Tirefryr

So a certain speaker reseller has an 8 pack of 12s on sale for $100. I emailed them for a shipping quote and this is the response I get. [email protected] Mar 21 (2 days ago) to me they go in two separate cartons 45 pounds each carton you can check the rates and see for yourself.Quoting tirefryr <[email protected]>:

Shit I forgot about that. To add to that, do not confuse that old Morel USA with being products made in the USA.

The first part is why I too feel that giving to charity is selfish. This is mostly for the sake of discussion but IMO a lot of things we do have a selfish reason behind them. If you take it to the extreme, even helping somebody has some selfishness behind it, since there is a feel-good sensation to it or at some point the favor will be returned. You've never met a genuine selfless person then.

You're misreading what I am typing. I stated I don't want recognition, nor do I car whether they appreciate it or not. The point is not for someone to appreciate or be thankful of the charity, rather to use the charity to help them in whatever capacity they need. THAT is the point. Not self gratification. Everyone is wired differently. Not all people need or want materials, money, recognition, etc. . . Some people just like to work hard just to work hard. Some people like to give with no need to receive. Alternatively there are people who expect something for nothing, or lazy people whom think they are busting their ass and deserve far more than their worth. Life is not fair, the universe is not balanced, we are NOT created equal, hard work and dedication does not always pay off, and some people are just born with a shitty life.

BTW, you are NOT pissing me off. I respect you AND your opinion and feelings whether I agree with them or not.

It's all in the mentality. I look at the Lambo and think, while it would be nice, I could have several nice cars and left over money to donate to those in need.Do you really believe that? I have never in my life met someone with that mentality.I have given the Matt challenge to countless people and never has anyone taken all their next raises and donated to those in need. I have had a couple guys swing at me after I made that challenge though. I didn't say all of it.I really am NOT a fan of money or material posessions. I like my fast cars and music and that's about it. As long as my son is comfortable, that's all that matters to me. If I have leftover money and it won't hurt my financial stability, I donate to those who need it. In the case of a wad of money like the Lambo, indeed that would be what I would do. If I ever win the lottery, half of the money will immediately go to charity. There's no need for a huge house, bunch of cars, expensive clothes, etc. . . Nope, no need. But it gives your kids the highest chance at success. And you giving money to charity is different. You picked something YOU beleive in. That is still selfish. Leaving it on the table is what I am talking about. Like I said, this discussion only leads to me pissing off people. You are a good guy though. I feel it nesicarry to say I beleive in charity and work in/for a bunch and have donated more time than some people will ever work. I just won't donate money, and often time, unless the benefactors can see my face. I don't want credit, I want them to know that what they have been given goes from a real persons hand and heart to them. It makes a much bigger impact for them and for me. I feel the opposite. I understand your point and can agree with it to an extent. I don't care whether what I give is appreciated or not and I don't get any satssfaction from it, nor do I want any recognition. I just feel it's a part of life. Like out parents raising us properly and teaching life's lessons, we should give what we can to others, whether it be money, time, goods, or wisdom. We should do it without a return. As for me giving money to charity, I don't necessarily give it to a certain group at a time. Some times I do, some times it's as simple as dropping a 20 in a hobo's lap. I can't wrap my head around your comment that giving anything away is selfish in any right, but that's how you feel, and that's fine. Money to me, in general, IS the root of all evil. Greed is consuming man kind; it's been the downfall of man kind in my eyes. Look at the people whom live simple lives. Their happiness is unfathomable to many of us. We ponder their joy in such simplicity. I don't base happiness or success on money or material posessions. A homeless man on the street can be just as successful as Bill Gates to me. It's all subjective.

Now, on to an important subject. Sean, I need some new cookie or baking sheets. I normally buy cheap shit and throw it away and buy new again every couple years. I'm done with that. What do you recommend? This is just normal oven roasting, and I usually use parchment paper to ease cleanup.

Personally, i don't like it.

I want to know what makes them think their drivers are worth the exhorbent price in relation to other drivers on the market with the same capabilities for a fraction of the price. I don't see the value.

Yeah, I wouldn't push a Grizzly in a corner. The independent rear suspension is really not conducive to laying it out. They pitch too much and are terribly unpredictable. Bikes are too much work for this old man. I'll ride my son's for an hour and I am exhausted. Didn't you just get done complaining about GM's cheap interiors? Infinity interiors fall apart all the damn time. Sure, they wrap the plastic, but who cares when the shit is falling down? Yeah, but aside from the one M45 I drove, I have no experience with their interiors. The one I drove felt nice and tight. 12oK miles and it was rattle-free.

Yeah, the Ethos is OK, but IMO it is way overpriced. For similar money you can get the Autel Maxidas, which is a much more powerful device. Thanks!

It's all in the mentality. I look at the Lambo and think, while it would be nice, I could have several nice cars and left over money to donate to those in need.Do you really believe that? I have never in my life met someone with that mentality. I have given the Matt challenge to countless people and never has anyone taken all their next raises and donated to those in need. I have had a couple guys swing at me after I made that challenge though. I didn't say all of it. I really am NOT a fan of money or material posessions. I like my fast cars and music and that's about it. As long as my son is comfortable, that's all that matters to me. If I have leftover money and it won't hurt my financial stability, I donate to those who need it. In the case of a wad of money like the Lambo, indeed that would be what I would do. If I ever win the lottery, half of the money will immediately go to charity. There's no need for a huge house, bunch of cars, expensive clothes, etc. . .

As long as they are fed the same signal, no issues.

Not so riced out and ugly wheels though.

I've had a recent affinity for an Infiniti.

I think they look great, along with the TB SS, and a built LS would make for fun. The TBs aren't too bad aside from the typical cheap GM interior.

It's all in the mentality. I look at the Lambo and think, while it would be nice, I could have several nice cars and left over money to donate to those in need.

Seth, do you have any experience with the Ethos scanners? I am looking for something cheap(er) to replace my MT2500. I just need OBDII scan, clear, movie, simple tests and maybe ABS pump bleed capability.

That is freaky! Are you taking any anti-depressants?

It was me. Mine broke this morning, so I flew out there grabbed some sun, and your wipers, and flew back here in time for the flurries. Fucking snow.

Another good choice.

Pop rivets? Stainless self piercing, 3/16" ones. Hell on drill bits. Cobalt/Ti or bust I guess. Thought maybe there was a trick If you have a steady hand, you can always grind the heads off as well.