I saw that after I ordered the 16 oz. one. Both say 4% of the oil, so we'll see how it goes tomorrow.
I'm mostly a full time nomad since retiring. I've been to many ports with my boat and lots or remote places in my motorhome. Wild critters can be a problem, four legged and bugs. This is my first line of defense from them. Note it is 100% peppermint oil and not 90% water like most others, dilute it to your needs but needs to be reapplied as needed.
Ok, the modratters are not letting us post our links. Search this on Amazon,
16 fl oz - Peppermint Essential Oil 100% Pure, Uncut - GreenHealth
Another note anymore than 20% strength it will deter you from sticking around
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My 2010 Jeep Liberty's tailgate open/closed sensor failed. I was driving down the road and the dash alert came on and said "GATE". Gate was shut fine. Tried cleaning it. Nope. Took off the interior trim and disconnected all the easy-access connectors....no go...still "GATE" message, and the interior dome lights would stay on, potentially killing the battery.
Took off the latch assembly to get at the sensor clip, and instead of cleaning it more and retrying, assuming it will fail even if cleaned, I did a potentially unsafe thing and disconnected it. So now the car won't be able to tell if the gate is open, but it won't discharge the battery either. The down side is 1) Safety if gate left open and 2) dome lights won't come on when only gate is opened.
To "fix" it - this is the tailgate that flips up, not swings out - do at your own risk.
1) unscrew the two bolts that hold the trim in place on the bottom side of the trim panel. Use a trim tool or large screwdriver to unsnap the trim all the way around the outer edge. Set the interior trim aside.
2) unscrew the 3 torx screws that hold the latch assembly in place on the hatch.
3) Slip the assembly out and disconnect the small white two-wire connector to the sensor....press the center of the housing with a narrow flat-blade screwdriver to release the clip.
4) reinstall latch assembly and trim panel + screws.
No dead battery. Optionally, get a new or junk assembly (or just the sensor if you can) and reinstall.
Took off the latch assembly to get at the sensor clip, and instead of cleaning it more and retrying, assuming it will fail even if cleaned, I did a potentially unsafe thing and disconnected it. So now the car won't be able to tell if the gate is open, but it won't discharge the battery either. The down side is 1) Safety if gate left open and 2) dome lights won't come on when only gate is opened.
To "fix" it - this is the tailgate that flips up, not swings out - do at your own risk.
1) unscrew the two bolts that hold the trim in place on the bottom side of the trim panel. Use a trim tool or large screwdriver to unsnap the trim all the way around the outer edge. Set the interior trim aside.
2) unscrew the 3 torx screws that hold the latch assembly in place on the hatch.
3) Slip the assembly out and disconnect the small white two-wire connector to the sensor....press the center of the housing with a narrow flat-blade screwdriver to release the clip.
4) reinstall latch assembly and trim panel + screws.
No dead battery. Optionally, get a new or junk assembly (or just the sensor if you can) and reinstall.
I have a 2012 and haven’t had that problem but have a different problem. When I start it, the display shows a spare pressure low message. I can clear it with the menu button. I took it to a shop to have it checked and my spare doesn’t have a sensor. According to the dealer, they use the same software whether you have a pressure sensor on the spare or not. According to the manufacturer the only way to fix it is to replace the entire console. It’s not that big of a deal and not worth 1000+ to eliminate the message.
How many decades did we go without a tailgate sensor?
It’s kinda like ABS systems. Those typically quit working 10-20 years later. Most people don’t know it. Is ABS nice. Yes. But we went decades without it and the cost to fix it can be prohibitive.
Totally agree with both posts.
I will note that "in the old days" the usually had a simple button-switch that could be replaced on some things, like doors and possibly tailgates (station wagon hatch backs if they had those? Or swing out.). But it's a cheap part and an easy fix. Now it's all expensive, integrated into another part, and probably costs more bucks to replace the whole thing, and it's harder to do.
It IS a safety feature of sorts though, don't want stuff rolling out on the expressway if the liftgate bounces open. Chances are remote, but....
But yeah, too "sophisticated" for it's own good. Simple=better.
We have a tankless water heater installed 4 years ago. Since then theres knocking and other times a “whoosh” sound like air when turning on the shower or flushing. The sound is now worse and the shower water will rush out then go to normal pressure.
This all seems to me like the main pressure regulator is failing: air in the lines and sudden rushes of water pressure.
Anyone have any other thoughts for things to have checked?
This all seems to me like the main pressure regulator is failing: air in the lines and sudden rushes of water pressure.
Anyone have any other thoughts for things to have checked?
Tri flow for me
Tri-Flow TF20027 Industrial Lubricant with Teflon - SALE ITEMS
www.jdindustrialsupply.com
Also comes in a "drip" version.
I forgot about that one. We always have some at work.Tri flow for me
Tri-Flow TF20027 Industrial Lubricant with Teflon - SALE ITEMS
www.jdindustrialsupply.com
Also comes in a "drip" version.
I find the Triflow to be a bit more lasting, although of course if inside, either works just fine. With both, the "carrier" will eventually go away, evaporate, but the teflon stays in place
It's that time of year again. If you have an ant or any crawling insect problem, I discovered a good way to rid your home and yard of these pest.
Diatomaceous Earth Food Grade
The food grade is safe for you, your pets and garden. IMHO it's way more effective than the sugar bait traps for all the crawler has to do is walk through it no matter what his appetite is.
How's the squirrel situation coming along?
I trapped one outside my house today. Released about 7-8 miles away an hour ago.
Unfortunately I think I still got something in my attic. Need more time to figure that out.
I be trapping squirrels all spring and summer. Fine by me.
Cheap $23 Amazon trap is what got this one. Thinking about buying a smaller one for chipmunks.
EDIT: Bait is peanuts (in shell, unsalted). I also taped a black trash bag around that back half of the trap because a professional trapper on YT says he has the best luck that way. He tapes his up with heavy duty black duct tape.
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