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Originally I signed up for the Smart Car waiting list. But safety concerns, wife opposition, and the nagging feeling that a super economy car shouldn't require premium fuel drove me away from that choice. Bit of the story in the "Smart Car?" thread.
Signed up for the diesel Jetta waiting list on June 27th. Was informed today I can pick it up tomorrow. Good thing I signed when I did- they're getting even fewer diesel Jettas this year than they were previously told. They are, however, charging about $3,500 over sticker. About $28,800 total, all fees, taxes, etc included.
BTW, this diesel Jetta w/automatic has EPA figures of 29/40, which the gov't admits is too low. An independent company, AMCI, puts the correct figures at 38/44. The Smart Car has EPA figures of 33/41. Doing the math, and considering safety and utility, expected vehicle lifespan, how equipped, and probable residual value, the choice is easy. Actually getting your hands on either vehicle in the near future is the problem.
Highlights of how equipped:
-Black with beige interior
-16" alloy wheels
-6 speed DSG tiptronic automatic
-Premium VII AM/FM radio with in-dash 6-disc CD Changer, RDS, MP3 format readable, Sirius satellite radio, 10 speakers, theft-deterrent warning light and coding system, and speed sensitive volume. Controls on steering wheel.
-Powered, heated, folding, turn signal equipped side mirrors.
-a/c
-sunroof
-cruise control
-power windows
-power trunk release
-keyfob remote access
-refrigerated/cooled glove box
-3 12v outlets
-1 115v outlet
-variable speed wipers with heating jets
-rear defroster
-compass
-trip computer/odometer
-low tire pressure warning system
-ABS
-6 air bags
-6 way driver & passenger seats
Oh, BTW: All routine maintenance is included for the first 3 years/36,000 miles.
I'm not much of a radio listener, but perhaps Sirius will change my mind. I have a strong distaste for commercials, even the ones on PBS, and find that too few of the songs they play interest me. But I'll certainly be looking forward to better traffic and weather reports.
I'll post if anything interesting happens for delivery, and actual mpg if there's any interest.
Signed up for the diesel Jetta waiting list on June 27th. Was informed today I can pick it up tomorrow. Good thing I signed when I did- they're getting even fewer diesel Jettas this year than they were previously told. They are, however, charging about $3,500 over sticker. About $28,800 total, all fees, taxes, etc included.
BTW, this diesel Jetta w/automatic has EPA figures of 29/40, which the gov't admits is too low. An independent company, AMCI, puts the correct figures at 38/44. The Smart Car has EPA figures of 33/41. Doing the math, and considering safety and utility, expected vehicle lifespan, how equipped, and probable residual value, the choice is easy. Actually getting your hands on either vehicle in the near future is the problem.
Highlights of how equipped:
-Black with beige interior
-16" alloy wheels
-6 speed DSG tiptronic automatic
-Premium VII AM/FM radio with in-dash 6-disc CD Changer, RDS, MP3 format readable, Sirius satellite radio, 10 speakers, theft-deterrent warning light and coding system, and speed sensitive volume. Controls on steering wheel.
-Powered, heated, folding, turn signal equipped side mirrors.
-a/c
-sunroof
-cruise control
-power windows
-power trunk release
-keyfob remote access
-refrigerated/cooled glove box
-3 12v outlets
-1 115v outlet
-variable speed wipers with heating jets
-rear defroster
-compass
-trip computer/odometer
-low tire pressure warning system
-ABS
-6 air bags
-6 way driver & passenger seats
Oh, BTW: All routine maintenance is included for the first 3 years/36,000 miles.
I'm not much of a radio listener, but perhaps Sirius will change my mind. I have a strong distaste for commercials, even the ones on PBS, and find that too few of the songs they play interest me. But I'll certainly be looking forward to better traffic and weather reports.
I'll post if anything interesting happens for delivery, and actual mpg if there's any interest.
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My wife's Matrix has an 115v outlet in the dash, as well. It's rated pretty low, current wise. I told her not to plug anything other than her cell phone or ipod charger into it.
Of course, I get a call from her telling me she plugged her curling iron into it and it isn't working
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My wife's Matrix has an 115v outlet in the dash, as well. It's rated pretty low, current wise. I told her not to plug anything other than her cell phone or ipod charger into it.
Of course, I get a call from her telling me she plugged her curling iron into it and it isn't working
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150W, IIRC.
Curling iron, huh? Driving at the time?
I wish I knew if it was square, stepped or modified sine. I'm sure it's not a real sine wave.
Curling iron, huh? Driving at the time?
I wish I knew if it was square, stepped or modified sine. I'm sure it's not a real sine wave.
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Unfortunately, probably... at least she didn't try plugging an 1800 watt blow dryer in.... yet. Ours is stamped 150 watts on the outlet cover. Right next to the outlet itself, there is a push button on the dash to enable the outlet. Drawing too much current on hers just turns the outlet back off.
150W, IIRC.
Curling iron, huh? Driving at the time?
Unfortunately, probably... at least she didn't try plugging an 1800 watt blow dryer in.... yet. Ours is stamped 150 watts on the outlet cover. Right next to the outlet itself, there is a push button on the dash to enable the outlet. Drawing too much current on hers just turns the outlet back off.
For some reason, the satelliteguys.us site is loading a lot slower than usual on both Chrome on my Asus laptop and Safari on my iPhone.
I'm also seeing longer appearances of the blue bar at the top and the "3 blue bars" loading symbol.
Is anyone else also having the same problem? Thanks in advance.
I'm also seeing longer appearances of the blue bar at the top and the "3 blue bars" loading symbol.
Is anyone else also having the same problem? Thanks in advance.
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When I heard about this exploit I was wondering how quick you would be on it.
12 minutes after the patch was release I had it patched.When I heard about this exploit I was wondering how quick you would be on it.
OFF WITH YOUR HEAD!
Aww- nevermind.
Aww- nevermind.
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Apple Fall Hardware Event takes place today, September 9, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. PT / 1:00 p.m. ET. It marks the debut of new CEO John Ternus and the expected reveal of Apple's first foldable phone.
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when was the last time they innovated something
I'd probably say when they came up with their M-series of processors with integrated memory. That allowed Apple to get away from the inefficient Intel CPUs that were limiting their notebook computers.when was the last time they innovated something
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Patrick Stewart died yesterday, October 28th at the age of 86. We lost yet another great actor. 
www.hollywoodreporter.com
Patrick Stewart, ‘Star Trek’ Captain and ‘X-Men’ Superhero, Dies at 86
He’s forever known for playing Jean-Luc Picard and Charles Xavier, whom he “admired for their morality, for their kindness, for their sensitivity, for their compassion.”
www.hollywoodreporter.com
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Since the Reds have there thread we should too!
Last watched Nine inch Nails
Next 3:10 to Yuma
Last watched Nine inch Nails
Next 3:10 to Yuma
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Simple, charming. Entire premise is quite silly but Cary Grant carries it across the line in good fashion.
Simple, charming. Entire premise is quite silly but Cary Grant carries it across the line in good fashion.
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The TPN Map Excel Presents all DIRECTV Channels:
Understanding the TPN Map
Making Sense of the TPN Map Display Conventions
National (50-States or wide/NAT+PR beams)
Local (Local-Into-Local or narrow/Spot beams)
Local (Local-Into-Local or narrow/Spot beams)
Additional tabs provide:
OTA the (Over-The-Air) Database
VOD (Video On_Demand) Records
Offline Records
Engr Records
Net Decoder a graphic presentation of all satellites and transponders
VOD (Video On_Demand) Records
Offline Records
Engr Records
Net Decoder a graphic presentation of all satellites and transponders
Domestic Satellites
@99W...... D11, D14
@101W.... D16
@103W.... D12, D15
@110W.... D5
@119W.... D8
@99W...... D11, D14
@101W.... D16
@103W.... D12, D15
@110W.... D5
@119W.... D8
Understanding the TPN Map
Making Sense of the TPN Map Display Conventions
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Over the past few weeks, I have had problems connecting to streaming services (Netflix, HBO et al). When I go to the TV's native Channels, I have no problem. The Dish internet troubleshooter shows I have a good internet connection. I'm wondering whether it's an issue with my internet provider or a problem with the Dish software on the Hopper Plus. Anyone else seeing this?
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Sometimes a thread gets so many posts in it that is can cause issues for the server so that why today we introduce The Song Name Game Part 3!
So let the game continue!
The last song was added by Bobby who posted...
One Meat Ball - Andrews Sisters
CONTINUE ON AND HAVE FUN! WELCOME HOME TO SATELLITEGUYS.US!
Here are the original rules for the game as posted by WebbyDude back in 2006. http://www.satelliteguys.us/threads/68645-Song-Name-Game
Just name a song title and the band who performed it. The next person does the same thing, but needs to list a song title or band name which includes a word from the previous entry. Pick songs from any genre.
Example:
Long Live Rock and Roll -- Rainbow
Rainbow in the Dark -- Dio
Another example:
Ride the Lightning -- Metallica
Lightning Strikes -- Ozzy Osbourne
Get it?
An additional note: we all know that song titles, sometimes, use profane words. Because this is a family friendly website it is advised that you clean up that title up a bit. This is accomplished by using something like sh!t instead of the real word. Thanks....
So let the game continue!
The last song was added by Bobby who posted...
One Meat Ball - Andrews Sisters
CONTINUE ON AND HAVE FUN! WELCOME HOME TO SATELLITEGUYS.US!
Here are the original rules for the game as posted by WebbyDude back in 2006. http://www.satelliteguys.us/threads/68645-Song-Name-Game
Just name a song title and the band who performed it. The next person does the same thing, but needs to list a song title or band name which includes a word from the previous entry. Pick songs from any genre.
Example:
Long Live Rock and Roll -- Rainbow
Rainbow in the Dark -- Dio
Another example:
Ride the Lightning -- Metallica
Lightning Strikes -- Ozzy Osbourne
Get it?
An additional note: we all know that song titles, sometimes, use profane words. Because this is a family friendly website it is advised that you clean up that title up a bit. This is accomplished by using something like sh!t instead of the real word. Thanks....
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Starting a thread klang !
After an amazing first 2 seasons and an 8 episode 3rd season still coming this year, season 4 has now been greenlit.
After an amazing first 2 seasons and an 8 episode 3rd season still coming this year, season 4 has now been greenlit.
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This is a thread that will keep you apprised of 4K events that will be showing on Dish channel 540. Keep looking here for information.
As of today, 9-27-17, there are no scheduled events posted for the next 2 weeks. That is subject to change on a daily basis.
As of today, 9-27-17, there are no scheduled events posted for the next 2 weeks. That is subject to change on a daily basis.
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Good...simple humor. Enjoy
View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E92AtfTLge4
View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HJy0WnejlF4
View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E92AtfTLge4
View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HJy0WnejlF4
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