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On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 11:31:03 -0400, Wayne.B wrote:
On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 08:22:59 -0400, Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/27/17 10:52 PM, Mr. Luddite wrote: On 10/27/2017 10:17 PM, Wayne.B wrote: On Fri, 27 Oct 2017 10:03:05 -0700 (PDT), Its Me wrote: Toyota and Honda builds good, reliable transportation.* I just wish they weren't so boring to drive.* :) === The V6 Honda Accord develops about 290 hp and does 0 to 60 in a bit over 6 seconds.* Nothing boring about that. Engine efficiencies have come a long way.* The Canyon I bought has a V6 rated at 308 hp.* It has an 8 speed transmission that I really like a lot.* I rarely accelerate hard but have tried it a couple of times for kicks.* Shifts are quick and positive and the little truck can scoot right along. What are you averaging for MPGs? If I drive "rationally," I'm getting about 23-25 MPG in suburban areas with light traffic and a few stoplights, and 27-29 MPG on the Interstates if I stay at my typical 60-65 mph. Six-speed manual tranny. Drove wife's Camry 4-cylinder auto up to Bowie earlier this week, about 30 miles, on U.S. 301, and averaged 37 MPG for light traffic, but plenty of traffic lights, driving. That sort of MPG will put a smile on my face with a nice-sized four-door sedan. :) === If you drive 60 to 65 on the interstates you should be arrested for obstructing traffic. Here in FL 80 to 85 is more like it. Even in nanny states like NY people are now doing 70 to 75. When pulling the trailer, I set the speed to about 63. Without it, I'll set it at 73. On the interstates. Much easier than trying to beat the herd. Just let them pass me. |
Consumer Reports Annual Reliability Survey
On 10/28/2017 3:21 PM, John H wrote:
On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 17:46:47 -0000 (UTC), Bill wrote: wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 12:41:51 -0400, Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/28/17 12:35 PM, wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 12:31:58 -0400, Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/28/17 11:31 AM, Wayne.B wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 08:22:59 -0400, Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/27/17 10:52 PM, Mr. Luddite wrote: On 10/27/2017 10:17 PM, Wayne.B wrote: On Fri, 27 Oct 2017 10:03:05 -0700 (PDT), Its Me wrote: Toyota and Honda builds good, reliable transportation.* I just wish they weren't so boring to drive.* :) === The V6 Honda Accord develops about 290 hp and does 0 to 60 in a bit over 6 seconds.* Nothing boring about that. Engine efficiencies have come a long way.* The Canyon I bought has a V6 rated at 308 hp.* It has an 8 speed transmission that I really like a lot.* I rarely accelerate hard but have tried it a couple of times for kicks.* Shifts are quick and positive and the little truck can scoot right along. What are you averaging for MPGs? If I drive "rationally," I'm getting about 23-25 MPG in suburban areas with light traffic and a few stoplights, and 27-29 MPG on the Interstates if I stay at my typical 60-65 mph. Six-speed manual tranny. Drove wife's Camry 4-cylinder auto up to Bowie earlier this week, about 30 miles, on U.S. 301, and averaged 37 MPG for light traffic, but plenty of traffic lights, driving. That sort of MPG will put a smile on my face with a nice-sized four-door sedan. :) === If you drive 60 to 65 on the interstates you should be arrested for obstructing traffic. Here in FL 80 to 85 is more like it. Even in nanny states like NY people are now doing 70 to 75. I drive at the posted limit or usually a few mph below it, if it is 70. I would love having you behind me in your car in a place where you could not pass...Wayne RoadRage... :) I am glad you stay in maryland I'll be in Florida in December and in March or April. :) Driving slow in the left lane on I-95 with your turn signal on and little old ladies giving you the finger I guess. Just be careful around Miami. They shoot at snowbirds who **** up traffic there. Here, driving slow in the left lane, even the speed limit gets you an impeding traffic ticket. I wish they'd monitor impeding traffic and following too close a lot more. There's a dilemma. The ones going too slow are causing the others to follow too close. Everyone gets a ticket. :-) |
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On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 15:20:32 -0400, John H
wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 11:31:03 -0400, Wayne.B wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 08:22:59 -0400, Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/27/17 10:52 PM, Mr. Luddite wrote: On 10/27/2017 10:17 PM, Wayne.B wrote: On Fri, 27 Oct 2017 10:03:05 -0700 (PDT), Its Me wrote: Toyota and Honda builds good, reliable transportation.* I just wish they weren't so boring to drive.* :) === The V6 Honda Accord develops about 290 hp and does 0 to 60 in a bit over 6 seconds.* Nothing boring about that. Engine efficiencies have come a long way.* The Canyon I bought has a V6 rated at 308 hp.* It has an 8 speed transmission that I really like a lot.* I rarely accelerate hard but have tried it a couple of times for kicks.* Shifts are quick and positive and the little truck can scoot right along. What are you averaging for MPGs? If I drive "rationally," I'm getting about 23-25 MPG in suburban areas with light traffic and a few stoplights, and 27-29 MPG on the Interstates if I stay at my typical 60-65 mph. Six-speed manual tranny. Drove wife's Camry 4-cylinder auto up to Bowie earlier this week, about 30 miles, on U.S. 301, and averaged 37 MPG for light traffic, but plenty of traffic lights, driving. That sort of MPG will put a smile on my face with a nice-sized four-door sedan. :) === If you drive 60 to 65 on the interstates you should be arrested for obstructing traffic. Here in FL 80 to 85 is more like it. Even in nanny states like NY people are now doing 70 to 75. When pulling the trailer, I set the speed to about 63. Without it, I'll set it at 73. On the interstates. Much easier than trying to beat the herd. Just let them pass me. === If you're pulling a trailer and staying in the right lane, that's fine with me. Jerks like Harree who intentionally clog the passing lane, not so much. |
Consumer Reports Annual Reliability Survey
On Saturday, October 28, 2017 at 12:36:15 PM UTC-4, wrote:
On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 12:31:58 -0400, Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/28/17 11:31 AM, Wayne.B wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 08:22:59 -0400, Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/27/17 10:52 PM, Mr. Luddite wrote: On 10/27/2017 10:17 PM, Wayne.B wrote: On Fri, 27 Oct 2017 10:03:05 -0700 (PDT), Its Me wrote: Toyota and Honda builds good, reliable transportation.* I just wish they weren't so boring to drive.* :) === The V6 Honda Accord develops about 290 hp and does 0 to 60 in a bit over 6 seconds.* Nothing boring about that. Engine efficiencies have come a long way.* The Canyon I bought has a V6 rated at 308 hp.* It has an 8 speed transmission that I really like a lot.* I rarely accelerate hard but have tried it a couple of times for kicks.* Shifts are quick and positive and the little truck can scoot right along. What are you averaging for MPGs? If I drive "rationally," I'm getting about 23-25 MPG in suburban areas with light traffic and a few stoplights, and 27-29 MPG on the Interstates if I stay at my typical 60-65 mph. Six-speed manual tranny. Drove wife's Camry 4-cylinder auto up to Bowie earlier this week, about 30 miles, on U.S. 301, and averaged 37 MPG for light traffic, but plenty of traffic lights, driving. That sort of MPG will put a smile on my face with a nice-sized four-door sedan. :) === If you drive 60 to 65 on the interstates you should be arrested for obstructing traffic. Here in FL 80 to 85 is more like it. Even in nanny states like NY people are now doing 70 to 75. I drive at the posted limit or usually a few mph below it, if it is 70. I would love having you behind me in your car in a place where you could not pass...Wayne RoadRage... :) I am glad you stay in maryland They are everywhere. The old and senile drive like that here, too. |
Consumer Reports Annual Reliability Survey
On Saturday, October 28, 2017 at 3:35:43 PM UTC-4, Wayne.B wrote:
On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 15:20:32 -0400, John H wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 11:31:03 -0400, Wayne.B wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 08:22:59 -0400, Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/27/17 10:52 PM, Mr. Luddite wrote: On 10/27/2017 10:17 PM, Wayne.B wrote: On Fri, 27 Oct 2017 10:03:05 -0700 (PDT), Its Me wrote: Toyota and Honda builds good, reliable transportation.* I just wish they weren't so boring to drive.* :) === The V6 Honda Accord develops about 290 hp and does 0 to 60 in a bit over 6 seconds.* Nothing boring about that. Engine efficiencies have come a long way.* The Canyon I bought has a V6 rated at 308 hp.* It has an 8 speed transmission that I really like a lot.* I rarely accelerate hard but have tried it a couple of times for kicks.* Shifts are quick and positive and the little truck can scoot right along. What are you averaging for MPGs? If I drive "rationally," I'm getting about 23-25 MPG in suburban areas with light traffic and a few stoplights, and 27-29 MPG on the Interstates if I stay at my typical 60-65 mph. Six-speed manual tranny. Drove wife's Camry 4-cylinder auto up to Bowie earlier this week, about 30 miles, on U.S. 301, and averaged 37 MPG for light traffic, but plenty of traffic lights, driving. That sort of MPG will put a smile on my face with a nice-sized four-door sedan. :) === If you drive 60 to 65 on the interstates you should be arrested for obstructing traffic. Here in FL 80 to 85 is more like it. Even in nanny states like NY people are now doing 70 to 75. When pulling the trailer, I set the speed to about 63. Without it, I'll set it at 73. On the interstates. Much easier than trying to beat the herd. Just let them pass me. === If you're pulling a trailer and staying in the right lane, that's fine with me. Jerks like Harree who intentionally clog the passing lane, not so much. I've watched many drivers get on the interstate up ahead of me with no one else around, and they immediately get into the left lane. I end up passing them in the right. I don't understand the mentality of those people... they think they have to be in the left lane at all times. Even when there's no traffic in the right lane and they can move over (as the law requires, slower traffic keep right) they still don't. I'll end up passing on the right, then moving over right in front of them, very closely. Maybe they'll get the message. Of course, half are on cell phones, talking or texting. When you are behind the wheel, you have one job. Driving. |
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On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 15:35:34 -0400, Wayne.B wrote:
On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 15:20:32 -0400, John H wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 11:31:03 -0400, Wayne.B wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 08:22:59 -0400, Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/27/17 10:52 PM, Mr. Luddite wrote: On 10/27/2017 10:17 PM, Wayne.B wrote: On Fri, 27 Oct 2017 10:03:05 -0700 (PDT), Its Me wrote: Toyota and Honda builds good, reliable transportation.* I just wish they weren't so boring to drive.* :) === The V6 Honda Accord develops about 290 hp and does 0 to 60 in a bit over 6 seconds.* Nothing boring about that. Engine efficiencies have come a long way.* The Canyon I bought has a V6 rated at 308 hp.* It has an 8 speed transmission that I really like a lot.* I rarely accelerate hard but have tried it a couple of times for kicks.* Shifts are quick and positive and the little truck can scoot right along. What are you averaging for MPGs? If I drive "rationally," I'm getting about 23-25 MPG in suburban areas with light traffic and a few stoplights, and 27-29 MPG on the Interstates if I stay at my typical 60-65 mph. Six-speed manual tranny. Drove wife's Camry 4-cylinder auto up to Bowie earlier this week, about 30 miles, on U.S. 301, and averaged 37 MPG for light traffic, but plenty of traffic lights, driving. That sort of MPG will put a smile on my face with a nice-sized four-door sedan. :) === If you drive 60 to 65 on the interstates you should be arrested for obstructing traffic. Here in FL 80 to 85 is more like it. Even in nanny states like NY people are now doing 70 to 75. When pulling the trailer, I set the speed to about 63. Without it, I'll set it at 73. On the interstates. Much easier than trying to beat the herd. Just let them pass me. === If you're pulling a trailer and staying in the right lane, that's fine with me. Jerks like Harree who intentionally clog the passing lane, not so much. If it's three lane, with a lot of entrances, I'll stay in the middle lane. Otherwise the right lane. Very often the folks entering the interstate seem to think they have the right of way. Of course, they just look at the trailer and think, 'Oh, another rich SOB'. Surprising how much many folks think a fifth wheel like mine costs. |
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On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 15:26:25 -0400, "Mr. Luddite" wrote:
On 10/28/2017 3:21 PM, John H wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 17:46:47 -0000 (UTC), Bill wrote: wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 12:41:51 -0400, Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/28/17 12:35 PM, wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 12:31:58 -0400, Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/28/17 11:31 AM, Wayne.B wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 08:22:59 -0400, Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/27/17 10:52 PM, Mr. Luddite wrote: On 10/27/2017 10:17 PM, Wayne.B wrote: On Fri, 27 Oct 2017 10:03:05 -0700 (PDT), Its Me wrote: Toyota and Honda builds good, reliable transportation.* I just wish they weren't so boring to drive.* :) === The V6 Honda Accord develops about 290 hp and does 0 to 60 in a bit over 6 seconds.* Nothing boring about that. Engine efficiencies have come a long way.* The Canyon I bought has a V6 rated at 308 hp.* It has an 8 speed transmission that I really like a lot.* I rarely accelerate hard but have tried it a couple of times for kicks.* Shifts are quick and positive and the little truck can scoot right along. What are you averaging for MPGs? If I drive "rationally," I'm getting about 23-25 MPG in suburban areas with light traffic and a few stoplights, and 27-29 MPG on the Interstates if I stay at my typical 60-65 mph. Six-speed manual tranny. Drove wife's Camry 4-cylinder auto up to Bowie earlier this week, about 30 miles, on U.S. 301, and averaged 37 MPG for light traffic, but plenty of traffic lights, driving. That sort of MPG will put a smile on my face with a nice-sized four-door sedan. :) === If you drive 60 to 65 on the interstates you should be arrested for obstructing traffic. Here in FL 80 to 85 is more like it. Even in nanny states like NY people are now doing 70 to 75. I drive at the posted limit or usually a few mph below it, if it is 70. I would love having you behind me in your car in a place where you could not pass...Wayne RoadRage... :) I am glad you stay in maryland I'll be in Florida in December and in March or April. :) Driving slow in the left lane on I-95 with your turn signal on and little old ladies giving you the finger I guess. Just be careful around Miami. They shoot at snowbirds who **** up traffic there. Here, driving slow in the left lane, even the speed limit gets you an impeding traffic ticket. I wish they'd monitor impeding traffic and following too close a lot more. There's a dilemma. The ones going too slow are causing the others to follow too close. Everyone gets a ticket. :-) I think states should have 'traffic enforcement' cops. All they do is write traffic tickets. Pay for themselves, need little training, etc. |
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On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 12:38:42 -0700 (PDT), Its Me wrote:
On Saturday, October 28, 2017 at 12:36:15 PM UTC-4, wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 12:31:58 -0400, Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/28/17 11:31 AM, Wayne.B wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 08:22:59 -0400, Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/27/17 10:52 PM, Mr. Luddite wrote: On 10/27/2017 10:17 PM, Wayne.B wrote: On Fri, 27 Oct 2017 10:03:05 -0700 (PDT), Its Me wrote: Toyota and Honda builds good, reliable transportation.* I just wish they weren't so boring to drive.* :) === The V6 Honda Accord develops about 290 hp and does 0 to 60 in a bit over 6 seconds.* Nothing boring about that. Engine efficiencies have come a long way.* The Canyon I bought has a V6 rated at 308 hp.* It has an 8 speed transmission that I really like a lot.* I rarely accelerate hard but have tried it a couple of times for kicks.* Shifts are quick and positive and the little truck can scoot right along. What are you averaging for MPGs? If I drive "rationally," I'm getting about 23-25 MPG in suburban areas with light traffic and a few stoplights, and 27-29 MPG on the Interstates if I stay at my typical 60-65 mph. Six-speed manual tranny. Drove wife's Camry 4-cylinder auto up to Bowie earlier this week, about 30 miles, on U.S. 301, and averaged 37 MPG for light traffic, but plenty of traffic lights, driving. That sort of MPG will put a smile on my face with a nice-sized four-door sedan. :) === If you drive 60 to 65 on the interstates you should be arrested for obstructing traffic. Here in FL 80 to 85 is more like it. Even in nanny states like NY people are now doing 70 to 75. I drive at the posted limit or usually a few mph below it, if it is 70. I would love having you behind me in your car in a place where you could not pass...Wayne RoadRage... :) I am glad you stay in maryland They are everywhere. The old and senile drive like that here, too. Amen. Us young guys don't drive that way! |
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Wayne.B wrote:
On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 15:20:32 -0400, John H wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 11:31:03 -0400, Wayne.B wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 08:22:59 -0400, Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/27/17 10:52 PM, Mr. Luddite wrote: On 10/27/2017 10:17 PM, Wayne.B wrote: On Fri, 27 Oct 2017 10:03:05 -0700 (PDT), Its Me wrote: Toyota and Honda builds good, reliable transportation.* I just wish they weren't so boring to drive.* :) === The V6 Honda Accord develops about 290 hp and does 0 to 60 in a bit over 6 seconds.* Nothing boring about that. Engine efficiencies have come a long way.* The Canyon I bought has a V6 rated at 308 hp.* It has an 8 speed transmission that I really like a lot.* I rarely accelerate hard but have tried it a couple of times for kicks.* Shifts are quick and positive and the little truck can scoot right along. What are you averaging for MPGs? If I drive "rationally," I'm getting about 23-25 MPG in suburban areas with light traffic and a few stoplights, and 27-29 MPG on the Interstates if I stay at my typical 60-65 mph. Six-speed manual tranny. Drove wife's Camry 4-cylinder auto up to Bowie earlier this week, about 30 miles, on U.S. 301, and averaged 37 MPG for light traffic, but plenty of traffic lights, driving. That sort of MPG will put a smile on my face with a nice-sized four-door sedan. :) === If you drive 60 to 65 on the interstates you should be arrested for obstructing traffic. Here in FL 80 to 85 is more like it. Even in nanny states like NY people are now doing 70 to 75. When pulling the trailer, I set the speed to about 63. Without it, I'll set it at 73. On the interstates. Much easier than trying to beat the herd. Just let them pass me. === If you're pulling a trailer and staying in the right lane, that's fine with me. Jerks like Harree who intentionally clog the passing lane, not so much. The problem is they consider it the fast lane. Is actually a passing lane. Years ago the signs said “keep right, except to pass”. Now they say slower traffic keep right. Big problem we have here, is the main highway, I5 is a 70 mph speed limit for cars, but trucks and towing is 55 mph. Is a sure fire cause of accidents. |
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On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 16:22:15 -0400, John H
wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 15:26:25 -0400, "Mr. Luddite" wrote: On 10/28/2017 3:21 PM, John H wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 17:46:47 -0000 (UTC), Bill wrote: wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 12:41:51 -0400, Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/28/17 12:35 PM, wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 12:31:58 -0400, Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/28/17 11:31 AM, Wayne.B wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 08:22:59 -0400, Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/27/17 10:52 PM, Mr. Luddite wrote: On 10/27/2017 10:17 PM, Wayne.B wrote: On Fri, 27 Oct 2017 10:03:05 -0700 (PDT), Its Me wrote: Toyota and Honda builds good, reliable transportation.* I just wish they weren't so boring to drive.* :) === The V6 Honda Accord develops about 290 hp and does 0 to 60 in a bit over 6 seconds.* Nothing boring about that. Engine efficiencies have come a long way.* The Canyon I bought has a V6 rated at 308 hp.* It has an 8 speed transmission that I really like a lot.* I rarely accelerate hard but have tried it a couple of times for kicks.* Shifts are quick and positive and the little truck can scoot right along. What are you averaging for MPGs? If I drive "rationally," I'm getting about 23-25 MPG in suburban areas with light traffic and a few stoplights, and 27-29 MPG on the Interstates if I stay at my typical 60-65 mph. Six-speed manual tranny. Drove wife's Camry 4-cylinder auto up to Bowie earlier this week, about 30 miles, on U.S. 301, and averaged 37 MPG for light traffic, but plenty of traffic lights, driving. That sort of MPG will put a smile on my face with a nice-sized four-door sedan. :) === If you drive 60 to 65 on the interstates you should be arrested for obstructing traffic. Here in FL 80 to 85 is more like it. Even in nanny states like NY people are now doing 70 to 75. I drive at the posted limit or usually a few mph below it, if it is 70. I would love having you behind me in your car in a place where you could not pass...Wayne RoadRage... :) I am glad you stay in maryland I'll be in Florida in December and in March or April. :) Driving slow in the left lane on I-95 with your turn signal on and little old ladies giving you the finger I guess. Just be careful around Miami. They shoot at snowbirds who **** up traffic there. Here, driving slow in the left lane, even the speed limit gets you an impeding traffic ticket. I wish they'd monitor impeding traffic and following too close a lot more. There's a dilemma. The ones going too slow are causing the others to follow too close. Everyone gets a ticket. :-) I think states should have 'traffic enforcement' cops. All they do is write traffic tickets. Pay for themselves, need little training, etc. === Be careful what you ask for... :-) |
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On 10/28/17 3:35 PM, Wayne.B wrote:
On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 15:20:32 -0400, John H wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 11:31:03 -0400, Wayne.B wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 08:22:59 -0400, Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/27/17 10:52 PM, Mr. Luddite wrote: On 10/27/2017 10:17 PM, Wayne.B wrote: On Fri, 27 Oct 2017 10:03:05 -0700 (PDT), Its Me wrote: Toyota and Honda builds good, reliable transportation.* I just wish they weren't so boring to drive.* :) === The V6 Honda Accord develops about 290 hp and does 0 to 60 in a bit over 6 seconds.* Nothing boring about that. Engine efficiencies have come a long way.* The Canyon I bought has a V6 rated at 308 hp.* It has an 8 speed transmission that I really like a lot.* I rarely accelerate hard but have tried it a couple of times for kicks.* Shifts are quick and positive and the little truck can scoot right along. What are you averaging for MPGs? If I drive "rationally," I'm getting about 23-25 MPG in suburban areas with light traffic and a few stoplights, and 27-29 MPG on the Interstates if I stay at my typical 60-65 mph. Six-speed manual tranny. Drove wife's Camry 4-cylinder auto up to Bowie earlier this week, about 30 miles, on U.S. 301, and averaged 37 MPG for light traffic, but plenty of traffic lights, driving. That sort of MPG will put a smile on my face with a nice-sized four-door sedan. :) === If you drive 60 to 65 on the interstates you should be arrested for obstructing traffic. Here in FL 80 to 85 is more like it. Even in nanny states like NY people are now doing 70 to 75. When pulling the trailer, I set the speed to about 63. Without it, I'll set it at 73. On the interstates. Much easier than trying to beat the herd. Just let them pass me. === If you're pulling a trailer and staying in the right lane, that's fine with me. Jerks like Harree who intentionally clog the passing lane, not so much. Never said or suggested I would clog the passing lane, asshole. All I said was that I would enjoy having you stuck behind me while I was doing the speed limit or a little less, because I am sure you get road rage when that happens to you. As if you were important or had someplace you had to get to that would require you to speed dangerously. |
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On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 17:10:55 -0400, Keyser Soze
wrote: On 10/28/17 3:35 PM, Wayne.B wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 15:20:32 -0400, John H wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 11:31:03 -0400, Wayne.B wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 08:22:59 -0400, Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/27/17 10:52 PM, Mr. Luddite wrote: On 10/27/2017 10:17 PM, Wayne.B wrote: On Fri, 27 Oct 2017 10:03:05 -0700 (PDT), Its Me wrote: Toyota and Honda builds good, reliable transportation.* I just wish they weren't so boring to drive.* :) === The V6 Honda Accord develops about 290 hp and does 0 to 60 in a bit over 6 seconds.* Nothing boring about that. Engine efficiencies have come a long way.* The Canyon I bought has a V6 rated at 308 hp.* It has an 8 speed transmission that I really like a lot.* I rarely accelerate hard but have tried it a couple of times for kicks.* Shifts are quick and positive and the little truck can scoot right along. What are you averaging for MPGs? If I drive "rationally," I'm getting about 23-25 MPG in suburban areas with light traffic and a few stoplights, and 27-29 MPG on the Interstates if I stay at my typical 60-65 mph. Six-speed manual tranny. Drove wife's Camry 4-cylinder auto up to Bowie earlier this week, about 30 miles, on U.S. 301, and averaged 37 MPG for light traffic, but plenty of traffic lights, driving. That sort of MPG will put a smile on my face with a nice-sized four-door sedan. :) === If you drive 60 to 65 on the interstates you should be arrested for obstructing traffic. Here in FL 80 to 85 is more like it. Even in nanny states like NY people are now doing 70 to 75. When pulling the trailer, I set the speed to about 63. Without it, I'll set it at 73. On the interstates. Much easier than trying to beat the herd. Just let them pass me. === If you're pulling a trailer and staying in the right lane, that's fine with me. Jerks like Harree who intentionally clog the passing lane, not so much. Never said or suggested I would clog the passing lane, asshole. All I said was that I would enjoy having you stuck behind me while I was doing the speed limit or a little less, because I am sure you get road rage when that happens to you. As if you were important or had someplace you had to get to that would require you to speed dangerously. === Harree, you may go down in history as one of the most miserable old farts that ever lived. |
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On 10/28/17 5:50 PM, Wayne.B wrote:
On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 17:10:55 -0400, Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/28/17 3:35 PM, Wayne.B wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 15:20:32 -0400, John H wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 11:31:03 -0400, Wayne.B wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 08:22:59 -0400, Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/27/17 10:52 PM, Mr. Luddite wrote: On 10/27/2017 10:17 PM, Wayne.B wrote: On Fri, 27 Oct 2017 10:03:05 -0700 (PDT), Its Me wrote: Toyota and Honda builds good, reliable transportation.* I just wish they weren't so boring to drive.* :) === The V6 Honda Accord develops about 290 hp and does 0 to 60 in a bit over 6 seconds.* Nothing boring about that. Engine efficiencies have come a long way.* The Canyon I bought has a V6 rated at 308 hp.* It has an 8 speed transmission that I really like a lot.* I rarely accelerate hard but have tried it a couple of times for kicks.* Shifts are quick and positive and the little truck can scoot right along. What are you averaging for MPGs? If I drive "rationally," I'm getting about 23-25 MPG in suburban areas with light traffic and a few stoplights, and 27-29 MPG on the Interstates if I stay at my typical 60-65 mph. Six-speed manual tranny. Drove wife's Camry 4-cylinder auto up to Bowie earlier this week, about 30 miles, on U.S. 301, and averaged 37 MPG for light traffic, but plenty of traffic lights, driving. That sort of MPG will put a smile on my face with a nice-sized four-door sedan. :) === If you drive 60 to 65 on the interstates you should be arrested for obstructing traffic. Here in FL 80 to 85 is more like it. Even in nanny states like NY people are now doing 70 to 75. When pulling the trailer, I set the speed to about 63. Without it, I'll set it at 73. On the interstates. Much easier than trying to beat the herd. Just let them pass me. === If you're pulling a trailer and staying in the right lane, that's fine with me. Jerks like Harree who intentionally clog the passing lane, not so much. Never said or suggested I would clog the passing lane, asshole. All I said was that I would enjoy having you stuck behind me while I was doing the speed limit or a little less, because I am sure you get road rage when that happens to you. As if you were important or had someplace you had to get to that would require you to speed dangerously. === Harree, you may go down in history as one of the most miserable old farts that ever lived. Here's more, Wayne. If I am driving on the Interstate at the 65 or 70 mph speed limit or close to it, and some asshole like you passes me at 80 or 85 mph, and that asshole is stopped a few miles down the road by a trooper for speeding or reckless driving or both, why, it makes me break out in a big smile. Speeding ****heads like you put everyone's life on that road at greater risk. Unless you are rushing to get a sick passenger to the hospital, there is no rational reason for driving the way you say you do. |
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On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 12:38:42 -0700 (PDT), Its Me
wrote: On Saturday, October 28, 2017 at 12:36:15 PM UTC-4, wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 12:31:58 -0400, Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/28/17 11:31 AM, Wayne.B wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 08:22:59 -0400, Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/27/17 10:52 PM, Mr. Luddite wrote: On 10/27/2017 10:17 PM, Wayne.B wrote: On Fri, 27 Oct 2017 10:03:05 -0700 (PDT), Its Me wrote: Toyota and Honda builds good, reliable transportation.* I just wish they weren't so boring to drive.* :) === The V6 Honda Accord develops about 290 hp and does 0 to 60 in a bit over 6 seconds.* Nothing boring about that. Engine efficiencies have come a long way.* The Canyon I bought has a V6 rated at 308 hp.* It has an 8 speed transmission that I really like a lot.* I rarely accelerate hard but have tried it a couple of times for kicks.* Shifts are quick and positive and the little truck can scoot right along. What are you averaging for MPGs? If I drive "rationally," I'm getting about 23-25 MPG in suburban areas with light traffic and a few stoplights, and 27-29 MPG on the Interstates if I stay at my typical 60-65 mph. Six-speed manual tranny. Drove wife's Camry 4-cylinder auto up to Bowie earlier this week, about 30 miles, on U.S. 301, and averaged 37 MPG for light traffic, but plenty of traffic lights, driving. That sort of MPG will put a smile on my face with a nice-sized four-door sedan. :) === If you drive 60 to 65 on the interstates you should be arrested for obstructing traffic. Here in FL 80 to 85 is more like it. Even in nanny states like NY people are now doing 70 to 75. I drive at the posted limit or usually a few mph below it, if it is 70. I would love having you behind me in your car in a place where you could not pass...Wayne RoadRage... :) I am glad you stay in maryland They are everywhere. The old and senile drive like that here, too. It is like that here in the winter but in the summer those people go home. Like Harry they think it is too hot, hurricane scare them etc. My favorite song Summertime and the drivin' is easy Traffic is movin' cause the frogheads are gone Drivin's a bitch when the snowbirds all come here but I live here all year, I live here all year long.© |
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On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 16:22:15 -0400, John H
wrote: I think states should have 'traffic enforcement' cops. All they do is write traffic tickets. Pay for themselves, need little training, etc. Most do. They are called the state police AKA speeder maids. The FSP got in trouble here for suggesting there was a quota. In Maryland it was just a fact. The sargent I fished with said they didn't put up a number, they just told the cops, if you are not seeing violations, you must be sleeping in your car. They wanted big numbers, 20 a day was not uncommon. Speeding was a revenue stream for them and they mass produced tickets. They would have RADAR on the beltway and 20 cops standing in the road over the next hill waving everyone over and giving them a ticket ... 30 at a time. That area between New Hampshire avenue and University was famous for it. They set up the RADAR on the overpass and when you dropped down into that bowl on the other side west bound, there they were. They would load up 25 or 30 cars in the median, start writing and let the traffic start moving again. By the time they were done with them they had 30 more coming at them at 10+ over. The cops usually had the tickets already made out except the time and the name of the driver. The old sarge was so frustrated that he was just running a ticket factory he was just counting the days until he could retire |
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Mr. Luddite wrote:
On 10/28/2017 8:22 AM, Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/27/17 10:52 PM, Mr. Luddite wrote: On 10/27/2017 10:17 PM, Wayne.B wrote: On Fri, 27 Oct 2017 10:03:05 -0700 (PDT), Its Me wrote: Toyota and Honda builds good, reliable transportation. I just wish they weren't so boring to drive. :) === The V6 Honda Accord develops about 290 hp and does 0 to 60 in a bit over 6 seconds. Nothing boring about that. Engine efficiencies have come a long way. The Canyon I bought has a V6 rated at 308 hp. It has an 8 speed transmission that I really like a lot. I rarely accelerate hard but have tried it a couple of times for kicks. Shifts are quick and positive and the little truck can scoot right along. What are you averaging for MPGs? If I drive "rationally," I'm getting about 23-25 MPG in suburban areas with light traffic and a few stoplights, and 27-29 MPG on the Interstates if I stay at my typical 60-65 mph. Six-speed manual tranny. Drove wife's Camry 4-cylinder auto up to Bowie earlier this week, about 30 miles, on U.S. 301, and averaged 37 MPG for light traffic, but plenty of traffic lights, driving. That sort of MPG will put a smile on my face with a nice-sized four-door sedan. :) I get 20-22 MPG driving around town (no highway driving) under similar conditions as you described. Haven't taken a long highway trip yet, so I don't know what kind of mileage it gets. The V6 and 8 speed transmission in the 2017 Canyon replaces the V6 and 6 speed it used in previous years. It has a little more horsepower and torque. It's not a new engine or transmission. It has been used in the Cadillac SUV for a few years. GMC just decided to use it in the Canyon, probably to up the towing capacity from 6k to 7k lbs. I thought the Canyon used to have an unreliable 5cyl engine. |
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Wayne.B wrote:
On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 08:22:59 -0400, Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/27/17 10:52 PM, Mr. Luddite wrote: On 10/27/2017 10:17 PM, Wayne.B wrote: On Fri, 27 Oct 2017 10:03:05 -0700 (PDT), Its Me wrote: Toyota and Honda builds good, reliable transportation. I just wish they weren't so boring to drive. :) === The V6 Honda Accord develops about 290 hp and does 0 to 60 in a bit over 6 seconds. Nothing boring about that. Engine efficiencies have come a long way. The Canyon I bought has a V6 rated at 308 hp. It has an 8 speed transmission that I really like a lot. I rarely accelerate hard but have tried it a couple of times for kicks. Shifts are quick and positive and the little truck can scoot right along. What are you averaging for MPGs? If I drive "rationally," I'm getting about 23-25 MPG in suburban areas with light traffic and a few stoplights, and 27-29 MPG on the Interstates if I stay at my typical 60-65 mph. Six-speed manual tranny. Drove wife's Camry 4-cylinder auto up to Bowie earlier this week, about 30 miles, on U.S. 301, and averaged 37 MPG for light traffic, but plenty of traffic lights, driving. That sort of MPG will put a smile on my face with a nice-sized four-door sedan. :) === If you drive 60 to 65 on the interstates you should be arrested for obstructing traffic. Here in FL 80 to 85 is more like it. Even in nanny states like NY people are now doing 70 to 75. I just checked and in the last six months I drove over 80 3.2% of the time. That's rolling along with normal traffic in a 70mph zone. |
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Keyser Soze wrote:
On 10/28/17 11:31 AM, Wayne.B wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 08:22:59 -0400, Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/27/17 10:52 PM, Mr. Luddite wrote: On 10/27/2017 10:17 PM, Wayne.B wrote: On Fri, 27 Oct 2017 10:03:05 -0700 (PDT), Its Me wrote: Toyota and Honda builds good, reliable transportation. I just wish they weren't so boring to drive. :) === The V6 Honda Accord develops about 290 hp and does 0 to 60 in a bit over 6 seconds. Nothing boring about that. Engine efficiencies have come a long way. The Canyon I bought has a V6 rated at 308 hp. It has an 8 speed transmission that I really like a lot. I rarely accelerate hard but have tried it a couple of times for kicks. Shifts are quick and positive and the little truck can scoot right along. What are you averaging for MPGs? If I drive "rationally," I'm getting about 23-25 MPG in suburban areas with light traffic and a few stoplights, and 27-29 MPG on the Interstates if I stay at my typical 60-65 mph. Six-speed manual tranny. Drove wife's Camry 4-cylinder auto up to Bowie earlier this week, about 30 miles, on U.S. 301, and averaged 37 MPG for light traffic, but plenty of traffic lights, driving. That sort of MPG will put a smile on my face with a nice-sized four-door sedan. :) === If you drive 60 to 65 on the interstates you should be arrested for obstructing traffic. Here in FL 80 to 85 is more like it. Even in nanny states like NY people are now doing 70 to 75. I drive at the posted limit or usually a few mph below it, if it is 70. I would love having you behind me in your car in a place where you could not pass...Wayne RoadRage... :) If I use the full 420 HP on tap I could pass you in the time it takes you to sneeze. |
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Keyser Soze wrote:
Wayne.B wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 15:20:32 -0400, John H wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 11:31:03 -0400, Wayne.B wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 08:22:59 -0400, Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/27/17 10:52 PM, Mr. Luddite wrote: On 10/27/2017 10:17 PM, Wayne.B wrote: On Fri, 27 Oct 2017 10:03:05 -0700 (PDT), Its Me wrote: Toyota and Honda builds good, reliable transportation.* I just wish they weren't so boring to drive.* :) === The V6 Honda Accord develops about 290 hp and does 0 to 60 in a bit over 6 seconds.* Nothing boring about that. Engine efficiencies have come a long way.* The Canyon I bought has a V6 rated at 308 hp.* It has an 8 speed transmission that I really like a lot.* I rarely accelerate hard but have tried it a couple of times for kicks.* Shifts are quick and positive and the little truck can scoot right along. What are you averaging for MPGs? If I drive "rationally," I'm getting about 23-25 MPG in suburban areas with light traffic and a few stoplights, and 27-29 MPG on the Interstates if I stay at my typical 60-65 mph. Six-speed manual tranny. Drove wife's Camry 4-cylinder auto up to Bowie earlier this week, about 30 miles, on U.S. 301, and averaged 37 MPG for light traffic, but plenty of traffic lights, driving. That sort of MPG will put a smile on my face with a nice-sized four-door sedan. :) === If you drive 60 to 65 on the interstates you should be arrested for obstructing traffic. Here in FL 80 to 85 is more like it. Even in nanny states like NY people are now doing 70 to 75. When pulling the trailer, I set the speed to about 63. Without it, I'll set it at 73. On the interstates. Much easier than trying to beat the herd. Just let them pass me. === If you're pulling a trailer and staying in the right lane, that's fine with me. Jerks like Harree who intentionally clog the passing lane, not so much. Never mentioned or implied passing lane, asshole. Nope, you implied it by both being Harry, and stating you like to block traffic on a one lane stretch. Block 5 cars on a one lane stretch in California is a ticket getter. |
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On 10/28/2017 8:35 PM, Alex wrote:
Mr. Luddite wrote: On 10/28/2017 8:22 AM, Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/27/17 10:52 PM, Mr. Luddite wrote: On 10/27/2017 10:17 PM, Wayne.B wrote: On Fri, 27 Oct 2017 10:03:05 -0700 (PDT), Its Me wrote: Toyota and Honda builds good, reliable transportation.* I just wish they weren't so boring to drive.* :) === The V6 Honda Accord develops about 290 hp and does 0 to 60 in a bit over 6 seconds.* Nothing boring about that. Engine efficiencies have come a long way.* The Canyon I bought has a V6 rated at 308 hp.* It has an 8 speed transmission that I really like a lot.* I rarely accelerate hard but have tried it a couple of times for kicks.* Shifts are quick and positive and the little truck can scoot right along. What are you averaging for MPGs? If I drive "rationally," I'm getting about 23-25 MPG in suburban areas with light traffic and a few stoplights, and 27-29 MPG on the Interstates if I stay at my typical 60-65 mph. Six-speed manual tranny. Drove wife's Camry 4-cylinder auto up to Bowie earlier this week, about 30 miles, on U.S. 301, and averaged 37 MPG for light traffic, but plenty of traffic lights, driving. That sort of MPG will put a smile on my face with a nice-sized four-door sedan.* :) I get 20-22 MPG driving around town (no highway driving) under similar conditions as you described.* Haven't taken a long highway trip yet, so I don't know what kind of mileage it gets. The V6 and 8 speed transmission in the 2017 Canyon replaces the V6 and 6 speed it used in previous years.* It has a little more horsepower and torque.* It's not a new engine or transmission.* It has been used in the Cadillac SUV for a few years.* GMC just decided to use it in the Canyon, probably to up the towing capacity from 6k to 7k lbs. I thought the Canyon used to have an unreliable 5cyl engine. I just looked it up. It had a 5cyl in the "Gen 1" versions (up to 2012). The Gen 2 versions (2012 and up) have options of a gas 4 cyl, a diesel 4 cyl and a 3.6L V6. It used the the LFX version of the V6 up to 2016 and switched to the LGZ version in 2017 (the one I have). The LGZ is designed more for truck use, has a little more horsepower and torque than the LFX version and has a cylinder deactivation feature that makes it a V4 in certain situations where you have let off on the gas. It's not even noticeable and I didn't realize it was doing it until I happened to notice a little display on the info center. Most of the time it displays "V6" and I got used to that although I thought it was strange that it was even displaying "V6" to begin with. Then, once in a while when slowing down I noticed it said "V4". Thought I was seeing things at first. There is absolutely no sense or feel when it switches back and forth and at idle it goes back to V6. |
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On 10/28/2017 8:41 PM, Alex wrote:
Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/28/17 11:31 AM, Wayne.B wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 08:22:59 -0400, Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/27/17 10:52 PM, Mr. Luddite wrote: On 10/27/2017 10:17 PM, Wayne.B wrote: On Fri, 27 Oct 2017 10:03:05 -0700 (PDT), Its Me wrote: Toyota and Honda builds good, reliable transportation.* I just wish they weren't so boring to drive.* :) === The V6 Honda Accord develops about 290 hp and does 0 to 60 in a bit over 6 seconds.* Nothing boring about that. Engine efficiencies have come a long way.* The Canyon I bought has a V6 rated at 308 hp.* It has an 8 speed transmission that I really like a lot.* I rarely accelerate hard but have tried it a couple of times for kicks.* Shifts are quick and positive and the little truck can scoot right along. What are you averaging for MPGs? If I drive "rationally," I'm getting about 23-25 MPG in suburban areas with light traffic and a few stoplights, and 27-29 MPG on the Interstates if I stay at my typical 60-65 mph. Six-speed manual tranny. Drove wife's Camry 4-cylinder auto up to Bowie earlier this week, about 30 miles, on U.S. 301, and averaged 37 MPG for light traffic, but plenty of traffic lights, driving. That sort of MPG will put a smile on my face with a nice-sized four-door sedan.* :) === If you drive 60 to 65 on the interstates you should be arrested for obstructing traffic.* Here in FL 80 to 85 is more like it.* Even in nanny states like NY people are now doing 70 to 75. I drive at the posted limit or usually a few mph below it, if it is 70. I would love having you behind me in your car in a place where you could not pass...Wayne RoadRage...* :) If I use the full 420 HP on tap I could pass you in the time it takes you to sneeze. It's an age and chapter of life thing Alex. I used to get a kick out of having lots of horsepower and being able to go fast ... fast. Not anymore. It has lost it's thrill. Now I am much more focused on what I am doing and what others are doing. Funny thing is, the small engines manufacturers use today have plenty of zip if you want to put your foot into the throttle. The 2016 Altima I had for a year had a 4 banger rated at 282 hp. I was really surprised at how well it performed and handled. Granted, it wasn't an Audi or a Porsche but it also cost about 20 percent of what the Porsche I had cost. I remember that shortly after I sold the Porsche I impulsively bought a 2009 Ford Mustang "Bullet". I forget what engine it had but it was a "high performance" version with a 5 speed manual transmission. Again, it wasn't a Porsche but that damn car was both fast and handled extremely well. I was sorta blown away because the last Mustang I ever drove was a 1966 with the 289 V8. There is no comparison. The newer cars are much, much better. |
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On Saturday, October 28, 2017 at 4:18:42 PM UTC-4, John H wrote:
On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 15:35:34 -0400, Wayne.B wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 15:20:32 -0400, John H wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 11:31:03 -0400, Wayne.B wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 08:22:59 -0400, Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/27/17 10:52 PM, Mr. Luddite wrote: On 10/27/2017 10:17 PM, Wayne.B wrote: On Fri, 27 Oct 2017 10:03:05 -0700 (PDT), Its Me wrote: Toyota and Honda builds good, reliable transportation.* I just wish they weren't so boring to drive.* :) === The V6 Honda Accord develops about 290 hp and does 0 to 60 in a bit over 6 seconds.* Nothing boring about that. Engine efficiencies have come a long way.* The Canyon I bought has a V6 rated at 308 hp.* It has an 8 speed transmission that I really like a lot.* I rarely accelerate hard but have tried it a couple of times for kicks.* Shifts are quick and positive and the little truck can scoot right along. What are you averaging for MPGs? If I drive "rationally," I'm getting about 23-25 MPG in suburban areas with light traffic and a few stoplights, and 27-29 MPG on the Interstates if I stay at my typical 60-65 mph. Six-speed manual tranny. Drove wife's Camry 4-cylinder auto up to Bowie earlier this week, about 30 miles, on U.S. 301, and averaged 37 MPG for light traffic, but plenty of traffic lights, driving. That sort of MPG will put a smile on my face with a nice-sized four-door sedan. :) === If you drive 60 to 65 on the interstates you should be arrested for obstructing traffic. Here in FL 80 to 85 is more like it. Even in nanny states like NY people are now doing 70 to 75. When pulling the trailer, I set the speed to about 63. Without it, I'll set it at 73. On the interstates. Much easier than trying to beat the herd. Just let them pass me. === If you're pulling a trailer and staying in the right lane, that's fine with me. Jerks like Harree who intentionally clog the passing lane, not so much. If it's three lane, with a lot of entrances, I'll stay in the middle lane.. Otherwise the right lane. Very often the folks entering the interstate seem to think they have the right of way. Of course, they just look at the trailer and think, 'Oh, another rich SOB'. Surprising how much many folks think a fifth wheel like mine costs. In Michigan drivers entering the freeway do have the right of way. Thats the way our law is written. In Ohio just to my south it's the opposite freeway traffic has the right of way not merging traffic. |
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On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 16:43:36 -0400, Wayne.B wrote:
On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 16:22:15 -0400, John H wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 15:26:25 -0400, "Mr. Luddite" wrote: On 10/28/2017 3:21 PM, John H wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 17:46:47 -0000 (UTC), Bill wrote: wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 12:41:51 -0400, Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/28/17 12:35 PM, wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 12:31:58 -0400, Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/28/17 11:31 AM, Wayne.B wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 08:22:59 -0400, Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/27/17 10:52 PM, Mr. Luddite wrote: On 10/27/2017 10:17 PM, Wayne.B wrote: On Fri, 27 Oct 2017 10:03:05 -0700 (PDT), Its Me wrote: Toyota and Honda builds good, reliable transportation.* I just wish they weren't so boring to drive.* :) === The V6 Honda Accord develops about 290 hp and does 0 to 60 in a bit over 6 seconds.* Nothing boring about that. Engine efficiencies have come a long way.* The Canyon I bought has a V6 rated at 308 hp.* It has an 8 speed transmission that I really like a lot.* I rarely accelerate hard but have tried it a couple of times for kicks.* Shifts are quick and positive and the little truck can scoot right along. What are you averaging for MPGs? If I drive "rationally," I'm getting about 23-25 MPG in suburban areas with light traffic and a few stoplights, and 27-29 MPG on the Interstates if I stay at my typical 60-65 mph. Six-speed manual tranny. Drove wife's Camry 4-cylinder auto up to Bowie earlier this week, about 30 miles, on U.S. 301, and averaged 37 MPG for light traffic, but plenty of traffic lights, driving. That sort of MPG will put a smile on my face with a nice-sized four-door sedan. :) === If you drive 60 to 65 on the interstates you should be arrested for obstructing traffic. Here in FL 80 to 85 is more like it. Even in nanny states like NY people are now doing 70 to 75. I drive at the posted limit or usually a few mph below it, if it is 70. I would love having you behind me in your car in a place where you could not pass...Wayne RoadRage... :) I am glad you stay in maryland I'll be in Florida in December and in March or April. :) Driving slow in the left lane on I-95 with your turn signal on and little old ladies giving you the finger I guess. Just be careful around Miami. They shoot at snowbirds who **** up traffic there. Here, driving slow in the left lane, even the speed limit gets you an impeding traffic ticket. I wish they'd monitor impeding traffic and following too close a lot more. There's a dilemma. The ones going too slow are causing the others to follow too close. Everyone gets a ticket. :-) I think states should have 'traffic enforcement' cops. All they do is write traffic tickets. Pay for themselves, need little training, etc. === Be careful what you ask for... :-) I'm not much of a law breaker any more. But our interstates, especially I-95 between here and Richmond, are getting ridiculous. |
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On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 20:39:09 -0000 (UTC), Bill wrote:
Wayne.B wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 15:20:32 -0400, John H wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 11:31:03 -0400, Wayne.B wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 08:22:59 -0400, Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/27/17 10:52 PM, Mr. Luddite wrote: On 10/27/2017 10:17 PM, Wayne.B wrote: On Fri, 27 Oct 2017 10:03:05 -0700 (PDT), Its Me wrote: Toyota and Honda builds good, reliable transportation.* I just wish they weren't so boring to drive.* :) === The V6 Honda Accord develops about 290 hp and does 0 to 60 in a bit over 6 seconds.* Nothing boring about that. Engine efficiencies have come a long way.* The Canyon I bought has a V6 rated at 308 hp.* It has an 8 speed transmission that I really like a lot.* I rarely accelerate hard but have tried it a couple of times for kicks.* Shifts are quick and positive and the little truck can scoot right along. What are you averaging for MPGs? If I drive "rationally," I'm getting about 23-25 MPG in suburban areas with light traffic and a few stoplights, and 27-29 MPG on the Interstates if I stay at my typical 60-65 mph. Six-speed manual tranny. Drove wife's Camry 4-cylinder auto up to Bowie earlier this week, about 30 miles, on U.S. 301, and averaged 37 MPG for light traffic, but plenty of traffic lights, driving. That sort of MPG will put a smile on my face with a nice-sized four-door sedan. :) === If you drive 60 to 65 on the interstates you should be arrested for obstructing traffic. Here in FL 80 to 85 is more like it. Even in nanny states like NY people are now doing 70 to 75. When pulling the trailer, I set the speed to about 63. Without it, I'll set it at 73. On the interstates. Much easier than trying to beat the herd. Just let them pass me. === If you're pulling a trailer and staying in the right lane, that's fine with me. Jerks like Harree who intentionally clog the passing lane, not so much. The problem is they consider it the fast lane. Is actually a passing lane. Years ago the signs said keep right, except to pass. Now they say slower traffic keep right. Big problem we have here, is the main highway, I5 is a 70 mph speed limit for cars, but trucks and towing is 55 mph. Is a sure fire cause of accidents. We don't have separate limits anymore. I didn't know that some interstates still did. Haven't seen that for a while. Of course, I've not been in California for a while either. |
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On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 22:42:38 -0400, "Mr. Luddite" wrote:
On 10/28/2017 8:41 PM, Alex wrote: Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/28/17 11:31 AM, Wayne.B wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 08:22:59 -0400, Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/27/17 10:52 PM, Mr. Luddite wrote: On 10/27/2017 10:17 PM, Wayne.B wrote: On Fri, 27 Oct 2017 10:03:05 -0700 (PDT), Its Me wrote: Toyota and Honda builds good, reliable transportation.* I just wish they weren't so boring to drive.* :) === The V6 Honda Accord develops about 290 hp and does 0 to 60 in a bit over 6 seconds.* Nothing boring about that. Engine efficiencies have come a long way.* The Canyon I bought has a V6 rated at 308 hp.* It has an 8 speed transmission that I really like a lot.* I rarely accelerate hard but have tried it a couple of times for kicks.* Shifts are quick and positive and the little truck can scoot right along. What are you averaging for MPGs? If I drive "rationally," I'm getting about 23-25 MPG in suburban areas with light traffic and a few stoplights, and 27-29 MPG on the Interstates if I stay at my typical 60-65 mph. Six-speed manual tranny. Drove wife's Camry 4-cylinder auto up to Bowie earlier this week, about 30 miles, on U.S. 301, and averaged 37 MPG for light traffic, but plenty of traffic lights, driving. That sort of MPG will put a smile on my face with a nice-sized four-door sedan.* :) === If you drive 60 to 65 on the interstates you should be arrested for obstructing traffic.* Here in FL 80 to 85 is more like it.* Even in nanny states like NY people are now doing 70 to 75. I drive at the posted limit or usually a few mph below it, if it is 70. I would love having you behind me in your car in a place where you could not pass...Wayne RoadRage...* :) If I use the full 420 HP on tap I could pass you in the time it takes you to sneeze. It's an age and chapter of life thing Alex. I used to get a kick out of having lots of horsepower and being able to go fast ... fast. Not anymore. It has lost it's thrill. Now I am much more focused on what I am doing and what others are doing. Funny thing is, the small engines manufacturers use today have plenty of zip if you want to put your foot into the throttle. The 2016 Altima I had for a year had a 4 banger rated at 282 hp. I was really surprised at how well it performed and handled. Granted, it wasn't an Audi or a Porsche but it also cost about 20 percent of what the Porsche I had cost. I remember that shortly after I sold the Porsche I impulsively bought a 2009 Ford Mustang "Bullet". I forget what engine it had but it was a "high performance" version with a 5 speed manual transmission. Again, it wasn't a Porsche but that damn car was both fast and handled extremely well. I was sorta blown away because the last Mustang I ever drove was a 1966 with the 289 V8. There is no comparison. The newer cars are much, much better. Ha, I went through the same thing with Mustangs. Had a '66 with the same engine. When the new 'retro' style came out, I had to have one. It was a much better car, much faster, great sound system, etc, but it was, for me, the most uncomfortable car in the world. I kept it less than a year. An $8000 mistake. |
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On Sun, 29 Oct 2017 00:56:40 -0700 (PDT), RGrew176 wrote:
On Saturday, October 28, 2017 at 4:18:42 PM UTC-4, John H wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 15:35:34 -0400, Wayne.B wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 15:20:32 -0400, John H wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 11:31:03 -0400, Wayne.B wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 08:22:59 -0400, Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/27/17 10:52 PM, Mr. Luddite wrote: On 10/27/2017 10:17 PM, Wayne.B wrote: On Fri, 27 Oct 2017 10:03:05 -0700 (PDT), Its Me wrote: Toyota and Honda builds good, reliable transportation.* I just wish they weren't so boring to drive.* :) === The V6 Honda Accord develops about 290 hp and does 0 to 60 in a bit over 6 seconds.* Nothing boring about that. Engine efficiencies have come a long way.* The Canyon I bought has a V6 rated at 308 hp.* It has an 8 speed transmission that I really like a lot.* I rarely accelerate hard but have tried it a couple of times for kicks.* Shifts are quick and positive and the little truck can scoot right along. What are you averaging for MPGs? If I drive "rationally," I'm getting about 23-25 MPG in suburban areas with light traffic and a few stoplights, and 27-29 MPG on the Interstates if I stay at my typical 60-65 mph. Six-speed manual tranny. Drove wife's Camry 4-cylinder auto up to Bowie earlier this week, about 30 miles, on U.S. 301, and averaged 37 MPG for light traffic, but plenty of traffic lights, driving. That sort of MPG will put a smile on my face with a nice-sized four-door sedan. :) === If you drive 60 to 65 on the interstates you should be arrested for obstructing traffic. Here in FL 80 to 85 is more like it. Even in nanny states like NY people are now doing 70 to 75. When pulling the trailer, I set the speed to about 63. Without it, I'll set it at 73. On the interstates. Much easier than trying to beat the herd. Just let them pass me. === If you're pulling a trailer and staying in the right lane, that's fine with me. Jerks like Harree who intentionally clog the passing lane, not so much. If it's three lane, with a lot of entrances, I'll stay in the middle lane. Otherwise the right lane. Very often the folks entering the interstate seem to think they have the right of way. Of course, they just look at the trailer and think, 'Oh, another rich SOB'. Surprising how much many folks think a fifth wheel like mine costs. In Michigan drivers entering the freeway do have the right of way. Thats the way our law is written. In Ohio just to my south it's the opposite freeway traffic has the right of way not merging traffic. That would be a great reason to stay out of the right hand lane. Damn, that's scary! I can see some asshole pulling right in front of me going all of 40 miles an hour. Well, thinking it was unreasonable, I checked: According to MCL 257.649(7): A driver entering a roadway from a roadway that is intended for and constructed as a merging roadway, and is plainly marked at the intersection with the appropriate merge signs, shall yield the right-of-way to traffic upon the roadway that is so close as to constitute an immediate hazard and shall adjust their speed to enable them to merge safely with through traffic. https://www.michiganautolaw.com/blog...o-the-freeway/ |
Consumer Reports Annual Reliability Survey
On 10/29/2017 6:50 AM, John H wrote:
On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 22:42:38 -0400, "Mr. Luddite" wrote: On 10/28/2017 8:41 PM, Alex wrote: Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/28/17 11:31 AM, Wayne.B wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 08:22:59 -0400, Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/27/17 10:52 PM, Mr. Luddite wrote: On 10/27/2017 10:17 PM, Wayne.B wrote: On Fri, 27 Oct 2017 10:03:05 -0700 (PDT), Its Me wrote: Toyota and Honda builds good, reliable transportation.* I just wish they weren't so boring to drive.* :) === The V6 Honda Accord develops about 290 hp and does 0 to 60 in a bit over 6 seconds.* Nothing boring about that. Engine efficiencies have come a long way.* The Canyon I bought has a V6 rated at 308 hp.* It has an 8 speed transmission that I really like a lot.* I rarely accelerate hard but have tried it a couple of times for kicks.* Shifts are quick and positive and the little truck can scoot right along. What are you averaging for MPGs? If I drive "rationally," I'm getting about 23-25 MPG in suburban areas with light traffic and a few stoplights, and 27-29 MPG on the Interstates if I stay at my typical 60-65 mph. Six-speed manual tranny. Drove wife's Camry 4-cylinder auto up to Bowie earlier this week, about 30 miles, on U.S. 301, and averaged 37 MPG for light traffic, but plenty of traffic lights, driving. That sort of MPG will put a smile on my face with a nice-sized four-door sedan.* :) === If you drive 60 to 65 on the interstates you should be arrested for obstructing traffic.* Here in FL 80 to 85 is more like it.* Even in nanny states like NY people are now doing 70 to 75. I drive at the posted limit or usually a few mph below it, if it is 70. I would love having you behind me in your car in a place where you could not pass...Wayne RoadRage...* :) If I use the full 420 HP on tap I could pass you in the time it takes you to sneeze. It's an age and chapter of life thing Alex. I used to get a kick out of having lots of horsepower and being able to go fast ... fast. Not anymore. It has lost it's thrill. Now I am much more focused on what I am doing and what others are doing. Funny thing is, the small engines manufacturers use today have plenty of zip if you want to put your foot into the throttle. The 2016 Altima I had for a year had a 4 banger rated at 282 hp. I was really surprised at how well it performed and handled. Granted, it wasn't an Audi or a Porsche but it also cost about 20 percent of what the Porsche I had cost. I remember that shortly after I sold the Porsche I impulsively bought a 2009 Ford Mustang "Bullet". I forget what engine it had but it was a "high performance" version with a 5 speed manual transmission. Again, it wasn't a Porsche but that damn car was both fast and handled extremely well. I was sorta blown away because the last Mustang I ever drove was a 1966 with the 289 V8. There is no comparison. The newer cars are much, much better. Ha, I went through the same thing with Mustangs. Had a '66 with the same engine. When the new 'retro' style came out, I had to have one. It was a much better car, much faster, great sound system, etc, but it was, for me, the most uncomfortable car in the world. I kept it less than a year. An $8000 mistake. Same with me. Didn't have the Mustang very long. It was fun but it's not for me. |
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On Sun, 29 Oct 2017 07:02:34 -0400, John H
wrote: On Sun, 29 Oct 2017 00:56:40 -0700 (PDT), RGrew176 wrote: On Saturday, October 28, 2017 at 4:18:42 PM UTC-4, John H wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 15:35:34 -0400, Wayne.B wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 15:20:32 -0400, John H wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 11:31:03 -0400, Wayne.B wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 08:22:59 -0400, Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/27/17 10:52 PM, Mr. Luddite wrote: On 10/27/2017 10:17 PM, Wayne.B wrote: On Fri, 27 Oct 2017 10:03:05 -0700 (PDT), Its Me wrote: Toyota and Honda builds good, reliable transportation.* I just wish they weren't so boring to drive.* :) === The V6 Honda Accord develops about 290 hp and does 0 to 60 in a bit over 6 seconds.* Nothing boring about that. Engine efficiencies have come a long way.* The Canyon I bought has a V6 rated at 308 hp.* It has an 8 speed transmission that I really like a lot.* I rarely accelerate hard but have tried it a couple of times for kicks.* Shifts are quick and positive and the little truck can scoot right along. What are you averaging for MPGs? If I drive "rationally," I'm getting about 23-25 MPG in suburban areas with light traffic and a few stoplights, and 27-29 MPG on the Interstates if I stay at my typical 60-65 mph. Six-speed manual tranny. Drove wife's Camry 4-cylinder auto up to Bowie earlier this week, about 30 miles, on U.S. 301, and averaged 37 MPG for light traffic, but plenty of traffic lights, driving. That sort of MPG will put a smile on my face with a nice-sized four-door sedan. :) === If you drive 60 to 65 on the interstates you should be arrested for obstructing traffic. Here in FL 80 to 85 is more like it. Even in nanny states like NY people are now doing 70 to 75. When pulling the trailer, I set the speed to about 63. Without it, I'll set it at 73. On the interstates. Much easier than trying to beat the herd. Just let them pass me. === If you're pulling a trailer and staying in the right lane, that's fine with me. Jerks like Harree who intentionally clog the passing lane, not so much. If it's three lane, with a lot of entrances, I'll stay in the middle lane. Otherwise the right lane. Very often the folks entering the interstate seem to think they have the right of way. Of course, they just look at the trailer and think, 'Oh, another rich SOB'. Surprising how much many folks think a fifth wheel like mine costs. In Michigan drivers entering the freeway do have the right of way. Thats the way our law is written. In Ohio just to my south it's the opposite freeway traffic has the right of way not merging traffic. That would be a great reason to stay out of the right hand lane. Damn, that's scary! I can see some asshole pulling right in front of me going all of 40 miles an hour. Well, thinking it was unreasonable, I checked: According to MCL 257.649(7): A driver entering a roadway from a roadway that is intended for and constructed as a merging roadway, and is plainly marked at the intersection with the appropriate merge signs, shall yield the right-of-way to traffic upon the roadway that is so close as to constitute an immediate hazard and shall adjust their speed to enable them to merge safely with through traffic. https://www.michiganautolaw.com/blog...o-the-freeway/ The people who understand can make that merging thing work very well. I remember on the beltway watching people getting on and off like cogs on gears, probably 10-12 feet apart on the pass, at 50-60. The problem is when some tourist decides to stop and wait his turn. The last time I was up there we were in that tunnel under capitol hill merging across 3 lanes and Judy was under the seat. Indiana folks don't get it ;-) |
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Mr. Luddite wrote:
On 10/28/2017 8:41 PM, Alex wrote: Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/28/17 11:31 AM, Wayne.B wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 08:22:59 -0400, Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/27/17 10:52 PM, Mr. Luddite wrote: On 10/27/2017 10:17 PM, Wayne.B wrote: On Fri, 27 Oct 2017 10:03:05 -0700 (PDT), Its Me wrote: Toyota and Honda builds good, reliable transportation.* I just wish they weren't so boring to drive.* :) === The V6 Honda Accord develops about 290 hp and does 0 to 60 in a bit over 6 seconds.* Nothing boring about that. Engine efficiencies have come a long way.* The Canyon I bought has a V6 rated at 308 hp.* It has an 8 speed transmission that I really like a lot.* I rarely accelerate hard but have tried it a couple of times for kicks.* Shifts are quick and positive and the little truck can scoot right along. What are you averaging for MPGs? If I drive "rationally," I'm getting about 23-25 MPG in suburban areas with light traffic and a few stoplights, and 27-29 MPG on the Interstates if I stay at my typical 60-65 mph. Six-speed manual tranny. Drove wife's Camry 4-cylinder auto up to Bowie earlier this week, about 30 miles, on U.S. 301, and averaged 37 MPG for light traffic, but plenty of traffic lights, driving. That sort of MPG will put a smile on my face with a nice-sized four-door sedan.* :) === If you drive 60 to 65 on the interstates you should be arrested for obstructing traffic.* Here in FL 80 to 85 is more like it.* Even in nanny states like NY people are now doing 70 to 75. I drive at the posted limit or usually a few mph below it, if it is 70. I would love having you behind me in your car in a place where you could not pass...Wayne RoadRage...* :) If I use the full 420 HP on tap I could pass you in the time it takes you to sneeze. It's an age and chapter of life thing Alex. I used to get a kick out of having lots of horsepower and being able to go fast ... fast. Not anymore. It has lost it's thrill. Now I am much more focused on what I am doing and what others are doing. Funny thing is, the small engines manufacturers use today have plenty of zip if you want to put your foot into the throttle. The 2016 Altima I had for a year had a 4 banger rated at 282 hp. I was really surprised at how well it performed and handled. Granted, it wasn't an Audi or a Porsche but it also cost about 20 percent of what the Porsche I had cost. I remember that shortly after I sold the Porsche I impulsively bought a 2009 Ford Mustang "Bullet". I forget what engine it had but it was a "high performance" version with a 5 speed manual transmission. Again, it wasn't a Porsche but that damn car was both fast and handled extremely well. I was sorta blown away because the last Mustang I ever drove was a 1966 with the 289 V8. There is no comparison. The newer cars are much, much better. Sort of like my 2014 Volt. Only place I see any real lack of power is going over the Grapevine on I5. But that is steep and long. Very quiet on battery or gas. Gets 35mpg around town on gas, and as wife says you can get a speeding ticket fairly easily. She was going to Walnut Creek for lunch and said she looked at Speedometer and was doing 80on the freeway. I still miss really powerful cars. I raced a 1964 Vette small block and really like the new Corvettes, but I doubt I could get out of one these days. |
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John H wrote:
On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 20:39:09 -0000 (UTC), Bill wrote: Wayne.B wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 15:20:32 -0400, John H wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 11:31:03 -0400, Wayne.B wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 08:22:59 -0400, Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/27/17 10:52 PM, Mr. Luddite wrote: On 10/27/2017 10:17 PM, Wayne.B wrote: On Fri, 27 Oct 2017 10:03:05 -0700 (PDT), Its Me wrote: Toyota and Honda builds good, reliable transportation.* I just wish they weren't so boring to drive.* :) === The V6 Honda Accord develops about 290 hp and does 0 to 60 in a bit over 6 seconds.* Nothing boring about that. Engine efficiencies have come a long way.* The Canyon I bought has a V6 rated at 308 hp.* It has an 8 speed transmission that I really like a lot.* I rarely accelerate hard but have tried it a couple of times for kicks.* Shifts are quick and positive and the little truck can scoot right along. What are you averaging for MPGs? If I drive "rationally," I'm getting about 23-25 MPG in suburban areas with light traffic and a few stoplights, and 27-29 MPG on the Interstates if I stay at my typical 60-65 mph. Six-speed manual tranny. Drove wife's Camry 4-cylinder auto up to Bowie earlier this week, about 30 miles, on U.S. 301, and averaged 37 MPG for light traffic, but plenty of traffic lights, driving. That sort of MPG will put a smile on my face with a nice-sized four-door sedan. :) === If you drive 60 to 65 on the interstates you should be arrested for obstructing traffic. Here in FL 80 to 85 is more like it. Even in nanny states like NY people are now doing 70 to 75. When pulling the trailer, I set the speed to about 63. Without it, I'll set it at 73. On the interstates. Much easier than trying to beat the herd. Just let them pass me. === If you're pulling a trailer and staying in the right lane, that's fine with me. Jerks like Harree who intentionally clog the passing lane, not so much. The problem is they consider it the fast lane. Is actually a passing lane. Years ago the signs said keep right, except to pass. Now they say slower traffic keep right. Big problem we have here, is the main highway, I5 is a 70 mph speed limit for cars, but trucks and towing is 55 mph. Is a sure fire cause of accidents. We don't have separate limits anymore. I didn't know that some interstates still did. Haven't seen that for a while. Of course, I've not been in California for a while either. Several states in the west have different limits, but not 15 mph. Maybe 5 mph. |
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On Sun, 29 Oct 2017 07:02:34 -0400, John H wrote: On Sun, 29 Oct 2017 00:56:40 -0700 (PDT), RGrew176 wrote: On Saturday, October 28, 2017 at 4:18:42 PM UTC-4, John H wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 15:35:34 -0400, Wayne.B wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 15:20:32 -0400, John H wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 11:31:03 -0400, Wayne.B wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 08:22:59 -0400, Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/27/17 10:52 PM, Mr. Luddite wrote: On 10/27/2017 10:17 PM, Wayne.B wrote: On Fri, 27 Oct 2017 10:03:05 -0700 (PDT), Its Me wrote: Toyota and Honda builds good, reliable transportation.* I just wish they weren't so boring to drive.* :) === The V6 Honda Accord develops about 290 hp and does 0 to 60 in a bit over 6 seconds.* Nothing boring about that. Engine efficiencies have come a long way.* The Canyon I bought has a V6 rated at 308 hp.* It has an 8 speed transmission that I really like a lot.* I rarely accelerate hard but have tried it a couple of times for kicks.* Shifts are quick and positive and the little truck can scoot right along. What are you averaging for MPGs? If I drive "rationally," I'm getting about 23-25 MPG in suburban areas with light traffic and a few stoplights, and 27-29 MPG on the Interstates if I stay at my typical 60-65 mph. Six-speed manual tranny. Drove wife's Camry 4-cylinder auto up to Bowie earlier this week, about 30 miles, on U.S. 301, and averaged 37 MPG for light traffic, but plenty of traffic lights, driving. That sort of MPG will put a smile on my face with a nice-sized four-door sedan. :) === If you drive 60 to 65 on the interstates you should be arrested for obstructing traffic. Here in FL 80 to 85 is more like it. Even in nanny states like NY people are now doing 70 to 75. When pulling the trailer, I set the speed to about 63. Without it, I'll set it at 73. On the interstates. Much easier than trying to beat the herd. Just let them pass me. === If you're pulling a trailer and staying in the right lane, that's fine with me. Jerks like Harree who intentionally clog the passing lane, not so much. If it's three lane, with a lot of entrances, I'll stay in the middle lane. Otherwise the right lane. Very often the folks entering the interstate seem to think they have the right of way. Of course, they just look at the trailer and think, 'Oh, another rich SOB'. Surprising how much many folks think a fifth wheel like mine costs. In Michigan drivers entering the freeway do have the right of way. Thats the way our law is written. In Ohio just to my south it's the opposite freeway traffic has the right of way not merging traffic. That would be a great reason to stay out of the right hand lane. Damn, that's scary! I can see some asshole pulling right in front of me going all of 40 miles an hour. Well, thinking it was unreasonable, I checked: According to MCL 257.649(7): A driver entering a roadway from a roadway that is intended for and constructed as a merging roadway, and is plainly marked at the intersection with the appropriate merge signs, shall yield the right-of-way to traffic upon the roadway that is so close as to constitute an immediate hazard and shall adjust their speed to enable them to merge safely with through traffic. https://www.michiganautolaw.com/blog...o-the-freeway/ The people who understand can make that merging thing work very well. I remember on the beltway watching people getting on and off like cogs on gears, probably 10-12 feet apart on the pass, at 50-60. The problem is when some tourist decides to stop and wait his turn. The last time I was up there we were in that tunnel under capitol hill merging across 3 lanes and Judy was under the seat. Indiana folks don't get it ;-) I remember when I first went to Ohio for NCR. Friend from the Oakland office and I were on a double date. Going up the onramp and getting up to speed, he said watch out, the guy in front will stop at the top of the ramp. One car on the freeway, maybe a 1/4 mile back and sure enough the Ohio driver stops. Seemed to be standard for them. Cal CHP used to figure was one of the most dangerous things to do on the freeway. Stop at merge. Now we have people merge at 30 mph as traffic is doing 55 and take a 100 yards to move left. |
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On 10/29/2017 12:50 PM, Bill wrote:
Mr. Luddite wrote: On 10/28/2017 8:41 PM, Alex wrote: Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/28/17 11:31 AM, Wayne.B wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 08:22:59 -0400, Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/27/17 10:52 PM, Mr. Luddite wrote: On 10/27/2017 10:17 PM, Wayne.B wrote: On Fri, 27 Oct 2017 10:03:05 -0700 (PDT), Its Me wrote: Toyota and Honda builds good, reliable transportation.* I just wish they weren't so boring to drive.* :) === The V6 Honda Accord develops about 290 hp and does 0 to 60 in a bit over 6 seconds.* Nothing boring about that. Engine efficiencies have come a long way.* The Canyon I bought has a V6 rated at 308 hp.* It has an 8 speed transmission that I really like a lot.* I rarely accelerate hard but have tried it a couple of times for kicks.* Shifts are quick and positive and the little truck can scoot right along. What are you averaging for MPGs? If I drive "rationally," I'm getting about 23-25 MPG in suburban areas with light traffic and a few stoplights, and 27-29 MPG on the Interstates if I stay at my typical 60-65 mph. Six-speed manual tranny. Drove wife's Camry 4-cylinder auto up to Bowie earlier this week, about 30 miles, on U.S. 301, and averaged 37 MPG for light traffic, but plenty of traffic lights, driving. That sort of MPG will put a smile on my face with a nice-sized four-door sedan.* :) === If you drive 60 to 65 on the interstates you should be arrested for obstructing traffic.* Here in FL 80 to 85 is more like it.* Even in nanny states like NY people are now doing 70 to 75. I drive at the posted limit or usually a few mph below it, if it is 70. I would love having you behind me in your car in a place where you could not pass...Wayne RoadRage...* :) If I use the full 420 HP on tap I could pass you in the time it takes you to sneeze. It's an age and chapter of life thing Alex. I used to get a kick out of having lots of horsepower and being able to go fast ... fast. Not anymore. It has lost it's thrill. Now I am much more focused on what I am doing and what others are doing. Funny thing is, the small engines manufacturers use today have plenty of zip if you want to put your foot into the throttle. The 2016 Altima I had for a year had a 4 banger rated at 282 hp. I was really surprised at how well it performed and handled. Granted, it wasn't an Audi or a Porsche but it also cost about 20 percent of what the Porsche I had cost. I remember that shortly after I sold the Porsche I impulsively bought a 2009 Ford Mustang "Bullet". I forget what engine it had but it was a "high performance" version with a 5 speed manual transmission. Again, it wasn't a Porsche but that damn car was both fast and handled extremely well. I was sorta blown away because the last Mustang I ever drove was a 1966 with the 289 V8. There is no comparison. The newer cars are much, much better. Sort of like my 2014 Volt. Only place I see any real lack of power is going over the Grapevine on I5. But that is steep and long. Very quiet on battery or gas. Gets 35mpg around town on gas, and as wife says you can get a speeding ticket fairly easily. She was going to Walnut Creek for lunch and said she looked at Speedometer and was doing 80on the freeway. I still miss really powerful cars. I raced a 1964 Vette small block and really like the new Corvettes, but I doubt I could get out of one these days. There's a place called "Corvette Mike's" not far from where I live. I stopped in a couple of month's ago and looked around. I've never had a Corvette (although I've driven a couple of them) and fell in love with this one. It's pricey but I seriously thought about making an offer, being the impulsive buyer I am. However, the wiser part of whatever I have left for a brain convinced me to hold off, go home, talk to Mrs.E. and think about it. Still thinking. :-) http://corvettemike.com/used-corvettes-for-sale/1966-nassau-blue-l72/ |
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On 10/29/17 1:52 PM, Mr. Luddite wrote:
On 10/29/2017 12:50 PM, Bill wrote: Mr. Luddite wrote: On 10/28/2017 8:41 PM, Alex wrote: Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/28/17 11:31 AM, Wayne.B wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 08:22:59 -0400, Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/27/17 10:52 PM, Mr. Luddite wrote: On 10/27/2017 10:17 PM, Wayne.B wrote: On Fri, 27 Oct 2017 10:03:05 -0700 (PDT), Its Me wrote: Toyota and Honda builds good, reliable transportation.* I just wish they weren't so boring to drive.* :) === The V6 Honda Accord develops about 290 hp and does 0 to 60 in a bit over 6 seconds.* Nothing boring about that. Engine efficiencies have come a long way.* The Canyon I bought has a V6 rated at 308 hp.* It has an 8 speed transmission that I really like a lot.* I rarely accelerate hard but have tried it a couple of times for kicks.* Shifts are quick and positive and the little truck can scoot right along. What are you averaging for MPGs? If I drive "rationally," I'm getting about 23-25 MPG in suburban areas with light traffic and a few stoplights, and 27-29 MPG on the Interstates if I stay at my typical 60-65 mph. Six-speed manual tranny. Drove wife's Camry 4-cylinder auto up to Bowie earlier this week, about 30 miles, on U.S. 301, and averaged 37 MPG for light traffic, but plenty of traffic lights, driving. That sort of MPG will put a smile on my face with a nice-sized four-door sedan.* :) === If you drive 60 to 65 on the interstates you should be arrested for obstructing traffic.* Here in FL 80 to 85 is more like it.* Even in nanny states like NY people are now doing 70 to 75. I drive at the posted limit or usually a few mph below it, if it is 70. I would love having you behind me in your car in a place where you could not pass...Wayne RoadRage...* :) If I use the full 420 HP on tap I could pass you in the time it takes you to sneeze. It's an age and chapter of life thing Alex.* I used to get a kick out of having lots of horsepower and being able to go fast ... fast.* Not anymore.* It has lost it's thrill.* Now I am much more focused on what I am doing and what others are doing. Funny thing is, the small engines manufacturers use today have plenty of zip if you want to put your foot into the throttle.* The 2016 Altima I had for a year had a 4 banger rated at 282 hp.* I was really surprised at how well it performed and handled. Granted, it wasn't an Audi or a Porsche but it also cost about 20 percent of what the Porsche I had cost. I remember that shortly after I sold the Porsche I impulsively bought a 2009 Ford Mustang "Bullet".* I forget what engine it had but it was a "high performance" version with a 5 speed manual transmission.* Again, it wasn't a Porsche but that damn car was both fast and handled extremely well.* I was sorta blown away because the last Mustang I ever drove was a 1966 with the 289 V8.* There is no comparison. The newer cars are much, much better. Sort of like my 2014 Volt.** Only place I see any real lack of power is going over the Grapevine on I5.* But that is steep and long.** Very quiet on battery or gas.** Gets 35mpg around town on gas, and as wife says you can get a speeding ticket fairly easily.* She was going to Walnut Creek for lunch and said she looked at Speedometer and was doing 80on the freeway. I still miss really powerful cars.** I raced a 1964 Vette small block and really like the new Corvettes, but I doubt I could get out of one these days. There's a place called "Corvette Mike's" not far from where I live.* I stopped in a couple of month's ago and looked around.* I've never had a Corvette (although I've driven a couple of them) and fell in love with this one.* It's pricey but I seriously thought about making an offer, being the impulsive buyer I am. However, the wiser part of whatever I have left for a brain convinced me to hold off, go home, talk to Mrs.E. and think about it. Still thinking.** :-) http://corvettemike.com/used-corvettes-for-sale/1966-nassau-blue-l72/ My dad took one of those in on trade back in the day. I remember. It rode hard enough that you thought your fillings would fall out. He traded it to a car dealer buddy of his. |
Consumer Reports Annual Reliability Survey
On 10/29/2017 3:14 PM, Keyser Soze wrote:
On 10/29/17 1:52 PM, Mr. Luddite wrote: On 10/29/2017 12:50 PM, Bill wrote: Mr. Luddite wrote: On 10/28/2017 8:41 PM, Alex wrote: Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/28/17 11:31 AM, Wayne.B wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 08:22:59 -0400, Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/27/17 10:52 PM, Mr. Luddite wrote: On 10/27/2017 10:17 PM, Wayne.B wrote: On Fri, 27 Oct 2017 10:03:05 -0700 (PDT), Its Me wrote: Toyota and Honda builds good, reliable transportation.* I just wish they weren't so boring to drive.* :) === The V6 Honda Accord develops about 290 hp and does 0 to 60 in a bit over 6 seconds.* Nothing boring about that. Engine efficiencies have come a long way.* The Canyon I bought has a V6 rated at 308 hp.* It has an 8 speed transmission that I really like a lot.* I rarely accelerate hard but have tried it a couple of times for kicks.* Shifts are quick and positive and the little truck can scoot right along. What are you averaging for MPGs? If I drive "rationally," I'm getting about 23-25 MPG in suburban areas with light traffic and a few stoplights, and 27-29 MPG on the Interstates if I stay at my typical 60-65 mph. Six-speed manual tranny. Drove wife's Camry 4-cylinder auto up to Bowie earlier this week, about 30 miles, on U.S. 301, and averaged 37 MPG for light traffic, but plenty of traffic lights, driving. That sort of MPG will put a smile on my face with a nice-sized four-door sedan.* :) === If you drive 60 to 65 on the interstates you should be arrested for obstructing traffic.* Here in FL 80 to 85 is more like it.* Even in nanny states like NY people are now doing 70 to 75. I drive at the posted limit or usually a few mph below it, if it is 70. I would love having you behind me in your car in a place where you could not pass...Wayne RoadRage...* :) If I use the full 420 HP on tap I could pass you in the time it takes you to sneeze. It's an age and chapter of life thing Alex.* I used to get a kick out of having lots of horsepower and being able to go fast ... fast.* Not anymore.* It has lost it's thrill.* Now I am much more focused on what I am doing and what others are doing. Funny thing is, the small engines manufacturers use today have plenty of zip if you want to put your foot into the throttle.* The 2016 Altima I had for a year had a 4 banger rated at 282 hp.* I was really surprised at how well it performed and handled. Granted, it wasn't an Audi or a Porsche but it also cost about 20 percent of what the Porsche I had cost. I remember that shortly after I sold the Porsche I impulsively bought a 2009 Ford Mustang "Bullet".* I forget what engine it had but it was a "high performance" version with a 5 speed manual transmission.* Again, it wasn't a Porsche but that damn car was both fast and handled extremely well.* I was sorta blown away because the last Mustang I ever drove was a 1966 with the 289 V8.* There is no comparison. The newer cars are much, much better. Sort of like my 2014 Volt.** Only place I see any real lack of power is going over the Grapevine on I5.* But that is steep and long.** Very quiet on battery or gas.** Gets 35mpg around town on gas, and as wife says you can get a speeding ticket fairly easily.* She was going to Walnut Creek for lunch and said she looked at Speedometer and was doing 80on the freeway. I still miss really powerful cars.** I raced a 1964 Vette small block and really like the new Corvettes, but I doubt I could get out of one these days. There's a place called "Corvette Mike's" not far from where I live.* I stopped in a couple of month's ago and looked around.* I've never had a Corvette (although I've driven a couple of them) and fell in love with this one.* It's pricey but I seriously thought about making an offer, being the impulsive buyer I am. However, the wiser part of whatever I have left for a brain convinced me to hold off, go home, talk to Mrs.E. and think about it. Still thinking.** :-) http://corvettemike.com/used-corvettes-for-sale/1966-nassau-blue-l72/ My dad took one of those in on trade back in the day. I remember. It rode hard enough that you thought your fillings would fall out. He traded it to a car dealer buddy of his. Unfortunately, that's my recollection as well. In addition the frame on the rag tops quaked when ever you hit a pebble in the road. |
Consumer Reports Annual Reliability Survey
On Sun, 29 Oct 2017 13:52:57 -0400, "Mr. Luddite" wrote:
On 10/29/2017 12:50 PM, Bill wrote: Mr. Luddite wrote: On 10/28/2017 8:41 PM, Alex wrote: Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/28/17 11:31 AM, Wayne.B wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 08:22:59 -0400, Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/27/17 10:52 PM, Mr. Luddite wrote: On 10/27/2017 10:17 PM, Wayne.B wrote: On Fri, 27 Oct 2017 10:03:05 -0700 (PDT), Its Me wrote: Toyota and Honda builds good, reliable transportation.* I just wish they weren't so boring to drive.* :) === The V6 Honda Accord develops about 290 hp and does 0 to 60 in a bit over 6 seconds.* Nothing boring about that. Engine efficiencies have come a long way.* The Canyon I bought has a V6 rated at 308 hp.* It has an 8 speed transmission that I really like a lot.* I rarely accelerate hard but have tried it a couple of times for kicks.* Shifts are quick and positive and the little truck can scoot right along. What are you averaging for MPGs? If I drive "rationally," I'm getting about 23-25 MPG in suburban areas with light traffic and a few stoplights, and 27-29 MPG on the Interstates if I stay at my typical 60-65 mph. Six-speed manual tranny. Drove wife's Camry 4-cylinder auto up to Bowie earlier this week, about 30 miles, on U.S. 301, and averaged 37 MPG for light traffic, but plenty of traffic lights, driving. That sort of MPG will put a smile on my face with a nice-sized four-door sedan.* :) === If you drive 60 to 65 on the interstates you should be arrested for obstructing traffic.* Here in FL 80 to 85 is more like it.* Even in nanny states like NY people are now doing 70 to 75. I drive at the posted limit or usually a few mph below it, if it is 70. I would love having you behind me in your car in a place where you could not pass...Wayne RoadRage...* :) If I use the full 420 HP on tap I could pass you in the time it takes you to sneeze. It's an age and chapter of life thing Alex. I used to get a kick out of having lots of horsepower and being able to go fast ... fast. Not anymore. It has lost it's thrill. Now I am much more focused on what I am doing and what others are doing. Funny thing is, the small engines manufacturers use today have plenty of zip if you want to put your foot into the throttle. The 2016 Altima I had for a year had a 4 banger rated at 282 hp. I was really surprised at how well it performed and handled. Granted, it wasn't an Audi or a Porsche but it also cost about 20 percent of what the Porsche I had cost. I remember that shortly after I sold the Porsche I impulsively bought a 2009 Ford Mustang "Bullet". I forget what engine it had but it was a "high performance" version with a 5 speed manual transmission. Again, it wasn't a Porsche but that damn car was both fast and handled extremely well. I was sorta blown away because the last Mustang I ever drove was a 1966 with the 289 V8. There is no comparison. The newer cars are much, much better. Sort of like my 2014 Volt. Only place I see any real lack of power is going over the Grapevine on I5. But that is steep and long. Very quiet on battery or gas. Gets 35mpg around town on gas, and as wife says you can get a speeding ticket fairly easily. She was going to Walnut Creek for lunch and said she looked at Speedometer and was doing 80on the freeway. I still miss really powerful cars. I raced a 1964 Vette small block and really like the new Corvettes, but I doubt I could get out of one these days. There's a place called "Corvette Mike's" not far from where I live. I stopped in a couple of month's ago and looked around. I've never had a Corvette (although I've driven a couple of them) and fell in love with this one. It's pricey but I seriously thought about making an offer, being the impulsive buyer I am. However, the wiser part of whatever I have left for a brain convinced me to hold off, go home, talk to Mrs.E. and think about it. Still thinking. :-) http://corvettemike.com/used-corvettes-for-sale/1966-nassau-blue-l72/ For that price I'd want a five year parts and labor warranty. It is a nice looking car though! |
Consumer Reports Annual Reliability Survey
On 10/29/17 4:19 PM, Mr. Luddite wrote:
On 10/29/2017 3:14 PM, Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/29/17 1:52 PM, Mr. Luddite wrote: On 10/29/2017 12:50 PM, Bill wrote: Mr. Luddite wrote: On 10/28/2017 8:41 PM, Alex wrote: Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/28/17 11:31 AM, Wayne.B wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 08:22:59 -0400, Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/27/17 10:52 PM, Mr. Luddite wrote: On 10/27/2017 10:17 PM, Wayne.B wrote: On Fri, 27 Oct 2017 10:03:05 -0700 (PDT), Its Me wrote: Toyota and Honda builds good, reliable transportation.* I just wish they weren't so boring to drive.* :) === The V6 Honda Accord develops about 290 hp and does 0 to 60 in a bit over 6 seconds.* Nothing boring about that. Engine efficiencies have come a long way.* The Canyon I bought has a V6 rated at 308 hp.* It has an 8 speed transmission that I really like a lot.* I rarely accelerate hard but have tried it a couple of times for kicks.* Shifts are quick and positive and the little truck can scoot right along. What are you averaging for MPGs? If I drive "rationally," I'm getting about 23-25 MPG in suburban areas with light traffic and a few stoplights, and 27-29 MPG on the Interstates if I stay at my typical 60-65 mph. Six-speed manual tranny. Drove wife's Camry 4-cylinder auto up to Bowie earlier this week, about 30 miles, on U.S. 301, and averaged 37 MPG for light traffic, but plenty of traffic lights, driving. That sort of MPG will put a smile on my face with a nice-sized four-door sedan.* :) === If you drive 60 to 65 on the interstates you should be arrested for obstructing traffic.* Here in FL 80 to 85 is more like it.* Even in nanny states like NY people are now doing 70 to 75. I drive at the posted limit or usually a few mph below it, if it is 70. I would love having you behind me in your car in a place where you could not pass...Wayne RoadRage...* :) If I use the full 420 HP on tap I could pass you in the time it takes you to sneeze. It's an age and chapter of life thing Alex.* I used to get a kick out of having lots of horsepower and being able to go fast ... fast.* Not anymore.* It has lost it's thrill.* Now I am much more focused on what I am doing and what others are doing. Funny thing is, the small engines manufacturers use today have plenty of zip if you want to put your foot into the throttle.* The 2016 Altima I had for a year had a 4 banger rated at 282 hp.* I was really surprised at how well it performed and handled. Granted, it wasn't an Audi or a Porsche but it also cost about 20 percent of what the Porsche I had cost. I remember that shortly after I sold the Porsche I impulsively bought a 2009 Ford Mustang "Bullet".* I forget what engine it had but it was a "high performance" version with a 5 speed manual transmission.* Again, it wasn't a Porsche but that damn car was both fast and handled extremely well.* I was sorta blown away because the last Mustang I ever drove was a 1966 with the 289 V8.* There is no comparison. The newer cars are much, much better. Sort of like my 2014 Volt.** Only place I see any real lack of power is going over the Grapevine on I5.* But that is steep and long.** Very quiet on battery or gas.** Gets 35mpg around town on gas, and as wife says you can get a speeding ticket fairly easily.* She was going to Walnut Creek for lunch and said she looked at Speedometer and was doing 80on the freeway. I still miss really powerful cars.** I raced a 1964 Vette small block and really like the new Corvettes, but I doubt I could get out of one these days. There's a place called "Corvette Mike's" not far from where I live. I stopped in a couple of month's ago and looked around.* I've never had a Corvette (although I've driven a couple of them) and fell in love with this one.* It's pricey but I seriously thought about making an offer, being the impulsive buyer I am. However, the wiser part of whatever I have left for a brain convinced me to hold off, go home, talk to Mrs.E. and think about it. Still thinking.** :-) http://corvettemike.com/used-corvettes-for-sale/1966-nassau-blue-l72/ My dad took one of those in on trade back in the day. I remember. It rode hard enough that you thought your fillings would fall out. He traded it to a car dealer buddy of his. Unfortunately, that's my recollection as well.* In addition the frame on the rag tops quaked when ever you hit a pebble in the road. Further, for the asking price of that '66 'Vette, you could buy a brand-new 2017 model that probably provides a much better ride and certainly would be more reliable, with a new-car warranty, *and* you get a lot of change back, instead of spending $100,000. Or you could buy a new Cayman and have a much better car. :) |
Consumer Reports Annual Reliability Survey
On Monday, October 30, 2017 at 9:44:58 AM UTC-4, Keyser Soze wrote:
On 10/29/17 4:19 PM, Mr. Luddite wrote: On 10/29/2017 3:14 PM, Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/29/17 1:52 PM, Mr. Luddite wrote: On 10/29/2017 12:50 PM, Bill wrote: Mr. Luddite wrote: On 10/28/2017 8:41 PM, Alex wrote: Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/28/17 11:31 AM, Wayne.B wrote: On Sat, 28 Oct 2017 08:22:59 -0400, Keyser Soze wrote: On 10/27/17 10:52 PM, Mr. Luddite wrote: On 10/27/2017 10:17 PM, Wayne.B wrote: On Fri, 27 Oct 2017 10:03:05 -0700 (PDT), Its Me wrote: Toyota and Honda builds good, reliable transportation.* I just wish they weren't so boring to drive.* :) === The V6 Honda Accord develops about 290 hp and does 0 to 60 in a bit over 6 seconds.* Nothing boring about that. Engine efficiencies have come a long way.* The Canyon I bought has a V6 rated at 308 hp.* It has an 8 speed transmission that I really like a lot.* I rarely accelerate hard but have tried it a couple of times for kicks.* Shifts are quick and positive and the little truck can scoot right along. What are you averaging for MPGs? If I drive "rationally," I'm getting about 23-25 MPG in suburban areas with light traffic and a few stoplights, and 27-29 MPG on the Interstates if I stay at my typical 60-65 mph. Six-speed manual tranny. Drove wife's Camry 4-cylinder auto up to Bowie earlier this week, about 30 miles, on U.S. 301, and averaged 37 MPG for light traffic, but plenty of traffic lights, driving. That sort of MPG will put a smile on my face with a nice-sized four-door sedan.* :) === If you drive 60 to 65 on the interstates you should be arrested for obstructing traffic.* Here in FL 80 to 85 is more like it.* Even in nanny states like NY people are now doing 70 to 75. I drive at the posted limit or usually a few mph below it, if it is 70. I would love having you behind me in your car in a place where you could not pass...Wayne RoadRage...* :) If I use the full 420 HP on tap I could pass you in the time it takes you to sneeze. It's an age and chapter of life thing Alex.* I used to get a kick out of having lots of horsepower and being able to go fast ... fast.* Not anymore.* It has lost it's thrill.* Now I am much more focused on what I am doing and what others are doing. Funny thing is, the small engines manufacturers use today have plenty of zip if you want to put your foot into the throttle.* The 2016 Altima I had for a year had a 4 banger rated at 282 hp.* I was really surprised at how well it performed and handled. Granted, it wasn't an Audi or a Porsche but it also cost about 20 percent of what the Porsche I had cost. I remember that shortly after I sold the Porsche I impulsively bought a 2009 Ford Mustang "Bullet".* I forget what engine it had but it was a "high performance" version with a 5 speed manual transmission.* Again, it wasn't a Porsche but that damn car was both fast and handled extremely well.* I was sorta blown away because the last Mustang I ever drove was a 1966 with the 289 V8.* There is no comparison. The newer cars are much, much better. Sort of like my 2014 Volt.** Only place I see any real lack of power is going over the Grapevine on I5.* But that is steep and long.** Very quiet on battery or gas.** Gets 35mpg around town on gas, and as wife says you can get a speeding ticket fairly easily.* She was going to Walnut Creek for lunch and said she looked at Speedometer and was doing 80on the freeway. I still miss really powerful cars.** I raced a 1964 Vette small block and really like the new Corvettes, but I doubt I could get out of one these days. There's a place called "Corvette Mike's" not far from where I live. I stopped in a couple of month's ago and looked around.* I've never had a Corvette (although I've driven a couple of them) and fell in love with this one.* It's pricey but I seriously thought about making an offer, being the impulsive buyer I am. However, the wiser part of whatever I have left for a brain convinced me to hold off, go home, talk to Mrs.E. and think about it. Still thinking.** :-) http://corvettemike.com/used-corvettes-for-sale/1966-nassau-blue-l72/ My dad took one of those in on trade back in the day. I remember. It rode hard enough that you thought your fillings would fall out. He traded it to a car dealer buddy of his. Unfortunately, that's my recollection as well.* In addition the frame on the rag tops quaked when ever you hit a pebble in the road. Further, for the asking price of that '66 'Vette, you could buy a brand-new 2017 model that probably provides a much better ride and certainly would be more reliable, with a new-car warranty, *and* you get a lot of change back, instead of spending $100,000. Or you could buy a new Cayman and have a much better car. :) You don't buy a '66 Corvette for comfort, reliability, or transportation. You don't even buy it for performance. It's an investment that goes to car shows and rarely gets driven on the street, if you're smart. That way it maintains or increases in value. Or you can buy a new Corvette or Cayman, drive it for the next 5 years, enjoy it, and then sell it for 20% of what you paid. |
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