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    Asus RT-AC66U B1 wifi speeds vs WIRED speeds with NEW Modem and New Plan (Spectrum 1GB)

    Thanks. Will look into this. So if I need more ethernet ports for hardwiring some stuff, i can just use that single LAN port and connect it to a switch?
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    New garage queen: '99 Lexus SC400

    Thanks for all the comments, guys. When my BMW got totaled (rear-ended while sitting at a red light) I had some insurance money from it so it really only cost me $3000 but the price was 11k total for this car. One owner, well-maintained with records (owner is a 90's Japanese car enthusiast, and...
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    New garage queen: '99 Lexus SC400

    All stock. 123k miles. More pics will be added soon.
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    Asus RT-AC66U B1 wifi speeds vs WIRED speeds with NEW Modem and New Plan (Spectrum 1GB)

    Thanks again for all the input. Trying to do some research and came across this router: seems to have very good reviews and features.... some of which I will never need/use but sort of future proofing, I guess? Never heard of this brand before, BTW. The flint 2...
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    Asus RT-AC66U B1 wifi speeds vs WIRED speeds with NEW Modem and New Plan (Spectrum 1GB)

    Thanks for ALL the replies. Excellent info. I will probably upgrade, but very confused why the speed DROPPED compared to before. I understand now (after reading an excellent reply above) that the router cannot do more than 500 Mbps over wifi BUT how did it do 500-550 BEFORE the new modem (even...
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    Asus RT-AC66U B1 wifi speeds vs WIRED speeds with NEW Modem and New Plan (Spectrum 1GB)

    So I upgraded from Spectrum 500Mbps service plan to 1GB service. Set up the new modem today. WIRED (laptop connected direct to modem via ethernet cable) the speeds measure around 905 Mbps. Fine. Upload 40 Mbps. Fine, However, WIFI speeds are wonky. Measured with laptop and iphone 12 Ookla app...
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    The modern collector car market, and cars that are victim of said market

    Acquired a mint-ish 1999 SC400 a few months ago with 122k miles. All stock. Has the heated seats option :) Will be a garage queen, only change planned is some less blingy 17" early IS300 wheels. (Will store the chrome wheels)
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    Cannot unscrew oil filter housing cap - BMW E46

    Sorry guys - been out of town and dealing with a maddening work schedule. Waiting for the 3/8 breaker bar to arrive from amazon, and gather a few more tools before re-attempt. HOPE to try it this weekend and update. Keep rooting for me and the filter housing cap. That's so kind of you guys.
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    Dead rechargeable batteries on cordless drill

    Yeah I should just prob get a new one.... Debating if I REALLY need a drill or just a cordless screwdriver....
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    Cannot unscrew oil filter housing cap - BMW E46

    Good point - I also thought it felt silly and bouncy with the rubber mallet - will use a proper hammer and update after my next attempt. Thanks, Trav
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    Dead rechargeable batteries on cordless drill

    Thanks for the many answers,... Sounds like I should leave them alone and get a new drill....
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    Dead rechargeable batteries on cordless drill

    It's a Hitachi cordless drill and neither battery would recharge. No charging indicator on the in-wall charger. They have been sitting unused for a while. I have seen videos of people charging a dead battery with ANOTHER working battery but in my case BOTH are dead and won't recharge... Can I...
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    Cannot unscrew oil filter housing cap - BMW E46

    Well it's been only 900 miles but several months - I do have the correct oil in it now because I was able to change the oil out. And I really can't PROVE that they were the ones who did it although I know they did. I might take it to them (if i can't get it off) when it's time for regular OC...
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    Cannot unscrew oil filter housing cap - BMW E46

    Originally Posted by JeffKeryk Head to HF and get a 1/2# breaker or long ratchet. And a dead blow hammer. You will get it off. He who dies with the most tools wins. All good. If you were near me I would lend a hand. Good luck. That's very kind. Thank you. I do need to get a breaker bar, even...
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    Cannot unscrew oil filter housing cap - BMW E46

    Will try soon again. I think most of my fear is re: the housing itself. Perhaps I should wait until I have a spare filter cap.... Yeah I need to get some new wrenches of differing lengths - been thinking I need to do that anyway.
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    Cannot unscrew oil filter housing cap - BMW E46

    Originally Posted by JTK Is the cap plastic and the housing aluminum? Hopefully so. Worst case the cap will break.. Correct - it is plastic and housing metal. But i want to "secure" the housing itself before I wrestle with the cap again - perhaps wifey can grab it with an oil filter wrench and...
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    Cannot unscrew oil filter housing cap - BMW E46

    Thanks for all the advice, really appreciate it. Will try to address some of the things suggested: To all who suggested getting the filter cap socket: I Already have been using the 6 point 36mm socket --That's what I have used for all of my previous oil changes for years with my 3/8 socket...
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    Cannot unscrew oil filter housing cap - BMW E46

    So like I stated in a separate thread, I had my last OC done at the dealer on my 2005 E46 and they put the incorrect oil (0w/30 FE) and I decided to change it myself. (I usually do OCs myself on this car but once in while I do take it to dealer when i have a coupon). This E46 has the oil filter...
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    Post your latest oil change

    After the dealer put in 0w/30 FE oil (wrong for 2005 E46) i just did a mityvac OC today using Edge 0w/40. Stupid dealer had also OVERTIGHTNENED the oil filler cap and i just could not get it off no matter how hard i tried; didn't wanna damage anything so I just gave up (never had any trouble...
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