Misc Thread VI: Return of the Threadi

Off-topic posts, quotes of the day and anything else you just would like to vent to the world. PG-13 or below PLEASE!
User avatar
AHTOXA
Master Standardshifter
Posts: 14693
Joined: Sun Dec 23, 2007 6:31 pm
Cars: '19 4RUNNER TRD ORP
Location: Irving, TX

Re: Misc Thread VI: Return of the Threadi

Post by AHTOXA »

IMBoring25 wrote:Apples and oranges comparing to a 2500. I got about what you're getting out of my old '97 C1500 when it had the 4.3L. 150/1500 to 250/2500 is a big step in engine options, gearing, and weight.

Gas 3/4 tons are still thirsty and diesels have actually gone backwards with all the emissions garbage that's on them.
Forgot her had a 3/4; in that case that's correct.

As far as modern diesels, the benefits of that application have shrunk, too. Cost of entry and maintenance is high compared to gas, while gas mileage is down. So, unless one us using it for heavy haul, it seems like a modern gasser is a good choice in most cases.
'19 Toyota 4Runner TRD ORP
'12 Suzuki V-Strom 650
Rope-Pusher
Master Standardshifter
Posts: 11607
Joined: Mon Mar 16, 2009 3:44 pm
Cars: '08 Jeep Liberty
Location: Greater Detroit Area

Re: Misc Thread VI: Return of the Threadi

Post by Rope-Pusher »

Image
(EuroSport Tuning)
EuroSport Tuning is offering a free GTI poster download that illustrates the evolution of VW's famous hot hatch. Created in a minimalist style, the poster combines the GTI's unmistakable profile with specs about each generation. Cool.

http://www.eurosporttuning.com/blog/vw- ... ns-poster/
'08 Jeep Liberty 6-Speed MT - "Last of the Mohicans"
tankinbeans
Master Standardshifter
Posts: 4029
Joined: Tue Apr 26, 2011 9:04 pm
Cars: 17 Mazda6 To, 18 Mazda3 i
Location: Shakopee, MN

Re: Misc Thread VI: Return of the Threadi

Post by tankinbeans »

Just finished doing pads on all four corners of a 2011 Elantra with a set of rotors on the back.

I also did the rear brakes, pads and rotors on a 2002ish F150. He indicated that they were squealing and wasn't sure why. The driver's side was fine, but the passenger side..

Here's the gnarly rotor on the truck. Hook a needle up and play it on a vitrola...
Image

Here's the old rotor next to the new rotor...
Image

Here we see the front "pad." Freddie and Galadriel are peeking, amused.

Image

Here's the rear pad, broken after being coaxed off the car with a bfh and crowbar...

Image

Here's a better shot of the new rotor above the wheel. That wheel isn't supposed to be gold...
Image
17 Mazda6 Touring
18 Mazda3 iSport
InlinePaul wrote:The driving force of new fangled features to sell more cars [is to] cater to the masses' abject laziness!
Image
User avatar
potownrob
Master Standardshifter
Posts: 7833
Joined: Sun Jun 05, 2005 11:35 pm
Cars: '17 CX-5 GT
Location: Dutchess County

Re: Misc Thread VI: Return of the Threadi

Post by potownrob »

Rope-Pusher wrote:Image
(EuroSport Tuning)
EuroSport Tuning is offering a free GTI poster download that illustrates the evolution of VW's famous hot hatch. Created in a minimalist style, the poster combines the GTI's unmistakable profile with specs about each generation. Cool.

http://www.eurosporttuning.com/blog/vw- ... ns-poster/
nice poster, but they posted the 2.slow numbers for the mkiv. that generation was dogged enough without misrepresentation :| :arrow: :evil: :arrow: :lol:
ClutchFork wrote:...So I started carrying a stick of firewood with me and that became my parking brake.
Rope-Pusher
Master Standardshifter
Posts: 11607
Joined: Mon Mar 16, 2009 3:44 pm
Cars: '08 Jeep Liberty
Location: Greater Detroit Area

Re: Misc Thread VI: Return of the Threadi

Post by Rope-Pusher »

Go to the Eurosporttuning website and set 'em strait! That should make them internally grateful.
'08 Jeep Liberty 6-Speed MT - "Last of the Mohicans"
watkins
Master Standardshifter
Posts: 15880
Joined: Sun Jul 01, 2007 12:42 am
Cars: '08 Saab 9-5 Aero wagon
Location: Salem, MA

Re: Misc Thread VI: Return of the Threadi

Post by watkins »

And Im back from vacation. Yuck.
Rope-Pusher
Master Standardshifter
Posts: 11607
Joined: Mon Mar 16, 2009 3:44 pm
Cars: '08 Jeep Liberty
Location: Greater Detroit Area

Re: Misc Thread VI: Return of the Threadi

Post by Rope-Pusher »

watkins wrote:And Im back from vacation. Yuck.
Yuck for us or yuck for you?
'08 Jeep Liberty 6-Speed MT - "Last of the Mohicans"
Rope-Pusher
Master Standardshifter
Posts: 11607
Joined: Mon Mar 16, 2009 3:44 pm
Cars: '08 Jeep Liberty
Location: Greater Detroit Area

Re: Misc Thread VI: Return of the Threadi

Post by Rope-Pusher »

tankinbeans wrote: Here's the gnarly rotor on the truck. Hook a needle up and play it on a victrola...
Image
Groovy Man
'08 Jeep Liberty 6-Speed MT - "Last of the Mohicans"
watkins
Master Standardshifter
Posts: 15880
Joined: Sun Jul 01, 2007 12:42 am
Cars: '08 Saab 9-5 Aero wagon
Location: Salem, MA

Re: Misc Thread VI: Return of the Threadi

Post by watkins »

Rope-Pusher wrote:
watkins wrote:And Im back from vacation. Yuck.
Yuck for us or yuck for you?
Correct.
Rope-Pusher
Master Standardshifter
Posts: 11607
Joined: Mon Mar 16, 2009 3:44 pm
Cars: '08 Jeep Liberty
Location: Greater Detroit Area

Re: Misc Thread VI: Return of the Threadi

Post by Rope-Pusher »

Tomorrow is Pączki Day!
Image
Go out and buy some tonight, or take your chances in the lines outside the bakeries tomorrow.
'08 Jeep Liberty 6-Speed MT - "Last of the Mohicans"
Rope-Pusher
Master Standardshifter
Posts: 11607
Joined: Mon Mar 16, 2009 3:44 pm
Cars: '08 Jeep Liberty
Location: Greater Detroit Area

Re: Misc Thread VI: Return of the Threadi

Post by Rope-Pusher »

Makin' skid marks with my Jeep!
Image
SMELLS LIKE JEEP SPIRIT - autoline daily
Jeep is in an all-out effort to boost sales globally. It sees huge opportunity to grow in Asia, Europe and South America. And to introduce the Jeep brand to people who don’t know it, it developed three different brands of clothing and accessories. One brand is called Jeep Spirit. It sells shirts, shorts, hats and even underwear with the Jeep brand. You heard me right, underwear! Then comes one called JXP. It’s all about high end clothing for extreme climates, like $480 for a windbreaker jacket. And then there is the brand J is For Jeep. It’s all about children’s clothes including jogging strollers and diaper bags. Mike Manley, the head of Jeep, says selling clothing and accessories isn’t so much about making money as it is about making Jeep a household name. He says that’s critically important in new markets for Jeep, especially in China
'08 Jeep Liberty 6-Speed MT - "Last of the Mohicans"
Rope-Pusher
Master Standardshifter
Posts: 11607
Joined: Mon Mar 16, 2009 3:44 pm
Cars: '08 Jeep Liberty
Location: Greater Detroit Area

Re: Misc Thread VI: Return of the Threadi

Post by Rope-Pusher »

Hippopotamus Critters!
Will the manufacture warranty your track car for damages that occurred at a track day event?

http://autoweek.com/article/racing/new- ... dailydrive
'08 Jeep Liberty 6-Speed MT - "Last of the Mohicans"
watkins
Master Standardshifter
Posts: 15880
Joined: Sun Jul 01, 2007 12:42 am
Cars: '08 Saab 9-5 Aero wagon
Location: Salem, MA

Re: Misc Thread VI: Return of the Threadi

Post by watkins »

So I want this. But I hate black cars and theyre asking literally twice what it would be worth in absolutely flawless shape with every single option.

http://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale ... us=0&Log=0
User avatar
wannabe
Master Standardshifter
Posts: 8113
Joined: Tue May 15, 2007 11:48 am
Cars: NONE - take the bus
Location: Grand Rapids, MI
Contact:

Re: Misc Thread VI: Return of the Threadi

Post by wannabe »

"yes hi i need a tow for my maserati" but why do you have the cheapest level memebership? 5 miles won't get you to your dealership...also why didn't you call *them* for their roadside instead of calling aaa? everyone is worried about damaging your ghibli....
2003 Chrysler town and country

Crafting and stuff
User avatar
wannabe
Master Standardshifter
Posts: 8113
Joined: Tue May 15, 2007 11:48 am
Cars: NONE - take the bus
Location: Grand Rapids, MI
Contact:

Re: Misc Thread VI: Return of the Threadi

Post by wannabe »

"my prndl stick is stuck"

what.

Also this lady wants a call because her veh is in a "mode" but what mode? Stuck between P and R. how?!?!?!?!?! 2002 ford explorer.
2003 Chrysler town and country

Crafting and stuff
Post Reply