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Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Tacoma Mike, Aug 16, 2019.

  1. Aug 8, 2021 at 4:29 AM
    Plain Jane Taco

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    There's a good write up around here. I'm sure you've seen it. Personally, I think it's more accurate than using a temp gun on the pan. But that's just me.

    This little cheat takes the guess work out of the wire jump method.

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  2. Aug 8, 2021 at 4:30 AM
    Plain Jane Taco

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    Good morning bud
     
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    Morning Billiam :wave:
     
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  4. Aug 8, 2021 at 4:42 AM
    Plain Jane Taco

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    Good morning to you King of NY
     
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  5. Aug 8, 2021 at 4:47 AM
    lynyrd3

    lynyrd3 STRENGTH DETERMINATION MERCILESS FOREVER

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    Summer is making a comeback

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  6. Aug 8, 2021 at 4:49 AM
    Plain Jane Taco

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    August still has a whole lot of steam left down here too
     
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    Howdy Bill. Any wrenchin' plans today?
     
  8. Aug 8, 2021 at 4:49 AM
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  9. Aug 8, 2021 at 4:51 AM
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    Non that I know of. But the unexpected neighbor knocking on the door for a mower that won't start or a DIY brake job gone wrong are never out of the realm of possibilities. :D
     
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    Your reputation precedes you!

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  11. Aug 8, 2021 at 4:53 AM
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    The wife got back last night from a 600 mile round trip to attend the funeral of an aunt. Probably going to clean up her ride.
     
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    My favorite one...."hey Bill, can I borrow a (insert tool name)?". Inevitably I'm the one that ends up using the tool. :laugh:
     
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    I hauled all my tools off that deck job Friday afternoon. I'm cleaning things up, re-organizing things and putting things back in their "spot". Much like mechanics, I like my tools always in the same spot, bag, box, etc.
     
  14. Aug 8, 2021 at 4:59 AM
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    Channeling my inner Mr Rogers, "Can I be your neighbor"?
     
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    Drained 4.7ish and added 5.0 quarts of ATF. Got into the A/T OIL TEMP mode and checked overflow - 3 drops came out.

    I think its close enough to drive until I can swing by the dealership and grab another quart. (will add 1/2 and check)

    Thoughts?

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  18. Aug 8, 2021 at 5:28 AM
    Tacoma Mike

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    Gotta clean the geerarge a bit this morning.
    Check the boat over for next week. I could have a passenger so I want to make sure
    It puts it’s best hull forward… lol. :rofl:
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  19. Aug 8, 2021 at 5:31 AM
    Plain Jane Taco

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    Sure....come on in
     
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    Plain Jane Taco

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    Was the engine running when you pulled the overflow?

    And you can always throw in a little bit of Valvoline Maxlife atf to top it off. It's available at Walmart
     
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