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by ChrisoftheNorth
Tue Jan 31, 2023 5:41 pm
Forum: Car Talk
Topic: Car Talk 6: Best of times and Worst of Times
Replies: 8728
Views: 124482

Car Talk 6: Best of times and Worst of Times

From a "product planning" standpoint, it makes some sense. Mazda's been trying to go "premium mainstream" for some time, which may or may not be the right call, :iono: But the vehicle itself, Longitudinal (and thus RWD-based?) platform with a powerful engine is actually pretty r...
by ChrisoftheNorth
Tue Jan 31, 2023 2:18 pm
Forum: Car Talk
Topic: Car Talk 6: Best of times and Worst of Times
Replies: 8728
Views: 124482

Car Talk 6: Best of times and Worst of Times

Looks alright. Rear end is pretty bulbous / lot of mass. Interior seems fine aside from the old looking tech. I think aside from badges, the swoopy design of the cars isn’t really resonating with everyone. Case in point the Telluride vs the CX9. One looks like a truck and was a wild success. The ot...
by ChrisoftheNorth
Tue Jan 31, 2023 2:17 pm
Forum: Car Talk
Topic: Car Talk 6: Best of times and Worst of Times
Replies: 8728
Views: 124482

Car Talk 6: Best of times and Worst of Times

From a "product planning" standpoint, it makes some sense. Mazda's been trying to go "premium mainstream" for some time, which may or may not be the right call, :iono: But the vehicle itself, Longitudinal (and thus RWD-based?) platform with a powerful engine is actually pretty ra...
by ChrisoftheNorth
Tue Jan 31, 2023 2:05 pm
Forum: The Mudroom of Miscellany
Topic: OT 21: DFD Giveth and DFD Taketh Away
Replies: 8315
Views: 110241

OT 21: DFD Giveth and DFD Taketh Away

Yeah, a guy he used to work for at a staffing/recruiting place evidently quit that company and started his own a couple of years ago; he reached out to my dude with an offer with equity and I guess more pay, he said he would've been 'dumb not to take it'. :ohwell: gotta do what's best for you and y...
by ChrisoftheNorth
Mon Jan 30, 2023 11:22 am
Forum: The Mudroom of Miscellany
Topic: OT 21: DFD Giveth and DFD Taketh Away
Replies: 8315
Views: 110241

OT 21: DFD Giveth and DFD Taketh Away

We finally had a nice day here for the first time in awhile, sunny and 80ish like it's supposed to be at this time of year. I got my drum kit and PA out in the back yard and had some people over to screw around jamming on stuff all afternoon. Drums are pretty fun to play, I was on them almost all d...
by ChrisoftheNorth
Sat Jan 28, 2023 6:12 am
Forum: Member's Rides
Topic: MrH's Garage Carousel
Replies: 457
Views: 26803

MrH's Garage Carousel

:wtf: :rage: Still, that's only 3 weeks away! :excited: Thought you might be interested in this CarGurus listing: 2022 Subaru BRZ Premium RWD - $30,999 (GREAT_PRICE) Mileage: 3,736 Location: Concord, CA https://www.cargurus.com/Cars/link/348199352 They seem to be going for sticker or lower used at ...
by ChrisoftheNorth
Fri Jan 27, 2023 12:08 pm
Forum: Member's Rides
Topic: The :baby: :baby: :baby: chronicles
Replies: 2394
Views: 101025

The :baby: :baby: :baby: chronicles

Dumping more money into the Odyssey. :wasteful: Replacing the tires. It has some garbage eco Firestones on it that were shit when new, and they're worse now. I figured they'd be terrible in the snow and I was absolutely right. No traction anywhere, but the real motivator is that I went over a small...
by ChrisoftheNorth
Fri Jan 27, 2023 11:33 am
Forum: Car Talk
Topic: Car Talk 6: Best of times and Worst of Times
Replies: 8728
Views: 124482

Car Talk 6: Best of times and Worst of Times

Is there really a resale benefit with stock wheels? :notsure: I'd sell 'em. That would be my plan too since I've never had an :alpo: resale experience like y' all. I spent $10k to drive my 86 3000 miles. I never had :alpo: until the everything shortage, and even then, it was just two vehicles. That...
by ChrisoftheNorth
Fri Jan 27, 2023 11:21 am
Forum: Car Talk
Topic: Car Talk 6: Best of times and Worst of Times
Replies: 8728
Views: 124482

Car Talk 6: Best of times and Worst of Times

Is there really a resale benefit with stock wheels? :notsure:

I'd sell 'em.
by ChrisoftheNorth
Thu Jan 26, 2023 4:38 pm
Forum: Member's Rides
Topic: Desert Garage
Replies: 1896
Views: 98598

Desert Garage

I have installed 4 new shocks and the old ones are being sent to Tire Rack today. These things were not SHOT shot, but the new ones are night and day, so if TR doesn't refund my money, I will not be pleased. In any event, I think they are just checking them to make sure there are no bullet holes in...
by ChrisoftheNorth
Thu Jan 26, 2023 2:23 pm
Forum: Member's Rides
Topic: Smol Truck Lyfe: Homeless Edition
Replies: 204
Views: 5208

Smol Truck Lyfe: Homeless Edition

I wouldn't go replacing parts that aren't broken, personally. I only replaced my alternator because the bearing clearly was done and I didn't want it to seize up and take out the belt. The alternator was charging fine, I may even try replacing the bearing to keep it as a spare. Do you have anything...
by ChrisoftheNorth
Thu Jan 26, 2023 2:13 pm
Forum: Car Talk
Topic: Car Talk 6: Best of times and Worst of Times
Replies: 8728
Views: 124482

Car Talk 6: Best of times and Worst of Times

I sat in an 86 at the Detroit Auto show and really fell in love with it. Fits me like a glove, I couldn't believe it. Problem is, sounds like it's too harsh/sporty to be a solid GT car based on other's feedback here. It's at the top of my list for fun cars :doe: . My 86 was fine on 17's with decent...
by ChrisoftheNorth
Thu Jan 26, 2023 2:11 pm
Forum: Member's Rides
Topic: Smol Truck Lyfe: Homeless Edition
Replies: 204
Views: 5208

Smol Truck Lyfe: Homeless Edition

I buy very little from amazon because of the risk of fakes. The AC Delco drop-shipping thing is the only reason I consider it, really. Rock Auto is one of the best because they just drop ship parts from parts warehouses. For AC delco parts, they go through GM warehouses, just like amazon. Little op...
by ChrisoftheNorth
Thu Jan 26, 2023 2:07 pm
Forum: Member's Rides
Topic: Smol Truck Lyfe: Homeless Edition
Replies: 204
Views: 5208

Smol Truck Lyfe: Homeless Edition

So, the S10 has managed to work its way into my heart. In anticipation of needing to spend time sitting at the airport while I'm travelling for the new gig, I gave it a full rust proofing underneath with Fluid Film and a quick spray wax. It really cleaned up nice... https://lh3.googleusercontent.co...
by ChrisoftheNorth
Thu Jan 26, 2023 1:56 pm
Forum: Member's Rides
Topic: Smol Truck Lyfe: Homeless Edition
Replies: 204
Views: 5208

Smol Truck Lyfe: Homeless Edition

Yea I honestly don't know... I am a bit out of the game when it comes to these things. But the toyota thing came to my attention, and it was terrifying. People are FAKING $7 oil filters... and are littering 3rd party places like Amazon/Ebay. You can lose an engine to a $7 part... So I am now only b...
by ChrisoftheNorth
Thu Jan 26, 2023 1:33 pm
Forum: Car Talk
Topic: Car Talk 6: Best of times and Worst of Times
Replies: 8728
Views: 124482

Car Talk 6: Best of times and Worst of Times

For some reason, I just don't want a C8. A C7.... :megusta: Which part do you dislike? The sub 3 second 0-60? The superlative mid engine handling? Or does the lack of esteek just crush your soul? While I do want to row my own, I just don't like the way it looks. It's hard to describe, but I just do...
by ChrisoftheNorth
Thu Jan 26, 2023 1:00 pm
Forum: Car Talk
Topic: Car Talk 6: Best of times and Worst of Times
Replies: 8728
Views: 124482

Car Talk 6: Best of times and Worst of Times

I actually found the Corvette to be incredible for long highway trips, it was fuel efficient, great passing power, plenty of room in the cabin, solid HVAC, with good shocks the ride was decent. Fast sports cars suck more in cities than road tripping. Renting isn't a bad idea at all, the only proble...
by ChrisoftheNorth
Thu Jan 26, 2023 12:59 pm
Forum: Car Talk
Topic: Car Talk 6: Best of times and Worst of Times
Replies: 8728
Views: 124482

Car Talk 6: Best of times and Worst of Times

Desertbreh wrote: Thu Jan 26, 2023 12:40 pm
ChrisoftheNorth wrote: Thu Jan 26, 2023 11:46 am
Everything used to be small. :truckyeah:

A small GT car would be :megusta: They just don't seem to exist anymore.
Supra. C8.
For some reason, I just don't want a C8. A C7.... :megusta:
by ChrisoftheNorth
Thu Jan 26, 2023 12:58 pm
Forum: Car Talk
Topic: Car Talk 6: Best of times and Worst of Times
Replies: 8728
Views: 124482

Car Talk 6: Best of times and Worst of Times

Supra would be way too tight for Big C. I also find sporty cars to be great. The higher feet to waist ratio, and the ability to recline the seat is great for that "zero gravity" posture. It helps my lower back. Also unless Chris' company is going to pay for a 90 day rental I don't see how...
by ChrisoftheNorth
Thu Jan 26, 2023 12:58 pm
Forum: Car Talk
Topic: Car Talk 6: Best of times and Worst of Times
Replies: 8728
Views: 124482

Car Talk 6: Best of times and Worst of Times

I sat in an 86 at the Detroit Auto show and really fell in love with it. Fits me like a glove, I couldn't believe it. Problem is, sounds like it's too harsh/sporty to be a solid GT car based on other's feedback here. It's at the top of my list for fun cars :doe: . Allegedly the BRZ is a lot more co...
by ChrisoftheNorth
Thu Jan 26, 2023 12:49 pm
Forum: Member's Rides
Topic: Smol Truck Lyfe: Homeless Edition
Replies: 204
Views: 5208

Smol Truck Lyfe: Homeless Edition

So, the S10 has managed to work its way into my heart. In anticipation of needing to spend time sitting at the airport while I'm travelling for the new gig, I gave it a full rust proofing underneath with Fluid Film and a quick spray wax. It really cleaned up nice... https://lh3.googleusercontent.co...
by ChrisoftheNorth
Thu Jan 26, 2023 12:41 pm
Forum: The Mudroom of Miscellany
Topic: OT 21: DFD Giveth and DFD Taketh Away
Replies: 8315
Views: 110241

OT 21: DFD Giveth and DFD Taketh Away

Eyelash freezing is where I draw the line. I have plenty of gear to stay warm, but the face is hard. That's why we built an in-door gym. I still ride the bike every day, but I need fresh air as much as possible too. Wasn’t expecting to, but we’re going to do a little home gym set up at the new plac...
by ChrisoftheNorth
Thu Jan 26, 2023 12:00 pm
Forum: Member's Rides
Topic: Smol Truck Lyfe: Homeless Edition
Replies: 204
Views: 5208

Smol Truck Lyfe: Homeless Edition

New parts being junk is one of the most annoying things to deal with when you're DIY - it's not like you have another one on the shelf to just swap in like you would in a commercial shop. That's why I've gotten in the habit of holding onto the old parts if they're not broken...like in this case. I'...
by ChrisoftheNorth
Thu Jan 26, 2023 11:57 am
Forum: Car Talk
Topic: Car Talk 6: Best of times and Worst of Times
Replies: 8728
Views: 124482

Car Talk 6: Best of times and Worst of Times

Everything used to be small. :truckyeah: A small GT car would be :megusta: They just don't seem to exist anymore. Miata is pretty much E-type sized isn't it? BRZ is like a 944/240Z/RX7 type GT too. I sat in an 86 at the Detroit Auto show and really fell in love with it. Fits me like a glove, I coul...
by ChrisoftheNorth
Thu Jan 26, 2023 11:46 am
Forum: Car Talk
Topic: Car Talk 6: Best of times and Worst of Times
Replies: 8728
Views: 124482

Car Talk 6: Best of times and Worst of Times

The 997 I drove was more a GT than sports car, but it wasn't a big feeling GT car like they can be, which I really found appealing and unique. GT's used to be small. Look at the E-type. Everything used to be small. :truckyeah: A small GT car would be :megusta: They just don't seem to exist anymore.