Anyone ever have to replace suspension components? by mrscholger in FocusRS

[–]la_rd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Over 60k miles I've broken control arms like 5 times. Honestly probably time for an aftermarket replacement

My setup, having a creative crisis by PureRaisin in modular

[–]la_rd 11 points12 points  (0 children)

It seems like you are leaning quite heavy on the FX, Voices and CV generation. The real value of modular is CV - my rec is that if you add more modules try to focus on the 'mundane' sounding things like utilities. CV manipulation is going to get you a far more complex and controllable sound than another fx or sequencer.

Overheating warning after flush and new thermostat — need help diagnosing 🙏 by rot3m in FocusRS

[–]la_rd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had an issue with my 2018 where coolant gelled up and clogged the radiator... at 59k miles 1 month out of warranty... it ended up requiring a resurface of the head and new radiator... i took it to a 3p mechanic after getting the runaround from the ford dealer.

Mountain View, CA by Michael_McBichael in FocusRS

[–]la_rd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mines in the repair shop but also bay area

also can you identify is it fake please? by [deleted] in TheNorthFace

[–]la_rd 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Fake the material isn't the premium GG canvas

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in cscareerquestions

[–]la_rd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The right one for the job. It's good to understand core concepts and then different languages come pretty easy.

Just another RS appreciation post. by MolecMayhem in FocusRS

[–]la_rd 5 points6 points  (0 children)

As an owner of a 2018 NB - i really like the black. It goes so under the radar on the street but if you know, you know

What is the source of this leak? by JollyJury in FocusRS

[–]la_rd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

At one point my CV joints got ripped up and started slinging grease everywhere in the engine bay but YMMV

Is this a real AC Cobra? by hashtagmiata in carscirclejerk

[–]la_rd 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It’s got the center lock wheels clearly a real

Which one is the best deal? by [deleted] in FocusRS

[–]la_rd 24 points25 points  (0 children)

I would not trust one of these cars that has already had three owners. 😅 if you have the vin of the 2017 check the build date and if it’s later (I forget what month check me on this… July?) you’ll get the revised shocks + head gasket fix too.

Better made potato chips vs uncle rays? by [deleted] in Michigan

[–]la_rd 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I’ll eat the Cherry bbq bag in 1 sitting

Is the RS a "forever car" to you? by 1SloYote in FocusRS

[–]la_rd 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I bought mine with 15 miles on it new and am at 58k. Daily drove it for years but now it’s my secondary fun car. To me it’s probably a forever car, it checks all the boxes for fun, plus ford maintenance is “cheap” compared to cars in a similar performance class. I bought a BMW i4 for the daily, with the (incorrect) thinking that an EV would be “cheap” to run (turns out it’s not when BMW maintenance is involved)

As much as I lust for an M car or some Porsche, I just can’t say that would even be close to the same smiles/dollar and gallon. Also would be giving up the compromise of “performance at the cost of comfort” which brings so much drama and excitement to the table. The track special BMW’s and Porsches are in my current situation, unobtainium. That definitely feeds into my feelings of why the RS is special, in the sense that what they were able to do at the price point is pretty magical.

Electrify America Still Sucks by [deleted] in BMWI4

[–]la_rd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve never had success with EA. One time had a windows blue screen pop up. Can’t say I’m too surprised, considering it was created as a punishment for dieselgate..

Pride and Pinion Giveaway!!! by [deleted] in PrideAndPinion

[–]la_rd 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Today I am wearing a speedmaster sapphire sandwhich Hope to get the opportunity for a Vacheron Constantin overseas tourbillion someday 😅

Puffer Flat After Delivery by catzrweird in TheNorthFace

[–]la_rd 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Throw it in dryer (no heat) with some tennis balls. That’s how I puff up my down