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SIBLING SUPPORT: ADWEEK's Tim Nudd notes several players from MLS NYC FC's "high-powered sister club" -- the EPL's Manchester City -- recently filmed "some nifty promos" in support of the MLS expansion team. A video recently debuted on YouTube showing players "juggling and kicking a ball back and forth, while trying not to let it hit the ground," around famous N.Y. landmarks. The idea "came from Man City's marketing team" (ADWEEK.com, 12/6).
DA COACH'S DOMINION: SPORTS ON EARTH's Dan Pompei noted ESPN analyst Mike Ditka is "earning seven figures in endorsement income." Fans can "purchase Ditka Polish sausage, Ditka Cabernet Sauvignon, Ditka cigars, Ditka flags, Ditka pens and pencils, Ditka lapel pins and Ditka bobbleheads." Depending on the time commitment, Ditka "usually commands between $30,000 and $75,000 per appearance, and his agent Steve Mandell says he could be booked every day if he wanted to be." Ditka "has cross-generational appeal" as much as anyone. Old timers "think of him as the player they wished they could be." To many of the baby boomers, he is the "most memorable coach of their lives," and even kids who "have no idea of his life story come up to him and tell him they loved him as Will Ferrell's costar" in "Kicking and Screaming" (SPORTSONEARTH.com, 12/5).
GOLDEN RULE: Golf HOFer Jack Nicklaus said of why he got back into the golf ball business, "I think part of it is part of our brand, part of it is the golf ball business. The golf ball is very confusing for somebody to walk in a place where you buy golf balls, it's very complicated." Nicklaus: "The method that we are using, selling most of the golf balls through nicklaus.com, through the Internet, is not a conventional way of doing something. ... We are able to sell a golf ball ... basically at a wholesale price" ("Morning Drive," Golf Channel, 12/5).

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If you haven't seen the Aerocart, it's a real trip. It's this bizarre hybrid wheelbarrow that has like 30 other uses. It looks really cool and would be neat to see in action. Plus, they're giving stuff away, which is always a nice bonus.
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Klein recently sent us a sample of their new Coaxial Cable Cutter and after taking it down to the basement and doing some serious slicing and dicing with our A/V wiring, we're pretty impressed with it, more than we were expecting to be.
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We really feel that a belt hook is an essential part of a nail gun, but there are still quite a few tools that don't come with one. They're also tricky too, because for it to be really useful (ie: be able to hang over 2x stock), they also have to be quite bulky, and that bulk isn't always wanted. Enter: The Pneuhook.
We heard about this on Twitter (almost 4k in followers...thanks y'all) and after checking it out, decided that it's definitely worth a mention. It's a universal rafter hook for whatever nail gun you have. Basically, it's a male/female connection with a large metal hook that goes between your gun and your hose. It falls well in the "wish I thought of that" category.
It looks pretty large, so it's not likely to go on your 23-gauge pinner. But on a framing gun or roofing gun this thing is going to work magic. It can hang off a ladder, a rafter, or a nail. There is also a hex cut-out for changing the blade on your circ saw. What we like is that when you don't need it, you can simply remove it.
They cost about $30 apiece, which seems a little high, but keep in mind that it's a small company manufacturing in the USA. Those two things put together usually make for a costlier item. The website also implies that the hooks might be made to order, so there's that too.
Anyway, go check them out at their site. There's an autoplay video there, so beware.
At Pneuhook and Amazon
Read More in: Air Tools | Benches, Stands, and Storage
So this year Paslode turns 50. We're fans of the company and think that their gas finish nailer (our review here) is just one of the most useful tools on the market.
To commemorate their semicentennial, they've release an anniversary framing gun. According to the company,
Its compact design easily fits between studs, joists and rafters. Engineered for durability, the nailer is built to withstand the toughest jobsite conditions and requires less maintenance than any other Paslode pneumatic framing nailer in history.
The 8.4-pound nailer is designed with the center of gravity close to the trigger, providing optimal balance. Refreshed with the end-user in mind, the nailer's over-molded grip delivers extra comfort and the adjustable rafter hook adds convenience while easily moving out of the way when it's not needed.
The 8.4-pound nailer is designed with the center of gravity close to the trigger, providing optimal balance. Refreshed with the end-user in mind, the nailer's over-molded grip delivers extra comfort and the adjustable rafter hook adds convenience while easily moving out of the way when it's not needed.
The cool part is that they're giving seven of these things away (one each month). To toss your name in the hat, just go to www.paslode50.com and answer a couple questions.
We skimmed the official rules and everything checks out with no bizarre Canadian rules.
Read More in: Air Tools | Distractions
On-board bit storage on a drill is like cheese on a cracker (and I'm not entirely sure what I mean when I say that). I think the point is that it's kind of essential, or at least, if it's not there then it feels like something is lacking. But the bar here is set pretty low; even the best drills only come with room for maybe one or two 1" bits. This is alright, but if you're really getting into a project, it sure would be nice to have a spot to stick a bit for pre-drilling or to have room for four or five additional bits (P1, P2, P3, R1, R2, T15, etc). So yeah, wait a minute, here comes something called the Holdsabit. It actually looks like a one of those backpacks that you put on a dog for camping, but instead of holding Alpo and whiskey, it holds bits.
Holdsabit was nice enough to send us a sample to test out and we've been playing with it for a while now and have come to our conclusions.
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Minuteman, makers of some nice, high-quality watches (check these out) have just released a new knife, the MM01K. Like all of their products, a portion of the purchase price goes to assist veterans and their families (25%).
According to the release...
[The MM01K is an] all titanium handle knife, with a 3.5 inch Elmax Steel blade coated in DLC and then tumbled to give it a black stone washed finish. What this creates is not only a fantastic looking knife, but also one that is very durable to scratches and scrapes. Because of the tumble finish, small marks and scratches will just blend in and add to the look.
We also like that the company branding is kept to a bare minimum with only the Minuteman logo showing up on the small pocket clip.
As an added bonus, if you pre-order now, you can get $54 off the purchase price. This still puts it at a bone-crunching $225, but then again, this does look like a very nice knife. Just don't lose it.
At The CGA Company
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Well, this looks like it could be pretty cool. The Striker Capsule Task Light is a small light that can take on four different configurations; headlamp, magnetic base, spring clip, or lanyard.
We've used some Striker gear over the years and have always liked what we've seen, particularly the small magnetic LED (that happens to look like a WWII naval mine).
If this new one works, it looks like it could be a solid contender for the glove box or tool bag side pocket. It's not available until June, and it will be about $25.
Press release after the jump
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In the last few years, there has been a lot of good stuff written and said about the value of blue collar work. The book Shop Class as Soulcraft and the seemingly tireless work of Mike Rowe are what immediately comes to mind. Personally, I've lived in both the blue and white collar worlds and greatly preferred the former over the latter.
Sears and Craftsman are playing their part in support of the trades by now offering vo-tech schools and students 50% off the first-time purchase of a tool set and tool storage unit. The program is called the Tech Schools and Tools Partners Discount Program for students and you can sign up here.
There's more information in the full press release (after the jump).
Read More in: Tool News
Without question our all time favorite ladder is the Little Giant Select Step (our review here). You can set it up on stairs, position it right up against a wall, or just utilize it as a standard 5,6, 7, or 8 foot step ladder. It's kinda heavy, but the innovation contained within is more than enough to off-set that.
And the good news is that the company has turned their attention towards the standard extension ladder. Just the other day we got word of something called the Little Giant Velocity 24' Extension Ladder. After a quick run-down of the features it's looking like Little Giant has solved many of the irritations associated with using a large extension ladder.
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This actually happened sometime last year and we keep meaning to mention it. Better late than never, I guess. But if you're a hardcore tool type and this is boring, old news to you...well, sorry 'bout that.
But yeah, Ridgid's new website is about a million times better than the old one. It's organized in a much better fashion and really puts a good presentation on the company's tools. We're fans of Ridgid and like the new look.
Check it out here: Ridgid.com
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2004 Dodge Stratus User Reviews
Average Ratings from 27 reviews
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Displaying 1 - 10 of 27 2004 Dodge Stratus reviews.
Dodgecoupe2 writes:
2004 Dodge Stratus R/T Coupe Review
The 3.0 does well handling the road. Responds well when driving city or highway. Good pick up. Truly is a nice sporty car. The lines are very nice.
The paint on the car is chipping!! The undercarriage is rusty.
Performs Well Holding The Road. Great Pick Up. Overall Good Sporty Car. — I do not like the paint on the Dodge bumpers. It does not hold up well at all. The dash is warping seems to be a problem with these cars. The power on this 3.0 is good the handling and response is terrific. I think the instrument cluster looks sharp lit up at night. The car has started up even in the coldest of winter days. The car feels safe when driving at high speeds performing at its best on the highway. Low road noise compared to other cars in the same class. Over all the car is dependable, Overall nice sporty car.
Primary Use: Sport/fun (spirited driving, track racing, off-roading, etc.)
Looking for a Used Stratus in your area?
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Kevin writes:
2004 Dodge Stratus R/T Coupe Review
Good milage, beautiful looks, great performance!
Should have been rear wheel drive.
American Beauty Meets Japanese Reliability! — Best car I've owned. Added Short Ram Intake, Cat- back exhaust, and paint and other minor details to add to the overall sexiness! It's so much fun to drive for a front wheel drive V6. Sport suspension rides the road like a champ. I'd recommend this car to anyone who wants a mid-level coupe!
Dustin writes:
2004 Dodge Stratus R/T Coupe Review
Great car to roll the windows down and hit the open road
Dont really have any!! haha
Great Toy!! — I love everything about this car....its a great car for a toy in the summer....performance of the car is great stock but im going to update it quite a bit in the future....build quality is great so far....i have 62,000 miles on it and the only thing that i have had to repair on it has been an exhaust leak, the appearance of it stock was good but i think what i have done to it has made it look amazing....for cost of ownership i havent really had to put money into the thing except for extras that i wanted to do....gas really isnt a problem because i only drive it on weekends during the summe.....and this car is a blast to drive.....i cant wait for what it will be like when i get the performance mods done that im wanting to do!!
Corey writes:
2004 Dodge Stratus R/T Coupe Review
Drive this car if you want a sporty car without the sporty pricetag and lower insurance.
Avoid this car if you have kids or regular backseat passengers.
Overall, It's A Fun, Stylish Car. — Performace: It accelerates well for a 3.0...not as quick as the Trailblazer or Silverado, but quick. The Braking is well, but not as great as the Trailblazer or Silverado. It handles well...I've yet to hydroplane in wet weather. Quality: The only real issue with this car is the dash materials. They do not stand up to heat well...the dash has begun to warp and come apart...looking cheap. The Chevrolets had much better choice of dash material, as well as Dodge trucks. It holds water in the floor when it rains too...or the ac leaks in the interior...not real sure. Other than that, it's a nice ride. Appearance: I'll start with the interior. It has nice styling...nice clean lines and "mood" lighting at night. The gauges go from black in the day to orange at night...which adds a nice little touch. The seats could be done a little different though. As long as this car is, if there is someone in the backseat, it is very uncomfortable for people in the front seat. The exterior is clean, but the bumpers should be made out of something other than plastic...the paint does not do well on the bumpers...it is peeling and cracking. Maybe it's a poor choice of paint? The stock 17" R/T Chrome plated wheels are nice too. All it needs is a moon roof and tinted windows. Cost: Gas mileage is very good for a "sport" car. I get about 30 mpg on the hwy and 24 mpg in the city. This ofcourse, varies by how it's driven. Maintenance as far as brakes and oil changes is normal for most sedans. Tires, however, are low profile, so they don't last very long and depending on how nice of a tire...the cost can vary from $60/tire to $200+/tire. Fairly cheap for a fun sporty car. Gas is cheaper than the Chevrolets, but lacks power and pulling abilities...obviously. lol Fun Factor: This car is fun to drive. It comes with a 7 speaker Infiniti Sound System and sounds great. It could use some subs in the trunk though if you're looking for a lot of thump. Otherwise, it hits nicely. It's stylish...and almost unique...not a lot of these on the road.
Primary Use: Sport/fun (spirited driving, track racing, off-roading, etc.)
Tadgh writes:
2004 Dodge Stratus R/T Coupe Review
fun, fast, comfortable, stylish
parts can be expensive because most of it is made by mitsubishi
I Think This Car Would Make Anybody Happy To Drive, And If You Want Speed Then Here You Go — this car over all drives really well, and if you like speed at a decent price then this car is the way to go. Maintenance is easy if you know what you are doing, and this car has real speed and fun. This car is also made by dodge, so if u dont want a import then you can buy this car.
ghostdarlin writes:
2004 Dodge Stratus Review
Sleek looking car;decent on gas
Everything else aside from the looks
Hated It-we Gave It Back To The Dealer After A Year And Told Them To Shove It! — This is a great looking car until you get down to the nitty gritty of the engine. For a newer car it was the worst-we owned it a year and the engine went on it and no matter what we did it was a POS. To fix the car it would have taken over $500 to even get it running-and still wouldn't pass emissions. Nothing short of a new engine would have made this thing run decently. It was well maintained but the build quality was horrible-wouldn't recommend this to anyone!
Primary Use: Family transportation
Chandler_Apache writes:
2004 Dodge Stratus SE Review
Cruise control and A/C
Fender and front panel attachment points-are worn or broken and thus you cannot fix by simply replacing screws.
'04 Dodge Stratus — I wanted a second car to commute and transport kids without the look of a "grocery getter." It was a salvalge and thus far no major problems that except for things that I did not maintain properly. Seem good quality, gas mileage decent, fun? Not at all but it has A/C and runs well.
Primary Use: Commuting to work
scottietek writes:
2004 Dodge Stratus SXT Coupe Review
no probloms
low to ground for us older people
Nice And Good Mpg Easy Ride. — 8 yrs of owning low maintance simple to work on, Great mpg 35hwy and handles good Always starts. easy to park . just a simple easy reliable car to get around and saving money at the gas pump too. Nice ride on long trips and a big trunk!
Kent2 writes:
2004 Dodge Stratus SXT Coupe Review
hard to get in and out of. no room. SLOW!! gas mileage was depressing. tiny engine. to heavy of a car.
Jennifer writes:
2004 Dodge Stratus SE Review
MPG and body
Good Car — slow acceraltion and a litter harder to handle steering . the body is not very durable. radio works on and off. havent had any problems under the hood. Has about 100,000 miles on it. City MPG: 20 Highway MPG: 27 Combined MPG: 22 Fuel Type: Regular Dependable family car.
Primary Use: Commuting to work
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Reviews From Other Years
1995 Dodge Stratus Reviews
A Nice Ecomonical Car, Relatively Easy To Work On.
Had this car for 2 years and put 35,000km on it. One summer it blew the water pump and timing belt. Did the head gasket at the same time. Always got me 25-30MPG in city and 40-45 MPG on the HWY. Awes... Read More
Still Workin On It...
The stratus is not a bad looking car overall but you can not judge a book by it's cover....The car handles great but lacks the power to actually take the car through the whole corner,and if i half too... Read More
1996 Dodge Stratus Reviews
1996 Dodge Stratus
MPG EPA Combined city`/ hwy. 22 city 33 highway.Driver and Passenger Front Airbags, Cloth Seating, Cruise Control, Power Steering, Tilt Steering Wheel. Pop the trunk and you'll find 15.7 cubic feet ... Read More
Dodge Gota Love It
I love this car it runs forever I have big plans for hank thats the cars name ! I bought it from a freind best 300 ever spent ! it has alot of get up and go and is fun to drive Read More
1997 Dodge Stratus Reviews
my car handels great the breaks are awesome,very good on gas and its my fav thing right now..And hell ya it's fun to drive..it has quite a bit of km but its good enough for me got for a great price th... Read More
This Model Was A Good Car In Its Prime; I Wouldn't Buy One With More Than 90,000 Miles.
My Stratus was a former rental car, which I bought at 55,000 miles in 2002. I had some transmission work done in the first year, but I could afford it then. It was a great, dependable car for eight ye... Read More
1998 Dodge Stratus Reviews
Reliable Car To Zip Around Town
I used to own a 2003 Stratus, now I own a 1998 Stratus. My 03 had a v6 and my 98 has a 4 cylinder. The 1998 gets better gas mileage, it's still comfortable up front and back...there's plenty of foot r... Read More
Good Car All Around
good car all around baught for 350 dollars had to put another 100 dollars into it for brake pads and rotors and new sticker it also needed a little rust repair on the rocker panels. the car is fun to ... Read More
1999 Dodge Stratus Reviews
Don't Bother Buying One
I only keep the car because I can fix it myself. I keep it running with minimum maintenance, having security in mind. It almost looks like this car was designed so you need to the dealership now an... Read More
Great Car
I currently own a white '99 Dodge Stratus with the 2.4L DOHC 4 cylinder engine. This is the second '99 stratus I've owner (I still have the original for a parts car). The 2.4 engine is the only Mopar... Read More


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Talking To The Experts: Clean Eating Cookbook Author Michelle Dudashby Toby Amidor, April 7th, 2013
Clean eating has been around since the 1960s but has been gaining popularity recently. Registered dietitian Michelle Dudash author of Clean Eating for Busy Families explains how simple it is to follow.
Q. Could you explain what clean eating is?


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