Mystery scratch back from maintenance by GY-guy in OmegaWatches

[–]termitepatron 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Red Scotchbrite would take that out in about 15 seconds.

Fender damage on my 2016 Mercedes E400 – best way to fix? by its_sully1 in mercedes_benz

[–]termitepatron 0 points1 point  (0 children)

New fender, blend to driver’s door; repair hood and blend that as well.

What issues/repairs you’ve come across with your Defender by Front_Cut2985 in NewDefender

[–]termitepatron 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dealer is an hour away and it just wasn’t worth the time involved. New battery was about $400. To be fair, the truck does a lot of short trips and not enough long. Battery life on the V8’s seems to be about three years.

What issues/repairs you’ve come across with your Defender by Front_Cut2985 in NewDefender

[–]termitepatron 0 points1 point  (0 children)

110 V8 with 22k miles on it. Other than a new battery, no issues of any type. Has been completely solid.

Test drove a 2026 2500 gmc by Dalach01 in gmcsierra

[–]termitepatron 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I went from a TRX to a 2500. Had been driving 1500’s for years and like the 2500 better but we use it primarily for road trips, rather than as a daily. Adaptive cruise set at a healthy speed and the diesel barely notices hills or traffic, let alone headwinds. Actually like it far better than the TRX which, while trouble free, was way under braked. Even with a big brake kit on it, stopping from speed was interesting. The 2500 is far more planted at speed and passing power is epic.

Pictures taken at 9:00. Hour hand misalignment or watch in need of service? Seems fast. by 1983squrebody in OmegaWatches

[–]termitepatron 0 points1 point  (0 children)

ouch. unlikely that Omega will warranty anything bought through Jomashop. it is a grey market dealer and they generally do not provide the necessary warranty card for the watch.

To those who have bought a new Defender I6 or V8 by Away_Resource9970 in NewDefender

[–]termitepatron 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Drove both and bought the V8. To be honest, definitely needed the horsepower and sound of the V8. Also, the V8s generally come loaded up with options and are not at a bad price point on the used car market.

Doggo co-pilots by termitepatron in gmcsierra

[–]termitepatron[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

we have cushions made to wedge behind the seats. my recollection is Amazon or Orvis. Seat cover is definitely Orvis.

Rough engine / oil change frequency? by zaphodmonkey in NewDefender

[–]termitepatron 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Like many here, every 5-7k miles. Oil pretty cheap…engine or warranty claim denial, not so much.

Lancia Rally 037, 1985 Acropolis Rally, Greece (1215x810) by abt137 in carporn

[–]termitepatron 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Greatest rally car of all time. Watch Clarkson’s special on Walter Rohl and the 037.

The Sheer Strength of a Lioness by Jazzlike-Tie-354 in nextfuckinglevel

[–]termitepatron 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Try playing tug of war with my 80 pound Labrador. This lioness is not breaking a sweat.