A Horse With No Name

23 hours ago, ccap41 said:

What? If this was announced years ago, I'd agree. This was nnounced just earlier this year. This has nothing to do with Covid or inflation since 2019. They threw out $30,000 and knew damn well it wouldn't be 30k. It was a bait and *somewhat of a switch*. They wanted the attention-grabbing headlines. 

You can order a 39k Model 3 right now. For 4k you can at least get a vehicle with a reputable electric powertrain/electronics. 

If 5k is such a negligible amount, get the Model 3. 

https://www.tesla.com/model3

 

I would happily buy a model 3 if Musk were something of a respectable decent human being. Don't want to get into a flame war or politics, but I despise the guy. Last thing I want to say here, as given my high level of testosterone, moderate level of intellect, and complete lack of self control....this would get me into a flame war that would rival all previous mindless C and G flame wars...and get me banned. 

So let's end with a positive. At 77,000 plus miles Ranger is doing fantastic. ccap41, you were indeed correct on THAT much, anyways. 

On 10/29/2023 at 9:25 AM, Robert Hall said:

My ideal would be 4 months of summer (no highs over 80, low humidity), 4 months of autumn, 2 months of spring, 2 months of winter (no lows under 40). 

My ideal would be hiking in Patagonia, never returning to Ohio. I love Ohio, but would prefer to have a life of exploring new things. 

1 hour ago, surreal1272 said:

And don’t get my wrong about the unions and their role here. They wanted more money and they got it. Now, they better validate that raise with a product to match or they will ensure a disaster for those companies down the road. Put up or shut up, basically, at this point. 

Modern cars are more complex.  Anything modern, especially if it is European, is bound to be a PITA. 

Breaks my heart,. I despise Musk. 

https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2023-10-31/tesla-tsla-erases-145-billion-in-valuation-as-demand-woes-intensify?srnd=premium?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky&utm_content=business&leadSource=reddit_wall

13 hours ago, riviera74 said:

Apparently the strikes called by the UAW are over.  The UAW got their large pound of flesh from the Detroit Three, given the new leadership that called the series of strikes.  Makes you wonder what would happen if there was no UAW getting in the way of almost everything.

Workers would be further underpaid, product quality would still largely have issues. 

16 hours ago, surreal1272 said:

Remember ccap. Some companies get a pass on lying to their customers while others don’t and all because of the badge on the hood. 

Depends on who is giving the pass. 

This would be a cool restoration project. Something inherently badass about a four door convertible, and from 32-40, Ford couldn't build an unattractive car. 

9 hours ago, David said:

This is very cool to read, GM has a press call today and it was very informative.

Chevy Equinox EV priced at $34,995—with an estimated 319 miles (greencarreports.com)

 

I would love a Hybrid Colorado actually. 

On 10/28/2023 at 11:36 PM, David said:

Here we are opposite, my perfect year:

1 month of spring

2 months of summer - Gotta keep the wife happy.

1 month of Fall

8 months of Winter - Ski season baby!!!!!!

Have to say I am excited by this.

BP Buying $100M Worth of Tesla EV Chargers: What's the Big Deal? - CNET

Excellent on more chargers. 

8 hours ago, regfootball said:

On the pacificaforums.com that I go due (due to driving a Pacifica) there are topics of the v6 having issues.  Hard to gauge how prolific it is really but yes, an item of concern.  It was reasoned by a few that the percentage is actually very small (but with vocal impacted owners) and it may be related to either maintenance and general care or believe it or not one theory I read was the stress of the autostart may be causing causing other stress in the powertrain itself.

My lease is ending soon on our 2nd Pacifica and I had fully intended to buy it as the lease end is far less than market value right now.  However, knowing there is a motor with potential issues clouds the issue a bit.  I suppose to include warranty would be most prudent thing.

I even just bought separate wheels for it recently that I intend to put snows on for this winter.  The same 20" OEM's as a matter of fact.  Crazy good deal.

We rent Pacificas all of the time for debate team trips-I am an assistant coach of a collegiate debate team. They are a great road trip vehicle. Lots of happy memories in them. 

23 minutes ago, David said:

Would love this car built with todays quality of a CT Blackwing and an AWD electric powertrain.

That would be awesome. 

They had way to much fun making this movie scene. 

4 hours ago, Robert Hall said:

I wonder if he will ever finish his '59 Buick..would love to see pics of it when finished.   

I like the idea of a vintage Buick..I wouldn't mind having a '80s Regal Grand National or T-Type or early 80s RWD C-body Electra. 

I love the idea of a 68-72 midsized Buick. 

On 10/27/2023 at 7:29 PM, oldshurst442 said:

I agree.

BTW

What is Baltazar doing these days?

I know Ive read a post of yours not so long ago that you talk to Baltazar from time to time.  Not often I know.  

But I do wanna know how he is dong and if he will evah come back?   I miss him.  

I don't think he ever will. He seems fixated on vintage Buicks, not sure modern cars have much appeal to him. 

2 hours ago, David said:

These type of people irritate me as this is all about him making money and now with prices going down he is not happy. Poor him, there are folks living a much worse life than that and yet he still thinks he is being informative and helpful when his whole focus is flipping autos for a profit. 

I do not hold it against him as it is his business, but the attitude from the beginning to the end sucks I feel.

On cool notes, my friend check out this crazy wood working project. Love it.

Awesome Staircase From an Old Beam — Blacktail Studio

I love black tail Studio!

Interesting on EV front...

Gorgeous

9 minutes ago, trinacriabob said:

Ha.  Atlanta suburbs story.  

Very heartwarming and funny.  I probably would have googled how to tie a Windsor knot and looked for a YouTube or diagram.  But, hey, it worked out for him.

I lived in the metro Atlanta area for 2 years.  I couldn't believe how well I adjusted to it coming from the West.  There isn't much uptightness to be found.  Most people are outgoing and a good many are sassy.

I loved my time living in Atlanta. 

Corvette goes to auction...

1 hour ago, ccap41 said:

I love MORR videos. I watch a ton of their stuff on my way to and from work on the bus. 

I watched this last week and man, that thing was junk when they got to it. 

Teenager must have had fun explaining that to his parents...'

Canary in the coal mine for the economy-Freighter airlines, car dealers, other starting to struggle. Slow down?

Rescue of damaged Navigator, it got stuck, then a flood came...

Feel good story for today...

Interesting...

13 hours ago, oldshurst442 said:

Lets see.

For:

NOT a Toyota

 

 Against:

Not a real production car

 

For: 

still a classic GM Pontiac from the '50s

 

Against:

still truckish in looks.

 

Verdict

Ill pass. 

 

 

Camino and Baltazar might have different ideas. 

Shop safety...only takes a second..

20 hours ago, David said:

Glad you have not had issues, Jasper and Fraser have been very clear on the motor issues and the updates they did to correct them.

JASPER Remanufactured Engines & Transmissions (jasperengines.com)

This independent review hits the big 4 main issues with the Pentastar 3.6L V6.

The 4 Most Common FCA Pentastar 3.6L Engine Problems (tuningpro.co)

Some of the most common issues with the Dodge, Jeep, Ram, Chrysler 3.6 Pentastar engine include:

• Cylinder head (2011-2013)
• Rocker arms
• Cooling system
• Oil pump

CHRYSLER 3.6L VVT MOPAR CRATE ENGINE | Fraser Engines and Transmissions (fraserengineco.com)

I get it that due to the wide use of this motor, it comes across as reliable, but with Stellantis high Lease rate, I suspect the full picture is not known of the shortcuts Stellantis has taken in the past for the PentaStar 3.6L V6.

At least it is good to be aware of the potential issue with this engine.

The old inline six in the Cherokee and Wrangler is bullet proof, sort of like the old Slant 6. For Chryco to build the slant 6 in the 60-s-70-s and the inline six of the Cherokee/Wrangler and then do the 3.6....

Insane...

Her voice is amazing...

3 minutes ago, David said:

Lately I am seeing plenty of Fords along the freeway getting towed as well as Jeeps GCs.

On the Jeep side, I am very pissed with Stellantis/Jeep as they have major poor quality issues on their 2011 to current 3.6L V6. Seems from dropped valves to full heads blowing up and leaking water pumps into the engines causing said engine to blow.

My son's 2017 engine with only 120,000 miles needs a new engine as the water pump leaked into the engine and blew the heads. Both Jasper and Frazer motors highlights the poor problems with the 3.6 and how they both in newly built 3.6L V6 engines has corrected this but Jeep has not and as such, while you see plenty of stories on reliability on this motor, the motor is not as reliable as the marketing has stated as they put it into so many autos now under Jeep, Ram, Dodge and Chrysler. 

Seems Stellantis is using this as a way to have end of life on their auto's to force folks to buy a new auto. Sucks as I have never had a blown engine in my life and now my son is dealing with this. We are considering having one of the newly built Jasper or Frazer motors installed into his Jeep to get it going and in then unload it in a few years.

Right now, if you have a Jeep with the 3.6L engine @Robert Hall I suggest you get rid of it before it hits 100,000 miles. Alex did all the maintenance on it and the dealership is now being very coy about why it did what it did. 

I can tell you my family will not be buying anymore Jeep products.

kind of scary.

Right now, I like the idea of Ford or Chevy /GMC for trucks.

She gets it right...

Ford Truck holds up well after getting hit by train. maybe I shouldn't have bitched so much about Ford...

Music for Monday. 

The Blazer looks amazing!

Also thoughtful. 

On 10/21/2023 at 9:56 AM, trinacriabob said:

Slightly painful to watch.

Who knows ... there could have been my beloved 260 V8 in that Delta 88 that someone could have set aside for me.  It would be interesting to tastefully make it into one - and only one - backyard garden planting ... surrounded by ornamental horticulture (perhaps with a birdbath or bird feeders perched atop the air cleaner assembly).  I'm joking.  However, I very much miss the purr of a new(ish) small block Olds Rocket V8.

Now ... as for the Eldorado ... how does someone let such a beautiful car - I loved that body style from 1979 to 1985 (+/-) - get into that kind of shape?  I have always disliked the Biarritz trims and the excess metal trimming that went with that ... too much.  Either sans or with a vinyl top, these were the best looking of the triplets.  There might have been malaise in its engineering (engines like a newly released 4100 Cadillac V8 with teething problems, the diesel, and the 4.1 Buick V6 as a credit option), but there was no malaise in the car's exterior styling and interior creature comforts in my book.

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Now this is what I'm talking about!

I'm always for the alloy wheels and, at some point, there were stock Cadillac ones available

Except that they would have to be in cloth

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I'm waxing nostalgic.

I really like cars of that Era. This was painful to watch for me.  My first date was in a 79 Delta 88, and I have tons of fun memories of that car. 

10 hours ago, trinacriabob said:

Is there a market for used vinyl, meaning old school record albums? 

I've been going through family stuff and found some.

If so, where would you sell them (flea market/swap meet, other) and what's a way to gauge a reasonable price for an item?

Go to a vinyl record store. Alternately, would trade good Italian food for Vinyl as I listen to it all of the time. I actually prefer it.

This is actually a thoughtful video. 

two olds gone....79 Delta 88 also.