Recent content by bigblockbuick

Yes unfortunately it was leaking before. I have used a shop rag to kinda clean up the area. I am very fearful of using rtv. I Have seen a handful of engines with rtv in the bearings because "mechanics" used it on a oil pump.

Yes absolutely, the customer has been informed. He has left the attempted repair up to me and understands that it may not be permanent

The only filter I stock is the honda oem filter that has the oring looking seal. Is the what your call a P gasket?

This is a customers vehicle that I have serviced on a regular basis for the last 8 years. The customer also uses a national chain quick lube place for just oil changes. Definitely wasnt me that gouged up the block.

Sorry for the confusion, this is a customers vehicle they brought to me for ac compressor.

Well at least the AC is ice cold now!

I wish. Its part of the engine block!!!

Check out this little device.

Correct....probably one of those "mechanics" who can do a brake job in 5 minutes because you dont need to clean any slides or pins...even if they're rusted solid.

Yes that was one of my thoughts, was about the stone. I will have to dig out my sioux grinder because i think the stones are different grit compared to my black and decker. I have some scrap aluminum i could see what kind of finish it leaves.

Not sure what you mean by outlandish topic on a mechanical forum? Is their another part of the site I could have posted this since I am a new here

Im working on a 2006 Honda CRV. After installing a AC compressor I had the engine running charging the system. Oil is dripping from the oil filter-checked and it's plenty tight. Decided to change oil and filter and upon removing the filter this is what im looking at!!! Looks like they used...

I have used Indianapolis rack and axle for years on rebuilt axles. They only use oem cores. They are cost effective and provide a return label for the core. I have never had a complaint....now i have used a handful of their rebuilt racks and had a inner tie rod fall off a customers car just...