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    Most Expensive Ink Cartridges?

    I got sick of replacing ink cartridges. I bought a brother laser printer . I have a black and white as I don't need color...It is very economical
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    Ever had a engine or Transmission failure?

    1996 Ford Explorer transmission failed at about 130k. Fluid changed every 30-40k miles. It was a mechanical failure not fluid related
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    do you think this video is real.

    Is this a fake? It gets interesting at 1:30
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    "Best" FCPEuro A40 / C40 Oil

    That is what I use in my Cayman.
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    Tesla Turn signal stalks deleted

    Article is in my Panorama magazine. Look for the article titled This Is One. It is the second paragraph on the page.
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    Tesla Turn signal stalks deleted

    I was reading an article and said the new Teslas will not have turn signal stalks any more and the turn signals must be activated via the center screen. This Idea is nuts. Seems like another great idea like the yoke steering wheel....
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    2024 VW Atlas SE W/Tech

    You are wasting money putting 93 octane in any vehicle that calls for 87. Some myths just never die. I put 148k on my last Audi running 87. I also have the Same 2.0 but more highly tuned from factory in our 2019 Audi Q5 and run regular , its not an issue
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    Need Feedback - 2023 2.4 Highlander or the Honda CRV

    My daughter just purchased a Honda Sport Touring and loves it. She drives mostly in town and getting 35-36 MPG. It compares very well interior wise with our Audi Q5 so much so I think I would purchase one myself if needed.
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    De Tomaso Pantera spotted at Home Depot today

    Growing up in Brooklyn NY in the 70's there was a yellow one parked on the street. I would always ride my bicycle past to catch a glimpse. I LOVE anything exotic with an American V8 in it. It is just so wrong it makes the purist cringe.
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    Dollar Tree Yesterday

    You really shouldn't purchase a car that is more than 5% of your net worth. If you are making a lower wage I could see stretching that to get a reliable car. If the Nav was hers shame on her. I do see too many people buy cars they really cannot afford.
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    Real estate as an investment

    5 years is short term there is no possible way you can time that you just got lucky. Besides 1.1 million in the S&P would be worth 2,926,000.......Still beats real estate plus no taxes .....What were your taxes and maintenance costs you need to subtract those I have a friend who invests in...
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    Real estate as an investment

    There is no way housing is a good investment. When you factor in maintenance, insurance not to mention headaches it looks even worse. My first house in 1987 was $275k.. If you invested $275k in S&P in 1987 you would have $10,137,000. The house is worth about $900k. The only advantage a house...
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    Replace soap dish in shower

    My daughter just purchased this house and the soap dish is in terrible shape. The rest of the bathroom is OK. I would like to replace the soapdish. The screw on the bottom is corroded and does not come out. Thoughts on how to get this out and where to get a replacement for this
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    online bank account

    Would I need a checking or Savings account with chime to get the debit card. I assume you access the ATM network with debit card. JHZR2, Thanks $100 wont do it!
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    online bank account

    I am looking for an online bank. I have the following requirements. Looking for no ATM fee with a good presence nationwide or at least east USA coast(Maine to Florida) Good money market rate or no penalty withdrawal cd rate and naturally FDIC insured. I spend some time on the road and don't...
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    Why/When would you need a trust over a will

    would the executor have power of attorney , I think I did that with my Dad.
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    Why/When would you need a trust over a will

    What is holding things up? I was executor of my parents estate there were no issues. You could PM me if you would like to keep it off forum
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    Why/When would you need a trust over a will

    Talking to a friend of mine and he suggested I should have a trust instead of a will. My parents had a will and there wasn't an issue.
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    why cant navy pilots cant auto land on aircraft carriers

    Any reason why the navy cant have jets auto land on the aircraft carriers instead of in the pilots hand. With all the computer power at hand today it would seem to be much safer especially in bad weather or at night. I am sure the pilots would want to have total control but sometimes us...
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    Outrageous Dealer Add-Ons and Fees - When Will They Learn?

    I had a similar experience purchasing a Honda CRV Sprt Touring. Most wanted 2-3k in add ONS. Found a dealer that gave it to her for about 2k off MSRP and no add Ons. One dealer wanted to add Propack for $1999.00 which consisted of floor mats, mud guards and wheel locks...
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