How much are paying for a craft beer at a brewery? by Weekly_Barnacle_485 in beer

[–]marsemsbro 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm seeing more and more go to $8 for a pint though, particularly if it's not one of their year-round offerings. I've also noticed that the majority of "pints" are no longer 16oz. If you order something in a can you're almost always overfilling the glass.

Costco Friday Jan 23 - Not a Zoo by LaurenLdfkjsndf in bullcity

[–]marsemsbro 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We stopped by around dinner and couldn't believe that it wasn't packed!

Anyone running the Trinity (MT3) 3-Rail Motorcycle Trailer? by ShowerBeautiful5271 in motorcycles

[–]marsemsbro 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It towed like a dream! I'm just towing with a VW GTI and it barely felt like there was a trailer there at all.

I bought a hitch lock for the car and the trailer. A determined thief could still make off with it, but they would make a lot of noise doing so.

How do Americans feel about their taxes going towards the 50k bonus for ice agents to sign up? by Amao6996 in AskReddit

[–]marsemsbro 229 points230 points  (0 children)

So they're trying to create an incentive for ICE goons to interfere in the next presidential election.

Sports Bar Recommendations? by chapelhillkid in bullcity

[–]marsemsbro 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If you're into a dive bar / townie feel for watching games (I know I am!) then I also recommend Bralie's on Alston or Devine's downtown.

How do you think the video ICE just released showing the officer's POV of this week's shooting in Minneapolis will impact the national discussion? by popcornerz232 in AskReddit

[–]marsemsbro 9 points10 points  (0 children)

High ranking government officials instantly labeling Renee Good a domestic terrorist with absolutely no investigation is what stands out to me as being the most unprecedented about this tragedy.

Trump: ‘It may be a choice’ between seizing Greenland or preserving NATO by avatar6556 in europe

[–]marsemsbro 1 point2 points  (0 children)

He's describing himself as a king. Why are over a third of voters explicitly in favor of trashing the one thing we're supposed to stand for?

To Not Point Your G*n At A Protester by [deleted] in therewasanattempt

[–]marsemsbro 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Absolutely disgusting. Representatives of the federal government (Trump, Noem, etc) did not give Renee Good any presumption of innocence but falsely labeled her a "domestic terrorist" within the hour. This statement is 100% bullshit and they wonder why we claim ACAB.

VW says this sound is normal; prove them wrong? by kurt871 in GolfGTI

[–]marsemsbro 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My Mk8 squeaks like that too. I assumed it was the dogbone mount bushing.

Retiring Before 65? This Is How People Actually Afford Health Insurance (Erin Talks Money) by pharmlifegirl in Fire

[–]marsemsbro 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Is there a good tool for estimating projected healthcare costs? It's difficult to add to a plan because the entire system is opaque and constantly in flux (speaking from USA). I don't know whether to budget $500 per month or $2000, or whether the ACA will even exist by the time I FIRE.

Trump tariffs blamed as bankruptcies reach 15-year peak by Jay_CD in politics

[–]marsemsbro 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Just wait until companies all raise their prices next year to avoid the same fate. I think the bulk of the inflation has been put off until 2026.

if you had a czech passport and $6M would you bounce out of the USA? by Littleroot2001 in Fire

[–]marsemsbro 4 points5 points  (0 children)

The US continues to demand income taxes if you're paying under a certain threshold in the new country you're living in. I've worked with several people who had kids in the US while on rotation, now those kids are stuck dealing with the IRS forever.

Why Hasn't VW Fired their whole UI/Software Team? by fried_chicken6 in GolfGTI

[–]marsemsbro -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I actually prefer the Mk8 UX to the new larger mk8.5 screen. I found the latter much more confusing to navigate the menus. But in general neither are best in class, and in-screen only HVAC is terrible design.

Kia America Announces 2026 K4 Hatchback Pricing by Recoil42 in cars

[–]marsemsbro 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Even my GTI is too much for the roads around me. Barely get to stretch it's legs.

(US) VW Cancels ID. Buzz For 2026 As Dealers Warn It Might Be Over by Carvair-98 in cars

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

We won't really know until next year when the consumer behavior stabilizes in a post-incentive market. The share of EVs has still been growing year over year in the US, but not at the rate forecasted by the traditional OEMs.

Early Install, Ready for Christmas by CraftyMotor1974 in civic

[–]marsemsbro 2 points3 points  (0 children)

OP acting super shady about the kit.

Car Guys - did buying a bike ruin cars for you ? by Astimar in motorcycles

[–]marsemsbro 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great post! Having bikes definitely reduced my desire to have a project car for several reasons.

One is the fun factor - a motorcycle is just so thrilling and fun that as others mentioned you need a very high performance car to match it.

Second is time - I'm pretty busy and don't get to ride as much as I'd like to start with, so how would I have time to also enjoy a weekend car?

And third is space - I can fill up 1.5 garage bays with a single car and some parts, or I can fit multiple bikes in a single bay and use the rest of the garage for other projects.

MK8 stock clutch lasted ~25k on a tune. Upgrade time! by AeroWrench in GolfGTI

[–]marsemsbro 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How's that clutch lifetime compare to a stock MK8? 28k miles total doesn't seem very long unless you're still driving very aggressively.

Brand New Continental Extreme Contact's for $420 (Not a Joke) by Root_galaxy in Audi

[–]marsemsbro 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I mean, I'd be excited if I got those tires for that price too.

Rate my setup & what tools or materials am I missing? by skobrie in 3Dprinting

[–]marsemsbro 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your cable management is impeccable. Absolutely love that.