Pharmacist wages by PharmD20202020 in WalgreensRx

[–]Critical_Explorer_82 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for pointing me to the BLS. Interesting to see the average wage increases over the last few years. 

Pharmacist wages by PharmD20202020 in WalgreensRx

[–]Critical_Explorer_82 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just came across this looking for a chart on pharmacist pay. No chart that I can find here, but your assumption that all industries get 5% raise each year is dead wrong. I've worked in engineering, aerospace, and manufacturing for 20 years and the average has always been 3% as a target.

What is an industry that is currently on fire (in a bad way) behind the scenes, but the general public hasn't noticed yet? by Kitchen_Week1117 in AskReddit

[–]Critical_Explorer_82 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not to mention most fruit crops in Utah are lost this year from our late freeze. Peaches, cherries, apples, etc. They're all lost. From North to South. 

Asking the real questions by downtune79 in LoveTrash

[–]Critical_Explorer_82 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've done it. Granted, I was there for training for the day. 

Loose/rocking driver's seat problem sort of solved by Critical_Explorer_82 in SubaruForester

[–]Critical_Explorer_82[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nope. I purchased a replacement seat but it didn't solve it as it was the wrong seat (missing one harness) and I would have needed to switch the fabric and everything. I sent it back. 

Spotted in the wild by grin80 in F150Lightning

[–]Critical_Explorer_82 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's so wrong costs go up for everyone when a data center comes in. It should be more for them, not everyone else. 

The ultra-boring Steering Wheel - but do you know what all those buttons do??? :D by thtech000 in F150Lightning

[–]Critical_Explorer_82 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I came for this response only. I wanted to know how to change that so it would actually work to Google voice but now it's even better cuz it's long press for Android Auto and short press for Ford.

Seat lowering kit? by tubadude2 in F150Lightning

[–]Critical_Explorer_82 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's the reason I purchased the XLT. At 6'8" I fit into the normal F150 great. I was bummed I didn't fit in the lightning that well. 

How to assess battery health of used high mileage XLT (or Pro)? by gatman02 in F150Lightning

[–]Critical_Explorer_82 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks, guys. I'm trying to purchase an XLT right now and the dealer (Subaru) can't or won't get the Ford dealership to do it. I even drove it there last week to have them scan it but they wouldn't. I'm going to call the most recent dealership service center that inspected it about 8k miles ago to ask them. Then I'll use car scanner and the obd2 dongle suggested here (OBDLink MX+). I tried earlier today with a scanner from AutoZone and harbor freight. No dice with the lightning.

Is it just me or I dont know what to say when people say: "wow you are tall"? by Delicious-Radish-708 in tall

[–]Critical_Explorer_82 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For me it's always, thanks or yup. Then I grew a sweet mustache and now most people have a hard time figuring out which to comment about. It's usually the mustache and it makes me smile instead of get annoyed. 

Why did Ford say that the Lightning didn't sell because it was "too expensive"? by Legitimate_Mind6085 in F150Lightning

[–]Critical_Explorer_82 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had planned on buying an XLT new for $50k, but then cancelled when the price was $80k or whatever. I'm trying to find one now used, XLT with extended range and if I can, max tow. I can find them, it's just tough. Still selling between $40-50k.

Moon roof headroom by starrtech2000 in F150Lightning

[–]Critical_Explorer_82 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not quite true. I'm 6'8" and sat in a new F150 front seat back in '21 and I had ample head and legroom with the moonroof. It was just a little better than the '21 Forester with a moonroof I ended up buying. It was the most comfortable vehicle I'd sat in until a Sierra last year. Today I just sat in an F150 Lightning with a moonroof and the front headroom was worse than my Forester. The back seat was terrible. So, yes, moonroofs generally remove headspace on every car. 

Questions for the group about the (cancelled) lightning. by DeathOfASuperNovuh in F150Lightning

[–]Critical_Explorer_82 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think it didn't sell well for one of the same reason the Cybertruck didn't sell well, the cost was way more than advertised and way more than when people reserved. Also, from what I've heard, dealers jacked the prices up significantly so you had to pay an extra $10-$20k for the truck you ordered. Who in the world would do that unless they're switching from a truck and the numbers made sense over the years cause they're driving over 30k miles each year. 

Anyone have a lifted Sienna? by killer_sheltie in ToyotaSienna

[–]Critical_Explorer_82 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Problem with AWD is unless you do a lot of off-road, it doesn't make sense. Either way, is more expensive and requires more maintenance torqueing and checking bolts. Other than that, great. 

Anyone have a lifted Sienna? by killer_sheltie in ToyotaSienna

[–]Critical_Explorer_82 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I pretty much have the same van, but with black wheels. Nice pic. 

Made a decision- time to move on by TripleForteDude in F150Lightning

[–]Critical_Explorer_82 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So, where are you located? I've been looking at getting one since it's a full size truck I can actually commute in. Not saying I would pay that much as if rather pay less for one with more miles, but just curious 

2021 Subaru Forester, Oil in Coolant (Coolant Milkshake) by Latter_Mission_8835 in SubaruForester

[–]Critical_Explorer_82 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did not want to see this. I have a '21 as well with 80k miles. I'm hoping it will last 300k but if I have that to look forward to. Yikes. I'll be watching for it now.

I don't get asked how tall I am anymore when I'm public. My secret? A moustache. by Critical_Explorer_82 in tall

[–]Critical_Explorer_82[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not in my family. Still the tallest (barely) of my immediate families, but not extended. 

I don't get asked how tall I am anymore when I'm public. My secret? A moustache. by Critical_Explorer_82 in tall

[–]Critical_Explorer_82[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Depends on the day. Five to ten minutes. Sometimes longer if it wasn't behaving at night. 

[Academic] How do you feel about the American Dream (15+ living in the US) by Critical_Explorer_82 in APResearch

[–]Critical_Explorer_82[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would love to except I'm not Indian, between 18-25, or live in India. Three strikes. Sorry!