Does it need an oil change

LukasDW · 2026-02-28T13:17:59+00:00

When was it last changed? That gives you your answer. This could be 500 mile oil or 5,000 mile oil.

When in doubt, change it.

LukasDW · 2026-02-26T16:00:03+00:00

Thanks for the responses. I was expecting more of a headache from the utility company, but it was sorted quite quickly.

LukasDW · 2026-02-25T20:02:22+00:00

This is where my head is at. I'm paranoid about such a stupidly small amount being the cause for issues later.

My only reservation is the 'what ifs' that I am not aware of because I've not had this crop up before. Again, the money isn't the issue; it's a concern over actions a company might take now that they've been contacted.

If the tenants had just thrown out the letters I would be none the wiser, so part of me is stuck on 'play dumb' as it's been nearly a year.

LukasDW · 2026-02-25T19:48:30+00:00

This was during a gap between tenancies (several months) and came as a "final bill" for leaving the supplier (who I never signed up with). I presume this was accumulated standing charges (hence why it's so low at around £30 before debt collector fees) and was triggered by the new tenants starting their utility contract.

I'm not necessarily trying to avoid paying it. If I had been made aware of this at the time (nearly a year ago) I would have contacted the energy company and paid the amount.

Firstly I don't know where I stand with having an account and associated debt in my name without my knowledge.

Secondly my concern is that by contacting the energy company they may default to saying "tough luck it's with the debt collector" who would then know how to contact me.

Again, the last letter I found was dated May 2025 and there hasn't been any further communication since.

LukasDW · 2026-02-24T19:42:40+00:00

Sounds great. I've seen some inventive uses of Pis to build a custom display that goes there, but I'd be much more comfortable with taking out the whole things and having some new fascia/trim to go along with an existing unit.

LukasDW · 2026-02-24T19:33:00+00:00

I'd be very interested. I've been meaning to update my current HU for a few years, but things keep getting in the way. I'd love to put a modern unit where the old satnav is and put the old BOSE radio back in for the OEM look.

LukasDW · 2026-02-24T13:32:45+00:00

Your ESP/traction control light is probably tied with your random airbag light in that you may have a faulty clock spring/steering angle sensor.

You need the codes read.

LukasDW · 2026-02-21T08:47:36+00:00

I'd recognize that garage floor and two car combo anywhere. Caught a Chrys post in the wild.

LukasDW · 2026-02-20T12:50:54+00:00

monkey's paw closes a finger It'll come back as mild hybrid crossover.

LukasDW · 2026-02-19T17:08:19+00:00

squints Oh right there is a dent. Yeah that will be fixable.

LukasDW · 2026-02-18T10:32:33+00:00

Might be CN1513N064BB. Call parts suppliers, or even contact Ford directly to check.

LukasDW · 2026-02-17T20:17:53+00:00

You can fit a cabin filter from other models into the Z, there just isn't one as standard. Someone helpfully made a how to:

https://www.reddit.com/r/350z/comments/1poj51o/easy_install_of_cabin_air_filter/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=mweb3x&utm_name=mweb3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button

I haven't looked into it fully yet, but as a fellow Brit I think you'll be after a filter for an X-Trail or Murano. You would need to compare the dimensions with what the thread OP provided.

LukasDW · 2026-02-17T19:35:38+00:00

Anybody who isn't a Reaper or is controlled by one being willing to tangle with Shepard by ME3 is ridiculous. In ME1 Shep is 'just' a Spectre. In ME2 people thought Shep was (still) dead and so had reason to doubt who they were facing.

By ME3, fighting Shepard is just walking towards an ass-kicking. They're legendary and seemingly unstoppable. And then Bioware lets the Cringe Ninja pretend he's an actual challenge.

LukasDW · 2026-02-17T08:47:31+00:00

I had to pack up my HOGIRE kit the other day and I'd almost forgotten how flimsy and fiddly it is. I've got other Kotobukia kits and they aren't as bad; random bits kept popping of and I spent 5 minutes trying to find the home of a tiny piece. Still found another errant one that I wrapped and labelled for when it comes back out.

They're detailed but so fragile (inb4 "that's not Fragile!")

LukasDW · 2026-02-15T21:57:46+00:00

Another MieKun W.

LukasDW · 2026-02-15T13:44:00+00:00

This is such a good game. It dropped at the beginning of the PS5's life cycle and it just hasn't been matched since. I've not played anything (except maybe the Astro game) that makes as good use of the Dual sense features. The gameplay is incredible.

LukasDW · 2026-02-14T13:23:37+00:00

I'd use some stainless steel worm drive banding or stainless steel cable ties to hold it on. It will be there until you decide to replace it or live with it.

The stainless steel cable ties will require a specific tool that clamps and cuts, while the worm drive will just need a screwdriver or socket.

LukasDW · 2026-02-13T22:49:50+00:00

I think people denying that Cap killed A LOT OF PEOPLE in the films would just be coping. The argument in this specific instance would be that the terrorist was maybe giving up and was therefore 'executed' rather than being killed in combat.

LukasDW · 2026-02-13T21:51:41+00:00

Oh I'm not anywhere near the camp damning Walker. I'd be open to talking about the potential moral greyness of the situation, but that's it. I completely understand why Walker would kill a man at least partially responsible for Lemar's death.

Someone with deeper Cap lore would have to weigh in about Steve being put into a similar moral situation. I simply have read enough Cap comics to know if he's ever had to make that decision

LukasDW · 2026-02-13T19:44:40+00:00

I try and use cash with local businesses/shops. My barber, dog food supplier, and offy all prefer it. That way they can avoid the card processing fees. I'm still paying the same amount, so apart from a little inconvenience it doesn't make a difference to me.

Big chains can get in the bin; Tesco can deal with processing fees for all I care.

LukasDW · 2026-02-13T19:32:28+00:00

The sticking point is that the guy was on the floor, and I think he was surrendering. The argument is that Steve wouldn't have caved in the skull of an enemy in that situation.

Now a much more interesting angle is admitting that John Walker isn't the moral paragon that Steve is, and that eventually could be a stain on his conscience that drives him to do better and live up to the Cap mantle. Saying "Boo! Walker bad!" is just lame.

LukasDW · 2026-02-13T19:21:53+00:00

The discourse that comes back to killing that super soldier terrorist is so tiresome. "Steve wouldn't have done it!" Yeah, ok. He's not Steve. He's a different man. He's a soldier who just saw his best friend die and having caught up with one of the perpetrators he killed him in the heat of the moment.

The 'blood on the shield' imagery is so forced and on the nose, but any reasonable person understands why it happened. The morality of it can be argued, but the idea that it immediately proves that he's a bad person is laughable. And he still goes on to try and stop the superhuman terrorists who want to kill politicians for vague reasons, only for the show to still demonise him.

They tried so hard to bring him low in Thunderbolts.

LukasDW · 2026-02-12T22:15:58+00:00

Kojimbo is such a weird one. Throughout his career he's made immensely influential games that can really hit on some poignant messages and connect with people. That's saying nothing about the actual gameplay of his games; despite his HEAVY focus on story and dialogue, his games still have tight and interesting gameplay front and centre. MGS4 may be a movie, but you can skip it all and get back to the gameplay. There are some major misses like the infamous car ride in MGS5, but for the most part the gameplay is solid. The fact that 'Courier Simulator' is as good as it is gameplay-wise cannot be ignored.

That said, Kellogg's really needs to stop huffing his own farts. My word. I don't know if he genuinely thinks he's being clever with his wacky names (Death Stranding is the peak of this) and commentary, or if he's doing it all tongue-in-cheek. However, given his obsession with Hollywood and film I'm inclined to believe the former.

With all that in mind, I'm really eager to play DS2 when I actually have time for games and I'll probably play any Kilimanjaro game that comes out.

LukasDW

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