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21. [Shop-talk] The air saga continues... (score: 152): Author: strovato at optonline.net (Steven Trovato); Date: Mon, 30 May 2011 23:18:20 -0400; I'm not saying this is a good idea, but I do know they make a version for wheelbarrow tires. I've never been able to get my wheelbarrow up to 20 mph. -Steve Trovato strovato at optonline.net; /html/shop-talk/2011-05/msg00474.html (9,332 bytes)
22. [Shop-talk] Epoxy/JB Weld on auto a/c line? (score: 152): Author: strovato at optonline.net (Steven Trovato); Date: Mon, 06 Jun 2011 15:51:40 -0400; I think you're right, but then the only way they find the leak is by filling it. I'm going through this right now with my suburban. Charge lasted less than a year. They charged it, added dye and said; /html/shop-talk/2011-06/msg00383.html (9,687 bytes)
23. [Shop-talk] gps direction (score: 152): Author: strovato at optonline.net (Steven Trovato); Date: Mon, 06 Jun 2011 16:19:37 -0400; The navigation voice is frequently referred to as "Betty." F-16 pilots named the voice of the cockpit warning system "Bitchin Betty." The tradition has carried over to gps units, though many people d; /html/shop-talk/2011-06/msg00384.html (8,795 bytes)
24. [Shop-talk] Epoxy/JB Weld on auto a/c line? (score: 152): Author: strovato at optonline.net (Steven Trovato); Date: Mon, 06 Jun 2011 16:39:17 -0400; Well, they filled mine with refrigerant, because it is cooling fine now. -Steve; /html/shop-talk/2011-06/msg00388.html (10,893 bytes)
25. [Shop-talk] Epoxy/JB Weld on auto a/c line? (score: 152): Author: strovato at optonline.net (Steven Trovato); Date: Mon, 06 Jun 2011 22:00:34 -0400; I'd go with replacing the line. I know, it probably costs a million dollars at the dealership, but that's what I'd do. If this rubbing on the bracket thing is an unusual situation, I suppose one coul; /html/shop-talk/2011-06/msg00397.html (9,509 bytes)
26. [Shop-talk] brake problems on a goose neck trailer (score: 152): Author: strovato at optonline.net (Steven Trovato); Date: Tue, 21 Jun 2011 13:17:00 -0400; Frank, I am having a hard time coming up with a likely electrical fault that explains all this. I think a more likely explanation is that when applied, the brakes are not releasing, or releasing very; /html/shop-talk/2011-06/msg00493.html (9,058 bytes)
27. [Shop-talk] stripped screw hole in carb (score: 152): Author: strovato at optonline.net (Steven Trovato); Date: Tue, 21 Jun 2011 13:35:56 -0400; I think the trick here is to pick the right repair shop. Some small engine repair shops are great at tuning lawn mowers but consider carburetors to be something you replace if cleaning doesn't work.; /html/shop-talk/2011-06/msg00494.html (9,747 bytes)
28. [Shop-talk] Oil analysis - Blackstone (score: 152): Author: strovato at optonline.net (Steven Trovato); Date: Sun, 26 Jun 2011 19:20:43 -0400; Castrol made a 20W-50 "for use in classic cars" with ZDDP, but they have discontinued it. Now they have a 5W-50 that they recommend instead. Here's the statement from their FAQ: What is happening to; /html/shop-talk/2011-06/msg00568.html (9,903 bytes)
29. [Shop-talk] Tunneling drain pipe down a hill? (score: 152): Author: strovato at optonline.net (Steven Trovato); Date: Sat, 03 Sep 2011 15:50:02 -0400; Brian, How about hiring a couple of day laborers to dig? When I put an addition on our house, the guy with the excavator didn't show up. Mason showed up with a bunch of guys with shovels. They did th; /html/shop-talk/2011-09/msg00010.html (11,654 bytes)
30. [Shop-talk] Engine pull cord replacement (score: 152): Author: strovato at optonline.net (Steven Trovato); Date: Wed, 07 Sep 2011 18:30:16 -0400; The pull cord on my generator broke during the Hurricane Irene power failure. I rummaged through my box of rope and string and found some synthetic "multi-purpose" cord. It actually looks very much l; /html/shop-talk/2011-09/msg00016.html (8,176 bytes)
31. [Shop-talk] water in basement (score: 152): Author: strovato at optonline.net (Steven Trovato); Date: Sat, 10 Sep 2011 21:38:05 -0400; I'll add my vote for the shop vac. With mine, you're supposed to remove the filter when you are using it for water. Keep in mind that a shop vac full of water is very heavy. It's great if there's a w; /html/shop-talk/2011-09/msg00025.html (9,109 bytes)
32. [Shop-talk] ODBII trouble code P0316 (score: 152): Author: strovato at optonline.net (Steven Trovato); Date: Fri, 16 Sep 2011 00:42:36 -0400; The P0316 code is set when a misfire is detected during the first 1,000 revolution test interval following engine start. Google is your friend. :-) I was just helping a friend with a Toyota who did t; /html/shop-talk/2011-09/msg00053.html (9,479 bytes)
33. [Shop-talk] 80 cubic foot acetylene bottle? mail.com> (score: 152): Author: strovato at optonline.net (Steven Trovato); Date: Fri, 23 Sep 2011 17:50:26 -0400; I'm really not an expert on this topic, but I think the main factor is what your needs are. Are you welding or cutting? Cutting uses much more oxygen. Are you doing this every day or is this a once i; /html/shop-talk/2011-09/msg00095.html (8,592 bytes)
34. [Shop-talk] Repairing a clasp--could be shop-related (score: 152): Author: strovato at optonline.net (Steven Trovato); Date: Thu, 27 Oct 2011 18:37:30 -0400; Scott, Yes, I think pictures would help. Is it necessary to retain the detachable feature or could you do something to semi-permanently attach the strap? -Steve Trovato strovato at optonline.net; /html/shop-talk/2011-10/msg00212.html (10,050 bytes)
35. [Shop-talk] OT--car won't start (score: 152): Author: strovato at optonline.net (Steven Trovato); Date: Wed, 21 Dec 2011 10:52:08 -0500; I can't agree with that. The big problem has been the alcohol in the fuel. This has been a constant battle for boaters. There are now stabilizers specifically designed for fuel containing alcohol. I; /html/shop-talk/2011-12/msg00268.html (8,959 bytes)
36. [Shop-talk] [Roadsters] Slightly OT--car won't start (score: 152): Author: strovato at optonline.net (Steven Trovato); Date: Thu, 22 Dec 2011 11:27:09 -0500; And the truth is, that's about the cheapest "no-start" you'll ever experience. -Steve Trovato strovato at optonline.net; /html/shop-talk/2011-12/msg00281.html (8,586 bytes)
37. [Shop-talk] [Roadsters] Slightly OT--car won't start (score: 152): Author: strovato at optonline.net (Steven Trovato); Date: Thu, 22 Dec 2011 14:33:53 -0500; You can also do a poor mans load test using the headlights. While measuring battery voltage, just leave the headlights on for maybe a minute. Then turn them off and wait 30 seconds or so. If you're n; /html/shop-talk/2011-12/msg00283.html (8,764 bytes)
38. [Shop-talk] Car detailing business mail.com> (score: 152): Author: strovato at optonline.net (Steven Trovato); Date: Thu, 29 Dec 2011 13:51:18 -0500; I have no idea what your place looks like, or what kind of impression it makes on passing motorists. I would think that would be an important factor if you're really expecting passing motorists to ju; /html/shop-talk/2011-12/msg00333.html (8,337 bytes)
39. [Shop-talk] What fun - O2 sensor (score: 152): Author: strovato at optonline.net (Steven Trovato); Date: Tue, 03 Jan 2012 23:19:46 -0500; Mine POSITIVELY can. -Steve Trovato strovato at optonline.net; /html/shop-talk/2012-01/msg00232.html (9,805 bytes)
40. [Shop-talk] Painting inside a chassis (score: 152): Author: strovato at optonline.net (Steven Trovato); Date: Wed, 04 Jan 2012 12:39:10 -0500; The first thing every MGA owner needs to do is find Barney Gaylord's site, http://mgaguru.com/. Go to the expanded Tech Index and prepare to spend many hours reading. Here is one page you might find; /html/shop-talk/2012-01/msg00243.html (10,291 bytes)

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