"So, there is a recall to correct something on the older drain tube recall?
Do you have a TSB number for this latest recall on the old drain tube recall?"
ancestry.com traces my origins back to S. Australian lands of Gibber
there are moments when I revert back to my native tongue
straight up...
timeline aug 2023 notification of recall
march 2024 call from dealership
mobile service scheduled to resolve drain tube recall issue
well that was quick
wish me luck boys
"Have you experienced this battery hold down fasteners corrosion on your vehicle? "
not so much on the BS as other vehicles
the rusting situation you presented had the appearance of dissimilar metal corrosion
think of the hot water tank scenario
di-electric piping needed between copper pipe and...
my guess
zinc plated somewhere in the mix
unintentional sacrificial anode
"This type of accelerated corrosion between dissimilar metals is referred to as galvanic corrosion. Because galvanic corrosion can occur at a high rate under certain circumstances, it is important to evaluate the...
re: EU directive
how might this also affect classic farm tractor/equipment/classic boat or aircraft engines
*rare to ever watch television but when it happens it's RFDTV*
https://www.rfdtv.com/
great old farm equipment segments
methinks the ev push has a deeper motive running behind the scenes
had good results with all three products mentioned
seafoam seemed to have the added benefit of deposits removal
engines always "felt" to run smoother after the seafoam treatments
on the battery issue
just letting the charge go to zero is not gonna help the battery life
suggest to remove battery...
been led to think sensors may be involved
case involves 2003 subie forester
summer heat or winter cold
engine warm or not
sounds like a singer sewing machine
put the block heater "on" prior to start
Fred Astaire tap shoe performance disappears
methinks sensors read the temp differences and...
this is the lug used in the grounding application
battery maintainer and antenna utilize the lug
additional note: the frame mounted ground post has a raised lip (see pic)
this lip puts the lug at a slightly less than perfect fit
a small amount work with the dremel tool removed enough lug...
gotta admit the guy has determination
pouring rain
best part of the vid
7 minute mark
we've all done it
second best part
happens again 30 seconds later :facepalm:
now
about that rattle I keep hearing
heat blower fan on high
wiper motor
window defroster
heated side view mirrors
heated seats
heated steering wheel
fog lights
extended time driving in dark. more lighting
run battery maintainers on both vehicles
swear it adds longevity to battery life and well being
sure, it's a pain to plug/unplug
but after a routine is established it becomes second nature
still popping the hood
yeah
haven't added exterior receptacle yet
too many other priority projects
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