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  1. Ford Patents for ultra-surveillance/data collection in vehicles

    It's all leading to this. Just a 4 minute YouTube video explains it all. We're seeing the infrastructure being built right now... Flok cameras record it, data centers store it, AI manages and passes judgment on it.
  2. Good road tire without an aggressive tread pattern - recommendations?

    If you want the white letter look, I've had decent experience with the BFG "Trail Terrain" tire on my OBX at 275/65/18. They're basically a couple of steps down in ruggedness of the K03, come in SL rated for some sidewall forgiveness with outline white lettering. When balanced correctly, they...
  3. What Percentage of Owners Off-Road?!

    Not much for me, largely because there just aren't a lot of places to take it for that in my area. When I"m back in NC, it'll go across a few loose dirt farm fields or some sand at the beach. But here in the outskirts of DC, despite the scenery, it's mostly just an open field to enjoy the...
  4. Don't Ignore The Interior of The Frame Rails ~ Chassis Flush

    As I used to say, you know it was a good night if it ended with Lynyrd. I'm pretty sure I still hold the record for being the most accurate air drummer on Sweet Home Alabama a certain bar in Wilmington. Perhaps not my proudest accomplishment in life, but certainly one of the more entertaining...
  5. Don't Ignore The Interior of The Frame Rails ~ Chassis Flush

    In 1997, I bought a 1994 GMC Jimmy SLT (4Door) from the local dealership. Lived in Wilmington, NC. By 1998 the paint was bubbling around the fender flares. They fixed it. Long story short, it didn’t see Y2K with me. Sucker was a rust bucket tip to tail. Turned out previous owner lived in Kill...
  6. Custom HUD from Korea

    It's definitely a cool gadget, and looks excellent for an OE fixture. But... I'd like to see what it is like after a year or two of baking on the dash from the sunlight before I would be willing to cut an opening in my dash like that. Not knocking it, but have been bitten enough by a few things...
  7. Rear locker or both?

    I believe it!! I thought I would need it when I was on the beach the last time (year ago...way too long), but it never seemed to need it and didn't really want to use it if I didn't have to. It was super hot that day and was being a gentle as I could with it.
  8. Brake Pads and Right to Repair

    PS: My wife made me give up the actual land-line phone in our home a few years ago, after she realized I only wanted it to "assist" with the Microsoft Help Desk guy who had detected a virus on my computer (Apple) and wanted to help me fix it.. Figured it was much cheaper than an actual...
  9. Brake Pads and Right to Repair

    I can promise that my VIN # is not what the eye in the sky is concerned about when it comes to profiling me. It has far bigger worries with me thanks to the microphones in the car and what comes out of my mouth when dealing with DC traffic. Willing to bet my social security number, person...
  10. Fuel Pump Recall?

    Reason #984 why I need to finally ditch DC and get back to NC! Toss in some of that secret BBQ sauce, and we'll become neighbors!
  11. Naming My Bronco

    You bet I did! If you know, you know....Richard.
  12. Leak: Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) system

    Looks like a warranty trip to the dealer for a new purge valve to me. Kudos to Ford however for putting it right there on top for ease of access, as the PCV is certainly an important component that does wear out (clogs) over time. Not 15,000 miles kind've time, but someday kind've time. I've...
  13. Rear locker or both?

    I've got the rear only (4.27) and have only needed it once. In the snow melt, dirt parking lot, sunk into some mud. 4H, was stuck. Hit the locker, and it rolled out of the mud like it wasn't even there. Otherwise I've not had a use for it at all. I'm a mall crawler that sees some farm land...
  14. Fuel Pump Recall?

    Good Gawd, I hope you bought it on April 24th, 2024!! Otherwise, what did you install for $56,650? A Flux Capacitor? :rockon:
  15. Fuel Pump Recall?

    Well, at least we’re not getting error messages for work out parts that aren’t even close to being worn out. Wife’s 2020 Mercedes has 99,140 miles and still on the same pads/rotors with nearly 50% of pad life left. Car threw a message saying to check the pads and call the dealership. Went into...
  16. Great customer service from IAG

    Exact same experience with my trail marker lights too, and AIG stepped up to replace them twice, the last time about 18 months after I initially purchased them. Not AIG's fault, just think supplier had a bad batch LED's flow through. AIG was 100% on their game to satisfy. Well done indeed!
  17. Engine failure at 45k miles

    I think you should have the cat's looked at regardless to make sure they weren't damaged by the failed engine. They're not exactly a cheap part to replace, and now would be the only time you'll have to form an argument that they too should be replaced via the warranty. If you were burning that...
  18. Engine failure at 45k miles

    I would think you would see a code, but maybe not until the O2 sensors start acting up. But as part of the overall engine replacement process, and considering the reason why - I would absolutely have the cat's looked at to make sure they're not a clogged up mess of oil residue in general...
  19. Engine failure at 45k miles

    I had our Mercedes GLS engine oil analyzed recently at 92k miles for the very first time (deciding to keep it or replace it). Happy to report the engine is perfect internally, except after 6,500 miles, they noted that viscosity was slightly higher than normal. Car only uses Mobile 1 full...
  20. Engine failure at 45k miles

    Burning through that much oil, and considering you had sludge, which indicates to me a BS entry on oil changes, makes me think your catalytic converter is probably damaged as well. No way it couldn't be with that much oil residue getting send through the exhaust system. That could be a cause for...


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