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  1. zimm

    good theory as to how it missed the mark.

    The lindy effect is about resistance to change. Now, think about that while considering the juxtaposition of something like, the statistical failure rate for corporations at 250 years is 100%, and you may think, hmmmmm your interpretation of the theory is misconstrued. It's like when people...
  2. zimm

    Second test drive...

    I don't know yet. Spendy hot chicks with bad personality quirks have cost me a lot money over the years. I'm not committed, but I'm not feeling optimistic I'll ever learn my lesson. It wouldn't be a question at 70g. But now at 100g plus 6g for seats, plus a lift for real tires.... mmmmmm...
  3. zimm

    6x6 Australia planning to build 6x6 Grenadier.

    Will it come with bow thrusters to help with the turning radius?
  4. zimm

    Sleeping Platform / Storage / Kitchen Options

    If you're looking to save some money over the overpriced "adventure" gear suppliers, look at some commercial truck suppliers like american van for drawers, and do the "platform" yourself. None of this stuff is 7500 dollar difficult, but some people aren't tool oriented, or have the time...
  5. zimm

    Second test drive...

    I think you're right, but, I'm like a 10th grader when it comes to looking cool and wanting attention. The closest dealer to Pittsburgh said they only had one other order in this county. Pitt and phili have a higher sales tax than the rest of the state, so it's something he would notice.
  6. zimm

    Second test drive...

    It's a 5 link. The caster may not change at all. It all depends on upper and lower link length and angles, as to how they dialed it in. It's not like the swing arms on fj80's and pre '19 G wagons. From looking online at the linkage, I can't tell if pivots rearward to make up for droop.
  7. zimm

    Second test drive...

    Now that you mention it, It did sorta wander. Have you have ever driven a ford econoline with 30,000 miles? Where the steering is not so loose yet that there's a dead spot, but you kinda keep correcting because you overrun center? That about where it's at. Its dead in the middle. I wouldn't want...
  8. zimm

    The Lump: Long Distance Comfort in LHD

    If you're in a RHD unit, there's no way to drive with your leg straight. Maybe someone of shorter stature can deal with it, but there no way I could do all day in the saddle with that pressure on my left butt from my leg being cocked. Due to windshield visibility limitations, I needed the seat...
  9. zimm

    The Lump: Long Distance Comfort in LHD

    That makes more sense than the turbo. Every new model gets a different exhaust, no matter the engine so that cost is baked right in to initial design... on the other hand, if no one allotted for its location and the subsequent heat shielding as they do run hot.... now we need a hump.
  10. zimm

    The Lump: Long Distance Comfort in LHD

    Once again, the mere fact something like this exists suggests otherwise. Having the floorpan be where your foot is supposed to be in the footwell is a fail, especially when we're not talking about something such never used third row seats, but instead the actual driver in a RHD truck. There is...
  11. zimm

    Second test drive...

    The first drive last year involved all pre production models, no street time, and very little actual time. Even tough mine's not due for a few months, I wanted another drive so I road tripped 4,5 hours for 30 min of seat time. Mostly, I was worried about driving position. It was all a tad...
  12. zimm

    The Lump: Long Distance Comfort in LHD

    Except, calling this "re-engineering" is a bit of stretch with a brand spanking new vehicle. This is the primary drive train, not a low volume option. There really is no excuse for a brand new mass produced truck that stickers at 70g at its cheapest, to have a huge hump in the footwell. It was...
  13. zimm

    GONE!!!!!! FS Near Phoenix: Advanced Elements Inflatable Tandem Kayak - LOADED!

    This is horrible! 90% of all kayaker divorces start with the purchase of a tandem. How dare you sell this!
  14. zimm

    Suspension Lifts and the Affect on Wheelbase..

    It will shorten a minimal amount if its a system that has radius arms. Do the geometry. I'd be more concerned about caster and ride quality.
  15. zimm

    Suspension Lifts and the Affect on Wheelbase..

    waste money fixing nothing with custom adjustable links if it's bugging you. you can dial that 1/2" per axle right back in.
  16. zimm

    New D90 lift...

    Ok, I see the lucky 8 stuff and the Sarek springs that are 3x as much as coil springs for a real defender, but what else is there for 50mm? Is there some reason why Lucky 8 can make a spacer for the airbag struts, but not one for the coil spring version? I'm looking for a new DD on 33's but...
  17. zimm

    Farkles

    I may be one of them. If that D90 that was on the lot had the air suspension, It'd be in my driveway... If I had a driveway... I'm the old section that didn't have driveways for lack of cars being invented. So, It would have a parking sticker.
  18. zimm

    good theory as to how it missed the mark.

    finally. thank you.
  19. zimm

    good theory as to how it missed the mark.

    none of these ice engines made today are are stressed. this isnt 1985. the design metallurgy and machining on any of these pieces can handle 2x the highpo editions manufactures put out. The hp all comes down the accounting. when the same block ends up in both a golf and an a6, there has to...
  20. zimm

    Farkles

    as a side note, the dealer offered me a different truck. two silvers, a black, and mushroom were "unclaimed" already. none was set up as I would have liked, and quite frankly, boring an ugly. But this does tell me there are a bit of people bailing, and maybe there will be deals done after...
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