#32 Wow, ain't that the truth. Plus, under the hood of modern cars, it's like electronic pasta. I recall working for Sears when we'd get something like a mid 70's Dodge in, and I could install a new set of shocks in 15 minutes. I don't even attempt my own LOFs now (back issues, too), and an oil change runs over $50 around here. Highway robbery. Plus, our cars take like 5-6 quarts, 5W20 (remember when nearly all cars took 40 weight?), etc. I still recall seeing my older brother drop a new engine in his 74 F-150, bolting it together by standing in the engine bay. My 2008 F-150 has some daylight between the compartment and the engine, but the 2007 Mustang is so tight that I can't figure out how the hell the mice get into it once in a while. Thankfully, we have owls, eagles, etc., in the area, so not a lot of mice.
I always figured sight would be the worst sense to lose. Losing half of it has confirmed that for me, and nearly 2 years after losing all but about 5% in the corner and I'm still trying to get used to it, but I am very grateful I still have the one. If I'd had a better doctor three years ago, I might still have sight in both eyes. You think of all patients, they'd be most careful with a lawyer just to avoid problems. Case on that is pending. Health care in a rural area...I'd probably be better off going to the local vets.
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