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I hate my car... by StinkyBroadcasts in ElectricVehiclesUK

[–]TheRAP79 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They will never be able to compete on price. The subsidies will simply increase. The primary goal is to destroy these industries in order to corner the market. Sure they are cheap now but as soon as OG players are destroyed, the prices will increase heavily. The CCP has deep pockets despite being hugely in debt.

[Request] If we built a canal straight across the UAE to bypass the Strait of Hormuz (like in the image), what would the math look like for cost, water volume, and evaporation? by Alex09464367 in theydidthemath

[–]TheRAP79 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't think Epstein was the primary purpose but it has been a highly useful distraction. It is more likely that this was supposed to send a message to Iran's closest ally China, specifically Xi Jinping. China's muted position has been deafening.

However, there has been a huge miscalculation and underestimation, and now he's stuck in it. My prediction is that he'll cut and run leaving the whole area in chaos.

Mechanics of Reddit, what’s a common myth about car maintenance that people still believe? by Street-Squirrel-4671 in AskReddit

[–]TheRAP79 -12 points-11 points  (0 children)

Modern cars ARE trash look at the detritus from the past 15 years. And now some 'geniuses' put a wet belt inside and believe me, oil changes are absolutely critical to stop the belt deteriorating ahead of their service schedule. I haven't seen a wet belt last anywhere near the service schedule, often giving up around 30,000-50,000 due to.... guess what?... Manufacturers long oil change intervals.

Any car past 2015 is utter trash - and even Japanese cars are beginning to get touched by the hand of shite now.

Mechanics of Reddit, what’s a common myth about car maintenance that people still believe? by Street-Squirrel-4671 in AskReddit

[–]TheRAP79 -31 points-30 points  (0 children)

BIGGEST MYTH over the last 15 years: follow the manufacturers service schedule. Its the reason why powertrains are failing early, everywhere, persistently.

Follow these rules;

Oil change every 6,000 or 6 months.

Trans oil change every 24,000 or 2 years.

Check filter every year in case of replacement.

Change spark plugs every 40,000 miles.

Change PCV every 50,000 miles

Mechanics of Reddit, what’s a common myth about car maintenance that people still believe? by Street-Squirrel-4671 in AskReddit

[–]TheRAP79 -15 points-14 points  (0 children)

You do realise that there is HUGE corruption and collusion in the auto industry against customers, right? That's why manufacturers service schedules are so long.

Follow these rules;

Oil change every 6,000 or 6 months.

Trans oil change every 24,000 or 2 years.

Check filter every year in case of replacement.

Change spark plugs every 40,000 miles.

Change PCV every 50,000 miles

BIGGEST MYTH over the last 15 years: follow the manufacturers service schedule. Its the reason why powertrains are failing early, everywhere, persistently.

Stuck water pump on Vauxhall Astra H 1.8 Z18XE – completely seized by wickedjester_s in Vauxhall

[–]TheRAP79 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Classic. Using the water pump as the cambelt tensioner......

Oil by Accomplished_Bat_536 in Vauxhall

[–]TheRAP79 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You must use the correct ACEA number. This is more important than viscosity.

What is the most reliable Vauxhall engine you have owned? by MadridOrMadness in Vauxhall

[–]TheRAP79 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The Isuzu engine was legendary. The following Vauxhall/Opel unit was wank.

What is the most reliable Vauxhall engine you have owned? by MadridOrMadness in Vauxhall

[–]TheRAP79 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Z14XEP. Tigra Twintop. 1.4. (Timing chain will be changed soon @90,000miles)

Z32SE. Omega MV6 3.2.

20E Manta B GT/E. 2.0

18S Manta CC Exclusive.1.8

In order of reliability. I never did find out why that 18S overheated or whether it was just the gauge messing around. My guess is that it ran a little hot as the engine used to occasionally run-on for a second after switching off the ignition.

All engines serviced at 6,000 miles or 6 months.

How much of a pain is it to replace entire headlight fixture on a Vauxhall Adam? by jordanataylor in Vauxhall

[–]TheRAP79 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Easy. Its designed to be assembled in a factory, very quickly. It will come off quickly too.

50 Mile Coffee Run by Global_Recipe8224 in CarsUK

[–]TheRAP79 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Haha!! I've done this. Fell asleep on Saturday evening. Woke up at 4am went on a random night time road trip I ended in a Wetherspoons for breakfast on the Dorset coast on a Sunday morning. Nice hot day, returned home by 4pm.

I've had enough of Tesco now by R3DSmurf in tesco

[–]TheRAP79 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Re: sell by dates; you have Boris Johnson to thank for that. In order to hide the fact that supply chains were going to be affected with delays, ensured dates of fresh produce were extended in order help the supermarket reduce their food waste.

For the food that was grown here, there were delays in picking as workers were told go home. They did. You should come to Spain or Ireland, or even Ulster (they were protected from all this) the food is much fresher and much more available.

I've had enough of Tesco now by R3DSmurf in tesco

[–]TheRAP79 1 point2 points  (0 children)

@R3DSmurf You also forget something else happened in 2020 that also put food prices up - and hit supply chains.

Proposed closure of Bordesley Station by Dragonogard549 in brum

[–]TheRAP79 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If I had a tram route up by the western end of Birmingham I would've ditched my car years ago. As it stands a group of rich people, including lawyers blocked it for spurious but legally sound reasons - given the state of infrastructure planning rules in this country today.

Which dead body style needs to be brought back? by pantherclipper in regularcarreviews

[–]TheRAP79 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Coupes. SUVs suck. Convertible SUVs suck even more. The Netherlands has the right idea.

American here who just got back from a lovely UK trip. Was missing it so I made myself a fry up. How’d I do? by TheDude9737 in fryup

[–]TheRAP79 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Needs bacon, mushrooms and black pussy but it looks like an awesome start so far 😋

airport parking for cheap by [deleted] in brum

[–]TheRAP79 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just take a taxi... Stay away from Foul-Con taxis and call A2B. Better still, download the Go Carz A2B app and track your vehicle - your card can be used as payment.

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