12string Posted August 27, 2020 Share #1 Posted August 27, 2020 So, the GTI project, since It's in the yard not the garage, requires element protection. I keep a roll of that stretchy saran wrap tape stuff to wrap things up to keep stuff out. Sometimes I wad a bunch of it up and stuff it in a hole to keep stuff out. Did I mention I got the transmission back in without a jack? Yeah, don't want to do that again soon. On to last weekend putting the starter back in. All painted up shiny, a couple bolts, easy peasy. Right up front where it's easy to see - that - what's that? Something shiny in behind the pressure plate? Apparently I left a huge wad of that saran wrap stuff stuffed in a hole inside the transmission. Only took about a 2 hours worth of cussing condensed into the hour it took to fish it out. 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kzoo Posted August 27, 2020 Share #2 Posted August 27, 2020 And here I thought this was a thread about me. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Razors Edge ★ Posted August 27, 2020 Share #3 Posted August 27, 2020 10 minutes ago, Kzoo said: And here I thought this was a thread about me. ...or @Dottles! He's been low key today! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kzoo Posted August 27, 2020 Share #4 Posted August 27, 2020 25 minutes ago, Razors Edge said: ...or @Dottles! He's been low key today! I have enough problem keeping track of my own issues. And making up some of @jsharr's issues. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Razors Edge ★ Posted August 27, 2020 Share #5 Posted August 27, 2020 3 minutes ago, Kzoo said: I have enough problem keeping track of my own issues. And making up some of @jsharr's issues. Don't worry! @Dottles is GREAT at reminding us of his stupidity epic adventures in life. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Silly Posted August 27, 2020 Share #6 Posted August 27, 2020 1 hour ago, 12string said: Apparently I left a huge wad of that saran wrap stuff stuffed in a hole inside the transmission. You shouldn't do that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsharr ★ Posted August 27, 2020 Share #7 Posted August 27, 2020 Most of my made up issues are real. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Razors Edge ★ Posted August 27, 2020 Share #8 Posted August 27, 2020 1 minute ago, jsharr said: Most of my made up issues are real. A nice complement to the fact that most of my real issues are made up! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dottleshead ★ Posted August 27, 2020 Share #9 Posted August 27, 2020 40 minutes ago, Razors Edge said: ...or @Dottles! He's been low key today! It's kind of rote. We all know I'm the obvious choice so sorta anticlimactic. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dottleshead ★ Posted August 27, 2020 Share #10 Posted August 27, 2020 13 minutes ago, Razors Edge said: Don't worry! @Dottles is GREAT at reminding us of his stupidity epic adventures in life. My wife quits her job in less than 4 business days you asshat. I'm about ready to make a life changing move in the middle of a pandemic, financial uncertainty and social unrest. What kind of stupidity don't I qualify for? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parsnip Totin Jack ★ Posted August 27, 2020 Share #11 Posted August 27, 2020 1 minute ago, Dottles said: My wife quits her job in less than 4 business days you asshat. I'm about ready to make a life changing move in the middle of a pandemic, financial uncertainty and social unrest. What kind of stupidity don't I qualify for? Are you moving here?: 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dottleshead ★ Posted August 27, 2020 Share #12 Posted August 27, 2020 15 minutes ago, Old No. 7 said: Are you moving here?: Slightly to the right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bikeguy Posted August 27, 2020 Share #13 Posted August 27, 2020 2 hours ago, 12string said: Did I mention I got the transmission back in without a jack? Yeah, don't want to do that again soon. I did that once... Centered the pressure plate, then I managed to get the transmission on my chest. Then lifted it up and forward. Yeah... once was enough for me too. (4 speed trans in my 1977 Z28 Camaro) At least you noticed the saran wrap... I don't thing you would want to find out what the plastic would have done to the pressure plate, etc... Hate to say it... I sure hope you got it all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny Come Lately Name Posted August 27, 2020 Share #14 Posted August 27, 2020 2 hours ago, Kzoo said: And here I thought this was a thread about me. Yup, you’re the first one I thought of, as soon as I read this: 3 hours ago, 12string said: a huge wad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kzoo Posted August 27, 2020 Share #15 Posted August 27, 2020 27 minutes ago, F_in Ray Of Sunshine said: Yup, you’re the first one I thought of, as soon as I read this: I really didn’t need your agreement. No, I didn’t really. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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