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allhorizon Posts: 483"but my experience with the last gen VW gti doesn't have me confident the car will be tuned like the euro one."
I don't think lack of Euro tuning was a problem with the previous GTI(s). Except for the RS32, lately they just were heavy with mediocre performance and outdated suspension.
"Maybe VW is finally willing to give us decent handling again."
All (international) reviews I have read indicate that the completely redesigned suspension (and finally, independent rear), increased rigidity, and the torquey TFSI make a convincing package.
Now all I have to decide between is a 4-door GTI (if available in the US), a Golf with the TFSI and sport suspension, or the A3 (if available with quattro and TFSI). I would also seriously consider a 140-170hp TDI. -
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allhorizon Posts: 483"Yeah, there will be a 4-door GTI, but it will be the GLI."
Thank you, but no thank you. I like hatches and wagons. Rumors from a source close to VWoA have it that there will be a 4-door GTI this time in the US (like in Europe) - probably a higher chance than the regular Golf getting the 2.0 TFSI engine as an option.
A beefy (140-170hp) TDI would be nice, too, especially with AWD.
I would have to see both of them in person; the GTI looks sharp, but I don't want the boy-racer look. Also, I am concerned with ground clearance where I live, although my daily route with 1/2 the drive through the twisties would make a sport suspension fun.
This is why the Forester XT (perhaps lowered and with stronger rear sway bar) is also still in the running for me. -
creakid1 Posts: 2,032How about this... Who cares about GTI's higher cornering g-force. The Golf/Jetta lost the steering feel since after the MkIII.
http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/u/r0a9f0811324f75a7t/previews/56439/vw_golf_gt_fsi_4motion.ht- ml
Oops, not sure if it'll make it here. -
allhorizon Posts: 483The article you mention tests the non-turbo 2.0 FSI that is currently not available in the US and may never make it here. It also emphasizes the difference between the AWD and non-AWD Golf versions - non of them GTIs.
FWIW, I have read more than 10 reviews of the new electro-mechanical steering in the A3/ Golf/GTI/Jetta, and have yet to come by one that is not decidedly enthusiastic about it.
See your nearest Audi/VW dealer for a test drive. -
mz3b Posts: 13You know? Mazda3 has the potential to be the best compact car on the planet. Sure you're going to get nit-wits griping that the brakes arent big enough, or its not snappy enough, or the rearview mirrors are too ugly, or the windshield washers are misplaced. The fact is, for the money, its the best buy, period. I shopped for compacts and this car just took the cake. I compared prices, performance, looks, and economy. Hard to judge reliability on a car that has only been out a month before I bought it. I took a chance. To me, everything else was just average for the same money. The MZ3 struck me as being well above average.
Now on to the MAZDASPEED3. Mazda has the potential to provide a car that can whipe the street with the competition. I mean the total package. Looks, performance, reliability, economy, safety, you name it. I hope they don't drop the ball here though. The ultimate test for Mazda is to stuff a [non-permissible content removed] ton of horsepower in this car and also design a drive train and suspension to harness it. Thats the key. Straight line, cornering, the whole nine yards. They are going to have to do their homework in order to make it affordable too. I am confident they can get it done. And when they do you can kiss your WRX's (which are the ugliest cars with a Porsche engine on the planet), Golfs, 'yota's, and whatever else good bye.
I know some of you are saying "there is no market for a pocket rocket" and "Mazda needs to build a solid reputation again before going out on a limb with the Speed3 by focusing on where the markets lie" blah blah blah......Well here is Mazda's chance to break the mold and set trends.
This car is already setting trends, though. Note the headlight bezels on the new toyota camrys. The front end of the new Acura's (I dont know the models off hand but you can picture them). You get my drift. Wait and see......this is THE next compact. -
mz3b Posts: 131987 VW Golf GT - 624,000 miles
1975 VW Scirocco - 250,000 miles
After how many engine swaps?? My bud owns a jetta. He just puked an engine....and he drives it really gentle like......I dont know for sure but I'm guessing he had under 100K on it. It was cracked up in the nose, he did the cosmetics on it......got it really cheap. Now he knows why.
Also VW's are just average. Mazda's are above average.
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mz3b Posts: 13I agree with the AWD. I would spring the extra cash for it. I wouldnt care about the extra weight either. The extra horsepower will compensate. Also it depends how drastic Mazda wants to get but things can be done to cut weight. Aftermarket goodies like body panels, etc.
Bring on the MZ-Speed3!
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mz3b Posts: 13Bottom line: There is more to a "hot hatch" than 0-60 times, horsepower ratings and skidpad ratings - the key to the GTI is its overall balance...
You dont think Mazda knows this?? We shall see what tomorrow brings. I have a feeling though that the GTI is going to take a back seat to the trend setting MZ3 about to knock the Golf off balance and off the charts...
Just a side note. I work with a guy who has a VR32 or whatever that GTI Golf clown car is. It pushes 250 Hp with the intake and chip (6 speed manual, 18" dubs, all that jazz and some rear suspension mods). He said in a straight line its pissa' but the RX8 eats it up in the corners (his wife has an RX8). I know, different classes of cars but a testament to Mazda's overall handling characteristics. Also a really short wheelbased Golf with suspension mods should be somewhat comparable to a larger wheelbased RX8, dont 'cha find?? -
blueguydotcom Posts: 6,257The R32 is the last gen GTI.
The next get one comes with an IRS and it's far lighter than thr MkIV.
I'm actually quite interested in the GTI 2.0 DSG as it's a sub 3000 lbs car and it's got one of the best engines around (I actually prefer that 2.0 to my 330i's inline 6). And that DSG is sensational. I've only driven an A3 DSG but even that car had me excited and delighted.
Imagining that same engine on a much lighter, lower, more nimble GTI...yummy. And the tuners out there always can tweak Veedub turbos for more power. Great handling, awesome engine, super gas mileage, uncannily smooth DSG and of course an exceptional VW cockpit all grab my attention.
We'll see what the info is coming out for the Mazdaspeed3. I'm not totally sold on the interior v. VW. And the engine and its economy worry me too as my Protege ES Mt5) can slurp gas when I'm really flogging the little beast. On the flip side, mazdas are bulletproof (in my 15 years of experience with them) and VWs are prone to major breakdowns (experience and the record).
I won't declare one has me over the other but I must say on paper the DSG equipped GTI has me more interested now. Reliability be damned. -
creakid1 Posts: 2,032"He said in a straight line its pissa' but the RX8 eats it up in the corners (his wife has an RX8). I know, different classes of cars but a testament to Mazda's overall handling characteristics. Also a really short wheelbased Golf with suspension mods should be somewhat comparable to a larger wheelbased RX8, dont 'cha find??"
No way! After being educated by the "all you can test drive" in the two MazdaRevItUp events, I'd stay away from heavy front overhang, especially Audi designs & even the 6-cyl Mazda6. You'll be surprised how the light-nose RX-8 beats even the Beemer in ride/handling compromise. Go test drive a base 16"-wheel RX-8 automatic. It'll leave you scratching your head & wonder, "Why does it ride smoother over bumps than the 3i & still out handle the 3S by a huge margin?"
If Ford can adopt the Volvo platform for the Five Hundred, then the RX-8 chassis should be donated as Ford/Mazda's next Lexus-IS-&-Beemer-beater roomy sedan. So far, only the next Miata shares that chassis. -
600kgolfgt Posts: 6901975 Scirocco - Original engine
1987 Golf GT - 1 engine/transmission swap at 429,000 miles.
Any questions?
Contrary to the majority of drivers today - I actually MAINTAIN my vehicle. All of these drivers in their "tuned" cars know everything about adding on the latest turbos, suspensions, spoilers, etc., but know little about properly maintaining their cars for the long haul.
Drive whatever you want, dude - and have fun with your zoom-zoom. All I know is I have the background and experience (in mechanics and engineering) to make your own car last longer than the average driver will . My record speaks for itself (4 cars in 25+ years of driving)... :shades:
B.T.W. - I left the "my car is better than your car" argument back in the schoolyard many years ago.... What may be good for me may not be good for you - and vice-versa.
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mz3b Posts: 13It'll leave you scratching your head & wonder, "Why does it ride smoother over bumps than the 3i & still out handle the 3S by a huge margin?"
Again, as I said before, a testament to Mazda's handling charactaristics.
Also I would hardly call a Golf heavy. You brought up Audi, I was talking VW Jiblets. -
creakid1 Posts: 2,032"If Ford/Mazda/Volvo is building cars for the European market, they will also have to comply with the new regulations concerning pedestrian-friendly car design - which means we may be seeing a lot more long-nosed car designs in the future - unfortunately..."
Long nose, yes, but the nose will be empty & "airbag" light, so won't hurt the handling. Check out my profile & see why my empty rear overhang (spare tire located far forward) allows each oversteer be brought back instantly.
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creakid1 Posts: 2,032" 'It'll leave you scratching your head & wonder, "Why does it ride smoother over bumps than the 3i & still out handle the 3S by a huge margin?" '
Again, as I said before, a testament to Mazda's handling charactaristics."
I was saying FWD cars usually need to place the engine-weight ahead of the front axle in order to keep the traction when going up hill on slippery surface, hence hurts the handling. So neither the Golf nor the Mazda3 can match a RWD RX-8's handling, especially w/ a light rotary located way aft. Why do you think the RX-8 has to drive the rear wheels? Obviously its weak-toque engine can't jack-rabbit launch the car forward w/ the rear wheels spinning. -
600kgolfgt Posts: 690>Thats what warantees are for Einstein. If it pukes, they'll fix it.
What's with the personal attacks and arrogance? I'm trying to participate in a mature, rational dialogue, and you resort to personal attacks. If you want to have a discussion like an adult, then I'll be more than happy to continue. If not, then I don't see any point in continuing the discussion...
Enjoy feeding your ego with your Mazda, dude... -
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biggus3 Posts: 32Not to get off subject, but I think you need to take it easy. This is a comparison discussion that is bound to have conflicting opinions. There are a lot of people here who are really into their particular vehicle, Mazda or VW. That is bound to lead to controversy/argument. You can take your moral high ground, but if you cant take a little heat please avoid belittling those below you who dont mind a little friendly bickering.
600kgolfgt Posts: 690Agreed. But there is a BIG difference between a friendly discussion/argument and a personal attack - especially when said poster doesn't even know me. Now tell me if this isn't an example of a personal attack:
>Thats what warantees are for Einstein. If it pukes, they'll fix it.
As far as the taking it easy comment, your intentions are good, but your comments are pointed in the wrong direction.
BTW - As a military veteran who has been in more than his share of hotspots, I know a little something about taking heat... And believe me, when push comes to shove, I can dish out a hell of a lot of heat. But I prefer not to. There's enough conflict going on in the world as it is...
Believe me, I would much rather spend my time using my 20+ years of experience with cars (especially VWs) to help people than to take potshots at them. -
z71bill Posts: 2,000I have never owned a VW - so I can't comment about them - but Mazda does not stand behind their cars - they in fact do not honor their warranty.
My car has been puking its guts out for over a year - more than 12 trips into the dealership for (what should be) warranty problems.
But my brakes still make loud grinding noises when I stop, my AC system is still a defective piece of junk, loud thumping sounds are still coming from my front end when I hit little bumps in the road - all normal conditions according to Mazda.
A warranty is only as good as the company that is standing behind it - and in Mazda's case - that is not very good. -
mdaffron Posts: 4,421Let's agree to disagree. Bill has gotten himself a lemon, and he is one of the few. I own a 2005 Mazda3 5-door and the a/c is flawless, my brakes do not grind, there are no strange thumping noises, etc. And most of the owners over on the Mazda3 Problems & Solutions discussion have told Bill the same story.
Also, I owned a Mazda B2300 pickup truck back in the late '90s and Mazda helped me immensely when that truck's engine went south about two years into ownership.
As always, people's mileage varies on this subject. But I don't think a blanket "Mazda does not stand behind their cars" is fair here. I'm 40 years old and unless I was just plain stupid, I would not have just purchased my sixth new Mazda vehicle if Bill's allegations were true across-the-board.
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blueguydotcom Posts: 6,257My car has been puking its guts out for over a year - more than 12 trips into the dealership for (what should be) warranty problems.
Go to a different dealer.
But my brakes still make loud grinding noises when I stop, my AC system is still a defective piece of junk, loud thumping sounds are still coming from my front end when I hit little bumps in the road - all normal conditions according to Mazda.
A warranty is only as good as the company that is standing behind it - and in Mazda's case - that is not very good.
Owned mazdas for 15 years. Never had an issue. Luck of the draw?
Owned VW, had major issues. Still I'll consider going back to VW. I'm used to German cars being poorly engineered. Just the normal facts of life. -
mz3b Posts: 13Why is Einstein such a personal attack?? He was a real fart smella'....er I mean smart fella'
I thought that arguement didn't make any sense thats all. Neither does keeping a car for nine hundred million miles.....Hint: Let the clown car go dude.....take a snapshot of the odometer and stick it to your fridge or something.
Me.....I'll always have a relatively new car after buying new which means I'l l probubly always have payments....but hey, you can't take it with you when you're dead (the money that is). So I'm going to drive a drivers car and yes feed my ego. I'll leave the VWs to those who settle for average. -
Sylvia Posts: 1,636Let's keep the discussion on the vehicles and not get caught up in the personal barbs. We aren't discussing Einstein here.
Keep it civil, agree to disagree and move on.
If anyone has issues with another member's behavior, please take it up with me in email and do not derail the conversation here.
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mz3b Posts: 13Owned VW, had major issues. Still I'll consider going back to VW.
WOW......now thats a devoted VW enthusiest. I used to drive fords. Growing up I had a mustang, bronco, and a pickup. At about 40k miles the small block v8's started either burning or leaking something (usually oil). That got old fast! Granted they were strong running engines and the mustang was fast but that kind of agrivation is not what I want in a vehicle. I then had a Nissan pick up with the SE V6. 160K miles and didnt burn or leak a drop of anything. I was sold from there. Now I got an 04 Mz3 and I probubly wont go back to american cars even though Ford has a hand in the Mz3. The engine and drive train is all Mazda and what a job they did on the gear box too. The truth is American cars blow. Even the new caddies are cheaply made (I know I used to detail them for a limosine company). Its actually pretty pathetic. Though maybe one day I will have a classic American muscle car or street rod to call my own. -
600kgolfgt Posts: 690I'll get rid of my clown car as soon as you get rid of your girlie man chick mobile. :shades:
For the record, I got rid of my Golf long ago (after I left the military - fortunately in one piece given some of the hotspots I had to serve in). I decided to grow up and now own two Jettas (2003 Wolfsburg, 1997 Trek), and a 2003 Passat. I'll leave the "live fast, die young make a pretty corpse" type driving to you and others like you... :shades: :sick:
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I'm a senior registered nursing student and our school has a pinning ceremony to mark the completion of our program. Our class contains about 20% men, equal split of black and white in both... Read More
0Dec 12, '12 by anotheroneI would show up without it and if not allowed to participate do be it. after passing school and the nclex i would tell them off in a nice letter or two if i wanted to. maybe some bored news tv reporter would enjoy this depending on how boring your local news is and how much of a backlash you fear getting. honestly, be prepared for this in the real world of nursing
1Dec 12, '12 by amoLuciaAs much as I am an advocate of caps, I do believe that NO ONE should be forced to wear a cap in today's standard dress code.
I'm swallowing hard as I say this as I think the difficulty here is the all-or-none cap requirement that bothers me.
Is there sexism, gender-bias or discrimination here -I doubt it. I think your poll tries to measure the wrong perspective. A better poll should have asked whether cap-wearing at your ceremony should be mandatory.
And for that I would have voted a big fat NO. And I would have supported you but for a different reason - that of freedom of choice.Orange Tree likes this. -
1Dec 12, '12 by OrcaQuote from OCNRN63This is where I stand. The issue was put to a majority vote, and unfortunately you wound up on the losing side. If you are willing to risk missing out on the public acknowledgement of your proud achievement over wearing a cap, so be it. Like many significant events in life, pinning only happens once. Bite the bullet and stand proudly with your classmates. It's not like you will ever have to wear the cap again.If this is the hill you wish to die on, go ahead. I think you got a lot of good advice from previous posters. Would you still think the ceremony was discriminatory if the vote had swung your way?Szasz_is_Right likes this.
0Dec 12, '12 by nursel56 GuideQuote from onetiredstudentMany of the schools take a hands-off approach with regard to the details of the ceremony and the financing of it, so I'm not sure this would apply under those circumstances. The time to nip it in the bud if that's what you want to do is to speak up forcefully at the beginning of that process.From another perspective: should a school that receives money from the federal government in the forms of financial aid be permitted to discriminate against a student based on sex?
5Dec 12, '12 by woohQuote from OCNRN63Her way wasn't discriminatory. It's not like there's an anatomical reason men can't wear hats. Either make EVERYONE wear the hats or don't require it.If this is the hill you wish to die on, go ahead. I think you got a lot of good advice from previous posters. Would you still think the ceremony was discriminatory if the vote had swung your way?
7Dec 12, '12 by somenurseQuote from Aurora77Sadly, as most americans who study history know, one can have a democracy which supports discrimination.How are you being discriminated against? You were admitted to the program and are now about to graduate. The class voted and the majority apparently doesn't agree with you--that's not discrimination, that's democracy.
The two things, democracy, and discrimination,
can easily go hand in hand. Happened right here in the USA for centuries. Not sure why someone thinks democracy prevents discrimination, but, it doesn't.
at all.
We also have to trust, that whoever counted up the votes, is actually telling the truth, too. which is a whole other matter.
Yes, yes, whether you love nursing caps.
whether you loathe nursing caps,
it IS discrimination to tell a female graduate with no penis, that SHE can't participate in her ceremony, unless she wears a certain hat
but, the men don't have to.
It's that simple. If the people with penises also have to wear the hat, fine! THEN it is NOT discriminatory, then it's just part of the deal, for eveyrone. But only choosing ONE gender, and forcing them to wear hats, is undeniable discrimination.
I think those who are dismissing the OP's urge to participate in her own ceremony, as no big deal,
may have forgotten how important that moment is for many graduates. Being denied the chance to have that moment,
that every nurse here remembers very well
as no big deal
might not be fair way to look at this.
I think someone earlier, who said, it should be up to each individual student, to choose, wear the lil maid hat, or not, is great idea. some will choose to, some won't.
I don't think not wearing a hat is, in any way, not respecting those who went before us. what? There are TONS of things we no longer wear, or do, that the pioneers of our field did. Doesn't mean we disrespect history by moving forward, at all. In olden days, a nurse couldn't date while in school, but, i don't think going back to that equates to "respect" for our history, any more than i think forcing someone to wear a hat if they have no penis is fair, either.
FREEDOM! Freedom for those who want to wear caps, and freedom for those who don't! YAY! THAT is best solution. Let the dudes wear hats, if they want to, too.
Denying a graduate the chance to have her moment, as she is recognized for her accomplishments,
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1Dec 12, '12 by jadelpn Guide"Because of my personal gender identification, which has nothing to do with, in my opinion, my skill as a nurse and the satisfactory completion of my studies, I respectfully decline wearing a nursing cap. I hope that I will not be discriminated against for declining".
I would bring this to adminstation. People who prefer to identify to one or another genders should not be forced to wear something that goes against that.
And as an aside, gender identification is an intensely personal matter, and nothing that you need to "explain" beyond your comfort level.anotherone likes this. -
2Dec 12, '12 by jadelpn GuideQuote from onetiredstudentNo they should not. And there's many a feminst person who would say so. And there are transgender nursing students. This is not just about "wearing a cap" this is a belief system and/or a gender identification issue. And discriminates a belief.From another perspective: should a school that receives money from the federal government in the forms of financial aid be permitted to discriminate against a student based on sex?Guttercat and anotherone like this.
6Dec 12, '12 by brillohead, ADN, RNHow about putting forth another vote to the class:
"Should all females be REQUIRED to wear the cap in order to participate in the pinning ceremony?"
I imagine that most people were voting for their PERSONAL preference, without realizing that it would be considered mandatory for everyone else as well. If it's a "vote of the majority" that the department is claiming has the power, put together a vote and see how the majority feels about it.


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I have been gone for a few months, but I'm back now. I had to have major reconstructive surgery on my left hand, and while in recovery I had a severe reaction to my antibiotic/pain med and had to be hospitalized for a week. After I started to feel better, my grandmother (who is the dearest person in the world to me) suffered a series of strokes. I went to my hometown as soon as I could and spent time with her there. It was frightening for a while, but she's alright. We are extremely blessed that she made it through with only slight paralysis of her left arm. Ironically, that is the arm that I broke, so we have been doing the same physical therapy exercises!
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I did a Google search on this (I wouldn't mind getting hold of a package like that myself). I couldn't find anything much, even using an advanced search.
You can get packages for printing CD/DVD envelopes and jewel case sleeves. Someone made the point in another forum that if you stick a label directly onto a CD it could make it a bit unbalanced.
You could use Scribus (GPL'd desktop publishing package) ... other than that I think you might have found a gap in the market.
PS: Look at this too http://sourceforge.net/projects/gtkcdlabelI am always doing that which I can not do, in order that I may learn how to do it. - Pablo Picasso
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Well, I have crossover office installed and I installed a windoze program called Acoustica CD/DVD Label Maker and it works ok, but is a little "sticky" and slow, but not enough for me to dump the whole program altogether. I can deal with its short-comings on this linux box.
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If you're keeping the discs for long term storage, scrap the idea of labeling them. The chemicals in the adhesives degrade the ink and foil, leading to data degradation, and eventually complete destruction of your info in a very short period of time. I've read reports of under 6 months for the damage to occur.
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The New York Times tells us that the ongoing political crackdown in America's Terror War ally Kyrgyzstan is an example of the difficult "challenge" faced by the Obama administration as it seeks to "balance" its strategic needs with its "concerns" for human rights. In a recent description of challenges to his administration, he put the word "freedom" in first place. Is he concerned that the Kyrgyz have too much of it? Accounts like the one above suggest that he's out to give "freedom" a good, sound thrashing. So how does the United States react? Since early 2002, the Kyrgyz Republic has had an important position in Washington's view—it is home to Ganci Air Force Base. And maintaining that military installation has been the alpha and omega of U.S.-Kyrgyz relations. The collapse of the nation's nascent democracy hardly seems to be given a second thought.
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When Shashank was taken to meet IndiaÆs world-renowned flutist, Mali, the artist was so moved that he gave his own flute to the boy. Mali advised him that he should study only vocal music and be allowed to develop his own style. Shashank was not exposed to the styles of other flutists or otherwise instructed in flute-playing technique.
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The democrat provides examples of what he considers irresponsible reporting that serves to propagate myths and intensify citizens' mistrust of government. Cohen refers to on-air claims made by Ventura regarding legislation Cohen co-sponsored, and the congressman calls for truTV network owners TBS and Time Warner to be held responsible for Ventura's statements.
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This is a nice group of rarely seen auger bits in 8 different sizes 4,5,8,9,10,12,13& 16/16ths and one extra No. 4/16" bit. Basically similar to the Russell Jennings type sprial, with double spurs (over and under the cutting edge on all except the No. 5,8,10/16" only which have the under spur only) and double cutting edges, with a more course thread type lead screw like the R. Jennings type. Each is marked "PASSAIC" on the shank, some have a size stamped on them. Some spur wear on a few, otherwise, sharp, ready to use, no rust, in nice shape. We have several antique auger bits for sale at this website. Several complete sets, and some partial sets like this one or singles.
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gerstch Posts: 9Hi, hoping someone can help.... I have a 2005 C55 AMG and today started up the car and noticed all my speakers are completely distorted, all sound like when you "blow them" like when you turn them up too high. Checked the fader and balance and all of them are distorted -
About 2 months ago I noticed the left front base - door - speaker was blown and was just going to go to an audio shop to get that pair replaced when this happened.
I never turn the radio up beyond normal "speech" levels and no other problems except a SRS airbag sensor warning that I am getting fixed in a week.
Any ideas? Is this a warrenty issue? Do you think they will try to weasel out of this and say I turned up the radio too high? I have the nav system with the upgrade audo by the way.
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jrct9454 Posts: 2,363They may not be "blown" - remember that the connections here are handled by a fiber-optic bus - all the more reason to take it to a dealer and get a proper diagnosis. Yes, it should be covered under warranty, assuming you haven't hit the 50k mark.
When you take it in, avoid talking at ALL about volumes and blown speakers - just focus on the distortion and tell them to fix it. I am predicting that it is in the "network", not an actual speaker problem. Let us know what they find... -
gerstch Posts: 9Good advice - it wasn't the speakers at all - I jumped in my car this morning and much to my surprise they all sound great again - including the one that sounded bad for two months. I don't know much about audio systems anymore, but it is strange that the problem would come on and then go away completely like that (at least strange to me!)
Really weird. I'll see if it happens again and if so will have them look at it when it is in the shop next week. -
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neskier Posts: 6I have a 2002 C-240 with manual transmission. The car has been great for all 115K miles so far (lots of highway driving). It has never let me down with handling, emergency stops, starting, etc. However, I have developed a couple of small problems.
My Current problems:
1. AC Vents. The Vent control system seems to have a mind of its own at start up and fluctuates between floor and defrost about 7 times and then settles wherever it feels like that day. Usually it settles towards the defrost vents and then forces my feet to freeze. Trying to manually adjust the vent position (turn off "Auto" and using the right control knob, works for all positions but the floor vents. Rarely, I can trick it to opening the floor vents and then I keep it that way. I suspect an intermittently working vent opening actuator or something? I could just imagine the smile on the service advisor's face when he tells me how much diagnostics alone could cost so I am trying to avoid that at this point.
2. I have noticed "thumping" noises coming from the front suspension. I used to think it was the sway bar links, but I had them replaced and that did not solve the problem. It sounds like maybe the control arm ball joint linkages or something is loose? I would imagine every high mileage C has this problem?
Otherwise the car has been good. I have noticed that bulbs do get used up quite quickly, but replacing a $3 bulb every year or so is no big deal. Just don't pay MB $60 to do it!
I would appreciate any help on the AC Vent issue. It is an interesting one! -
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lawman1967 Posts: 314You aren't kidding. I bought kmy 2001 C240 a little over a month ago and have replaced both headlamp bulbs, both brakelight bulbs (one went out, the other had a dark spot on it) and both side marker lights. I'm just happy that I've not replaced the same bulb twice, so I'll challk it up to this car just going through them quickly.
Electrical gremlins seem par for the course with the C, at least the 2001 models, but otherwise this is simply an amazing car to drive. -
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dvavvas Posts: 11The AC vent issue happened to mine while 1 year old. it is a broken actuator. It was under warranty and i got charged nothing. Basically, the actuator is broken and the computer program tries several times to open it, It defaults to the defrost. I do not know how much they will charge for you outside the warranty. Most of the cost is LAbor, the actuator is reallly cheap.
jrct9454 Posts: 2,363The Service Bulletin is P-C-42.45.23F - the codes set should be C1140 and/or C1145. The bulletin involves a wiring harness update, with two sets of parts listed:
1 each part number 203-540-47-33 Cable, and
3 each part number 001-546-99-41 Cable Connectors.
These are applied to the ESP Control Module.
The dealer who did the work had to order the connectors, which were delivered overnight by the parts distributor.
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bostonjake Posts: 3My wife has a 2005 C320 all wheel with nav -- the audio system completely dies every month or so for between an hour and 36 hours. When it comes alive again, it works fine until the next "outage"
Note: All audio: radio, cd, nav, and phone through speakers do not work when this happens.
The dealer has been unable to diagnose the problem - would appreciate hearing from others who have had this problem. -
badbenz1 Posts: 2Repeated pulling to right. Keep taking back to dealership. Wheel and tire problems that is cosing me to much money and time Major problems with Michelin pilot sport tires. Flats. Splits in sidewalls. Replaced front tires twice, wheels twice, back tires at 12,000 miles. A nightmare.
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ldiamond Posts: 2I have a 2005 C320 and have had similar problems as your wife's. I have had this car for over a year, and it has happened several times during this time frame. I have a nav. system. The dealer has replaced the CD changer as their fix, but the problem continued with the audio going out every so often. It only comes back after I let the car sit for awhile. The dealer tells me they have to see the problem in person in order to attempt a diagnosis. I have noticed the cd changer doesnt show up on the screen when the problem is occurring. Lately, my speakers sounded like they were all staticcy during any audio source attempt. Again, the problem went away the next time I got in the car.
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pheimes Posts: 7I just filled up my '05 C230 Kompressor, I selected premium, but the pump "switched" me over to regular fuel! Now I have a FULL tank of regular fuel instead of premium. I called my local MB dealership and they told me it won't matter, but I'm afraid it'll cause some damage to the engine. Any advice? Should I drain my tank? Please help! Thanks!
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mikephuvie Posts: 3Bought my new 2002 C320 in Nov of 2001. Jan 2, 2006 could not start car, AAA jumped start. Back to Sears to check the replaced battery, battery good. Jan 14 again battery went dead, AAA jumped start on Jan 16, same day took the car to Russnak in Pasadena CA, DRIVER SIDE power seat control bad, draw 1100 mmamp. Total cost of repair $580. February 26, again, battery dead. AAA jumped start on Feb. 28, took the car to Russnak again, this time the advisor said, PASSENGER SIDE control bad (drawing 1300mmamp - normal 35-50 mmamp), picked the car up on Mar 1, $640. Over $1200 in five weeks, car has about 70,000 miles. So far so good, but I am not sure if the problem is fixed. Many problems during the last four years but no expense - under warranty. My first MBZ nine years ago, C280 also lots of problems. Next car may not be a MBZ, will post again if problem not fixed.
bluebloodbenz Posts: 2Just want to let you know that i bought two 2005 c230K in July of last year(05)and noticed that i have been experiencing the same problem (repeats pulling to right). One has 57k and the other has 10k. I have taken it back to dealership and they have aligned one twice and i still experiencing the same issue. The third time that i took it in they said that it was fine, but it's not. The dealer that i bought it from is ready to put me in another but it will cost me. What was your out come?
I am also about to write a letter to MB Corp. to report the issue.
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mikephuvie Posts: 3Update from my earlier post, after spending $1300 and picked up my car on Mar 1, this morning, March 11th, the car again would not start. Battery did not have enough juice to start the car. By tomorrow, the battery should be completely dead and I would have to jump start it again on Monday and tak it back to dealer for the third time. Will update when available.
cdnpinhead Forest Lakes, AZPosts: 3,329Thank you for your report.
This is why I monitor this board.
Until a few months ago, I wouldn't have thought that I would be caught dead in a Mercedes board, let alone the car, but I learned that they still produce a series of performance sedans with manual transmissions.
Having a manual transmission in a car that won't run is of limited value.
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By Chris Richards
Bluegrass ain't dead. Not according to No Speed Limit, a young progressive bluegrass troupe from Southwest Virginia. A majority of the band's members are in their 20s -- singer Amber Collins is all of 21-years-old.
With the group performing on the Music from the Crooked Road tour (visiting Center Stage in Reston Thursday and Lisner Auditorium in Washington on Friday), Click Track spoke with Collins about the future of the genre.
Washington used to be considered a hotbed for bluegrass music but now there's a perception that the music is dying. Have you picked up on this?
Actually, whenever we've come to Northern Virginia or the D.C. area or Maryland it always seems to be a little more popular up here than it is down where we're at. I think it's just that people up here aren't as spoiled with music as we are at home. At home, everyone makes their own music so they don't always come out to watch someone else make it.
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What drew you to bluegrass as a teen instead of pop, rock or even country music?
Well, we're in a rural area. Everyone is into some kind of acoustic music. And of course we all grew up trying to play and sing. And of course we want to do something that's kind of true to what you grew up Something that's true and genuine. There are certain personalities that fit the music. Ours do.
Were your parents into bluegrass?
Mine weren't. I actually didn't get into bluegrass until i was 14. And the only reason I did was because of a boy. [laughs]
Have you noticed a generation gap in your fanbase? Do you guys have fans your age?
We do! It's kind of spread out, though... The younger crowd is typically not from our area. We catch people up here and we've got some people in Philadelphia. The guys that are our age are usually not from Southwest Virginia.
What's the ratio of younger fans to older?
We play some progressive 'grass. So I'd say it's about fifty-fifty.
Do you think bluegrass can thrive in the digital age? And if so, how?
I think a lot of the musicians are going to have to realize that there's nothing wrong with getting on stage and plugging your instruments in. It's a matter of putting your songs on iTunes and approving MP3 downloads. It's about getting on MySpace and Facebook and pushing your music yourself, to a certain extent.
And bluegrass musicians are resistant to that? How come?
Because it's relatively new. This genre of music hasn't had to use [the internet] before. This genre of music kind of travels itself. Most bands are kind of spread out and you just start playing jams and your name spreads by word of mouth... But now we're all in this huge competition because we're all on Facebook and everyone wants more fans than each other. You actually have to get on there. You have to show yourself to people. You can't just lay back and play what you've always known and wait for someone to come to you.
How are you doing in this competition?
Well, our fan page has only been up for about two weeks so we're kind of behind in the game! [laughs]
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