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04-08-24, 07:45 AM
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04-08-24, 07:47 AM
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We didn’t make the rules, bruh. It is what it is. *shrug*
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04-08-24, 07:52 AM
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I use the triple A. Right by my house. I’ve always used them. So, on the drive over I was watching the RPMs, at around 40’mph the rpm’s jumped about 200 4 times. I think that’s what you said to look for. I was driving like I had MS Daisy in the back. Didn’t notice any issues shifting. Fingers crossed it’s the harness.
04-08-24, 07:58 AM
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The SportWagen may need a new clutch this year. I'm pretty sure that involves disassembling the front of the car. Won't be doing that under the shade tree.
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04-08-24, 08:02 AM
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Used car rates are always higher than new car rates. And, if you can get a promotional rate on a new car they get even better. Even at that, there was once a time in my life where 6% or 7% was a helluva good deal.
Audi has 60 month financing at .99%.
Acura has 1.9% on the TLX car.
Honda Pilot (and all the other Honda models) are at 3.9% for up to 48 months and 4.9% for 60 months.
Nissan Pathfinder is available at 2.9% for up to 60 and a $1,000 rebate.
You just need to look. All of the info is readily available online.
And, here's a simple fact - the manufacturer promotional rates will always beat the bank and credit union loan rates.
Audi has 60 month financing at .99%.
Acura has 1.9% on the TLX car.
Honda Pilot (and all the other Honda models) are at 3.9% for up to 48 months and 4.9% for 60 months.
Nissan Pathfinder is available at 2.9% for up to 60 and a $1,000 rebate.
You just need to look. All of the info is readily available online.
And, here's a simple fact - the manufacturer promotional rates will always beat the bank and credit union loan rates.
04-08-24, 08:03 AM
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I use the triple A. Right by my house. I’ve always used them. So, on the drive over I was watching the RPMs, at around 40’mph the rpm’s jumped about 200 4 times. I think that’s what you said to look for. I was driving like I had MS Daisy in the back. Didn’t notice any issues shifting. Fingers crossed it’s the harness.
04-08-24, 08:09 AM
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04-08-24, 08:14 AM
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Here's a reference to the epic baby bike bolts thread, not sure if the original still exists
Baby bike bolts thread closed!4
Baby bike bolts thread closed!4
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04-08-24, 08:24 AM
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Originally Posted by LesterOfPuppets;[url=tel:23208262
23208262]Here's a reference to the epic baby bike bolts thread, not sure if the original still exists
Baby bike bolts thread closed!
Does Jenson ship to MX? This is a pretty good deal if 70oz is enough water for ya.
https://www.jensonusa.com/Camelbak-Rogue-Light-70oz-4
Baby bike bolts thread closed!
Does Jenson ship to MX? This is a pretty good deal if 70oz is enough water for ya.
https://www.jensonusa.com/Camelbak-Rogue-Light-70oz-4
On the bright side, I don’t have to live in the USA.
04-08-24, 08:29 AM
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Spent hours looking at cars last night in case the van is finished. Don’t consider myself a pessimist more of a realist but if the transmission is indeed done than that is going to cost more to replace than I want to spend.
The interest rates for cars right now seems kind of excessive. Found a couple certified preowned Honda Pilots. The interest rate advertised was like 7 percent. Our credit union is advertising 6 percent. Just seems ridiculous. Hopefully the van isn’t caput, if it is my riding is going to be taking a back seat to me working my ass off to pay for a car that I do not want.
The interest rates for cars right now seems kind of excessive. Found a couple certified preowned Honda Pilots. The interest rate advertised was like 7 percent. Our credit union is advertising 6 percent. Just seems ridiculous. Hopefully the van isn’t caput, if it is my riding is going to be taking a back seat to me working my ass off to pay for a car that I do not want.
04-08-24, 08:32 AM
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Used car rates are always higher than new car rates. And, if you can get a promotional rate on a new car they get even better. Even at that, there was once a time in my life where 6% or 7% was a helluva good deal.
Audi has 60 month financing at .99%.
Acura has 1.9% on the TLX car.
Honda Pilot (and all the other Honda models) are at 3.9% for up to 48 months and 4.9% for 60 months.
Nissan Pathfinder is available at 2.9% for up to 60 and a $1,000 rebate.
You just need to look. All of the info is readily available online.
And, here's a simple fact - the manufacturer promotional rates will always beat the bank and credit union loan rates.
Audi has 60 month financing at .99%.
Acura has 1.9% on the TLX car.
Honda Pilot (and all the other Honda models) are at 3.9% for up to 48 months and 4.9% for 60 months.
Nissan Pathfinder is available at 2.9% for up to 60 and a $1,000 rebate.
You just need to look. All of the info is readily available online.
And, here's a simple fact - the manufacturer promotional rates will always beat the bank and credit union loan rates.
04-08-24, 08:33 AM
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04-08-24, 08:34 AM
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Unfortunately the wife doesn’t want another mini van. I was trying to push the kia carnival but she’s not interested in a mini van. I’ll take the mazda and put a Kuatt on the back. Racing is important to me, but priority wise, Airport Car, Family Car, bikes comes last.
Certainly the best
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04-08-24, 08:50 AM
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04-08-24, 08:55 AM
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I went through the motions at Jensen, just to check. No can do. MSRP on Amazon. I’ll see what Decathlon has
04-08-24, 08:59 AM
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I love my mini van. If I could afford the toyota sienna hybrid, man I would be set. Gas once a month if that.
Those are like 70k, but again the boss doesn’t want a van, I don’t have 70k so in the end it doesn’t matter.
04-08-24, 09:02 AM
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I own a tandem, two trikes and travel all over the country with other expensive bikes. My wife makes me drive a mini-van. 
04-08-24, 09:14 AM
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What’s the difference between certified pre owned from a honda dealer vs buying a used car from car max.
If one had the choice which would be better, and in the instance the car max pilot is 7000 cheaper and less mileage.
If one had the choice which would be better, and in the instance the car max pilot is 7000 cheaper and less mileage.
04-08-24, 09:27 AM
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Between federal, state and stupid city school taxes, I owe about $4,600. Ugh.
04-08-24, 09:36 AM
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I keep thinking about getting a little hatchback. Mom has a Hyundai Accent which I loved til I tried to put a bike in it ( a tiny little road bike). Ever since when I look at a hatchback I just think "Nope, bike hole too damn small"
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04-08-24, 09:45 AM
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