# hatch (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 3 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover hatch. Page: Feed: --- ## [Issue 77 • A Gallumaufrey](https://joehillfiction.substack.com/p/issue-77-a-gallumaufrey) _2026-08-14 · Joe Hill · Joe’s Substack_ The European Tour • Carpenter Rocks Out • Miller Time • 50 Thrillers • The Big Charity Sale ## [2004 – 2006 Pontiac GTO Parking Brake Release Retaining Clip](https://ryangralinski.com/2004-2006-pontiac-gto-parking-brake-release-retaining-clip/) _2026-08-08 · Ryan Gralinski · RyanGralinski.com_ 2004 - 2006 Pontiac GTO Parking Brake Release Retaining Clip The post 2004 – 2006 Pontiac GTO Parking Brake Release Retaining Clip appeared first on RyanGralinski.com . ## [2026 AutoX Season Prep - Year 3 of XB](https://eddieabbondanz.io/post/civic/2026-autox-prep/) _2026-07-31 · Eddie Abbondanzio_ It’s 2026 and the Civic is midway through it’s third season of autocross. I run in XB (mainly due to the engine swap) and have been enjoying competing locally even though I’m currently getting my butt handed to me by three boosted Miatas. ## [Issue 76 • It's Your Hot Dragon Summer](https://joehillfiction.substack.com/p/issue-76-its-your-hot-dragon-summer) _2026-07-02 · Joe Hill · Joe’s Substack_ PS Publishing Announces the King Sorrow Limited Edition--with bonus content; Headline Revamps The Backlist; Father's Day with Last Podcast on the Left ## [The Unexpected End](https://eddieabbondanz.io/post/original-xj-build/the-unexpected-end/) _2026-06-19 · Eddie Abbondanzio_ My first XJ is no more. I feel bad that I was unable to finish it after all the time and effort I put into fixing the rust it had but the project stopped being enjoyable and I had to be realistic with myself that it was not going to be finished in a timely manner. ## [How to Build a B20 VTEC Part 13: Install And First Start](https://eddieabbondanz.io/post/honda/how-to-build-a-b20-vtec-part-13/) _2026-05-21 · Eddie Abbondanzio_ At this point the B20V should be ready to drop in. There’s no special steps required to install it in your car and it can be treated like any other B-series engine. If you’re installing your engine into a chassis that previously had a non-VTEC engine you’ll need to buy the connectors and run two extra wires to the ECU (A4, and D6) and there’s already guides available online… ## [How to Build a B20 VTEC Part 12: Engine Accessories](https://eddieabbondanz.io/post/honda/how-to-build-a-b20-vtec-part-12/) _2026-05-19 · Eddie Abbondanzio_ For engine accessories such as the power steering pump, alternator, or AC (I’m not using AC) you can mostly treat a B20V like a regular B20. The power steering pump is the only accessory that’ll require special attention since it mounts to both the head and the block instead of just the block like the alternator or AC compressor. ## [How to Build a B20 VTEC Part 11: Positive Crankcase Ventilation](https://eddieabbondanz.io/post/honda/how-to-build-a-b20-vtec-part-11/) _2026-05-18 · Eddie Abbondanzio_ When you slap a VTEC head on a non-VTEC block you need to have a plan for how to allow crankcase pressure to escape while the engine is running. On a B20B (or LS) the PCV valve is located on the head but for the GSR or B16 engine the PCV valve is on the block and that’s a problem. ## [Issue 75 • Joe Hill Sells Out](https://joehillfiction.substack.com/p/issue-75-joe-hill-sells-out) _2026-05-08 · Joe Hill · Joe’s Substack_ The backlist is on Humble Bundle; Skelton Crew has the goods; ephemera ## [How to Build a B20 VTEC Part 10: Air and Fuel Delivery, VTEC Oil Feed, and Coolant Lines](https://eddieabbondanz.io/post/honda/how-to-build-a-b20-vtec-part-10/) _2026-04-12 · Eddie Abbondanzio_ Installing an intake manifold and fuel rail / injectors on a b20v is the same as any other VTEC head. The main things to be mindful of are matching the intake manifold to the head (ex: GSR head requires a GSR intake) and that longer intake manifold studs may be necessary when using an aftermarket manifold, or thicker gasket. ## [Marketplace for AI-Powered Professionals (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/90OF4fgQckVs) _2026-04-11 · **Sponsored**_ Find professionals who use ChatGPT, Copilot, and Claude to deliver work faster. ## [Issue 74 • The Horror! The Horror!](https://joehillfiction.substack.com/p/issue-74-the-horror-the-horror) _2026-04-02 · Joe Hill · Joe’s Substack_ An April Appearance in Mass; Lividian's Latest; The Inaugural Best New Horror Quiz ## [How to Build a B20 VTEC Part 9: Setting Timing, Valve Lash, and Buttoning Up The Block](https://eddieabbondanz.io/post/honda/how-to-build-a-b20-vtec-part-9/) _2026-03-23 · Eddie Abbondanzio_ The B20V is on the homestretch at this point. The internals are all set and now its time to start spending more time on everything outside of the block. ## [The Correct Distributor Cap For the B18C1 (GSR) TD-68U / TD-84U](https://eddieabbondanz.io/post/honda/correct-distributor-cap-for-b18c1-td-68u/) _2026-03-12 · Eddie Abbondanzio_ The TD-68U and TD-84U distributors found in OBD1 and OBD2 94-01 Integra GSRs are different in size than other B-Series distributors and require a special distributor cap. I’m currently building a B20V with a GSR head and had a lot of trouble sourcing the correct distributor cap because of this. There’s several aftermarket brands out there that claim to fit but the only cap that… ## [How to Build a B20 VTEC Part 8: Torquing Down the Head and Installing the Cams](https://eddieabbondanz.io/post/honda/how-to-build-a-b20-vtec-part-8/) _2026-03-08 · Eddie Abbondanzio_ The block’s finally ready for the head to be torqued down and finished up now that all the clearances (v2v, p2v) checked out. ## [How to Build a B20 VTEC Part 7: V2V Clearance, Degreeing the Cams, and P2V Clearance](https://eddieabbondanz.io/post/honda/how-to-build-a-b20-vtec-part-7/) _2026-03-07 · Eddie Abbondanzio_ Building a custom engine is basically 80% measuring and double checking things. Every time you think your done measuring there’s another thing you need to check. I’ve got my GSR head and B20 block ready to go but they can’t be bolted together until I double check my valve to valve clearance, and piston to valve clearance. ## [How to Build a B20 VTEC Part 6: Head Prep](https://eddieabbondanz.io/post/honda/how-to-build-a-b20-vtec-part-6/) _2026-03-06 · Eddie Abbondanzio_ Let’s shift focus to the head now that the block’s ready to go. Like mentioned earlier, I’m using a GSR head and it’s fully stock but has had some work done to it by the previous owner including milling it flat. ## [How I (Almost) Fixed My MMU3 Jamming When Finishing Prints](https://eddieabbondanz.io/post/3d-printing/how-i-addressed-mmu3-unload-jams/) _2026-03-02 · Eddie Abbondanzio_ I run a CoreBoxx on one of my Prusa Core Ones and overall I’ve been happy with it but for awhile I kept running into issues with the MMU3 jamming when attempting to unload the filament at the end of a print. ## [PrusaSlicer: Custom First Layer Extrusion Multiplier](https://eddieabbondanz.io/post/3d-printing/prusa-slicer-custom-first-layer-extrusion-multiplier/) _2026-02-24 · Eddie Abbondanzio_ Having the ability to run a higher extrusion multiplier on the first layer can be handy for getting a better finish. I print a lot of PETG on the textured plate and a higher multiplier helps ensure the first layer flows out nice and doesn’t leave any tiny holes or outlines between lines. ## [Issue 73 • Fall In Love (Again)](https://joehillfiction.substack.com/p/issue-73-fall-in-love-again) _2026-02-23 · Joe Hill · Joe’s Substack_ Rodriguez slays; who's laughing now?; some upcoming appearances; you gotta love it ## [Prusa Slicer: How to Increase Initial Purge Line Length](https://eddieabbondanz.io/post/3d-printing/prusa-slicer-increase-initial-purge-line-length/) _2026-02-23 · Eddie Abbondanzio_ I primarily print single color prints but I have a MMU3 installed atop my Core One via a CoreBoxx because I like to use it as a color selector for keeping 5 of my most used filaments loaded. ## [Ship software peacefully (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/F4DKyaQiLyr8) _2026-02-22 · **Sponsored**_ Connect your repo and deploy instantly — Railway handles config, scaling, and monitoring. ## [Escape Hatch • 72 • Cutting Remarks](https://joehillfiction.substack.com/p/escape-hatch-72-cutting-remarks) _2026-02-02 · Joe Hill · Joe’s Substack_ The purposes of an escape hatch; just glad to be on the list; chopping block; hungry yet? ## [Rust Repair Part 27: Prepping Four Doors Takes Forever](https://eddieabbondanz.io/post/original-xj-build/unibody-rust-repair-part-27/) _2026-01-19 · Eddie Abbondanzio_ I’ve come to the realization that unless a body panel is covered in epoxy primer and in good enough shape that you could start on body filler then the metalwork isn’t actually done. The XJ is still a long ways away from being ready for filler but asking myself this question when working on each panel has been a handy litmus test for me to tell when it’s actually… ## [How To Set Up a Rollo Thermal Printer With Linux](https://eddieabbondanz.io/post/linux/setting-up-a-rollo-thermal-printer-with-linux/) _2025-12-20 · Eddie Abbondanzio_ With my side gig of selling 3d printed parts slowly taking off, I figured it was time to pick up a thermal printer for making shipping labels. I was worried this be easier said than done since I run Pop!\_OS on my laptop but as it turns out Rollo (one of the popular budget friendly printer manufacturers out there) has full linux support and even offers official drivers. ## [Escape Hatch • 71](https://joehillfiction.substack.com/p/escape-hatch-71) _2025-12-11 · Joe Hill · Joe’s Substack_ Apple of My Eye ## [My $450 Scratch Built NAS with 12TB of Storage](https://eddieabbondanz.io/post/homelab/diy-elitedesk-g3-800-sff-nas/) _2025-11-27 · Eddie Abbondanzio_ I’ve been having some fun dipping my toes into the realm of homelabbing and decided it was time to build a proper NAS. I used to back up my data between my two laptops using Syncthing and I felt fairly safe with that setup because if one laptop died I’d still have all the data on the other laptop. ## [Rust Repair Part 26: Welding in the Driver 2x6 Rocker](https://eddieabbondanz.io/post/original-xj-build/unibody-rust-repair-part-26/) _2025-11-18 · Eddie Abbondanzio_ It’s taken much longer than anticipated but with the outer quarter panel welded in I was finally ready to install the 2x6 rocker. Back in May of 2024 I did most of the prep work so all I really had to do now was the final steps of welding in the 2x6. ## [Rust Repair Part 25: Rebuilding the Driver Quarter Panel](https://eddieabbondanz.io/post/original-xj-build/unibody-rust-repair-part-25/) _2025-11-17 · Eddie Abbondanzio_ One of the last big TODOs left on the driver side was to rebuild the quarter panel. Welding a panel in is moderately easy but ensuring it’s properly aligned is hard. Since the driver side was also missing the inner wheel well / lower structure of the quarter I had less reference points to work with which made me slightly nervous. ## [How to Build a B20 VTEC Part 5: Bottom End Assembly](https://eddieabbondanz.io/post/honda/how-to-build-a-b20-vtec-part-5/) _2025-11-10 · Eddie Abbondanzio_ Enough measuring for now, it’s time to do some assembly and get the crank, pistons, and rods installed. Overall assembly of the bottom end isn’t super complicated, but it’s important to be careful. ## [Issue 70 • God Save The King](https://joehillfiction.substack.com/p/issue-70-god-save-the-king) _2025-10-27 · Joe Hill · Joe’s Substack_ King Sorrow Falls Upon The United Kingdom; My Face--on TV!; A Sorrow Roundup ## [King Sorrow Is Out Now](https://joehillfiction.substack.com/p/king-sorrow-is-out-now) _2025-10-21 · Joe Hill · Joe’s Substack_ Sorrow falls upon you; Scott Derrickson and Company dial up a big hit; Be A Patriot, buy Best American ## [Chovy's Blog: Agentic Coding (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/38f2lq9S5kDB) _2025-10-21 · **Sponsored**_ Personal posts on agentic coding, moshcode CLI, and security findings. ## [B16 / B18C1 / B18C5 Torque Specs](https://eddieabbondanz.io/post/honda/b16-gsr-type-r-torque-specs/) _2025-10-21 · Eddie Abbondanzio_ The ultimate list of torque specs for VTEC B-series engines such as the B16, B18C1 (GSR), B18C5 (USDM Type R), B18C (JDM Type R), etc… Note : Non-VTEC engines have different torque specs available here . ## [How to Build a B20 VTEC Part 4: Piston to Wall Clearance and Ring Gaps](https://eddieabbondanz.io/post/honda/how-to-build-a-b20-vtec-part-4/) _2025-10-18 · Eddie Abbondanzio_ With the bearing clearances dialed in, all that’s left to prep for installing the crank, pistons, and rods in the block is double checking the piston to wall clearance and setting the ring gaps. ## [Issue 69 • King Sorrow, The Grabber, and You](https://joehillfiction.substack.com/p/issue-69-king-sorrow-the-grabber) _2025-10-16 · Joe Hill · Joe’s Substack_ King Sorrow is out on October 21st; Pick Up The Black Phone--It's For You; Catch Me On Tour; "Ushers" in Best American; and more ## [How to Build a B20 VTEC Part 3: Measuring Bearing Clearances](https://eddieabbondanz.io/post/honda/how-to-build-a-b20-vtec-part-3/) _2025-10-13 · Eddie Abbondanzio_ Measuring bearing clearances isn’t what I’d call the most exciting step when it comes to building an engine but it’s an important one that can catch issues that will dramatically shorten your engine’s life. Simply put, bearing clearance is how much space exists between your crank journals and the main / rod bearings. ## [Rust Repair Part 24: Final Tweaks for the Passenger Fender](https://eddieabbondanz.io/post/original-xj-build/unibody-rust-repair-part-24/) _2025-10-09 · Eddie Abbondanzio_ With the passenger side just about sorted out, the last panel that needed some attention before I switch over to the driver side was the front fender. It wasn’t actually in that bad of shape relative to the rest of the Jeep but it did need a new mounting point down by the 2x6 rocker, and also had some rust in the lower front corner by the side marker. ## [How to Get Your Prusa i3 MK3.5S to Pass Fan Calibration](https://eddieabbondanz.io/post/3d-printing/mk3.5s-fan-calibration/) _2025-09-26 · Eddie Abbondanzio_ The Prusa MK3.5S is a great printer but it’s definitely picky about it’s fans. I figured I’d write up some of the tricks I learned while tuning mine. ## [I Bought an 05 RSX Type S With a Blown Transmission](https://eddieabbondanz.io/post/rsx-type-s/1-the-intro/) _2025-09-06 · Eddie Abbondanzio_ About a month back I was staying at an AirBnB with some buddies for an autocross event when one of them casually mentioned they had a friend with a broken down RSX type S sitting around and he was looking to sell it. ## [Spring Rate Converter](https://eddieabbondanz.io/post/honda/spring-rate-converter/) _2025-09-01 · Eddie Abbondanzio_ Easily convert spring rates from lb/in to kg/mm or vice versa ## [Two Seasons of Autocross Under It's Belt](https://eddieabbondanz.io/post/civic/two-seasons-of-autocross/) _2025-08-24 · Eddie Abbondanzio_ The Civic has completed almost two full seasons of auto cross without any major issues and has been an absolute blast to drive. I’ve been slowly making changes to it so I could see how each change feels and at this point I think it’s about perfect for my driving style. ## [Rust Repair Part 23: Fixing The Windshield Pillar Gaps And Adding Bracing](https://eddieabbondanz.io/post/original-xj-build/unibody-rust-repair-part-23/) _2025-08-13 · Eddie Abbondanzio_ With the XJ sitting on the chassis table I felt it was time to address the windshield pillars not lining up with the front doors. The pillars are almost touching the top corner of each door because back when I was replacing the drip rails I didn’t brace the roof enough and it shifted . ## [A Custom Rear Hitch To Haul My Mini Bike](https://eddieabbondanz.io/post/civic/custom-rear-hitch-receiver/) _2025-08-07 · Eddie Abbondanzio_ I recently built a mini bike and needed a way to haul it around with my 93 Civic hatch. Even though the bike is small enough that it’d fit inside the Civic, I’d have to lay it sideways and I didn’t like that because it could potentially leak oil or gas so I figured my best option would be to use a hitch cargo tray. ## [FreeCAD AppImage Fails to Start Due to SquashFS Error](https://eddieabbondanz.io/post/linux/freecad-appimage-fails-to-start/) _2025-08-04 · Eddie Abbondanzio_ If you’re trying to install FreeCAD on Linux via an appimage and your running into a Squashfs image uses (null) compression, this version supports only xz, zlib error on startup it’s due to a bug in AppImageLauncher. This is a known bug that’s been fixed for a few months but at the time of writing this (2025-08-04) the fix hasn’t been included in any releases yet. ## [Arco Mini Bike Build With a Predator 212 Swap](https://eddieabbondanz.io/post/shop/mini-bike-build/) _2025-08-03 · Eddie Abbondanzio_ At some of the larger autocross venues I go to it can be a pain to walk around on foot because of how long it takes you to get from point A to B. To get around faster people usually bring an assortment of transporation mechanisms such as bicycles, e-bikes, drift trikes, or even ATVs to get around. ## [How to Install Syncthing on Ubuntu](https://eddieabbondanz.io/post/linux/how-to-install-syncthing/) _2025-07-28 · Eddie Abbondanzio_ Syncthing rocks. I use it to keep my notes and docs synced between my two laptops and it’s never let me down. Recently one of my laptops went kaput after an OS upgrade and I was forced to set everything up from scratch (including Syncthing). Thankfully it’s pretty easy to set up. ## [B-Series Gear Calculator](https://eddieabbondanz.io/post/honda/b-series-gear-calculator/) _2025-07-26 · Eddie Abbondanzio_ Helpful calculator for comparing different b-series transmissions. Allows for custom gear ratios, and tire sizes. ## [CAN Bus Diagnostic Tool Solves Honda Civic Mystery](https://ryangralinski.com/aftermarket-parts-nightmare-can-bus-diagnostic-tool/) _2025-07-11 · Ryan Gralinski · RyanGralinski.com_ How I diagnosed a 2016 Civic that Multiple dealerships failed at. The post CAN Bus Diagnostic Tool Solves Honda Civic Mystery appeared first on RyanGralinski.com . ## [Rust Repair Part 22: Getting Jiggy With the XJ and Putting It on a Chassis Table](https://eddieabbondanz.io/post/original-xj-build/unibody-rust-repair-part-22/) _2025-06-20 · Eddie Abbondanzio_ I’ve made it pretty far on the metal work for my XJ without a chassis table but once I finish up the driver side I’ll need to start replacing the floor and frame rails so the rear suspension needs to come out and that means the XJ won’t have any wheels. That’s gonna be a problem because every so often I need to move the XJ around to make space for other projects like… ## [LS Swap Part 2: Converting a NP241C Transfer Case For the XJ With a SYE](https://eddieabbondanz.io/post/oemplus-xj-build/ls-swap-part-2-transfer-case/) _2025-06-12 · Eddie Abbondanzio_ There’s several options for transfer cases when LS swapping an XJ. Two of the more popular options are running the stock NP231 / NP242 with an adapter so it’ll mate up to the GM transmission or use a GM transfer case such as the NP241 that can be adapted to work with the XJ’s driveshafts. ## [LS Swap Part 1: A New Heart for the XJ](https://eddieabbondanz.io/post/oemplus-xj-build/ls-swap-part-1/) _2025-06-10 · Eddie Abbondanzio_ For the past year I’ve been daydreaming about a 6.0 LQ4 + 4L60E build but after seeing the prices of LQ4s I (the 6.0 tax is real) I decided to go with it’s little brother the 5.3 LM7. ## [How I Built My Chassis Table](https://eddieabbondanz.io/post/tools/diy-chassis-table/) _2025-05-31 · Eddie Abbondanzio_ I recently built a chassis table for \[the XJ I’m restoring\]({{ categoryref “LS XJ Build” }}) and figured I’d do a brief writeup. I’ve never built a chassis table before and from researching them online I quickly learned there’s no one size fits all solution.