What did you buy today?

[92redragtop]

Volvo has advised over the years not to drill and they generally hold up a long time without rustproofing. Had a couple sheet metal rust spots at the back which may have been from an issue with previous owner (rear bumper had a small crack with I bought it). Underside of car is way cleaner than the Lincoln LS was when it was 14 y/o and this car is 16. Figure it can't hurt at this point to slow the rust returning if no drill.

[Stephen06GT]

Volvo has advised over the years not to drill and they generally hold up a long time without rustproofing. Had a couple sheet metal rust spots at the back which may have been from an issue with previous owner (rear bumper had a small crack with I bought it). Underside of car is way cleaner than the Lincoln LS was when it was 14 y/o and this car is 16. Figure it can't hurt at this point to slow the rust returning if no drill.

Hi Richard,

I've been using KARS in Nobleton for Corrosion Free. They do a good job and they are close by. 905-859-5277

[ZR]

^ Truck has been done 100%.

[92redragtop]

Thanks guys - I'll give them a call and discuss.

[ZR]

Don't fear the hole. :)

[mavrrrick]

Hope they fit good and look good. Arrive Friday I hope.

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So last update said on flight to Toronto. Today I get this.???
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[mavrrrick]

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[MUSTANGWOP]

Shiity Mav. Now we won't know your car is a Shelby.

[mavrrrick]

^^^^i know…what am I gonna do!!!! Lol^^^^


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[92redragtop]

Maybe Customs thought you hit your Shelby quota???

[mavrrrick]

^^^hmmmmm…. Could be.^^^


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[xeninworx]

Spare wheel properly placed.

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[92redragtop]

^^^hmmmmm…. Could be.^^^


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Were you able to find out what happened with the shipment? I had 2 Amazon shipments (both from the US) in the past month that missed the original delivery dates and got re-routed before finally being delivered.

[xeninworx]

Also, the OEM spare wheel weighs 41 lbs, if anyone wanted to know. My Touren wheel and tire weigh 50 lbs. Car is officially overweight now lol.

[mavrrrick]

Were you able to find out what happened with the shipment? I had 2 Amazon shipments (both from the US) in the past month that missed the original delivery dates and got re-routed before finally being delivered.

They say damaged in shipping. I have a hard time believing that unless it was a liquid soaked it?


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[5.4MarkVIII]

They say damaged in shipping. I have a hard time believing that unless it was a liquid soaked it?


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Boat sunk.

[xeninworx]

They say damaged in shipping. I have a hard time believing that unless it was a liquid soaked it?


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Possible. Load shifted due to not being secured properly or the plane did a barrel roll?

[xeninworx]

Got tired of having to plug in my iPhone 8 Plus to charge with my previous phone holder. Got a wireless charger instead.

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Unlike my previous one that grips the vent, this has a hook the grabs from the back of the vent and you tighten it down. More secure as my previous fell off the other day while driving.

When you place your phone in the holder, it will auto grip the phone electronically. It has buttons on the side to release it. It also holds a charge in case you unplug it and need to remove your phone so the holder won’t be stuck gripping your phone.

https://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/B0B56CBGT2?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title

[92redragtop]

They say damaged in shipping. I have a hard time believing that unless it was a liquid soaked it?


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That sucks - going to try and re-order? Surprised they didn't try to re-ship another set.

[92redragtop]

Finally decided to upgrade from a tube TV (last Panasonic tube flat screen made in Japan) to an LED TV. Would have preferred a Panasonic OLED but they don't sell TVs in North America anymore so went with a Sony Bravia 55 inch OLED. Ordered and was hoping it would arrive before World Cup final weekend but looks like that won't happen.


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[92redragtop]

Been searching for this discontinued Zenith (El Primero 4069 movement with 10 beats per second) watch model for the last couple years on the pre-owned market but was hard to find until a grey market dealer in NYC scored a few NOS inventory items in early November (one NOS popped up in Florida in 2020 but...pandemic). They only had a handful so ordered one before it sold out and it's waiting for me to pick up in Buffalo (CBI). Haven't seen it in person yet but was looking for a blue dial so hopefully it meets expectation.


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[mavrrrick]

That sucks - going to try and re-order? Surprised they didn't try to re-ship another set.

Gave refund. Crappy company, won’t return any messages.


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[92redragtop]

Gave refund. Crappy company, won’t return any messages.


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Bummer....they don't deserve your business.

[mavrrrick]

^^^and that's is exactly why I won't re-order...I'm a crusty old f***!^^^

[Scrape]

The new Dining Table and End table arrived yesterday. Still looking for chairs to sit on lol

[mavrrrick]

Will see it in 2-4 weeks.
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[Scrape]

Finally was able to order some chairs but from Vancouver! WTF?

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[Laffs]

Been searching for this discontinued Zenith (El Primero 4069 movement with 10 beats per second) watch model for the last couple years on the pre-owned market but was hard to find until a grey market dealer in NYC scored a few NOS inventory items in early November (one NOS popped up in Florida in 2020 but...pandemic). They only had a handful so ordered one before it sold out and it's waiting for me to pick up in Buffalo (CBI). Haven't seen it in person yet but was looking for a blue dial so hopefully it meets expectation.


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Zenith doesn't get the love it deserves. First auto chrono and basically the backbone behind popular models like Tag, Ebel, and even the Rolex Daytona was a modified El Primero movement for a while. Nice piece.

[92redragtop]

Zenith doesn't get the love it deserves. First auto chrono and basically the backbone behind popular models like Tag, Ebel, and even the Rolex Daytona was a modified El Primero movement for a while. Nice piece.

Yeah, the quality and attention to detail that Zenith has is outstanding for their price tier and hits above it's weight and their movements are in-house and well done - doesn't have the branding appeal outside the watch community as others in the same tier like Rolex so pre-owned prices don't hold up the same as Rolex who does a lot more mass marketing. Rolex used the El Primero movement for 12 years but de-tuned it from 36,000vph (lateral clutch) to 28,800vph before developing their own version which was a 28,800vph (vertical clutch) movement which is more "sturdy" for a sports chronograph.

[xeninworx]

Went to The Bay, bought 2 perfumes for my wife. $333, jeebus.

[92redragtop]

That's not bad - my SIL wanted one that was $400+ but I was able to help her score a "tester" bottle (ie. plain box vs full presentation box) for $240 shipped a couple weeks ago. So Christmas shopping done?

[mavrrrick]

Mine won’t start. Messed with it… I’m to old for this shit!!!
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[ZR]

Has it run this yr Mav?

[mavrrrick]

When I took out of shed I had it running. It’s old. I want something more reliable and have wrestled with it past few seasons.


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[xeninworx]

Got a new car charger USB port for the car. All metal casing that won’t crack like the previous one.

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[Scrape]

Buy some Aspen fuel 4 for your blower. You have to empty out the fuel completely first though. ItThis stuff is amazing.

https://www.aspenfuels.us/

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Mine won’t start. Messed with it… I’m to old for this shit!!!
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[ZR]

Good point, bulk of no starts are from deteriorated fuel while blower sat in the off season. For me, regular lil squirt of SeaFoam + super regular oil changes etc saw my almost antique blower fire on the third pull last week.

[5.4MarkVIII]

I have taken to running all my small motor stuff with only premium and every time I refill my jerry cans they get fuel stabilizer and premium fuel. That way everything has fuel stabilizer in it. 100% of the time. My dad thinks it’s excessive
But for all that stuff that only gets periodic use it has all but eliminated the hassle to get things started. Even the mixed gas stuff like the trimmer leaf blower and chainsaw get stabilizer in the mixed fuel.

[True Blue]

I have taken to running all my small motor stuff with only premium and every time I refill my jerry cans then get fuel stabilizer and premium fuel. That way everything has fuel stabilizer in it. 100% of the time. My dad thinks it’s excessive
But for all that stuff that only gets periodic use it has all but eliminated the hassle to get things started. Even the mixed gas stuff like the trimmer leaf blower and chainsaw get stabilizer in the mixed fuel.

I've been doing the exact same thing for many years. Never dealt with starting issues with my small engine equipment. One of my snowblowers (mixed gas) is pushing 25 years old, usually starts on the first pull.

[ZR]

^ Money well spent.

[Scrape]

I do the same thing but the Aspen fuel helps with these small motors in cleaning up the carbon buildup inside.
I have taken to running all my small motor stuff with only premium and every time I refill my jerry cans then get fuel stabilizer and premium fuel. That way everything has fuel stabilizer in it. 100% of the time. My dad thinks it’s excessive
But for all that stuff that only gets periodic use it has all but eliminated the hassle to get things started. Even the mixed gas stuff like the trimmer leaf blower and chainsaw get stabilizer in the mixed fuel.

[Scrape]

Happy wife. Happy life.
Went to The Bay, bought 2 perfumes for my wife. $333, jeebus.

[mavrrrick]

Buy some Aspen fuel 4 for your blower. You have to empty out the fuel completely first though. ItThis stuff is amazing.

https://www.aspenfuels.us/

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[Zee]

I bought some probiotics

[ChickenLips]

Happy wife. Happy life.

that's an ultimatum

[Laffs]

2015 Hino 268 Scissor Lifting Dump Truck

[ZR]

Well isn't that cool.

[ZR]

New hoist installed yesterday. Went with a Challenger SA-10.

https://www.challengerlifts.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/SA10_noCar_Black.jpg

[Stephen06GT]

Congrats Rick. You’re going to need some new stickers for the new lift.

[Laffs]

Well isn't that cool.

Hard to find these upfit bodies anymore. The body will go 20' up in the air which great for loading and tearing off roofs. Then you lower it down, flip a lever and it dumps like a normal dump body. That plus it being an 11k kg hydraulic brake G class chassis makes it super versatile.

Had to get this one out of Florida. Which is sort of a double bonus as she hasn't been through a bunch of salty winters.

[ZR]

For your business, hell of a cool machine.

[Laffs]

For your business, hell of a cool machine.

Yes sir, the guys are already fired up to have if.

[xeninworx]

Got a new battery from Ed. Need to replace the original battery on mine as it’s almost 9 years old and takes longer to crank when it gets below -10.

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[Jack Raccoon!]

MOPAR rhymes with ZR...

[ZR]

^ Love you to JR.

[ZR]

Stove packed in, needs a new control board. Got one on order n hopefully get the oven back up n running.

https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/iA0AAOSwqNti-s7j/s-l1600.jpg

[5.4MarkVIII]

Stove packed in, needs a new control board. Got one on order n hopefully get the oven back up n running.

https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/iA0AAOSwqNti-s7j/s-l1600.jpg

Very common for the L2 spade connector for the common relay to come loose and cut power to the elements.

Two quick touches with the hot stick and you might be back in business.

[ZR]

Appreciated, will take another look but pretty sure I meter checked all.

[Zee]

Bought a pregnancy test lol

[5.4MarkVIII]

Bought a pregnancy test lol

Congrats?

[5.4MarkVIII]

Appreciated, will take another look but pretty sure I meter checked all.

Loose spade is a tell tale sign but you will have to pull the board from the housing to get a good look.

[ZR]

Thanks for the input, much appreciated.

[xeninworx]

Crappy Tire has a sale on washer fluid cases. Should last me 4 years.

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[Snaketamer]

Think I have some left from 2019... lol 4 cases in the bed of my truck and 3 or 4 in the garage.

[ZR]

Loose spade is a tell tale sign but you will have to pull the board from the housing to get a good look.

Had forgotten, wife had already busted mounting tabs off the panel a few years back, McGyver fixed held it in place but it's time had come and gone.
New board in, oven fired up and all is well.
Thanks for you input.

[Scrape]

Ordered one of these last week. It is arriving in the new year.
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[5.4MarkVIII]

Had forgotten, wife had already busted mounting tabs off the panel a few years back, McGyver fixed held it in place but it's time had come and gone.
New board in, oven fired up and all is well.
Thanks for you input.

Nice.

[Ghost Rider]

3 11's

6 256GB Extreme Pro Micro SD's

3 Pass Through Adapters

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[Uncle Buck]

Scored a great deal on a nearly new welding setup

Lincoln 140
Tank (almost full)
Auto darkening helmet
Nice little cart

Looking forward to getting some practice welding done.

[RedSN]

What size of tank?

[Uncle Buck]

What size of tank?

80 I think

[Uncle Buck]

Scored a great deal on a nearly new welding setup

Lincoln 140
Tank (almost full)
Auto darkening helmet
Nice little cart

Looking forward to getting some practice welding done.

Cute little guy

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[5.4MarkVIII]

Nice. Good score.

[mavrrrick]

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[mavrrrick]

Mine won’t start. Messed with it… I’m to old for this shit!!!
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[ZR]

^ Nice.
What you do with the old one?

[mavrrrick]

^^put it to the curb....took some parts off it that I can use before tossing. Was gone by morning.

[Uncle Buck]

Picked up a couple of these today. Trying to make more wrenching space in my garage.

https://www.lowes.ca/product/vinyl-resin-storage-sheds/rimax-90-cu-ft-high-storage-shed-1072163

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[RedSN]

^^^did the same, picked up a couple similar (beige) ones a couple of years ago and got all the gardening stuff out of my garage!

[Uncle Buck]

Hoarding too many mustang parts…

[Zippy]

Hoarding too many mustang parts…

It's like i live in a mustang warehouse.................................

[Scrape]

LOL
It's like i live in a mustang warehouse.................................

[Uncle Buck]

Bought a LVLP gun today. This the R500 which is supposed to be a great little gun for smallish compressors.

I noticed the prices are climbing on these due to good reviews. Grabbed one before they became over priced.

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[ZR]

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New sledding helmet by CKX with electric shield.

[ZR]

https://www.revzilla.com/product_images/1640/0720/fxr_cold_stop_x_balaclava.jpg

FXR Coldstop Balaclava

[ZR]

Plus hoping this new windshield offers better wind protection vs factory tall I have now.
https://www.powermadd.com/images/product/14630_iso_web.jpg Matryx > Polaris Matryx Cobra Mid height windshield Clear w/black graphics">

[92redragtop]

You might need flip flops and shorts instead???

[Scrape]

LOL
You might need flip flops and shorts instead???

[fast Ed]

LMR had the wheels I'd been eyeing for the 98 on sale for $100 off the set, so I placed an order yesterday. I'd been looking at buying a used set of real BBS LM wheels which these are a replica of, but I was going to be in to about $4K USD for a nice set. Too rich for me! LOL

https://lmr.com/item/WK-1007SH/mustang-sve-series-1-wheel-kit-gold-94-04

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[ZR]

^ those will look hawt............without the SVE decal of course.

[RedSN]

Nice! I assume these are for your street setup?

[Zippy]

New Sim Steering wheel on order. Should get it sometime early March.
Wicked wicked wheel


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[fast Ed]

Nice! I assume these are for your street setup?

They will be the only setup ... this one is just a cruiser. But I thought that about the Jag XJR as well, and it ended up seeing some laps at Mosport DDT while helping at a Hanson day.

[RedSN]

... this one is just a cruiser. But….
:spitcoffee:

[Zippy]

They will be the only setup ... this one is just a cruiser. But I thought that about the Jag XJR as well, and it ended up seeing some laps at Mosport DDT while helping at a Hanson day.

If you need tips on driving a jellybean, just holler
:sarcasm:

[mavrrrick]

Order Marti report for shits and giggles. Be interesting to see history of the car.


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[Zee]

I bought some ribs for the team today at Big Bones in Markham... absolutely awful.

[RedSN]

^^in what way?

I’ve gotten takeout there several times and always good. The smoked wings were amazing.

[ZR]

I bought some ribs for the team today at Big Bones in Markham... absolutely awful.

Big Bone Markham can be an absolute hit or miss.

[True Blue]

Purchased a new stove and range hood, hopefully it shows up sometime this decade.

[5.4MarkVIII]

Purchased a new stove and range hood, hopefully it shows up sometime this decade.

We are being told March for a lot of stuff. Not great but not terrible either.

[92redragtop]

Purchased a new stove and range hood, hopefully it shows up sometime this decade.

It's only 2023 so there's still lots of time.....

[CON VERT]

What did you say, ( hearing aids) !

[True Blue]

We are being told March for a lot of stuff. Not great but not terrible either.

Not surprised... Delivery is schedule for next week, already know that's not happening. Buddy of mine ordered a new stove last week, he was told mid-March.

[Zippy]

upping my sim racing gear. One of the best set of pedals on the market today
Virtual Racing School (VRS) Pedals

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[Uncle Buck]

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Will be sporting the Jordy Laforge look in the garage this year.

[redo75]

Any first hand info on how bright the lights are working out?

[Scrape]

LOL!
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Will be sporting the Jordy Laforge look in the garage this year.

[mavrrrick]

Make it so number one.


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[ZR]

BOOKING.COM hooked me up for next week...............can't happen soon enough. ;)

[mavrrrick]

Where ya goin?

[Uncle Buck]

Any first hand info on how bright the lights are working out?

Once I’ve tried them I’ll report back.

[ZR]

Where ya goin?

Ross n I are headed north.

[redo75]

Hey Uncle Buck when you are using the flashlight head band in your outer space travels, try to take some pics of the different planets and galaxies that you visit and don't forget pics of some locals too. What tour company did you go through?
Thanks.

[Blackmare]

Ross n I are headed north.

Hope you both have a great time.

[mavrrrick]

Have a great time and be safe my friend. Enjoy!!


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[Laffs]

2014 JCB 510-56.

[RedSN]

that looks like a fun toy!

[Uncle Buck]

Any first hand info on how bright the lights are working out?

Well, tried them today and I think they will be handy. 350 Lumens seems bright enough.

[Redfire427]

Ross n I are headed north.

I hope you are driving way north. I just came back from a week sled trip. Drove to New Liskeard and hit the trails from there and did Iroquois Falls, Abitibi canyon, Smooth Rock Falls, Hearst, Cochrane and back. Anything south of Cochrane is junk and it’s even worse since last week. There is very little snow in the north this year. The A trail corridor is great, but any warm up in this region and it’s over.

[xeninworx]

Wife paid off her Accord.

[bluetoy]

Chips

[xeninworx]

New watch came in. Looks huge with the case protector.

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[92redragtop]

Looks the size of the Ultra in that pic.

Which screen protector?

[xeninworx]

Looks the size of the Ultra in that pic.

Which screen protector?

https://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/B0BKFYJXNG?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title

[92redragtop]

https://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/B0BKFYJXNG?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title

That's cool - I see quite a few different ones. Too bad Apple doesn't have one themselves like Fitbit and others.

[Laffs]

that looks like a fun toy!

I got all my certs/training a few years ago and have run our little Genie 8k unit a few times. This thing is a MONSTER in comparison. But also wild to see the difference in tech on these newer units, and comfort.

[mavrrrick]

Got my Marti Report today.

[Zee]

Chips

Have you tried Ms Vickies Spicy Ketchup?!

[mavrrrick]

Gotta try!!


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[bluetoy]

Have you tried Ms Vickies Spicy Ketchup?!

Not a fan of spicy. I'll still try it when I see it.

[Zee]

I bought so many things....

-MHS-2VPI-STG2NA
MHS GEN 2 4.6L / 5.4L 2V PI Stage 2 N/A Camshafts
224 / 226 Duration @ .050"
.550" / .530" Lift
111.5 + 1.5 LSA
110 / 113 Center Lines

- MHS-Camdegree
2V Camshaft Degree Service

- TFS-51800505
TFS 4.6L / 5.4L Billet Adjustable Crankshaft Gears

- MHS-VS-2V-STG2
MHS .600" Lift Stage 2 PI Valve Springs

- MHS-706360-CM
MHS 4130 Chrome Moly Retainers - 7mm Stem Diameter, 7°
Lock Angle, .636" - 642" Top ID.

[Snaketamer]

Picked up 10 Wix oil filters for the F150...

https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/15MAAOSw~uVfNAWz/s-l640.jpg

[mavrrrick]

^^^where do you buy?^^^


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[Zippy]

Sim pedals came in.... pieces of jewelry

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[Snaketamer]

^^^where do you buy?^^^


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Local parts dealer...Maslacks. Gave me a discount... $9/filter.

[redo75]

I saw on another forum questions about where some Wix are being made, now that Wix was sold to Mann+Hummel. Some in Mexico to Poland to China. Lots of stock still around from US.
For a real "good laugh" look up who "owns" K&N now.
Right now K&N is owned by Fram.

[Snaketamer]

Yeah, the Wix filters I picked up were made in Merica!

[redo75]

My wife's Volvo used Wix that were changed from the Volvo style all paper filter to the paper cartridge with the plastic top and bottom caps. No problems with oil changes until 3 years ago, with the new China made filter, removing oil filter cap causes the top plastic filter cap to shear off. The cap lodges inside filter cap, "I hope when I am removing the cap and not before"??
Next batch of filters will need an inspection so I am getting the older all paper filter, at a much higher cost.
She is an old, but good Volvo but replacing her would be costly, just like replacing the wifey with those high maintenance hot babes, so have to made do on both fronts!

[Ghost Rider]

Picked up 8, 8TB Barracuda HD's and 4, 10TB Ironwolf HD's

The Ironwolf's are helium filled, supposed to be less friction which means less heat and a little more energy saving... who knows, sounds good in theory lol


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[RedSN]

hydrogen would be even lighter. Just saying.

[Zee]

hydrogen would be even lighter. Just saying.

Funny you say Hydrogen.
My 2 of 7 Hydrogen cars just landed in Quebec

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[5.4MarkVIII]

Funny you say Hydrogen.
My 2 of 7 Hydrogen cars just landed in Quebec

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Are you allowed to explain more on this.

How they operate how you refill them? Ect.

[Zee]

Are you allowed to explain more on this.

How they operate how you refill them? Ect.

Unless the company themselves has a refueling station there arent many public stations around.
Fuel cell vehicles, essentially it is a hybrid system where refueling takes 5 minutes ... unlike an EV. We argue its a much better alternative once the supporting infrastructure is built up and an additional alternative to an EV crazed world.

This company (Charbone) has a fully operational station so they can supply their own hydrogen.

There's 4 coming to Ontario in about 6 weeks :) And am working on an additional 2 to be delivered at the end of this year to be operational within the GTA.
You can tell the politicians have all their hands in the EV jar and are being stubborn about including anything else.
The amount of made up red tape and bureaucracy we are putting up with is nuts.

[5.4MarkVIII]

Unless the company themselves has a refueling station there arent many public stations around.
Fuel cell vehicles, essentially it is a hybrid system where refueling takes 5 minutes ... unlike an EV. We argue its a much better alternative once the supporting infrastructure is built up and an additional alternative to an EV crazed world.

This company (Charbone) has a fully operational station so they can supply their own hydrogen.

There's 4 coming to Ontario in about 6 weeks :) And am working on an additional 2 to be delivered at the end of this year to be operational within the GTA.
You can tell the politicians have all their hands in the EV jar and are being stubborn about including anything else.
The amount of made up red tape and bureaucracy we are putting up with is nuts.

When you say it’s a hybrid. So it’s running an Internal combustion engine that’s just using hydrogen as fuel?

My dad was talking about some tech he read about where the hydrogen is used to directly create electricity to run the electric motor.

What kind of hydrogen volume does it take to fill?

Know hydrogen itself is relatively easy to “home brew”

But by the sounds of it is rural people might be sol for a while? until the determine enough of a demand to build a refuelling station.

[Zee]

When you say it’s a hybrid. So it’s running an Internal combustion engine that’s just using hydrogen as fuel?

My dad was talking about some tech he read about where the hydrogen is used to directly create electricity to run the electric motor.

What kind of hydrogen volume does it take to fill?

Know hydrogen itself is relatively easy to “home brew”

But by the sounds of it is rural people might be sol for a while? until the determine enough of a demand to build a refuelling station.

Check out this thread where we did a bit of a deep dive including all the pros and cons: http://www.torontomustangclub.ca/forums/showthread.php?20166-My-deal-made-it-on-the-interwebz
These cars dont work as well in rural areas. I think the best for rural areas are ice/electric hybrids. For the NEXO, if a Hydrogen station has a 350 bar pump ... you're only going to get half the range.


Heres a diagram which explains the drive train:
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[Uncle Buck]

Treated myself to a coil spring compressor that’s specific for classic Ford suspensions.

You install this in place of the shock and then disconnect the spring perch from the UCA.

As a nice feature, it is less likely to kill me than other styles.

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[5.4MarkVIII]

Treated myself to a coil spring compressor that’s specific for classic Ford suspensions.

You install this in place of the shock and then disconnect the spring perch from the UCA.

As a nice feature, it is less likely to kill me than other styles.

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Well crap. That would have been really really handy when I was doing the TBird. It was a MASSIVE PITA. Doing them with my clamp style.

[ChickenLips]

Treated myself to a coil spring compressor that’s specific for classic Ford suspensions.

You install this in place of the shock and then disconnect the spring perch from the UCA.

As a nice feature, it is less likely to kill me than other styles.

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looks like I re-invented the wheel with my IRS homebrew spring installers

http://www.torontomustangclub.ca/forums/showthread.php?19888-IRS-spring-install-into-Fox-is-there-an-easier-way&highlight=

[Titanium90]

Purchased this stock radio. I didn't realize how difficult they are to find. The stock one I have in the car now doesn't work very well.
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[ChickenLips]

Purchased this stock radio. I didn't realize how difficult they are to find. The stock one I have in the car now doesn't work very well.
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I put double Din into my Fox years ago. This was when they were uncommon and attracted thieves. I made a flip down false face plate from a stock radio. I cut up at least 4 or 5 of them before I got what i wanted. I still have a bunch of those false face plates somewhere.

[R3troGT]

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[Blackmare]

Congrats Martin! Nice rig!

[ZR]

She is a looker.
Congrats brother

[Scrape]

Congratulations Martin!

[Uncle Buck]

Ordered these over priced blocks of foam. Should give decent Uncle Buck clearance under the car. Opted for one set of one piece 12” and one set of 2 piece 12”.

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[JonsMustang]

They do look safer than standard jack stands and more clearance to work underneath the car.


Ordered these over priced blocks of foam. Should give decent Uncle Buck clearance under the car. Opted for one set of one piece 12” and one set of 2 piece 12”.

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[Titanium90]

That's a good idea. What did they cost if you don't mind me asking?

[Uncle Buck]

That's a good idea. What did they cost if you don't mind me asking?

Too much for what they are but when does that ever happen in this hobby.

https://www.summitracing.com/search?SortBy=BestKeywordMatch&SortOrder=Ascending&keyword=Race%20ramps%20RRSP-wc

[Stephen06GT]

I bought myself a TRACK DAY spot. Get yours before they are all gone.

[JonsMustang]

Bought the PowerStop Z26 brakes/rotors fronts & back. Rick did a fantastic job installing them, no squeals! It's actually better than stock lol and looks pretty too!
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[Zippy]

Bought some boot kits for my Caddy calipers... fresh brakes this season !

[Titanium90]

Too much for what they are but when does that ever happen in this hobby.

https://www.summitracing.com/search?SortBy=BestKeywordMatch&SortOrder=Ascending&keyword=Race%20ramps%20RRSP-wc

Wow. You were not kidding. Thanks for the response

[xeninworx]

Paid off the Mustang 5 months early.

[1BAD92LX]

Motorcraft TFI module, ignition coil and spark plug wires.
Rough estimate is the plug wires are over 15 years old lol.

[RedSN]

That there is some good insurance

[ZR]

Money well spent Brad. ;)

[Uncle Buck]

I have these on the 66 and love them so an e-mail telling me they were on sale was all it took for me to order a set for the 69.

They sure have gone up in price. Ouch.

Koni adjustable

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[ZR]

New lapping day helmet on order (HJC H10).
Thank you Ben at JRP.


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[ZR]

Got a couple of pm's asking about the helmet.
Yes it's a road race spec.
Yes it's got current ratings
No it didn't cost a fortune. At $450 + tx it's an affordable, good quality helmet that will serve you well for years to come.
Small price to pay to keep your head safe.
JRP carry them in white, matt black or carbon fibre and of course have helmets to try on.


The H10 is the ideal helmet for all types of racing. From the dusty ovals of Tennessee to the starting line at Pomona, its comfortable Fire Resistant Moisture-wicking Comfort-Carbon interior and Advanced Ventilation System keeps you cool and comfortable. H10 is an affordable alternative.
Features:


Advanced Fiberglass Composite Weave Shell: Lightweight superior fit and comfort using advanced CAD technology
“ACS” Advanced Channeling Ventilation System: Full front to back airflow flushes heat and humidity up and out
Optional Shields Available in Amber, Dark Smoke, Dark Blue, and Black Chrome
Optional Clear Spoiler is available
Polycarbonate Anti-fog Shield with Tear-off Posts
Pre-installed M6 terminal for head and neck restraints
Improved Front Ventilation
Improved earcup compatibility
Double D-ring retention system
SIZES: XS-XXL

Certification:


SNELL SA2020 APPROVED

[Old Fart]

Bought a few things for the 04. Nice new Cluster Housing cover and the air filter grommets. I bought the car with a K&N CAI and don't like the fact that the filter is located inside the engine compartment with a ill-fitting filter housing. So I need the grommets for a new CAI with the filter inside the fender.

https://i.postimg.cc/QdK2pczf/IMG-2559.jpg

[ZR]

^ That will freshen the cluster up nicely.

[xeninworx]

Magnetic oil drain plug that uses a crush washer rather than a rubber seal. Made in the USA and high quality with a strong magnet. The reviews on Amazon are over 4 stars, so it’s not some cheap Chinese junk.

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Holds 2 knives.

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[Laffs]

Autel MX808

[xeninworx]

Barton 2 post bracket

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[xeninworx]

And done.

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[Uncle Buck]

Bought this today. What a beast.

Low profile but lifts to 24”

It’s heavy but wheels around well.

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[N89]

Completed the Canadian firearms safety course today to obtain my PAL license.

[Uncle Buck]

^^ good to keep the R8 safe

[N89]

^^ good to keep the R8 safe

LOL.
No, I have a few buddies that belong to a gun club, they keep inviting me to go out target shooting with them but I don’t really feel comfortable going without having a good understanding on how to handle a firearm so I took the course.
Also plan on taking the hunting course, and try to get out hunting sometime.

[xeninworx]

Our dishwasher needed repairs costing about $400 for parts and labour. Decided to get a new one instead. I know a guy that collects scrap metal. Called him to grab the old one. Said he had a new dishwasher on hand for $120 that hadn’t been used in 2 years. Same Frigidaire brand. Told him I’ll take it for that price. He brought it over Friday and I installed it yesterday. Took me while to level it out as Mattamy don’t know how to use a level when building a home. The tiles under the counter aren’t flat to each tile so had to compensate. Got it as level as I could, I’d say 95% level. Also had to go to Lowe’s for a MIP 90 degree elbow for $6. It’s a little louder than previous dishwasher but for $120 I ain’t gonna complain.

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Another side note about Mattamy, our countertops aren’t the same height. When I bought a new stove a few years ago, I adjusted the legs to be the same height as the countertop left and right. The stove wasn’t level. I measured the height of each countertop to the left and right of the stove, sure enough one side was higher than the other. Mattamy are morons. Obviously I leveled the stove using a level. Water or oil stays in the middle of the pan or pot rather than leaning to one side.

[redo75]

If you still have the old one take the SS door cover off, just a few screws. I used mine outside on a small patio table top, with few screws. Everybody asks where I got the SS patio table.

[xeninworx]

If you still have the old one take the SS door cover off, just a few screws. I used mine outside on a small patio table top, with few screws. Everybody asks where I got the SS patio table.

It wasn’t stainless. It was just grey plastic but we never took off the green protective plastic off of it. People kept asking where we got a green dishwasher from lol.

[redo75]

Well you could ask your friend if some SS doors come along.
Another trick are the apartment dish washers that have the wooden hardwood top used as a cutting board. Great on top of your countertop as most were real maple.

[mavrrrick]

Found on market place for computer at work. Guy in Oshawa makes mouse pads. Having pic of Shelby put on one.

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[mavrrrick]

Found on market place for computer at work. Guy in Oshawa makes mouse pads. Having pic of Shelby put on one.

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Got mouse pads, yes 2, and amazing. Couldn’t decide on pic so got 2. $10 each and they are pretty nice.

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If you’re interested he’s in Oshawa.
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Does other stuff like tumblers and promotional things.

And he’s a car guy to boot.


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[ZR]

New dishwasher coming next week. :)

[CON VERT]

What's her name ? ^^^^

[ZR]

Tits.

[Scrape]

HAHAHAHAHA

[Gabe]

16 day trip to Maui and Oahu in September with my wife, best friend and his family. First time going

[bluetoy]

Bought a case of Kleen Flo Brake clean. Needed to get a loan.

[RedSN]

16 day trip to Maui and Oahu in September with my wife, best friend and his family. First time going
You’re gonna love it! Make sure to have shaved ice every day :)

[92redragtop]

You’re gonna love it! Make sure to have shaved ice every day :)

Is that a sno cone?

[RedSN]

Is that a sno cone?

Yeah, except they make it an art. Not your regular 7-11 snow cone.

[92redragtop]

Dupray Tosca steam cleaner



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[Gabe]

You’re gonna love it! Make sure to have shaved ice every day :)

will do, thanks for the recommendation. Looking forward to some surfing, snorkeling, cycling, hiking and relaxing

[Scrape]

That is a nice steamer you got there Richard. Getting into the car interior detailing business? LOL
Dupray Tosca steam cleaner



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[hammerhead]

Bought a case of Kleen Flo Brake clean. Needed to get a loan.

its not as good as it use to be —it doesn't find cuts on my hands anymore

[92redragtop]

That is a nice steamer you got there Richard. Getting into the car interior detailing business? LOL

LOL! Upgrading from a McCulloch unit for home/car cleaning but wanted one with a detachable/replaceable hose (which was the weak point on the McCulloch), and these are from a Canadian company (although made in Europe).

[Laffs]

Accufab polished 75mm TB to replace the shitty Perf Products 70mm one car and a set of TrickFlow Black and Polished aluminum Valve Covers

Now just gotta find a polished Vortech Aftercooler kit.

[Stephen06GT]

I picked up six cans of SeaFoam today. On sale at Home Hardware for $9.97 (40% off). Sale ends May 3.

[FABMAN]

I picked up six cans of SeaFoam today. On sale at Home Hardware for $9.97 (40% off). Sale ends May 3.

Thanks for sharing, I going to go stock up as well. My last can cost $16.50!

[mavrrrick]

Puts a smile on my face when in the office!!
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[xeninworx]

New lug nuts to replace the rusty ones on the wife’s Accord. Also hate having a lock nut on the wheels. Also they’re ball nose. Some people don’t realize that you can’t use conical nuts on OEM Honda wheels.

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[bluetoy]

I bought this Autoart Liberty Walk Aventador today. Now just to save up enough for a real one.

https://i.imgur.com/Vq6jtZI.jpg

[ZR]

Bilstein front struts / rear shocks for the Ram.
Should put the Mr feel good back in it.

https://rudysdiesel.com/images/M198782451.jpg

[True Blue]

Top soil run this morning... I miss owning a truck, however the family hauler still did the trick.

https://i.postimg.cc/DwZZqJ7S/top-soil.jpg

[Scrape]

I continue to regret selling my X3. I can't haul shit in my car. I can't carry any plants at all without making damage to the plants.
Top soil run this morning... I miss owning a truck, however the family hauler still did the trick.

https://i.postimg.cc/DwZZqJ7S/top-soil.jpg

[1BAD92LX]

New wiper transmission in the truck. Passenger pivot seized after 6 years. New one has plastic pivot assemblies not metal, go figure. New front rotors too, rust got the best of those. Just need the time to free up the parking brake

[Gr8Stang]

Installing Powerstop Extreme Z26 Pads, front and rear and bleeding the brakes with Motul 5.1 in anticipation of hitting the new track out here later this summer (Rocky Mountain Motorsports).

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[xeninworx]

Have friends coming over so bought a bigger charcoal bbq. Gonna give the little to my neighbour who always helps me out.

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[MUSTANGWOP]

Great gesture ^^^

[xeninworx]

Got the wife’s Accord detailed at AMP Motorsports today. Very clean.

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[ZR]

Nice, makes em feel like a brand new whip.

[xeninworx]

Finally got my my new mats from Matmetrics. $320 cash. https://matmetrics.ca/

These are better than Tuxmat. More coverage. Removable mat for easier cleaning. Wider rubber heel pad for clutch pedal.

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[Gr8Stang]

[QUOTE=xeninworx;445061]Finally got my my new mats from Matmetrics. $320 cash. https://matmetrics.ca/

These are better than Tuxmat. More coverage. Removable mat for easier cleaning. Wider rubber heel pad for clutch pedal.

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Are they considered good for all weather conditions? Always challenging come winter time when you get the slush/water build up and of course salt. I've stuck to two sets of mats: fair weather and winter so far. Considering getting weathertech next.

[Gr8Stang]

Picked up this one man brake bleeder for my pad upgrade happening this Thursday. Time for some fresh DOT 5.1 fluid.

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[xeninworx]

[QUOTE=xeninworx;445061]Finally got my my new mats from Matmetrics. $320 cash. https://matmetrics.ca/

These are better than Tuxmat. More coverage. Removable mat for easier cleaning. Wider rubber heel pad for clutch pedal.

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Are they considered good for all weather conditions? Always challenging come winter time when you get the slush/water build up and of course salt. I've stuck to two sets of mats: fair weather and winter so far. Considering getting weathertech next.

I can only assume so. The Tuxmat were good in the winter except for where my left heel was digging into the vinyl part instead of the rubber part. Almost put a hole in the mat. Vinyl is pretty easy to clean too.

[RedSN]

Picked up this one man brake bleeder for my pad upgrade happening this Thursday. Time for some fresh DOT 5.1 fluid.
Details on that? Got a vacuum bleeder kit from PA years ago. Works okay, but has trouble making a good seal at the bleeder screw.

[Gr8Stang]

Attaches at the master/reservoir (aluminum cap made for Ford/Mustang comes with the kit); put in new fluid in the Motive Bleeder tank, attach aluminum cap to brake master reservoir, pump tank to 15 PSI (let sit for a minute or two to watch for any leaks), then go to each bleeder screw and attach a hose (not sure of the size yet...thinking 3/8 or 1/4) which runs to a bottle of your choice, open the bleeder and let the fluid flow till clear, then move to the next corner. Check Motive Tank periodically to ensure pressure is maintained up to 15 PSI. If the bleeder screw leaks air, I'll zip tie it.

From the YouTube's I've seen with the Motive Product, looks very easy and recommended highly. I'll post my experience afterwards.

[RedSN]

Hmm…. Looking forward to your review.

The one I have pulls a vacuum at the bleeder. But if I understand your post correctly, this one pressurized the reservoir tank.

[Gr8Stang]

Hmm…. Looking forward to your review.

The one I have pulls a vacuum at the bleeder. But if I understand your post correctly, this one pressurized the reservoir tank.

Correct Don; this one uses pressure to push fluid at the brake fluid reservoir to each caliper bleeder vs. pulling from each bleeder.

PS > I plan to draw out most of the old fluid at the brake fluid reservoir using a large syringe, then adding fresh fluid to the reservoir BEFORE starting the procedure with the Motive bleeder. Figure it's better to avoid pushing as much of the old stuff back thru the system.

[bluetoy]

Because Racecar but at 1/10th the cost. 2019 Birel Rotax DD2.

https://i.imgur.com/VRJpAZ0.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/JGF1M8l.jpg

[1BAD92LX]

Sweet. I used to run rotax (not DD2) many years ago in Hamilton. Now running a Birel with a LO206 engine in Sudbury.

[ZR]

Isn't that sweet looking.

[mavrrrick]

Because Racecar but at 1/10th the cost. 2019 Birel Rotax DD2.

https://i.imgur.com/VRJpAZ0.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/JGF1M8l.jpg

Track day???

[bluetoy]

It's only geared for 145 kph so won't be much good at tmp

[mavrrrick]

SC it and good to go!!!

[xeninworx]

So we had a blackout the other day and it bricked one of my wifi extenders. It’s an older model Asus with no antennas and was on the second floor of the house. Had good range within the house on the second floor. The new model Asus with antennas that I purchased recently was garbage. Barely connects and crashed every time I tried a firmware update so I just unplugged it and left it. So I went onto Amazon and checked out what was good. Found this TP Link model with great reviews and good price. Got it connected yesterday and was an easy setup with the TP Link app. I can change the range based on power consumption and turn off the LEDs at night or off altogether. The range and connectivity is amazing. It’s plugged in the middle of the house on the second floor and posting this on my sidewalk with a strong connection on the 5ghz band. My main Asus router which is on the main floor doesn’t reach this far. So far so good.

https://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/B08TLT65WM?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_image

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[xeninworx]

Needed a new cooler as my dad left our other big one in Montreal at my sister-in-law’s house. So I opted for least expensive and large capacity.

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Wife wanted a new meat cleaver as our old one was dented, dull and the wooden handle came off. So you’re basically holding a metal handle while chopping.

Got this one from Amazon for $115. When looking for cleavers, pay attention to what they can cut through. Some are not meant to go through bone. This one does. Purchased based on reviews (4.5 rating) and price and warranty. I ain’t paying over $200 for a Zwilling.

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[1BAD92LX]

BBK catted H pipe. Thanks Barone Performance!

[ZR]

Lou is da man.

[Zee]

A tattoo!

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[R3troGT]

New shoes for the F150

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[ZR]

^ Doesn't that change the look.

[Zippy]

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Ordered a weighted ball for my car

[ZR]

^ Nice purchase, no secret how much I'm enjoying wt'd ball from them in my own car.

[xeninworx]

Needed to replace my drives. Running out of space on C drive 120gb SSD, almost had no room to install WD cloning software. My D drive is a 1tb HDD and while still had 300gb left, was starting to get a little slower. My C drive is only for programs while I save everything on D.

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This is my aging computer but runs well for run of the mill stuff, no gaming. Noctua dual fan for the processor. 200mm fan in front for intake. 200mm fans at the side and top for exhaust. 120mm fan at the bottom for intake. 120mm fan at the back for exhaust.

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[Zippy]

Got something today that I've always wanted to have in the shop... a set of scales.
So excited to try them out on the DECH and mess around with them.
Big thanks to ZR for finding them for me
They are wireless scales from Intercomp. Have to setup the software on my laptop... then try em out.

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[RedSN]

^^^ when can I come over?

[ZR]

We will be offering it as a shop service.

[RedSN]

PM me price.

…or feel free to bring scales to track day to ensure compliance with weight regulations :)

[mavrrrick]

Forgot to post this. Didn’t buy, wife did. Father’s Day gift. My favorite movie is Top Gun.

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My grandkids are Silas and Mila.


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[mavrrrick]

Got rid of soft top gazebo and got hard top. Happy with it so far.

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[CON VERT]

Love mine !

[mavrrrick]

Was sick of putting up and taking down soft top. Got decent deal for this one.


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[Stephen06GT]

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[5.4MarkVIII]

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[Titanium90]

Very nice. Especially when you get it all assembled.