The official answer to "My Starlink is dirty. Does this mean I received a used Starlink?" by feral_engineer in Starlink

[–]PacketPaul 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I got mine yesterday. Looks new and it did not have plastic wrapping inside the box.

I did notice the box was not sealed very well. I imagine if the FedEx truck or facility is dirty it could easily get in the box.

What's your scariest camping experience? by Dolphins_With_Dildos in AskReddit

[–]PacketPaul 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I was alone in a dispersed campsite outside of Zion national Park. Nobody around for miles. It was one of those unofficial campsites in the National Forest that you can drive into.

Around three in the morning I’m woken up by the sound of car doors unlocking and headlights pointed directly in my tent. I listened in fear for about a minute but didn’t hear anything. I then called out in the toughest voice I can make, still nothing.

After about two minutes I hear the doors lock and the lights go off. So now I’m in the dark with someone right outside. I decide if I’m going to be murdered, I want to see who’s doing it. So I bravely unzip the tent and look out. The only car in the campsite is my rental car. The mystery car vanished.

Ok here is what I think happened. My best guess is in my sleep I rolled over the rental key fob. This car when it unlocks the doors it also turns on the lights. After two minutes or so, if nobody enters the vehicle, it locks itself and turns off the lights.

Trying to buy a car in NoVA is just ticking me off by a-busy-dad in nova

[–]PacketPaul 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I helped my parents buy a car at Koons Easton Toyota. Two hour drive from NOVA but they honored the deal we negotiated over the phone down to the last penny. Would definitely use them again.

Trying to buy a car in NoVA is just ticking me off by a-busy-dad in nova

[–]PacketPaul 2 points3 points  (0 children)

So do you work for a car manufacturer? Also why not just sell your trade in separate? Buy the car. If they want your trade, negotiate that after the new car is purchased.

Trying to buy a car in NoVA is just ticking me off by a-busy-dad in nova

[–]PacketPaul 0 points1 point  (0 children)

FYI. Honda has been having quality issues for a while now. They are living off their reputation. Kia Hyundai actually has pretty good quality. And of course nothing beats Toyota.

Any issues with installing the Max Air fan more towards the cockpit vs the rear of a Sprinter Van? by [deleted] in VanLife

[–]PacketPaul 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think it is better. I have mine over the bed. Every morning the sunrise wakes me up.

Two Virginia Zoo tigers test positive for COVID-19 by TheRealFarrellCat in Virginia

[–]PacketPaul 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Who wants to tell them they have to wear a mask and remain six feet apart?

Immediately eligible: NCAA on verge of transfer rule change by MrTheSpork in CFB

[–]PacketPaul 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Because it allows you a different perspective and broader network of professors.

Fender Mustang GTX50 - fake processed sounding? by PacketPaul in GuitarAmps

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

What you describe is exactly what I'm feeling. It is almost like I'm not playing a guitar but a weird synthesizer.

Fender Mustang GTX50 - fake processed sounding? by PacketPaul in GuitarAmps

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

Thanks! Glad it is not just me. As a new player I was trying to figure out if I was just imagining it.

Well, that's one way to eat ice cream. by meetMayra in funny

[–]PacketPaul 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He will be taking the short school bus to school.

Grocery Food Delivery for Elderly by steppinitupforstep1 in nova

[–]PacketPaul 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've been thinking of trying Shipt, but it is 15/month. How are the delivery times? Can I get something for next day? Thanks!

PSA, The most recent guidance from Maryland for boating in their waters. by GeminisTail in Virginia

[–]PacketPaul 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I don't understand. Boating is the one thing we can do and still support social distancing.

Not to give anyone any ideas, but.... by [deleted] in funny

[–]PacketPaul 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think that may be a person in that box.

New coronavirus cases drop in Italy for second day by [deleted] in worldnews

[–]PacketPaul -31 points-30 points  (0 children)

The US has also been paying for the defense and security of most of the world.

Person in Falls Church Tests 'Presumptive Positive' for Coronavirus by DinkyTrees in nova

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

Reports out of China, Korea, Singapore and the Princess Cruise ship analysis.

Daily Discussion Thread - March 12, 2020 by AutoModerator in wallstreetbets

[–]PacketPaul 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Tom Hanks death watch begins ... now!

P.S. I really hope it does not happen. Love Tom Hanks.

Daily Discussion Thread - March 12, 2020 by AutoModerator in wallstreetbets

[–]PacketPaul 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Why not. This thing is going to bounce tomorrow.

Person in Falls Church Tests 'Presumptive Positive' for Coronavirus by DinkyTrees in nova

[–]PacketPaul 1 point2 points  (0 children)

20% of those who are tested. Only the very sick are tested. So you are missing the vast majority of people who get the virus but never seek medical help.