I did call about the sexual harasser. The person to whom I talked was equally horrified and agreed I was harassed, too, that other people hearing this would not like it especially if they had children with them. And, she agreed that being her manager and him being white and her being black was a problem, too. Oh, I found out he was CS manager. Good going, guy.
When we left Saturday to travel out of town, I noticed squeaking from Tommy's side of the car occasionally. He said his Crocs were squeaking on the brake pedal. Finally, I told him something else was squeaking. If forgot to tell the dealer Monday. So, I called today.
I was told that noise was rust on the rotors, that every time we let it sit and not drive it, the rust forms and then squeaks. I insisted this was not from rotors, that I could hear it in the car. I have heard brakes grinding before. He assured me I was hearing rusty rotors. Finally, I called mower who knows a lot about cars. He thought the excuse was ludicrous. So, we wait.
I cancelled a doctor's appointment and got a sooner one. It took the woman forever to understand I am supposed to see this doctor sooner, at least 63 days between appointments. Finally, I got a proper appointment.
Since I have a driver's license and can legally drive once more, I decided to take a spin around the neighborhood, I left with only my debit card...lol. Then, I decided to go get oil changed and a car wash. I could not see to drive with dust reflecting on windshield. The car now looks wonderful. I needed gas. Tommy had struggled mightily to get into the car, so I got out to pump. Not possible. A message came up to go inside.
I needed to go inside, too far for me to walk, so female employee offered to go in, use my card for me, and bring it back out. By the time this all was accomplished, I was too tired to go to oil change.
Besides, Tommy's blood sugar was so low, he needed to eat. As I was driving after getting out for gas, I noticed him doing something busily. We had just gone to Publix and only gotten bread. He was wolfing down a slice of bread since he left his snack in his car when he got into mine. It was not ideal, but he was not passing out.
When we got home, cleaner wanted to come with her daughter to look the Rogue. Since we might not be home, she wants to come Friday, drive the car, and pay for it even if we do not have title yet. She wants to make sure to get it. Now, she will be here Friday around 4 pm. The Rogue is a hot commodity right now. Actually, people are lined up for the Impala, too.
When we came home, I made coleslaw. For dinner, I had coleslaw, chopped slaw with kale, tomato and turkey--all cold. Tommy had a sandwich with turkey and bbq sauce and the new slaw I made. We had a blueberry muffin with real blueberries.
The only thing I tried to do that did not pan out was talking to SS office. She was going to call me after I left a message!
We have a long day tomorrow. I have mixed feelings about our plans.
Do rotors rust overnight and squeak when the car is driven the next day?
Can you hear squeaks from rotors in the passenger cabin of a car and down in floor where brake pedal is located?
I’m not sure about rust rotors. I would want to find out though.
ReplyDeleteBelinda,
DeleteBefore I talk to them again, I will find out.
You did right to report the man for harassment.
ReplyDeleteRegardless of colour he was 'punching down' - using his power as a senior to belittle or embarrass a junior colleague.
YS,
DeleteColor does matter to HR. He is such an obnoxious person, anyway. He is using his power to keep things under his control. You are correct.
Since we don't drive a lot, whenever we first pull out (with our old and new car) of the garage it gives a good sqeak, but after that the rest of the time driving it, it's fine. DH said it's just condensation in the brakes and the freeze up or something from sitting.
ReplyDeleteOne,
DeleteThanks for that information. We had it delivered on Wednesday; it sat Thursday. On Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday. So, I doubt rust or condensation had occurred. Maybe I am wrong. Probably neither since I heard it at Tommy's feet inside car. But, I really appreciate the input. Condensation sounds more likely than rust.
Yes, I have heard of and experienced squealing/squeaking brakes when first driving a car. DD's RAV4 does it.
ReplyDeleteA Chrysler/Dodge website says:
A squealing/squeaking noise is caused by rust formation, usually due to water on the rotors. If moisture collects on the rotors surface, a thin layer of rust is formed. If you park your car outdoors, you may find that your brakes squeak when you drive the car in the morning. As you begin driving off, the rust gets scraped off by the brake pads, and this produces a high-pitched squeal. Once that rust is off, the noise should subside.
Sue,
DeleteYou can hear this inside the car only on the driver's side inside the car?
I hear it inside the car on driver's or passenger's side.
DeleteThaanks.
DeleteThe electric car makes all sorts of humming sounds that don't sound at all like the car is running.
ReplyDeleteUrspo,
DeleteMy friend's car frightened me when I realized it was silently moving toward me. Nope, does not sound 'right' to me.