Scouts seem like a fun/easy way to get the kids out and about, and not embarrass myself with my rookie outdoorsmanship. What age did you start 'em up?
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All of them have been in (Cub Scouts initially) since they were in 1st grade. Oldest has been a Scout for... 8 years now?!? Fuck, I'm old.
Got the oil changed on teh behemoth today... service guy said the inspection showed I need fuel injection and throttle body service.
At 36,000 miles? I'm skeptical.
Auto monkeys - is this just a bunch of modern-vehicle nickle and dime'ing bullshit? I'm very much inclined to call bullshit.
Oh, failed to mention that they were willing to do it while I waited for $410.
Sounds like bullshit to me. Your users manual will have a list of required service items at each service interval. Ask them to show you where it requires that in said manual. Besides that I don't know what they would be doing to service your injectors or throttle body. Injectors may need to be removed and cleaned at say 200,000 miles. Throttle body many need bearings and seals replaced at a similar interval, or in other words, it will probably outlast the rest of the vehicle.
Scam. As long as your idle speed is consistent there should be no need service the throttle body which I assume simply means chemical cleaning, what else is there to do?Got the oil changed on teh behemoth today... service guy said the inspection showed I need fuel injection and throttle body service.
At 36,000 miles? I'm skeptical.
Auto monkeys - is this just a bunch of modern-vehicle nickle and dime'ing bullshit? I'm very much inclined to call bullshit.
Oh, failed to mention that they were willing to do it while I waited for $410.
ford dealership?
a veterinarian i worked for in colorado had a diesel excursion and they failed to tighten the drain plug all the way twice after servicing...
You did buy a Ford, after all.
Specifically, though, I think your 5L V8 (right? no 6.2 and no EcoBoost for you, iirc) should be port injected, not direct. The direct injection engines such as the whole gamut of shitty Audis are those that have carbon buildup issues. I suspect a money grabbing ploy.
Specifically, though, I think your 5L V8 (right? no 6.2 and no EcoBoost for you, iirc) should be port injected, not direct. The direct injection engines such as the whole gamut of shitty Audis are those that have carbon buildup issues. I suspect a money grabbing ploy.
If it was at an oil change place or at a dealer run like hell. If it was at a specailty shop that you use on a regular basis, maybeGot the oil changed on teh behemoth today... service guy said the inspection showed I need fuel injection and throttle body service.
At 36,000 miles? I'm skeptical.
Auto monkeys - is this just a bunch of modern-vehicle nickle and dime'ing bullshit? I'm very much inclined to call bullshit.
Oh, failed to mention that they were willing to do it while I waited for $410.
It's HAPPENING!!
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I learned to camp, backpack, rock climb, survive the apocalypse, blow fire, smoke weed, and many other useful skills in the Boy Scouts. Would recommend.
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I learned to camp, backpack, rock climb, survive the apocalypse, blow fire, smoke weed, and many other useful skills in the Boy Scouts. Would recommend.
my brother pulled his oldest out of cub scouts....whatever troop he was in thought a water balloon fight would be dangerous.....
This is what I was suspecting... because the required service items in the manual are pretty basic. Those guys can officially kiss my ass.
Oh - and it's a Ford, so yeah... the rest of the vehicle is sure to go to $hit in a handbasket before the throttle body needs any work.
Ford's newer electronic throttle body's do list as needed to be cleaned at the 30k mark.
It's a preventative service, it actually does have a purpose.
In all honesty, it's not bullshit, but the 30k is the severe service level. Most do it at 50k. Getting it done regularly will keep the injectors and the throttle body working i n the optimum range and help them last longer
It's a preventative service, it actually does have a purpose.
In all honesty, it's not bullshit, but the 30k is the severe service level. Most do it at 50k. Getting it done regularly will keep the injectors and the throttle body working i n the optimum range and help them last longer
So I'm at the pharmacy waiting for my prescription now. The dude in front of me asked to pay at another cash because he doesn't want me to "poison him". Douches come in all shapes and sizes I guess. Being a Richy rich isn't a guarantee of class...
My opinion on Fords has changed drastically since I've had my Focus.
Is $400 an awful lotta money to do it??
Is this a turbo motor? Not sure how the hell your throttle body would get dirty unless a turbo is blowing oil or they are routing the crank case ventilation before the TB.
Turbo Ford?
NFW.
Although I got one (Ecoboost F150) as loaner during some warranty work and goddam it was fun to push the pedal to the floor.
Don't sweat it, I think my roommate will be able to put the pole out for you.
Turbo Ford?
NFW.
Although I got one (Ecoboost F150) as loaner during some warranty work and goddam it was fun to push the pedal to the floor.
The only thing I can think of is that you look like some kind of sucker.
You know what PT Barnum said...
and then the engine pops....Turbo Ford?
NFW.
Although I got one (Ecoboost F150) as loaner during some warranty work and goddam it was fun to push the pedal to the floor.
That is PRECISELY what I'd expect...
The new company truck I just picked up has an eco-burst in it, the 2.7.
Thing is a rocket compared to my earth fucker and gets double the mpg.
My employee who drives it loves it.
Thought about the 5.0 but $1k more and shitty mpg led me to try the new tech.
If it gives me issues I'll set it on fire or roll it into the ocean and buy a v8 with the insurance claim.
Thing is a rocket compared to my earth fucker and gets double the mpg.
My employee who drives it loves it.
Thought about the 5.0 but $1k more and shitty mpg led me to try the new tech.
If it gives me issues I'll set it on fire or roll it into the ocean and buy a v8 with the insurance claim.
Yeah - even thrashing that thing around town for a couple hundred miles and it was getting 22mpg. But turbo Ford...
Successfully climbed my local go-to loop (up Chimney down Apex) with my 1x. 30t/42 granny, and it seriously wasn't even close to an issue. I did break my chain at the very top of the climb, the fix rendering it (a) two links too short and (2) barely hanging on. I was sure it would pop again every time I pedaled.
So yea, the 1x doesn't suck that many balls, but as I was afraid the top end is sorely lacking for the pedal back home. I'm actually considering he OneUp 45t kit with a 34t ring. I don't even know who I am anymore.
So yea, the 1x doesn't suck that many balls, but as I was afraid the top end is sorely lacking for the pedal back home. I'm actually considering he OneUp 45t kit with a 34t ring. I don't even know who I am anymore.
The mothers generally run cub scouts. The only thing it's good for is pinewood derbies. Usually the men take over when it comes time for big boy scouts.
I've heard this before...and while we did have some female adult leaders, our Pack was mostly run by dads.
Go full retard and get an oval 32t ring.
Climbs like a 31t, has legs of a 34t.
That's where this dentist is headed.
Got bored and wandered into the woods behind the house. Found some tangles and leaners I wanted to clean up, so went back for the chain saw. Leaners are stupidly.fucking.dangerous to take out. It's hard to predict the direction they'll choose to fall and they often shed branches which are giant unpredictable baseball bats.
Um, yeah. Please stay away from those.
God damn that looks great Nick.*
Looking forward to hitting some dirt with you this summer when I visit the family in early august.
That's what I've heard on the ovals.
Who knows but I'll give you my experience once I've tried it.
*Get some Wildgrippr2s or E13 tires on that thing.
Those paperthin schwalbes will ruin rides.
is that the new fangled carbon one.....hate to admit it....i actually like them..
I would have been inclined to give him a giant bear hug a big sloppy kiss, but I'm also a part time asshole.
Alright car monkeys. More questions.
How easy or hard is it to replace a U-joint in an f150. Doesn't look too ridiculous from what I've seen. Maybe an afternoon and a six pack's worth of wrenching.
How easy or hard is it to replace a U-joint in an f150. Doesn't look too ridiculous from what I've seen. Maybe an afternoon and a six pack's worth of wrenching.
So that's what I've heard. I have to say I ran about 27 psi f/r and was pleasantly surprised with the traction today. But yea, assorted Minions and HR2s are in route. I'm tempted to try the dual compound TRS tires, they look like the business.
It is. I'm an admitted Turner Homer, but fuck, I rode my last '02 RFX for 10 years without complaint, and this frame climbs 10x better. I'm still dialing in the fork/shock, and I'm tempted to throw my Saint brakes on it. The new XTs are really good, but I'm so used to the feel of teh Saints I'd like to do some A/B tests.
G5s are mounted, the DH season shall commence soon. Woo!
What's wrong with your bowstring?