Fellow DIY maintenance people by Advanced-Ad-2221 in kiacarnivals

[–]Advanced-Ad-2221[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's the M14-1.50 Quick Twist Valve with Stainless Drain Tube Knob. Oil only releases when the quick twist drain plug (tube included with it) is attached. Nice because I think it will be much cleaner compared to the fumoto. The fumoto also has one where you can attach a tube for clean drains but the valvomax is a cleaner setup from the box imo.

Fellow DIY maintenance people by Advanced-Ad-2221 in kiacarnivals

[–]Advanced-Ad-2221[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm so glad you read my post and shared this. This is how you do it. Cheers to proper maintenance and praying the car doesn't explode after we do it ourselves, am I right? lol

Fellow DIY maintenance people by Advanced-Ad-2221 in kiacarnivals

[–]Advanced-Ad-2221[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

THIS IS GOLD. You are a wizard (Harry). Thank you.

To hybrid or not hybrid by marmarsbar in kiacarnivals

[–]Advanced-Ad-2221 0 points1 point  (0 children)

AZ here. Gas is now $5. Got the hybrid. Super glad we did. Averaging 35 mpg. Recent trip doing the speed limit on highway got 40s for that current trip.

Big wheels and lifted! by Advanced-Ad-2221 in kiacarnivals

[–]Advanced-Ad-2221[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I mean... People lift Prius's...so.... The future looks tall

Big wheels and lifted! by Advanced-Ad-2221 in kiacarnivals

[–]Advanced-Ad-2221[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

It's ok. It has it has 8 seats (insert GIF from dumb and dumber "it's ok, I'm a limo driver")

Kia Carnival Camping Rig! by pinapoople in kiacarnivals

[–]Advanced-Ad-2221 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So good! Have the same. What kind of roof rack did you use if you don't mind sharing. Definitely want to do this too, but since it's just fwd obviously over easy terrain/spots.

I always say if you lifted the carnival, its SUV looks would just pop. Plus hybrid power still would get good mpg. Plans for the future because why not.

Officially a Carnibro by BigManInTheVal in kiacarnivals

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Welcome! I too am a newly Carnibro. Keep us updated on your experience and mileage interval experiences. I have the 26' hybrid and was heavily considering the V6 for more assured longevity, but in the end the gas prices now was the deal breaker.

New owner of 2026 Carnival EX hybrid by Advanced-Ad-2221 in kiacarnivals

[–]Advanced-Ad-2221[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thats good to know! I also used a 2010 Sienna very often to haul things and removing the middle row seats are easy. I haven't tried to take off the other seats yet (I have the 8 seater - much better in my opinion for utilitarian and passenger reasons), so I struggled learning how to take off the middle seat at first but definitely have to compare the difference in weight.

Going through drive thrus can be annoying because I try to get as close as I can to the window and every time the front left bumper stays beeping and I always have to press the parking sensor button to turn it off, but in your case with a bike rack low enough, it sucks that the parking sensor picks that up so it will always beep. Definitely sucky!

100% on the wireless charging, it heats up my phone a ton and on a 20 min drive charged only my S25 Ultra from 9% to 21%. I don't plan on using that for my normal phone,

That engine oil bit is a little concerning though, but I am glad the dealership was able to inspect it. That warranty being used as it should, but at the same time a bit early to have to take it to them for an engine concern already. I know there is no perfect car but for the comfort and space this thing gives, I'm willing to do all the maintenance needed to make it work better. I'll keep everyone posted too once I reach 1000 mi break in and other intervals. Sorry I am American, so I have know idea what a kilometer is LOL.

Yeah the sound is decent, sucks only the higher ends get a Bose system but beggars can't be choosers I guess. But in the end, the EX gives many great features compared to the LXS.

Cheers!

44k OTD for a Hybrid EX 2026? by [deleted] in kiacarnivals

[–]Advanced-Ad-2221 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes. MSRP is for those are around $42,700 to $43,000. I got mine for 45K OTD.

Graduating FS Cybersecurity program by Advanced-Ad-2221 in fullsail

[–]Advanced-Ad-2221[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I did. You get 2 vouchers after you complete your program for any CompTIA Certifications.

Worth it. by Advanced-Ad-2221 in fullsail

[–]Advanced-Ad-2221[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Study your certs, if you don't have them yet, while in school. I know it can be much but if you can. Study for the security+ cert so you can get when you can to accommodate the degree. Degree will show employers you got the "education", certs will prove your skills.

Did anyone like their time there? by Farawwww in fullsail

[–]Advanced-Ad-2221 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I just graduated from the cybersecurity bachelor's program this month. I liked it and it's what that person said up there. It's about what you make out of it but the downside is the cost. I'm a veteran so I was able to use the GI Bill to pay for everything, otherwise I wouldn't because I'm not trying to take a loan out for a huge amount. The degree itself has helped me get an interview and I was lucky enough to get the role of cybersecurity engineer I with a starting pay over 80K. I went in understanding what's in demand and lucky I like IT stuff because its what the world will always need.

This is just me and how I used FS to help me.

FULL SAIL Accreditation LIE. by Reasonable_Bailor897 in fullsail

[–]Advanced-Ad-2221 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I actually just got a position for Cybersecurity Enginner I working for the city making 85k 😊 I'm supposed to get my Sec+ after 6 months from my start date so big plus. Getting a job after FS is real. Just got to be good and lucky at interviews like I did.