Tuesday, May 17, 2011

The Automotive Dilemma or The Laugh For the Day

I had the engine replaced in my Ford F150 truck about five months ago. I am always listening and looking for signs that the engine is doing well or not doing well or whatever. Three days ago, Janet noticed an oily substance on the floor beneath the driver's seat. She checked and she looked and checked some more. "Well, it could be brake fluid," she said. "Or it could be a leak from the air conditioner," I added.

We decided that it was time to take the truck to our favorite mechanic. However, things being what they are, we procrastinated and left it for next week.

Today, we brought our trailer back from the dealer where it had gone for some warranty work. As we were leveling it and putting things away, I dismantled the hitch head which meant we had to take everything out of the back floor to find a place for it. Upon doing so, we noticed a much larger oily spot on the floor and, upon investigation, found a very old, melted pound of margarine under the seat. No, I don't know how it got there or where it came from. It's not even a brand we use. Maybe Cocoa the dog was going to do some baking. I really don't know. What I do know is that I am REALLY glad we didn't make a trip to the mechanic. How embarrassing!!

2 comments:

Shannon & Elizabeth said...

OMG! This is just classic! I got a good laugh, thanks :-)

amelia said...

That is so funny!!! I'm surprised you didn't smell it as well!!