Here in Maricopa County, Arizona, the weather is usually pretty warm. Even in the winter, average temps hover in the 70’s. Rarely, if ever, does it snow, and when it does, it usually melts before it hits the ground or shortly thereafter. Which got Stella to thinking. Since she doesn’t live in Philly any more, …
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Ditch the Run Flats
A long time ago I suggested that, when it comes time to get tires, that you skip getting run flats and go with a normal tire. Improved ride and handling, plus they are cheaper. I still think that is the way to go. Pictured is the Pirelli Eufori@ Run Flat and it costs $US205 from …
Earth to the Moon
The distance between the moon and the Earth varies from around 356,400 km to 406,700 km at the extreme perigees (closest) and apogees (farthest). On 19 March 2011, it was closer to the earth while at full phase than it has been since 1993.[87] Reported as a "super moon", this closest point coincides within an …
Alternator #2
The last time we spoke about an alternator was way back in November of ’08, right after I turned 200,000 miles on the odometer. Fast forward to the number you see above. 251,972. Subtract about 20 miles from that and rewind back in time to 7/26/11. That’s when the unit actually went out. It was …
Build Your Own Coupe
Why not, I did. BRG II with Black Roof. And I really love those wheels! Interior looks something like this. Classy, right? Oh yea, because it’s how I roll, this is configured as a Cooper, price is $31,000US. Cooper S came to $32,500. If wishing made it so. Go on, do some wishing of your …