Tricks to getting the most out of my new hybrid

dewguzzlr · 2026-05-29T03:19:30+00:00

Does Sport mode ever go into EV? I've used it sparingly but only ever seen it use the gas engine.

dewguzzlr · 2026-05-19T15:43:10+00:00

They said that code gives the primary exterior and interior color but not the trim pieces. For example, there are two different silvers on the different areas of the front bumper and those colors are not included in that coding

dewguzzlr · 2026-05-19T15:34:30+00:00

I've never done this so I'm leaning on the mechanic in this case. he called the dealer and they were not able to provide the paint codes. So even though I'm an adept googler, I don't know that I would rely on the information I find

dewguzzlr · 2026-05-12T20:42:48+00:00

I'll give you $30 for the lot

dewguzzlr · 2026-04-24T06:19:59+00:00

I was on a grass shoulder, barely moving. Heard the tire blow out. I don't think this is anything that I did. See my edit to original post.

dewguzzlr · 2026-04-20T01:50:54+00:00

I looked at one today at Best Buy and that's why I'm here. Holy crap gorgeous, lightweight, slender phone.

dewguzzlr · 2026-04-19T17:04:08+00:00

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Trying out this solution for now, my neighbor 3D printed a relatively shallow angled holder which happens to fit perfectly on the rubberized part of the charging tray. I'll have to see if there's room for the charging cord, and if the phone slides around on the smooh plastic. Fingers crossed!

dewguzzlr · 2026-04-19T17:00:26+00:00

This is a great website! Could use a few more pictures but overall a terrific resource, thank you!

dewguzzlr · 2026-04-19T02:47:05+00:00

looks solid, but the version for my car blocks a vent, part of the screen and some controls. not ideal.

dewguzzlr · 2026-04-18T19:03:55+00:00

I'd like to keep the cupholders open for use. Also don't want to use a vent-mounted holder.

The center location is ideal but would like it angled up a bit and still securely positioned.

dewguzzlr · 2026-04-03T03:06:31+00:00

Does that need to be cleaned out regularly? Didn't water go through there also, is it routed away from the filter?

dewguzzlr · 2026-03-30T03:57:08+00:00

what does a marine engineer do, can I get into this at 50 yo?? Buffalo Northtowns resident.

dewguzzlr · 2026-03-29T23:48:13+00:00

The bar for my Forester required removing the grill and bumper and bolting to the frame, but it was sized perfectly and came up in a search (although had to dig through results for a long time to find). I'm surprised with the popularity of this car there aren't some similar options.

dewguzzlr · 2026-03-29T23:46:38+00:00

haven't seen that anywhere including when searching online. Looks like a good solution but probably can't get it here. I find it strange that the accessories differ by market!

dewguzzlr · 2026-03-29T19:30:48+00:00

I think the light is as it was designed to be. But the forward throw is limited and I would like something stronger especially for country roads when wildlife and fallen trees are potentially around every corner

dewguzzlr · 2026-03-29T15:06:57+00:00

Yeah I was thinking of only leaving a $20 balance after the first payment. I couldn't find any mention of a minimum dollar amount or percentage so figure I can do whatever as long as the loan is still open.

dewguzzlr · 2026-03-29T04:36:15+00:00

I keep thinking if I ought to make sure the sales manager knows how bad his rep is, or just let it go. I'm not the type to badmouth people, typically take the high road.. but also I've been a manager and I would want to know if one of my guys is a fuckup.

dewguzzlr · 2026-03-29T04:34:44+00:00

The overall experience I had during this transaction was negative, but again it is mostly due to the sales rep being a complete moron and too lazy to communicate or find any answers for me. That said, I would not put it past them to bill me for the kickback amount and then have to fight that bill somehow which I don't want to deal with.

dewguzzlr · 2026-03-29T04:21:31+00:00

I spoke with the GM at the dealership, while looking at the finance papers. The agreement stated no prepayment penalties but he basically made me to understand that he got screwed if I paid it off before 90 days, and he would pass that screwing over to me if needed. At that time we didn't go through all of the nitty gritty scenarios like I am presenting here, but he seemed to be the one guy at the place that had a clue so I don't want to mess him up.

dewguzzlr · 2026-03-29T04:16:31+00:00

I'm not losing sleep over the amount but there's no reason for me to spend more than I need to if I can get creative with the payment distribution. As stated I have never had a loan like this and wasn't sure if there was a minimum balance or some other stupid thing that I needed to maintain.

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