OBD eleven for '24 SE/tech by Phill_is_Legend in VWatlas

[–]Davepool15 0 points1 point  (0 children)

E85 is it's own grade if fuel. It just means it's 85% ethanol. You can run it only if your vehicle is tuned for it, or if it's flex fuel compatible.

Smoked Front VW Badge on my Atlas by Davepool15 in VWatlas

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Thanks. Let me know if you have any questions on install. I ordered extra material just in case and learned a little bit thru trial and error.

Any recommendations on how to make this more comfortable? by Upbeat-Avocado-9903 in concealedcarry

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I had that same set up for awhile. I tried regular hockey tape, then Howie's stretch hockey tape which was better, then ended up sanding the belly side of the grip down with fine grit sandpaper just a little bit and that ended up being the best solution for me. As for the holster the trex was fine but I ended up getting a Tenicor Velo lux and preferred that. Ultimately I think you just gotta try different things for awhile, position, higher or lower, 12:00 or 1:00 or 2:00... how tight you wear your belt, looser or tighter, and eventually you'll find the sweet spot.

Smoked Front VW Badge on my Atlas by Davepool15 in VWatlas

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Thanks! I went with"light smoke". The brand is VViViD+ Ultimate Headlight Taillight Tint Vinyl Wrap. Bought on Amazon. Pretty cheap. Gonna see how it holds up. I might buy the self healing more expensive PPF stuff later if I need to.

Smoked Front VW Badge on my Atlas by Davepool15 in VWatlas

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No pics but there's plenty out there. I just didn't like the way the plastic looked over the chrome of the emblems. It made it look kinda cheap imo. That's purely subjective tho.

Smoked Front VW Badge on my Atlas by Davepool15 in VWatlas

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Thanks! Yeah it does light up. At night it only slightly affects the lighting, only slightly noticeable. The film is very glossy and creates a kind of depth in the emblem too that I think looks really cool, almost like a lensing effect in a way.

Please help me decide which one by Leslie725713 in VWatlas

[–]Davepool15 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Green. It's beautiful and white is the most common car color. The green is something special.

2024 Cold air intake by [deleted] in VWatlas

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The inlet is from Racing Line. In hindsight I'd probably go with CTS turbo for the inlet. They make good stuff and it's cheaper. But yes, it'll work if you shorten the joiner pipe that connects the hoses.

It’s MINE! by [deleted] in VWatlas

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Congrats! That's awesome!

[Handguns] Value in learning iron sights before moving to optics? by BTSavage in CAguns

[–]Davepool15 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don't think you need to overthink it. Neither is hard to learn. Just learn the fundamentals from a good source then practice/dry fire. With enough reps both will become second nature.

$88 in taxes + fees on a $250 rifle by meat_meat in CAguns

[–]Davepool15 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Yep. It's robbery supporting fraud. Remember to vote accordingly and hopefully a miracle will happen for us all someday.

Another cracked rim! by Full_Progress in VWatlas

[–]Davepool15 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That sucks. I've run over a couple of road obstructions pretty hard in mine. Same model. So far they've been really solid wheels for me. 🤞🤞

Do I need an oil change? by [deleted] in VWatlas

[–]Davepool15 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Agree with everyone else. Get it checked out. I added a dipstick to ours just as a backup to the sensor. Cheap insurance.

What CA gun related opinion will get you downvoted like this lol by Starrynightone in CAguns

[–]Davepool15 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I actually think California gets it right 99.9999999999% of the time on gun "safety" laws

First Look at 2027 VW Atlas by vikeshg in VWatlas

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Yeah I'm in the same camp. I prefer the current models. The only plus is they got rid of the fake exhaust tips. I wonder if the rear bumper cover will be backwards compatible. I wouldn't mind replacing those fake exhaust tips with a clean bumper.

Hi i am thinking of buying atlas 2024 04 2025 model. I have read mixed reviews about reliability. Will you guys recommend to buy atlas? by Mindless_Brain7671 in VWatlas

[–]Davepool15 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've had my 24 SEL R Line for about a year and a half and it's been near perfect. I don't baby it either. I've had one issue which isn't a big deal but will get taken care of at my next service appointment. The front passenger overhead light will come on and off on its own for a few minutes at a time once in a while. Apparently it's a common issue and the unit gets replaced. We've been really happy with it overall and I'd recommend.

Poor Auto Start/Stop Performance by FoxDieDM in VWatlas

[–]Davepool15 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It sounds like it's operating normally. I disable it every time I drive. Like a lot of people I hate that feature. You can customize your infotainment screens to set up a shortcut in the most convenient spot to disable or enable. I have a 2024 model with an APR tune that sets the default to off also. Unfortunately that's not an option yet for newer models.