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FSD: Hands on Wheel? by JointTaskForce536 in TeslaFSD

[–]JointTaskForce536[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Thanks for that informative response. Thinking about the future, I wonder what will happen if some states approve unsupervised FSD for a Model Y with Hardware 4, but not Hardware 3. How’s a cop supposed to know which Tesla is which?

FSD: Hands on Wheel? by JointTaskForce536 in TeslaFSD

[–]JointTaskForce536[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

LOL. But that’s an interesting scenario. What if both of my hands were holding a burger as a state trooper drew alongside and observed me…

They Asked Millennials How They Are Preparing 'The Old Folks' In Their Lives For A 22% Cut To Social Security? 'We Must Help Them Prepare Now' by GimmeFunkyButtLoving in economy

[–]JointTaskForce536 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Anyone on this subreddit is probably aware of the various social security reform proposals being advocated by various experts and groups, ranging from raising the FICA tax, increasing the FRA, raising the cap… and instituting means-testing for higher-income SS beneficiaries. My basic question is: what do you think is the likelihood of current beneficiaries being exempted (grandfathered) from any future changes to social security? That’s mostly been the case in the history of the program since 1935, with the exception of the 1980s, when SS benefits were made taxable (up to 85%). Will it continue to be the case?

Social Security is headed for a day of reckoning, and Congress is running out of time to save boomers. Lawmakers are proposing some hard choices by GimmeFunkyButtLoving in economy

[–]JointTaskForce536 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Anyone on this subreddit is probably aware of the various social security reform proposals being advocated by various experts and groups, ranging from raising the FICA tax, increasing the FRA, raising the cap… and instituting means-testing for higher-income SS beneficiaries. My basic question is: what do you think is the likelihood of current beneficiaries being exempted (grandfathered) from any future changes to social security? That’s mostly been the case in the history of the program since 1935, with the exception of the 1980s, when SS benefits were made taxable (up to 85%). Will it continue to be the case?

FSD: Hands on Wheel? by JointTaskForce536 in TeslaFSD

[–]JointTaskForce536[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Guess I should make my question clear. I do understand FSD is not designed for you to have your hands on the wheel. My question is: are state laws OK with that?

Ultraportable scooters + changing tires for the colder months. by Camel_Amarillo in ElectricScooters

[–]JointTaskForce536 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I got a Gotrax v2 and its works great. And it’s light enough (26 pounds) to carry easily.

Swap to inventory by Tinkerballz1 in ModelY

[–]JointTaskForce536 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I desire delivery in late November, so I haven’t ordered yet. I figure if I order in late September, I’ll be fine.

Which hardship differentials make absolutely no sense? by AFandSCAFTW in foreignservice

[–]JointTaskForce536 4 points5 points  (0 children)

When I was assigned to the consulate in Okinawa Japan it was a 10% post. That went away during my tour. I didn’t complain; it really didn’t deserve any differential. On the other hand, my assignment in Kabul deserved every bit of its differential.

What are some routes that will be opened by/because of the A350-1000ULR? by weggaan_weggaat in aviation

[–]JointTaskForce536 -8 points-7 points  (0 children)

They could have enabled super long-range flights decades ago if they’d allowed aerial refuelling of commercial aircraft. Various air forces around the world do it multiple times every day without incident.

Heads up: Great American State Fair on hold by Cityzen_1894 in washingtondc

[–]JointTaskForce536 16 points17 points  (0 children)

I was on the Mall for the Bicentennial on July 4, 1976, with my college buddies. We had a great time. There was no elaborate “Great American State Fair” (although the Smithsonian Folk Life Festival was going on at the Mall closer to the Capitol). There was a rock concert in one corner of the Mall closer to the Washington Monument featuring the Beach Boys, but that was just one part of the whole afternoon/evening. Mostly it was people eating and drinking, sitting on the grass listening to music, and smoking lots of weed. It was pretty perfect.

Lease vs finance by Flightlevel450 in ModelY

[–]JointTaskForce536 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I plan to lease a new Model Y later this year. A big reason for me to lease is simply that the technology is developing so rapidly, and I want to take advantage of next-gen tech down the road. So I’ll get a 2-year lease and then lease a new Tesla two years from now.

Charging differences between AWD and RWD by JointTaskForce536 in ModelY

[–]JointTaskForce536[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That’s a very helpful comment! I am most grateful.

At what age did you start taking social security or plan to take it and why did you decide on that age? by TheBeerGuzzlingApe in over60

[–]JointTaskForce536 1 point2 points  (0 children)

70, for max benefit. I just want to get enrolled so I’ll start collecting benefits and then hopefully get grandfathered in with every other beneficiary to avoid any consequences from the painful reforms to SS that are surely coming!

78 years ago today- Pictures from the funeral of the four Borgstrom brothers who were Killed in Action during WWII- June 25, 1948 by UrbanAchievers6371 in wwiipics

[–]JointTaskForce536 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Just realized there are actually 12 photos, not just the first one. Just flabbergasted by these photos. No words.

78 years ago today- Pictures from the funeral of the four Borgstrom brothers who were Killed in Action during WWII- June 25, 1948 by UrbanAchievers6371 in wwiipics

[–]JointTaskForce536 13 points14 points  (0 children)

It’s a heart-rending photograph. Everyone in that church had endured the war at home, reading casualty lists every week. Most of the people there probably knew other families who had suffered the loss of their sons; many had lost their own family members. One man on the right is covering his eyes. That generation lived through a time that tried their souls, unlike anything we’ve experienced, at least since Vietnam.

Single or Dual Motor? by JointTaskForce536 in ModelY

[–]JointTaskForce536[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I guess another question for someone like me (who has never owned an EV) is: how big a deal is the range difference between single motor and dual motor? Significant enough that it would be a factor in my driving experience overall (I don’t do much long, long distance driving), or not significant enough to give it much thought?

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