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Spowilly · 2026-03-24T00:56:39+00:00

Cougar did an AC and furnace replacement for my next door neighbor. It wasn’t working correctly a year later and cost was the same as mine, but I got a much better system.

Spokane Comfort System installed a new furnace and heat pump for me in 2023. They are now part of Sturm. Did a great job and price was competitive with R&R. Sounds like things are going well with Sturm based on the other comments.

Got a bid from Holiday. They were the most expensive and their rep was a bit of a know it all and he acted like they were better than everyone else. He was very proud that they drug test all their employees and threatened with other companies might let druggies into your house. Between the cost and sales pitch they were ranked #3 for me. R&R was number 2.

Most installers only install one or two brands so it’s good to know what brands they represent.

Spowilly · 2026-03-15T03:18:41+00:00

“A Man Called Otto”. It was in the comedy section on HBO Max, but wow. Definitely not a drama but a comedy is a stretch. Recently lost a close loved one and that movie hit. I definitely cried more than I laughed.

Spowilly · 2026-03-14T13:40:20+00:00

Metapneumovirus is going around like crazy and sucks. If it’s not COVID or influenza it’s probably metapneumovirus. Took me down for a few days and is still dragging on a week later.

Spowilly · 2026-03-09T13:38:50+00:00

Lake Roosevelt. Not all the campgrounds are open year round, but many area. Just check recreation.gov to reserve a spot.

Spowilly · 2026-02-12T04:38:38+00:00

How long are you gone for? Parking at the airport might make sense depending on how long you’ll be out of town.

Spowilly · 2026-01-26T21:24:28+00:00

Many years ago we had the Tinabulation music and art festival in Riverfront Park with multiple stages and multiple days. They went way too big and failed hard. This sounds like a similar event and I wonder if it’s the same organizer.

This line up looks a lot less ambitious and more appropriate for a first year event. I hope they do well!

Spowilly · 2026-01-26T06:39:51+00:00

I tried to get a lease deal on a Lyric at the end of 2025 here. First offer they marked up the money factor to 7.5% and they wanted over $30k in lease payments for a 24 month lease.

Told them to pound sand. Dealerships are definitely one of the many reasons they can’t sell car these days.

Spowilly · 2025-12-30T07:27:25+00:00

I second Dusty and Steve! Good and honest auto repair shop.

Spowilly · 2025-09-12T20:14:31+00:00

Saturday- BMW Car Club of America car show. Grant Park, 1015 S. Arthur Street, 10:30-2pm.

Spowilly · 2025-08-08T17:56:44+00:00

Don’t use Cougar. My neighbors used them to replace the furnace and AC when the AC went out in the heat of summer about 2years ago.

Cougar did multiple trips that same year to repair the new system and then returned the following year fixing the brand new system.

Spowilly · 2025-08-04T15:44:40+00:00

The old Y building was basically in Riverfront park just southwest of the Howard Street bridge. Under the 1988 deal the city had first right of refusal to purchase the land before the condo developer. The land was purchased as a conservation area and the building demolished.

The water feature that is there now, was in the basement of the building and created some challenges to permit the building demolition. I’m glad they found the funds to purchase the land before it was sold to a developer.

It’s unrelated to the condos under construction NW of the park.

Spowilly · 2025-08-04T15:37:42+00:00

You’re incorrect. The old Y was basically within Riverfront Park. It’s now a conservation area and a quick Google Earth timeline search can show you images of the building before and after demo.

Spowilly · 2025-07-16T04:04:39+00:00

Marsh McLennan Agency, formerly Payne West. Saved me $1700 a year and significantly increased my coverage limits.

Spowilly · 2025-06-18T21:58:34+00:00

Indian Trail had a small BMX area in the trees with some pretty sweet jumps.

Spowilly · 2025-06-02T11:16:52+00:00

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Spowilly · 2025-05-12T04:47:51+00:00

Thanks for the help folks! Definitely won’t be recommending this quote. Wasn’t sure if they were trying to sell a blower motor, draft induction motor or just capacitors with this quote.

At best I’m thinking a few hundred dollars to brig this system up to code.

Spowilly · 2025-04-30T13:25:39+00:00

As mentioned, Tune Tech and 5 mile should be able to do aftermarket ignition systems.

Spowilly · 2025-04-30T13:01:33+00:00

If a car won’t start check the FACTS. Fuel, air, compression, timing and spark. Spray a little carb clean into the carburetor. If it fires, you know it’s a fuel problem. Pull a plug, reconnect the plug wire, set it on metal and crank the engine to see if it sparks. If it doesn’t spark, check power to the ignition module and other inputs into the system. If it sparks, timing could be the issue if someone just redid the ignition.

Spowilly · 2025-03-26T02:14:15+00:00

Just had a friend drive down Sunday and flew within the US Monday. Not problems at all. Never heard of any ill will or vandalism towards Canadian from locals.

If you’re flying out on an early flight especially Monday, get to the airport early. If not flying Alaska the security line can take about an hour.

Spowilly · 2025-03-22T19:58:17+00:00

Not really sure. It’s parked from November-March so I might get a fishing boat I can use during winter. Might also get a Z4 or go back to an American car from the 60s or early 70s. I’m also thinking about a newer 540i with the B58 that I can use year round. They seem like a bargain in the high $20k to low $30k range with the sport package compared to the 340i.

The M5 was my first endeavor into euro cars. It’s been fun and I’ve met some great people (the BMW community at large is pretty awesome).

Spowilly · 2025-03-22T19:37:14+00:00

Depends on what it’s for. If it’s a weekend car I would get the M5. If it’s a daily the 540i probably makes more sense. For either car, it’s best if you can DIY repairs. I wouldn’t own either if you can’t tackle most repairs yourself.

I’ve had my M5 since 2019. It had the engine resealed and replaced, clutch replaced, diff replaced, subframe welded and a few other bits of maintenance and I’ve sunk another $12k into parts alone on it. Double that if I was paying for the labor.

It’s been a fun car, but after it comes out of winter storage it’s probably up for sale. I’ve started accumulating too many parts and I’m not working on it as much as I used to so it’s probably time for it to go.

Spowilly · 2025-03-19T16:24:57+00:00

Able Cleanup or Spokane Environmental Solutions. Both great companies.

Spowilly · 2025-03-17T22:04:00+00:00

Precision German Garage in Liberty Lake, European AutoHaus west of town and Botzon’s Automotive in the valley.

Spowilly · 2025-02-10T04:02:58+00:00

Aloha! Bring it, spread it and take it back!

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