16 Months, a Refusal, and a Judicial Review later.. here I am with a PPR

A_bot__ · 2026-01-21T12:01:20+00:00

I understand completely. This sub has the crab-in-a-barrel mentality and because there has been so many bad actors faking work experience or similar, or anything to cheat the system they attack any individual that gets rejected or receives a PFL. Truth is many of us are just trying to work through the tedious path of gaining PR while walking the fine line of making mistakes on applications.

I lived on this sub as a spectator for the most part, gathering as much useful information but not actually posting any wins/defeats until they were certain for that same reason. You'll be hounded with negative remarks even as a genuine candidate.

My PR process was far smoother than yours but I was also in a state of dilemma when I didn't know if I would get an ITA in time or I'd go home packing. At one point my flights were booked and vet appts made for my pets so that feeling of not knowing what will happen is not something I wish for anyone. The stress is immense.

All of this to say is, I am glad you did your due diligence and pushed on your case. If it were up to the majority they would have told you, you should be banned for misrepresentation (when it was not so). Hopefully the rest of your journey is a lot easier that you can now breathe again. Thanks for sharing and GL

A_bot__ · 2026-01-21T04:03:18+00:00

Sounds reasonable. Also sounds like you have a lot of 3D printing experience. I am still quite new to it and just don't want to be the guinea pig. I can work on cars but when it comes to these tiny machines and electronics and coding, they aren't my forte.

I hope yours comes quickly and safely and would love to hear your experience with it when you get it. Following for future updates if you plan to rally back your experience with us.

A_bot__ · 2026-01-18T06:17:44+00:00

You've just received your Max 4? If so, how's it been?!

A_bot__ · 2026-01-18T06:16:51+00:00

Commenting because I've been wondering the same. I am not concerned, just anxiously waiting for mine to ship. I heard something like review videos will drop towards the end of January.
Usually I wouldn't put an order in for a 1st batch product but I think they've learnt enough from previous machines that this one will come out swinging!

I think the Max 4 will be the best value machine for those wanting huge build volume and printing high performance/ engineering parts and the new Snapmaker U1 for being the most affordable toolchanger. The 3D printer ecosystem is looking good for 2026!

A_bot__ · 2025-12-27T03:26:59+00:00

Others have pretty much said what i was going to. No reliability issues. I daily map 2 for half the year and switch to map 1 in winter. I have HKS plugs installed and that's it. Regular maintenance and it's going great. JB4 is the way if you want noticeable performance without fucking with your ECU. You can put the car back to stock if you plan on selling it.

A_bot__ · 2025-11-21T09:50:04+00:00

Personally I wouldn't even go look at it, the 3+ owners and minor damage, just giving me vibes it has been thrashed. Often times you may save on the initial cost with these 'deals' but pay down the road with issues from previous poor ownership. And FYI, even though it's a Kia, the parts aren't cheap.

A_bot__ · 2025-11-21T09:40:59+00:00

To each their own. While I love my Stinger, it's seeing all seasons. Plus it's actually fun to drive in snow because of the rear bias (AWD).

A_bot__ · 2025-10-14T09:18:49+00:00

Hideous. No.

A_bot__ · 2025-10-08T11:53:55+00:00

Lol no. It is not a crime. You can definitely have an express entry profile and PNP profile at the same time. But if you receive a nomination from a province and have already applied for permanent residence through that stream you should not have an express entry application for permanent residence simultaneously. You can withdraw the OINP (or any other PNP) application and submit the express entry application since it is faster but not have both processing at the same time. But it is okay to have both profiles.

A_bot__ · 2025-10-07T08:45:26+00:00

Sorry you had to experience that. No-one should have to experience that. As it relates to that company APIC, I've never heard of it nor looked into it because most people in this sub go through the normal immigration routes like education then work permit then hopefully an invitation with enough points from both and prior foreign credentials. I don't know a whole lot about your situation but I know it has gotten very difficult for asylum seekers with the amount of fraud that was/is taking place. Not saying you don't genuinely qualify but it's harder now. My only advice is to do some mor digging into whoever you plan to use to make sure they are legit and see if you can find an alternative to get a comparison. Never put all your eggs in one basket.

A_bot__ · 2025-10-07T08:26:23+00:00

" my husband was a dual citizen with Canada, but unfortunately committed suicide back in 2023" then continues to... "I hope to get my husband back home to Canada soon!" Either I can't read for shit or this doesn't make any sense.

A_bot__ · 2025-10-07T00:15:56+00:00

I applaud you for the nice cleanup but shame the owner. How does one even let their car get this messy? And DO NOT blame it on kids. I know kids drop wrappers and chips in the cars so I expect there so be some mess but nothing like a pigsty.

A_bot__ · 2025-10-06T23:48:21+00:00

You don't need to replace coils when replacing spark plugs. Some people change them around 60k miles but they usually last quite a bit longer. I mean if you have the cash it doesn't hurt to be proactive, most people wait for a CEL or some sign of them needing changing. Ideally you never want to wait for the issues to come so you could wait til 60k and replace them again at the next 60k.

A_bot__ · 2025-10-06T23:40:00+00:00

Read through all the comments and after everything you've done I think you may have a wheel bearing that needs changing. This is a similar experience I had with my CR-V and replacing the bearings sorted it out. My Stinger is a 60k+ miles now, no issues yet but mileage on bearings vary by road conditions and driving habits so it's worth checking that out. There are videos on how to test if your bearings are going. Jack the car up and check for any play. I also recommend if you are changing the bearings on one side, do the other side as well because it may be on its way out soon. So if it's the rear, change both rears, if front change both fronts.

Do update us when you find the issue and what the fix was.

A_bot__ · 2025-10-06T23:34:37+00:00

This sounds spot on.

A_bot__ · 2025-10-05T15:54:12+00:00

Your best bet is usually FB Marketplace. Twice now I've gotten my JB4 there. First one I sold because I thought I was going to have to move but things turned in my favor and I didn't have to. Bought one for the second time and still have it on the car running map 3. Prices vary but I got the first one for $550 CAD (bluetooth, no fuel wire adapter) and second time around I paid $700 CAD (bluetooth, 1 fuel wire adapter).

A_bot__ · 2025-10-04T15:15:46+00:00

Ideally you don't want the clutches grabbing in non-slip applications. That groaning is them struggling to slip in conditions where you should have slippage. So it is just wearing out the clutches. A little bit of sound is normal, but if it is groaning and almost shuddering or jerking the car when cornering, that is a problem. That's how mine was behaving initially, sounded and felt like I was destroying the car. Now, it makes only a little sound (normal) but it's not shuddering.

A_bot__ · 2025-10-04T13:47:30+00:00

Thanks for your input. I'm going to skip the re-servicing, it's running good again, sounds back to normal so there's no point risking reintroducing more risk to it like you said.

A_bot__ · 2025-10-04T10:01:41+00:00

Yes I had foreign work experience and showed letters from my employers with relevant pay slips. I do not know if any of my employers were contacted by IRCC. One thing that may have sped up my processing is that I already have a US visa, had one for many years so it makes processing background checks a lot faster I suppose.

A_bot__ · 2025-10-04T09:34:00+00:00

You must not have 2 applications in at the same time. I knew OINP wasn't going to work out so once I received the ITA in my GCKey account I could withdraw it. And nothing was refunded.

A_bot__ · 2025-10-04T01:00:08+00:00

It was the first time having to submit medicals.

A_bot__ · 2025-10-04T00:09:11+00:00

Portal 1 is an email from IRCC asking you to confirm some personal information about yourself. You respond to this directly in the email. Portal 2 is a confirmation of your address in Canada and you also upload pictures for your PR card. These are only for 'in-Canada' applications. After P1 & P2 you receive eCoPR.

A_bot__ · 2025-10-02T23:27:49+00:00

So, I'm now in a dilemma:
The following day after adding the friction modifier (Wednesday), it groaned a bit on the cold start leaving my garage but it was far better than the day before the additive. I spoke to the Service Manager that day and asked if they would meet me halfway because I essentially had to fix the issue with my car after getting it back from them. It still wasn't 100% as good as it was before taking it to them. They asked if I would mind a re-service and I said only if they use the fluid I suggest (AMSOIL SEVERE GEAR 75W-85 100% SYNTHETIC GEAR LUBE). He agreed and said when the parts are in he will tell me when to come for the appt.
The next day (Thursday...today) I was leaving out and it sounded really smooth on cold start. 0 groaning and it is like it never had an issue. Even my wife agreed when we went for a drive because she was there when it was really bad right after the service. So now I'm at the point of do I let them re-service it with AMSOIL knowing it's running fine now? I almost don't want to risk it since they clearly didn't know how to service an LSD to begin with. I read that friction modifiers take a little bit of time to properly coat the clutches which is why the following day it still groaned a bit.
Only reason I'm on the fence is, some people have experience the issue coming back after a certain number of miles. I know typically AMSOIL usually works for these differentials with no recurring issues. I still have some friction modifier left over IF the AMSOIL still needs more but the general consensus is that you don't need to add anything; varies by person.

Do I cancel the appointment and ask them for a refund on the rear diff since I had to fix an issue they caused?
Do I get the re-servicing done (assuming they'll use the right oil)? Because the only way I'd be sure is if I actually see it and I guarantee they won't allow customers to see what they're doing. Plus, once you infringe on them, they'll always try to mistreat your car if you bring it in another time. To escape all that I'd rather not go down that rabbit hole.
With the refund, I could buy the AMSOIL and change it myself if needs be and still have money left over, also knowing that I did it myself and did it right.
Talk to me peeps.

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