring. Opps
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  1708. Ray does the nitemare rusted exhaust , then another tech gets the gravy brakes ??????
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  1709. Ricky Ticky goina take yuge Licky outa the ol Checky book.
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  1710. Kinda oxymoronic. Many view this Ford 5.4L as a big engine.......... but view the LS 5.3 as a small one !
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  1711. 2.7 in an f150. What were they thinking. Talk about being under a constant load without even pulling one.
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  1712. Folk's , Believe ME ! Ray doesn't need any Interweb Moms to help complete his tasks. We all should be as competent in all our tasks.
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  1713. Mo fun doing it this way
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  1714. Chrysler of Japan. All parts in short supply. Most Owners Scrap Them
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  1715. Another Flaky Customer. Ray needs a better neighborhood
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  1716. Hope shop pays you well for diagnosis/defective pt I.D. Most flakes never return , One hr labor min. to start . Must be profitable for Shop & Tech & avoid wasted Time.
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  1717. Death Ride 101..........
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  1718. There's no shortage of those who'd have you sacrifice your well-being for their financial advancement.
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  1719.  @LU-D1GITAL Experience is the only tru teacher in this endeavor. There's no short cuts to excellence , but many that lead to poor workmanship
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  1720. Passenger auto and non-industrial diesel power are nearly extinct as cost and emission concerns mount. So while this types design probably improved , it was discontinued and not replaced. Interesting show however , with not often seen fail
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  1721. Feeding non-compressables [water] into ANY IC motor that is running will destroy it
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  1722. Not if you have lotsa Money...............
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  1723.  @bradhaines3142  Ya to that. Was invited to work @ local BMW. All went well til my request to match $30hr pay. They admitted their lead tech was under $25 hr altho customer pay rate was $130 hr. I told the Svc Mgr. I understand the disparity. It's how the successful IndyCar, etc owner pays for ultra expensive race operations.
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  1724. Obviously excessive police restraint caught on video
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  1725. Often thot plasma cutter mite be nice for corrosion problems and not as damaging as a 'torch'. But saving the fastners has it's place as many are proprietary, hardened, & may need to be ordered, day's away.
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  1726. Now Ray has to be Born Again. And go thur the paperwork mitemare of getting a new SS number and card ?
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  1727. In Florida, hurricanes is the norm. You's either recovering from or getting ready for the next one ! Avg elevation's 100 feet's. What could possibly go wrong? Tsunami !
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  1728. Possible injector issue ?
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  1729. Any job involving rusty exhaust is going to take 4x longer (@ least) than book , to give customer a realistic estimate of labor costs. Also add'l parts needed...
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  1730. Remember, Cust made all the calls on this one.
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  1731. Mom Nature's show of what's in charge while making yuge adjustments to the environment
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  1732. E-Z to see why Audi's fall into 10cent a pound class [or less] once drivetrain is wounded. Less expensive to repair a SaturnV Rocket !
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  1733. Always, Always obtain all service manuals for your 'keepers' Even if you send it out for fix. Most shops won't have the info and they'll appreciate the printed matter. Hopefully your shops techs are well versed in English.
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  1734. Good idea. Redundant grounds are never a bad thing.
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  1735. If the shocks are unbolted. They should be replaced on anything over 50k miles or so, Especially this self level type.
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  1736. How So ?
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  1737. ​@gandydancer9710 Handle same as crashed Nuke Subs are recovered
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  1738. It was designed to only work once, on the assembly line. After that all must be replaced with nu.
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  1739. Sometimes yes and Sumtimes they have NPT that seal ok depending on application
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  1740. more shops are providing N testing as refrigerant costs skyrocket
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  1741.  @fsu3784  Ya, what's with that. Trying to pay for the entire chemical plant in 1st Sale ?
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  1742.  @fsu3784  Propane is an efficient lo cost refrigerant too.
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  1743. Ignorance is Bliss.... Eh
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  1744. Fortunate to actually recover tiny hi value tool. I never saw 50% of similar drops ever agin. This , in spite of extensive magnetic, visual and air wand searches.
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  1745. Sketchy vehicles need $500 cash deposit before even doing diagnosis. Otherwise parking lot becomes filled with unpaid salvage that costs $100s to purge
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  1746. Saginaw PS Pump ! (Also seen on aircraft engines for Hydraulic systems!) Probably T400 also used. Then later these lux rides had 4l80e's.
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  1747. Took them off after filled with salty sweat. Shop servants a tad slo bringing up the replacements
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  1748. Distractions are a cause of many shop repair failures !
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  1749. Isn't most metal subject to bending fatigue?
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  1750. Seems VW got caught with hand in Diesel Emissions cookie jar. And has ceased NA importation as result if not production.
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  1751. Economically, the cost of repairs
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  1752. To this Diesel engine negate any $$$$ advantage over a large gasoline gained in say 50-100k miles of use.
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  1753. Not to forget: Scanner invaluable in kwikly eliminating other possibles .....
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  1754. Ray knows that . Tis why DOT 3 &4 need bianual complete flush , Tho few pay heed.
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  1755. WOW , Yours was the EXPLODER edition. The plastic rad fan blades were also known to crack , make a hasty exit. Avoid standing inline with any moving belt driven fan. You could be sliced , diced , maybe killt.
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  1756. Vehicle's over 20yo. Rubber/plastic stuff doesnt last forever! Dyno Data shows aftermkt Cold Air ttl waste of $$. O.E. works fine, also Quieter.
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  1757. Obviously Overheated .. T-Stat thing is Tip of Yuge Financial Iceberg
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  1758. They were and still are vehicles for those with deep pockets..........US Govt for example
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  1759. Another Flaky customer. Hope Ray compensated for repairs/diagnosis. Early FoMoCo ecm diagnosis required 'breakout box' and more time than custs would pay for. I gifted mine to such an owner and never touched another OBD l FoMoCo. Current Ford prized possession is 66 F100 Camper Spl. All orig 352FE V8, 'walking granny' 4spd manual, Dana 60 Sure grip, 3.50 Purchased 1978.
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  1760. Comment on flamability concerns reminds that Propane is also used as refrigerant. Ya , actually found it in a cars system once.
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  1761. Motors and many transmissons tolerences are way beyond equipment and tech expertise @ most service facilities these days. Turn around time to prevent comsumer complaints a factor in favoring unit replacements common now. As a tech from the 70's, on I overhauled motors, transmissions non-stop . Motor work slowed alot after Leaded Gas disappeared.
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  1762.  @justsumguy2u  U are Rite. Factory can rebuild cores at least 50% less
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  1763. Great Example of Overpriced Tech that many revere based on fallacy, proprietary repairs info kept out of public media. Most owners abandon the brand after 1st owner pay, shop experience !
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  1764.  @TriforceOfCourage97  Ya , paying Pappy Van Winkle Bourbon price for API SP grade motor oil throws oil changes into an investment commodity. Centex Walmart SP oil is bout $20US per 4.73L jug. Doubled in last 3 yrs. Exotic Brands are 2 to 6 x more. Budget dictates All.
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  1765. No such animal as late to work @ own business. You're Always Working !
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  1766. This Triton is engineering evidence in the 'crime' of Ford giving up V8 Pushrod too soon.........
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  1767. In any case all rubber parts of cooling system should be replaced after a petroleum intrusion. This to prevent another untimely Ka Blooy down the road. (Those with Police Service Silicone hoses, disregard above)
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  1768. ​ @ryans413  Your Dreaming
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  1769.  @ryans413  Probably so, but I've yet to see any ac sealer (other than new parts) effectively do anything but gum stuff , so's most of system needed replaced. But then all I did was fix stuff that occasionally someone previously tried 'sealer' to fix. The compressor always had to be replaced (even if it didn't leak) cause labor to clean it exceed value. That said, a cowboy once had me do ac service after every crimp/junction and most of compressor had been coated with industrial epoxy. I near died laughing . Valiant attempt, but I'd never seen anything so bizarre.
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  1770. Major Maintenance Malfeasance ?
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  1771. Most modified/HI lifted trks are blessed with certain signage for the very reason Ray notes on Rodentest bout ride and drive quality,..... FOR SALE
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  1772. ​ @CallieCarter145 Yuge Market !
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  1773. You are correct. Our forced use of ethanol is but another Hoax, not unlike the days when USA Fed Gov't proclaimed smoking tobacco wasn't hazardous to humans health. Ethanol blend is a similar agricultural bandaid for a commodity that's been over production in USA. Don't believe any other countries use food to augment gasoline.
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  1774. Bald Tires Means No Money for Repairs. We ask for $500 deposit on these gems so sort 'Wheat from Chafe'
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  1775. They'er OK til you exceed FoMoCo design limits. Even tru forged rods woulda bent/broke with what happened here. Amazingly the Cast pistons held up. A tribute to their engineering. The Forged crank is a piece of art , similar to porsche race cranks, and was also undamaged. The fault here is how H2O got into this running motor . Mustang's OE air intake system is pretty much bullet proof, til vehicle submerged above the wheels. Or an aftermarket system has replaced it.
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  1776.  @tdogj2084  Diesel's have their own set of problems , mostly emission control or related . Ford has 7.3 pushrod , 2v Gas motor option for 2021 f250 and above trucks as a low cost diesel alternative and v10 Mod replacment. It's GM LS type design is obvious along with its similar impressive torque and HP.
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  1777. Pretty good reinforcement to recommended 'Never buy used BMW unless it's free'
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  1778. Wonder when a Ford Godzilla will be featured. Basically a big block LS type design that's been out since 2020 in F250 & up.
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  1779. Permanent Window/Door Storm shutters mite be good as more storms hit frequently.
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  1780. Exhaust Work is Too Time Consuming & Exhausting , Too.
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  1781. You must not have to spend much time in 'stop&go' traffic . Used to enjoy 5 spd celica. Parked it for slushbox camry when 20 min drive became 1hr of slo moving parking lot.
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  1782. This Jeep Lookin like Exercise in Futility !! Any chance of Powertrain longevity dependant on Deeper Gearing for Yuge Tyres (4.88s in Dana 60 housings highly advised)
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  1783. Definitely Ford Tuf. The EFI model is the best for transplants.
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  1784. Are You Positive..................or just trying to confuse
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  1785. Crime scene dissolution here is similar to Waco Siege. Little left available for civilian investigation. Here , much video probably remains unseen for possibly clarification.
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  1786. Toyota recall on these motors . Morons decreased piston oil ring drain holes. Even frequent oil changes the holes plug up. Extended warranty overhauled with nu piston, rod & brng sets. Expensive fix. DIY Could drill out piston oil ring drain holes and put all old pts bak and would run fine for nx 200K .
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  1787. Hydraulic mtr mounts common as NVH control. Sum lektricly stiffen! As if fed small blu pill. Also pricey.
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  1788. Your great opportunity however, is only available to few.
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  1789. Motor Serial's shoulda made this an easy case for any DA's case of felony fraud. Vendor should have noted return was not motor sold . I don't mind checks , cause item is held till I've cash in hand. Documentation paramont on all serialed parts to prevent fraud loss. Signage @ recycle yard I worked in 70's " In God We Trust - All Others Pay Cash "
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  1790. BMW critters are nortoriously overboard on complexity. Their propriety helps keep their foibles 'in house', away from prying eyes. Heat related ailments are common to many of their engines due to Turbo 'packaging' constraints. If this powerplant's replacement was a complete unit w/wire harness, it speaks volumes of expensive repair costs.
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  1791. Ya. Being a year of lotsa climate weather anomalies , eh. Hard to believe non science politicals still push them as non pattern change, rare singular events. Likely not much we can do for kwik remedies anyway , given current population dynamics.
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  1792. F150 needs brake sweep of all components with rubber. Nothing lasts forever but a sweep will get it another decade or 2 down the Roadent. (I've keep our 66 F100 stopping with 2 sweeps since bought 1978) Ya , no parts problems on ol FoMoCo trucks
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  1793. If it had been a Canadian car over 1 year old , it would be on a brage heading out to sea helping grow the artificial fish reef.
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  1794. Owner wise in providing all parts needed for a 'Sweep' maintenance to keep the critter goin another 185K. That said, you'd think Toyota gaskets would last longer than 15 years , 180k miles. Incredible fail ......! Eh.
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  1795. Ya, undoubtedly aeration type fail. Factory knows issue but hasn't installed Accusump type solution to prevent $25,000usd engine destruction
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  1796. Anyone else run into sized AC ports? On olden stuff(like this) I've had more than a few with line port threads degraded to unusable (and sum where valve broke off.). Line had to be replaced. Customer faced with xtra costs.
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  1797. RAM was made separate division as trucks are the only profitable part of old Mopar empire now owned by Fiat. (Same applies to Jeeps)
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  1798.  @Taid44  while most can't diagnose/fix late models , we can attempt to and @ least make them 'Different'.......
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  1799. Yellow Things Detect Radio Active stuff. FED Required.
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  1800. Wonder when Fords 7.3 Godzilla Big Block will be featured. Basically a large bore LS type design in F250 & up since 2020
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  1801.  @jeremysexton7338  No such timing chain recall found for 4.3. TENSIONER/GUIDE was added to later production. Is that your reference ? Let he who is without engineering fault cast the first Titanium Block
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  1802. Antique OBD 1 van driven til it died. Advisable to take $500 cash deposit before any diagnosis. This will be another Sad Sack restoration costing $1000s
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  1803. @ FoMoCo & GM shop's I worked in the 70's-80s, it wasn't a leak till it dripped on the ground. GM switched to black engine paint to make leaks less obvious, tho they claimed it helped dissapate heat. They were using GMS instead of gaskets then. But still had lotsa warrrety oil leaks. Ya that stuff didn't work well even in pristine factory conditions.
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  1804. Discontinued 2011 & replaced by LS types. Like most Multi Valve OHC engines, it's needless expensive complexity has been shown up by LS designs Not a unit worth repairs other than sentimental concerns.
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  1805. Here's where your $5 a pound purchase is actually a 10 cent a pound value !
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  1806. Appears to be classic case of any repair costs exceeding vehicle value , including MSRP B4 1st sold. Was run with no oil pressure , Sump pulled 4 inspection[then reglued] , Owner unable to foot repair $$$.Then vehicle 'Accidently fell off a Cliff' Every reusable part is worth[at least] twice eng salvage cost. Cause people grow old waiting for rare European diesel parts. AKA, "you've been to the DLR, Now you've come to the Stealer. Pay your money ,and off you goes.
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  1807. 'Free the rocks' has correct policy on this nitch. Most quality Top Shops have speciality equip, techs for this area. I mite try to fix my own or at least freeze it closed. But , so far, none of our Toyota roofs has goofed tho sum 20+ yo
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  1808. This destroyed engine obviously replaced another destroyed engine. Kinda shows owner into destructive testing , minimal upkeep , but well funded at some level.
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  1809. Really ! Ray must be an idiot or possibly Hummer setup a tad different.
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  1810. Much cooler for drive home....
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  1811. Golden Ray became very profitable Tourists attraction. Despite the constant noise , fire & Smoke, throngs gathered 24/7 to sea the spectacle. This Clam-ality no different. Millions, globally want to watch how massive wrecks of Incompetence are fixed. Should be Daily hour on national TV with the workers featured as "The Kleenup Krew"
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  1812. Luck of the Draw on new parts anymore. Used to bee (pre 2007) less than 1% fail. Probably over 10% now.
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  1813. Most repop headlight assemblies cost $100-$140 pr. Mite be mo cost effective depending on labor chg'd.
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  1814. Wow . Wheelless trailer is prima vera evidence of 'Reckless Endangerment' Call to hiway patrol mite help avoid needless blood bath.......
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  1815. No
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  1816. Hurry Cane effect..... comes bak to haunt
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  1817. Unreliability Champion
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  1818. When it comes to a shop doing the repairs, the main objective is to fix it right, avoiding comebacks and upset customers. Vehicles that have expensive/& sketchy parts aren't their problem
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  1819. Sounds lots like BMW S. O. P.
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  1820. Don't believe Fed's call about any pending action. They either show up (then it's serious) or send a letter (not so serious)
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  1821. Just break out the ol ck book and pay the man for All his hours
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  1822. Another good Cat s thing.
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  1823. New parts are only new. 3 to 15% are junk for various reasons. FoMoCo parts seem more reliable (if available) since 2007 when the other 2 domestic MFG's bankrupted, losing QC control of many parts they had made til then.
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  1824. This is actually a Toyota Matrix, the last Tin Indian
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  1825. Volunteer to be the camera man
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  1826. AC techs who found leaking refrigerant were required to then evacuate said system some yrs bak. Customer was charged for the diagnosis and test refrigerant. I told shop owner I'd be ok with that if personal security was provided to prevent unhappy owners venting on techs. In the end neither happened and vehicles left with working/leaking AC in spite of law. As the last link in the repairs chain , techs are either Hero or the Zero (which most customers who decline fix feel techs are)
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  1827. Ray May Bee On To Something Here...... Specializing in Trans Repair eliminates 90% of normal shop probs w customers and part's. It's very high profits compared to general Repair. Trans guy @ Ford Shop did 3 complete RR&O'Haul C4 Trans a day . Each job paid 10 hrs.
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  1828. Very Normal Broken 3.6! Any performance problems require New Engine. Nx Stop for Van Salvage Yard
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  1829. Active Service can be avoiding Active Service
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  1830. Really ?
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  1831. Another $30,000 repair. Why no warranty on 20K engine ?
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  1832. NO
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  1833. Time for Nascar type diff cooling for those heavy cash and bullion loads
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  1834. They're already hi demand. check out pricing on any in good shape
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  1835. It's a Piece. That's fer sure
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  1836. SCANNER SEZ - BREAK OUT WALLET !
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  1837. Only Toyota has a reliable CVT. Theirs has a separate low gear amongst other differences
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  1838. Round Rock was 14th safest city in USA 2022. Unrestricted Carry Laws and wide area notice of event will be players in cause. Lack of Critical Thinking and logical Problem Solving education are becoming apparent with increasing tendency to use fatal means of resolventcy. That over 40% of vote age adults support this method is unsettling.
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  1839. Ya , changes , like mustard gas poisoning from our propane leak detectors. Back when us mechs was a dime a doz. What nu culture hath wrought is there's now less than one in million citizens with Ray's skills. Try to find one and try to drive something that exudes reliability.
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  1840. Feeding your equipment to your ride makes repairs difficult and kinda expensive
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  1841. Ray knows better than most that if most fixes 4 a given code on given motor vin are identical, that's a good place for diagnosis start. Probably what this savy Cust did. 2 car gas station I worked would charge double for such repairs. Cause most custs don't realize parts profits pay the rent and utilities. There's no Free' Lunch for anything anymore, Folks. If You Wants to Play....... You Got's to Pay !
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  1842. Ray enjoys keeping all the Interweb Moms on their toes
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  1843. Ya, thanks to Jeeps - Stellantis vehicles, Ray's family will never go hungry or lack shelter. Someone put a new pump in , then moroned out on clean tank. Typical these days
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  1844. If it's OBD 1 , time to recycle
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  1845. On Average, this about normal lifespan for kia hyundai. But , driving in water above air intake line often results in expensive alternative transportation !
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  1846. WoW, what a very basic and cool solution. Many Thanks
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  1847. FoMoCo eliminated 'Spit Hole' oiling of Cyl thrust side on 2.3Ls . Saved bout nickel per rod. Above Mason-dixon line colder temps caused major 'scuffing' and yuge warranty costs for rebore overhaul or shortblok replacement
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  1848. What the customer wants is what the customer gets... Even if it ultimately provides Ray a future op to fix a broken engine !
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  1849. Ya to that , tho ur 68 Camero in un rusted condition would command a kings ransom today. The Toyota would merely be continuing it's ridiculously long service life.....
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  1850.  @woodway11  Many CA expats surround us here in CenTex. Having left for one reason or another. Mostly selling expensive property there and buying similar for a third or less until recently. A few no doubt enjoy TX emission free registration of anything over 25 yo like 94 Silverado and ancient GM 65 Chevelle and 72 nova I still drive occasionally. Also several Toyota Celicas and a trusty 88 Camry wgn , handy in hi fuel prices currently. These vehicles are considered inconsequential in the environment issue here . Most helpful to an old rodder still enjoying a 'Stop Lite Gran Prix' or two. So , ya, I understand your pleasant thoughts of fun cars past
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  1851. Some of us wear ugly unfashionable clothes due to age (who cares what Social Security only income men wear?) Cargo pants have lotsa pockets to carry snacks, water for pr of Pointer companions
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  1852. Hardly a Failure. Ray's only obligation is to repair what's presented. I'm sure he notified owner potential expenses involved. Sometimes head must be removed for access to fix this common issue on aged LS/LT engines !
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  1853. Office Lotto: guess MB ttl repair costs to closest $1000 !
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  1854. Episode reminds recent Mag test of Hi End Euro rides. M-B entry had shiftlessness probs. After 4 hrs wasted doing uplink reprograming a tow brought wounded behemoth back to mfg shop. A replacement trans waz the correct fix. Sumtimes mechanical stuff can't be repaired by telemetry !
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  1855. FoMoCo has their engineering and manufacturing prowess on full display in F Lightning. Obviously other mfg's will be hard pressed to offer equivalent price value and performance . Not to mention FoMoCo's extensive service and parts entities will bring service info transparency and parts availability that other makes have hidden thru proprietary agendas. This will make survival of many EV mfg's very difficult.
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  1856. Ya, never made beans on Hondas, even less on Toyota in 45 yr career. It's the less reliables that made for good paychecks !
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  1857. Ah Yes . Infamous LS type motor Engineering Magnificence designed by NHRA Record holders. Simplicity, reliability in a compact burgeoning Powerful aluminum form. Proof the ancient 2 valve pushrod engine still has a few tricks up it's sleeve. It actually predates GMs bankruptcy. If you don't have a few yet , let your search begin.
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  1858. Can of Lysol much less costly than day off work for those who've no income protection. Staying well usually preferred over feeling incapacitated & feverish.
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  1859. Such Foolishness... Rays generosity has made jeep axels 3x more salvage value than entire vehicle was when it rolled in. Junkyarder who finds these in next few years will indeed think lady luck's raining cash on his project.
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  1860. Ya , most motors sit down @ trans end, Hence plumbers gravity rule applies. 'Stuff tends to flo downhill' Crank removal is by techs preference dependent on end result desired. Rods need to be pushed down abit to clear crank anyway, so many often remove the assembly to avoid damaged piston if it were to fall out.
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  1861. Rack boot appears chewed. Is this car from a GTO farm ? (pun intended)
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  1862. Salt aire Corrosion.........?
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  1863. Ya, you should
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  1864. Nothing a few $Thou won't fix. Were it the LS V8 , I'd encourage owner to sell.... Immediately.....To Moi ...!
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  1865. Abraham Lincoln's 1st assassination attempt resulted in a bullet thru his top hat . Aug 1864 near the Soldiers Home. Fired by a sniper @ 50yds distance. The next attempt was @ point blank range in Fords theater. Little wonder 45 has great concren for it's personal safety @ this time.
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  1866.  @denverbasshead  wise decision
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  1867.  @genghischuan4886  Apparently so. My era ended 2017. Probably only replaced half doz @ that point. Usually super long milers, recco'd doing all. Saw many more bad direct coils which seemed odd as each did a fraction of the single coil ign types that seldom quit.
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  1868.  @genghischuan4886  interesting synopsis . What's your back ground? Mechanical/Electrical engineering ?
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  1869.  @stansmith4054  ya ,one of points here was injector probs seems mo prevalent on newer stuff ....
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  1870.  @deadtreebark  Or just slide a nu Jeep under the coolant cap !
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  1871.  @stevewhiting556  Wow that's the Count Dracula edition of the ultimate BMW repair Nitemares . The gut wretching ending of it Never running rite after $20k pts & labor and then sold for scrap price is Alford Hitchcock worthy.
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  1872. Doesn't pass any safety or emission tests. Will never be sold in N.A. Surprised it wasn't held up in U.S. Customs for non compliance !
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  1873. Hurry-Cane effect......... Comes bak to Haunt.
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  1874. You just gave away the reason That Shop belly upped........
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  1875. Thunder pumpkin's The Master of the Apparent
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  1876. Trk is shining example of what's increasingly happening due to fewer (daily) experienced techs still working. Ya all to often the cust is victimized by shops lacking credible techs.
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  1877. A Bunch !
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  1878. Gee , Thanks for info. I'll bet noone else on earth knows that .
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  1879.  @meme8315  That also works good for most....
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  1880.  @timmotel5804  Just find out where their last good Vette tech is now in practice.
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  1881. Any engine damage dooms this car. Too Bad Toyota powertrains aren't a fit. Then you'd have good reliability. But actually less costly to buy new Corolla Cross. Drive it nx 2 decades
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  1882. Oil kills Cats
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  1883.  @fredwalker839  Your observations are well taken. Modern design has made it so that tire and other mundane maint require forethought, focus to complete without disaster. Traits no longer taught or encouraged in basic Ed. Also reason Experienced Techs are very rare commodity.
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  1884. Who amongst us, under 50yo , would have working experience to repair either of these carbs (if parts were avail). Out of production 30+ yrs. Replacement w/nu is the only hope. Most production shops would avoid this ancient complexity for good reason.
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  1885. Skullduggery afoot....? Appears to have been purposefully destroyed
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  1886. If you wants to play , you gots to pay. Tho wheel spacers Sketchy, (None D.O.T. approved) many still use them, ignorant that it's now the only thing holding the Wheel on ! They also change the steering angles and increase wear on drive and suspension parts as we see here.
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  1887. These engines are Junk
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  1888. 'Blue a Seal' sounds alot like Sarah Palin parody
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  1889. Hard to believe any old Mopar vans still out there motivating along. They had bad habit of Mission Impossible Self Destructing Trans every 20-40K
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  1890. The only way to ruin one of these is moronic non maintenance. Not a fan per se, but fixed enuf vehicles so equipped. Many over 250k. A few needed injectors , most just tune parts . It's actually the AMC 4.2 from the dawn of time. Cylinder heads interchange
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  1891.  @michaelpressman7203  Many Thanks & bak @ you frm CenTex
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  1892. Hard to believe this shops lacks a simple gear lube pump
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  1893. Every cloud has silver lining
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  1894. Cad has valve body worn ck balls syndrome , mite not need complete ohaul. S10 has OOR Tires that will vibrate no matter if balanced. Tire shops used to have Truing equipment, but very rare today. Try shop that specializes in Race tires as custs often have nu ones shaved to their spec.
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  1895.  @aaronbritt2025  you're rite. Liability is max concern . Especially on vehicles with reliability issues.
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  1896.  @dalemauritz991  Superior Engineering.......?
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  1897.  @Vaticider69  It's a good way to grow old fast
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  1898.  @daveclark8337  Are you insinuating the product is Junk.. compared to competition ??
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  1899.  @stevewhiting556  Gee , i'll bet thats why there's oddles of FoMoCo in CenTex. Its all most cities use also. I still use the '66 Camper Spl F100 I bought in '78
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  1900.  @dotar9586  That mite help with now needed long term rental.
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  1901.  @dalemauritz991  @ least it was 25 yr old. . But added hours to a long repair.
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  1902.  @Wakeupandsniffthecoffee  Good that dlr held up their end and kept you mobil thur thick and thin.
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  1903. Suspect vehicle was mud/river/canyon bogging @ hi RPM when a rod broke [from hydrolock.. Then Run til it wouldn't
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  1904. This Style self adjusts when park brake used. All the way in sez wasn't done @ factory or New Car Make Ready Good Help Hard To Find
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  1905. Not much choice on stuff like this. Making a similar cable @ shop level would take a day (if correct tools available). Cost$$ = Huge !
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  1906. The VW dealer claims of 'bad piston' was merely their conveyance that ANY repair of this engine exceeds vehicle value even if it's New
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  1907. Engine's last owners quit doing oil changes, then ran it overheated til steam came out tailpipe. Foolish! Reasonably repairable . I'm sure it's already been sold to one of many who still seek these stalwarts.
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  1908. Lifeless Oil is the Worst..!
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  1909. Perhaps fixing a more reliable make/engine vehicle would be longer lasting contribution ?
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  1910. Nothing wrong with most tire puncture repairs to 1/4in. Quality Plug, boot, & patch mfg's will warranty them........ But the tires mfg specs and warranty is null and void once that happens.
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  1911. Having Fun Yet ?
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  1912.  @OneTrueCat  That's Fantastic
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  1913.  @aaronbritt2025  Ya on that. Modified vehicles appeal to very few buyers, a nitch mkt @ best.
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  1914. Reach out and touch somebody The AT&T needle scaler. Speedy dental cleaning too
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  1915. If Rado has bad tires , it Bails.
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  1916. Why Would They ?
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  1917.  @everyhandletaken  That's Amazing
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  1918. Monday was actually a Fed holiday, that should be added to benefits for all those under $100k yrly.. That Said , no tech(of any sort) should work over 5 daz wk. Most will put 50-80 hrs in in that period. Anymore leads to excessive injuries, comebaks, & disgruntled Custs. Eh !
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  1919. Wow. The ensuing metric - English measurement discussion here incredible..... Like breaking open hornets nest. Go 4 It, contestants
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  1920. Should be bout $3000 labor
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  1921. At least Mustang plug access munch better than many 4.6 , 5.4 trucks. Found out Tx DPS techs Always Replaced All Coils, boots, plugs for any misfire on these engines
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  1922. Looking like more frequent oil chg mite help this engines replacment
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  1923. Oh , Rats. They moved in early, Knowing most Mopar's not long til permanently stationary.
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  1924. My rust solution was relocation to CenTex frm Quebec in the 60s. Has worked well. No complaints
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  1925. Dealer Labor $150 hr. Tech gets $20-$25 . Has to provide own tools. Making Compentent Techs rare commodity
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  1926. Obviously , The Mind of Minolta !
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  1927.  @nickmalone3143  Is There a Difference ?
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  1928. Wow, All that effort and expense.. And it's still a 10 cent a pound car.
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  1929. Junk new parts &/or wiring issues. Hi resistance is causing pump feed wire to get hot. Probably heat what's caused it to fall out of fues box. At some point most shops put this vintage stuff on time plus back burner so that kwik service customers don't get left behind and antique owners know fixes will be very expensive.
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  1930. Repaired tyre has absolutely no mfg warranty or DOT Certification of any sort.
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  1931. ​ @john7017 Fortunate if that worked.....
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  1932. Ya, Midwest vehicles that cat can't access thru holes are advertised as 'Rust Free'
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  1933. Ah , the ol Stelentis No Parts Available Trick. Sure way to encourage Trade In for another Ram..... or something else maybe
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  1934.  @TheFallenAngel13524  Ya . Likely scenario. Once again great inconvenience, needless expense for owner.
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  1935. No doubt Bucko owner has restoring in back of mind. Paying shops to do the 'Gravy' brake, etc work means they'll spend six figures to get it there.
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  1936. Really didn't need complete teardown.....Most of recipociting assembly is already in the oilpan
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  1937. Book Time only applies to nu Shiney stuff . Crud,corrosion, modification ,diagnosis is xtra.....ALOT XTRA
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  1938. Check the interweb with actual code , etc. Most KIA- H probs are common, you'll find
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  1939. MB owners easily afford nu tyres , not to worry.
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  1940.  @GG-gotr6  Ya to that. No secret most lux vehicles eat parts lots kwiker than avg camry. Just pt of game.. If U Wants 2 Play, U Gots 2 Pay
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  1941. Ford
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  1942.  @johnt.848  Actually made it easier for my ol eyes to read. So for sum caps works out ok.
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  1943.  @ppumpkin3282  Doesn't even come close. That's why there's few excellent ones around and fewer every to year as time takes it's toll
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  1944.  @wonniewarrior  Your options, given current disatisfaction with your current service provider (whom should be notified about this issue) are to find a more competent one or train yourself to become one.
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  1945.  @aaronbritt2025  hardly crap, your figures show significant capital, just in Storage. Hope it's sucurely anchored to the floor or similar immovable object.
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  1946. 1/4 M. mile reliable under 3L turbo'd gas engines shouldn't be to tuf or expensive to develop in this day and age. Many domestic V8 types achieved that goal after unleaded fuel became common. Seems like plenty of info on what's needed to be fixed from warranty issues should be abundant by now.
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  1947. That one sur had alota umbilicals , didn't it !
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  1948. Honda made sur you couldn't drive off if alt ka poot and lo volts too. Better stuck parked than highway side ..... maybe ?
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  1949. Nuts not to do full "sweep' on maintenance parts on hi labor ops.
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  1950. ​ @beverlyweber171 Ya, I've seen folks trying that stunt, apparently unaware
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  1951. Total waste of Master Tech Ray's time doing LOFs. Same as having a Neurologist washing windows.
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  1952. I liked using those daz to visit other shops. Occasionally did find better . Ultimate was affluent neighborhood service station for last 25 yrs i worked.
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  1953. If never before fixed..... The pickup to oil pump O-ring age fails. Ya , you gots to drop pan to fix. If pan contains no 'Sparkels' , ur good to go.
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  1954. Another Toyota's reputation sullied by another shops incompetence. For vehicles with Port Fuel Inj., simply adding Techron type cleaner to fuel tank occasionally is all that's needed. For those with Only Direct Inj. , grab your ankles for an expensive reaming when intake clogs with carbonization.......
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  1955. No
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  1956.  @maxmcarnage7642  I'm sure he appreciates your generosity. Also have a few of my Dad's tools that I unsuccessfully tried to mod our 2stroke mower with. I'm sure I easily cleared $100k on tools in my 45 yr wrenching career.
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  1957. Great example of why replacing only the compressor Clutch is seldom cost effective.
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  1958. These motors not known for oil starvation issues , per se. Cautions for frequent [2-3k] oil changes &/or high quality synth oils due to heat/age oil breakdowns are recco'd to prevent fails as above showed. Motors subject to frequent thrashings, continuous Hi RPM ,etc need more 'Frequent Love' to prolong their service.
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  1959. Time for Coyote power, tho GM's foray into LS development has shown FoMoCo dropped push rod engines prematurely. ....... But has since rejoined with the 7.3 Godzilla LS type design. NHRA nitro burners have never found anything better than the 2 valve push rod engine design tho all others have been tried.
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  1960. Ah, Yes......."The Ol broken Clock Spring Trick" Maxwell Smart
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  1961. Used to be main efi relay on olden hondas
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  1962. Most shops refuse any late model euros due to nitemare complexity
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  1963. Had to take them off after being filled with sweat. Shop servants were slo bring up replacements ......................................
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  1964. Has yours taken a dump previously ?
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  1965. We chg triple labor for cust supplied pts to cover time researching if they're correct and cover parts profit that pays shop rent,utilities, etc
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  1966. Any ideas about toxicity of exhaust during regen ? Got's to be good idea not breathing the air within 50-100 fts of tailpipe since carbon is being vaporized into nearby atmosphere. Same as Self clean oven. This level of heat can vaporize Diamonds!
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  1967.  @christophervanzetta  more plants mite be the ultimate fix, eh.
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  1968.  @millwrightman99  Well cared 1995 C91 Caprice bought 2001 was closest domestic to best handling, comfortable long range ride for over 5 years. Sold to acquaintance who needed same when i no longer did. They used it another 3 yrs til retirement. Maroon with maroon interior hid its police car options. Only needed usual upkeep parts, maintenance all that time.
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  1969.  @jasonroberts5746  You Got'er Done anyway.........
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  1970. Thanks for tip. Ordering today , just in case
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  1971.  @73amx63  Ya , they should have the rite stuff to fix this 304 SS stuff
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  1972.  @Brisco_County_Jr  Double Check ypur facts Senor Brisco. The use of SS alloys for most vehicles exhaust including GM started with the Age of Catalytic Converters.Why Then?
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  1973.  @Brisco_County_Jr  Because Gov't dictated Cats be warranted 50,000 mi. This made the use of SS Alloys favorable to reduce warranty costs. GM has used lo grade SS over 2 decades. It won't polish but will corrode somewhat, generally outlasting vehicle life.
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  1974.  @Brisco_County_Jr  Actually if you check recent GM Hi Perf V8 Engines , you'll see OE real SS 'shorty style' header manifolds. Vettes & Cameros . Everything else is still cast iron .
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  1975.  @Brisco_County_Jr  Leave it to GM to 'Cheap Out' on materials specs. Impressive V8 Engines. Rest of vehicle , not so Much. Since their bankruptcy, quality issues garner too much attention.
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  1976. Good reason to renu intake gaskets. They fail due to age compression as well as lotsa heat cycles anyway.
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  1977.  @BuzzLOLOL  wow. Your ACTech knew how to fix stuff permanently
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  1978.  @jonathansherwood5841  thanks for tool reference
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  1979. Theory amongst mobile tire repair techs is Rain makes nails, etc lol stand on end causing increase in flats .
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  1980. No more feeding people to Lions This is what passes for today's entertainment
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  1981. Be Careful about Working on LS/LT engines. Their impressive response to modification is Addictive. You're tempted to try more on the next one, just to see if a streetable 5.3 w/ 400hp @ the wheels is achievable.
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  1982. depends on quality of those items. Most nu vehicles have Coatings impervious to near all chemicals. There are (expensive) polomers with same properties. Sum even bullet proof.
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  1983. Trailer door sukurity door bar locks all well and good........... Til banditos make off with entire rig. 3ft deep concrete ground anchors with Cruze ship chain mite slo them down til . 50 cal anti escape device can be deployed !
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  1984. Be sure to add pint oil over full mark to help prevent similar if you ruf run your ride.......
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  1985. Rubbermaid XXL Spatula
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  1986. Day forget to do a $300 detail Svc too
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  1987. Its what allows Pts Co executives to drive Ferrari's
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  1988. Didn't have too. He noticed it on initial roadent test , instantly nu problem source.
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  1989. Didn't no Jeeps iz Submarine Rated. No doubt a pricey option, with several upgrates , Depends, on how far ye wish to Sink
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  1990. Experience is the Only Teacher in this career
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  1991. Never fix or partially repair anything you think could cause a wreck/casualties. Avoid creating a customers funeral you'd feel obligated to attend.
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  1992.  @misbeautifulable  why was work not covered by mfg's warranty ?
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  1993. Problems with correct part SKU's and new parts fails have been a plague since the 2007 recession that only Ford survived in usa. The others went bankrupt and sold off most OE supporting MFG, R& D companies. GM had to go with Asian made driveshafts and rear axels then, for example. Buying Delco no longer was <1% fail as subcontractors merely put their junk in authorized Delco boxes as another. Chrysler became a mere 'Fig Newton' of it's former glory then and only the pickup is profitable now [with its completly severed from Chrysler, goat emblem]
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  1994. Our shop used to chg double labor on most owner supplied parts . To cover the lost profit. Eventually we wouldn't accept those vehicles. We were too busy to deal with uninformed customers.
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  1995. @Joseph Randazzo  Hardly Crooked. Just good business. Parts profits pay shop overhead. Labor pays Rent/Mtg and all employees besides the Techs. The warranty aspect you mention is exactly why we discontinued taking in customer Parts supplied jobs. Between (often) incorrect and poor quality stuff , it was too time consuming. Do you ever take your own food to a restaurant to be cooked ?
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  1996. once again problem is not the make, but incomplete previous fix attempt. Good help's hard to find. An experienced tech nearly impossible
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  1997.  @ssnerd583  That's Good !
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  1998. Lucky You
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  1999. Massive Recipocating Mass spending lotsa time @ Hi RPM needed to get sketchy transmission in action to move 3500 lb load from dead starts appears to be the failure cause. Munch Lighter components needed for any chance of reliability
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  2000. Nothing wrong here that a few thou$$ won't fix.
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  2001. Re: Compressor Magic Action. Does Ray Know How to Win the Crowd or what ?
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  2002. At least you're still here to tell your story. Me long lost Bro was runted over by a Cadillac in similar mishap and left @ 42 some three decades ago.
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  2003.  @stealthg35infiniti94  pretty sur that was noted shortly after scanner data was accessed
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  2004.  @ajaywhite9103  Begs the Question? Which is the Worst'est of the 2?
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  2005. This nu age of Moronism is having negative impact on all facets of Quality of Life. Interweb, social media have created army's of ignorant souls believing they aren't
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  2006. The Rodents Won't Know What to do with Themselves !
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  2007. Repairs involving rusted fasteners are Exhausting !
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  2008. Bet ol Ray thinks twice before replacing studs that still have serviceable threads.
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  2009. In All - A totally ReVolting issue is ReSolved
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  2010. Bee sure to Red locktite all threads.
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  2011. Unless you're well versed in complex vehicle repairs and have all the tools and O.E. service books, hiring competent tech will likely be less expensive .
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  2012. All the more gooder reasons to never buy one of these.
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  2013. Name One Vehicle whose similar fixes aren't Expensive..........
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  2014. What ! Another Fiat not Submarine Duty rated! Expensive Boat Anchor
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  2015. Towed to Ray's from Cowboy Bob's Not Really Repair Shop !
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  2016. Future hired help will be Auto Gate operator. Floor maintainer, gofer , etc.
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  2017. Just Salvage Removal likely runs Several Billion. Ship Repairs Millions. Bridge Replacement? 4Billion. All costs including lost commerce, lost wages, belong to Ship owners, most likely to geaux bankrupt . Ship's likely found to be improperly maintained/repaired to the point of Criminal Negligence. Yuge Legal issues but not nearly as enjoyable as watching these Massive Engineering ones getting resolved by folks who actually know what they're doing !
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  2018. You Have Found The Answer !
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  2019. Modern engines should only use exact OE type spark plugs..to avoid nitemares
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  2020. Your access to correct ECU and program its anti theft overcome major obstacles most face trying similar revivals.
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  2021. Lasers is good. Great gun sights too. Once calibrated, bullet goes thur the dot. Point & Shoot
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  2022. Pretty Cool vehicle/home lektric @ 1/100th nu Lightning costs. Ya , in FL your always recovering from or preparing for The Next Big Blow.
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  2023. Lo Cost means No Interest. Usually lasts longer than vehicle life. Complexity and Yuge size eliminate this well engineered motor from alternative uses. Those will remain the domain of robust pushrod V engines ad infinim
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  2024. Shop needs to write it up as unsafe to drive for stated reasons. Just in case liability questions arise later.
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  2025. GM unlikely to Warranty modified vehicles
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  2026. Common Interior H2O intrusion in this nu a vehicle kinda points @ incomplete engineering development...... Eh.
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  2027. Tool box locks no help here , cept from mice. All drawers must be steel banded shut and boxes welded to the floor to thwart today's pirates or you'll lose everything.
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  2028. Anyway you look @ this VW Good Deal...... it's time for an expensive replacement. Trik engine cover hides very Euro Rube Goldberg type NYC plumbing nitemare. Made of lo quality polymers that quickly become brittle, fracturing if disturbed (or not)
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  2029. Jeeparodo occupies some expensive territory, but's not generating a dime of profit. Each shop lift should produce minimum $1000 gross daily. They're not for permanent parking.......
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  2030. The Fact these V6's suffer common short-term fails is disconcerting as to acquiring one unless it's free of charge !
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  2031. Little reason to tempt fate , moto cycling in busy City. When you've a Happy family with young kids depending on you to be there every day.
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  2032. A pack of Thieves lurk @ every corner , rdy to seize any treasure Why , some folks even claim the last Election is now missing.......
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  2033. Amen, that.
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  2034. Was jus Wilding.... Cleaning out the Carbon. Eventually odds catch up to risky behavior .! Jus hope your not in the way.
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  2035. Somebody made Expensive misteak. FOMOCO unlikely to shell out a penny unless trk is frm huge Fleet buyer. .
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  2036. Ya , why not use the lift.......? You don't owe anyone your limb & life.
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  2037. How come all the windows, power seat and antenna all still work on my dogmobil 76 Olds Custom Cruiser ??
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  2038. I've seen that pushrod/rocker wear on several LS type 150K + motors. Not so much an oil pressure issue, more like lube age breakdown, likely infrequent maintaince . In any case toss the old and new replace with lotsa asm lube,
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  2039. Sure munch be lotsa 4 foot tall drivers. If tech can't get in it , it can't get fixed.
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  2040. Which is real oft in Florida...
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  2041. Not everyone is an Einstein...
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  2042. another Nasty As diesel. thankfully these long carbon chain garbage spewing , asthma health nitemare creators will soon disappear from consumer use .
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  2043.  @RainmanRaysRepairs  once FoMoCo's EV side is @ full production, Tesla likely to falter . (Hence fewer showrooms) As will most other EV brands.
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  2044. Techs face your exact hardships Quite often as similar problems seldom return enuf to 'learn the fix sequences'
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  2045. Probably $millions to Repair. Missing Anchor is tangled in cable. Time to write a Big Check.
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  2046. You just can't MacGyver too much. Don't mind borrowing fix ideas from any source that's mo clever and helps create a different path to viewing problems.
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  2047. Stellantis products in general are great for USA economy. Their frequent needs of repair keep parts MFG's busy trying to keep up. Also providing thousands of Techs with plenty of work helps keep their families fed and sheltered
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  2048. Actually they have returned ........as Super Pricey EV's
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  2049. Never with timely maintenance
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  2050. Not exactly the greatest vehicle to hit the rodent in. Hood mount jack becomes the executioner, reeking havoc to all in it's way after ripping loose in a Crash.
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  2051.  @fredwalker839  Mr. GTO
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  2052. really!
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  2053. Sketchy Jeep Steering falls into Ralph Nader's 'Unsafe @ any Speed' category......
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  2054. No Good Deed Shall Geaux Unpunished. Customer asked to have windshield sticker removed from cadillac w/inner impact coating. Soft Impact Coating was scratched during no chg removal. Husband objected. Shop ate $1300 new windshield !
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  2055. Obviously Pedal Down Operation til it lost power. Unnesseccary failure is agreed
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  2056. Jeeps is Great Service vehicles. They help thousands of techs keep roof overhead & food on the table. Go Ahead -Say it ain't So !
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  2057. ... As owner will soon realize....
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  2058. A word of Caution writing estimates on Vintage autos. Expect the Worse. Much easier to reduce the Total , than ask for More.
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  2059. Was that 1st step in cyl head R&R
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  2060. Tires worn into cords is Giant Red Flag. Immediately obtain $500 cash deposit before wasting any more time. 95% chance owner bails on anything profitable. Rich folks don't daily drive old luxury autos.
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  2061. Ancient GM goes quarter million miles with Bosco fixes. Bummer limps past 100k and needs equity loan, but's only worth ten cents a pound.
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  2062. cars on the fl coasts have lotsa salt air corrosion. Body usually rots from top down.......
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  2063. Those aren't q's Ray can't answer either. But we do know that this fool is driving clapped out car on pubic hwys til it's fixed
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  2064.  @mumulester  'he' being...?
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  2065. It was a Minor mechanical mishap. Easily rectified with $10-20K infusion
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  2066.  @kenanderson9331  nearly deaf old tech now, but 'Can't u hear me Knocking' clatter signifies yuge economic setbacks.
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  2067.  @kenanderson9331  Did you ever move on to Coyote power ?
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  2068. Just hop on over with your pressure tester and help out Ol' Ray.
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  2069. In Toyota's, this stuff doesn't fail til over 3 decades old.
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  2070. Incredible to note increase in public's ignorance, decrease in I.Q. over last few decades, not only USA, but also globally. The ignorant are easily misled
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  2071.  @intentionaloffside8934  Or a bunch of really yuge fans moving lotsa Air
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  2072. Arn't these the same chysler products known for lo mile Injector fails...........etc. And more problems than a Mongoss has @ a Cobra rally
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  2073. Salt's part of the florida atmosphere/enviroment as I recall from visits. None of the state s far enuf frm salty coast's to escape it !
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  2074. There , it's Done. The Old Doll's rdy for another 1/4 million miles.
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  2075. How many of those that still run ?
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  2076. Foolish to spend yuge bucks on any 4.6. Could have sold running unmolested car for good $$ and moved on to 365+hp Coyote for similar costs and enjoyed better everything , eh. Now it's another 10 cent a lb ashcan.
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  2077. Pretty Kool marketing scheme, ah. Selling engines , then selling extra cost urin to keep it running. Who's the Genius behind this MultiBillion $$$$ industry.
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  2078. Home refinance would be needed to pay decarboning this Rube Goldberg packaging Nitemare. Toyota (& a few others ) still have port injection on their direct inj engines to eliminate emission&power killing carbon buildup..........
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  2079. It couldn't be. It was fubar from my mfg. Axle housing would have been pretzeled also
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  2080. Doing same thing over & over, expecting different results.... = Insanity
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  2081. It Truly wood be Great
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  2082. Cool Trick !!
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  2083. Always roll down lektric wdo to prevent frustration
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  2084.  @iHelpSolveIt  didn't no that and fortunately didn't happen to me !
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  2085. Rebuilding Cyl HD $1000+ Machine Shop costs. Then there's Ray's $3000 labor.......
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  2086. Ray knows on this older Toyota, If you don't do a 'Sweep' on the cooling/timing parts..... Expect to see an unhappy Cust. comebak. Then it's rdy for another 200k
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  2087. Drag it over to ol Ray with list it needs for another qtr million happy miles. Then just drive knowing all's well since it was fixed by him.
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  2088.  @Callelle6251  Cool Pun
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  2089. Lotsa Interweb Moms gettin in on Tire thingy. Be sure to send Ray a new set of your favorite, to be featured on the installment.
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  2090.  @therodenthitman  ur correct
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  2091. That's Good.
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  2092. Ya, I'd spray Lysol or equiv on touch surfaces to avoid nasty ailments !
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  2093. Fiat's being dedicated to keeping vehicle Techs busy since their beginning. Thank You Father Fiat.
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  2094.  @harrywalker5836  how many replacement fails of this brng have u had? How many miles on avg ?
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  2095.  @ralfie8801  What's the diff between Ray's ride and say 2020 type ??
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  2096.  @ralfie8801  Just as I Suspected !
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  2097. So would having a modern engine parts wash machine similar to what 'I Do Cars' uses
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  2098.  @williambasinger5859  Wouldn't these same issues apply to using a powerful caustic on an item ,(oven cleaners) then using a pressure washer to broadcast it and the crud in a fairly open public area like Ray's shop. Seems the need to contain either method, not to mention legally dealing with hazardous materials laws will be expensive.
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  2099.  @williambasinger5859  @ some point a shop has to come to grips and provide employees means to efficiently do their job and comply with materials handling rules. The $5k-$10k+ costs of cleaning equip are significant , but far less than potential fees, fines, forced clean up costs of non compliance. The two bay service station I work @ is tested annually for discharge permit and randomly when nearby runoff showed excess oil or industrial chems. Usually several times a yr. Fortunately we've not been the source.
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  2100.  @williambasinger5859  Or at least it's the hype auto media, enviro types, US Gov't(& others) are currently promoting. But...Increasing demand for Li-Ion batt components are pushing the advent of avg consumer affordable price EV's decades longer into the future. Lithium has quadrupled price in less than a year. Most of refined product and the batts made from it are Chinese controlled . Do they have the world 'over a barrel'? Nickel, copper , cobalt, aluminum metals used in batt production also see increasing prices. Ford just raised it's EV base prices $4k-$7k due to 'matierals' costs rising. Then there's the aspect of fortifying the lektric grid to support recharging even 10% EV vehicles, much less 20%-70% in addition to current needs. Not looking like common folk(including me) will be EV cruising any time soon.
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  2101.  @williambasinger5859  You'll be a pioneer in that type swap. Probably be a feature in HOT ROD mag. 2021 SEMA show had lektric motor kits with conventional layout. Wouldn't be surprised to see complete platforms in different wheelbases this yr. I do LS & LS stroker repower for rods with SBC along with susp, brake mods as custs wish.
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  2102.  @williambasinger5859  Ya.True That
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  2103. ​ @philwaller4379  How fortunate to survive such a horrendous vehicle interaction.
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  2104. Are better Ram parts available yet for these all to common lo mile failures....?? Does Ray see more GM& Mopar than FoMoCo problems....??
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  2105. Few BMW owners every buy another after meeting their 1st major Repair Money Monster . This engine's design is interesting given the miniscule engineering staff compared to Ford or Toyota. This one's only problem was erroneous human induced contamiation. Otherwise it would last til the Turbo caused heat related issues.
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  2106. CVT ok til motor exceeds 100 HP/100ftlb Torques. After that it's engineered Junk and good reason not to pay more than 10 cents LB for any used CVT vehicle.
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  2107. I suspect parts of ship navigation equipment (Thrusters , etc) weren't completely operational
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  2108.  @thomasstrickland0  Ya. H2O not electric circuits best friend. Most fortunate none of ECU's wiped out.
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  2109. Shades of a tru miricle. Ancient 3.8 not spewing exhaust steam from failed head gaskets. Ya they fail on their own without any overheat. Not many 3.8's arround,cause that
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  2110. bent , broken rods with undamaged pistons , rod brngs usually indicate hydrostatic lok as cause.
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  2111. Exactly how I did them. @ $500-600 pr , Nivomat's not justifed.
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  2112. Ya, its cool. Saves spill cleanups
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  2113. Opinions are like anal orifices.......nuf said
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  2114. Subaru is good service vehicle for shop profitability. Generally high quality worthy of expensive repairs needed from aging.
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  2115. Pretty Rare seeing timing chain ripped apart !
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  2116. Sum Times gettin All the Air out takes many trys. Gravity Bleed works good to prevent creating mo air bubbles
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  2117. EVs much less complex, mechanically, but have yet to solve hi initial cost , batt weight /range , and charging availability for 90% of motorists to use.
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  2118. Cool opening statement. The last thing any Tech needs are Interweb Moms Mindless offerings. Any valid concerns are easily handled by other sites. Try to remember that most these repairs are one time only, not repeat like dealers typically get. Tech can only do best based on something possibly similar. If exact procedure isn't what veiwer thinks proper , so be it. Ray will make adjustments, when and if he deems necessary
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  2119.  @bcad4066  when it comes to vehicle repair. The only wrong is when the customer gets an unfixed unit back. There are many ways to effect a good repair. Experienced Techs don't need any coaching beyond what they get themselves.
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  2120. Offered customer option of having flywheel/clutch asm balanced. Eliminated shop liability either way
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  2121. Any piece of plastic touched on 5 y.o. or more vehicle should be recco'd replacement as it all deteriorates @ the same rate. Otherwise shop gets ate up with expensive rechecks. Since this one was overheated, a note should be made of potential hidden engine damage. Cyl head/gasket issues have 50%+ chance showing up shortly . Most owners will happily lay that off on last repair entity, otherwise.
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  2122. ​ @lacdirk compliance will be rarely achieved
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  2123. I can't believe Ray got it fixed.
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  2124. These systems work wonderfully..If they're installed Exactly as directed. If 'duel sync' dist is available as option, it allows timing control from the dash controller. Even more wonderfulness.....
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  2125. Another SOB story...... Some flakey cars require $500 cash deposit before writing a work order , some require $5000. Old Sob is in the latter group
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  2126. Any Reliable Vehicle would B Best Replacement here !
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  2127. A little Fine Bourbon & Bailey's makes most coffees enjoyable...
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  2128. Too bad ther're junk.
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  2129. Probably cause only paid 10 hrs of 30 or more job actually takes. Likely also Quit to find pay above Min Wage . Very common problem these days !
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  2130. Is This Brow Beating @ it's Best ? Is This how our Elected and Paid reps waste their time. Congress has avoided Immigration Reform 40+ years & now seeks to make a political spectacle over the same problems they've refused to rectalfy since The Oil Boycott of Oct 1973 ? Hearing Should Only Involve Dicussion of Solutions , If our Reps perform their Duty to Serve the Citizens.
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  2131. Sidewinder 5.3 block is specific to sidewinder apps . As it's trans iz to. If you find one(highly unlikely) take the whole enchilada 4 your super sidewinder swap.... say into a late VW bug
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