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    No more Kia Soul?

    Yeah I remember those ads. Those ads are precisely The reason why I would avoid buying one of those at all costs.
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    If you could change one thing on your daily driver what would it be?

    My number 1 priority for my 200 would be to have similar seats to our 300m. I miss real luxury car seats. Secondary list of things that are impossible: Styling of a 95 Avenger coupe inside and out (if its on a Mitsubishi platform I'd rather have one of the better looking models), climate...
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    2010 Dodge Journey - Which Engine?

    Okay, going to address the misinformation here. 1. The Chrysler 3.5 all in all is a solid engine. It is loosely based on the 3.3 l V6 just as the problematic 2.7 was loosely based on the 3.5. the 2.7 has a timing chain driven water pump and a lower deck design with poor ventilation. The 3.5...
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    Thinking about switching Insurance companies

    Okay I have had State farm for decades and was really happy with it up until the last few years. Over a decade ago when we had a hail storm they replaced the roof without a fight. This past year, we've had more hail storms and they only want to cover a minor amount and we have fought and fought...
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    Debating minivans

    I hope it works out for you. Enjoy it and make the most of it. I know my dad has been asking me to keep an eye on the minivan market for him since he really likes them (Even though he doesn't need one anymore) And he's already made the comment that it might be his last vehicle as he's a few...
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    RI DMV Trying to ban Kei Trucks, again?

    Unless there is a glaring safety flaw like the pinto gas tank, I don't see why this matters. Motorcycles are far more dangerous anyhow but we don't ban those. If this is all a person can afford or person wants to gamble with their life, That's their choice. We need to stop being everybody's...
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    Calling GON: am I crazy?

    Just make sure isn't leaking. That was the problem with My former Lexus. Her nickname was "devil with a blue dress on".
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    Debating minivans

    Between those two I would go with the sienna without a second thought. The transmission with the Toyota's hybrid system is one of the most reliable in the industry. Honda's transmissions are not bulletproof. Doing mostly short hop driving.per your description is where hybrids shine. Honda VCM...
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    Calling GON: am I crazy?

    For the price it's worth the risk. I hope it works out. When the head gasket blows, either replace it with a 3800 or cut your losses and move on.
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    Buick vs Oldsmobile

    While Buick had traditionally been a more premium division than Oldsmobile, I think the case can be made that GM was trying to boost Oldsmobile higher than Buick in the 90s. The Oldsmobile 88 had a supercharger as an option. The LeSabre didn't. Aurora had a V8 standard in the first generation...
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    3 Row Reliability

    When It comes to the Pacifica, the most likely problem is going to be electrical issues. If you want to buy a Pacifica, just stay away from the hybrid version. The hybrid versions tend to have more problems when it comes to the Pacifica. The transmission has had most of the bugs worked out of...
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    How to deal with family member that drinks heavily

    I'm sorry to hear about this. I have had plenty of this crap in my extended family on both sides. The best advice I have is pray for him, pray for your sister, and any kids involved. My next advice is look out for yourself and if you have a family of your own, protect them. Alcoholics come...
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    who owns your food suppliers.......

    I understand what you are saying. I did a couple more Google searches and there are more Aldi locations (220) than Jewel Osco but fewer Wal-Mart locations (161) than Jewel Osco. I think the chart needs clarification on this one by what is meant for this one since Aldi has more locations. Even...
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    who owns your food suppliers.......

    I did a Google search and it turns out to be 184 in Illinois. It seems to be very heavy in Chicago land area. I don't really know how things are in Chicago land. Is there a rule preventing Walmart from having grocery sales or something in the Chicago land area? Because it just seems hard to...
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    What did you get for Christmas or Hanukkah?

    A bunch of things I really didn't need anyhow. The better gift was being able to visit my extended family. I got to treat my Grandmother in her 90s to a nice dinner at the best restaurant in town and the chance to show her the Christmas lights in her community. I'm blessed to still have her...
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    Did Ford/GM develop a more complicated transmission for the least gain?

    Well, I think a big part of it is look at the gear ratio breakdown, particularly the first and the final year. Looking at the 10-speed Ford / GM 10 speed transmission depending on the application the first gear is 4.71-4.53 And the final gear is about a .63. Ford's previous six speed had a...
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    More Consumer Reports nonsense, IMO

    I put little to no faith in CR. When my parents bought their 13 Grand Caravan, it has a very negative score. 165k miles later, just a few minor problems (thermostat and I think about oxygen sensor). Back in the day, the W body cars were all over the map on their chart with the Regal being at...
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    96 Chevrolet Celebrity. Opinions?

    I had a 96 Oldsmobile Ceira 3.1. The transmission was going out a 114k miles when we traded it off. The alternator had to be replaced around 110k miles. It has constant issues with various sensors failing. The ABS never was calibrated correctly. The interior was brittle (the dash would...
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    Is high end oil filter necessary for high performing cars or cars that don't get drive often ?

    I used to use Fram Endurance on my Viper but now I think I am going to use the spec Viper filter after reviewing conversations on Viper forums. The Viper filter has a very thick canister that holds up to the pressure of the oil pump. Some who used other filters experienced the filter failing...
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    Group 78 battery for 1998 Dodge Viper

    It's time for new battery. The following are the criteria that I'm trying to decide between: 1. AGM versus flooded: AGM loses less power over time but I'm not sure How compatible a stock alternator on a Viper is for a AGM. 2. Manufacturer: in the past, I usually got about 5 years out of the...
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