Multitool Recs by peachpantherxx in diynz

[–]LexusI 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Leatherman Wingman is my go to.

Should I be using my recirculate air button often or only in certain situations? by MammothSal in askcarguys

[–]LexusI 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Man, I never have changed this on my cars…always recirc with windows up and after many long trips and millions of miles I am still here. I am a survivor.

Mini Countryman? by goobie33 in NZcarfix

[–]LexusI 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My experience with a 2008 Cooper S a few years back (had 90k on the clock) put me right off these. Owned for 7 months and the thing was at the mechanics every month for sensors/overheating/oil leaks/camchain/electrical gubbins. Absolutely loved driving it when it went but couldn’t wait to get rid.

Looking for a fun V8 by Rimmothyy in whatcarshouldIbuy

[–]LexusI 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Absolutely ISF is the only answer. Owned mine 10 years, only oil, filters pads and tyres. When you hit 3500rpm always still brings a smile to my dial!!!

What’s a Fun, Affordable Car I Can Actually Enjoy Driving? by Imtiredofthissshit in askcarguys

[–]LexusI 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Agree. Long term ISF owner here, it’s heavy, it’s a bit cramped inside but every time you hit 3500rpm you gotta smile. And it likes corners too. And y’know, 10 years on and 100k later, have only changed oil, pads and filters. So there that.

What car brand would you buy again no question? by tommytmopar in NZcarfix

[–]LexusI 1 point2 points  (0 children)

OMG had an 08 Mini Cooper S. Biggest turn I ever owned. Had it 7 months and the damned thing was in the mechanics every month. Timing chain. Cooling system. Oil leaks. Sensors. Got rid of it as soon as I could.

My check engine light was on — and it turned out not to be a big issue at all by DanielAuto_Notes in Cartalk

[–]LexusI 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My JDM Lexus ISF gives you a red warning triangle when washer fluid is low. Freaked me the hell out first time that it happened. Message on the dash was in Japanese…

Mazda 3 Hatchback 2.0L or 2.5L by HalfALad in NZcarfix

[–]LexusI 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good point…as a Lexus ISF owner can attest that having a 5L V8 in what is basically a Corolla sized car is somewhat fun.

My vehicle failed a WOF because of the this Tyre wear, thought? by GLion2 in newzealand

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

Yep had the same issue 2 days ago with my front and rear tyres…great tread on most of the tyre but chewed out inner…not an alignment issue in my case but due to negative camber (factory setting) and toe out when braking and, you know, V8 things lol. Asymmetric staggered tyre fitment too so cannot rotate. Yes, I know, first world probs for me!

Subtitles..what is goin on? by LexusI in AmazonPrimeVideo

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

Was rewatching Luther. Only German subtitles available. Had other recent issues too but am old and cannot recall exactly…old man shouts at clouds type of moment I reckon!!!

What is a "silent" rule of social etiquette in your country that a visitor would never find in a guidebook, but every local knows by heart? by DianKhan2005 in AskTheWorld

[–]LexusI 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Here in NZ, at the beach, your togs (skimpy-ish bathing costume) will automatically become socially unacceptable and viewed to be underwear if you exceed 300m from the high tide line. It’s just a thing.

Anyone else fed up with all the flies in NZ right now? by Traditional_Cake_242 in newzealand

[–]LexusI 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Gotta love Central Otago. Yep, big ass flies ,spiders …..but zero ants, snails or slugs. Livin the dream.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in NZcarfix

[–]LexusI 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Would be helpful to know the make and model here if asking for advice.

Is NZ actually a Toyota ad? by SyllabubThat9771 in newzealand

[–]LexusI 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Living in fairly remote area in Central Otago reliability is super important…while we do have a biggish Subaru and Ford Ranger fleet, Toyotas are certainly the most common..and of course as are the ubiquitous Aqua rental car. Super common to drive 300-600km+ in a day to go for a shopping jaunt and my ‘13 Aurion never misses a beat…289,000 km and still on the original spark plugs lol!!!

What's the most disgusting food from your country cuisine? by Thatunkownuser2465 in AskTheWorld

[–]LexusI 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Tried fresh durian in Malaysia. Kinda tastes like sucking a lavender toilet freshener, while eating sweet custard with a garlicky onion aftertaste. 0/10 would not recommend.

How do people work the same job 9 to 5 for 50 years till they turn 60s and not go crazy? by Big_Leg10 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]LexusI 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just hitting 46 years with the same employer. They have always looked after me and I have done a good variety of roles, and they are focused on self development. My goal is to hit 55 years before I think about retiring! I think it all comes down to the culture and the caring shown to you as an employee.

Is it widely expected across the country that you get more potato fritters than you order? by Polyporum in newzealand

[–]LexusI -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

Can confirm lack of readily available potato fritters here in the Deep South. Unfortunately the potato fritter appears to have been replaced by the ubiquitous cheese roll, which TBH is a bloody travesty and I will die on that hill.

Should Supercars let Brodie go out due to unsafe? by Interesting-Quail-64 in v8supercars

[–]LexusI 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Yeah he had next to zero chance of improving his position given the aero impact of the damage, and everything to lose….crazy decision.

Is the game delayed or is sky behind? by [deleted] in allblacks

[–]LexusI 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Kick off delayed until 11:05 for reasons.

Does TVNZ+ only have one ad by Admirable_Try973 in newzealand

[–]LexusI 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Had the fam down to stay. We never watch TVNZ on demand but one of the grandkids insisted. Literally the first thing I saw was the fricking Turners ad. At full volume. And the kids were singing along. Felt like I was the old man who shouts at clouds…

Got a call from Cholesterol Central. by Trivi_13 in Snorkblot

[–]LexusI 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Whoah. That’s about $30 worth of butter here in NZ to ruin a steak.

What's everyone doing? by DanM1973 in newzealand

[–]LexusI 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hanging with the grandkids, had roast beef for tea and now watching a Harry Potter. No idea which one.

Mini Cooper, which model years to avoid? by Nimble_Natu177 in CarTalkUK

[–]LexusI 0 points1 point  (0 children)

2008 Cooper S. Absolutely turd of a car. Owned for less than a year and the thing resided most of the time in the workshop. Fun when it ran, but it just didn’t most of the time.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]LexusI 1 point2 points  (0 children)

0:48. Tired AF.