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All,

Is it unusual to install a refurbished alternator (I also installed a new battery), and everything works fine.  Then on day 2 of driving the Expedition, the Check Charging System warning comes back.  I took it to where I bought it, O'Reillys, and their test showed a good battery, a good starter and a bad alternator. I'm going to order from Rockauto and hopefully I'll get a good one.

Does this happen with alternators or could something else be destroying the alternator?

Thank you.

** UPDATE** I'm buying a new BOSCH. I do not recognize any of the other manufacturers on the Rockauto site, like Remy.

All,

There is a 2018 Macan S with 65K. I test drove it this past weekend. I would have a PPI done to make sure there are no major issues like bore scoring. The only hesitation is that it is a former Corporate lease car. Should leased Macan's be avoided due to suspected abuse?

Thank you.

I went to a Lexus dealership today that had a 2018 Macan S for sale, 65,000 miles. I test drove it and loved it. I'm concerned about the knocking I heard from under the hood, but more on that later. But, the sales guy was all the time trying to talk me into a used RAV4, or a used Lexus. It seems my partner put a bug in his ear that I liked the Honda CRV and wanted high reliability. Ya know, I traveled over an hour in heavy traffic to see this Porsche. The least you can do is not muddy the waters with talk about a Toyota RAV4.

This sales guy also wasn't too positive when I mentioned I would have the Porsche inspected by a local Porsche shop before buying. He seemed to feel that it's going to be sold any moment because an inspection is going to delay the transaction. None of this feels right. It's been up for sale for 12 days. I told him go right ahead and sell it. By this time I was done with this guy. I told him I'm not putting a dollar down on it to "hold it". If it's here, it's here. If not, no big deal.

The frustration is palpable.

All,

Did you test drive the MB E350 and compare it against the Panamera? What was significant to you that made the Panamera the better choice?

Thank you.

There are so many new apartments around LPGA that most are offering great move-in deals. It's crazy not to move and take advantage of the offers. We didn't move in January and we see now our management team screwed us. We should have shopped around.

There is a 2019 Macan Base model with a 6 cylinder. I had hoped to find a 6 cylinder S. Is the Base a disappointment compared to the S ? I'm going to guess, yes, based on comments on this /sub.

All,

Out of say, 10 dealerships, how many are good (decent prices and not trying to rip you off) and bad dealerships (all they do is scheme to rip you off).

In my area, I would have to say 50%, are trying to hide their grift in the deal. When they get around to putting actual numbers on paper it's like Three-Card Monte, where's the rip-off hidden.

As my title indicates, are there statistics available regarding the number of Macan's sold in the US with reported Bore Scoring vs no Bore Scoring? Also, will a PPI easily determine if the Macan has Bore Scoring?

Thank you.

Security Company seeking a dynamic Director of Security personal for high-end condominium associations and high-rise condominiums. The applicant must possess an energetic style with patience and respect for all prospective clients/employees. A self-starter with a strong commitment to teamwork.

Salary: $20.00 - $24.00 /hour

That is very low for a Director level position. At least someone will have a Director title on their resume.

Hello.

I'm likely buying a used German SUV, either 2017 or 2018. I have the metric socket sets, basic scanners and various other hand tools. Are there German auto tools that are used on a regular basis that someone who works on US auto's wouldn't know about but should buy?

Thank you.

Anyone else get a vibe from former police? I'm not talking about the people who retired from the police. I haven't met a bad one of those guys, ever. I'm talking about those who were short time police, like less than 5 years. Now they're in security.

We had one, he was chosen to be our supervisor. He was just terrible, micromanaging everyone and driving good officers out just to get away from him.

Now we have a new guy, former PO. He likes to over share his life and interests. He then expects everyone else to do likewise.

We are now into year 3 of MD blindness and ongoing cardiac emergencies. I drive her to appointments when I can, but I still have to work full time (overnights). Her daughter and granddaughters (mid 20's), live 10 minutes away. However, everyone works. It's very rare that anyone comes to help.

The past three months I have had to pull back so much on helping for my well being. I've been dealing with an ongoing infection and a joint issue that will likely need an operation. Any supplemental caregiver help would have to be paid by me and/or her family.

How does one go about recovery from this burnout? Plus, how can I get her family to do more? I don't feel good about any of this, but I have nothing left in the tank.

We are a 24/7 operation. You would work 7am to 3pm, but be on call 24/7 for any facility or crime related emergencies. You would have to fill in for any uncovered shifts. You have 12 people reporting to you. Not armed.

How much more $ would you need to take the position? Please indicate in the % percentage more you need.

Cheers.

I'm just looking for a possible solution to the ridiculously high used car prices here in the US.

I am not up on the latest EV tech or spec's. Are the Chinese brands of EV's, like BYD, good EV's? Are they good cars? Would you buy one, because apparently, if not tariffed to death, they are reasonably priced.

Thank you.

I've been done cohabitating for some years now. I am planning on leaving in December. I will tell her and her daughter that I'm done and other living arrangements need to be made. I'm leaving the state immediately. Her daughter will take her in because she can't afford to live on her own. I pay all the living expenses for both of us.

Has anyone else been through this? How did it go?

Thanks.

All,

We are down to the second to last round of options, all but one is German. My wrenching skills, I would put at intermediate (B-level). Of note; All of these are used, between 2016 to 2019, each with about 80K to 100K miles.

Which one(s) are to be dropped off this list because I can't maintain it by myself, they are just too complicated?

Thanks,

1.) Audi Allroad

2.) BMW X5

3.) Genesis G90/G80

4.) BMW 7/5 Series

5.) Porsche Cayenne

All,

Been looking for certification programs my employer will pay for, adding new skills to me. Has anyone gone through FEMA disaster management certification? Did it help you in your career?

Thank you.