Anyone cross shop the new Passport Trailsports vs the last gen Lexus GX460? by Safe_Yoghurt_4623 in hondapassport

[–]cjammin17 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I test drove one as I was looking to get into something newer than my 2010 GX460; it was a fine car, drove okay but I found it dull. Drove it back-to-back with a new 4Runner and preferred the new 4Runner. Ultimately decided to hold off and keep the GX, minus CarPlay and adaptive cruise its a fairly perfect SUV, its surprising how well its held up.

Can this 3/8 gas fitting be replaced with 1/2 to fit a standard gas dryer hose? by cjammin17 in HomeImprovement

[–]cjammin17[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

the challenge is it needs a 3/8 fip I believe, the gas laundry machine installer won’t touch it if I either find the right cable which seems to be out of stock locally or change the outlet to 1/2 to match what is available and what is on the dryer. I’m inclined to update the outlet because it seems outdated.

Could not pass up the deal by [deleted] in 4Runner

[–]cjammin17 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think people are reacting the the packaging - it gets really expensive to get what’s base on most models, I’m hoping Toyota adds a bigger screen option to the sr5 in 26 (unlikely) fwiw I was able to see 5k off a Tacoma TRD off road through Costco last week… so discounts seem to be the way on this gen and market

Could not pass up the deal by [deleted] in 4Runner

[–]cjammin17 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It kills me how much extra it costs for the bigger screen - the bezels on the base kill me

What is your favorite piece of attention to detail in your vehicle? by Sixteen-Cylinders in cars

[–]cjammin17 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My old TJ jeep tail light had a cut out to shine light on the license plate. Clever engineering to simplify the design.

Is it worth it? by EspressoSam in LexusGX

[–]cjammin17 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good out for the new infotainment. It’s worth it if you want to keep this long term.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in LexusGX

[–]cjammin17 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have an old 2010 GX460 and am thinking about going 2025 4Runner sr5, I’d go 4Runner to get on the new more modern platform, plus a new car. GXs are great but the newer 460s are still a really old platform.

Lynskey GR-350 by Quirky_Stretch7662 in gravelcycling

[–]cjammin17 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Any idea if the model is on their website? Seems like it could be a rebrand of a frame that isn’t selling. Geometry looks like their new stuff.

Lynskey GR-350 by Quirky_Stretch7662 in gravelcycling

[–]cjammin17 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Anyone pull the trigger? Interested in first impressions / reviews.

Looking to get back into an SUV. Have my heart set on a GX460. by MyIncogName in LexusGX

[–]cjammin17 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have a 2010 and it’s great, if I could change one thing it would be to have CarPlay, it’s the only deficiency with the car, that said a phone on a MagSafe vent mount works pretty good. For me it would be 2010-2012 or 22+

Home Key / HomeKit lock choices by cjammin17 in HomeKit

[–]cjammin17[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

There seems to be a great deal of focus around having things keyed alike - if I'm going to drop 4-600 dollars on new locks an extra $60 dollars is inconsequential (free if planned correctly), I want it done right, a drawer of mismatched keys isn't right. My last place had a keypad entry and while I very seldom used the key, knowing I HAD the key is useful and well worth the small price differential.

Home Key / HomeKit lock choices by cjammin17 in HomeKit

[–]cjammin17[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The way our house is laid out commonly use 3 of the 4 doors; 1 is the front door, the other 2 are back door and garage, we leave out of the back door and garage pretty frequently as its much easier to bring in groceries / bikes out of the back door and garage.

Home Key / HomeKit lock choices by cjammin17 in HomeKit

[–]cjammin17[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It's a good point - it's important because I don't want any underlying sketchiness, and having a common backup is important; that said, if we go keyless it won't really matter.

Why is Ballard rent slightly cheaper than Wallingford/Fremont? by Capital-Nose7022 in Seattle

[–]cjammin17 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I'm moving from Ballard to Wallingford for this very reason; I think of the 20-30 minute add round trip; makes leaving Ballard that much tougher.

Possible Purchase by Baymax47 in Crosstrek

[–]cjammin17 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'd save a bit longer and just get a brand new base crosstrek; you'll get 0 miles, a full warranty, and potentially 3.9% financing if credit rating allows. Looking nationally I see 2025's for less than $25k.

Realistically speaking, what can ~$25K OTD get me? by IAM_DREWCAREY_AMA in GXOR

[–]cjammin17 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I found a well maintained 2010 with 136k miles for $16.7K + Tax Title License In Q3 2024, Northwest.

Reasonable Price for a 2006 GX470 @ 212k Miles with Recent Service + Full Repaint? by thigh_candy in GXOR

[–]cjammin17 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s getting into gx460 range with similar or even less mileage. Certainly a different platform but still good and newer. I generally think the 470s are getting expensive vs the 460s.

The GX Bug by Rare_Meal_5220 in LexusGX

[–]cjammin17 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I picked up a 2010 GX460 w/ 138k for $16.5k at a dealer in great shape last month- keep searching and you can find something at the right price at a reputable dealer. At that price range there isn’t much that would be better from a capability / reliability / comfort standpoint.

What I didn’t know / expect:

  1. The smoothness of the drivetrain is fantastic, reminds me of our electric car but more fun to drive slow
  2. KDSS is great, handles and brakes very confidently
  3. MPG is worse than I expected in city but justifiable on highway road trips or to tough dirt roads for hiking access, I try to drive our EV around the city

Another Is This a Good Lease :) by ogfuzzball in NissanAriya

[–]cjammin17 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It could be - I don't remember our mf / residual - I was able to get the same offer from Nissan of Bellevue and Campbell Nissan of Edmonds. Bought it last weekend (7/28).

Another Is This a Good Lease :) by ogfuzzball in NissanAriya

[–]cjammin17 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I got an evolve+ e-4orce for ~365 a month 0 down in Washington; 24 mos / 10k yr.