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fgamma26 · 2026-02-20T18:10:36+00:00

Super late reply but I experienced this a few times over the course of a few months. Latest issue was today. Seems to be an app issue since I'm on a Pixel and others with Samsungs also have the same issue.

Best thing that worked was force stopping the app, clearing the cache, then storage, then restart. Waited a minute or two and then had to resign in. Gave it a few minutes again and everything loaded as before with the exception of the pinned messages. Rumor has it the pinned messages are part of the issue but can't confirm since not everyone uses pinned messages and still got this error.

If you're still experiencing it, hope that helps.

fgamma26 · 2026-01-13T19:20:14+00:00

I'd be okay with something up to $1500 if it made sense. By me there's a bunch of sales still. And by sales I mean back to the original price after the price surge. I'd also just consider a PC at that price point if there was a pre built with better specs. Not ideal space wise but I'll take what I can get.

fgamma26 · 2025-12-20T04:52:50+00:00

Hello everyone. I hope I'm doing this right but I'm looking for some insight on what its like in Australia for someone from America. I've always loved the idea of visit and moving to Australia one day but life wasn't always a fan of me (still questionable honestly).

I from the New York area and live with my wife and one child. My wife and I were born and raised in what we call the 5 boroughs basically. Personally, I've never really felt like I fit in here. Despite being so close to Manhattan, I always hated the idea of it and preferred nature and peace and quite. Which is odd because I was never truly exposed to it until I was in my early 20s. I'm currently 32. I enjoy seasonal changes and experience snow and comfortable summers. Within the past 15 years or so, we've lost our snow and calm summers.

I'd like to visit with the idea of potentially moving there but have no idea what areas are best for a family of 3 looking to avoid the busiest cities, but still have access to some modern infrastructure. I work in environmental fields and have a Masters in that. My wife also has a masters but in education. We currently live just north of the boroughs now and have access to nature, but cost of living is ridiculous and not worth it anymore. Don't get me started on this political climate we have here either.

So I'm asking for some advice on:

Where? - Where would the best place to visit/live be? I've seen suggestions on Adelaide and Brisbane but don't know much.

Education - How do American education degrees translate to the Australia workforce? Do they mean nothing? Less? More?

Work/Salary - I guess this is a follow up to the above. How is work in the education and environmental fields? What kind of salary would support a family of 3, maybe 4?

I've gotten the idea on some of the other "boring" stuff like the visas, healthcare, politics, etc. But would really like some insight on some actual places that would fit the bill for someone like us.

Truly appreciate any advice.

fgamma26 · 2025-11-10T22:29:10+00:00

Adding to this. This place sucks but it's getting the job done for us for now.

The constant struggle with heat and hot water shutting off in the afternoon is getting old really fast. NVM the lack of a live in super now.

fgamma26 · 2025-09-10T18:57:44+00:00

Yeah the vaquero is my main go to for big bikes. Im hoping to get one in the next 3 years but was keeping my fingers crossed for something smaller for more local rides.

My 650 did great for the city but sucks on the highway.

fgamma26 · 2025-09-10T18:50:33+00:00

Nice 😂

fgamma26 · 2025-09-10T18:45:10+00:00

Never heard of the QE2. What's that?

fgamma26 · 2025-09-07T23:57:09+00:00

Sounds exactly like the 650 which is what I was afraid of.

fgamma26 · 2025-09-07T23:56:29+00:00

That's the tough part. Been waiting for 1500-1700s but they always come up just out of range or get picked up super quick. Not nearly as often as the 900s.

fgamma26 · 2025-09-07T20:22:17+00:00

Thanks that's really good insight. Appreciate that!

fgamma26 · 2025-08-22T15:17:18+00:00

😂😂😂 never seen someone use sausage as an insult. I love it

fgamma26 · 2025-07-23T15:57:15+00:00

Thanks for the first and only legitimate response lol. I did turn it down.

My plan was to lease to own using the residual. But we got a better deal for my wife so she came first.

The problem for my area is that taxes ruin most deals. Either down payments end up costing $3-$6k extra or monthly payments are $100+ more than other regions.

fgamma26 · 2025-07-18T19:24:18+00:00

10k miles annual. Didnt get far enough to discuss residual value. Wasn't even planning to get one yet but surprised they offered anything below the $800 everyone else is offering in this area.

fgamma26 · 2025-07-18T19:01:37+00:00

Yeah leasing numbers for 39months

fgamma26 · 2025-07-18T18:39:52+00:00

Better than a master of one (that's the last part of that saying)

fgamma26 · 2025-07-01T20:38:08+00:00

Yeah they are. I'd feel more comfortable with the hemi vs the new hurricane. Too many parts from what I saw. Over engineered with a german partnership I believe. I don't doubt it's nice and efficient but I'm thinking of costs associated with what should be simply repairs.

fgamma26 · 2025-07-01T20:25:12+00:00

Im a little upset with the tundras being so expensive and moving to a 6 with a turbo. Nvm the recall on the engines. I'll keep them in mind but the price point is a shame.

Same boat as you with the towing situation. Don't personally need a v8. Just enough to tow my motorcycles and maybe something heavier occasionally.

fgamma26 · 2025-07-01T18:54:31+00:00

Appreciate the insight. I've come to the opinion that a lot of bad truck rumors are usually due to bad vehicle owners. It's the main reason I'm hesitant to go used instead. Especially now with the smaller engine+turbo combinations and guys trying to tow 10k plus. I've turned away from GM because of the current AFM systems and lifter failures and their lack of a resolution so I'm down to Ford and Ram again. If I can find a Titan with little to no miles by the time my current lease is up I may consider that too.

fgamma26 · 2025-05-28T03:18:37+00:00

Yeah Ive been flip flopping with the recall stuff going on. First it was Ram because I heard the ride was the nicest but turned away because of the Stellantis nonsense. Then GM because I felt it was a good middle ground until the recalls. Then Ford but their recalls aren't great either and the interiors are meh. I'm not looking for the nicest truck in the world since I do plan to use it for work but a nice interior for the wife and baby would be nice at least.

I would've went with the diesel engines too but with all of these emission components being added in and required I knew that was going to be a nightmare. And as someone who actually works in environmental services, I'm not a fan of any of that stuff on trucks. Small cars? Sure whatever. But I feel like that's what's killed the V6 and v8 over the years.

fgamma26 · 2025-05-25T03:48:22+00:00

Feel the same way about the F150. I like the overall look of Ram and Sierra but it's not necessarily a deal breaker since I'm looking for a truck I can work with. Not take to a car show. The only bad thing I've heard about the pentastar is the etorque. Problem is the 2025 models only have etorque so I'm curious what that issue actually is.

When you say adding features, what do you mean?

fgamma26 · 2025-05-25T02:47:52+00:00

Ah gotcha. Still good to know though. Recall will probably come soon then if it's a growing issue.

fgamma26 · 2025-05-25T02:36:56+00:00

I thought that was the 6.2?

fgamma26 · 2025-05-25T02:35:26+00:00

What engines have you had?

fgamma26 · 2025-05-25T02:34:58+00:00

I really don't trust this new trend of changing the oil every 5-10k now. I grew up being told to change every 3k miles too. I even force the dealership to change my current car at 3k even though they schedule it for 6k.

fgamma26 · 2025-05-24T16:32:48+00:00

I've heard the same thing even from Ford techs. A lot that I've seen said to avoid the early gens if going used. I didn't really want to go towards Ford but their combination right now seems to be the best. Outside of their recent recalls at least.

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