u/wreck_of_u

Image 1 — Proper technique to peel off existing paint, before re-mudding?
Image 2 — Proper technique to peel off existing paint, before re-mudding?

Proper technique to peel off existing paint, before re-mudding?

I ripped a bunch of shelves, cabinets, etc. off, now I'm left with this mess.

I don't want the hassle of demolishing, disposal, and hauling new drywall lol

u/wreck_of_u — 5 days ago

Upholstery is a completely different beast than mechanical work..

At least for the seat, can I simply buy a replacement online? I just remove the seat and should be able to access the bottom to take off the whole cover?

Or is there custom sewing involved?

u/wreck_of_u — 8 days ago

I just got this car, and changing it's oil, I noticed the old drain bolt has 1) aluminum washer 2) some form of rubber that has disintegrated, and 3) some blue threadlocker-like type of thing around like they used it as a "gasket maker"?

Don't I just need to put a new copper crush washer, and torque it to spec?

u/wreck_of_u — 12 days ago

2012 E350. Do you think I need to open it up to check the chain tensioner and cam gear thingies? I haven't scanned for codes yet, but there is no check engine light. This is a cold start during the morning.

u/wreck_of_u — 14 days ago

Is there any other way to drain this old tank, so I can move it to the curb for bulk item pickup?

Drill holes? Oscillating saw? Or simply dolly it outside, let the garbage truck deal with it?

u/wreck_of_u — 17 days ago

That pressure relief valve in the middle is the safety mechanism, right? Why (or why not) do I need a thermal expansion tank?

u/wreck_of_u — 18 days ago