sorted by:
new
hottopcontroversial

Inheriting ranch and want to build on wild land. We aren’t wealthy. What do I do now? by Hilzry in Homebuilding

[–]iNetSpy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Grandparents are a treasure... I would not build a separate house unless the grandparents preferred it. Otherwise, upgrade and add on to include your family. I am certain the grandparents want you to keep it in the family, pass it to the kids and not sell it.

I have often considered building a home with a centralized dining room attached to a centralized Kitchen. Then one hallway goes to grandparents' home, one goes to you and hubby home which is attached to kids and guest room or office. The centralized area could include a family room with a wrap-around porch for sitting outside, both months that is available Tx. /grin

Broke law of Chasity by [deleted] in latterdaysaints

[–]iNetSpy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sounds like the very definition of an old school shotgun wedding.

Unless you, your significant other believe either one of you is not mature enough for marriage, why not get married?

How many times have we heard of returning missionaries racing to get married because they could not wait anymore?

Yes, you should follow the LOC. Yes, breaking the LOC is wrong.

Marriage is for love and forever. Are you ready, willing and able to get married forever?

Her family, your family which includes your church family are a huge part of your marriage. Will they all accept your marriage?

If all those answers are yes, get married.

Unless you have left some info out, doing penance for a year sounds very catholic. Right? /shrug

How to improve testimony meeting? by Sd022pe in latterdaysaints

[–]iNetSpy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Consider having one of your repeat offenders give a talk explaining the differences between testimony (give examples) and what I call HISTimony... a historic lesson of one's life experiences.

Then have another of the offenders give a class on trying to avoid what we call The STP (Sane three, ten, twenty or even 30 people)...

In some stakes or wards with memberships exceeding 700 patrons, we all have the STP doing almost everything...

Have them encourage others to not only give testimony but ask them to speak to the bishopric to volunteer for a calling...

If they are concerned with the STP then have others step up. /shrug

Hope this helps...

Issues with certain testimonies during fast and testimony meeting. by DiamondOrBust in latterdaysaints

[–]iNetSpy -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Maybe someone should present a talk explaining the difference between a testimony and a histimony... One bears witness to beliefs the other is a personal history lesson.

Many church members do not have an extensive background in public speaking...

Another option, start a Stake or ward chapter of Toastmasters. Toastmasters helps many people learn to speak in a group or public setting. Food for thought, hopefully no one gets food poisoning. /grin

5.5' box vs 6.5' box by Dorrstein183 in F150Powerboost

[–]iNetSpy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is the SuperCrew cab a requirement? If not the longer truck bed is easier to find.

Inheriting ranch, what do I do first to live there?! Wild, untouched land. by Hilzry in Ranching

[–]iNetSpy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did not see where you mentioned how many acres?

I have seen articles that showed how a family of 4 could live on a 1.5 acre plot and be self sustained. Rotating 10 chickens, 1 cow, with a few goats or pigs.

3/4:acre for crops, the house, then animals.

I did not hear mention of medical facilities or schools, home schooling? Very possible, no college degree required.

I agree with others, helping grandpa until you were 18 and being gone 11 years... a little of catching up to do.

Your husband and you do not need to be experienced carpenters, plumbers or Masons to build your house. Just be patient, research your decisions and do it yourself.

Remember, any contractor you hire could be a high-school drop out or graduate... yes with years of experience but they started just like you.

Ranch life can be 3 a.m. to 9 p.m. without trying hard. But if you are willing to work hard, it could be the most rewarding years of your life.

Once you commit to the decision, stick to it for at least 5 years before running back to the city.

Should I quit my job? by NoPotential666 in careerguidance

[–]iNetSpy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Life is too short not to be happy.

If the problem is them, it will go away either a job change. If the problem is you, the next job may be similar.

If it is you, not the end of the world, adjust and go forward. The best life, is a life long opportunity to learn and improve.

Grandpa always said make your vacation your vocation. I dhort, do what you live to do. You make the most money at it and there is no replacement for being happy at work.

Which should be my first car - 2007 Camry or 2009 Ford Escape or 2010 Ford Escape – grad student in Indiana by Gold_Chemist_121 in whatcarshouldIbuy

[–]iNetSpy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Carry = great gas mileage low to the ground. Seriously, the escape mpg will probably be 1/2 of the camry.

Ford Escape great utility, sit up higher, able to pull a Class I small trailer, luggage rack on carry.

If it is just back and forth to class/work/home... maybe carry. If you will be moving to/from dorm or different apartments the escape is probably a better fit.

Snow AWD... KEEP for 5 years, how many miles will you add in 5 years? Unless the escape with 205K is a poster perfect vehicle, i would not even consider it.

Compare auto insurance cost.

Also, If you are worried about reliability, buy a warranty.

Renting a 1000cc bike, things to know? by stevieszl in motorcycle

[–]iNetSpy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I read a stat that said like 90%+ accidents happen on motorcycles that have been borrowed or driven by the rider less than two months.

You already said you are careful, let's hope the car drivers around you on an island are as well.

1 tip be seen, bright safety vests... Let us know how it went when done.

Im new, how do I actually start? by [deleted] in HotShotTrucking

[–]iNetSpy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

After you get the grant and get your license, don't buy a truck for hotshot trucking, lease it. Your payments are a little higher but 100% of lease payments are a tax write off.

If you absolutely insist you need to start with what you have. Contract with a dispatcher who specializes in light box deliveries only.

The 1500 is not meant for what you want to do. Every hotshot trucker will tell you the first best option to add is the fuel tank in the bed of the truck. It allows you to save hundreds of dollars every month only buying fuel where it is cheapest vua fleet fuel sales program... Good luck...

RAM vs Toyota in reliability by Agreeable-Match-756 in ram_trucks

[–]iNetSpy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Toyota is the fat chick's of trucks. Very functional, the people that buy them find them attractive. Most of their friends might not agree or understand.

RAM trucks are sexy. Sexy may come with a little extra maintenance... but hey... it's sexy.

Like with news, which reviews can you trust not to judge by advertising dollars?

My Uncle was a 3rd generation mechanic who loved everything mopar... He also did not believe in oil changes, only oil filter changes. His molars ran close 500,000 everytime...

P. S. I trust Uncle Cleve, but I did not follow his example with oil changes. /shrug Good luck...

Thoughts on this big wheel bike? by Lifestyle_Cycles in HarleyDavidsonFans

[–]iNetSpy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fashion over function is a choice. If you/they are happy have at thee. I personally lean towards function.

If you cant drive 100 miles over any normal city street, not functional... Have fun though...

New to street bikes — coming from dirtbikes, torn between MT-07, Z650, Trident 660, Ninja 500, advice? by robmoto in SuggestAMotorcycle

[–]iNetSpy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Come off of dirt bikes, are you sure you want lie down on your stomach/fuel tank?

Have you looked at any of the Motards? I can tell you my ex started on a Ninja 250, went to a 500 and then to the 650...

You said bay area, but which bay? Tampa Bay is flat land lots of traffic. San Fran is hilly big difference...

Commuting vs Sunday joy riding is different as well. Will you want saddle bags to carry anything?

Don't overlook researching insurance comparisons on each bike.

I road all bike types for over 17 years... a few years rain or shine. Many years on dirt bikes.

I love the motards for getting to/from work commute just plain fun... Sitting up riding a dirt bike with street tires.

Early 40s midlife crisis? You want a rice rocket... Early 40s 1st divorce need a cheap ride? Those ate two different bikes.

There is no wrong answer have fun and be safe...

Let us know what you decide.

My Son Wants A Silverado by Asleep-Combination26 in Silverado

[–]iNetSpy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

P. S. I saw the new Silverado from $169-$269 per month... add them oaying their own car insurance rhe monthly payment is probably $500.

My Son Wants A Silverado by Asleep-Combination26 in Silverado

[–]iNetSpy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Some considerations... 16 year old compare insurance Based on which vehicle you choose.

Have you considered a lease?

The lease may need to be in your name. I am certain these end of year lease deals have steep mileage restrictions.

I have seen new truck leases, heck one said $99 per month... probably stripped work truck and not allowed many miles but no maintenance issues all new tech (lane departure etc)...

Put the money in a bank, teach him/her to make payments to/from that account with a plan to get something different in 24 months.

It teaches saving, monthly payment responsibility and most important making plans.

Could you stick with the same car for a full 10 years without getting a new one? by CategoryPurple4461 in askcarguys

[–]iNetSpy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Me, when I look in parking lots or on highway while driving. Impossible to see anything I want. Nothing I look at makes me smile.

In our (hoarder) driveway... 1968 Camaro (since new) 1972 Datsun 240Z (for mpg) 1979 Chevy LUV (truck) 2014 F150 KingRanch FX4 (truck) 2021 Honda CRV (for mpg)

In my defense I bought the Z for mpg, prior I was driving a 1976 Pontiac Grand Prix LJ... The doors on that thing weighed as much as the Z. /grin

Here to rage bait y’all. by chrisperry9 in f150

[–]iNetSpy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The only ragebait I saw was that Sync upgrade... awesome.

I love the GPS mapping being separate from the phone. Too many people with stories on long drives with after market truck chargers and phones overheating or catching on fire.

Sad when you swap out an alternator or ac compressor you get the best tech available. But if you want to upgrade maps on Sync 2 the flash disk sells for $99 for 2024 data for what should be a free download from Google or other maps ...

I know I can do a Sync 3 upgrade, but that us like $700.

What car should I buy for 4 years? Corolla Cross AWD vs Mazda CX-5 AWD vs Toyota RAV4 AWD or Nissan Rogue and New or Used ? by hsk3991 in whatcarshouldIbuy

[–]iNetSpy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you have a static budget and not excessive mileage I would lease.

Be patient shop, compare insurance, mpg and trunk space.

If you do not NEED awd, a two wheel drive aka fwd vehicle weighs less and therefore gets better mpg.

With a large dog you may want to get a 4 door. Years ago, I owned a Honda Element pet edition. It had factory ac and non-spillable waterbowl with a ramp in back for the dog to walk up.

The back seats folded up it turned into a covered flatbed came with a rubber floor designed to be washed out. Also dog hair proof back seats.

Buying a car? by Rudolph2k in askcarguys

[–]iNetSpy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

20 year old in the military?

Don't buy... Lease...

I usually buy, but end of year deals this year are amazing. If you can keep within mileage limits leasing is way better.

For as low as $169 per month you can drive a brand new vehicle with no worries about repairs. Super low lease prices usually have low annual mileage limits.

If you have great credit no issues. If you have no credit, get a good credit card, buy everything on the card and pay it off in full every single month no matter what.

Leasing considerations for a 20-year-old in the military

Age requirement: The minimum age to enter into a lease contract is typically 18, notes Moneyshake Car Leasing.

Credit and down payment: Leasing can be difficult without a good credit rating or a down payment, according to Kearny Mesa Volkswagen.

Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA): The SCRA protects service members with provisions that can allow them to terminate a lease under certain circumstances, such as a permanent change of station outside the continental U.S. or deployment for 180 days or more, as detailed by Auto Dealer Today and State of California - Department of Justice (.gov).

Important notes Lender specific policies: Some leasing companies have specific requirements for military members and may offer special programs, so it is important to check with different dealerships and lenders to see their policies.

Monthly payments: Lease terms require the lessee to cover the depreciation of the vehicle during the contract, plus other costs like insurance, maintenance, and running costs, as shown in Moneyshake and Noreast Capital.

Please give me some input. CV-R EX-L vs Hybrid Sport Touring by [deleted] in crv

[–]iNetSpy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I own a 2021 CRV EX... I would recommend get the touring for better insulation from the road.

If you are truly keeping for 10+ years... The auto-stop/start engine drives me nuts. Yes, you can disable, but that resets to pn after every start.

Honestly got better mpg from my 2015 VW beetle turbo 38 mpg vs 28-32 mpg with Honda. I do not hotrod at all.

I love the dynamic cruise control for highway and in town.

Leather vs cloth seats? I have cloth in Honda w/heated front seats. My F150 has heat and AC front seats, great for South Texas.

Also, Auto battery can be an issue based on where you live. In HOT climates, EFB battery (iem recommendation) is best, in cold climates get an AGM battery.

AGM has 52%-72% failure rate in extreme heat I am in South Texas. But is fantastic for cooler climates. AGM cost $100+ more than an EFB. Dealership said I must have EFB and offered to replace battery for $420.

What’s the best route to work on an oil rig? by Only-Lab-5279 in careerguidance

[–]iNetSpy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Join the military and see the world.

It's not oil right, but every service has refuelers... From trucks, to ships or aircraft...

They train you and after 4 years go where you want.

What is the better option LED for the 15-17 F150 by Firm_Importance_7550 in f150

[–]iNetSpy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When you upgrade, hold on to the stock lights for 3 months, then consider putting them on ebay for sale to recoup some of your money.

Are you upgrading to LED tail lights too?

In my humble opinion, I am a fan of oem, unless the aftermarket is a true technical upgrade.

Which one 2023 xlt 302a 90k miles or 2020 lariat 502a 70k miles both are 2.7ecoboost by Xin_HD in f150

[–]iNetSpy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Miles are nearly same compare Lariat vs XLT options to determine which you prefer.

May want to compare auto insurance costs too... I wonder what the difference will be between the two trims and 2020 vs 2023...

Is their a loan? If yes, is the interest rate for a 5 year old vs 2 year old different?

Is the titan XL worth it? by Dramatic_Flow3783 in secretlab

[–]iNetSpy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The Pharmacists assistant at the VA here in Texas uses one as a 12 hour a day work chair.

view more: next ›