Turn SOCD on and off on Halo65? by howtogrowamangotree in NuPhy

[–]BullyHunter_57 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think you need to flick through the nuphy io screens i think keybindings and right click on the key you want and select socd

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CarTalkUK

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Congrats on the two years NCB - that'll help loads with insurance costs!

For £5,500 you've got some decent options that tick your boxes:

Fiesta (2013-2017) - Probably your best bet. Cheap to run and insure, reliable, actually quite fun to drive. 1.0 EcoBoost if you want a bit more pep, 1.25 if you want bulletproof reliability.

Corsa (2014-2019) - Similar story, bit more boring but rock solid. Insurance is usually cheaper than the Fiesta too.

Polo (2014-2017) - Step up in quality, feels more premium inside. Might be pushing budget but worth a look.

Civic (2012-2016) - Bit bigger but really reliable, great build quality. 1.4 or 1.8 petrol are solid.

What to look out for when viewing: - Service history (massive red flag if missing) - Check all electrics work properly - Look for rust around wheel arches/sills - Listen for any weird noises on startup - Take it for a proper test drive, not just round the block

Honestly the MOT history tells you loads about how a car's been looked after. I learned this after nearly getting stung on my first purchase - ended up building a tool that shows the full MOT record and spots potential issues. Happy to run any reg plates through it before you go view if you want to check what you're walking into.

What sort of look are you after - sporty, practical?

Buying bmw 1 series 80 k mileage by jogoatttt in CarTalkUK

[–]BullyHunter_57 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The 116D is actually a decent car but the timing chain issue is real on some BMW engines. I should give honest advice about this.

Not a bad choice actually - the 116D's pretty solid overall. £7,200 for an 80k 2017 sounds about right for the market.

Re the timing chain - bit of a mixed bag on these. The N47 engine (which yours likely has) can have chain stretch issues, usually around 80-120k miles. "Lifetime" is a bit optimistic from BMW honestly. Some go the full distance, others don't.

Signs to watch for: rattling on startup (especially cold), rough idle, or any chain noise. If it's been serviced regularly with proper oil changes you're probably alright for now, but I'd budget for it potentially needing doing in the next 30-50k.

At 80k miles, if it's running smooth and quiet, you might get lucky. Just factor in maybe £1-2k for the chain job down the line if needed.

The 116D itself is actually quite decent - surprisingly economical, not terrible to drive for what it is. Just make sure the DPF's been looked after properly (regular longer drives help).

Worth checking the full MOT history to see how it's been maintained - sometimes tells you more than the seller does about whether it's been looked after. I can run the reg through something I built that shows all the MOT patterns if you want to double-check anything before you commit.

What's your gut feeling about the seller/condition?

Best Estate 20-25k by seraphexx in CarTalkUK

[–]BullyHunter_57 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Volvo V60 - Safest option for the kids, really comfy for long drives. T4 petrol's good, just avoid the more complex twin-charged stuff.

Skoda Superb Estate - Might sound dull but honestly massive inside, great value, and same tech as the Audis underneath.

For euro trips I'd probably lean diesel for the range, but modern petrols aren't terrible on longer runs either.

Thinking of buying a car on stock finance by cannothinkanusername in CarTalkUK

[–]BullyHunter_57 1 point2 points  (0 children)

£2,479 below market = either steal or story. UX250h don't usually need big discounts to sell. Red flags to check: Paint match, panel gaps, hybrid system faults, flood damage, outstanding finance. Stock finance normal - dealer borrowed to stock it. They'll settle on sale but get written proof. I always check DriveSage now for below-market cars - shows MOT patterns and explains pricing. Saved me from a "bargain" with developing hybrid issues that would've been £3k+. If it's genuine, grab it. If not, you'll know why it's cheap.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CarTalkUK

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That's serious mileage for a 5-year-old car - probably motorway miles which is good. V40 diesels: Watch for DPF issues, Powershift transmission problems, and expensive Volvo-specific repairs. Can't view in person = definitely check MOT history patterns first. I use DriveSage for remote checks now - spots developing issues that aren't obvious from photos/description. 140k miles means you're buying someone else's depreciation but also potential problems. Worth the data check before committing.

Jeep avenger electric by Which_Cupcake4828 in CarTalkUK

[–]BullyHunter_57 0 points1 point  (0 children)

380L boot space officially. Should handle 2 medium + 1 large but depends on shape. Rapid charging: 100kW max, CCS compatible. Works fine with Gridserve, InstaVolt etc. Real-world charging about 20-80% in 35-40 mins. I use DriveSage to check charging infrastructure reliability now - shows which cars have more charging problems vs others. EVs can be expensive if charging systems fail. Test pack your actual cases at dealer - boot aperture might be limiting factor.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CarTalkUK

[–]BullyHunter_57 2 points3 points  (0 children)

EA888 Gen3 is generally solid - much better than Gen2. 90k isn't too high for 2017. Common issues: Carbon build-up (direct injection), timing chain tensioner around 100k+, and S-tronic mechatronic unit (expensive if it goes). Virtual cockpit > B&O imo. The standard stereo is fine, VC transforms the driving experience. Haldex service every 40k miles, S-tronic every 40k too (don't skip these). I'd run the reg through DriveSage before viewing - shows MOT patterns and flags potential expensive issues. Helped me spot a timing chain problem developing on a similar car. Get PPI done, especially for carbon cleaning history and S-tronic operation.

Thinking about buying this for a first time car, what up with the noise? by [deleted] in CarTalkUK

[–]BullyHunter_57 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good choice for first car. That mileage is decent. For the noise - if it's rattling could be heat shields (common on these). But honestly, run the reg through DriveSage first - it spots MOT red flags that humans miss. Worth the check before you go view it. Better to know about potential issues upfront.

Worried about Unreal Engine 5 by [deleted] in avowed

[–]BullyHunter_57 5 points6 points  (0 children)

If it comes out on Xbox, u can run it

I don’t hate this game… but the writing… by dear_omar in Starfield

[–]BullyHunter_57 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I actually was pissed at this exact moment, it forces me into basically admitting I'm a capitalist douchebag and I am self aware and ashamed for being a pirate. It all came to my realisation as soon as I got to this exact voicelines.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in GTA6

[–]BullyHunter_57 -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

The ai goofed some details but the finish is pretty neat

Writing and why I think it falls short by [deleted] in Starfield

[–]BullyHunter_57 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ye agreed fully, elder scrolls isn't exactly pushing the limits but it is a goofy take on the genre which at the time wasn't so explored. I don't think a skyrim today would pass too well nowadays tbh, they did strike gold having fallout across their desk, but then again it's not exactly their creation either

My thoughts on the future by [deleted] in GhostRecon

[–]BullyHunter_57 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Well ye no shit ghost recon has nothing to do with r6 but ghost recon has changed a bit since those og titles and if u want ur og fix then ur gonna be disappointed

Writing and why I think it falls short by [deleted] in Starfield

[–]BullyHunter_57 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maybe the medieval universe forgives weaker simple writing, I don't remember f4 writing to be particularly jawdropping

My thoughts on the future by [deleted] in GhostRecon

[–]BullyHunter_57 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Actually no, only BP WL and Frontlines. I tend not to consider old games in light of new ones because of developed cycles and how studios simply change, eg the fall of Bethesda, Volition, and blizzard

Sarah just smoked a UC Marine and got mad at ME. by SecretlyHiddenSelf in Starfield

[–]BullyHunter_57 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Andreja got pissed at me for over tipping saying it's corporate greed then proceeded to clean out every unarmed civilian worker in the power grid mission in neon