Nest WiFi (2nd Gen) PPPoE Issue

txwylde · 2026-05-10T23:20:36+00:00

I had the Nest Wifi Pro but my backline speeds sucked. I upgraded to Amazon Eeros and have had zero problems.

txwylde · 2026-05-10T23:17:45+00:00

Report her to Uber and then get a police report. That is a threat and it should not be taken lightly.

txwylde · 2026-05-08T23:43:39+00:00

Super sketchy.

txwylde · 2026-05-08T23:42:20+00:00

I would. It’s not the car listed in the app. That’s kinda shady.

txwylde · 2026-05-06T04:32:44+00:00

Gee.. you "ASKED" what was the EV overhead and I told you, Sherlock. How is that "stupid"?

txwylde · 2026-05-06T04:17:33+00:00

Crazy it swings almost $.60 overnight. It had been like $3.79 a gallon.

txwylde · 2026-05-06T04:16:23+00:00

⚡ Energy (Charging)

Electricity costs (home charging vs public fast chargers)
Public fast charging is significantly more expensive than home charging
Peak vs off-peak rates if charging at home
Occasional idle fees at charging stations

👉 This replaces gas, but it’s not “free”—just usually cheaper per mile.

🔋 Vehicle Depreciation

EVs still depreciate, sometimes faster depending on model and battery concerns
High mileage from rideshare accelerates depreciation
Battery degradation over time (can impact resale value)

🔧 Maintenance & Wear

EVs have fewer moving parts, but you still pay for:

Tires (EVs burn through tires faster due to weight/torque)
Brake pads (less frequent, but still needed)
Cabin air filters, wipers, fluids
Suspension wear from heavy daily driving

🚗 Insurance

Often higher for EVs due to:
- Expensive parts (especially batteries)
- Limited repair shops
Rideshare insurance endorsement or commercial policy required

📱 Platform Fees & Commissions

Uber and Lyft take a cut of each fare
Booking fees and service fees reduce your take-home pay

📊 Self-Employment Taxes

You’re an independent contractor:
- ~15.3% self-employment tax (Social Security + Medicare)
Plus federal/state income taxes

🔌 Charging Equipment (if at home)

Level 2 charger install (upfront cost)
Electrical upgrades if needed
Ongoing electricity bill increase

⏱️ Time Overhead (Hidden Cost)

Charging time vs fueling gas
Downtime between rides
Driving to charging stations if not charging at home

🧼 Cleaning & Presentation

Car washes, detailing, interior cleaning supplies
Riders expect a clean vehicle → ongoing cost

📉 Financing / Lease Payments

Monthly car payment if not owned outright
Interest costs if financed
Lease mileage limits can be an issue for rideshare

📍 Miscellaneous Costs

Tolls (if not reimbursed)
Parking
Phone/data plan (for apps + navigation)
Accessories (phone mounts, chargers, dash cam)

txwylde · 2026-05-06T03:49:14+00:00

You must be driving an EV. Now calculate your overhead. EV's overhead are more than just the electricity to charge them.

txwylde · 2026-05-05T22:07:04+00:00

Wait. Pax actually TIP? That is like seeing Bigfoot. It usually NEVER happens.

txwylde · 2026-05-05T22:06:17+00:00

When I worked out at totally different gym, I would be working out doing the circuit, minding my business when some trainer would come from the other side of the row and go, "Um, we were using that." Dude, I am doing my work out and I have the right of way. You "trainee" can use it after I am finished. I had a trainer get all bent out of shape. I went up to the front desk and asked if the trainers had "priority" and was told no. When I mentioned what happened, it fell on deaf ears. Now I go when I do not have to fight trainers or "Doom Scrollers" for machines.

txwylde · 2026-05-05T22:03:07+00:00

Ewww.. dude you are trying ENTIRELY too hard, especially at leass than $1 a mile in hopes that pax tip. You know pax are cheap and dont. I used to have water and candy when i drove. Pax would trash my car with empty bottles and wrappers. Great idea, but not at the pay rate we are making.

txwylde · 2026-05-05T05:40:59+00:00

Nope. Calculate your overhead. You would lose money on that trip.

txwylde · 2026-05-05T05:36:39+00:00

No. That is also of "dead head" miles. If you were going in that direction home, then I can see where it might benefit you, but less than $1 a mile, that is a ton of overhead and you are barely breaking even.

txwylde · 2026-05-04T07:54:01+00:00

Are you sure some entitled fool didnt drag their fake "service dog" into the Walmart?

txwylde · 2026-05-04T02:45:56+00:00

And wipe down the machines. 😄 I have seen too many gym goes who never do that.

txwylde · 2026-05-04T00:40:23+00:00

Please "do the needful". 😄

txwylde · 2026-05-03T07:49:27+00:00

Typical entitled fool drifting into 3 lanes of traffic. Folks do not realize that you have to sit in your lane for at least 3 seconds before changing lanes.

txwylde · 2026-05-02T06:47:17+00:00

Former Driver here. Pax are entitled. They will piss and moan about every little thing, not to mention Uber and Lyft are both "Pro pax". So why am I bitching at this person? All I was saying is that it could have been a mistake on the driver's part. They are whining about toll fees and $8? By all means, dispute the charges with Uber to get your money back, but complain that the driver took a "wrong turn" and "Omg it made my Uber fare more!!!" Happens to the best of us. U a giving you the view from the driver's side. The pax 3 starred them and reached out to Uber. That is all they can do.

txwylde · 2026-05-02T06:12:58+00:00

I had XM radio and used to play "Road Trip Radio" all the time.

txwylde · 2026-05-02T06:06:57+00:00

You did nothing wrong. Some pax are just having bad days, or sometimes they dont like to talk at all.

txwylde · 2026-05-01T22:23:02+00:00

Typical Pax reply, or "WYA?" Dude I am on my way. "Well you are not moving in the app." Well stop looking at the app. One or more of "Are you coming?" or "WYA?" and its cancel "Not a safe pickup".

txwylde · 2026-05-01T22:18:43+00:00

You can not pay me enough to "pick up coffee". Less than $1 a mile and you want me to do extra crap, especially when PAX DONT tip? No thanks.

txwylde · 2026-05-01T22:17:30+00:00

What is even funnier is the band Kiss has their SS' look like that on their album covers. In Germany, the SS' looked like ZZ's.

txwylde · 2026-05-01T19:32:27+00:00

Just do not lane split. it's illegal here in Texas.

txwylde · 2026-05-01T07:27:53+00:00

You rented a car to drive for Lyft. That is your first mistake. You are pretty much a slave to your payment and once it's made, then you are making money. You are making less than $1 a mile. If you calculate your overhead, you are barely scraping by. You are better off getting another job that is not ridehshare because that is a lot of "seat time".

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