I noticed the air seemed to moving around the tire when it's rolling. It was moving the detritus along with it. I suspect that's a factor in tire cooling.
He's got his own tire mounting machine in his garage. He doesn't have to call "the guy."
I envy him having a ratchet drill to take off the lug nuts. I really miss my shadetree mechanic neighbor because I could borrow one of his when I wanted to play with my wheels. I do have two hydraulic jacks, so I can lift one side of the car and move tires front/back for rotations.
I have a lot in the closet, of high quality old audio equipment (speakers mainly) that I never sold. I'm finding from others posts here, this is a common symptom of Audiophileness. Didn't realize it was so common.
My wife has said I have more speakers than she has shoes.
I have a lot in the closet, of high quality old audio equipment (speakers mainly) that I never sold. I'm finding from others posts here, this is a common symptom of Audiophileness. Didn't realize it was so common.
My wife has said I have more speakers than she has shoes.
Picked up this little audio gem last night for $180. 100W X 2 into 8 ohms full bandwidth. Bluetooth, USB, turntable connections, etc. All loaded up and made by a highly regarded English audio company.
For a moment there I was concerned it might have a Lucas badge on it.
I have a lot in the closet, of high quality old audio equipment (speakers mainly) that I never sold. I'm finding from others posts here, this is a common symptom of Audiophileness. Didn't realize it was so common.
My wife has said I have more speakers than she has shoes.
Yeh, but you can't listen to shoes!
That’s right but you better listen to the wife that said it.
jmonroe
'15 Genesis Ultimate just like jmonroe's. '18 Legacy Limited with 3.6R (Mrs. j's)
I have my 3 power packs plugged in to make sure they are fully charged before the storm arrives. This way I will have plenty of power for my phone in case we lose power.🤓
I usually keep at least one power pack fully charged, mostly because it comes in handy if the device I am using runs low on juice I can keep using it and not have to be within a few feet of an outlet.
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I have a lot in the closet, of high quality old audio equipment (speakers mainly) that I never sold. I'm finding from others posts here, this is a common symptom of Audiophileness. Didn't realize it was so common.
My wife has said I have more speakers than she has shoes.
Yeh, but you can't listen to shoes!
Some shoes do squeak when you walk on certain surfaces.
2011 Hyundai Sonata, 2014 BMW 428i convertible, 2015 Honda CTX700D
I have a lot in the closet, of high quality old audio equipment (speakers mainly) that I never sold. I'm finding from others posts here, this is a common symptom of Audiophileness. Didn't realize it was so common.
My wife has said I have more speakers than she has shoes.
Yeh, but you can't listen to shoes!
Some shoes do squeak when you walk on certain surfaces.
Plus you would look kinda silly wearing speakers on your feet.
@abacomike, Vehicles parking parallel to the lines seems to be an issue.
It's when they pull in to their spot only halfway and block the parking lot that's scary. The garbage truck hit a car last month that was parked halfway into the spot. Driving in my parking lot is always a challenge!🤪😜🤓
@abacomike Stay safe. Like the photos. Those look like real palm trees.
they are doing amazing work with cell phone towers these days!
actually, along the highway here there are towers \disguised as pine trees (in the pine barrens area, so a natural choice). They even blend in well enough you really don't notice them.
Mike, the right time is when you need a car, and they have what you want at a price you are comfortable with. In hindsight, any move can look good or bad (like in my case, I would likely have been much better off waiting). But at the time, who knew that 5 months later we would still be housebound, and barely putting any miles on the car?
I disagree. The right time to buy a car is when you want one but don’t need it and the dealer HAS to sell one.
I remember reading once that most car advertisements are viewed by people who have already purchased a car. It’s normal to second guess after the fact. I know that when I bought my first new car after a 20 something year lapse I was still researching prices months later to see if I made a good deal.
C’mon man, be honest. You were checking adds to see how bad you screwed up.
jmonroe
That’s what checking to see if I made a good deal implies.
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that was surprisingly interesting. and a good reminder of why it isn't smart to drive on marginal tires, including ones with a lot of sidewall cracking.
Did that car’s wheels have a lot of camber? Drift car maybe?
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Mike, the right time is when you need a car, and they have what you want at a price you are comfortable with. In hindsight, any move can look good or bad (like in my case, I would likely have been much better off waiting). But at the time, who knew that 5 months later we would still be housebound, and barely putting any miles on the car?
I disagree. The right time to buy a car is when you want one but don’t need it and the dealer HAS to sell one.
I remember reading once that most car advertisements are viewed by people who have already purchased a car. It’s normal to second guess after the fact. I know that when I bought my first new car after a 20 something year lapse I was still researching prices months later to see if I made a good deal.
C’mon man, be honest. You were checking adds to see how bad you screwed up.
jmonroe
That’s what checking to see if I made a good deal implies.
I know, I know but who makes that determination? You, your wife or some yes man you hire for such things?
jmonroe
'15 Genesis Ultimate just like jmonroe's. '18 Legacy Limited with 3.6R (Mrs. j's)
My wife wants black wheels on her next SUV... luckily for me it appears that the XC90 doesn’t have an all black option. She told me that’s what she wants to replace the Enclave with. I also told her expect the payment to go up about $150. XC90 gets pricey before even getting to the Inscription trim level like my S60
As I posted in CCBA- So... My local dealer took in a 2016 M3 DCT- Yas Marina Blue, CF roof/front splitter/rear spoiler, Sakhir Orange leather. Very few options: M Adaptive suspension, H-K, Nav, Comfort Access, and that's it- absolutely no nannies. According to Car and Driver it will hit 100 mph in 8.5 seconds and runs the quarter in the 12.2 seconds. So it's actually fast. My wife is already in love with it, even though it's $6k over budget.
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Son's: 2018 330i xDrive
As I posted in CCBA- So... My local dealer took in a 2016 M3 DCT- Yas Marina Blue, CF roof/front splitter/rear spoiler, Sakhir Orange leather. Very few options: M Adaptive suspension, H-K, Nav, Comfort Access, and that's it- absolutely no nannies. According to Car and Driver it will hit 100 mph in 8.5 seconds and runs the quarter in the 12.2 seconds. So it's actually fast. My wife is already in love with it, even though it's $6k over budget.
I like the blue exterior. The interior is striking. Are you sure that something that bright will wear on you and your wife well? I would imagine you could strike a favorable deal as buyers won’t be flocking to something that unusual.
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This video is almost as strange as the GoPro in the tire. Right hand drive Bullitt Mustang. Started out thinking, why is the guy getting in on the passenger side? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yFTbCbb_db0
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My wife wants black wheels on her next SUV... luckily for me it appears that the XC90 doesn’t have an all black option. She told me that’s what she wants to replace the Enclave with. I also told her expect the payment to go up about $150. XC90 gets pricey before even getting to the Inscription trim level like my S60
@abacomike hasn't posted, and I heard on radio early news about lost power. I assume he's lost his internet connection. But his cellphone might be providing access if the towers are working.
Sandman is in that same area in a residence. Dino001 is midstate if I recall.
Thinking of electric power going out, I've considered recommending son and DIL check into backup power for their new home. I've seen stories about larger batteries as backups rather than natural gas or gasoline powered generators.
Does anyone have any experience with either one? I've also considered buying them a fairly large backup power supply for their computers since they both are heavy uses and work from home much of the time.
As I posted in CCBA- So... My local dealer took in a 2016 M3 DCT- Yas Marina Blue, CF roof/front splitter/rear spoiler, Sakhir Orange leather. Very few options: M Adaptive suspension, H-K, Nav, Comfort Access, and that's it- absolutely no nannies. According to Car and Driver it will hit 100 mph in 8.5 seconds and runs the quarter in the 12.2 seconds. So it's actually fast. My wife is already in love with it, even though it's $6k over budget.
I like the blue exterior. The interior is striking. Are you sure that something that bright will wear on you and your wife well? I would imagine you could strike a favorable deal as buyers won’t be flocking to something that unusual.
oldfarmer.....did you ever consider becoming a diplomat? Explorer doesn't mess around, gets right to the point;
That BMW might be ok if you are a Florida Gators fan. Otherwise that's an ugly interior.
I won't comment but I hope he has a strong pair of sunglasses....and I love the exterior.
Thinking of power supplies, I've considered recommending son and DIL check into backup power for their new home. I've seen stories about larger batteries as backups rather than natural gas or gasoline powered generators.
Does anyone have any experience with either one? I've also considered buying them a fairly large backup power supply for their computers since they both are heavy uses and work from home much of the time.
We have a neighbor who has a Tesla powerwall and solar panels. The solar panels run his home during the day and excess power charges the powerwall and the powerwall powers the house at night. Not sure what it cost him but he is all but off the grid. He likes it.
However given the price I would look at a gas generator.
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@abacomike hasn't posted, and I heard on radio early news about lost power. I assume he's lost his internet connection. But his cellphone might be providing access if the towers are working.
Sandman is in that same area in a residence. Dino001 is midstate if I recall.
Hope everyone is safe.
Thanks for your concern, imid. I did not experience a power outage, that I know of. Storm is 45 miles due east of me moving up into Palm Beach County. My daughter lives in South Boynton Beach, near the ocean, but she tells me everything is OK.
Very foggy outside with occasional heavy squalls from the bands of the storm. When the storm crossed Andros Island (largest Bahamian Island), it fizzled to a tropical storm with winds at 65-70 mph. It has not recovered from that and remains a tropical storm. The winds move counterclockwise around the center so our winds will be coming in from the west northwest soon.
I guess we dodged another bullet on this one like we did with Dorian last summer.
This video is almost as strange as the GoPro in the tire. Right hand drive Bullitt Mustang. Started out thinking, why is the guy getting in on the passenger side? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yFTbCbb_db0
Could he gush any more about the Mustang? I think the reviewer is smitten.
To get info on hurricanes and storms, I try to tune in to local weather reports on local TV channels. They report "facts" and "data" only!
Occasionally I tune to the Weather Channel for updates - and I get inundated with sensationalism and Shakespearean Drama. Sure they provide weather data and storm positioning, but they over dramatize the information.
As an example, the hurricane weakened to a tropical storm and they reported that fact as the NWS updated info, but then they warn of impending strengthening and to stay tuned for up-to-the-minute reports from meteorologists on Ft. Lauderdale Beach, Vero Beach, Daytona Beach, etc. "...I am very concerned about this storm causing extensive damage and power outages..." says the chief hurricane specialist.
I realize that they are providing a service to the public during these storm developments but there's a troubling "slant" in my opinion when compared to local weather reporting which tends to be less dramatic and less ominous.
My wife wants black wheels on her next SUV... luckily for me it appears that the XC90 doesn’t have an all black option. She told me that’s what she wants to replace the Enclave with. I also told her expect the payment to go up about $150. XC90 gets pricey before even getting to the Inscription trim level like my S60
lease a service loaner. Might help a bit.
Yes, a little. Equipped the way we would want, a T6 Momentum with HK and heated rear seats is 60K. No way that’s leasing at $500/ month. It’s more like $650ish. An Inscription is upper 60s and payments in the 7’s right now.
Enclave stays in the fleet until December, so who knows what deals there will be.
$650 is well beyond what I am willing to pay on a lease (heck, beyond what I am willing to pay on a loan!). For the "good" car I will go to $400. If I lease again when the TLX is done, cap will be $300 (the days of the nice car for $225/month may be done).
I agree that with the craziness in the world today, predicting conditions in December is just a wild guess.
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I noticed the air seemed to moving around the tire when it's rolling. It was moving the detritus
along with it. I suspect that's a factor in tire cooling.
He's got his own tire mounting machine in his garage. He doesn't have to call "the guy."
I envy him having a ratchet drill to take off the lug nuts. I really miss my shadetree mechanic
neighbor because I could borrow one of his when I wanted to play with my wheels. I do have
two hydraulic jacks, so I can lift one side of the car and move tires front/back for rotations.
2014 Malibu 2LT, 2015 Cruze 2LT,
2017 MB E400 , 2015 MB GLK350, 2014 MB C250
2017 Cadillac ATS Performance Premium 3.6
2017 Cadillac ATS Performance Premium 3.6
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'18 Legacy Limited with 3.6R (Mrs. j's)
2011 Hyundai Sonata, 2014 BMW 428i convertible, 2015 Honda CTX700D
2011 Hyundai Sonata, 2014 BMW 428i convertible, 2015 Honda CTX700D
2011 Hyundai Sonata, 2014 BMW 428i convertible, 2015 Honda CTX700D
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Vehicles parking parallel to the lines seems to be an issue.
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jmonroe
'18 Legacy Limited with 3.6R (Mrs. j's)
'24 Chevy Blazer EV 2LT
2014 Malibu 2LT, 2015 Cruze 2LT,
Stay safe.
Like the photos. Those look like real palm trees.
2014 Malibu 2LT, 2015 Cruze 2LT,
actually, along the highway here there are towers \disguised as pine trees (in the pine barrens area, so a natural choice). They even blend in well enough you really don't notice them.
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
2019 Kia Soul+, 2015 Mustang GT, 2013 Ford F-150, 2000 Chrysler Sebring convertible
2019 Kia Soul+, 2015 Mustang GT, 2013 Ford F-150, 2000 Chrysler Sebring convertible
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jmonroe
'18 Legacy Limited with 3.6R (Mrs. j's)
2025 Ram 1500 Laramie 4x4 / 2023 Mercedes EQE 350 4Matic / 2022 Icon I6L Golf Cart
So...
My local dealer took in a 2016 M3 DCT- Yas Marina Blue, CF roof/front splitter/rear spoiler, Sakhir Orange leather. Very few options: M Adaptive suspension, H-K, Nav, Comfort Access, and that's it- absolutely no nannies.
According to Car and Driver it will hit 100 mph in 8.5 seconds and runs the quarter in the 12.2 seconds. So it's actually fast.
My wife is already in love with it, even though it's $6k over budget.
Mine: 1995 318ti Club Sport-2020 C43-1996 Speed Triple Challenge Cup Replica
Wife's: 2021 Sahara 4xe
Son's: 2018 330i xDrive
2019 Kia Soul+, 2015 Mustang GT, 2013 Ford F-150, 2000 Chrysler Sebring convertible
Right hand drive Bullitt Mustang.
Started out thinking, why is the guy getting in on the passenger side?
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
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'18 Legacy Limited with 3.6R (Mrs. j's)
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he's lost his internet connection. But his cellphone might be providing access if the
towers are working.
Sandman is in that same area in a residence. Dino001 is midstate if I recall.
Hope everyone is safe.
2014 Malibu 2LT, 2015 Cruze 2LT,
Does anyone have any experience with either one? I've also considered buying them a fairly large backup power supply for their computers since they both are heavy uses and work from home much of the time.
2014 Malibu 2LT, 2015 Cruze 2LT,
I won't comment but I hope he has a strong pair of sunglasses....and I love the exterior.
2017 MB E400 , 2015 MB GLK350, 2014 MB C250
However given the price I would look at a gas generator.
2011 Hyundai Sonata, 2014 BMW 428i convertible, 2015 Honda CTX700D
Very foggy outside with occasional heavy squalls from the bands of the storm. When the storm crossed Andros Island (largest Bahamian Island), it fizzled to a tropical storm with winds at 65-70 mph. It has not recovered from that and remains a tropical storm. The winds move counterclockwise around the center so our winds will be coming in from the west northwest soon.
I guess we dodged another bullet on this one like we did with Dorian last summer.
2024 Genesis G90 Super-Charger
Occasionally I tune to the Weather Channel for updates - and I get inundated with sensationalism and Shakespearean Drama. Sure they provide weather data and storm positioning, but they over dramatize the information.
As an example, the hurricane weakened to a tropical storm and they reported that fact as the NWS updated info, but then they warn of impending strengthening and to stay tuned for up-to-the-minute reports from meteorologists on Ft. Lauderdale Beach, Vero Beach, Daytona Beach, etc. "...I am very concerned about this storm causing extensive damage and power outages..." says the chief hurricane specialist.
I realize that they are providing a service to the public during these storm developments but there's a troubling "slant" in my opinion when compared to local weather reporting which tends to be less dramatic and less ominous.
This is just my opinion.😜🤪🤓
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Enclave stays in the fleet until December, so who knows what deals there will be.
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I agree that with the craziness in the world today, predicting conditions in December is just a wild guess.
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.