Jim.... I do not know that much about the Cobalt engines. I would say that the 2.2 Ecotec is a modified version of the older 2.2 . I could make a couple of phone calls, tomorrow, and let you know. The newer overdrive automatic transmissions, are much better for power.
Chuck
Chuck,
If I get a Cobalt, I'd definitely want a five speed. One thing that I do like about the three speed ATX in the Sunfire is that it is not electronically controlled. The only thing I don't like about the Probe is the 4EAT ATX. It is electronically controlled,and is well known for the issues that can develop. Mine went 174,000 miles before it started to slip, then it was rebuilt. I have always changed the fluid and filter every 15,000 miles just to be safe though.
Jon Happy Happy anniversary to you and the misses.
Chuck / Jim let me put a little into the fire when i was younger I had a 68 chevy belair with a 6 banger in it. it was really the worst vehicle I have ever owned bought it used with about 70,000 miles on it. 1 st problem which probaly was good as I was only 17 it was too big for the motor in my point of view it was slow and had slow pick up. Afew years later got a used chevy pick up it was nothin but trouble like the car it kept breaking down. So I was done with chevy became a dodge man like old man then a few years latter became a ford man. well back about 2 years ago decieded to get rid of my ranger with a stick and v-6 init and over 230,000 miles on it. found a used ford 2001 and beside it was a 2003 chevy extended cab the ford had 97,000 but just didn't like the ride it both were extended cab full size pick ups. for some reason never test drived the chevy but via the phone the next day mad a deal for it for some reason. Best vehicle I have ever owned. I love that truck it had 116,000 miles on it when I got it. quite a few for a vehicle that was only 4 years old at the time. my wife and both thought we went from an escourt ( by the way I owned 2 of them back in the 80's) to a cadilac pickup we really enjoy tis truck and both have said we will keep this as long as posible. What I'm trying to say is all makes have there lemons and all models have there lemons also and some models are just plaig to be lemons I honestly believe and always have that it just the luck of the draw which one you get from which company. As even back when I had my lemon chevys I had freinds that had great ones. the best you can do is get good info on certain cars and go from there.
Evening all came home was tired took a nap feel great now. need to go back to bed in a few as 5am comes quick here on the east coast.
hope all have a good evening
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RT,
I have no one but myself to blame for the Sunfire disaster. The Probe was down due to a faulty coolant temp sensor (didn't know what the problem was at that time), and I needed a car for the upcoming semester. I went to look at the Sunfire at night after dark, and signed the papers that evening. The car history report was clean, so I was pretty excited. A few weeks later, I noticed that the hood didn't sit flush with the fender on the right side, and the door appeared to have been replaced at some point. Apparently, the car took a hit at some point, and the shop that fixed it didn't report the accident. I'll never rush when buying a car again. Just think, a $40 sensor ended up costing me $11,000 when all was said and done.x100
Did your Ranger have the 3.0 Vulcan V6 in it? From what I have read, that is a great engine.
RT....Very well said. Amen.
Jim....The new Ecotec engine has 155 HP. Gets 37 MPG with a 5 speed and A/C.
That sounds pretty good to me.
Shall we order you one in Lavender Blue ??
Blueberryhill RR RT....Very well said. Amen. Jim....The new Ecotec engine has 155 HP. Gets 37 MPG with a 5 speed and A/C. That sounds pretty good to me. Shall we order you one in Lavender Blue ?? Chuck
If I had the money, I'd be out looking right now. The 06 I was looking at came out to about $22,000 after finacing and trading the Sunfire, and that seemed very high to me. I really wanted it, but that kind of price is out of reach at the moment.
Well back from church and all the new outlets are in. Had replace around 15. Went fairly well, but a fair bit of fiddling and correcting wiring travesties over the years. Have to put together the readings for the Thurs service tomorrow and then may help the junior warden hang doors. New interim arrives Fri or Sat. supposedly. Felt pretty ugly while waiting for the docs to call, which they didn't 'til late in the afternoon. Got better enough to get the stuff at the church done.
Banks - thanks for the ground info. Where do the grounding clips attach? All the boxes have plaster over mud rings so getting a clean edge would take a bit of work. But regardless it would be worth it as a future update to the property, maybe before the new permanent rector moves in.
Jon - Happy Anniversary!
Gastroenterologist has one more test up his sleeve. They are checking to see if the test is done at the university hospital. Regular doc's office left a message that they called, but nothing about the lab work. Hopefully I will catch them tomorrow, otherwise I guess I'll hear about it at the appointment on Friday. Going to look into another cell phone. With my work schedule it's useless half the time (no coverage at the scope) and it's an added expense I don't really need, but the phone tag is getting old. The new cable service w/ Cox is great BTW and does indeed cost less.
Bob
Tucson, AZ (aka the Ol' Pueblo)
Home of the Mt. Graham & Arizona Eastern Boiler Shops
Jon....As I wish you and the Mrs. a Happy Anniversary, I can see you now at the big white house overlooking acres and acres of corn, sitting on the porch swing, drinking a cold ice tea with your arm around your Honey. However, I believe you would be better off taking off those rubber boots that smell like the hog pen before you get romantic.
Celebrating 18 years on the CTT Forum.
Buckeye Riveter......... OTTS Charter Member, a Roseyville Raider and a member of the CTT Forum since 2004..
Jelloway Creek, OH - ELV 1,100 - Home of the Baltimore, Ohio & Wabash RR
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Good evening everyone. First of all, Congratulations Jon and Sharyl! That is a long time, but I know you have plenty more left in you. Regarding the automotive industry, I've owned a number of different makes/models. Had a Ford Pinto wagon...now that was a sporty model to impress the dates I also had a Chevy Monte Carlo, it was fast and good looking. Little impact with a Jersey divider ended that fun. Also had a nice Buick Century...fast car that had me speaking with some of Fife's friends (never got a ticket though). Gave that one away when I bought a Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham. That was like docking a yacht. Good car, but the paint didn't hold up. They had some early aluminum engines that had a warping issue, but they got that straightened out. Since being married, I have a 94 Ford Bronco that I bought new and has about 170K miles on her. Also have a Mercedes and a Honda Odyssey. We sold a Honda Accord when we picked up the Odyssey. Have no complaints of any of the ones we currently have, save one....seems every time you take the Mercedes in for service, the bill is over $1,000.00. In the end, I think the cars made today are among the best regarding how they last and the comfort features. Some have issues, but if you check consumer's report, you can get a good idea of service life, etc. One bit of advice, don't buy something in the first model year. Let someone else work out the bugs and get one in the following years after some history has been made.
.Fife, On our way back from fishing this past weekend, we stopped off at McDonald's. The kids got "Happy Meals" and inside, they had small stuffed pink Flamingos. They were in the Beanie Baby style.
Well, I have an early start in the morning. Have to get some rest to be on my game. Not sure what has been going on lately, but we have had some of the worst protoplasm to deal with regarding patient condition. Seems folks are really letting themselves go.
God Bless,Dennis
TCA#09-63805
dwiemerOne bit of advice, don't buy something in the first model year. Let someone else work out the bugs and get one in the following years after some history has been made.
Same goes for computers, big screen TVs, boats, atv, etc., etc. Needless to say, the people who test products try to simulate real life conditions, but sometimes they don't know what really is going to happen. Something will work perfect at sea level and just die or explode at 10,000 feet.
Good Evening
Jon happy anniversary
Brent I do agree a known safety hazard could save someone serious injury.
Another beautiful summer day. I took my wife to see her sister and we had a 1/2 pound burger and a 12 oz beer for $3.50. My first beer for 2009, maybe enough summer left for one more. We also stopped at a small farmers market, same price as the stores but farm fresh. Much better tasting.
Brutus fire up the Thingy, I am ready for banilla...S.J.
I see I must have done something wrong, but I don't know how to fix it. Never happened to me before..
"IT's GOOD TO BE THE KING",by Mel Brooks
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All I can say is POOR SHARYL.
NEver made it to the lake. Had to fix neighbor's [the one I usually do not have to help] riding mower. Also serviced it. He has had it for 2 1/2 years and never changed the oil. It was happy to have do a lube, oil and filters. Put on new blades too as they were DULL and bent. In the middle of that Pam calls and says, "Gail has pull the toilet off the wall." [Gail being her boss who moved to Roseyville from DC.] Go to her house, she is trying to put new tank bolts in as old ones started leaking. She had gotten one out but the other two were not cooperating. Came home and got socket and ratchet. In a few. we had it fixed. Came home to see neighbor [one been in hospital] and his two kids walking toward pond. Gave them a ride and stayed until dark to give them a ride home. Finally got to eat. Had nothing since the big bowl of grits this morning. Hit the road to the lake tomorrow. Storms all around. Big line headed our way. Lake was suppose to have gotten 3 inches per radar. Called and they had .35 of an inch. Later
God bless TCA 05-58541 Benefactor Member of the NRA, Member of the American Legion, Retired Boss Hog of Roseyville , KC&D Qualified
Happy Anniversary Jon!
Worked on Thomas a little tonight - just soldered all the twisted wires and protected them with shrink tube, then put it all together and balanced the shell on the chasis so it was level and straight. Next step is just to put plastic in the windows on the passenger cars. Trying to decide whether to add lights in the passenger cars still.
I like my Chevy Colorado and we have had some good luck with Fords. If it is priced right, reliable, and does what I want, then I am happy with it. Simple right?
Tardis is ready and Kurt is up on rotation to drive so let's go!
RIP Chewy - best dog I ever had.
Hello all,
Just a quick cup.
Bob, a quick searh of the grounding clip found this
http://www.drillspot.com/products/447352/Raco_975_Ground_Clip
The wire fits in the groove that is on top in the picture. It is then put on the edge of the box. You will need to remove plaster about 1/2" at on point along the side of the box. A hit or two on a flat screwdriver should do the job.
Prayers to all who need them
Banks, Proud member of the OTTS TCA 12-67310
Morning all. Lucy did not get up with Mom so she woke me up early to go out. Lines of T'storms came through over the night. Last one I remember was at 3 AM. Rumble and Rumble. We sure have been blessed with good rains this year. Only used garden soaker hoses twice and then it rained right after that. Now lake house is different story. Massive storms all around it yesterday and they had not gotten an inch by 9:30 PM. Nearby had gotten 2 to 3 inches in an hour per weather bureau. Will do some things here and then hit the road to the lake house. Hear the grass needs mowing bad. Time to cook some redhots and get a cup of coffee. Have a good one.
Mornin' Fellas.Sorry SJ and I caused such a ruckous! Kinda thought you guys were getting complacant and needed something to get the blood flowing again! Good Job SJ! Well the saga has reached its terminus. SusieQ found a dealer who had a couple Nissan Muranos in stock, used, so we went to look at them last night. Online they both had leather seats, but when we looked at them only one did. She took it out on a test drive and asked the salesman "So how much horsepower does this have?" "263" "How much torque?" "What are you driving?" "BMW 525" "Well it definitely doesn't have as much as that! But it has some." LOL! They got along great. So she decides she likes this car and makes the deal (THANK GOD!). She looked at about 1000+ vehicles online yesterday and eliminated most of them based on styling, mpg, lack of cyclinders, premium fuel requirements, size, color, features, and then she checked their reliability ratings. I think she'll be happy with it, a bit larger than she needs but still a solid car, nice ride, and with only 48,000 miles it will have a decent life. She babies her cars so it should last her.On the way in to work today I saw the new Chevy Traverse... nice SUV. Will garner some consideration when the Murano has completed its tour of duty.
Good morning all,
IIABSDISEI with temps in the high 70s. Where is the summer?? At least the electric bill will be low. Saw and heard a nice flute concert at noon yesterday, but almost forgot to get my drink mug after it was over (so much for changing the daily pattern!). Had a good visit with old high school friend last night. No soccer and no YMCA, I was really living on the edge. Work was busy. The "saucy wench" was also the barber last night as I got a haircut before the race this weekend. I had the regular fare on the dining car this morning. Beacon is lit. I hope everyone has a good day.
Keep on training,
Mike C. from Indiana
Good Morning
Sun is up. 70s today. Sure could use some rain, not the flood type though. Usually just runs off not in. A trip to Lowes is planned for this morning. Enjoy your day..S.J.
Good Morning from Blueberryhill....
It is a beautiful day. Sunny and clear skies. 65 degrees. Going up to 83 with sunshine all day.
I have a busy schedule today. I will be running some errands this morning and working on a project this afternoon. I plan on spending some time under the shade tree later. Train time this weekend.
Dining car was here and we had the usual for breakfast.
Y'all have a great Thursday.
Mornin’
Murano, nice vehicle. I had one for my CC for the weekend, went to Gainesville with it. Even the Mrs was impressed. Good solid vehicle, no issues. We sell ‘em as soon as they come in. (Geez, B, ya shoulda TOLD me, $150 bird dog dude!! ).
Had another “casualty” from work last night, drove him home during rush hour and then back through the thunder boomers another 3 hour round last night. Got home after 7, made dinner and collapsed in bed. I going to get the lumber together today or tomorrow and do the new framing on the layout. My question is, do you guys use screws, nails or gulp, staples? I can’t seem to find my benchwork book.
Same forecast as the last 12 days – ssdd....
Make mine Mopar – no offense, Chuck, really tired of seeing those new Camaros (yeech! belly button car). I REALLY like the new Challenger and I had considered a Mustang. But with my CC, don’t need one just yet....maybe in the future.
US quality is lightyears ahead of the 80’s and 90’s and in my estimation is the same or better than the Asian or Euros. And I work with ‘em everyday. Just don’t ask me about the Toyotas again >junk<.
Be well, will catch up later!
I am the monster in your head...And I thought you'd learn by now, It seems you haven't yet.I am the venom in your skin --- Breaking Benjamin
Good late morning all. Case done, but they added another, so who knows when I'll get out of here.
Brent, don't worry about the bigger vehicle, with any luck, she'll have need for it Just glad she came through things well.
Rich, I had not heard about the fire/police officer getting hit. Hope that guy has a Looonnnnggg time to reflect.
With regard to Chrystler vehicles, in the 80s, they used inferior metal for the bodies. My father had a automotive-electric company and I did work for him for some time. One of the things he specialized in was making fire response vehicles. Whenever we would get a Chrystler vehicle in, we would install light bars, etc. With these, the drill would just punch through the metal....hardly any effort. With Ford and Chevy, you had to work at it. I have seen Dodge/Chrystler over the last 20 years and they have come a long way. They have some nice products.
Well, hope to get home to work on the layout. Only a few details to take care of and then I'll be on scenery.
Aloha all. Congratulations Jon and Sharyl. Hope we make it that long - 17 more years to go. Thanks for the link to the 96coal loader, Brutus! Maybe this one'll be the charm. Last minute dinner last eve with some friends cheered up the bride. Going to take the youngest to 'Kiddieland' - a classic, old-time small amusement park in Melrose Park, IL. Interesting discussion on autos. Still miss my '73 Dodge Charger SE (with the 318)...
Doug Murphy 'We few, we happy few, we band of brothers...' Henry V.
Just a quick check in from beautiful Southern Ohio
Having a quick lunch break then back at it. We are going on vacation friday afternoon and will be gone till the following Friday. Any reccomendations for site seeing around The west side of Mich.? Hopfull we'll venture into the UP as well.
MAy God bless
Jim
Jon - old timers setting in again - Happy Anniversary!!
Sturgeon-Phish Just a quick check in from beautiful Southern Ohio Having a quick lunch break then back at it. We are going on vacation friday afternoon and will be gone till the following Friday. Any reccomendations for site seeing around The west side of Mich.? Hopfull we'll venture into the UP as well. MAy God bless Jim
Jim, Up at Sault St. Marie, on the Canadian side is a great train ride. Called the Algoma Central Railroad. Goes up to Agawa Canyon and back. All day adventure. We have taken it several times. The winter Snow Train is great. The Depot is next to a Holiday Inn. ( or it was ).
anjdevil2 Mornin’ Make mine Mopar – no offense, Chuck, really tired of seeing those new Camaros (yeech! belly button car). I REALLY like the new Challenger and I had considered a Mustang. But with my CC, don’t need one just yet....maybe in the future.
No offense taken. Mopar makes some nice cars. I like the Mustang also. I also like the Camaro. ( " belly button car " ???? ) LOL
Jon - Happy Anniversay... nearly forgot. Rich - I think she'll like the Murano. I found a trailer hitch for it today.. $150.00 not bad. Will have to get it ordered soon. Have to check if it is prewired to the rear for a hitch.Challenger, Camaro, Mustang. I like them all. The updated versions of their eldermen are nicely done. I think Ford has a BIG, HUGE, head start on styling since they've had the mustang out for much longer than the others. The new Mustang is a very muscular looking car. Followed by the new Challenger. I agree with Rich on the new Camaro - nice styling but it is definitely tailored toward the finer gender.Rich - not sure what you meant by your last comment about $150?
Sounds like a good topic today for that radio show called "Car Talk" with the tappit brothers, clickity click and clickity clak. The biggest lemon I ever had was a Ford Granada with a variable venturi carburator. The worst carb ever designed. It had no replacement of any other type and Ford's replacements were no better than the originals. Never so happy to get rid of a piece of junk. One of my current cars is a 22 year old Buick Century. Unfortunately, it does not qualify for the clunker program by the government. You have to get less than 18 MPG on your old car and the Buick is rated for 23 MPG all though it has never seen that kind of milage in it's life.
Ray
SPMan
Chuck - "belly button car" - a nice way of saying "everybody has one" (like opinions and other things...)
Brent - if I would have know you were going to a used Murano (ya, I know, you didn't know either...), I'd have sent you to one of my local offices and when you made a purchase (and dropped my name), the cash fairy would have brought me 150 reasons to smile and say thank you.....
No worries. Next time...
Sun is still out lots of clouds....should rain any minute now...
See ya inna bit
Mornin' Mob !
Pardon the humour at the expense of the DNC.
It is still miserable here with the heat & humidity, trying not to run the A/C to much.
As for the car issue, I still miss my 65 GTO. Gas mileage was the pits but with some engine mods and a carb the size of a 5 gal garbage can what would one expect. Liked a lot of the Chrysler styling, wife has a PT Cruiser, but the gas mileage was not what it should have been.
Blueberryhill RR I plan on spending some time under the shade tree later. Chuck
I plan on spending some time under the shade tree later.
Chuck, You need to put a small loop of "G" or "O" under that shade tree for a little bit more incentive to visit that spot.
Happy anniversary to Jon & Sharyl.
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