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You can use kitty litter, but keep in mind, kitty litter is basically clay, and it is designed to absorb moisture, so it will get soft. Sand is a much better idea. They actually sell “Tube Sand” at places like Lowe’s, Home Depot, your local hardware store, etc. These are even better because the sand is the same that you would find in a plow truck, and it’s packaged in a way that makes it convenient. Stays put for driving traction, and you can open it up if you get in a jam. They also come in plastic bags instead of paper bags like kitty litter. And they’re less than $5 a bag for 60 lbs, which is actually cheaper than an equivalent amount of kitty litter.
I used to work at a Lowe’s up here in Maine, and we kept pallets of them right by the doors, and every winter they were a sure-seller.
Keep the great, informational videos comin’, Eric!!!
BTW, the ski-mask was a nice touch. B)
You can use kitty litter, but keep in mind, kitty litter is basically clay, and it is designed to absorb moisture, so it will get soft. Sand is a much better idea. They actually sell “Tube Sand” at places like Lowe’s, Home Depot, your local hardware store, etc. These are even better because the sand is the same that you would find in a plow truck, and it’s packaged in a way that makes it convenient. Stays put for driving traction, and you can open it up if you get in a jam. They also come in plastic bags instead of paper bags like kitty litter. And they’re less than $5 a bag for 60 lbs, which is actually cheaper than an equivalent amount of kitty litter.
I used to work at a Lowe’s up here in Maine, and we kept pallets of them right by the doors, and every winter they were a sure-seller.
Keep the great, informational videos comin’, Eric!!!
BTW, the ski-mask was a nice touch. B)
That makes sense, but the 2.2 I’m thinking of is early 90’s pre-Vortec, and I believe it has traditional lifters, pushrods, and timing chain. Correct me if I’m wrong.
That makes sense, but the 2.2 I’m thinking of is early 90’s pre-Vortec, and I believe it has traditional lifters, pushrods, and timing chain. Correct me if I’m wrong.
OK, you mentioned that in the video, and that’s fine, but I wonder if that engine is more prone to it than others? Oil starvation issues perhaps?
My Regal 3.8L is going on 150K and It’s quiet as a mouse. This Sonoma 2.2L I’m thinking of doesn’t have that many more miles. I know every engine is different and that’s what begs the question.
OK, you mentioned that in the video, and that’s fine, but I wonder if that engine is more prone to it than others? Oil starvation issues perhaps?
My Regal 3.8L is going on 150K and It’s quiet as a mouse. This Sonoma 2.2L I’m thinking of doesn’t have that many more miles. I know every engine is different and that’s what begs the question.
Eric, what about 4-cyl S-10’s? Specifically, the ones from the 90’s with the 2.2 liter 4. I’ve heard many of those trucks with their valvetrains clicking and clacking BADLY, but they run fine. This engine should, as you mentioned, have hydraulic lifters, so why so much noise? Just severe wear?
Eric, what about 4-cyl S-10’s? Specifically, the ones from the 90’s with the 2.2 liter 4. I’ve heard many of those trucks with their valvetrains clicking and clacking BADLY, but they run fine. This engine should, as you mentioned, have hydraulic lifters, so why so much noise? Just severe wear?
Eric, what about 4-cyl S-10’s? Specifically, the ones from the 90’s with the 2.2 liter 4. I’ve heard many of those trucks with their valvetrains clicking and clacking BADLY, but they run fine. This engine should, as you mentioned, have hydraulic lifters, so why so much noise? Just severe wear?
Eric, what about 4-cyl S-10’s? Specifically, the ones from the 90’s with the 2.2 liter 4. I’ve heard many of those trucks with their valvetrains clicking and clacking BADLY, but they run fine. This engine should, as you mentioned, have hydraulic lifters, so why so much noise? Just severe wear?