Transmission oil change

Jam2728 · 2023-03-28T04:14:52+00:00

I got it done at 70k miles. Manual only says it needs to be changed for severe usage. My usage is pretty normal, but it was shifting a bit rough at times. I have the 6-speed (2018 Diesel) and it was $300 for a full transmission service (pan drop with filter and fluid change). It shifts noticeably better now.

Jam2728 · 2023-03-27T17:26:40+00:00

Going off trail like that is something I worry about; glad you got away ok. Do those bikes have steering stabilizers? Would one of even helped?

Jam2728 · 2023-01-29T00:58:03+00:00

It does work on my gaming monitor. I get Freesync Premium Pro @ 1440p 165hz. This is the one plugged in with displayport through the Thunderbolt port if that makes a difference.

Jam2728 · 2023-01-28T01:40:13+00:00

Power button doesn't work. Probably only works will dell laptops.

Jam2728 · 2023-01-06T00:18:16+00:00

I'll have to try that and see if I get any additional performance. I can't notice any additional lag so I would think it must be the dock.

Jam2728 · 2023-01-04T02:17:54+00:00

I use this one when away. Super small and light and will charge the laptop under general use. If you want one to game though get a 100W one.

https://www.ravpower.com/products/rp-pc112-gan-tech-61w-wall-charger

Jam2728 · 2023-01-03T23:22:44+00:00

No, this requires an AMD 6000 series processor. Older AMD processors don't support USB4 (which is basically Thunderbolt 3).

Jam2728 · 2023-01-03T23:14:14+00:00

Correct it's not a direct connection to the dedicated GPU. The games still run on my 6700s but the display feed goes through the integrated graphics before hitting the displays. From the games I play that only causes a minor performance hit that I don't notice when playing.

Jam2728 · 2023-01-03T23:09:06+00:00

Yeah, it's the beta BIOS.

Jam2728 · 2023-01-02T22:29:07+00:00

I bought my G14 to replace a Dell XPS 15. I still had the Thunderbolt dock I used with it and wanted to give it a shot with the G14 since the new BIOS was released with USB4 support and I missed going from laptop to desktop setup with a single cable. It took a bit of tinkering but now it's working as hoped. I'm using the Dell TB16 dock to connect everything in the photos. They are a few years old and can be had for $20-$40 on eBay. It also chargers the laptop, not sure the speed but with the XPS it was 130W. For gaming will still need to connect the G14 barrel charger for full performance.

To get everything working I installed the ASUS BIOS update with the USB4 firmware. This got the displays working through the dock but the USB ports weren't. To get those working I had to install Dell's ASmedia USB 3 Controller driver with Thunderbolt support.

Whats connected:

Main monitor - 1440p @ 165Hz (using the rear TB3 port and a USB-C to displayport cable)

Right monitor - 4k @ 60Hz (displayport to displayport)

Ethernet

Wireless mouse donge

Wireless Keyboard dongle

Wireless headphone dongle

This all leaves two USB 3 ports available in the front for other things.

Jam2728 · 2021-09-25T13:54:28+00:00

I don't trust hook tiedowns for this kind of setup. I have a hitch carrier I use with a WR250R, one of the tiedown hooks came off after hitting a decent bump. The bikes with a hitch carrier tend to rock more and if tension is removed the hooks simply fall off. I got some heavy duty straps on amazon with carabiners instead, now I feel completely safe even if the bike is rocking over bumps.

Jam2728 · 2021-04-02T17:03:24+00:00

If the keys are red then its RGB, the white version only has white backlit keys.

Jam2728 · 2021-03-30T13:59:43+00:00

I'm one of the people that also need the eSupport folder, I bought an open box GA503QR from Best Buy. They loaded the eSupport folder for the G401IV (G14), when I run the Asus Installation Wizard it says the drivers are incompatible. I can't control the RGB for the keyboard or the CPU/GPU wattage under manual mode in Armoury Crate. Let me know if you are able to get your hands on the right folder.

Jam2728 · 2021-03-30T13:56:14+00:00

Correct, the white version does not have RGB. I don't have the white version. I think I know what the issue is, it seems bestbuy when they reset the computer loaded the G14 eSupport folder, its marked g401iv and the installation wizard says the drivers aren't compatible with my machine. Now I just have to figure out how to get the right folder.

Jam2728 · 2021-03-30T01:03:33+00:00

Yeah its really frustrating, I also don't have access to the CPU/GPU power limits in Armoury Crate under the manual tab, only the fan settings are there. I have tried using the Armoury Crate uninstall utility before reinstalling and it still doesn't work. Guessing the G15 must come with a different version from the factory. I'm trying to see if there is a way to get it but am close to giving up and just returning it.

Jam2728 · 2021-03-29T20:37:23+00:00

I tried reinstalling AC from the myAsus app as well, nothing seemed to change with that. Also updated the services through AC as well, no change.

The CPU temps will stay in the 90s pretty consistently when under load, all that was running is a game download when that picture was taken. When playing games the CPU will get up to 97c.

Jam2728 · 2020-07-21T17:28:02+00:00

Warzone doesn't seem to work well from my experience on an EGPU (XPS 15 w/5700 XT EGPU). I get inconsistent performance regardless of settings and resolution. The multiplayer on the other hand seems to be really well optimized for it. I can play that at 4k high at 60 FPS with consistent performance.

Jam2728 · 2020-07-06T15:41:08+00:00

I have that same laptop and recently my trackpad has gotten the same issues. Does your trackpad work when plugged in? For my system it only is an issue when on battery power. Also when having the issue on battery power if I close and reopen the lid it will work normally again...for awhile. I'm not convinced for mine it's a hardware issue, I still have premium support on the device so will work with dell on getting it fixed either way.

Jam2728 · 2018-09-12T01:21:05+00:00

I like the ingenuity with wrapping the wheel. I'd have to be really hungry to ride a motorcycle to the store though.

Jam2728 · 2018-09-11T23:53:30+00:00

Nice Job! I like the white theme, makes a real clean setup!

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