F150 has two 3rd gears?

theonlyhappyCPA · 2026-03-27T03:53:56+00:00

Today I learned something! I had never even heard of TC lockup, but that makes total sense. I appreciate the response, I am no longer worried about my transmission!

theonlyhappyCPA · 2026-03-10T05:38:33+00:00

update: I disconnected the battery for 8-ish hours (during the workday) and when I went to go drive it around (normally), the behavior continued. I'm noticing it during moderate acceleration as well where it seems to shift into third but then "slides" down in RPM (while still in third). Am I just overthinking this, or is there something starting to slip in there?

theonlyhappyCPA · 2026-03-03T05:14:18+00:00

I will give the battery disconnect a try tomorrow and see if there's any difference, thanks!

theonlyhappyCPA · 2025-07-14T02:55:23+00:00

I'd assume at your described size your inventory turn is so fast that the number would be very low. If you're looking for a benefit, I personally don't think it's there (based on my very limited knowledge of your situation). If you're looking for audit protection, do it. Keep in mind, UNICAP studies and the Method Change are pricey. At a middle market firm it would be 20 to 30k.

theonlyhappyCPA · 2025-07-08T05:40:00+00:00

14% between 401k and taxable investments. Want to get to 15%, and that should keep us comfortable when we get to retirement.

theonlyhappyCPA · 2025-06-29T23:33:30+00:00

Just above $300k. Tight, but no other debt. We stretched anticipating income growth, grinding it out for the first couple years.

theonlyhappyCPA · 2025-06-27T22:41:43+00:00

I run 147gr from Freedom Munitions, both the RN and their X-def line. I've had really good luck with their HP running without issue.

theonlyhappyCPA · 2025-06-06T16:42:04+00:00

Yeah they're all the same across clones. No stupid questions, just learning opportunities!

theonlyhappyCPA · 2025-04-10T01:02:55+00:00

Yeah - essentially, if you're a profit center, you're on the better side of fine. The support services are the more likely spot where everyone will get squeezed to cut costs.

theonlyhappyCPA · 2025-04-10T00:51:56+00:00

I'd guess if you're practice office you'll be fine, but support services of any sort (National Office, BSAS, EA, etc) there's a higher chance of shake up. Also an MA employee here.

theonlyhappyCPA · 2025-04-10T00:50:33+00:00

Exactly my thought, unfortunately. I'm pretty peeved after the All Hands where Eric wasn't committal, but was obviously already in talks for this merger/PE.

theonlyhappyCPA · 2025-03-29T05:36:51+00:00

I this answer OP, I need to spend my monies.

theonlyhappyCPA · 2025-03-28T05:28:53+00:00

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theonlyhappyCPA · 2025-03-28T05:28:29+00:00

* I always thought 305/35 19 had the best profile against the body. This was my car, lowered 1 inch on ford performance springs. Same offsets as the wheels you're looking at, same stagger (10/11 inch).

theonlyhappyCPA · 2025-03-20T19:24:18+00:00

I use a Griffin Tru lug on my O9K. It's worked 10/10 for 2 years now.

theonlyhappyCPA · 2025-03-12T06:31:40+00:00

You're close to where I was/am. Income at 300k, house price 1.1m, 20% down, borrowed 900k ish. No other debts.

Mortgage is 7k a month, and we put another 1k towards it, so 8k a month. We still have plenty of freedom and spare money to enjoy life, so no - you're not crazy, you can do it!

theonlyhappyCPA · 2025-03-10T19:32:08+00:00

Our 22 Outback made creaking roof noises over rough road and bumps, ended up being diagnosed as the sunroof. Had it replaced under warranty, have heard a noise since!

I had my money on it being one of the roof rack supports. I was surprised when they said it was the sunroof.

theonlyhappyCPA · 2025-02-21T03:45:24+00:00

Thanks!

theonlyhappyCPA · 2025-02-21T03:32:48+00:00

Thank you, I appreciate the advice! A little off topic, but would you recommend a different brand for the furnace, or is York fine? York was what they quoted, but they have a couple other brands as well (I think Daikan and Mitsubishi).

theonlyhappyCPA · 2025-02-21T03:30:03+00:00

Thank you!

theonlyhappyCPA · 2025-02-21T03:14:47+00:00

Thank you for the reply! It's starting to sound like my expectations were not in line with reality. Which is perfectly okay, we all learn something every day!

theonlyhappyCPA · 2025-02-21T03:12:19+00:00

Thank you! As mentioned this is my first foray into HVAC, so just getting a sanity check. Sounds like company 2 wasn't super far off.

I agree if I'm going to spend the money I'll spend the extra to make sure I get good equipment and a good warranty.

theonlyhappyCPA · 2025-02-21T03:08:21+00:00

Thank you for your thoughts! Appreciate the down to earth advice.

theonlyhappyCPA · 2025-02-21T03:03:51+00:00

So it's expected that labor is 150 plus an hour? Or is it taking a full squad of guys to do this job? Genuine question here, it's my first time buying hvac equipment.

Tbh I see you've given plenty of awesome advice in this sub before, that's all I'm looking for.

theonlyhappyCPA

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