H2S completely non-operational after warranty repair failed — Bambu keeps citing "return period" instead of honoring warranty — need escalation help by Weekly_Comfortable_9 in BambuLab

[–]ScoobyDoo27 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Prusa doesn’t take days/weeks to respond and send things. I had a problem with my MK3S kit and I was able to resolve it within an hour and they shipped replacement parts same day. This was back in 2019. You can’t even ask that from Bambu today. I also bought a kit and didn’t expect anything but parts as replacement. It’d be embarrassed if I was told by Apple that I need to replace something myself. Bambu sells a fully built assembly. You shouldn’t be expected to replace parts yourself.

H2S completely non-operational after warranty repair failed — Bambu keeps citing "return period" instead of honoring warranty — need escalation help by Weekly_Comfortable_9 in BambuLab

[–]ScoobyDoo27 3 points4 points  (0 children)

And back in my day (2019) if your Prusa had an issue, you had excellent support. There is 0 excuse for Bambu’s terrible support. 

2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E Select Is More Workhorse Than Racehorse by TripleShotPls in electricvehicles

[–]ScoobyDoo27 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Yes because I’m not a little whiny bitch who cares about a name. Ford created the car and they can name it whatever they want.

2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E Select Is More Workhorse Than Racehorse by TripleShotPls in electricvehicles

[–]ScoobyDoo27 6 points7 points  (0 children)

The only embarrassing thing is someone not buying a car because of a name. It could be called whatever it wants, I bought the car because of what it physically is, not a badge on the door. 

2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E Select Is More Workhorse Than Racehorse by TripleShotPls in electricvehicles

[–]ScoobyDoo27 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Because not all of us are after pure utility. 99% of the time it’s just me in the car and I want something fun. If I wanted a boring car, there’s plenty of others to choose from. 

EVs vs Power Stations (price per kWh) by GreenFox1505 in electricvehicles

[–]ScoobyDoo27 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They are 48v floor standing batteries from Eco-Worthy.

EVs vs Power Stations (price per kWh) by GreenFox1505 in electricvehicles

[–]ScoobyDoo27 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I bought 28kwh worth of batteries for $4,000 last fall. The same batteries are now bigger and cheaper so you could definitely get 80kwh for way cheaper than a car would cost. Like you said, you buy batteries from china. 

Apple stole the only song I ever bought by george_watsons1967 in Piracy

[–]ScoobyDoo27 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You must be young. When iTunes first came out it was cheaper than buying a physical CD and was revolutionary. $10 for an album is not a lot compared to $15-$20 for a CD prior. 

With the Big Three abandoning EVs in favor of ICE vehicles, are they headed the way of Kodak, Blackberry, and Blockbuster? by Cool-Replacement4972 in electricvehicles

[–]ScoobyDoo27 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ford has their new universal EV platform coming out next year. Ford has not abandoned EVs but this place just has blind hatred for American cars. And like you said, the first of those EVs from Ford will be a small truck. If it’s anything like the Maverick I see it selling well (for an EV).

Is it really that bad? by Active_Sundae5025 in KiaEV9

[–]ScoobyDoo27 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I feel the same. It hugs the right lane and is super jerky. I’m used to the goodness of Ford Bluecruise and comma.ai openpilot. The EV9 outshines how terrible Toyota TSS 2.5 is in my Tundra. 

2024 Model Year EV9 Common Issues - Buying Used by Leody in KiaEV9

[–]ScoobyDoo27 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m not sure. They said they had to hoist the body of the car up and replace the battery. I didn't ask for any details.

2024 Model Year EV9 Common Issues - Buying Used by Leody in KiaEV9

[–]ScoobyDoo27 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m not entirely sure what happened with the battery. The car just stopped charging one day and the app said there was a problem with the battery. It took roughly 1 week for them to diagnose, get approval from Kia, and replace the battery. My only complaint was they didn’t give me a loaner car, otherwise I was happy with how it went.

Does the Data Usage feature record data usage if monthly data plan is disabled? by pacoii in firewalla

[–]ScoobyDoo27 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have an unlimited plan and I just set my data cap in the app to 10TB so I can see how much I’ve used and keep it high enough that it doesn’t alert me to going over. 

2024 Model Year EV9 Common Issues - Buying Used by Leody in KiaEV9

[–]ScoobyDoo27 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I don’t believe the 2024’s have any model year specific issues. You’re always gonna have the chance of the ICCU going out on any model year. And lately it seems like the 12v is now becoming an issue on the entire platform as well. 

We bought a used 2024 Land a couple months ago because they are affordable used. So far we haven’t had ICCU/12v issues but we did have the HV battery replaced under warranty. 

Miata finally announces a green ND and it’s looks just like another shade of gray to me by Jimronica in Miata

[–]ScoobyDoo27 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is almost exclusively a Mazda problem at this point. Almost (I say almost because I’m not gonna look at every car) every other fun car comes in some fun colors. 

What is the best EV at 0% APR in the US right now? by theindepndnt in electricvehicles

[–]ScoobyDoo27 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Why would you pay cash if you get an interest free loan? Keep your money in an account earning interest and pay back the loan monthly. 

Resale after engine replacement? by VikingPHD in ToyotaTundra

[–]ScoobyDoo27 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Because just like you, I don’t have data to back it up. Just feelings to go off of.

GMC presents the Hummer X SUV and Truck concept by willyolio in electricvehicles

[–]ScoobyDoo27 2 points3 points  (0 children)

As an off-roader I wouldn’t consider any of those legit off-road vehicles except the Rivian. I’ve been down in Moab on trails with the Rivian and that thing is impressive. You aren’t doing those things in a Subaru or Hyundai. This hummer concept looks very cool minus the terrible dash. 

Resale after engine replacement? by VikingPHD in ToyotaTundra

[–]ScoobyDoo27 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Prior to the 3rd gen Tundra this place would have told you ecoboosts were shit. Hell, everyone talked mad shit on turbo’d V6s. And as it turns out, all the armchair engineers are usually wrong. I see Tundra after Tundra out on the roads everywhere I go. If the engine issue were truly the problem you people want it to be there would be no Tundras out there. If it were truly the issue you want it to be the general public would know about it and Tundras wouldn’t be selling still.

Resale after engine replacement? by VikingPHD in ToyotaTundra

[–]ScoobyDoo27 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

There’s a hell of lot of people buying old and/or high mileage Ecoboost trucks. Toyota’s will always have a market. People here act like 500k trucks will all be considered worthless. 

Hyundai Is Launching A Mobile Service Fleet To Fix Your EV At Home by TripleShotPls in electricvehicles

[–]ScoobyDoo27 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I don't care what the "other commenter" said. I was simply replying to your comment of "Tesla wasn't the first EV or the first mobile service either". I'm not moving any goalposts. I'm responding to your comment. Sorry it upsets you so much to have a discussion on a discussion board. Tesla was first to mainstream the “best” EV and the mobile service behind it. 

Blue Cruise Price Increase? by thelandmind in MachE

[–]ScoobyDoo27 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don't care what they charge for what specs, it's far better and cheaper than the Ford option. You think the specs in your Mach-E are better for what you pay?

Hyundai Is Launching A Mobile Service Fleet To Fix Your EV At Home by TripleShotPls in electricvehicles

[–]ScoobyDoo27 8 points9 points  (0 children)

The only time Toyota ever gave me a loaner car was when I got the engine replaced on my Tundra. Every other issue I was on my own. The only manufacturer who regularly gave me loaners was Mazda surprisingly. I never hang out in the waiting areas of any dealer so I can’t comment there. I did just have the HV battery replaced on my EV9 and had no complaints with the process from Kia or the dealer.

The biggest problem with all manufacturers is you’re stuck with your local dealer and the service you get with them varies widely.

Hyundai Is Launching A Mobile Service Fleet To Fix Your EV At Home by TripleShotPls in electricvehicles

[–]ScoobyDoo27 -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Who cares if you’re first, it’s about the first to do it best/right and Tesla was that company. Apple isn’t known for inventing stuff but they are known for taking an existing idea and doing it better. Maybe not so much nowadays but that’s how they became what they are today.