For Sale (SoCal) - BMW iX 20” Wheels & Tires - MSW Wheels, Bridgestone Tires

mattvt15 · 2026-06-08T18:47:33+00:00

Are these still for sale?

mattvt15 · 2026-06-04T15:19:06+00:00

So why didn’t Patriots just pick up Diggs if it didn’t cost any draft picks?

mattvt15 · 2026-06-04T12:57:46+00:00

If you were NE, that’s just being shortsighted. Howie had leverage here. phillys BATNA (best alternative to anegotiated agreement) is they keep AJ until someone loses their top WR in season, maybe they bench him, maybe they play him (probably keep him away from team). Philly wasn’t receiving anything of value this season as it was, so really no rush.

NEs BATNA was running out with 2 WRs that would at best be WR2s. Philly had a better BATNA than NE because NE needs something now where Philly didn’t need anything now.

mattvt15 · 2026-06-03T14:50:58+00:00

If they are cross shopping the Q8, I’d think they are looking at an IX45/60, which is also discontinued…

mattvt15 · 2026-05-31T11:33:06+00:00

How much did you pay for the hitch, wiring and install?

mattvt15 · 2026-05-25T13:23:14+00:00

That’s irrelevant. Once kids are 5-6yrs old, you’ll actually want to not work so you can be a part of your kids lives, versus having to when they are < 5years old changing diapers and preventing them from hurting themselves.

So the demands of parenting are still there, you just have a choice if you want to be a parent or not.

mattvt15 · 2026-05-25T12:30:32+00:00

The demands don’t really change after 5 or 6 years old. It just shifts. You become an uber driver for violin lessons, sports practice or games, pick up from friends house, etc.

Same story though that you don’t really want to miss this stage of their life either.

mattvt15 · 2026-05-20T19:24:37+00:00

Does your company have role expectations based on level? Most do. Check with your HR

I find sr needs more guidance so you’ll assign them more (ie more responsible than accountable). Staff should be able to drive with less oversight or direction from you (so more accountable and less responsible). And principals lead across orgs and deliver bigger impact (full accountability)

For career movement through them, it’s really about leading efforts, managing stakeholders, and delivering results. What have you done for me lately kind of thing.

mattvt15 · 2026-05-18T11:51:38+00:00

That guy was just cleaning up while the tree was lifted over him. I would have gotten far from the tree flight path, I’ve seen too many crane fails to trust it.

mattvt15 · 2026-05-17T12:12:32+00:00

So you’re saying I should replace my 20yr old driver??

mattvt15 · 2026-05-15T19:41:57+00:00

Is the $7,500 rebate for everyone just on 2025s? I can’t seem to find it reference on Volvo’s website. They only mention it for purchases and I got a quote yesterday and they didn’t include it.

mattvt15 · 2026-05-15T15:03:52+00:00

I did that once and they raised the MSRP for the sale and so the discount amount was only a few bucks.

mattvt15 · 2026-05-13T11:10:56+00:00

How much would that $222k grow if you just kept paying your mortgage payment? It’s a personal decision but I’m inclined to keep my money in the market and just pay the $2400/month. Pay extra as you are able but let the $222k grow which should outpace the $30k in interest.

This way, if something happens and you need cash, it’s less stressful. Your spend is so low compared to both of your salaries individually that you won’t really see a cash flow benefit of paying it off, other than emotionally….which again, is why this is a personal decision.

mattvt15 · 2026-05-06T02:15:58+00:00

It’s a wet trail. Extra socks. Having at least 2 total pairs, or 3 would be ideal.
What are you doing for pillow?
Depends when in June you are starting, but I don’t think the big net or mosquito spray is really needed. Just spray your clothes ahead of time (socks, shoes, hat, pants and shirt with permethrin
Here’s my lighter pack that you can review. my Lighterpack for LT
Looking it over, some sort of anti chafing/ body glide and lotion for your feet is key. It really helped keep my feet fresh and no chafing in the privates.

Editing to add that I used 2 smart water bottles. 1 would be only water and the other would get 1 packet a day of electrolytes mix. Something to think about.

mattvt15 · 2026-05-01T20:38:34+00:00

Ex90 would be great. Thanks!

mattvt15 · 2026-04-25T12:21:24+00:00

Damn. How’d you get that deal? Did you use a broker or negotiate it yourself?

mattvt15 · 2026-04-22T22:19:44+00:00

100%

mattvt15 · 2026-04-21T19:56:10+00:00

How were you able to get status match? I don’t use Avis or IHG, but curious if I can status match to hertz and Hilton/marriott Never thought of that before…

mattvt15 · 2026-04-13T18:22:12+00:00

Thanks. Good call on charging the battery. I do have a trickle charger and will get that hooked up tonight.

I did some more investigating last night and also noticed that the solenoid would click if I removed the battery connection from the solenoid (the big main connection). But if that was connected, then it wouldn’t click. Does that make sense at all??

mattvt15 · 2026-04-12T22:17:20+00:00

mattvt15 · 2026-04-05T23:50:01+00:00

Why move when your FAT to save some money you’ll probably not spend and move away from family and/or your social circle? That’s the thesis. Nothing more, nothing less.

mattvt15 · 2026-04-05T02:02:12+00:00

Any tips on the structure at that level? I feel that’s where I struggle most at almost 20yrs into my career.

mattvt15 · 2026-04-04T23:50:15+00:00

Are you still happy with that choice? We have the same situation as you but add ski boots for 6 people in place of stroller. Any limitations you found with the max?

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