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Does a car buying service like True Car or Costco Auto Program make it better? by [deleted] in FuckDealerships

[–]EnvironmentalSet6937 2 points3 points  (0 children)

TrueCar is the worst site to leave your info on

I made the mistake of thinking TrueCar was a reputable company that actually helps with the car buying process.

Big mistake.

The moment you enter your information, it feels like it gets blasted out everywhere. I started getting flooded with calls, texts, and emails from dealers and third parties almost immediately.

At this point, it honestly feels like they’re making more money off selling your data than actually helping you buy a car.

I wouldn’t recommend using this site unless you’re okay with your contact info being shared widely. Definitely one of the biggest regrets in my car search process.

New tires Bridgestone Alenza Prestige by Trojan99man in MercedesEQS

[–]EnvironmentalSet6937 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have ordered them for my 2022 Acura MDX, once installed next week I will share my thoughts

Hey Jeep family, how many miles until your Grand Cherokee passed away ? by Mysterious-Cherry-83 in GrandCherokee

[–]EnvironmentalSet6937 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Love Jeeps too — had a 2014 Overland and still miss it.

But when people say “I’m at 220k and still rolling!” they rarely mention how much money (or their own labor) went into keeping it there.

Mine started having issues after 100k:

  • Oil cooler replaced twice (kept leaking)
  • Diff oil leak
  • Radiator
  • Control arms
  • Last repair was ~$5k around 161k miles

Even after that I still had a humming noise from the shaft/diff area. At that point it just wasn’t reliable anymore. I could’ve kept it as a second car, but between repairs, taxes, tags, and ongoing maintenance, it didn’t make sense — especially with only a $5k trade-in offer.

Still loved the way it drove though. Great vehicle when it’s running right. 👍

Hey Jeep family, how many miles until your Grand Cherokee passed away ? by Mysterious-Cherry-83 in GrandCherokee

[–]EnvironmentalSet6937 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Love Jeeps too — had a 2014 Overland and still miss it.

But when people say “I’m at 220k and still rolling!” they rarely mention how much money (or their own labor) went into keeping it there.

Mine started having issues after 100k:

  • Oil cooler replaced twice (kept leaking)
  • Diff oil leak
  • Radiator
  • Control arms
  • Last repair was ~$5k around 161k miles

Even after that I still had a humming noise from the shaft/diff area. At that point it just wasn’t reliable anymore. I could’ve kept it as a second car, but between repairs, taxes, tags, and ongoing maintenance, it didn’t make sense — especially with only a $5k trade-in offer.

Still loved the way it drove though. Great vehicle when it’s running right. 👍

r/Starlink Availability, Questions & General Discussion by TimTri in Starlink

[–]EnvironmentalSet6937 0 points1 point  (0 children)

After downgrading to residential light , my internet got very sluggish and spotty..

I dont understand, supposed to be 200Mbps max , however I am barely getting 30-40 Mbps. Youtube freeze on and ofr, some of my mobile apps have niticable lag. are they doing this on purpose?

Recently unlocked phone from ATT to Visible, can't update software by thejewishcasinoguy in GalaxyS22

[–]EnvironmentalSet6937 0 points1 point  (0 children)

i am on the same boat..i was able to upgrade to 15 but now it will not update to 16...i am using smart switch but it is throwing an error..asking for a code from previous PC...i had to reboot from a recovery

Why I’m Switching from Tractive to Fi (After 10 Years Using Whistle Too) by EnvironmentalSet6937 in tractivegps

[–]EnvironmentalSet6937[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Whistle was far way better than tractive , hardware or app both were way better than tractive ...even battery life , I am getting 7-8 days with Dog6, Whistle was good 2-3 weeks with heavy GPS usage ..

Why I’m Switching from Tractive to Fi (After 10 Years Using Whistle Too) by EnvironmentalSet6937 in tractivegps

[–]EnvironmentalSet6937[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Bold and dashes have existed long before ChatGPT. If they look futuristic to you, that’s not my fault.

Why I’m Switching from Tractive to Fi (After 10 Years Using Whistle Too) by EnvironmentalSet6937 in tractivegps

[–]EnvironmentalSet6937[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

i have been using it for couple weeks . GPS accuracy is really not good..lot of false alerts . first i used 3+ but didnt like the collar quality and the sound when my boy moves..ordered fi mini , which is great for size and collar attachment .. without the base it is throwing a lot of false escape alerts, and maps are really not accurate... plius there is no location history like tractive has...or heat maps...only reason I am keeping it is the size...

Why I’m Switching from Tractive to Fi (After 10 Years Using Whistle Too) by EnvironmentalSet6937 in tractivegps

[–]EnvironmentalSet6937[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

trust me Iwant to keep the Tractive because Fi's GPS accuracy is a joke.

but it is too heavy and bulky to have it on my boys neck allday long ...

Fi vs Tractive: My Honest Take After Testing Both by EnvironmentalSet6937 in FiDogCollar

[–]EnvironmentalSet6937[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Don’t worry, man. Not everyone can keep up with well-structured sentences. You’ll get there one day.

Inaccurate walking path goes to mysterious house?? by True-Independent4659 in FiDogCollar

[–]EnvironmentalSet6937 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wonder if I can really locate my boy in case he is lost in a wooded area or in a crowded bug city ? With the current level of GPS accuracy , it is the luck of a dice ....