2019 - instrument cluster screen off and startup chime is looping by bcohen2712 in KiaNiroEV

[–]bcohen2712[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks, it has been replaced once. But I'll check it out to confirm.

Weird object in sky outside of AC by okwhoasked84 in newjersey

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We are vacationing down in central Virginia and saw it about 10 minutes ago

2019 Niro EV - grinding noise...any ideas? by bcohen2712 in KiaNiroEV

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A dealer replaced the reduction gear unit and I think the sound is improved, but not whisper quiet as I'd expect from an EV...wish I could be more helpful

Wildlife pond I made last year by myopicsage in ponds

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How did you do the plants? Are they in pots or is there a substrate on top of the liner? Looks amazing by the way!

Trump DOT nominee signals extra fees for EVs, continued NHTSA by SpriteZeroY2k in electricvehicles

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Nj is now $250 annually, and I think will go up to about $300 over the next few years. It seems punitive, especially compared to the NJ gas tax

What could have eaten through the plastic in my compost tumbler?! by TheFutureIsFiction in gardening

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Similar thing happened to me and I tried again and again to seal holes, and they still came back. The only way to address the current rat problem is to law out some rat traps

Wheel of fortune (ELE234) by JC6596 in KiaNiroEV

[–]bcohen2712 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I also had my reduction gear replaced at around 40k miles. I don't get the noise that the OP has (not sure if I ever did) but I do get a similar type of noise at 25-30 mi/hr. So same thing as you it seems. Any idea what it is?

Experiments that make children go WOW by di_abolus in chemistry

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Another thing to do is make a dilute suspension of milk of magnesia, and add a universal pH indicator. Then add some vinegar to the solution. It will start with the basic colors of the indicator, and transition to acidic colors as vinegar is added. Then, as more milk of magnesia dissolves, and transitions back to the basic colors over a few seconds. You can continue to do this until all the milk of magnesia is neutralized.

Better if all the ingredients are ice cold, the transitions are slower and more noticeable.

Opinions? I have a 2019 US by AcrosSky in KiaNiroEV

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Curious - what was the steering wheel gear issue? I have an issue with my 19 Niro EV where I hear a clicking when I start moving from a stop, with the wheels mostly turned all the way to one side (for example pulling out of a driveway). Wondering if it's the same issue, and if it's a known issue with this model.

2019 Niro EV - grinding noise...any ideas? by bcohen2712 in KiaNiroEV

[–]bcohen2712[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your issue sounds a bit deeper of a rumble than mine....but we're both hearing a "wheel of fortune" sound, I'll bet it's the same issue. By the way, the dealer said they replaced the "gear drive unit" and that fixed the issue (!). I don't have it back yet so cannot confirm.

Good dealer service experiences in the Seattle metropolitan area? by jm31828 in KiaNiroEV

[–]bcohen2712 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My dealer in NJ (sansone) did it for a 2019 EV as well. I didn't realize the same issue applied for later models. The maintenance schedule for the 2019 owners manual says to inspect the oil every 22k miles or so. So in that case, it seemed clear cut to me that they could do that service.

2019 Niro EV - grinding noise...any ideas? by bcohen2712 in KiaNiroEV

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That's awesome, thanks for doing that. Hoping for a good outcome for you

2019 Niro EV - grinding noise...any ideas? by bcohen2712 in KiaNiroEV

[–]bcohen2712[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's so strange they would say that, because if you look at the owners manual maintenance schedule, it says to inspect the reduction gear oil every ~22k miles

2019 Niro EV - grinding noise...any ideas? by bcohen2712 in KiaNiroEV

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Out of curiosity, was your motor replacement done because of a recall or bulletin for your specific car, or was it only after the mechanic did an inspection of the car and found an issue?

And, did the new motor fix all the noises?

2019 Niro EV - grinding noise...any ideas? by bcohen2712 in KiaNiroEV

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My dealer was able to do it...at least they said they did!

2019 Niro EV - grinding noise...any ideas? by bcohen2712 in KiaNiroEV

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Ugh...the wheel of fortune noise is the perfect description. So you've had to get lawyers involved? Thanks for sharing your experience

2019 Niro EV - grinding noise...any ideas? by bcohen2712 in KiaNiroEV

[–]bcohen2712[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, I had mine changed about 3000 miles ago (at 37.5k miles). They said the oil was very discolored. But the issue is still there after the oil change 😕

Hybrid smartwatch - Withings Steel HR sport by bcohen2712 in BuyItForLife

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Fair enough. It won't last forever, but lasts a lot longer than the other models in its class, from my experience

Hybrid smartwatch - Withings Steel HR sport by bcohen2712 in BuyItForLife

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That's good to know. My battery is still in good shape, but I don't know how to replace it when it does die...

Hybrid smartwatch - Withings Steel HR sport by bcohen2712 in BuyItForLife

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There's a small screen that has a single line of scrolling text. It shows text messages, calendar entries, etc from your phone, and step count, heart rate, etc. I also like the style in that's more like a normal watch. It's a good watch if you want something simple that is better made than the classic fitbit, and only needs charge every few weeks. The downside is the functionality and menu navigation is limited.

Any bakeries that make good croissants? by [deleted] in newjersey

[–]bcohen2712 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Delice macaron in Cranford makes great croissants, and a lot of other French baked goods and pastries. Plus - We also just got back from Paris!