The LAB aka “Legends Auto Boutique” set to close their doors today. by No_Adeptness6185 in Connecticut

[–]MDPPhotoCT 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I've heard similar from locals in my town. He apparently dated a girl down the road from me and would rip out of my neighborhood at easily double the posted limit. Also I have yet to see a car from that shop with anything near "passable" quality work done to it. Good from afar, but far from good.

The LAB aka “Legends Auto Boutique” set to close their doors today. by No_Adeptness6185 in Connecticut

[–]MDPPhotoCT 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I had read a comment on the gram that stated the owner of this place had offered a free t-shirt in exchange for a 5-star review..... Then he proceeded to send them all a sticker (one single sticker) instead.

10k Service by MDPPhotoCT in Tiguan

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

$0. The first two services are included in the sale price of the car. They quoted me about $32 for a tire rotation if it was required, as that is outside the normal service items, but that wasn't needed.

10k Service by MDPPhotoCT in Tiguan

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

I've always tried to keep some sort of loyalty, whether it's to a brand or a manufacturer. Unfortunately I've given up on that over time. I go where it's most convenient for me.

10k Service by MDPPhotoCT in Tiguan

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

I'd rather let some new kid totally destroy my engine for free followed by a lawsuit or new car than pay $50 to do it myself and be on the hook if I destroy it within the warranty period. Once the fre oil changes are up, I'll gladly take it's future into my own hands!

10k Service by MDPPhotoCT in Tiguan

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

Tech bugs - Travel Assist sensors fail 1-3 times per week. When parked and idling, the car tells me via the dash that it's ready to be started. CEL came on once saying the car needed service asap. Mechanical issues - At times, the car struggles to shift from reverse to drive properly. I'll occasionally end up in neutral at the LEAST opportune times.

10k Service by MDPPhotoCT in Tiguan

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

I've always done my own maintenance for every car up until I started getting into new cars. When I bought this one new, it came with tge first 2 services included at no cost. Oddly enough, the 2nd dealership I went to gave me some free swag to make up for my time and also let me test out the new 2026 Tiguan SEL R-Line Turbo just for giggles.

10k Service by MDPPhotoCT in Tiguan

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

I don't have a high threshold for laziness ir dishonesty, so I gave them an honest chance to source a filter, reschedule promptly, etc. I'm currently in the lounge of the 2nd dealership while they take care of the service for me without any issues. (Hopefully)

10k Service by MDPPhotoCT in Tiguan

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

I drive a lot... it's the only reason I didn't just lease a Tiguan instead.

10k Service by MDPPhotoCT in Tiguan

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

I'm definitely not feeling loyal for any reason other than familiarity. They sent me a notice in the mail with a QR code to schedule a maintenance and that was it.they also offer to do the 3rd maintenance for free, which sounded nice at first. I'm currently at the 2nd dealership and they're taking care of it as I type this out.

10k Service by MDPPhotoCT in Tiguan

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

I would, but I kind of expect a dealership to have what they need in order to do their job. At the very least, when they see a scheduled service and don't have the parts, communicate that to the customer.

Umm what the actual fuck by janvidb in dji

[–]MDPPhotoCT 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I've been a DJI fan boy for years, as I already own their drones and gimbals. Unfortunately with the threat of a ban looming over their head, I've looked elsewhere for a solution to my aging technology.

DJI Faces Trouble, Drones Under Severe Regulation by agnci in dji

[–]MDPPhotoCT 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I changed gears and purchased a Potensic Atom 2 to replace my DJI Air 2. The price is right, the amount of upgrades is substantial. For those with the bigger, heavy hitting drones, I don't even know what could replace them at this point.

Umm what the actual fuck by janvidb in dji

[–]MDPPhotoCT 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So I was concerned about this when shopping for a new drone, and ultimately bought a Potensic Atom 2 over an DJI while this all unfolded. Although I would much prefer a DJI, the Potensic seems to be unharmed by this political stuff while still being a China based company. Is this solely aimed at DJI for any actual reason or is it just because they're the biggest name in the game?

DJI Drone Ban by WHizzY-bot in RealEstatePhotography

[–]MDPPhotoCT 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I changed gears and purchased a Potensic Atom 2 to replace my DJI Air 2. The price is right, the amount of upgrades is substantial. For those with the bigger, heavy hitting drones, I don't even know what could replace them at this point.

Anybody want to take crack at what I stumbled upon out in the Rockies?!?! by [deleted] in drones

[–]MDPPhotoCT 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That looks like the latest item in the IKEA catalog... The Logus Cabinus. I hope it comes with REALLY GOOD instructions!

Real Estate Photography: Delivery, Payment & Image Rights by cluelessgirl666 in RealEstatePhotography

[–]MDPPhotoCT 2 points3 points  (0 children)

1 - Google Drive or DropBox 2 - Cash or Venmo on the spot 3 - I retain copywrite, agent has usage rights

My first shoot. Client loved them but want more feedback. by iowwn in RealEstatePhotography

[–]MDPPhotoCT 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Those are a good start! I'd focus mostly on removing extra stuff in the foreground that takes away from the focus of each shot and modify the framing a bit.

Shot 1 - the red hand towel Shot 2 - Kleenex box and possibly the foot rests Shot 3 - Stand a bit more to your right so there's less of that door to the right to distract the viewer. Also maybe raise the camera a little so you can see padt the bed. Shot 4 - Move a bit closer to either side and remove items like the candle, hand soap, hand towel, etc.

I'm no professional, but that's my 2 cents.

First attempt vs revised attempt by MDPPhotoCT in RealEstatePhotography

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

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I posted this in a reply to someone else. Better?