Whodathunk finding parts for an American-sold Maserati would be tougher than finding them for a gray market car from a long-retired-from-US manufacturer? I am on my 3rd brake pad order and 2nd AC compressor order. The car has been up on the rack for 1.5 weeks now because I can’t put it back together. Local parts stores say “no dice” and these online places are turning out to be untrustworthy. Surprisingly, I got the right hubs on the first try.
———————————————— That’s downright aggravating.
You might want to ask a Maserati indy shop if they’re willing to tell you who they get parts from. I know this sounds crazy but when Son #1 bought his 2018 X3 a couple years ago the indy shop that he chose to have some work done (alignment and something I can’t remember now) was more than willing to share the names of sites he dealt with (even told him which ones to stay away from) and IIRC, one of the sites he liked was a place where our poster buddy @roadburner says he buys his BMW parts.
It can’t hurt.
jmonroe
Is it even possible to rebuild an AC compressor? Maybe a custom machine shop that could do the work for a price? I know there is a fabrication company down the hill from me that will custom forge just about anything metal. Different speciality but the same idea.
I had the same problem finding parts for my 95’ Mark VIII. Even at only 18 years old Ford didn’t make headlight assemblies or air ride parts any more. The EBay offerings were all defective. Parts were the main reason I got rid of it.
2019 Kia Soul+, 2015 Mustang GT, 2013 Ford F-150, 2000 Chrysler Sebring convertible
@oldfarmer50 said:
Is it even possible to rebuild an AC compressor? Maybe a custom machine shop that could do the work for a price? I know there is a fabrication company down the hill from me that will custom forge just about anything metal. Different speciality but the same idea.
I had the same problem finding parts for my 95’ Mark VIII. Even at only 18 years old Ford didn’t make headlight assemblies or air ride parts any more. The EBay offerings were all defective. Parts were the main reason I got rid of it.
Yes, rebuilt compressors are a thing. But they need to be able to find the rights parts, such as the clutch.
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That's a lot of money for what should be about $350 even for the best. I was hooked up with a Bosch battery for my S4 at around that price and it hasn't let itself be known since. Like I said, the B8.5 S4 is the Honda of Audis.
The B8.5 S4 is the one you have?
Of course. But an evil omen happened today. I have one employee under my direct management and mentorship at work, and this morning I heard his Honda Civic broke down and he needed AAA and might take a "car sick" day.
That's a sign I should make a CCBA punch, have the wife drive the S4 while getting her Tiguan fixed from that incident several months ago, and immediately thereafter sell the S4.
'18 Porsche Macan Turbo, '16 Audi TTS, Wife's '19 VW Tiguan SEL 4-Motion
I have an appointment for the Q5 on Saturday to have the battery replaced. Hard to believe we will have the Q5 5 years next month. My wife and daughter are meeting family later this month in southern GA. My experience with batteries is they generally last around 3-4 years. If the battery in the Q5 is original, we haven't replaced it, it is at least 6 -7 years old. The build date on the car is 9/15. I would feel horrible if the battery failed during the trip. I was quoted $505 at Audi, of which $190 is to program the battery to the vehicle. Sheesh. I suggested to my wife I check with some independent shops that specialize in German cars, but she feels most comfortable with having it replaced at Audi. Happy wife...
That's a lot of money for what should be about $350 even for the best. I was hooked up with a Bosch battery for my S4 at around that price and it hasn't let itself be known since. Like I said, the B8.5 S4 is the Honda of Audis.
I have an appointment for the Q5 on Saturday to have the battery replaced. Hard to believe we will have the Q5 5 years next month. My wife and daughter are meeting family later this month in southern GA. My experience with batteries is they generally last around 3-4 years. If the battery in the Q5 is original, we haven't replaced it, it is at least 6 -7 years old. The build date on the car is 9/15. I would feel horrible if the battery failed during the trip. I was quoted $505 at Audi, of which $190 is to program the battery to the vehicle. Sheesh. I suggested to my wife I check with some independent shops that specialize in German cars, but she feels most comfortable with having it replaced at Audi. Happy wife...
That's a lot of money for what should be about $350 even for the best. I was hooked up with a Bosch battery for my S4 at around that price and it hasn't let itself be known since. Like I said, the B8.5 S4 is the Honda of Audis.
Totally agree, over priced. My wife does not trust anyone to touch the Q5, only the Audi Service dept. If an independent shop messed something up, oh boy.
2021 VW Arteon SEL 4-motion, 2018 VW Passat SE w/tech, 2016 Audi Q5 Premium Plus w/tech
I have an appointment for the Q5 on Saturday to have the battery replaced. Hard to believe we will have the Q5 5 years next month. My wife and daughter are meeting family later this month in southern GA. My experience with batteries is they generally last around 3-4 years. If the battery in the Q5 is original, we haven't replaced it, it is at least 6 -7 years old. The build date on the car is 9/15. I would feel horrible if the battery failed during the trip. I was quoted $505 at Audi, of which $190 is to program the battery to the vehicle. Sheesh. I suggested to my wife I check with some independent shops that specialize in German cars, but she feels most comfortable with having it replaced at Audi. Happy wife...
That's a lot of money for what should be about $350 even for the best. I was hooked up with a Bosch battery for my S4 at around that price and it hasn't let itself be known since. Like I said, the B8.5 S4 is the Honda of Audis.
I have an appointment for the Q5 on Saturday to have the battery replaced. Hard to believe we will have the Q5 5 years next month. My wife and daughter are meeting family later this month in southern GA. My experience with batteries is they generally last around 3-4 years. If the battery in the Q5 is original, we haven't replaced it, it is at least 6 -7 years old. The build date on the car is 9/15. I would feel horrible if the battery failed during the trip. I was quoted $505 at Audi, of which $190 is to program the battery to the vehicle. Sheesh. I suggested to my wife I check with some independent shops that specialize in German cars, but she feels most comfortable with having it replaced at Audi. Happy wife...
That's a lot of money for what should be about $350 even for the best. I was hooked up with a Bosch battery for my S4 at around that price and it hasn't let itself be known since. Like I said, the B8.5 S4 is the Honda of Audis.
Totally agree, over priced. My wife does not trust anyone to touch the Q5, only the Audi Service dept. If an independent shop messed something up, oh boy.
————————————————- Dealers never mess up anything but some of them are pretty sloooow. Talk to our poster buddy @mjfloyd1 for more on that.
jmonroe
'15 Genesis Ultimate just like jmonroe's. '18 Legacy Limited with 3.6R (Mrs. j's)
@jmonroe1 can you find out the name of the indy BMW shop your son uses? Thanks!
———————————————— My Son hasn’t gotten back to me yet. I guess the flip work has him busy but when he does I’ll get back to you.
I got to thinking about the alignment I mentioned and I now remember that indy guy doesn’t do alignments he just recommended a shop for that. As I understand it, doing a 4 wheel alignment on a BMW SUV is a real process. To do it right they load the seats with the prescribed weight using sand bags. I don’t know what that cost him but I’m sure it wasn’t a $69.95 special. However, my Son is satisfied.
jmonroe
'15 Genesis Ultimate just like jmonroe's. '18 Legacy Limited with 3.6R (Mrs. j's)
I have an appointment for the Q5 on Saturday to have the battery replaced. Hard to believe we will have the Q5 5 years next month. My wife and daughter are meeting family later this month in southern GA. My experience with batteries is they generally last around 3-4 years. If the battery in the Q5 is original, we haven't replaced it, it is at least 6 -7 years old. The build date on the car is 9/15. I would feel horrible if the battery failed during the trip. I was quoted $505 at Audi, of which $190 is to program the battery to the vehicle. Sheesh. I suggested to my wife I check with some independent shops that specialize in German cars, but she feels most comfortable with having it replaced at Audi. Happy wife...
That's a lot of money for what should be about $350 even for the best. I was hooked up with a Bosch battery for my S4 at around that price and it hasn't let itself be known since. Like I said, the B8.5 S4 is the Honda of Audis.
I have an appointment for the Q5 on Saturday to have the battery replaced. Hard to believe we will have the Q5 5 years next month. My wife and daughter are meeting family later this month in southern GA. My experience with batteries is they generally last around 3-4 years. If the battery in the Q5 is original, we haven't replaced it, it is at least 6 -7 years old. The build date on the car is 9/15. I would feel horrible if the battery failed during the trip. I was quoted $505 at Audi, of which $190 is to program the battery to the vehicle. Sheesh. I suggested to my wife I check with some independent shops that specialize in German cars, but she feels most comfortable with having it replaced at Audi. Happy wife...
That's a lot of money for what should be about $350 even for the best. I was hooked up with a Bosch battery for my S4 at around that price and it hasn't let itself be known since. Like I said, the B8.5 S4 is the Honda of Audis.
Totally agree, over priced. My wife does not trust anyone to touch the Q5, only the Audi Service dept. If an independent shop messed something up, oh boy.
"I told you so!"
'18 Porsche Macan Turbo, '16 Audi TTS, Wife's '19 VW Tiguan SEL 4-Motion
Saw a post online from a guy crying about how he loved his SQ5, just got it a month ago (used), and lo and behold some negligent idiot recklessly totaled it.
He's OK physically health wise, and with a totaled car, consider yourself lucky. There's a lot of SQ5's out there, get another one.
When the car isn't totaled, you are much worse off, you'll be re-victimized by both the insurance company and the body shop. That's 3 victimizations consecutively.
Out of the 3 transgressions, I think the Insurance is the most egregious. Probably because they are the only ones you've been sending big money to previously and currently, and likely for years.
'18 Porsche Macan Turbo, '16 Audi TTS, Wife's '19 VW Tiguan SEL 4-Motion
I saw my first Cybertruck today. Hideous orange color. Much smaller than I thought. The Rivian trucks are more numerous around here and better looking. I still don’t get the point of them since they don’t tow well.
2019 Kia Soul+, 2015 Mustang GT, 2013 Ford F-150, 2000 Chrysler Sebring convertible
@jmonroe1 can you find out the name of the indy BMW shop your son uses? Thanks!
———————————————— OK, I got the shops name but since I don’t know if I can post the phone number I won’t. However, when I Googled the name, the phone number and particulars show up. My Son thinks he’s a little on the high side but pretty good. His name is Rick.
Snyder Automotive West Pittsburgh St. Greensburg, PA
I hope this helps. Good luck.
jmonroe
'15 Genesis Ultimate just like jmonroe's. '18 Legacy Limited with 3.6R (Mrs. j's)
True on both of your counts, for sure. I think the trick to owning any vehicle, or perhaps owning the "right" vehicle, is having something that best fits your needs for most circumstances. If I needed (wanted?) a pickup and my requirements were: daily driver, mostly local miles, and only tow locally or never tow, then an all-electric pickup would be high on my list. If I'm not doing one of those things, then I'd really have to consider the cons of choosing EV, and if I'm not doing two of those things, then definitely NOT electric. And, if I'm towing regularly over long distances, it's diesel. Only diesel; no choice and no comparison.
2018 Subaru Crosstrek, 2014 Audi Q7 TDI, 2013 Subaru Forester, 2013 Ford F250 Lariat D, 1976 Ford F250, 1969 Chevrolet C20, 1969 Ford Econoline 100
Second day of rain down South here and saw lots of standing water while just driving home from a doctors appointment. Our rainy season started a bit late but, think we've made up for what we've been lacking now. Suspect that in a few days, all our brown, dried grass will be a nice shade of green.
Today was the first time I wished I had all the safety nannies in my d d as it was pouring on the way down and hard to change lanes. First day I've driven over 10 miles since the middle of last month. Filled the Golf with petrol on May 11th and just under a half a tank right now...been in the house mostly. Gradually feeling better as p t is helping, a lot. Have a balance test scheduled in the next couple of weeks and they are calling in a neurologist in to get his take. Have a feeling I'll be back at work the first of July and we'll see how it goes. I have to do what's best for me health wise and if it means cutting back a day at work or even stopping all together, I just don't know yet. But making no decisions right now and doing the best I can, taking each day as it comes. I'd hate to get back behind the wheel and cause some serious damage to anyone!
2023 Hyundai Kona Limited AWD (wife) / 2025 VW GTI (me) / 2019 Chevrolet Cruze Premier RS (daughter #1) / 2020 Hyundai Accent SE (daughter #2) / 2023 Subaru Impreza Base (son)
@oldfarmer50 said:
I saw my first Cybertruck today. Hideous orange color. Much smaller than I thought. The Rivian trucks are more numerous around here and better looking. I still don’t get the point of them since they don’t tow well.
Orange? A wrap, I assume.
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It seems some dealers are starting to feel the pinch as inventory ramps up. I received this today. Dear STEVEN, I hope you are having a great day. My name is Alden and I'm the General Sales Manager here at Volkswagen of South Charlotte. The reason you are getting this email is that we accidentally ordered too many new Volkswagens from the factory and our lot is overflowing. We have more vehicles in stock than we have had in years, and we simply don't have room! Because of this, we are offering every new Volkswagen in stock at INVOICE price THIS WEEK ONLY. That's invoice, not MSRP.
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————————————————- I have a hard time believing anything when I see 2 clowns that just returned from Harbor Freight performing a pull test in a parking lot just to see how many clicks they can get.
Given the intelligence of video watchers, I think I should do a video showing what my Jenny can do. Well, it would be more believable if I did it with Mrs. j’s AWD Legacy.
I might believe what I see IF the test is done by a reputable outfit and they provide some particulars.
C’mon man, enough is enough already with this internet fluff.
jmonroe
'15 Genesis Ultimate just like jmonroe's. '18 Legacy Limited with 3.6R (Mrs. j's)
It seems some dealers are starting to feel the pinch as inventory ramps up. I received this today. Dear STEVEN, I hope you are having a great day. My name is Alden and I'm the General Sales Manager here at Volkswagen of South Charlotte. The reason you are getting this email is that we accidentally ordered too many new Volkswagens from the factory and our lot is overflowing. We have more vehicles in stock than we have had in years, and we simply don't have room! Because of this, we are offering every new Volkswagen in stock at INVOICE price THIS WEEK ONLY. That's invoice, not MSRP.
————————————————- That email is about as insulting as the pull test I just watched.
jmonroe
'15 Genesis Ultimate just like jmonroe's. '18 Legacy Limited with 3.6R (Mrs. j's)
@jmonroe1 said:
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I have a hard time believing anything when I see 2 clowns that just returned from Harbor Freight performing a pull test in a parking lot just to see how many clicks they can get.
Given the intelligence of video watchers, I think I should do a video showing what my Jenny can do. Well, it would be more believable if I did it with Mrs. j’s AWD Legacy.
I might believe what I see IF the test is done by a reputable outfit and they provide some particulars.
C’mon man, enough is enough already with this internet fluff.
jmonroe
That’s just one link/example. It is widely publicized. It is just the CT’s programming that evidently doesn’t want any wheel spin.
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I have a hard time believing anything when I see 2 clowns that just returned from Harbor Freight performing a pull test in a parking lot just to see how many clicks they can get.
Given the intelligence of video watchers, I think I should do a video showing what my Jenny can do. Well, it would be more believable if I did it with Mrs. j’s AWD Legacy.
I might believe what I see IF the test is done by a reputable outfit and they provide some particulars.
C’mon man, enough is enough already with this internet fluff.
jmonroe
That’s just one link/example. It is widely publicized. It is just the CT’s programming that evidently doesn’t want any wheel spin.
———————————————— I’m not trying to argue with you but just because the internet is full of tests being done by click gathering shade tree mechanics, that doesn’t inspire validity of the test as far as I’m concerned.
jmonroe
'15 Genesis Ultimate just like jmonroe's. '18 Legacy Limited with 3.6R (Mrs. j's)
Checked with the Kia dealer - the Sportage PHEV we have our eyes on is expected to arrive early next week.
Next step is to arrange for a test drive, so that the daughter can see (and approve of) the color and get a feel for the driving dynamics. I should probably ask them to ensure that it can be driven in pure EV mode on the test drive.
Checked with the Kia dealer - the Sportage PHEV we have our eyes on is expected to arrive early next week.
Next step is to arrange for a test drive, so that the daughter can see (and approve of) the color and get a feel for the driving dynamics. I should probably ask them to ensure that it can be driven in pure EV mode on the test drive.
Unlike the Volt, I don’t notice a big difference between gas and EV mode. It’s very smooth either way. I’m also not sure it’s ever in pure EV mode, I’d call it “mostly EV” mode. We have had ours 3 months now and just put some gas in it once. The hard thing to get used to is that climate and infotainment are controlled by the same buttons! Try to turn down the volume and it’s freezing because you forgot to change the tiny icon from climate to infotainment! We have adjusted to this by using voice assistant for practically everything, and I actually prefer that now as you never have to take your eyes off the road. Will be interested to hear her impressions.
It seems some dealers are starting to feel the pinch as inventory ramps up. I received this today. Dear STEVEN, I hope you are having a great day. My name is Alden and I'm the General Sales Manager here at Volkswagen of South Charlotte. The reason you are getting this email is that we accidentally ordered too many new Volkswagens from the factory and our lot is overflowing. We have more vehicles in stock than we have had in years, and we simply don't have room! Because of this, we are offering every new Volkswagen in stock at INVOICE price THIS WEEK ONLY. That's invoice, not MSRP.
That’s assuming invoice means the same thing to you as it does to the dealer.
As an aside, my son just passed thru Charlotte and was nearly stranded there after his flight from Las Vegas was delayed 4 hours and he missed his connection. That’s a pretty good sized airport you have there although the kid says the Vegas airport is bigger.
2019 Kia Soul+, 2015 Mustang GT, 2013 Ford F-150, 2000 Chrysler Sebring convertible
@jmonroe1 said:
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I’m not trying to argue with you but just because the internet is full of tests being done by click gathering shade tree mechanics, that doesn’t inspire validity of the test as far as I’m concerned.
jmonroe
Agreed. I trust nothing Elon posts.
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I’m not trying to argue with you but just because the internet is full of tests being done by click gathering shade tree mechanics, that doesn’t inspire validity of the test as far as I’m concerned.
jmonroe
Agreed. I trust nothing Elon posts.
I trust nothing Hoovie posts either but last night I ended up watching his latest video where he roasts Elon and Tesla for his Cybertruck experience. Long story short, he was unhappy with the whole experience, from the build quality of the thing to the lack of features that were promised when he put down his deposit initially so he unloaded it. Nothing he does makes much sense but I had to agree with that move. He now has a Cadillac Lyriq.
Checked with the Kia dealer - the Sportage PHEV we have our eyes on is expected to arrive early next week.
Next step is to arrange for a test drive, so that the daughter can see (and approve of) the color and get a feel for the driving dynamics. I should probably ask them to ensure that it can be driven in pure EV mode on the test drive.
Unlike the Volt, I don’t notice a big difference between gas and EV mode. It’s very smooth either way. I’m also not sure it’s ever in pure EV mode, I’d call it “mostly EV” mode. We have had ours 3 months now and just put some gas in it once. The hard thing to get used to is that climate and infotainment are controlled by the same buttons! Try to turn down the volume and it’s freezing because you forgot to change the tiny icon from climate to infotainment! We have adjusted to this by using voice assistant for practically everything, and I actually prefer that now as you never have to take your eyes off the road. Will be interested to hear her impressions.
Do you have a level 2 charger, or are you just using a 120V outlet to charge? If the latter, how long does it take to charge?
Hello, Michaell: Just as another point of reference, with my 120v garage outlet, it takes 12-16 hours to fully charge the A7 Duracells. 14.1 kwh battery, IIRC, EPA estimated 24 miles on a full tank. I've gone as far as 29 miles while the dinosaur sleeps tonight.
'21 Dark Blue/Black Audi A7 PHEV (mine); '22 White/Beige BMW X3 (hers); '20 Estoril Blue/Oyster BMW M240xi 'Vert (Ours, read: hers in 'vert weather; mine during Nor'easters...)
@ab348 said:
I trust nothing Hoovie posts either but last night I ended up watching his latest video where he roasts Elon and Tesla for his Cybertruck experience. Long story short, he was unhappy with the whole experience, from the build quality of the thing to the lack of features that were promised when he put down his deposit initially so he unloaded it. Nothing he does makes much sense but I had to agree with that move. He now has a Cadillac Lyriq.
Guess he got rid of his Ford Lightning before getting the CT? So he learned an electric truck couldn’t meet his needs but got another one. Yup, that’s a YouTuber for ya.
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Hello, Michaell: Just as another point of reference, with my 120v garage outlet, it takes 12-16 hours to fully charge the A7 Duracells. 14.1 kwh battery, IIRC, EPA estimated 24 miles on a full tank. I've gone as far as 29 miles while the dinosaur sleeps tonight.
Thanks for this - The battery in the Sportage PHEV is 13.8 Kwh, so I would assume it would take the same amount of time, but the range is estimated at 34 miles.
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Son's: 2018 330i xDrive
I had the same problem finding parts for my 95’ Mark VIII. Even at only 18 years old Ford didn’t make headlight assemblies or air ride parts any more. The EBay offerings were all defective. Parts were the main reason I got rid of it.
2019 Kia Soul+, 2015 Mustang GT, 2013 Ford F-150, 2000 Chrysler Sebring convertible
Yes, rebuilt compressors are a thing. But they need to be able to find the rights parts, such as the clutch.
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '98 Alfa 156 2.0TS; '08 Maser QP; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '11 Mini Cooper S
The B8.5 S4 is the one you have?
Of course. But an evil omen happened today. I have one employee under my direct management and mentorship at work, and this morning I heard his Honda Civic broke down and he needed AAA and might take a "car sick" day.
That's a sign I should make a CCBA punch, have the wife drive the S4 while getting her Tiguan fixed from that incident several months ago, and immediately thereafter sell the S4.
2021 VW Arteon SEL 4-motion, 2018 VW Passat SE w/tech, 2016 Audi Q5 Premium Plus w/tech
Dealers never mess up anything but some of them are pretty sloooow. Talk to our poster buddy @mjfloyd1 for more on that.
jmonroe
'18 Legacy Limited with 3.6R (Mrs. j's)
My Son hasn’t gotten back to me yet. I guess the flip work has him busy but when he does I’ll get back to you.
I got to thinking about the alignment I mentioned and I now remember that indy guy doesn’t do alignments he just recommended a shop for that. As I understand it, doing a 4 wheel alignment on a BMW SUV is a real process. To do it right they load the seats with the prescribed weight using sand bags. I don’t know what that cost him but I’m sure it wasn’t a $69.95 special. However, my Son is satisfied.
jmonroe
'18 Legacy Limited with 3.6R (Mrs. j's)
He's OK physically health wise, and with a totaled car, consider yourself lucky. There's a lot of SQ5's out there, get another one.
When the car isn't totaled, you are much worse off, you'll be re-victimized by both the insurance company and the body shop. That's 3 victimizations consecutively.
Out of the 3 transgressions, I think the Insurance is the most egregious. Probably because they are the only ones you've been sending big money to previously and currently, and likely for years.
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OK, I got the shops name but since I don’t know if I can post the phone number I won’t. However, when I Googled the name, the phone number and particulars show up. My Son thinks he’s a little on the high side but pretty good. His name is Rick.
Snyder Automotive
West Pittsburgh St.
Greensburg, PA
I hope this helps. Good luck.
jmonroe
'18 Legacy Limited with 3.6R (Mrs. j's)
2019 Kia Soul+, 2015 Mustang GT, 2013 Ford F-150, 2000 Chrysler Sebring convertible
Lots of pick up owners never tow. Especially long distances.
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
Today was the first time I wished I had all the safety nannies in my d d as it was pouring on the way down and hard to change lanes. First day I've driven over 10 miles since the middle of last month. Filled the Golf with petrol on May 11th and just under a half a tank right now...been in the house mostly. Gradually feeling better as p t is helping, a lot. Have a balance test scheduled in the next couple of weeks and they are calling in a neurologist in to get his take. Have a feeling I'll be back at work the first of July and we'll see how it goes. I have to do what's best for me health wise and if it means cutting back a day at work or even stopping all together, I just don't know yet. But making no decisions right now and doing the best I can, taking each day as it comes. I'd hate to get back behind the wheel and cause some serious damage to anyone!
2023 Hyundai Kona Limited AWD (wife) / 2025 VW GTI (me) / 2019 Chevrolet Cruze Premier RS (daughter #1) / 2020 Hyundai Accent SE (daughter #2) / 2023 Subaru Impreza Base (son)
I think I saw more Cybertrucks while at Lake Tahoe than I did, say, Ford Expeditions or something. They were a common sight.
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Weak bullets.
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My only comment is "why"?
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Turns out Ford had a legit gripe because folks have done the experiment with the production vehicles and it doesn’t work. https://insideevs.com/news/711036/tesla-cybertruck-tug-war-chevy-silverado-diesel/
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Orange? A wrap, I assume.
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2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
Dear STEVEN,
I hope you are having a great day. My name is Alden and I'm the General Sales Manager here at Volkswagen of South Charlotte. The reason you are getting this email is that we accidentally ordered too many new Volkswagens from the factory and our lot is overflowing. We have more vehicles in stock than we have had in years, and we simply don't have room! Because of this, we are offering every new Volkswagen in stock at INVOICE price THIS WEEK ONLY. That's invoice, not MSRP.
2021 VW Arteon SEL 4-motion, 2018 VW Passat SE w/tech, 2016 Audi Q5 Premium Plus w/tech
Actually that would be on point for the dear leader - bulletproof but with numerous other quirks impacting drivability.
The vehicle is at the Petersen Museum in L.A.
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Turns out Ford had a legit gripe because folks have done the experiment with the production vehicles and it doesn’t work. https://insideevs.com/news/711036/tesla-cybertruck-tug-war-chevy-silverado-diesel/
————————————————-I have a hard time believing anything when I see 2 clowns that just returned from Harbor Freight performing a pull test in a parking lot just to see how many clicks they can get.
Given the intelligence of video watchers, I think I should do a video showing what my Jenny can do. Well, it would be more believable if I did it with Mrs. j’s AWD Legacy.
I might believe what I see IF the test is done by a reputable outfit and they provide some particulars.
C’mon man, enough is enough already with this internet fluff.
jmonroe
'18 Legacy Limited with 3.6R (Mrs. j's)
That email is about as insulting as the pull test I just watched.
jmonroe
'18 Legacy Limited with 3.6R (Mrs. j's)
That’s just one link/example. It is widely publicized. It is just the CT’s programming that evidently doesn’t want any wheel spin.
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That’s just one link/example. It is widely publicized. It is just the CT’s programming that evidently doesn’t want any wheel spin.
————————————————I’m not trying to argue with you but just because the internet is full of tests being done by click gathering shade tree mechanics, that doesn’t inspire validity of the test as far as I’m concerned.
jmonroe
'18 Legacy Limited with 3.6R (Mrs. j's)
I should have asked this before but why is bullet riddled Cyber Truck in a museum?
jmonroe
'18 Legacy Limited with 3.6R (Mrs. j's)
Next step is to arrange for a test drive, so that the daughter can see (and approve of) the color and get a feel for the driving dynamics. I should probably ask them to ensure that it can be driven in pure EV mode on the test drive.
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The hard thing to get used to is that climate and infotainment are controlled by the same buttons! Try to turn down the volume and it’s freezing because you forgot to change the tiny icon from climate to infotainment! We have adjusted to this by using voice assistant for practically everything, and I actually prefer that now as you never have to take your eyes off the road.
Will be interested to hear her impressions.
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As an aside, my son just passed thru Charlotte and was nearly stranded there after his flight from Las Vegas was delayed 4 hours and he missed his connection. That’s a pretty good sized airport you have there although the kid says the Vegas airport is bigger.
2019 Kia Soul+, 2015 Mustang GT, 2013 Ford F-150, 2000 Chrysler Sebring convertible
Agreed. I trust nothing Elon posts.
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Agreed. I trust nothing Elon posts.
I trust nothing Hoovie posts either but last night I ended up watching his latest video where he roasts Elon and Tesla for his Cybertruck experience. Long story short, he was unhappy with the whole experience, from the build quality of the thing to the lack of features that were promised when he put down his deposit initially so he unloaded it. Nothing he does makes much sense but I had to agree with that move. He now has a Cadillac Lyriq.
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Just as another point of reference, with my 120v garage outlet, it takes 12-16 hours to fully charge the A7 Duracells. 14.1 kwh battery, IIRC, EPA estimated 24 miles on a full tank. I've gone as far as 29 miles while the dinosaur sleeps tonight.
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Guess he got rid of his Ford Lightning before getting the CT? So he learned an electric truck couldn’t meet his needs but got another one. Yup, that’s a YouTuber for ya.
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Weight? German inefficiency? Who knows....
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