Jewelry in general seems like the biggest rip-off ever. Paying hundreds or thousands of dollars for something just because it sparkles? Seriously? I will just never get it, it seems like a bigger sham than Monster Cables. I know us men buy some useless crap, but nobody will ever convince me a piece of jewelry is as useful as that HDTV or new computer.
And what's with that idea that we have to spend 2 times our monthly salary for an engagement or apparently we are poo-pooed by society? Who came up with that formula, DeBeers Marketing Dept? And then you have to buy another one that is actually the real ring?
I don't get it......maybe heat the cheese, load it into the enema kit, and give 'er? Use the ointment in case it burns? Or was it lube? In which case it could be a pre-fudge pack enema after a gentle evening of fondue?
Please, please dont venture guesses as to the uses of the Fondue set. The outcome just isnt good.
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I could maybe see the base-Cayenne, but the slowest car Porsche out there (Boxster) goes to 0-60 in 5.8 seconds. I have a hard-time believing such a heavy truck can equal that. But hey, if you can back it up with numbers, I'll believe it!
Its definitely possible. I've raced a lot with my car, and very few people believe that my old POS can outrun the exotics. I've beaten 2 different Lambos, roasted Corvettes alive and schooled Porsches on a regular basis. Granted, its a car not a pickup, but I've seen some fast pickups in my time.
BTC is right though, Euro cars are typically built for the corners and a decently modified truck stands a good shot in the 1320.
Also, dont take posted 0-60s as Gospel. Altitude plays a huge factor and those numbers arent adjusted, they're at sea level and air density makes a difference, especially in Calgary. Not to mention the fact that, while 0-60 is important, in a 1/4 mile race the vehicle, if its decent, will pass 100mph so the second part of the powerband is even more important.
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Its definitely possible. I've raced a lot with my car, and very few people believe that my old POS can outrun the exotics. I've beaten 2 different Lambos, roasted Corvettes alive and schooled Porsches on a regular basis. Granted, its a car not a pickup, but I've seen some fast pickups in my time.
BTC is right though, Euro cars are typically built for the corners and a decently modified truck stands a good shot in the 1320.
Also, dont take posted 0-60s as Gospel. Altitude plays a huge factor and those numbers arent adjusted, they're at sea level and air density makes a difference, especially in Calgary. Not to mention the fact that, while 0-60 is important, in a 1/4 mile race the vehicle, if its decent, will pass 100mph so the second part of the powerband is even more important.
OK Locke my BS meter just went haywire.
What is your POS? It better be a damn fast one, otherwise you didn't beat no Lambos. Porsche Boxter maybe, but Lambos, Ferraris and 911s are in a class of their own compared to most cars.
What is your POS? It better be a damn fast one, otherwise you didn't beat no Lambos. Porsche Boxter maybe, but Lambos, Ferraris and 911s are in a class of their own compared to most cars.
In a straight line? 1/4 mile drag? A modified 450 Hp Mustang will walk all over them. Regardless of how old it is...
In fairness though, I have never raced one of the newer Lambos, no Gallardos or anything, a Countach and a Diablo. The Ferraris and the 911s, even the turbos, they arent designed for straight line acceleration.
If it was a race that required turns, I'd be more than dead meat, I couldn't even compete.
Modified Camaros offer more challenge. Its a different culture and style with exotics, a lot of people dont usually believe it, but the exotics aren't designed for 1/4 mile drags or straight line acceleration.
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In a straight line? 1/4 mile drag? A modified 450 Hp Mustang will walk all over them. Regardless of how old it is...
In fairness though, I have never raced one of the newer Lambos, no Gallardos or anything, a Countach and a Diablo. The Ferraris and the 911s, even the turbos, they arent designed for straight line acceleration.
If it was a race that required turns, I'd be more than dead meat, I couldn't even compete.
Well, POS and 450Hp modified Mustang aren't really the same to me. When you said POS, I really thought you meant POS, like 1987 Reliant K or something. While useless without pics I'll take your word for it.
Well, POS and 450Hp modified Mustang aren't really the same to me. When you said POS, I really thought you meant POS, like 1987 Reliant K or something. While useless without pics I'll take your word for it.
Sorry, I call it a POS because it kinda looks like it, I went for go not show. And I'm not putting pics online. If you want some specs PM me.
Believe it or not, there is (or was) a late 80s Reliant in town that almost beat me, he had one helluva motor in there. Why he put it in a Reliant, I will never know, but that was a few years ago, I dont know if hes still around.
Almost no stock domestic is going to beat or school an exotic, that requires work.
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Damn, that's a lot of money for a truck. At that price you can get a pretty nice Porsche.
There are probably a lot of young guys in Alberta filling out UI applications on the dash of their 60 thousand dollar pick-up.
Kind of a catch-22 for a them I'm sure. They can't afford their truck anymore and can't sell it, but at least the price of gas makes it affordable to drive, but because the price of gas is so low, they don't have jobs.
What is your POS? It better be a damn fast one, otherwise you didn't beat no Lambos. Porsche Boxter maybe, but Lambos, Ferraris and 911s are in a class of their own compared to most cars.
Pffff I dont wanna turn this into a dick measuring contest but my 96 Firehawk ate a Ferrari 512 TR on highway 2... Exotics are expensive, but really nothing overly special. Anyone with $30,000 to blow and an american V8 car could put together a car that would destroy any exotic under $1,000,000.
Pffff I dont wanna turn this into a dick measuring contest but my 96 Firehawk ate a Ferrari 512 TR on highway 2... Exotics are expensive, but really nothing overly special. Anyone with $30,000 to blow and an american V8 car could put together a car that would destroy any exotic under $1,000,000.
Very true, but lets let it go. Conversations like this are a very big reason why I quit posting on most of the automotive forums I used to frequent.
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Oh I know! Sham wows! and these really bad but expensive steaming pans I bought at the Stampede one year, used once and tossed in the garbage. And this Lip Gloss I bought at the Stampede that is supposed to make your lips plump and sensuous, but just burned the heck out me, so it was NOT sexy at all! Maybe I should stop shopping at the Stampede?? If I had to make a list of stupid useless toys I have bought my kids over the time, I would have to write a book
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If it was a race that required turns, I'd be more than dead meat, I couldn't even compete.
While I can appreciate the power of the drag race, the one thing i guess i will never really understand personally, is people wanting car that only performs great in a straight line. For me the pleasure of driving is well, driving...which includes turns, hills, and yes, the occasional straightaways.
Gimme a nice basic coupe with a decent engine, great handling, manual transmission (has to be manual), minus fancy gimmicks, and I'll be happy. That's why that CS 3.0 I posted before will always be my dream car. It doesn't have to be the fastest, just the funnest!
I've seen greasier. Namely, this carpet salesman I encountered several years ago. Sleazy sales tactics that I knew were lies to go along with his greasy dyed black hair, scrawny body, long finger nails on his cigarette stained fingers, nasty teeth.
The worst part was watching him get into his car in the parking lot. He had an old piece of crap Trans Am. But instead of a firechicken on the hood, he had a custom painted mural of, I kid you not, a skeleton raping a naked woman. Sleaziest person I've ever come across.
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While I can appreciate the power of the drag race, the one thing i guess i will never really understand personally, is people wanting car that only performs great in a straight line. For me the pleasure of driving is well, driving...which includes turns, hills, and yes, the occasional straightaways.
Gimme a nice basic coupe with a decent engine, great handling, manual transmission (has to be manual), minus fancy gimmicks, and I'll be happy. That's why that CS 3.0 I posted before will always be my dream car. It doesn't have to be the fastest, just the funnest!
There is a lot of skill involved in drag racing. Reaction time on the tree, knowing your vehicle well enough to know how to get it to hook for the first 60 feet.
Part of the reason that I've somewhat left my car alone is that it is very uncomfortable to drive. Its built for speed and power. Driving it around in the city is an awesome feeling. The rumble, the roar, its amazing. I had 2 12" subs and an amped stereo in it before I took them out because I couldnt hear them over the motor.
I love muscle cars.
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I've seen greasier. Namely, this carpet salesman I encountered several years ago. Sleazy sales tactics that I knew were lies to go along with his greasy dyed black hair, scrawny body, long finger nails on his cigarette stained fingers, nasty teeth.
The worst part was watching him get into his car in the parking lot. He had an old piece of crap Trans Am. But instead of a firechicken on the hood, he had a custom painted mural of, I kid you not, a skeleton raping a naked woman. Sleaziest person I've ever come across.
Dont be a baby, he seems legit.
But seriously, holy hell. How does he make a living if he comes across that sleazy at first glance?
Salespeople are a special breed.
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Jewelry in general seems like the biggest rip-off ever. Paying hundreds or thousands of dollars for something just because it sparkles? Seriously? I will just never get it, it seems like a bigger sham than Monster Cables. I know us men buy some useless crap, but nobody will ever convince me a piece of jewelry is as useful as that HDTV or new computer.
And what's with that idea that we have to spend 2 times our monthly salary for an engagement or apparently we are poo-pooed by society? Who came up with that formula, DeBeers Marketing Dept? And then you have to buy another one that is actually the real ring?
Actually, that's exactly who came up with it. And they suggest 3 times your monthly salary.
Upside of the downturn? Can get away with buying a smaller ring...
