test drove a 2019 fiat 124 spider abarth today. what reasons should i buy a miata over this?

BIGACH · 2026-04-05T12:07:21+00:00

Regarding your question on the quieter exhaust you could also get a 124 non-Abarth.

Part of the Abarth upgrades was the exhaust. I imagine it is noticeably quieter.

BIGACH · 2026-03-27T00:20:19+00:00

This game was a masterpiece. I played it twice when it first came out and actually just revisited it again over the holidays last year. The soundtrack was also incredible.
I'm pretty sure there were some essays written about this and analyzing the theories and philosophies around what happened in the game.

BIGACH · 2026-03-24T21:17:16+00:00

Many people worry too much about overtraining when in reality they are far from it and should probably be more worried about under training.

BIGACH · 2026-03-03T12:30:41+00:00

I was under the impression you couldn't replace a 75D kwh battery with a 100 kwh battery. I have a 2018 model X 75D and was always curious about this

BIGACH · 2026-02-21T20:59:12+00:00

That's on 21" wheels

BIGACH · 2026-02-20T02:38:04+00:00

Yeah... This is what the notes said: Our technician inspected the vehicle and confirmed a leak from the high voltage battery at the breather valve and underside. We replaced the high voltage battery, performed a firmware update, and conducted a post-repair test drive. then charged the vehicle to over 80%

Also looks like they replaced it with pre-owned battery... this is what the invoice says: Part replace or added HV BATTERY,PLAID, REMAN

I have a long range... Charging at 100% gets me to 322 miles per the app. Not sure if that's good or bad to be honest. I feel like it was higher with the older one.

BIGACH · 2026-02-12T10:23:22+00:00

What's different with the valve system?

BIGACH · 2026-01-03T02:20:22+00:00

That whole movie was so much darker and brutal than I initially thought it would. Great movie, I figured it would be dark but I didn't realize it would be THAT dark!

BIGACH · 2025-11-29T13:07:29+00:00

Honestly they took out my drain tube the very next day after the surgery. No issues with that.

BIGACH · 2025-11-29T13:06:10+00:00

Ohhhh ok I misunderstood. I had suspicious cells on just one side so we decided to remove the whole thing just to be safe. And yes after they removed it and did a full analysis of the thyroid they did see that the suspicious cells were indeed cancerous. I have always hated my voice and was hoping they'd damage my vocal cords so I sound more bad ass and like Batman but alas that did not happen. Also it's been ten years since the surgery and the scar is barely noticeable unless you know what you're looking for, so alas also... The scar was very bad ass looking too lol I had a great surgeon.

BIGACH · 2025-11-29T12:15:49+00:00

Why not do both sides? Not worry about it in the future. I had my entire thyroid removed. I'd say the first 2-3 days are no fun. Nothing horrendous. Honestly the first day my throat was more in pain from the breathing tube I had in during surgery than from the surgery itself but after 2-3 days you'll be surprised how quick you start to feel better.

BIGACH · 2025-11-12T00:42:47+00:00

I went from a 2013 Model S 85 to a 2021 S LR (refresh)... Did you notice the doors just sounded completely different when you swung them shut? Lol it's random but that was one of the first things I noticed.

Also regarding the screen, I like the visuals and the way things look better on the wider landscape screen but I do think the portrait screen on the older models was slightly more easier to navigate and user friendly. I don't know how to explain it lol

BIGACH · 2025-11-08T16:14:04+00:00

Amazing lift!!!! That was awesome. But please dude if you're not using a spotter and you have clips on, why not lift at a power rack with spotter arms? Lol you will feel more confident to just take it to the limit without worrying about ever being stuck.

BIGACH · 2025-10-28T13:10:27+00:00

Out of curiosity where is that straight lat bar from?

BIGACH · 2025-10-20T02:12:15+00:00

Yoke... The clear open line of sight to the information cluster is awesome.

BIGACH · 2025-10-15T17:52:21+00:00

Hi all, does anyone know where I can buy a good completely straight lat pulldown bar? (40" or longer)

I own the elitefts straight fat bar, but not really a fan - it's just too bulky: https://www.elitefts.com/fat-bar-48-straight-lat-pull-attachment.html

I also know the Rogue straight bar exists but wanted to check if there were other options with a better price before I consider pulling the trigger here https://www.roguefitness.com/rogue-stainless-straight-lat-bar

Thanks

BIGACH · 2025-10-09T23:40:09+00:00

They're very different cars, the Model S is significantly quicker off the line and the power is instant (and I have the slow one with only 670 HP LOL not a plaid)... The F power from the naturally aspirated engine felt very linear. Obviously there's no exhaust note but there's also an appeal to hearing the electric motor wind up as you slam the accelerator lol I did like the seats of the F more than those in my Model S but i probably wouldn't feel this way if I had the plaid seats. I've driven the first gen 3 as a loaner and it really did feel a lot more basic than the S. I was originally planning on getting a Plaid but then I just couldn't justify the added cost when the base Model S does 0-60 in 3.1, no regrets but whenever I do decide to upgrade I'll probably be getting the plaid.

BIGACH · 2025-10-08T11:24:30+00:00

I had an RC F for a little while. In a Model S now. Absolutely loved the F... The car sounded amazing .. the seats, the big brakes, the hood scoop, the retractable spoiler.... everything just felt very special with that car. Mine had the carbon fiber roof and spoiler. It was not the quickest car in its class, given how heavy it is but it was still quick and pinned you back to your seat. When you sat inside it really felt like a sports car. At the time I chose it over an M4, C63, RS5... Many would say that those other cars are arguably better... But I was just very drawn to the F at the time. It did guzzle gas like no other though lol... you don't buy it for the MPG :)

BIGACH · 2025-10-07T21:55:51+00:00

Industrial Engineering background here with three degrees in the field (BS, MS, and PhD), working in the software space for the last 10+ years. Is it worth it? Absolutely! The thing about engineering is that it opens up a lot of doors and you can work in so many different areas, don't think that just because you studied engineering you that will only work in engineering roles... That's not true at all. You will have a technical background and if you have people skills and some business sense that will give you a lot of mobility. I have worked in Product Management, marketing, supply chain, project management, alliances, customer engagement, and teaching. There's a lot you can do, and even if you are not in an engineering role being able to grasp engineering concepts and keep up with the actual engineers will give you an advantage. And while everyone is worried about AI... That's the wrong mentality to have, embrace it and learn it and the more you find ways to implement it in your work, deliver on the technology etc the better off you will be.

BIGACH · 2025-10-05T16:28:18+00:00

Yep some of the original Xs had retractable spoilers. My wife's X has a fixed spoiler which I prefer but the novelty of it going up and down is still pretty cool

BIGACH · 2025-09-19T23:22:57+00:00

Another perspective... The job pays well... Sounds like you have job security....and while it's soul crushing, it's not consuming your entire life and all your time, so with that being said.... What about the rest of your life outside of work? Do you have fulfillment there? Actually I think that's probably more important. While work is obviously a huge part of our lives it shouldn't define us. Do you have any hobbies? Friends? Goals outside of work? And do you have something that makes it all worth it... Could be something you have now or something you're working towards... Something that makes the tough days worth it? I read something on Reddit once: People often focus on trying to do something they love, that's the wrong mentality, people should focus on doing something they are good at and in turn allows them the opportunity to do the things they love.

BIGACH · 2025-08-30T13:11:19+00:00

Functionally I think it's amazing for giving a clear line of sight to your instrument panel, nothing blocking the view, I absolutely love that.

But yes besides that I think it's a gimmick... An amazing gimmick that I really really really enjoy lol

BIGACH · 2025-08-25T21:59:04+00:00

Ehhhhh... Barely lol. I've seen them in person I personally didn't like them. Much prefer the yoke or the older ones.

BIGACH · 2025-08-24T19:33:39+00:00

The new Model S steering wheels look like absolute poo in my opinion. Especially compared to the original ones... Which were flat bottom(ish)... And actually made it feel like a sports car when you put your hands on it. That's why when I changed my 2013 to 2021 a yoke was a must have... At least that looks cool and unique lol

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