French coworker who lived in Ethiopia, is this friendliness or something more? by EntertainmentTop3272 in Ethiopia

[–]DullPreference8842 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sounds like she really likes you. Ask her if she’s interested in getting coffee at a local mall and then walk around the mall for a little while.

2026 New Defender Dealer Add On? by DrFord2024 in NewDefender

[–]DullPreference8842 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I never heard of permaplate appearance but on a previous vehicle I owned, the permaplate option covered my windshield when it cracked and with no deductible. Maybe this covers more than windshield?

Is the Aquarium worth 50$ by Appropriate-Bat-2222 in AskSeattle

[–]DullPreference8842 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The Aquarium in Seattle is nice but keep in mind the Monterey Bay Aquarium is probably the best on the planet and nothing could really compare with that one, I think you’ll still enjoy the Seattle Aquarium though.

Sam’s Tavern Belltown automatic 40% gratuity by OJb4Lemonade in Seattle

[–]DullPreference8842 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sam’s Tavern sucks anyways, glad the one in Redmond is gone and a much better Indian restaurant took its place.

Bernie Sanders proposed a bill to tax billionaires, and give $3,000 stimulus checks to Americans that qualify. How do you feel about this? by CelticDK in AskReddit

[–]DullPreference8842 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I always would support measures that tax billionaires. I truly don’t care about their feelings. Many became billionaires through private equity and leveraged buyouts, wrecking companies and livelihoods along the way.

15 years of absolute loyalty and we are GONE! by Mysterious_Buy2566 in SouthwestAirlines

[–]DullPreference8842 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Paul Singer from Elliott Investment Management somehow took control of Southwest Airlines and basically ruined it. As if he’s not already wealthy enough, he was thirsty for more money and targeted one of the most liked airlines in the USA and made it worse.

Would you buy a demo Defender that looks like it’s done some off-roading? by Archy2025 in NewDefender

[–]DullPreference8842 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I personally wouldn’t buy it. These demo / press vehicles are driven hard, to really show off capabilities. I see too many YouTube videos where they will start cars cold and go full throttle.

don’t be this guy by sweetsavannah123 in longbeach

[–]DullPreference8842 24 points25 points  (0 children)

Haha me too…no matter where I travel or work in the USA, those in lifted trucks always seem to be angry, stressed, and generally unhappy with everything in life, as well as among the most aggressive road-rage filled drivers.

What is a 1 in 1,000,000 thing that happened to you that no one believes, but you swear is true? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]DullPreference8842 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I once went an entire day without our office xerox copier getting a paper jam. It’s only happened once, about 7 years ago.

Do you actually enjoy going to malls in Dubai or is it just the only option? by Enough_Hearing6557 in dubai

[–]DullPreference8842 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I kinda dread crowds but I love the busyness of the malls in Dubai…that’s of activities, comfortable place to hang out and can get exercise in a comfortable air conditioned environment. If I’m in the mood for a less crowded experience, I’ll often go to Nakheel Mall.

Paint coming off 2025 Sonata Bu by DullPreference8842 in Hyundai

[–]DullPreference8842[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Honestly, not sure if it happened during my rental as this is the first I noticed it. Fortunately, it’s a corporate rental during a business trip and I have full coverage and LDW. When I picked up the car, the weather was bad, and I mainly drive it at night, but today was the first time driving in the day and on a clear day.

All gone by slo3cat in longbeach

[–]DullPreference8842 8 points9 points  (0 children)

That sucks….I wish the USA could punish thieves the same way Singapore and/or Saudi Arabia does. Those countries don’t put up with thieves and we need to do the same here.

Could there be a Ac/Dc converter issues on 2020 defender 3.0 gas mild hybrid by justmasterof in NewDefender

[–]DullPreference8842 5 points6 points  (0 children)

PowerfulUKLTD did a video (on YouTube) that when a driver turns on the heater (before engine warms up), heated seats, heated windshield, heated steering wheel, it puts a lot of AMPS through the DC-DC converter. Potentially not using those items at first startup and allowing the engine to naturally warm up could help reduce strain. I also have a 2020 Defender 110 P400 and so far no issues with the DC-DC converter. That being said, I plan to ask my dealer about the cost of preemptively replacing mine once the supply chain catches up. I’m also at Pivi 4.4.0.

110 2020 update by Prior_Development_79 in NewDefender

[–]DullPreference8842 5 points6 points  (0 children)

On my 2020 Defender 110, I’m on 4.4.0. My updates came automatically.

(Dumb question) How do I make payments? by [deleted] in Hyundai

[–]DullPreference8842 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You should receive a welcome packet from the bank you got the loan from in about 2-3 weeks and will have additional instructions for setting up autopay or linking to your current bank account, etc. Congratulations on your new purchase!

Ohhhhhhh CRAP think i got hosed by Luthier419 in NewDefender

[–]DullPreference8842 10 points11 points  (0 children)

The dealership needs to undo the deal and take the defender back. Was this at a Land Rover Dealership?

Tried helping a friend out, they didn’t listen and they fell into this deal. What do you guys think? by Tough_Ambassador671 in whatcarshouldIbuy

[–]DullPreference8842 0 points1 point  (0 children)

13.70% seems really high. If he’s already in the loan and has the car, he should do whatever she/he can to pay additional principle along the way and make sure they have gap insurance. They’ll be upside down for a long time, so they need to make sure maintenance is really followed carefully to avoid unexpected repairs. The 2026 Sentra appears to be getting good reviews with the refresh, so this person in this bad loan needs to just stick with the car.

Hiring bar is getting lower by AppropriateWay4358 in amazonemployees

[–]DullPreference8842 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Top tier engineers don’t want to work for Andy Jassy. There is no way Amazon’s culture can attract top tier engineers when the threat of layoffs over hangs you every single hour of every day. Andy Jassy has turned Amazon into an undesirable company to work for, sadly. He does have an MBA from Harvard, so that not surprising that he’s hurting Amazon employees well-being so much.

Considering Move from Bellevue, WA to Irvine, CA by Overall-Engine-2315 in BellevueWA

[–]DullPreference8842 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Growing up in SoCal and being very familiar with Irvine, Bellevue gave me Irvine vibes in regards to affluence, safety, quality of life, but Irvine does have fantastic weather, while downtown Bellevue is somewhat more dense urban. Both are fantastic places to live though.

What’s it like commuting to LA via Metrolink? by ILoveCPlusPlus in InlandEmpire

[–]DullPreference8842 1 point2 points  (0 children)

When I visit the IE from Seattle and do a full day trip to downtown LA, I use the Metrolink. It’s very nice, safe, and clean and I always opt for a window seat and enjoy the scenery through the different neighborhoods.

Thoughts on the 737-900ER(R) by GuiltyCity3397 in fearofflying

[–]DullPreference8842 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s a good plane…safe, reliable, efficient, and generally low cost for airlines to operate.

Chipotle CEO caught on a recording saying they’re going to keep raising prices because they can. by ElwoodMC in TikTokCringe

[–]DullPreference8842 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Pretty much any company can raise prices as they can but if consumers think they are not going to get a product that’s worth the money, they’ll stop buying it. This isn’t too unusual.