u/ChillGrilla

▲ 2 r/MechanicAdvice

My 2015 Ford Expedition started making a noise when it’s turned on, like something spinning or rubbing against metal. It’s louder right after startup, then gets quieter.

I also noticed a burning smell that reminds me of cigarette smoke, and there was a thick gunky oil-looking buildup in the middle of the engine bay.
Also, the A/C stopped blowing cold, which may or may not be related.

I don’t know much about cars, so I’m trying to figure out what could be causing this before I take it in. I’m wondering if it could be the belt, pulley, compressor, or an oil leak. (Google search lead me to believe it could be these parts)

Any ideas on what to check first?

u/ChillGrilla — 6 days ago

▲ 5 r/Softball

Had a situation this weekend late in a pool play game, runners on, down a few runs.

A hitter who’s been working on slapping exclusively for about 6 months got told right before her AB to switch back to hitting from her natural side (hadn’t seen a live pitch from her natural side in months). She struck out swinging.

At the youth level, (12u in this case) how do you balance trying to put your team in the best situation to win vs. sticking with a player’s development?

Coaches/parents, what are you doing there?

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u/ChillGrilla — 9 days ago