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Decided to do some tinkering on some home projects. Fired up the HV fan in the garage and cut some pieces down to size. Had to pick off some small pieces of metal out of my track pants from the sparks. 
Good luck man, and congrats (if I missed the announcement in another thread)
Good luck man, and congrats (if I missed the announcement in another thread)
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Trying not to watch the clock, but doing a poor job of that. Texting friends and chatting online to pass the time, thankfully it's almost lunch. Talking to some coworkers about time off, and I realized just how little I've used so far this year, so eyeballing the calendar to take a few days. Thinking a few days the last week of August might come in handy... 
What did we ever do at work before the Internet and cell phones? Work?
The weather cooperated and I finished the pool fence. Now maybe the wife can leave me alone long enough for me to fix the Saab (it's been on jack stands for over a month), get the tires changed on the TB, check for that screeching noise from one of the front wheels, fix HER car and have a beer!
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Finished my Dana 44 front diff. rebuild and mounted it on my barn wall for future use. Strange but I mount all my good spare parts high on my barn walls ...kinda like trophy mounts but, no critters were harmed in my display...
Got an early start. Hit up the store to pick up an order I placed last night. 80 pounds of dirt, 10 pounds of grass seed, cheap oscillating sprinkler, some PVC cement and a water faucet splitter. Got those put in the garage to deal with later, and it was time to tackle the jungle, as I've put off mowing it for about a week and a half longer than I should have.... Grass was maybe 7" high in some spots, and although we haven't seen rain in a few days, the clippings were still pretty wet.
Was wrapping up the back yard, when I had a "hey genius" moment. My hose was coiled up by the rear faucet on a concrete slab, except for one coil that wasn't... I saw it there, didn't stop to move it, or go around it... Drove right over the damn thing. "Hey genius, WTH did you think was gonna happen?"
My other hose was pretty shot, leaking from both ends, with a couple of kinks that I couldn't get rid of, so I guess I'm in the market for a couple of new ones. Also had another issue pop up, when getting ready to put this morning's goodies into the truck, the handle let loose on one side, so that means that pin slid out (again) Maybe I'll get around to that today, or tomorrow.
Was wrapping up the back yard, when I had a "hey genius" moment. My hose was coiled up by the rear faucet on a concrete slab, except for one coil that wasn't... I saw it there, didn't stop to move it, or go around it... Drove right over the damn thing. "Hey genius, WTH did you think was gonna happen?"
My other hose was pretty shot, leaking from both ends, with a couple of kinks that I couldn't get rid of, so I guess I'm in the market for a couple of new ones. Also had another issue pop up, when getting ready to put this morning's goodies into the truck, the handle let loose on one side, so that means that pin slid out (again) Maybe I'll get around to that today, or tomorrow.
A 5/8" double end hose barb and worm clamps, then wrap with tape so it doesn't get hung up on stuff for now.
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Did some yard maintenance at the in laws place, cut grass, trimmed, blower and some weed spraying, tilled up the gardens etc., then lunch and drinks. Now chilling
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Got an early start. Hit up the store to pick up an order I placed last night. 80 pounds of dirt, 10 pounds of grass seed, cheap oscillating sprinkler, some PVC cement and a water faucet splitter. Got those put in the garage to deal with later, and it was time to tackle the jungle, as I've put off mowing it for about a week and a half longer than I should have.... Grass was maybe 7" high in some spots, and although we haven't seen rain in a few days, the clippings were still pretty wet.
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Was wrapping up the back yard, when I had a "hey genius" moment. My hose was coiled up by the rear faucet on a concrete slab, except for one coil that wasn't... I saw it there, didn't stop to move it, or go around it... Drove right over the damn thing. "Hey genius, WTH did you think was gonna happen?"
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My other hose was pretty shot, leaking from both ends, with a couple of kinks that I couldn't get rid of, so I guess I'm in the market for a couple of new ones. Also had another issue pop up, when getting ready to put this morning's goodies into the truck, the handle let loose on one side, so that means that pin slid out (again) Maybe I'll get around to that today, or tomorrow.
I used to throw away a hose and buy new when damaged as those stupid repair clamps always leaked and the clamps cut your hand open etc. Till I found these things,they can be had in male and female and are the answer to farming.
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Put up my American Flag, the outside of my apartment gets fucked by the landscapers, so I'll have to take it down every Sunday night. Can't have old glory messed with.
Then look the lady to Applebee's and opened up the rig on the highway.
"Make sure you don't miss the exit, driving around like Fast & The Furious..."
Truck sounds like a bunch of angry beehives with these headers, loud as hell too.
Then look the lady to Applebee's and opened up the rig on the highway.
"Make sure you don't miss the exit, driving around like Fast & The Furious..."
Truck sounds like a bunch of angry beehives with these headers, loud as hell too.
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Another early start (aren't you supposed to sleep in on the weekends? ) Hit the hardware store for a hose repair kit. Was going to get the brass ones, but opted for the plastic ones since they came in a kit, and had what I needed to repair both my hoses for $4 and some change. Majority of the reviews were pretty bad, complaints of leaking and lack of durability. Figured I'd chance it, I don't use my hoses very often, for very long, or require high pressure, so shouldn't be a major problem.
On the way back, stopped at the car wash, and gave the EXT a good scrub. Couldn't get the front rims perfectly clean, too much brake dust buildup, but they're way cleaner than they were. Maybe I should invest in one of those drill attachments for next time... Got home, and remembered seeing a few boards along the fence loose at the bottom, so screwed those back down. Some critter(s) are probing for spots along the fence to dig their way under. They seemed to like the double gate, cuz there was a deep hole that went all the way under. So that's gonna need to get filled. Need to put down something to discourage that. Think I have some spare fencing rolled up in the shed, will have to see if it's long enough. Thinking if I anchor it down it should prevent more digging and the grass can grow up through the openings.
Got my main hose repaired, tested it with the cheap sprinkler I got yesterday, and there were no leaks like many of the reviews complained about. Maybe because it was sitting in the sun all morning? Oh well, we'll see how it holds up.
Taking a hydration break now after vacuuming out the truck. Going to start on chores around the house, got the music up loud and ready to roll!
) Hit the hardware store for a hose repair kit. Was going to get the brass ones, but opted for the plastic ones since they came in a kit, and had what I needed to repair both my hoses for $4 and some change. Majority of the reviews were pretty bad, complaints of leaking and lack of durability. Figured I'd chance it, I don't use my hoses very often, for very long, or require high pressure, so shouldn't be a major problem.On the way back, stopped at the car wash, and gave the EXT a good scrub. Couldn't get the front rims perfectly clean, too much brake dust buildup, but they're way cleaner than they were. Maybe I should invest in one of those drill attachments for next time... Got home, and remembered seeing a few boards along the fence loose at the bottom, so screwed those back down. Some critter(s) are probing for spots along the fence to dig their way under. They seemed to like the double gate, cuz there was a deep hole that went all the way under. So that's gonna need to get filled. Need to put down something to discourage that. Think I have some spare fencing rolled up in the shed, will have to see if it's long enough. Thinking if I anchor it down it should prevent more digging and the grass can grow up through the openings.
Got my main hose repaired, tested it with the cheap sprinkler I got yesterday, and there were no leaks like many of the reviews complained about. Maybe because it was sitting in the sun all morning? Oh well, we'll see how it holds up.
Taking a hydration break now after vacuuming out the truck. Going to start on chores around the house, got the music up loud and ready to roll!
Just trying to avoid the heat. Really sucks being in an apartment because there is no place to work on things like a garage to try and cool down. Our lows are still in the 90s and finally in a downward swing in temperatures.
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Figured id give an update on the truck. So after replacing the fuel pump in the truck, it still wouldnt kick the pump on, so i ended up checking and swapping relays, did nothing.
Noticed as i was in the fuse box that the ECM 1 fuse was blown, okay. Put a new fuse in, key on and blows the next. Double checked the pump wiring (had to rewire for the new plug) all was good there.
Went back and looked for a loose ground, nothing. As i was going back over the engine, noticed that the wire loom from the passenger side was resting on the exhaust manifold. Pulled it off the manifold, replaced the fuse again, fired right up. Cleaned up the wiring and cleaned up everything and shes all good now.
Oh and i got a new battery for it too.
Noticed as i was in the fuse box that the ECM 1 fuse was blown, okay. Put a new fuse in, key on and blows the next. Double checked the pump wiring (had to rewire for the new plug) all was good there.
Went back and looked for a loose ground, nothing. As i was going back over the engine, noticed that the wire loom from the passenger side was resting on the exhaust manifold. Pulled it off the manifold, replaced the fuse again, fired right up. Cleaned up the wiring and cleaned up everything and shes all good now.
Oh and i got a new battery for it too.
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Getting ready to head to the u-pull to find a rear hatch actuator for the Saab and possibly running boards for the TB. Taking the dog to the vet this afternoon for shots and checkup.
Last day in the office before vacation starts. Got a few things to work on to keep me busy until a training session at 2, and corporate call at 4, then I'm home free. Friend of mine flies in from Canada this evening, and will be here until Monday, so plenty of fun plans on tap for the next few days.
Boss came in this morning and said she thought my rear right tire looked low... Uh oh, that's the same one I plugged last fall.
Went out for a peek, and sure enough just a tad soft compared to the other 3. I'll add some air when I get home and procrastinate investigating that until Monday afternoon.
Boss came in this morning and said she thought my rear right tire looked low... Uh oh, that's the same one I plugged last fall.
Went out for a peek, and sure enough just a tad soft compared to the other 3. I'll add some air when I get home and procrastinate investigating that until Monday afternoon.
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Didn't go to work, in fact did not sleep last night. Wife went into labor about midnight and by 5 our son was born.
Congrats dad! Hope everybody is doing well.
Went to the u-pull. Lots of 360/370's. Scored a pair of running boards, a pair of new hatch cylinders, a hatch lock actuator.
Then I found the holy grail of TB's. Not one but TWO North Face! I was gonna take the roof lights but these were EXT. Damn, won't fit my truck. I think EXT North Face are even rarer no?
Found a burnt out one. Guess what caused the fire? There was also a totally burned out Rainier. I would have liked the gauges out of that one but it was an engine fire.
I always find it interesting at the yard.
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What would it cost you to buy them from the junk yard? I’ve been wanting these for my EXT for some time now. If you could pull them and bring them to the meet I’d pay you for the cost and your time if they’re not super expensive.
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Did an oil change on the Duramax today, first one since ive actually had the truck so im pretty glad the Shell Rotella is outta there.
While i was there i pulled the circled plug out of the oil filter housing and dabbed a bit of thread sealant on it to stop the oil leak.
Some action shots thanks to my mom, lol.
Put in 2.5 gallons of Delvac, acdelco filter. A whole lot quieter then it was.
While i was there i pulled the circled plug out of the oil filter housing and dabbed a bit of thread sealant on it to stop the oil leak.
Some action shots thanks to my mom, lol.Put in 2.5 gallons of Delvac, acdelco filter. A whole lot quieter then it was.
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