i hate mulch as well and want to put rock down. my question is what if you want to add new plants and need to change the plants around? how do you do that with rock? is that difficult to clear the rocks to dig down to the soil for new plants or hedges? same goes if you put the weed fabric? rock is great but i hesitate because it seems a lot harder to move out of the way than mulch to plant new foliage. wont the soil get all over the rocks?

It's upside down

i used a toothpick and just broke it off

That's a great simple solution

Thank you very much for this video, Rick! We have a 2014 GX460, which although much newer, is mechanically very similar to the 4th and 5th gen 4Runner. Our GX has also recently started having an erratic gas gauge that starts off at Full after a fill up, but will meander up and down slightly while driving and now tends to read too low. Looks like it will not be too hard to drop the tank and replace just the sending unit.

Is there anybody out there that likes this stupid feature, that ads more money to the vehicles price😢

Ok Rick. You are my hero today! 😂 My washer ALSO does this. I just order the lint trap cover for the dryer you mentioned now I am watching your fix for the washer. You are so thorough in your videos!! Thank you!

Thank you for this important information.

This drives me insane! What I do now is slowly open the door about 2 inches and slide my hand inside to push the laundry back then immediately clean out the lint. Pain in the ASS. Seriously want a new dryer because of this.

Good idea but could you go little futher and super glue that in that position instead of having the card sticking on the side? I am sure when it comes to resale it, that person probable thank you for it. Nobody like that stuupid features. I got one on my Kia Sealtos and I hated it too and super glue it in the "Off" position. Thank you

Do you pick up ameila earhart calling for help?

Works great on my 2025 Palisade Calligraphy!!! THANK YOUUUUUU!!

just keep holding the button for a few seconds and release. That should work the same way.

That feature is to reduce emissions to meet EPA standards. The slight reduction in fuel consumption is not the primary reason for its existence on a vehicle.

Great discovery but it didnt work on the Harrier. Although the button stays down, once the engine is shut off, it still goes back to the default

I tried this today and it was vapor free. 😊 I used a 55 gallon polyethylene bag, which is thicker than a normal trash bag. Thanks for the idea.

2024 and still very useful👏🏾👏🏾 THANK YOU

You need to fill in the mulch more densely , for low maintenance landscaping. That way you won't have to replace the mulch every year

💯 ... YES ... this helps from A to Z ... everything I'm looking to "accomplish" in an area on the entire length of a home. From blowing after the fall or any trimming, weed riddance, drainage, the "how to" correctly, how much rock needs to be purchased, terra stones may stay put even better than 1"-4" cobble stones (certainly better than the TINY white river rock or gravel meant for in between pavers). Previous owner's landscaping idea. Washes away. And, who wants to buy THAT MUCH mulch every few months; at least twice a year to look "okay". But, would NOT work in some areas ... washes away faster than stone and impossible to get out of grass once molded. Kills the yard grass; increases weeds while trying to grow back. Also, adding matching larger paver stones (sporadically but methoducally) in some areas for ladder use/weight/balance for bush/tree trimming to keep off roof line and away from house to walk behind. Can not Thank You enough for the ... solution ... to an ongoing 12 year problem. Our neighbor tackled the problem on his side of the/his house and has not had ANY problems for 12 -20 years. And, used ~ 2" white river rock. But, minimal algea can be noticeable if not picked out and replaced (or gently bleached?). From your video now I know how he accomplished a perfect landscape for a difficult area. Both homes (unfortunately) have to use the black plastic barrier because of the amount of water in this low(er) area; between our homes, after heavy storms & hurricanes. But, with enough stone (no weeds) and appealing/attractive landscaping ... his maintained plastic edge is barely noticeable; and only close up, not from end of driveway or street level. For a little more money ... may consider the (new) plastic no dig brick 6" "retaining wall" ... over the black plastic edge (already) in place. 50/50 on that added extra/optional expense and/or "final look". Time wise (no extra digging) even $40 per 5 feet x 40+ feet ... could be tempting. Either way ... "plastic" must be used if no time to build an actual stone retaining wall. Both use 10" spikes to hold. One curves more easily. So? With the darker stones ... this could be a win win (even less noticeable black plastic edge from street level). And, no "copy cat" of neighbor's yard work and idea. 😂 Individual looks that BOTH work! Maybe then I'll be brave ennugh to add some "color" to the mix! 😊 At least a few attractive large potting plants on a few of the larger pavers; with year round or seasonal flowers. Something "fun" not tideous and overwhelming and continuous .. no more constant/discouraging ALL DAY weed pulling year round. Next to do ... After actual "stone" retaining wall and pavers behind and around backyard pool. Newer neighborhood ... So, hurricane proofing 101. Your video helped ... TREMENDOUSLY. Sending to daughter & spouse. No mess ups. One time & done.🎉

Bought this Speed Queen TC 5 from a local mom and pop store on 9/2/24, couple of store employees brought it out, I opened lid, made a scraping sound, called store and was told all of these brand of washers make that sound. I also noticed foam/soap coming out of drain stand pipe, called Alliance company who builds Speed Queen washers was told we were using too much soap was not, was given the run around and typical stonewalling. I called store where we bought it, was told my drain was the problem, I had videos of foaming, then wanted a swap out or credit on my bill. They would not work with me. This went on for a month and a half. I had to call my credit card bank and file a dispute. Took almost a month for them to come pick up washer. Will not buy Speed Queen products no more. Company did not work with me nor the store. I think this machine has design flaws. It does not foam on permanent press cycle only heavy duty and ECO/normal cycle. By the way, company rep told me not to use ECO mode, not enough rinse water on last spin cycle. He told me this was a government requirement on washing machines and not to use it. We tried vinegar in the wash and fabric softener no avail. Beware before u buy. Do some research. We then bought another brand, Speed Queens are built pretty solid but company will not admit that this model has problems.

Hi, currently having same issue 05 4runner limited V8 - it did start with just the gas gauge. I took it to the dealer and they said I needed a new Gas Cap. After a $300 gas cap...the issue returned to the gauge but then all of the gauges on the dash were doing the same thing. jumpy needles. no speedometer. and odometer is also out. there's a source of connection because all the lights work. but all gauges are not working. I just use the digital gas gauge and haven't noticed any issues with the amount I have in the tank or when I'm filling up. just the gauges on the dash do not work. would this be the same issue as yours? I have another mechanic who's stumped by this issue.

Great write-up, Thanx

Excellent Idea. I love my 2023 Santa Fe, BUT that dang "feature" is a huge mistake. I've actually had my vehicle hesitate using Kroger Gas. Quick Trip seems to not hesitate.

Thank you for sharing. This is a doable project for the small area I'm working on.

Thank you Guy. What make and model car did it work on? Rick.

That's a nice and easy, creative fix! Works like a charm... thank you!

Wish they would put the heat element in front. I had to remove the front, then drum, etc. make it accessible for the do it yourselfers. I like to see how things run to me it’s a learning experience.

The government force the manufacturer make car energy efficient and they know if they listen to the government they will go out of business so they come with these kind of tricks to fool the government and empty out pocket

Thank you so much for posting this. I tried your tip on my 2016 Honda Pilot Elite and it works like a charm! I would suggest that anyone bugged by this "feature" give it a try regardless of the make/model they own. Thanks again!

Hey Rick. Is there anywhere to get internal parts for the Aquawinder. Suncast no longer offers any parts.

Thanks Rick for your video. I ordered the lint trap for my speed, queen dryer and now my clothes don’t get lit when I’m pulling out of dryer.

How do you switch to lower speed spin?

Wow! I'd love to snag a trip like this before I die. Served on CVN65 September 1973 - March 1974 in Washington and California waters. SK2 who volunteered for sea duty because I was bored at NAS Glenview. Enterprise was being refitted for F14 Tomcats, first in the fleet. Spent 90% of my time below deck, but got to watch the first cat launch. Separated from active duty 4/1/74. Except for the last 50 years with my wife, best 3 years ever. Thanks to Commander Bates at Glenview who helped push my orders. Fly Navy!

What size terra rock is this?

Your taking the piss ?? I wouldn’t be letting that toxic stuff in

Thank you Rick. You are the Man clock is working awesome

Yessir! It worked for my 2021 Genesis GV80. Thanks Rick!

*What kind of plastic is this?*

Just bought the TC5 washer. ($1,300). How do you like the matching dryer. My dryer died the same day they delivered my new Speed Queen Washer! I’m thinking of getting the matching dryer??

Crows are also an issue tearing up our grass. Just cleaned horrible bird nests yesterday, will try this thank you!

could of just planted a bunch of nice plants.. no rocks no fabric no mulch lol

Great vid, very informational , but as a person who had done a lot of public speaking you need to make you point sooner. Your vid could have been just as informational in half the time.

Did anyone find it a nuisance to clean the filter? The design of the filter makes it stationary. It cannot be removed to clean the mesh filter, it is screwed fast. I am hoping that the filter never breaks down. Did anyone find the unremovable mesh filter a problem? Anyone with the same thoughts?

Just yesterday for a fourth time my car stopped on a highway due to this feature. Thank you, I will use your idea and save my car battery .

Since you have fabric covering the area around the plants entirely, you are keeping water and nutrients from getting to the plants, right? I saw a few things saying to not put rock or fabric right up to the plant so you can. Easily water and fertilizer in there. What do you think about that?

Rick, I’m so happy you found your lint trap fix. I can’t imagine going thru life as you did over the past few years. Surprised that given your troubleshooting skills that you didn’t build your own lint trap cover.

Thank you for giving a detailed video on how to landscape with rock so it looks nice, eliminates the expense and labor of applying mulch every year, and is maintenance free. The lava rock looks so nice! We need to redo our front landscaping next year, I am sick of dealing with mulch. It is expensive and labor intensive to apply every year. We put in a new sidewalk from the garage to around the back of the house. We filled in the space with stone so it looks so much cleaner. I like the landscaping to look nice with a minimal amount of work.

i think you're using wear and tear as an excuse. the real truth of the matter, is that it is the dumbest thing ever, and it pisses you off😂😂😂 Thanks for the vid!

Dang plastic bags have been outlawed in my state. 😆 Good info though thanks.

5:45 The fix. Add 1oz of vinegar in with the detergent. Personally I don't know people put so much soap in the washer. Use 1-2T only. If there are suds, use less detergent.