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  • 28firefighter28firefighter Member Posts: 9,334
    I've been periodically researching options that would power our home and allow us to function off the grid for an extended period of time - e.g. in the event of an earthquake. That latter requirement basically eliminates natural gas, propane, etc as a potential fuel because of the expectation that (1) natural gas will be broken/shutdown, and (2) travel to buy propane will be impossible, assuming there was even any left to buy.

    Basically only leaves Solar, which brings along it's own bag of issues in a cloudy climate.
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  • jmonroejmonroe Member Posts: 8,989

    jmonroe said:


    That's still a lot of money for a toaster. :'(

    jmonroe

    Our family plan for our phones is more expensive than that...
    You can't drive those either.

    jmonroe

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  • breldbreld Member Posts: 6,698
    Alright - just got off the phone with the service manager at the dealership. They determined that the pressure plate failed (I won't pretend to know what that is - I'm sure you all can educate me) and, as such, the repair/replacement will be covered.

    @michaell, @jpp75 and I have had long text conversations about what the consequence really should be for VW, but at the end of the day, covering the repair is probably the appropriate response.

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  • ventureventure Member Posts: 2,860
    breld said:

    Alright - just got off the phone with the service manager at the dealership. They determined that the pressure plate failed (I won't pretend to know what that is - I'm sure you all can educate me) and, as such, the repair/replacement will be covered.

    @michaell, @jpp75 and I have had long text conversations about what the consequence really should be for VW, but at the end of the day, covering the repair is probably the appropriate response.

    I remember when that happened on my old Chevy. Pedal stayed down. We jacked it up in the alley and replaced it. It took about an hour.

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  • stickguystickguy Member Posts: 50,439
    edited January 2020
    It’s unfortunate to happen. Likely a defective part. And absolutely should be covered. Would have been a non issue really, if the service advisors had not jumped the gun.

    So you end up right where you should have, warranty repair and not goodwill.

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  • qbrozenqbrozen Member Posts: 32,891
    breld said:

    Alright - just got off the phone with the service manager at the dealership. They determined that the pressure plate failed (I won't pretend to know what that is - I'm sure you all can educate me) and, as such, the repair/replacement will be covered.

    @michaell, @jpp75 and I have had long text conversations about what the consequence really should be for VW, but at the end of the day, covering the repair is probably the appropriate response.

    it basically houses the clutch plate. It bolts up to the transmission housing.

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  • corvettecorvette Member Posts: 10,237
    @qbrozen good luck with surgery!
  • suydamsuydam Member Posts: 4,676
    jmonroe said:

    qbrozen said:

    I believe the Ioniq draws 12 amps. I actually just ordered stuff to install a dedicated outlet for it. Of course, surgery is coming up Monday, so I'll have to move my butt if I want to install it anytime soon.

    The generator and automatic-transfer switch weren't too bad. $3299 shipped to my driveway. I then had to spend a few hundred bucks on wire and a car battery. So figure $3500 or so. If it was just me, I certainly wouldn't spend that kind of money for something that doesn't get used all that much, but the wife and kids are a PITA.

    12 amps ain't nothin. Your electric dryer can pull 12 amps so can your toaster. I hate to be the one to tell you this but your Ionig is the definition of an appliance on four wheels. :p

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  • cdnpinheadcdnpinhead Member Posts: 5,499
    "The generator and automatic-transfer switch weren't too bad. $3299 shipped to my driveway."

    What manufacturer did you go with? Generac, Kohler, or what? I'm seriously considering an 8 or 10 kW setup here at the cabin, which is all that's needed to keep the refrigerator, boiler, water heater and the lights on. I don't need the dryer to be included, and the stove's propane. I'll definitely pay a pro to get it up and running, so am interested in how your system works out. My next-door neighbor has a Generac, and there are several other places with generators within a couple of blocks. When it's 10-15 deg F, it's peace of mind to not be dependent on Arizona Public Service to get things working again, especially in three feet of snow with more falling.
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  • explorerx4explorerx4 Member Posts: 19,256
    I watched this video about a generator the other day.
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-SbpdzIDjfk
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  • oldfarmer50oldfarmer50 Member Posts: 22,562
    edited January 2020
    OK, explain this:

    https://www.barrett-jackson.com/Events/Event/Details/2017-FORD-SHELBY-GT350-238332

    Sold for $77k with 28 actual miles. MSRP was around $68k.

    Certainly one of my dream cars but if I had the hot pants for it to that degree I would have bought it new for $68k or better yet buy a new 2020.

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  • mjfloyd1mjfloyd1 Member Posts: 3,224

    OK, explain this:

    https://www.classic.com/a/barrett-jackson-scottsdale-2019-ln1kbpB/lots/2017-ford-shelby-gt350-liberty-walk-custom-ln16mvW/

    Sold for $77k with 28 actual miles. MSRP was around $68k.

    Certainly one of my dream cars but if I had the hot pants for it to that degree I would have bought it new for $68k or better yet buy a new 2020.

    When I click on it, it says sold $51700.

    What an ugly body kit...
  • oldfarmer50oldfarmer50 Member Posts: 22,562
    edited January 2020
    mjfloyd1 said:

    OK, explain this:

    https://www.classic.com/a/barrett-jackson-scottsdale-2019-ln1kbpB/lots/2017-ford-shelby-gt350-liberty-walk-custom-ln16mvW/

    Sold for $77k with 28 actual miles. MSRP was around $68k.

    Certainly one of my dream cars but if I had the hot pants for it to that degree I would have bought it new for $68k or better yet buy a new 2020.

    When I click on it, it says sold $51700.

    What an ugly body kit...
    Yeah, I posted the wrong link. I’ll try to find the right one but I just saw it on the Motor Trend channel.

    Ok here’s the right link:

    https://www.barrett-jackson.com/Events/Event/Details/2017-FORD-SHELBY-GT350-238332

    I think the price listed includes all auction fees too.

    I’ll fix it in my original post too.

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  • stickguystickguy Member Posts: 50,439
    and if you scroll down a couple, there is a 1974 Pinto sold at $18K. Incredible.

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  • qbrozenqbrozen Member Posts: 32,891

    "The generator and automatic-transfer switch weren't too bad. $3299 shipped to my driveway."

    What manufacturer did you go with? Generac, Kohler, or what? I'm seriously considering an 8 or 10 kW setup here at the cabin, which is all that's needed to keep the refrigerator, boiler, water heater and the lights on. I don't need the dryer to be included, and the stove's propane. I'll definitely pay a pro to get it up and running, so am interested in how your system works out. My next-door neighbor has a Generac, and there are several other places with generators within a couple of blocks. When it's 10-15 deg F, it's peace of mind to not be dependent on Arizona Public Service to get things working again, especially in three feet of snow with more falling.

    Here is my setup. Of course, its $100 less now. Lol.

    https://www.electricgeneratorsdirect.com/Briggs-&-Stratton-40626-Standby-Generator/p102543.html

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  • mjfloyd1mjfloyd1 Member Posts: 3,224
    stickguy said:

    and if you scroll down a couple, there is a 1974 Pinto sold at $18K. Incredible.

    When is the last time that you saw a perfect two tone pinto?😂
  • corvettecorvette Member Posts: 10,237
    @qbrozen interesting! Did you run the gas line yourself?
  • stickguystickguy Member Posts: 50,439
    they weren't perfect when they rolled out of the showroom.

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  • qbrozenqbrozen Member Posts: 32,891
    edited January 2020
    corvette said:

    @qbrozen interesting! Did you run the gas line yourself?

    Yes.

    I've run a few gas lines in this house. Shortly after moving in, I called "a guy" to get a quote on running a line to my garage for the heater, about 25 feet, and one to the patio for the grill. He said it would be $2k!! That's just insane. So I did it myself for less than $200. Thankfully, I had the luck of running 3/4" pipe to the patio, so when I wanted to add a line for the generator 2 years later, I just T'd off that.

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  • mjfloyd1mjfloyd1 Member Posts: 3,224
    stickguy said:

    they weren't perfect when they rolled out of the showroom.

    Well you have to overlook the exploding gas tank deal
  • corvettecorvette Member Posts: 10,237
    One of the Ubers I took to a wine bar last night was a 2014 Jeep Wrangler with a stick shift. You never forget you're in a truck. The stiff ride of my Tahoe Z71, but a hundred times worse, and extremely noisy. The engine (I think they had the Pentastar by then) seemed to provide good torque. In that price range, I think I'd buy a 4Runner or Tacoma instead.
  • stickguystickguy Member Posts: 50,439
    A strippo is $56k+? Ouch. I love that at that price, under premium options, they list a BU camera (required by law now anyway). And Bluetooth.

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  • graphicguygraphicguy Member Posts: 13,665
    Thanks for the impressions, Ray. Sounds like the one you ordered is really nice. Can't wait for you to take delivery!
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  • nyccarguynyccarguy Member Posts: 16,373
    corvette said:

    One of the Ubers I took to a wine bar last night was a 2014 Jeep Wrangler with a stick shift. You never forget you're in a truck. The stiff ride of my Tahoe Z71, but a hundred times worse, and extremely noisy. The engine (I think they had the Pentastar by then) seemed to provide good torque. In that price range, I think I'd buy a 4Runner or Tacoma instead.

    Who thinks it is a good idea to have a 6 speed Wrangler as an uber?

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  • stickguystickguy Member Posts: 50,439
    I hope it was at least an unlimited.

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  • qbrozenqbrozen Member Posts: 32,891
    nyccarguy said:

    corvette said:

    One of the Ubers I took to a wine bar last night was a 2014 Jeep Wrangler with a stick shift. You never forget you're in a truck. The stiff ride of my Tahoe Z71, but a hundred times worse, and extremely noisy. The engine (I think they had the Pentastar by then) seemed to provide good torque. In that price range, I think I'd buy a 4Runner or Tacoma instead.

    Who thinks it is a good idea to have a 6 speed Wrangler as an uber?
    The person who has to cough up $500/mo for one. :'(

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  • MichaellMichaell Moderator Posts: 240,145
    qbrozen said:

    nyccarguy said:

    corvette said:

    One of the Ubers I took to a wine bar last night was a 2014 Jeep Wrangler with a stick shift. You never forget you're in a truck. The stiff ride of my Tahoe Z71, but a hundred times worse, and extremely noisy. The engine (I think they had the Pentastar by then) seemed to provide good torque. In that price range, I think I'd buy a 4Runner or Tacoma instead.

    Who thinks it is a good idea to have a 6 speed Wrangler as an uber?
    The person who has to cough up $500/mo for one. :'(
    I was sort of thinking the same thing.

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  • corvettecorvette Member Posts: 10,237
    stickguy said:

    I hope it was at least an unlimited.

    It was. Uber requires at least four doors and capability of holding at least five people. The back seat was far from spacious, though.
  • kyfdxkyfdx Moderator Posts: 235,200
    corvette said:

    stickguy said:

    I hope it was at least an unlimited.

    It was. Uber requires at least four doors and capability of holding at least five people. The back seat was far from spacious, though.
    People see them and think "cool SUV". Nope, still a Wrangler. I couldn't live with one, I don't think.

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  • stickguystickguy Member Posts: 50,439
    I would not mind a 2 door, manual, T top hardtop of older vintage, as my spare “fun” car. But not for something I drove a lot or long distances.

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  • rayainswrayainsw Member Posts: 3,191
    Addendum to my M340i impressions above:
    "In SPORT and SPORT+ modes, which can be activated via the Driving Experience Control switch, the valve-controlled exhaust system generates a particularly distinctive sound."
    This feature works EXACTLY as I would have specified.
    Just enough sound to notice, when driven normally.
    Just enough added 'distinctive sound' when I want.
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  • 28firefighter28firefighter Member Posts: 9,334
    @rayainsw - Really love the M340 and really love your build. Looking forward to your official punch!

    In other news, this popped up on CL...
    https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/cto/d/federal-way-bmw-330xi/7057335965.html

    Missing a lot of information around maintenance, but not a bad deal if you want the Sport Pack on an E90 and avoid the issues with the turbo.
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  • nyccarguynyccarguy Member Posts: 16,373
    stickguy said:

    I would not mind a 2 door, manual, T top hardtop of older vintage, as my spare “fun” car. But not for something I drove a lot or long distances.

    My best friend has a 2 Door Wrangler Rubicon Hard Rock with a 6-SPEED stick. He bought it because he got sick and tired of dumping money into the 1990 Z28 Camaro he bought. It also helped that his friend & business partner had this Wrangler that he wanted to part ways with. His business partner was willing to sell him the Wrangler for what he got for the Z28 Camaro. So he got it for an excellent price.

    By best friend's daily driver is a 2017 GMC Sierraa 1500 Denali. He LOVES his truck for long trips. He LOVES how much stuff for work (he owns a few restaurants) it holds, but it is BIG. He has gotten use to the Jeep and it's simplicity. He drives the Wrangler a lot more than he thought he would. So much so that it is helping him stay within his lease miles.

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  • stickguystickguy Member Posts: 50,439
    an older guy in my neighborhood has a nice simple wrangler that he seems to use every day (I assume driving to work). Black 2 door, not sure the vintage but after they went back to round lights. I would say a couple generations ago, maybe 2000-2005? But that is a manual. I like it.

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  • qbrozenqbrozen Member Posts: 32,891

    @rayainsw - Really love the M340 and really love your build. Looking forward to your official punch!

    In other news, this popped up on CL...
    https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/cto/d/federal-way-bmw-330xi/7057335965.html

    Missing a lot of information around maintenance, but not a bad deal if you want the Sport Pack on an E90 and avoid the issues with the turbo.

    Damn. Awesome find, IMHO.

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  • 28firefighter28firefighter Member Posts: 9,334
    qbrozen said:

    @rayainsw - Really love the M340 and really love your build. Looking forward to your official punch!

    In other news, this popped up on CL...
    https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/cto/d/federal-way-bmw-330xi/7057335965.html

    Missing a lot of information around maintenance, but not a bad deal if you want the Sport Pack on an E90 and avoid the issues with the turbo.

    Damn. Awesome find, IMHO.
    I’m tempted. Sorely tempted. I’d be more tempted if it was RWD.
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  • corvettecorvette Member Posts: 10,237


    Missing a lot of information around maintenance, but not a bad deal if you want the Sport Pack on an E90 and avoid the issues with the turbo.

    @roadburner - correct me if I'm wrong, but I think SP on the AWD E90s doesn't include sport suspension.
  • 28firefighter28firefighter Member Posts: 9,334
    I believe that is correct - it is an appearance package vs. sport suspension.
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  • qbrozenqbrozen Member Posts: 32,891
    the seats are far far more important, though.

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  • 28firefighter28firefighter Member Posts: 9,334
    Apparently the cooling system was overhauled for the E90 vs. the E46, so that is less of a concern. Still potential for valve cover gasket and oil pan gasket leaks.
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  • ab348ab348 Member Posts: 19,031
    kyfdx said:

    People see them and think "cool SUV". Nope, still a Wrangler. I couldn't live with one, I don't think.

    Lots of people buy them and discover the same thing. That's why there are usually plenty of them on used car lots.

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  • stickguystickguy Member Posts: 50,439
    like that 330. If it was on this coast I would be tempted to take it in to become my next car. In 2 years. But gotta plan ahead.

    RWD would make it very hard to resist. Tan interior would be an added bonus.

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  • kyfdxkyfdx Moderator Posts: 235,200

    @rayainsw - Really love the M340 and really love your build. Looking forward to your official punch!

    In other news, this popped up on CL...
    https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/cto/d/federal-way-bmw-330xi/7057335965.html

    Missing a lot of information around maintenance, but not a bad deal if you want the Sport Pack on an E90 and avoid the issues with the turbo.

    Not a fan of the grilles, that year.. but, that is a really sweet engine. We had the same engine in our '08 X3 and '11 Z4. Maybe the peak of NA BMW six cylinders. (non-M). One year only in the 3-series

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  • kyfdxkyfdx Moderator Posts: 235,200

    Apparently the cooling system was overhauled for the E90 vs. the E46, so that is less of a concern. Still potential for valve cover gasket and oil pan gasket leaks.

    Valve cover gasket work is cheap. Oil pan... not so much.

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  • pensfan83pensfan83 Member Posts: 2,538
    That is a nice 330.

    This seemed promising at first. The colors are nice, mileage even better, and some maintenance done with more that would have to be verified. But then there's that little problem with the title. Not crazy about the exhaust mod either.

    https://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/cto/d/ligonier-2004-e46-bmw-330i-zhp/7054228161.html
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  • stickguystickguy Member Posts: 50,439
    ok, that ZHP is the right colors!

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  • kyfdxkyfdx Moderator Posts: 235,200
    pensfan83 said:

    That is a nice 330.

    This seemed promising at first. The colors are nice, mileage even better, and some maintenance done with more that would have to be verified. But then there's that little problem with the title. Not crazy about the exhaust mod either.

    https://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/cto/d/ligonier-2004-e46-bmw-330i-zhp/7054228161.html

    Salvage title
    coil overs (why? lowered? tracked?)
    Aftermarket wheels (and, not a good look, I don't think)
    I must be old... I don't get the exhaust thing, either.

    I think that's a $5K-$6K car... I wouldn't trust the mileage with a salvage title, either.

    Pretty color combo

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  • 28firefighter28firefighter Member Posts: 9,334
    pensfan83 said:

    That is a nice 330.

    This seemed promising at first. The colors are nice, mileage even better, and some maintenance done with more that would have to be verified. But then there's that little problem with the title. Not crazy about the exhaust mod either.

    https://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/cto/d/ligonier-2004-e46-bmw-330i-zhp/7054228161.html

    That is ridiculous $$$ with a Salvage title. Maybe at $3k...
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  • qbrozenqbrozen Member Posts: 32,891
    ab348 said:

    kyfdx said:

    People see them and think "cool SUV". Nope, still a Wrangler. I couldn't live with one, I don't think.

    Lots of people buy them and discover the same thing. That's why there are usually plenty of them on used car lots.
    Yet they get huge money. Go figure.

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