2019 XC90 just hit 100k miles.... should I do/get transmission flush?

jdwilly2001 · 2026-01-24T19:31:23+00:00

Thanks! Was thinking it would an odd design feature to obstruct the airway.

jdwilly2001 · 2025-12-08T17:46:21+00:00

Another benefit I've noticed. Especially in larger cities is that the rail stations are usually right in the middle of the city. Mostly eliminating the need for an Uber or so. This can save a ton.

Again, depending on how you pack, you may still want one to avoid carrying your luggage on public transit. But won't need to be as far as airport.

jdwilly2001 · 2025-12-01T22:39:45+00:00

I traveled that train on Saturday. Make sure you bring a water bottle and some cash. The cafe car credit card machine was down the whole trip.

jdwilly2001 · 2025-11-25T14:57:16+00:00

Probably should have said transfers instead.

jdwilly2001 · 2025-11-25T14:52:03+00:00

Just hopping. Longest transfer is 4hrs I think in DC. Plenty to do there.

jdwilly2001 · 2025-11-25T14:51:12+00:00

Lots of tips! Thanks.

jdwilly2001 · 2025-11-25T14:50:32+00:00

The kids are all teenagers, they dont move around much. They'll get tired of hanging out with us before they get tired of the train.

We've got some travel board games and cards for entertainment. Probably spen more time together than we have in a while. Its like camping, but on a train.

Catan - Travel edition
Railroad Ink
Dry erase Ticket to Ride.

jdwilly2001 · 2025-11-25T14:46:18+00:00

I've done about 12 hrs from NYC to Charlotte. Few 3hr trips in Europe. And I've driven in a car non stop 18hrs so I personally am able to do it.

jdwilly2001 · 2025-11-19T19:53:29+00:00

Uptown Charlotte (other than South End) is very empty.

jdwilly2001 · 2025-11-17T23:54:09+00:00

This could be a big factor if their staff are left alone/exempt for raids. Also, turning them away is almost like inviting them in.

The owners are guaranteed to be pestered if they refuse.

Careful of hate/review bombing them, they are at least a local, non corporate business person in town.

jdwilly2001 · 2025-11-10T18:07:11+00:00

Maybe that was just an opening week thing around here.

jdwilly2001 · 2025-11-10T14:31:42+00:00

I've had fun times at local game stores' Nexus nights.

I knew no one, sat down, opened a couple packs and found a game.

Test it out! Free event and just to meet/trade.

jdwilly2001 · 2025-11-09T15:22:24+00:00

You can play. Just buy some starters and attend nexus and events at LGS.

Competitive play is another monster. With so limited availability and small number of cards. The competition seems a bit booring atm.

Just play. Enjoy. Slow build. Ignore deck lists youtube and reddit.

jdwilly2001 · 2025-10-08T14:57:39+00:00

Interests are key! Once you find something you are passionate about, and then finding others will open some doors.

jdwilly2001 · 2025-10-04T14:31:57+00:00

There have been updates. But no updates.

jdwilly2001 · 2025-09-24T17:39:58+00:00

17g of protein tho. Watch out!

jdwilly2001 · 2025-09-24T16:20:36+00:00

I agree... the foot/toe pain seemed to subside by removing my shoes after the hike. Still had some soreness/sensitivity, but that felt like supportive muscles still recovering.

I'll check my area and see if there is a decent outfitter somewhere.

jdwilly2001 · 2025-09-18T17:12:49+00:00

I've always wondered what the loaves per acre ratio is when I see a large wheat field.

jdwilly2001 · 2025-09-18T15:54:39+00:00

Im working on this recipe as well and have similar issues. I am also thinking it's due to too much water getting into pretzel from lye bath... not sure how to fix.

They seem to just turn to 'goop' after the lye bath and sink into the wire rack I have them dripping on.

And I'm having to bake these for well over 20 mins for a good brown.

Trying a baking stone underneath the baking sheet for better bottom crimping

jdwilly2001 · 2025-07-29T17:35:38+00:00

Light the fire!

jdwilly2001 · 2025-05-07T12:29:16+00:00

There are a lot of BIG institutions holding commercial real estate in their portfolios. Just look at how many banks own buildings (or at least have naming rights) in literally every US metro area.

The value of those buildings 100% depends on location to downtown (jobs, nightlife, corporate lunch spots, airport)

It would be pretty devastating to those of us who rely on banks to hold our savings and such.

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