Random Thoughts - Part III The Search for Spark (No Politics)

[soundman98]

Originally Posted by weederr33

So this is what the acknowledgement states:

"Said vehicle does not have any damage or repair to the chassis or unibody and the motor block and cylinder heads are not cracked, welded, or repaired. The present engine is the original installed by the vehicle's manufacture. The vehicle was never in a flood and has no salvage or junk history. Said vehicle has not been in an accident that resulted in damages over $3000 and the emissions control equipment has never been altered or removed. The airbags have never been deployed. I understand that I may be responsible for any damages you may incur in the event I have misrepresented the condition of my trade-in vehicle to you."

yeah, technically, any tune tends to alter the emissions system unless it's a been certified, most aren't.

exhaust/headers, if they've got all the oem cat's installed, there'd be no difference to oem.

live and learn, but any used vehicle sale, i always make the other party sign an 'as-is, where-is' document. if i'm selling, i want nothing more to do with the vehicle, and do everything i can to make it clear that once the title is signed over, i no longer exist, and any problem of the vehicle is now their problem.

[NoHaveMSG]

It is currently cheaper for me to ship a 40' container across the ocean, then to send a 53' truck shipment from OR to southern California

[Tcoat]

Originally Posted by NoHaveMSG

It is currently cheaper for me to ship a 40' container across the ocean, then to send a 53' truck shipment from OR to southern California

Fuel costs and all those people that screamed "the poor truck drivers don't earn enough and should be paid way more" have boosted transport costs to a level that can break some places. It is going to get worse and worse as the companies boost wages to find drivers.

[NoHaveMSG]

Originally Posted by Tcoat

Fuel costs and all those people that screamed "the poor truck drivers don't earn enough and should be paid way more" have boosted transport costs to a level that can break some places. It is going to get worse and worse as the companies boost wages to find drivers.

I just shot one of my freight reps an email on this. I think it is going to implode soon. I'm just bypassing it when I can by bringing in enough that my vendor gives me free freight, wonder how long that will last.

[Ultramaroon]

Originally Posted by NoHaveMSG

I just shot one of my freight reps

Violence is never the answer.

[Spuds]

Originally Posted by Ultramaroon

Violence is never the answer.

Lol I also had to read that twice. Well done.

[bcj]

Originally Posted by NoHaveMSG

It is currently cheaper for me to ship a 40' container across the ocean, then to send a 53' truck shipment from OR to southern California

The Jones Act stipulates that shipping between any two US seaports must travel on US made ships.
Guess who quit making ships? Foot, bullet intersection.

[spike021]

Just got back from radiology again.

This radiologist said apparently the one from last week did a more "general" imaging and didn't focus too thoroughly on the actual spot I was having discomfort in.

Afterward, she told me she didn't personally notice anything off, but the doctor himself has to give the all-clear.

So, here's hoping...

[Tcoat]

Speaking of increasing prices:

Bill of sale for freshly painted and new top car September 22, 1975

Bill to remove and replace cracked block (frozen) base 327 with low miles performance 327. Engine not on bill but cost $50 from auto wreckers October 1978

Bill to replaced locked up diff probably due to increased HP and torque from new engine November 1978

[Teseo]

What a rip off...

[soundman98]

Originally Posted by Ultramaroon

Violence is never the answer.

shooting the messenger is always an option. it sends a very specific message.

[soundman98]

Originally Posted by Tcoat

Speaking of increasing prices:

Bill of sale for freshly painted and new top car September 22, 1975

Bill to remove and replace cracked block (frozen) base 327 with low miles performance 327. Engine not on bill but cost $50 from auto wreckers October 1978

Bill to replaced locked up diff probably due to increased HP and torque from new engine November 1978

https://twitter.com/AmyfStuart/statu...41299437989888

Average family income, Canada:
1975: 50k
2015: 70k

Average house price, Toronto:
1975: 60k
2015: ~700k

Average tuition costs, Canada:
1975: $550
2015: $6200

Remember these numbers next time you tell someone younger than you that it just comes down to hard work.

[NoHaveMSG]

Originally Posted by soundman98

shooting the messenger is always an option. it sends a very specific message.

I'm considering it now. I just asked a simple question, not even complaining about the rate, and have gotten no less than 4 emails as a result That will teach me to be curious.

[Ultramaroon]

Originally Posted by Teseo

What a rip off...

lol