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rattle can man

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  1. I believe they say they are protecting us. You might put washer fluid in the transmission.
  2. Alas, I won't be 3d printing anything from files. My Library uses the plant based stuff in their printers. from what I understand it's not very well suited for detailed prints.
  3. I understand the no paint. I was thinking if you have questions on something like household cleaners or something. But I also wanted to point out that this resource is there for people who might not know.
  4. agreed Espo. What I really don't like is that you cannot check the transmission fluid anymore. I do everything before the recommended intervals.
  5. Lots of weeds. Its amazing how they can grow so fast when my other plants can't survive without water every other day.
  6. In for another round of high heat indices starting tomorrow. I just want one or two days of low humidity and temps so I can get some painting done. Also could use some rain for the garden and lawn.
  7. I might as well jump on the band wagon since there two listing in the market place already. I'm looking for the under hood parts and a trunk handle for an Ideal Model Company Mercedes Coupe.
  8. HMMMMMMMMMM! Does anyone make a nuclear reactor that could fit under the hood? I think there were a few blobular ones available in some of the show car kits that are now unobtanium prices.
  9. I mentioned finding a Safety Data sheet for items such as paints. As I said before, these contain plain language safety and health information about a product (this is not just paints, but any product that could be hazardous like cleaners, solvents, auto chemicals, pesticides, etc.) . This link is to a Safety Data Sheet SDS/ MSDS) for Tamiya acrylic paint. hobbyco acrylic paints (x) sds 28-09-2023.pdf Section 2 lists the Lable markings and what they mean. Section 3 Lists ingredients. Section 4 lists First aid procedures. Section 8 tells you about exposure control/ protective equipment when using the product. For Tamiya I searched for "Tamiya SDS". It is a bit odd that they don't have it listed on their website. Testors has their SDS linked at the top of their home page like most large companies do. I hope this helps you cut your exposures.
  10. I marvel at the lousy engineering of aftermarket parts. I still need to get back to the brake job on my Ford Festiva. there are no OE parts out there. New drums, hardware, and shoes. Can't get the drum over the shoes with the cylinder compressed and the hand brake adjuster backed all the way off.
  11. Looking for a match to this seat. Or if you know what kit it is from might help me find one.
  12. up for trade 1 Street Burner issue, sealed inside. Looking for AMT 57 Fairlane, Revell '30 Ford Touring (Early iron series or equivalent), or? ??
  13. Some say the one part shrinks and you should use the two part. From my experience, I have some 20 yol builds with one part spot putty that have shown no sign of shrinking. So I stick with the one part.
  14. It was one that they extended the warranty on for a couple of years around 2014. They built them for several years with bad piston rings. The ring coating would break down, causing excessive wear and oil consumption. The oil on her car was low 2 quarts by 4000 miles after an oil change, but they wouldn't replace the engine because it had to happen in the first 2000 miles. If I recall correctly, the system only held 4.5 qts. They still wanted her to change oil every 7K.
  15. I can see a wider track helping to prevent a roll-over. But if done to be trendy/ for looks, it definitely has the look of ugly.
  16. My partner had the same thing happen to her Scooby At around 124K, and she had the maintenance done. Our big issue with them was the oil consumption. But the customer service was awful at the dealer. And there was the horrible CVT (from a driving point of view) We swore off of Subaru when we trade it in.
  17. If it don 't go, chrome it! AS I stated earlier, I'm just looking at this a box of non-chrome parts- packs. I have a bunch of '90's era chrome Revell engines packs, so these issues will save me from stripping chrome. I would love to see the grille parts packs re-released.
  18. The best way to find out what is in a specific glue or paint is to look up the Safety Data Sheet. (SDS) manufacturers have to provide these if their product contains something that is hazardous. In the us stores are required to have them available for customers and employees. If they don't have them, try the MFG website or online SDS (or MSDS, the old acronym). As a side note, labeling is not always straight forward. Farmers use ammonia as a fertilizer. It is marked and categorized as a non-poisonous, non-flammable gas (in the US, but other countries classify it differently). But the Emergency Response Guide Book, SDS, and every other safe handling guidance you can find state otherwise.
  19. Thankyou both! I knew it was based on the parts packs. I just wasn't sure which engine was the second one or is the suspension, wheels, etc. were the same ones. It will probably be a kit I will get if I find it on sale/ clearance.
  20. I've been trying to find an unboxing/ review/ kit contents photo to no avail. I was just wondering are there extra parts like the yellow fever, Skorpion, etc. For me it has a big draw back because it has a SBC as one of the engines.
  21. It does look like it is from a boat. Something that you would tie ropes to when docked.
  22. You don't get older. You just lose your invincibility.
  23. Rock to the windshield. Insurance was the easy part. Glass shop on the other hand was even worse customer service than the last three times. And my pest management company's service has really taken a bad turn since the company was bought by a big name company. At least I spent the afternoon walking hand in hand with my beautiful lady!
  24. Theses have probably already been mentioned, but: Easy open containers aren't easy to open. Pull tabs only work if the perforations are there/ in the right place. One size fits none. You can't open a sealed box without a sharp object.
  25. best wishes and prayers coming your way Bob and Carl!
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