Ok, definitely forgot about this thread. Rereading myself from 2 years ago is really weird. I was such a novice back then...
Since the last post I replaced the front crank seal, installed a subwoofer, and got remote start installed at Best Buy.
Also bought 3 broke down cars to teach myself mechanics (91 Firebird, 96 Jetta, 92 Ford Ranger), sold 2 of them (Firebird and Jetta), and totaled my GP.
I've become the go-to mechanic for several of my mom's old lady friends. Kinda fun seeing how little I used to know so short ago.
Looking to replace my Pontiac soon, hoping to another w body.
