Can you believe
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Bill D
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I`m dealing with it too. I sure hope we get enough rain to wash it away
just finished washing the car its a loaner from Toyota...my 2019 is in re call and Toyota doesn`t know when it will be repaired...the engine will shut off on you....
Bill D
Hooked For Life
Wow! That`s a dangerous thing to happen. Surprised it`s a Toyota problem. Hope they fix it soon
Setec Astronomy
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We just have snow and salt to wash off the cars here in NJ--no pollen yet. Maybe tomorrow or the next day.
yes it it`s dangerous especially on A1A...passing a car with traffic coming the other way...I am a Toyota fan, but surprises me they don`t have a remedy yet....
maurofc70:
Not sure what the "Can You Believe" thread title is referencing; the excess pollen in Florida you are experiencing OR the unresolved engine shut-off problem with your Toyota.
What model Toyota do you drive and does it have the auto engine shut-off/restart feature when you come to a complete stop?? Have you reported your problem to the federal National Highway Traffic Safety Administration?? https://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/ivoq/Complaint.cfm
Not sure what the "Can You Believe" thread title is referencing; the excess pollen in Florida you are experiencing OR the unresolved engine shut-off problem with your Toyota.
What model Toyota do you drive and does it have the auto engine shut-off/restart feature when you come to a complete stop?? Have you reported your problem to the federal National Highway Traffic Safety Administration?? https://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/ivoq/Complaint.cfm
Excuse my upper-Midwest Wisconsin ignorance, but;
1) What plants/fauna are the main contributors of this excessive pollen?
2) Is this a sticky-type of pollen(s) when it/they combine(s) with the Gulf of Mexico/Atlantic Ocean-induced ever-present humidity in Florida, which is a mess on vehicles??
3) Does this pollen exacerbate allergy and asthma problems for such individuals who are prone to those health issues?
Hey, here in Green Bay we are under an "Air Quality Alert" because the winds are so light and the air so cold, the sinking and stagnant cold air is "holding" (actually trapping) minute pollutant particles (combustion particles from furnaces and vehicles) in the air. Not good for those with asthma or breathing difficulties.
You in Florida have pollen; we in Wisconsin have cold-air pollution.
1) What plants/fauna are the main contributors of this excessive pollen?
2) Is this a sticky-type of pollen(s) when it/they combine(s) with the Gulf of Mexico/Atlantic Ocean-induced ever-present humidity in Florida, which is a mess on vehicles??
3) Does this pollen exacerbate allergy and asthma problems for such individuals who are prone to those health issues?
Hey, here in Green Bay we are under an "Air Quality Alert" because the winds are so light and the air so cold, the sinking and stagnant cold air is "holding" (actually trapping) minute pollutant particles (combustion particles from furnaces and vehicles) in the air. Not good for those with asthma or breathing difficulties.
You in Florida have pollen; we in Wisconsin have cold-air pollution.
I am no expert I think Maple trees...River birch...bayberry...blueberry oak trees....we do live near the ocean and its been windy here..Pollen is one of the most common causes of allergies...yes it does stick to the car...the day the car was covered I drove 50 miles and when I was back home the pollen was still there
I have a 2019 Camry se...is does not have the automatic shut off....the car is at the dealer now...but they don`t know when it will be fixed...the loaner they gave me is a 2020 Highlander
AHHH, the "joys" of living in a southern state with a warm, ocean-influenced climate. if it isn`t pollen, it`s bugs (love bugs?). If it isn`t bugs, its thunderstorms, tornadoes, and hurricanes/tropical storms, regardless of its strength Category.
It`s kinda difficult to imagine pollen being "REALLY BAD", especially when emphasized twice. Our`s in Wisconsin is cottonwood dander (seedlings). It is horrid. Looks like cotton EVERYWHERE and it plugs the cooling fins of air conditioning units because they act like outdoor vacuums, enough to cause them to overheat if not cleared. In my neighborhood we have Linden trees (Basswood family) that drop seeds pods and leaves starting in mid-June and sap that sticks like glue if you park under them. Fortunately it is water-soluble, but does require a higher car wash soap ratio to effectively remove it. If it rains on a sap-laden vehicle, the mess is like maple syrup poured over your vehicle.
AHHH, the "joys" of living in a true four-season Midwest climate. If it isn`t de-icing salt Road Traffic Film, it`s bugs (bay flies and grasshoppers). If it isn`t bugs, it tree sap. if it isn`t tree sap, it`s hail damage from sever thunderstorms. If it isn`t hail, it`s drunk drivers. (Wisconsin has the notorious distinction of the most bars per capita AND the state with the highest binge-drinking rate per individual in the United States. ONLY state in the union where multiple drunk driving convictions is NOT a felony. In Green Bay recently a 72-year old man ran into an electrical pole with his vehicle. Upon police arriving and investigating the accident, he was charged with driving while intoxicated (OWI). It was his 18th OWI citation. No valid driver`s license (revoked in 2011!) and no vehicle insurance as well)
It`s kinda difficult to imagine pollen being "REALLY BAD", especially when emphasized twice. Our`s in Wisconsin is cottonwood dander (seedlings). It is horrid. Looks like cotton EVERYWHERE and it plugs the cooling fins of air conditioning units because they act like outdoor vacuums, enough to cause them to overheat if not cleared. In my neighborhood we have Linden trees (Basswood family) that drop seeds pods and leaves starting in mid-June and sap that sticks like glue if you park under them. Fortunately it is water-soluble, but does require a higher car wash soap ratio to effectively remove it. If it rains on a sap-laden vehicle, the mess is like maple syrup poured over your vehicle.
AHHH, the "joys" of living in a true four-season Midwest climate. If it isn`t de-icing salt Road Traffic Film, it`s bugs (bay flies and grasshoppers). If it isn`t bugs, it tree sap. if it isn`t tree sap, it`s hail damage from sever thunderstorms. If it isn`t hail, it`s drunk drivers. (Wisconsin has the notorious distinction of the most bars per capita AND the state with the highest binge-drinking rate per individual in the United States. ONLY state in the union where multiple drunk driving convictions is NOT a felony. In Green Bay recently a 72-year old man ran into an electrical pole with his vehicle. Upon police arriving and investigating the accident, he was charged with driving while intoxicated (OWI). It was his 18th OWI citation. No valid driver`s license (revoked in 2011!) and no vehicle insurance as well)
Desertnate
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Not looking forward to pollen season here when it hits. Fortunately everything is still thawing out from the snow and there is more expected next week. Temps in the low 40`s and colder will keep the trees on hold for a while.
When it hits us it`s the maples, oaks, ash, birch, etc. Just about every tree start producing pollen. When the flowering decorative trees start blooming it gets even worse!
When it hits us it`s the maples, oaks, ash, birch, etc. Just about every tree start producing pollen. When the flowering decorative trees start blooming it gets even worse!
Well I picked up my car today from the dealer ...it was in there because of a re call the engine would just shut off...they said they replaced the fuel pump .just don`t know why it took them over a month to figure what was wrong....thanks for everyone`s reply`s....from my original Thread
My wife’s 2017 highlander has the recall also
Toyota refered the fuel pump a low pressure pump
evidently it’s too low pressure said they would contact us to bring it in. That was a month ago
i guess somebody has to make a boat load of pumps. Haven’t had any problems yet
knock on wood
Toyota refered the fuel pump a low pressure pump
evidently it’s too low pressure said they would contact us to bring it in. That was a month ago
i guess somebody has to make a boat load of pumps. Haven’t had any problems yet
knock on wood