Used to believe it was just about buying the right parts too. That moisture article was a total eye-opener for me. It explains why my buddy's setup fried after one humid summer, even with decent components. The environment really is the silent killer.

Been there. Keep an offline episode downloaded for next time.

The NT301 is okay for basics, but it really struggles with deeper Freightliner systems. You'll hit a wall fast if you need to look at transmission or ABS modules. For a few bucks more, something with better software coverage saves a ton of headache later. It's a false economy if it can't pull the codes you actually need.

You're right that it's not magic, but calling it just "your eyes and your tape measure" feels too simple. If that's all it is, why does a rushed check with the same tools miss so much? It seems like the building's condition only becomes clear when you give it enough time to look properly.

Mobile has that thick, salty air but Springfield just gets this heavy, still dampness that sits on you. It might not be a contest but @abby_morgan18 is right about it being no joke. The heat there gets trapped in a way that feels different from a coastal breeze, even if the numbers look the same. My clothes stuck to me the whole visit in a way they never did down south.