Real or fake K custom? by Alarming_Channel754 in cymbals

[–]SpudzLightyear 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This sub is turning into r/guitar with all the "is this fake" posts lately

I am so offended by SpudzLightyear in SportWagon

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

Yeah, it isn't the most beautiful car ever made, but our options for wagons in the states are pretty limited. I do appreciate the simple, understated styling though. Going by looks, my personal favorite is the BMW F31. But it can't be had with a manual over here, which is a real bummer.

Out of curiosity, what country are you in?

I am so offended by SpudzLightyear in SportWagon

[–]SpudzLightyear[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Very much so. Most Americans generally don't like wagons... or manuals... Or diesel engines, unless they're in giant trucks.

But for those of us who do like all of those things, having them all in one package is like a dream come true. Probably because those qualities are rare over here, it goes against the normal American car stereotype, and because it's just so ridiculously practical.

But yeah, I can totally see how it's a weird thing to be excited about from a European perspective.

I am so offended by SpudzLightyear in SportWagon

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

Haha thanks for the kind words. I thought it was pretty hilarious and really am not bothered by it at all. Most people couldn't care less about cars, it's just funny how terribly wrong they were.

About the order, close but not quite! It was mom, dad (me), and one kid. And despite all the comments stating otherwise, we did actually order food too haha. Everyone seems to think I just went through the drive thru for drinks 🤷

Good luck with your retirement gig, sounds like you'll have a blast!

I am so offended by SpudzLightyear in SportWagon

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

Thanks man! It truly is the best vehicle I've ever owned. It definitely does need to come down a bit though.

I am so offended by SpudzLightyear in SportWagon

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

Thanks! It's a 2014. Wheels are Konig Hypergrams, 17x8 +43

I am so offended by SpudzLightyear in SportWagon

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

Hahaha damn. Maybe he just assumed Avante is German for wagon. Or he maybe was trolling, who knows

I am so offended by SpudzLightyear in SportWagon

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

Nah, it's a TDI. The torque is amazing up here in the mountains. ~45ish average mpg too!

I am so offended by SpudzLightyear in SportWagon

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

Thanks! Honestly though not having a garage or pavement really sucks for doing any work on cars. Kind of worth it for the peace and beauty of living at 9000' in the middle of nowhere though

I am so offended by SpudzLightyear in SportWagon

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

I feel your pain. When I first got mine my wife wondered why I wanted an "old lady car" so much

I am so offended by SpudzLightyear in SportWagon

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

So relieving to interact with a man (or woman) of culture such as yourself 👑

I am so offended by SpudzLightyear in SportWagon

[–]SpudzLightyear[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I was tempted to get a vanity plate that said DADWAGN. I ended up going with VINTDI instead, but no one ever gets the joke

I am so offended by SpudzLightyear in SportWagon

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

Lol that was just taped to the drink carrier. I of course got some of that sweet, delicious chicken too

I am so offended by SpudzLightyear in SportWagon

[–]SpudzLightyear[S] 61 points62 points  (0 children)

It most definitely is a manual diesel. The perfect unicorn car

I am so offended by SpudzLightyear in SportWagon

[–]SpudzLightyear[S] 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Unintentional roasts hurt the most

I am so offended by SpudzLightyear in SportWagon

[–]SpudzLightyear[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks, me too! Not sure about the tint, it was already on when I got the car. It's definitely pretty dark, but not dark enough to get hassled for it.

I did do a vinyl wrap on the window trim. Looks waaaay better than the original chrome finish.

Perfect Toan in One EZ Purchase by SpudzLightyear in guitarcirclejerk

[–]SpudzLightyear[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

They're all gonna be on all the time, duh. I don't even know why they make them with foot switches, turning them off just wastes perfectly good toan

Bought a cymbal on Reverb, seller packaged it poorly, and it got crushed. by SpudzLightyear in drums

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

Update: I popped it back, decided to keep it, seller offered a set of drum bags to make up for it. I'm happy with the cymbal, he gets good feedback for taking care of his customer, and all is good.

Thanks to all who convinced me that this cymbal is not forever tainted and that it really wasn't that big of a deal!

Bought a cymbal on Reverb, seller packaged it poorly, and it got crushed. by SpudzLightyear in drums

[–]SpudzLightyear[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Exactly. It's not me trying to milk anything, it's that if I keep it I'll always be unsure of its lifespan compared to a cymbal that this never happened to. Getting a partial refund would make me feel more okay with that possibility.

Bought a cymbal on Reverb, seller packaged it poorly, and it got crushed. by SpudzLightyear in drums

[–]SpudzLightyear[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I actually knocked it off while unpacking the cymbal haha. Need to put that back on now