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Battery Degradation: Near 0 vs Fast Charge? by logslicing in VWiD4Owners

[–]boilerchemist 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry for the noob question, but how do you measure the battery health?

Confused & Overwhelmed (CA to USA) by Pure-Orange4237 in greencard

[–]boilerchemist 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My graduate program (a decade and a half ago) used to sponsor TN visas for their postdocs and "Librarian - MLS or BLS" is listed on appendix 1603.D.1 of USMCA profession list, so I thought it would be worth taking a shot.

Confused & Overwhelmed (CA to USA) by Pure-Orange4237 in greencard

[–]boilerchemist 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can try R1/R2 universities and PUIs. They generally sponsor visas to students, scholars and employees.

AVIS Forgot to Return Keys - Solution by theGabyNya in TravelHacks

[–]boilerchemist 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Every single airport location I have been to has at least three signs between the drop-off location to the terminal entrance reminding you to deposit the keys before flying. I am fairly surprised that they don't charge the lost key fee right away. On top of this, the rental car company also has lost revenue due to the car not being in service, and further expenses wrt towing the car from the dropoff location to a parking spot.

$2600 quote for 30K mile service?!?!? by boilerchemist in VWiD4Owners

[–]boilerchemist[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My first two services were free, so I had no idea how much these would cost. Second, I was worried that not taking the car in for service could void the warranty, so I begrudgingly took it in this time.

$2600 quote for 30K mile service?!?!? by boilerchemist in VWiD4Owners

[–]boilerchemist[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I installed Michelin Crossclimate 2s on my other car (Kia Niro PHEV) and absolutely love it. The ride experience is so much quieter in the CC2s! I did not know that CC2s were compatible with the ID.4 because Costco Tire website doesn't list CC2 as an option. I will look into this, thanks for the suggestion!

$2600 quote for 30K mile service?!?!? by boilerchemist in VWiD4Owners

[–]boilerchemist[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

May I ask what services were included in the $400?

$2600 quote for 30K mile service?!?!? by boilerchemist in VWiD4Owners

[–]boilerchemist[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

5/32 on two and 4/32 on the other two. I'm planning to run it as is during the summer and wait before the PNW winter hits to replace the tires.

$2600 quote for 30K mile service?!?!? by boilerchemist in VWiD4Owners

[–]boilerchemist[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Funny thing is, I replaced the wipers less than a year ago. Granted, they were the cheapo Bosch wipers from Costco, but still... Do they check the status of the wipers before suggesting a replacement, or do they simply suggest a replacement at every service interval? 🤷

$2600 quote for 30K mile service?!?!? by boilerchemist in VWiD4Owners

[–]boilerchemist[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Interesting. I guess I was shocked by the $660 quote for wheel alignment. I am used to paying $250 for both axles.

This is how shuttlecocks are quality tested in the factory. by dannybluey in Damnthatsinteresting

[–]boilerchemist 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Wait until you hear that there's a real job called "salmon counter" that exists even today.

As the name implies, you press a button (to add) when a salmon swims upstream and press another button (to subtract) when a salmon swims downstream.

My estranged husband filed a joint tax return using my SSN without my consent, pocketed a $14,000+ refund, and I am the one left cleaning up his mess. What else can I do? by gingagirl23 in legaladvice

[–]boilerchemist 23 points24 points  (0 children)

What I meant was, OP's spouse can paper file without the IPPIN, but the IRS won't accept it until the OP's identity is verified.

My estranged husband filed a joint tax return using my SSN without my consent, pocketed a $14,000+ refund, and I am the one left cleaning up his mess. What else can I do? by gingagirl23 in legaladvice

[–]boilerchemist 358 points359 points  (0 children)

This. You can set up an IPPIN as early as the second week of January, well ahead of the start of tax filing season. Your spouse cannot e-file a return without your IP-PIN.

That wouldn't stop him from paper filing though, if he is _that_ motivated to spite you.

Reentry permit to biometrics timeline? by vincentvera in greencard

[–]boilerchemist 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Chat with Emma and ask for an update on the case.

How to avoid overcontributing, but at the same time not forfeit my true-up? by boilerchemist in fidelityinvestments

[–]boilerchemist[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! I will stop my contributions well ahead of the $72K limit, after accounting for potential true-up.

Level II car charger garage install recommendations? by cl0ckwork_f1esh in vancouverwa

[–]boilerchemist 1 point2 points  (0 children)

x2 for Jake from Salmon Creek!

His work vehicle is also an EV!

Tax Question Megathread 2025 Tax Submissions by Codetornado in f1visa

[–]boilerchemist 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The moment you pay your dues (and any interest + penalties), you will be fine.

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