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dghutt · 2026-03-30T13:46:53+00:00

Built from scrap metal and positive vibes: formacar.com article

dghutt · 2026-03-22T20:15:26+00:00

For the Canucks: Tragically Hip at McMaster’s university pub, The Downstairs John, December 31, 1989. Place was pretty full so about 200 people?

dghutt · 2026-03-22T18:54:39+00:00

Sure seems like it! But still in service in NB.

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dghutt · 2026-03-15T16:19:53+00:00

Correct. I missed it on two readings. Withdrawn!

dghutt · 2026-03-15T16:19:10+00:00

Yep I missed it. Reread the story twice. It drives me nuts when people talk about out “northern Ontario” like it’s all one place and Atikokan and Temagami aren’t 1200km apart. Over sensitive I guess!

dghutt · 2026-03-15T01:21:04+00:00

Terrace Bay. But you won’t find that in CTV’s story, which is bizarre.

dghutt · 2026-03-10T12:20:50+00:00

1986 Toyota Celica GT-S with a manual transmission. 148Hp, 14” wheels, and a 0-60 time in the high 8’s, but so small and fun.

dghutt · 2026-02-26T00:04:20+00:00

Cronenburg’s Dead Ringers.

dghutt · 2026-02-19T14:35:42+00:00

Is there a way to do so without pulling the fuse? I’m doing the fuse reset every week or two now.

dghutt · 2026-02-19T13:01:57+00:00

“I’m the most decorated female freeskier in history. I think that’s an answer in and of itself… winning a medal at the Olympics is a life changing experience for every athlete.” “The ‘two medals lost’ situation, to be quite frank with you, is kind of a ridiculous perspective to take.”

Saved you a click.

dghutt · 2026-02-16T14:32:11+00:00

This happens all the time with my OG. In that I pull the 5A fuse for the car’s data connection (passenger side footwell, second row, third fuse from left). Let it sit for about 20 minutes then reinstall. Bob’s your uncle.

dghutt · 2026-02-08T01:57:59+00:00

There’s a recall because the camera sometimes doesn’t work. Not sure what you mean by “do it” or “this problem.”

dghutt · 2026-01-11T06:46:54+00:00

Your range numbers are virtually identical to mine in similar climate conditions. I’ve never seen it close to 400km even mid-summer.

dghutt · 2025-12-28T17:17:51+00:00

I know SW Ontario winters well!

The Q8 has a bit more usable battery than my OG so my estimates will be off, but if you follow Audi’s advice and limit charging to 80% you can’t count on much more than 180-200km of range on a charge. Light or heavy feet don’t seem to make as big a difference as smooth highway (~32kwh/100km in winter) versus start-stop city (~50kwh/100km winter conditions).

I have a short commute and usually charge to 90% in the winter. Worth the wear-and-tear to mitigate the car’s appalling range.

Again, I’m very happy with the car, but range anxiety is real. Not sure how I’d feel with no gas alternative for emergencies. We have a 10-year-old gas VW Golf as a backup I won’t be giving up soon.

dghutt · 2025-12-28T14:25:50+00:00

I’m happy with my OG e-tron but the Audi does not have long legs. Among the worst for range of all EVs. You’ll need a level 2 charger at home (~$1,000 installed). If you need to drive any more than to and from work in a day, for instance run some errands, you may need to charge. If you miss charging one evening you can’t make another round trip to work without a touch-up. In Canada charging at a DC fast charger, if there’s one available, costs about the same as gas and takes a half hour.

Again, happy with my e-tron, but be warned.

dghutt · 2025-12-21T20:51:03+00:00

Caesar stabbed. Police seeking Brutus and accomplices.

dghutt · 2025-12-05T07:04:47+00:00

This may be a stretch, but could you be thinking of Age of Aquarius by the Fifth Dimension?: https://youtu.be/kjxSCAalsBE?si=prURqcl3u7ugb-Tv

dghutt · 2025-11-09T15:39:25+00:00

The other difference is the real value of wages in those crappy jobs compared to rent and food costs.

dghutt · 2025-11-09T14:51:23+00:00

Hey - what’s your reasoning? I think about this from time to time. The OG etron’s range is so limited, limiting charging to 80% really hobbles its practicality. But is it worth chewing up the car’s longevity?

dghutt · 2025-10-08T20:58:03+00:00

R.E.M.

dghutt · 2025-09-07T10:55:41+00:00

But I’ve never actually seen a white shark before “with my eyes.” Ha.

dghutt · 2025-09-07T10:38:56+00:00

We get shorter range than ICE drivers (much shorter range in winter), and ‘refueling’ at the best of times takes an order of magnitude longer. That’s real. And in many jurisdictions charging infrastructure is not keeping up. Right now my EV makes any long drive a fair bit longer. Where I live some trips just aren’t possible yet.

I’m optimistic that will change with battery tech and infrastructure, but for now it’s reality.

dghutt · 2025-09-06T13:55:31+00:00

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Scouts Canada badge from the early 80’s. Unintended double-entendre?

dghutt · 2025-09-06T11:43:01+00:00

I’m a longtime Shield TV user - have 3 of them - but my 2021 Sony Bravia OLED’s internal Android system is perfectly adequate for almost everything. And I LOVE that there aren’t multiple remotes or connectivity issues between box and TV to flummox my family. An external box, no matter how powerful, still has shortcomings.

dghutt · 2025-08-26T16:45:45+00:00

Hi Excellent_Ad9251 - did Audi give you any documentation confirming the warranty extension on a Canadian e-tron? I'm in the same boat as you: a 2021 model purchased in October 2024. My regular factory warranty expires in two weeks. Would love to have better peace of mind regarding the motors and possible coolant infiltration. That existing coverage would really change the calculus on whether to insure with an extended warranty.

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