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  1. NewEnglander

    All - Season vs. All - Weather Tires ?

    The Nokian WRG series and the Nordman Solstices are fantastic all weather tires. Made if you live in Northern New England and the north Midwest. I would also highly recommend for Canadians depending on whereabout you are (and when). Bottom line: if you get some snow and/or rain/ice - hard to...
  2. NewEnglander

    Sidewall bulge. Good to go or get a new tire?

    You paid for a new quality tire and should have one. This ain't it. New tire for you!
  3. NewEnglander

    Opinions to buy new tires now, or wait until fall

    Kumho SUCKS and performed awfully for me as an OEM tire. OP is plenty informed.
  4. NewEnglander

    Opinions to buy new tires now, or wait until fall

    Don't screw around if the tires are going or even if they're obnoxious. Get yourself a fine set that will keep you grounded.
  5. NewEnglander

    Coming soon to DT: Nokian Encompass AW02

    Nordman's are phenomenal value and I can confirm the Solstice 4s are the WRG4s. Had multiple iteration of the WRGs since the 2, but these Nordman's are just as good. I got mine at a major tire retailer in the Boston area at a very reasonable price with installation and hazard coverage. Straight...
  6. NewEnglander

    2023 Toyota RAV4 rental short review

    I drove one of these (XLE) all over Iceland in bad weather and kept control just about full time. Great ride, too. If something happens to the SportWagen it would be a worthy alternative, thou not the same.
  7. NewEnglander

    How often do you inspect your tires

    Weekly at a minimum.
  8. NewEnglander

    Nokian Remedy WRG5

    Sound like great tires. Out of Nokian's new factory in TN. If they ride anything like my Nordmans (repackaged WRG4s) they are probably built to near perfection on all new equipment.
  9. NewEnglander

    Post your last tire/wheel purchase

    Nordman Solstice 4s on the VW SportWagen. They are made by Nokian, and can confirm they came out of their new plant in Tennessee. Absolutely wonderful all weather tires and are simply repackaged WRG4s but priced at a far better rate.
  10. NewEnglander

    How old is too old for tires?

    Boston driving in all four seasons, even moderate driving, I'm not pushing past five years. There are four points of contact with your ride and the road. Don't second guess it too much.
  11. NewEnglander

    Best time to buy winter tires?

    Don't sleep on the Nokian WRG5s or the Nordman Solstice 4s. All weathers very capable.
  12. NewEnglander

    My Poor, Innocent Jetta. Totaled or Not? You Be the Judge.

    I suppose I could sentence the police but that would probably be counterproductive for me. Stay tuned sports fans.
  13. NewEnglander

    My Poor, Innocent Jetta. Totaled or Not? You Be the Judge.

    Thanks for this. That was my thinking. I'm curious what sort of labor and efforts to correct. It's not a simple 'rear end' or front bumper etc. Heading over for lighted pictures in a few minutes.
  14. NewEnglander

    My Poor, Innocent Jetta. Totaled or Not? You Be the Judge.

    Yep. I'm heading over this morning. Better problem solving.
  15. NewEnglander

    My Poor, Innocent Jetta. Totaled or Not? You Be the Judge.

    Yes, it was late at night and dark. Better pictures likely forthcoming. I'm thinking about what else to look for and ask in the repair process that one couldn't tell from a simple look. But maybe too hard to do from just these pictures. I appreciate your deep wisdom, insight, and the thought...
  16. NewEnglander

    My Poor, Innocent Jetta. Totaled or Not? You Be the Judge.

    My poor unoffensive, innocent Jetta. Last night it was minding it's own business, parked unoccupied on the street, was hit hard on the rear/side by what I am guessing was a drunk driver in their beautiful, brand new 2023 Mazda CX-5. Their airbag deployed and apparently the car was unable to...
  17. NewEnglander

    Rehab a WWII Veteran's House in Boston

    Thanks everyone for the speedy replies. This is really tremendous! I am not a GC myself but we have one leading the way to organize and manage (I already work 25 hours a day) in addition to having an architect on retainer. Should have plans done within the next month and a half or so with first...
  18. NewEnglander

    Rehab a WWII Veteran's House in Boston

    Inspired by a current project to rehab a narrow three story colonial house, this space was under the ownership of a WWII veteran and calls for a lot of work. Relatively well maintained for it's era, this certainly is not a pushover house, but we're looking at a significant updates for all new...
  19. NewEnglander

    Thoughts on this high mileage 2020 MAZDA CX-9

    For the right purpose, an interesting find. I wouldn't do it - but wouldn't be purposed for what I do.
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