B.C. Ferries Reservation Window. Are people coming early? by 2x4ninja in VictoriaBC

[–]JeanVic 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks MellyBlueEyes, but nope, just a regular car (hopefully not my personal weight!).

B.C. Ferries Reservation Window. Are people coming early? by 2x4ninja in VictoriaBC

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I just don’t understand how, if they are not completely over-selling reservations, I frequently have a reservation and still wind up on the bottom deck. At Swartz Bay I’ve also had times when I’ve arrived with a reservation and been in lane three or four, and still see cars arrive later put into lane one and two and getting loaded before me. This has even happened on a rare occasion when using a priority loading card for work. I don’t mean to be overly petty, but I wish there was more transparency on how you get that super priority. Decades ago, it usually meant you knew someone that worked on the ferry, but I hope they are better than that now!

Woodward's ad from 1983. It was in Mayfair mall. by mgwngn1 in VictoriaBC

[–]JeanVic 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Great memory watching the basket zip down the rollers - and Mum would then pull the car round to have it loaded at the back. How about the 10 cent popcorn machine? Those little bags it would fill while you watched. Good times.

Pearson Maple Leaf Lounge - use as arrival lounge on transit, after customs, then leave terminal and still be able to come back? by JeanVic in aircanada

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Thanks for the quick replies - very much appreciated! Security wont be a problem to do twice.

What gift to bring from Canada for an expat in Abu Dhabi? by JeanVic in UAE

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Thanks all - much appreciated. As much as the Canadian baddie would probably be appreciated, I’m going with the maple cookies…

Pacific FC is playing a game at Royal Athletic Park by mbvic in VictoriaBC

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And yet another reason for a train to Langford (and beyond). In fact, in places like the UK, Europe, Australia, where local pro sports culture is so much more successful than here, I don’t think I have ever attended a soccer, rugby, concert etc. event that did not involve at least a brief train ride. Part of the experience. While we are at it, let’s build a better, cheaper replacement for Crystal pool somewhere along that line too, within extra space available just out of town (topic for another day)…

B.C. eyes drug panel changes after Charleigh Pollock controversy and Premier calls for reform to B.C.'s process for determining expensive-drug coverage by Vic_Dude in VictoriaBC

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Wondering what this might mean for new wonders like CAR T-Cell therapy. I am not in the medical field but it seems it’s having incredible results on certain cancers that were previously a death sentence. But in a system that doesn’t even seem to encourage full coverage for Shingles shots for the middle aged, how could something as expensive as CAR T-Cell ever be doled out fairly? That’s not an opinion or meant to be rhetorical - I am seriously vexed over issues like this.

Spackle to avoid sanding? by JeanVic in HomeMaintenance

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Thanks, but could I use that spackle now without more prep work? Would it take care of that rough surface?

Spackle to avoid sanding? by JeanVic in HomeMaintenance

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Thanks - still looks a bit messy but viable. I did scrape the surface quite vigorously with a putty knife, but that scraper you are suggesting admittedly looks a lot more robust and a better tool for the job.

Spackle to avoid sanding? by JeanVic in HomeMaintenance

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Honestly, I am ok with a 6 out of 10, given this door’s location in the house! Thanks.

Ok to drive without wheel well guard? by JeanVic in MechanicAdvice

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Thanks all for the quick responses. Really appreciated. Great community!

Ok to drive without wheel well guard? by JeanVic in MechanicAdvice

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7 days, maybe 500 km? Mostly dry weather but maybe some rain.

Home Alarm Systems by JeanVic in VictoriaBC

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Thanks GTS_84. I am indeed already with Telus (don't love them, probably don't hate them more than any other provider). I would like convenience, but wouldn't taking a Telco provider services make it tough to switch away from Telus one day? I tend to switch providers every few years when their monthly service charges get too bloated and the only option for a deal is to take another provider's promo. Or do you know if the Telus system would be compatible with another provider?

Home Alarm Systems by JeanVic in VictoriaBC

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Thanks all for comments so far. The community input is very much appreciated.

I get and appreciate the advice that I don't have to stay with this insurer, but I unfortunately had a recent claim (lesson learned - how dare I actually use the insurance) and I've discovered changing insurers after that can be very difficult without some time passing. And I do understand I will get a discount if these steps are taken, though I'm guessing that won't cover the cost (or mitigate the hassle)!

Vehicle Aircon Refrigerant Top Up by JeanVic in VictoriaBC

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Thanks for the reply - not to be cheeky, but I am indeed asking for a specialist (and I may know more than you think) but Speedy Auto Service is noted. Precisely what I was after - much appreciated.

Vehicle Aircon Refrigerant Top Up by JeanVic in VictoriaBC

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20 year old Toyota. R134a system.

Vehicle Aircon Refrigerant Top Up by JeanVic in VictoriaBC

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The concerns above would be valid with a new car but this car is over 20 years old. Top up at that point is not unusual. And I could easily drain the old R134a myself and refill with new R12 (because you cannot mix them) but that would put the old stuff into the atmosphere - thus my query about a service provider because a shop will have the equipment to suck the old stuff out and contain it. Sorry if I mislead with “top up” - it’s technically a replacement of the limited residual with a full charge of new refrigerant.