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IllSic_Design · 03-31-2021, 06:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Gregrobin

Thanks for the feedback, I feel silly doing it as well because mine is an automatic. When I shared that with him he said don't be.

He also said they put an experienced volunteer driver in the passenger seat in the beginning, he volunteers to do this.

Congrats and lol don't be silly, there are plenty of automatics at track days

bucketfoot · 03-31-2021, 06:43 PM

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Originally Posted by jmg

If it moves when you gas it, and it stops when you brake, then you can track it!

Exactly, I tracked my X1 for 5 years and never got anything but positive attention. I even brought one of my daughters out in my wife's old 2002 Camry.

Bottom line is racers don't care what you drive and especially love seeing non-typical vehicles out there!

IllSic_Design · 03-31-2021, 06:59 PM

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Originally Posted by bucketfoot

Exactly, I tracked my X1 for 5 years and never got anything but positive attention. I even brought one of my daughters out in my wife's old 2002 Camry.

Bottom line is racers don't care what you drive and especially love seeing non-typical vehicles out there!

Yeah there has been newer Honda Accords and other random cars at the last few track days I went to

Buug959 · 03-31-2021, 07:34 PM

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Originally Posted by jmg

If it moves when you gas it, and it stops when you brake, then you can track it!

The last track day I went to there was my 335xi, a Dodge Viper, a BMW 135, an Ariel Atom, a 2021 Corvette, a Porsche Cayman, a Toyota GT86, a Subaru WRX, a VW Golf automatic driven by a 63 year old woman and 800hp stock car along with a bunch of other various cars with drivers of various experience. The stock car was given some solo track time because A) its closing speed on most of the other cars. B) the driver was testing something with the suspension setup. and C) the car has pretty miserable visibility from the drivers seat. At this particular track day overtaking was restricted to the start/finish straight and the back straight, and not without the driver you were overtaking acknowledging your intention with a wave out the window. Overtaking on the corners was not permitted.
I mention all this to explain that track days are very accommodating to everyone that pays the entry fee and has a roadworthy car. I highly recommend attending and driving a track day at your local track. You'll have a blast.

jmg · 03-31-2021, 07:50 PM

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Originally Posted by bucketfoot

Exactly, I tracked my X1 for 5 years and never got anything but positive attention. I even brought one of my daughters out in my wife's old 2002 Camry.

Bottom line is racers don't care what you drive and especially love seeing non-typical vehicles out there!

I saw an X5 on the track just a few weeks ago. Unfortunately it spun out into the dirt.

Gregrobin · 04-01-2021, 08:56 AM

Thanks everyone. My buddy sent me some links to read/review and suggested I meet up with him and some of his track buddies for a beer to hear their stories.

bosstones · 04-02-2021, 02:42 AM

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Originally Posted by jsanatx

Hopefully my last camera bag - Shimoda Action X

You know it won't be the last.

Turkish Pickle · 04-03-2021, 11:39 PM

I just moved in so I basically bought Ikea

I promised myself I'd get a baller desktop setup once I got a full time job, and I did - ended up reusing most parts from my now-old desktop but also got a new monitor. 34" ultrawide, 1440p, 165hz....

I'll post a picture in a bit!

King Rudi · 04-05-2021, 12:40 PM

Bought one of these standing LED strip lamps to try out. If I like it, I'll buy another and put both in the bedroom.

bimmer pleaser V2 · 04-05-2021, 01:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Josh-PA

2019 E450. My first Merc, so far very, very happy with it.

Edit: I tried 5 times to get the interior pic to not be upside down, but no luck.

welcome to "Watered Down AMG" club.

Hawkeye · 04-05-2021, 02:46 PM

New helmet to go with the new bike

Turkish Pickle · 04-05-2021, 06:08 PM

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Originally Posted by King Rudi

Bought one of these standing LED strip lamps to try out. If I like it, I'll buy another and put both in the bedroom.

Please tell me you bought it from Aliexpress.

After seeing countless ads for it on facebook for $120+ I looked it up on Aliexpress. It's literally half the price if not less... It's cool, I've been meaning to get one too, but I'm not about to pay that much when I can wait the same amount (since its all drop shipped anyway lol) and pay considerably less.

King Rudi · 04-05-2021, 06:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Turkish Pickle

Please tell me you bought it from Aliexpress.

After seeing countless ads for it on facebook for $120+ I looked it up on Aliexpress. It's literally half the price if not less... It's cool, I've been meaning to get one too, but I'm not about to pay that much when I can wait the same amount (since its all drop shipped anyway lol) and pay considerably less.

I did not buy from ali. I actually bought from amazon, I think it was $89. I did look on ebay but they were pretty much the same price as what I got. I'm still a bit skeptical when it comes to buying from ali. I am excited about my lights though. I'll post pics once I have it/them.

Turkish Pickle · 04-05-2021, 06:23 PM

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Originally Posted by King Rudi

I did not buy from ali. I actually bought from amazon, I think it was $89. I did look on ebay but they were pretty much the same price as what I got. I'm still a bit skeptical when it comes to buying from ali. I am excited about my lights though. I'll post pics once I have it/them.

Oh no way! I just checked ali - it's $40-50+60 shipping. Can you send me the link to the Amazon?

I might get two and put them next to the nightstands if it's good; i need to figure out lighting. Moved in recently so all lighting I have are the ones in the ceiling fans lol

vreihen16 · 04-05-2021, 07:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Turkish Pickle

Please tell me you bought it from Aliexpress.

My first thought upon seeing it was that it is just three aluminum extrusions attached at 90 degree angles, with a strip of programmable LED lights up the back of the tall leg. I've got a whole pile of leftover Misumi 20mm square T-slot aluminum extrusions in my scrap pile of 3D printer design experiments, and coincidentally was testing a 6-foot programmable LED strip back in February that I have no other use for. Hmmmmm.....

Dang3r · 04-06-2021, 06:03 AM

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Originally Posted by LemansE90335xi

She'll have a blast! It's a fantastic track to drive. I recommend a visit to Burg Eltz in Wierschem between Koblenz and Trier since you'll be in the area. Happy Birthday to Wifey.

She has had the blast and thanks you afterwards for you kind wishes.

Buug959 · 04-06-2021, 07:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Dang3r

She has had the blast and thanks you afterwards for you kind wishes.

That's fantastic! Or should I say "Das ist fantastisch!". I'm so glad she enjoyed it.

King Rudi · 04-06-2021, 09:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Turkish Pickle

Oh no way! I just checked ali - it's $40-50+60 shipping. Can you send me the link to the Amazon?

I might get two and put them next to the nightstands if it's good; i need to figure out lighting. Moved in recently so all lighting I have are the ones in the ceiling fans lol

Here you are sir. The price increased over night, but still isn't bad.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Here's one for $75

https://www.amazon.com/Lighting-Bedr...714156&sr=8-21

If you are still looking for simple lighting projects, I have these behind monitors and TV's. I don't really get down with the multi-colored themes, but a simple 6500k-ish hue coming from behind, adds a little something to the room. I really like mine.

https://www.amazon.com/Nexillumi-Con...7714240&sr=8-6

M_Six · 04-08-2021, 01:36 PM

Shark Cordless Vac

Just used it once, but I'm impressed. Picks up everything and is quiet as hell. Easy to use and empty. I just hope it's durable.

TiMSport · 04-08-2021, 10:41 PM

Shark is the shit man. Less expensive than the overrated Dyson IMO and their products work well. Customer service is really good too.

rebekahb · 04-08-2021, 11:32 PM

New hose holder

colorado.e9x · 04-09-2021, 12:13 AM

Those behind tv lights are great. I picked up some walmart ones for $10 and while it isn't pretty from the back it does exactly what I want it to do. Even lighting behind the TV

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