Tundras live: Dumb Dad Jokes, Incorrect Opinions, and Relationship Advice.

How's Sea-town @T-Rex266

 

He brought the monsoon season…

 

Rained like hell here yesterday, sunny skies and wind today.

 

At one point Quaker State bought Slick 50 and advertised it as a quality engine protector. It cost me an overhaul. When I contacted them about it and sent parts damaged by the treatment, they sent back a letter that they'd looked at the parts under a 10 power magnifying glass and found that it couldn't be their problem. For those who don't know, Slick 50 contains Teflon, copper, and sodium. If you want to weld parts together with a hammer, you use a metal (like copper) and an impurity (like sodium). Slick 50 attached bits of copper to the valve faces (old engine with old valve seals), and to the piston rings. A couple of years later Quaker State basically admitted that it was snake oil and agreed to a settlement to a class action suit. Since I had filed a complaint, they sent me my part of the settlement. It was a discount coupon for Quaker State oil. Like I'd ever use that filth again. I've since heard of other horror stories. One was from a parts house that had to replace two engines. The pressure relief valves on the oil pumps were welded open and the engines suffered major damage. The store replaced the engines since they'd recommended the product, and it was one of their major customers. Another was from someone that had the piston rings welded in place causing major oil consumption. The list is pretty long.

 

I had my husky put down at home just for that reason. I know you think it will be bad memories and want to do it at the vet, but no one has to see your family distraught and they will allow you to pay at a later date.

 

Good plan, that'll make it suck a little less.

Our lab turned 12 yesterday, not looking forward to that day. We got her while my wife and I were dating.

 

I'm sorry, man. It's hard enough to deal with losing a friend without having logistical concerns.

 

Depending on how old the kids are, could be a good life lesson. Death is part of life. But I get ya, do what you think is best for you and yours. Never easy, they are with us long enough to be family, but too short in the grand scheme of things. Hope it goes as well as it can for all involved.

 

Yes, it makes sense.... and I understand your thinking on this; and please understand I have zero experience as a parent, so my thoughts on this part are simply a theory...

I would think that the kids have seen the progression of age w/the pup, and if they are old enough to understand that the pup is now sick and has hit a point in its life where it is no longer enjoying life (playing, eating, etc.); it's a chance for them to learn the importance of being there for someone in a time of great need (even if that means absorbing a bit more pain yourself for the time being); it's a chance for them to understand in greater detail to passing of life; and once the crappy feelings about being there are gone they can understand and begin to appreciate the comfort and closure that comes from having been there for a pup through it's final moments.

I may be thinking a bit too deep on that one, and obviously don't know their ages (which plays a huge role in their ability to understand, etc.). Also, please know that I'm saying this with the utmost of respect and would not want you to even consider doing something (especially w/your kids that doesn't sit well w/you) just wanted to offer a contrasting thought and opinion to a difficult situation

How's Abby doin'?? Any changes on her eating or activity at all??

 

Poor Abby

If she's not taking even her favorite treats I doubt this will make a difference, but if you happen to be out and near a grocery store you can check for these....


... they are a frozen pet treat, and because it's unique and cold it may entice her to try a little. Most grocery stores carry them in the frozen human treat aisles near the people ice cream cups and if she doesn't eat them you're pit will love 'em!!!

Lastly, if you're trying to get any extra water or electrolytes into her if she's not drinking enough feel free to use an eyedropper to give her small amounts of water or even some Unflavored Pedialyte if she'll take it (small amounts of both or she may vomit); but this will help keep her kidneys from shutting down on her.

 

Once it's warmed up, this truck is so much better on fuel when I'm running around town. Not sad about this at all.

 

Proper Tuesday food.

 

Nope. That was actually some minor uphill, then down. It's the same stuff my Tundra would report 20 MPG running once warmed up.

 

It's an odd blessing I have. I usually beat EPA estimates for fuel economy. I have for every vehicle I've owned since I started caring back in 2005.

 

Gorgeous, man.

 

For sure! The beginning of a long awaited spring is a wonderful time. I drove in to work with my windows down and blasting some metal. Just a beautiful day today.

 

Ever heard of using a Microfiber Cloth before posting Pics of your Baby Tundra?

 

Dash plastics scratch easy. Learned that from the Tundra. I do need to get my protector on there so I can keep it clean, though.