[DavidNguyen]

I notice everyone that drives on high way 1. surrey thru hope. They travel on the passing lane. Please keep right

[N.V.M.]

i can stop ordering stuff from Amazon anytime i want to. seriously.

[B!tch]

i can stop ordering stuff from Amazon anytime i want to. seriously.

I have never bought anything from Amazon.
(She said smugly, sitting on her high horse,with a chip on her shoulder.)

[underscore]

I used to buy a bit from them, but after hearing all the horror stories (and having a few of my own) I ditched them. Overpaying just to get it a couple days faster wasn't worth it either.

[SSM_DC5]

Any one turn a car wheel into a hose hanger or reel? Easy to do? Worth the effort?

[Obsideon]

I actually stayed away from Amazon for a very long time, I was probably one of the last people I knew that didn't at least buy a couple items off there. It wasn't until the pandemic that I signed up for Prime and haven't looked back since. Customer service is amazing too. Returns are super easy with Canada Post just down the block as well.

[N.V.M.]

best fitness tracker wearable? (yes, need music)

[MG1]

It’s almost that time of year............ 103.5 QMFM will become. Vancouver’s christmas station. I’m not a christian - couldn’t be farther from being one. But, I love that music. Non-Secular music does something to the soul. Just Saiyan. Gonna bump that thread as soon as QM goes all XMas.

god bless.............

[Hondaracer]

I’m thinking I’m gonna put up my Xmas lights next weekend just to try and bring a sliver of joy to ppl waking by if nothing else

[StylinRed]

Neighbours put theirs up the day after Halloween :lol one guy just switched the lights and put santa hats on his zombies initially, but the zombies are gone now :lol

[MG1]

Cot Dam! I had the radio on all afternoon. Go inside to take a leak. Come back and it’s on!!!!!


The right time to Rock the Night Away...............

I’m so happy right now. All of 2020 is not that bad, afterall

[punkwax]

I had a receptionist kill Christmas music for me.. 6 weeks straight of non-stop Christmas music for 8-9 years in a row. Only time we got a break was when she was sick or away. :ohgodwhy:

I’m not bah humbug about it and wouldn’t ask someone to turn it off but I’d never choose to listen to it if given an option :lol

[underscore]

Christmas music was tolerable back when it was only played close to Christmas. Working retail and listening to bad covers of poorly written songs for 2 months straight made me loathe it with a passion.

[MG1]

Well, it must be working for them to keep doing it year after year........

I wAnder if the Christmas channels are on sirius XM. Things to look forward to. The Christmas channels and the Billy Joel channel on Sirius XM.

[mikemhg]

Christmas music before the middle of November? Come on now...That'll grow old as hell in a few weeks.

Pretty much only listen to Christmas music a few days before Christmas and the day of, then it's over.

[underscore]

On the radio it makes sense, if people want to listen to it in their homes and cars then have at er. I'm not sure what genre you dislike the most, but having to listen to it all day at work and then in every store you go to for 1/6 of the year is unpleasant and just going to make you dislike it even more.

[MG1]

Driving with Xmas music blasting is heaven, lol.

Other times of the year, It's Italian Opera/Arias. Yeah, not normal dude here. Never the kind to care what others think.

Bagpipes............ hmmmm......... might start doing that. Just to bug the hell out of everyone else.

[Hehe]

Christmas has become too "commercial" for lack of a better word.

It used to be something for family to gather around, to share stories and joy as the year end.

Now... whenever I see Costco/Walmart/CT... etc to put Xmas stuff right after summer, it makes me puke.

And having gone through a really "religious" school growing up, I don't mind xmas music really. I'd often hum along with it.

[MG1]

And having gone through a really "religious" school growing up, I don't mind xmas music really. I'd often hum along with it.

That's why........... I, too have gone through a really "religious" school. It's called public schools in the 50's.

Bible reading, lord's prayer every morning. That's probably why I'm a bit of an Empire Loyalist. Pictures of Queen Elizabeth II above the front entryway of the school. Her coronation was in 1953, but it took a while for the famous portrait to be distributed to the schools. And the Union Jack - pre Maple Leaf Ensign.

Anyway, jesus and christianity is part of our history, it seems.

Jesus loves me—this I know,
For the Bible tells me so;
Little ones to him belong,—
They are weak, but he is strong.

Jesus loves me—loves me still,
Though I'm very weak and ill;
From his shining throne on high,
Comes to watch me where I lie.

Jesus loves me—he will stay,
Close beside me all the way.
Then his little child will take,
Up to heaven for his dear sake.

Yeah, stuck in my head forever, 'cause it was drilled into us. Funny thing was, it didn't work, as far as I was concerned. Just like when they tried to get me to be right handed when I was left handed. Thanks to them, I'm ambidextrous. It was what it was.

[underscore]

Other times of the year, It's Italian Opera/Arias. Yeah, not normal dude here. Never the kind to care what others think.

Bagpipes............ hmmmm......... might start doing that. Just to bug the hell out of everyone else.

I used to love confusing people with the music I had cranked in my car. I still do, but I used to too. I found a CD from an Indian wedding in a limo once and used to get some very odd looks playing that one.

[Gumby]

I’m with MG1, I love it when 103.5 turns into Vancouver’s Christmas radio station. My mood immediately improved this late afternoon when I found out they had flipped the switch. Only problem is that mid-November is a bit too early. I think they started doing this last year. By the time Christmas actually hit, I was sick of it unfortunately. In previous years, they would start on Dec 1 and for 25 days in duration, that was perfect, in my opinion.

[Jmac]

Haven't worked in retail in 9 years and Christmas music still triggers me.

[68style]

Haven't worked in retail in 9 years and Christmas music still triggers me.

This made me LOL

Still remember working at EBgames as a kid on Christmas Eve and having a guy grab me by my tie and try to choke me out because we had sold his copy of a game he pre-ordered because he didn't pick it up within 48hrs of us calling him so we (or I, apparently) had ruined his kids Christmas :lawl:

I wonder how beaten and messed up his kids are today :fullofwin:

[MG1]

I’m with MG1, I love it when 103.5 turns into Vancouver’s Christmas radio station. My mood immediately improved this late afternoon when I found out they had flipped the switch. Only problem is that mid-November is a bit too early. I think they started doing this last year. By the time Christmas actually hit, I was sick of it unfortunately. In previous years, they would start on Dec 1 and for 25 days in duration, that was perfect, in my opinion.

Well, it does beat listening to News 1130. Now that has been depressing at times. Once in a while, they come up with an obscure funny story, but Xmas music > Shitty news. I just hope they don't play too many songs over and over again. I only listen to radio when I'm driving. Plus, it's a choice. No gun pointed at my head saying I have to tune into 103.5.

[unit]

when you mail a parcel, does the type of packaging used alter the shipping costs?
for example, if i want to mail something that's 9" x 2" x 2" and i choose to mail it in a box, envelope, or shipping tube, does that matter? from what i used to understand it's the weight that makes the biggest difference

[Jmac]

My co-worker went missing in the wilderness on Wednesday and they found him, his GF, and his dog alive this morning. Super relieved and happy

[Hondaracer]

That couple that went out fishing near Nanaimo?

[Jmac]

That couple that went out fishing near Nanaimo?
Yup

[MG1]

Lol, I’m in the car at Chinatown. Parked while my kids go Kent’s Kitchen, Manpuku, the bakery, etc. this Camry tries to park in front of me. Driver is basically at 45 degrees when she hits the curb. Husband gets out and tells wife to get out. He’s just as bad as the wife. Four tries later he manages to squeeze into a spot two cars can get into.

[MG1]

when you mail a parcel, does the type of packaging used alter the shipping costs?
for example, if i want to mail something that's 9" x 2" x 2" and i choose to mail it in a box, envelope, or shipping tube, does that matter? from what i used to understand it's the weight that makes the biggest difference

If you buy the box from Canada Post.............

https://www.canadapost.ca/cpc/en/personal/sending/parcels/flat-rate-box.page

Up to 5 Kg limit.

Because of Covid, you have to buy the whole package. Probably not worth it for you, but the info is there for others who are contemplating sending parcels for Xmas. Better do it now, before it's too late.

https://www.canadapost.ca/shop/mail-pack-ship/small-business.jsf

Size does matter, but weight really makes a difference.... to answer your question better, click on link below and search for "Find aRate". The website is slow.

https://www.canadapost.ca/web/en/kb/details.page?article=size_and_weight_info&cat=sending&cattype=kb&icid=Support_Page%7CPost_Office_and_Rates%7CLine_4&subcat=generalinformation


NVM, you have to have an account with Canada Post. I have an account, so I can do it, but I have to put in all the details, like where it's going and all that. Opening an account, IIRC, wasn't that hard. I guess the alternative is to go to a post office and ask. Lineups are long this time of year. I'm going to my local Shoppers today, pm me the size and weight of your parcel and I'll find out for you. Post Office lady there and I go way back. Just general area where the parcel is going to, weight and size.

[SSM_DC5]

Any of you have experience with the Weiser smart keys? I'm having trouble getting it to work smoothly. I need to jiggle the newly programmed key to get it to work and sometimes it needs like 30 seconds of jiggling. I've tried reprogramming it 3-4 times already. Also every time I program it back to the original key, it works nice and smooth.

[yray]

Any of you have experience with the Weiser smart keys? I'm having trouble getting it to work smoothly. I need to jiggle the newly programmed key to get it to work and sometimes it needs like 30 seconds of jiggling. I've tried reprogramming it 3-4 times already. Also every time I program it back to the original key, it works nice and smooth.

are you using weiser orginal keys during programming? not a copy of a weiser key

[SSM_DC5]

are you using weiser orginal keys during programming? not a copy of a weiser key

Original kwikset keys.

[yray]

Original kwikset keys.

I had trouble getting kwikset keys made here, had to go to the states to get them made.

https://www.doityourself.com/forum/residential-commercial-security-devices-door-knobs-locks-keys-dead-bolts/395691-weiser-kwikset-schlage-question.html

[SSM_DC5]

I had trouble getting kwikset keys made here, had to go to the states to get them made.

https://www.doityourself.com/forum/residential-commercial-security-devices-door-knobs-locks-keys-dead-bolts/395691-weiser-kwikset-schlage-question.html

Damn. I'm trying with brand new kwikset keys too.

[jing]

Need this in 3/8" diameter. Anyone have any leads?

Otherwise, I'm wondering how strong a bumper repair kit like this one (https://www.canadiantire.ca/en/pdp/bumper-repair-kit-0475601p.html) is if I plan to drill a hole in it after for the correct sized expanding rivet. Long story short, I'm an idiot and drilled a 3/8" hole when I should've used a 1/4" bit instead.

https://www.vehicleclips.co.uk/pub/media/catalog/product/F/C/FCP-0765.jpg

[MG1]

Jezuz fucking hell........... how the hell do they do it?

We don't have this calibre of marching bands at any level. High school? And how the hell do they record the music in such high quality? It's a high school gym!

Better than most military bands. Especially here in Canada.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C-nHYLrLDQo

Another one outside......... as a band director, it's hard to have two clarinets play in tune, let alone 25+. I'm out of breath just watching this. Lungs and embouchure of steel.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZVJ3Ho83Ksg


In competition.........

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yHO4_kQrHEE

Rose Bowl Parade.......... Mario Bros. Lol.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vr5vn523uUg

[unit]

If you buy the box from Canada Post.............

https://www.canadapost.ca/cpc/en/personal/sending/parcels/flat-rate-box.page

Up to 5 Kg limit.

Because of Covid, you have to buy the whole package. Probably not worth it for you, but the info is there for others who are contemplating sending parcels for Xmas. Better do it now, before it's too late.

https://www.canadapost.ca/shop/mail-pack-ship/small-business.jsf

Size does matter, but weight really makes a difference.... to answer your question better, click on link below and search for "Find aRate". The website is slow.

https://www.canadapost.ca/web/en/kb/details.page?article=size_and_weight_info&cat=sending&cattype=kb&icid=Support_Page%7CPost_Office_and_Rates%7CLine_4&subcat=generalinformation


NVM, you have to have an account with Canada Post. I have an account, so I can do it, but I have to put in all the details, like where it's going and all that. Opening an account, IIRC, wasn't that hard. I guess the alternative is to go to a post office and ask. Lineups are long this time of year. I'm going to my local Shoppers today, pm me the size and weight of your parcel and I'll find out for you. Post Office lady there and I go way back. Just general area where the parcel is going to, weight and size.

i did make an account, thanks! yeah actually once it's considered a parcel, then regardless of whether it's in an envelope or not, it's pretty much charged the same as a box. too bad, my items are lightweight but poofy, so although they fit in an envelope especially if they're pressed down, they still count as a parcel and it costs $9 to ship even within vancouver.

[MG1]

Anyone try the Harvey's Stuffed Cheeseburger Sandwich?

Also, where the hell is a Harvey's location?


I don't trust reviews from other websites. RS, I trust, lol.

[highfive]

Anyone try the Harvey's Stuffed Cheeseburger Sandwich?

Also, where the hell is a Harvey's location?


I don't trust reviews from other websites. RS, I trust, lol.

I really missed the days of going to home depot with my dad and I can go to Harvey's for a burger. haha

[MG1]

Yes, that's the last time I've seen one. I imagine they're popular back east.

[whitev70r]

^ One of the last ones to close was on Granville Street, Downtown.

[Obsideon]

I miss Arby's :(

[MG1]

OMFG, you're right. I forgot about Arby's. They had some good mailer coupons. The food was very good, too.

[SSM_DC5]

Arby's curly fries:fullofwin:

[BIC_BAWS]

I really missed the days of going to home depot with my dad and I can go to Harvey's for a burger. hahaThey got replaced by subways, but apparently even the subway ones are being phased out

Sent from my SM-G950W using Tapatalk

[Jmac]

Anyone try the Harvey's Stuffed Cheeseburger Sandwich?

Also, where the hell is a Harvey's location?


I don't trust reviews from other websites. RS, I trust, lol.
Their website lists one in Port Coquitlam (2105 Hawkins) and another in West Kelowna.

[whitev70r]

There is an Arby's at Twassassen Mills, no?

[Manic!]

There is an Arby's at Twassassen Mills, no?
Yep and one in Aldergrove.

[nismodrifter]

question from an Albertan, new to BC.

What do you guys do re moss on asphalt roof shingles? This is a non-issue in Alberta obviously. House is 2 years old.

I see moss removal services are a thing here. Is this an annual thing to do come spring?

Any insight re this appreciated.

[Kilinim]

question from an Albertan, new to BC.

What do you guys do re moss on asphalt roof shingles? This is a non-issue in Alberta obviously. House is 2 years old.

I see moss removal services are a thing here. Is this an annual thing to do come spring?

Any insight re this appreciated.

Roll up your sleeves and get the elbow grease out.

[StylinRed]

Anyone try the Harvey's Stuffed Cheeseburger Sandwich?

Also, where the hell is a Harvey's location?


I don't trust reviews from other websites. RS, I trust, lol.

There's a Harvey's between the Walmart and Costco in poco, by the marks and canadian tire

[MG1]

There's a Harvey's between the Walmart and Costco in poco, by the marks and canadian tire

Where Five Guys is?

Alrighty................ IN!

[StylinRed]

Yeah it's like connected to the 5guys iirc

[fliptuner]

Yup, right next to Swiss Chalet.

[MG1]

Yup, right next to Swiss Chalet.

I have never, ever, gone into a Swiss Chalet, except to use their washroom. Any good? So many places, so little time. No Pho, either..........

[moldex]

Have any of y'all used VBCE or another currency exchange for a large transaction?
I understand VBCE is quite reputable but I tried to look around to see if they were insured in any way and I couldn't find it. I know they deal with a corporate transactions so the risk is low but I want to understand if there is any risk at all. For example if I send them a sum of money to exchange and somehow shit hits the fan, they weren't able to exchange my money and went bankrupt.

[Hehe]

Have any of y'all used VBCE or another currency exchange for a large transaction?
I understand VBCE is quite reputable but I tried to look around to see if they were insured in any way and I couldn't find it. I know they deal with a corporate transactions so the risk is low but I want to understand if there is any risk at all. For example if I send them a sum of money to exchange and somehow shit hits the fan, they weren't able to exchange my money and went bankrupt.

There's always that same risk regardless of where you go to. Banks too can fail overnight. However, places like VBCE has been around for so long and built a reputation and scale that the amount one's looking to exchange is usually a drop in a bucket on their scale.

Unless you are doing a few millions of dollars worth of transactions, I wouldn't worry too much. And if you have over 1M, you can always find a broker to exchange on the wholesale market that gives you pretty much the spot rate at any given moment. If you want to be extra careful, you can ask VBCE specifically to issue a bank draft (so it's backed by whichever bank issuing. I believe they use mostly RBC, and if there's a day we have to worry about RBC failing, we have bigger issues) instead of their business check.

I can't say it's worry-free. But the likelihood of that happening, given regular folks' amount, is just really low.

[MG1]

There's a Harvey's between the Walmart and Costco in poco, by the marks and canadian tire

Fucking hell. I get here and they’re closed down. I’m disappoint.

[StylinRed]

Fucking hell. I get here and they’re closed down. I’m disappoint.

Oh damn! I didn't think they'd closedown they like just opened

Just googled it, they closed on the 4th of this month!

https://www.vancouverisawesome.com/food-and-drink/swiss-chalet-harveys-locations-closing-port-coquitlam-fremont-village-bc-2844883

Sorry mg :( there's a popeyes, hmart, n Costco tho, hopefully the trip wasn't a total waste :(

From the article There are now no more Harvey's locations in Metro Vancouver; a location at 946 Granville Street in downtown Vancouver closed in 2019.

[MG1]

No, wasn’t a waste. I should’ve gone to Popeye’s, though. Went To McD’s in Walmart instead, ‘cause they had those collectible Coke glasses. I have every colour now. The little things in life, eh?

[BIC_BAWS]

Have any of y'all used VBCE or another currency exchange for a large transaction?
I understand VBCE is quite reputable but I tried to look around to see if they were insured in any way and I couldn't find it. I know they deal with a corporate transactions so the risk is low but I want to understand if there is any risk at all. For example if I send them a sum of money to exchange and somehow shit hits the fan, they weren't able to exchange my money and went bankrupt.

Not sure about risk but work has been using VBCE for about 10 years, doing 400-600K transactions every couple of months.

[Obsideon]

Yep and one in Aldergrove.

Ok Aldergrove is way too far for a "quick bite" lol ... and don't quote me on this but I think the Tswassen Mill's one closed too. Can anyone confirm?
When I'm at the Mills I usually eat Montana's. Haven't been back in over a year though.

I vaguely remember reading that a few years back Arby's announcing they were gonna launch like 5 new stores in the next couple years, whatever happened to that... can't find the article anymore.

[Obsideon]

I have never, ever, gone into a Swiss Chalet, except to use their washroom. Any good? So many places, so little time. No Pho, either..........

Went once, never again. Chicken was dry as balls and the vibe in there is like an old folks home.
Much rather grab a whole roast chicken from Costco for a fraction of the price and take it home.

[MG1]

Bwahahahaha.......... just watching reruns of SG-1. Colonel O'Neil says to Teal'c, in episode 8 of season 6..............so, who you takin in the cup? Dude looks puzzled...... you know, Lord Stanley's Cup... hockey? remember....... with the ice and the skates? We went to a game last year.

Indeed... I believe the Canucks of Vancouver are superior warriors......... Canucks, eh? Long pause......... lunch?

[MG1]

Went once, never again. Chicken was dry as balls and the vibe in there is like an old folks home.
Much rather grab a whole roast chicken from Costco for a fraction of the price and take it home.

Yup. Heard that from just about everybody I've asked. Somehow, for whatever reason, people actually love the place. I don't get it. Then again, half of amurica likes trump

[StylinRed]

I went once when I was like 10, remember we all found it dry and either bland or salty :lol never went to it again, I was meaning to try it out again when I saw them in poco, since it's been over 20years, but I guess no one went to it lol

[underscore]

Yup. Heard that from just about everybody I've asked. Somehow, for whatever reason, people actually love the place. I don't get it. Then again, half of amurica likes trump

Some people just don't know any better because they've never had any better. I gave up trying the places locals would rave about in small prairie towns because every one of them was terrible. Chain places and fast food aren't exactly great, but they're consistent, so I stick to those now.

[Jmac]

Some people just don't know any better because they've never had any better. I gave up trying the places locals would rave about in small prairie towns because every one of them was terrible. Chain places and fast food aren't exactly great, but they're consistent, so I stick to those now.
Swiss Chalet is a chain/franchise, though.

[fliptuner]

Went once, never again. Chicken was dry as balls

Sorry. Next time I'll put some coco butter on them. :fullofwin:

I agree though. Swiss Chalet es no bueno, except this one time they had fried chicken.

BTW, the one beside the Harvey's in PoCo, closed as well lol. Obsideon, rejoice :lol

https://www.vancouverisawesome.com/food-and-drink/swiss-chalet-harveys-locations-closing-port-coquitlam-fremont-village-bc-2844883

[whitev70r]

Swiss Chalet used to be SO good ... but they went spiralling down the toilet in terms of quality. Now I think they retooled and just make frozen ribs and pies in your local grocery store.

[underscore]

Swiss Chalet is a chain/franchise, though.

Sorry I'm not comparing independent vs chain, just that what people consider to be "good" is entirely based on what they're used to.

[ilovebacon]

I just want to say, I love you guys. No matter who you are. No homo.

[MG1]

So typical of restaurants that can't keep current. You can only survive so long on your reputation from years gone by. I hear Swiss Chalet is so bad now that the Swiss government is looking into having the word Swiss taken out of the company's name................. just kidding, gulolol.

[MG1]

Just a heads up. If you have any McDonald's Monopoly winning pieces, they expire on the 30th of November.

I have a Skullcandy $20 gift code that I'm not interested in. 5XNL9578RQMQ. Use it, if you can. Just post here if you've used it.

[Obsideon]

Sorry. Next time I'll put some coco butter on them. :fullofwin:

I agree though. Swiss Chalet es no bueno, except this one time they had fried chicken.

BTW, the one beside the Harvey's in PoCo, closed as well lol. Obsideon, rejoice :lol

https://www.vancouverisawesome.com/food-and-drink/swiss-chalet-harveys-locations-closing-port-coquitlam-fremont-village-bc-2844883

lol aww no I would never wish ill on a fellow industry company. I mean I would personally never step foot in there again but it sucks to see anyone go under. Its a really tough business.

[iambuRnz]

Anyone buy amazon wheel spacers? I'm looking for 5mm spacers. I may or may not need them for a wheel swap I'm trying. 18" sahara wheels onto wk2. Some say it'll fit.. some say it'll rub the front caliper brackets.

[MG1]

Speaking of Swiss Chalet, I was at Safeway this afternoon. Don't know if it was because the topic of Swiss Chalet came up or not, but I saw all kinds of stuff with the Swiss Chalet brand on it. Everything from Ribs and entrees to frozen pies and baked goods. It must be like the Snap On name on crappy stools, flashlights, and other non traditional items.

[MG1]

Anyone buy amazon wheel spacers? I'm looking for 5mm spacers. I may or may not need them for a wheel swap I'm trying. 18" sahara wheels onto wk2. Some say it'll fit.. some say it'll rub the front caliper brackets.

Amazon return policy is pretty good............ it's Costco-like.

I think it might have to be fulfilled by Amazon.

https://www.amazon.ca/gp/help/customer/display.html?nodeId=GKM69DUUYKQWKWX7

[fliptuner]

Speaking of Swiss Chalet, I was at Safeway this afternoon. Don't know if it was because the topic of Swiss Chalet came up or not, but I saw all kinds of stuff with the Swiss Chalet brand on it. Everything from Ribs and entrees to frozen pies and baked goods. It must be like the Snap On name on crappy stools, flashlights, and other non traditional items.

I wouldn't be surprised if it's the same stuff you get at the restaurant, except when you dine in, they put fresh sauce in top lol

[whitev70r]

Swiss Chalet used to be SO good ... but they went spiralling down the toilet in terms of quality. Now I think they retooled and just make frozen ribs and pies in your local grocery store.

Speaking of Swiss Chalet, I was at Safeway this afternoon. Don't know if it was because the topic of Swiss Chalet came up or not, but I saw all kinds of stuff with the Swiss Chalet brand on it. Everything from Ribs and entrees to frozen pies and baked goods. It must be like the Snap On name on crappy stools, flashlights, and other non traditional items.

subliminal ...

[MG1]

Sorry, I guess it's easy to miss stuff......... like the time somebody was looking for sawdust. I mentioned making your own. Then a few posts later, someone suggests the same thing and........... anyway, I saw, "down the toilet," and lost train of thought. Kind of went down the toilet, instead of, "hold that thought."

[underscore]

I need to close the window on a car that has no battery. I've tried hooking two different chargers straight to the battery terminals that are hanging in the air, but I get nothing. No door chime, no lights, nothing. Am I somehow doing something wrong or do chargers have circuitry in them to prevent them putting out power without an actual battery attached? I don't really want to have to pull the battery out of something else just to move this stupid glass out of my way.

[Zedbra]

I need to close the window on a car that has no battery. I've tried hooking two different chargers straight to the battery terminals that are hanging in the air, but I get nothing. No door chime, no lights, nothing. Am I somehow doing something wrong or do chargers have circuitry in them to prevent them putting out power without an actual battery attached? I don't really want to have to pull the battery out of something else just to move this stupid glass out of my way.

Some work on amp draws, but using the boost option should deliver straight 10amps right away. You sure you don't have a missing ground or something else preventing connectivity?

[underscore]

I wouldn't think I do, I drove the car in and opened the window last week but I'll check it over again. I tried my 2A trickle charger and my big charger on 2A and on 12A and no dice. It has a 75A start option too but that seemed a bit excessive/risky.

[underscore]

I tried it with a battery and still no dice. I hooked the battery to the post on the alternator, and it all worked. Long story short, after a lot of fiddling around I found out that somehow the cheap aftermarket lead battery terminal wasn't conducting to the ring terminals on the wiring. This is the third time now that one of those pieces of junk has failed me in some way.

[MG1]

If any of you are planning on traveling west from Coquitlam via Lougheed, be prepared for a huge ass line up. From Brunette to Production. I was heading east from Burnaby. All because of construction. Down to one lane in the Gaglardi area.

[winson604]

I went down the youtube rabbit hole the other night at like 3 in the morning and then came across this, it sucked me in and 50 mins later sigh

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-e6xOBCAVvA

[iambuRnz]

Take Winston Street next time.. I dont even bother with that stretch of lougheed anymore.

If any of you are planning on traveling west from Coquitlam via Lougheed, be prepared for a huge ass line up. From Brunette to Production. I was heading east from Burnaby. All because of construction. Down to one lane in the Gaglardi area.

[MG1]

After my daily to Forest Lawn, I go Sprott, then up Kengsinton to Winston Slip / Winston Street, which becomes Government, then to Lougheed or up to Austin to keep going east. Going the other way along Austin to North Road to Beaverbrook along Eastlake and then Broadway.

[whitev70r]

Damn scumbags who hacked Translink for ransom. Translink was already on life support ... why would you hack something like a public transport system. Find these Russian scumbags and hang them by their baws.

[MG1]

Just got into zippo lighters. Damn it. So many designs out there........make your head spin. Functional art, some of them.

https://japanlighter.net/collections/japan-art-zippo?page=8

[HonestTea]

Does anyone know if Trinity Street will have their Christmas lights display?

[bcrdukes]

UBC apologizes after document on 'yellow privilege' sent to students

https://nationalpost.com/news/canada/ubc-apologizes-after-document-on-yellow-privilege-sent-to-students

[pastarocket]

As if 2020 could not get any worse with this pandemic. :facepalm:

Vancouver Sun article about a powerful geomagnetic storm from the sun in our solar system. The NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) calls the storm the "G3". BC Hydro is preparing for a power outage today.

https://vancouversun.com/news/bc-hydro-prepares-for-strong-geomagnetic-storm

-from the article:

A geomagnetic storm is a major disturbance of the Earth’s magnetosphere that occurs when there is a very efficient exchange of energy from the solar wind into the space environment surrounding Earth, according to the NOAA.

The agency says when the charged particles hit the Earth they could cause aurora borealis, or northern lights, as far south as Iowa, Pennsylvania and Oregon.

SpaceWeather.com says it’s a noteworthy event. It’s apparently significant enough that B.C. Hydro said Wednesday they’re preparing for a strong solar magnetic storm, which could lead to power cuts. Solar magnetic storms are gusts of charged particles that come from the Sun, and can potentially cause serious damage to high-voltage transmission systems leading to outages, says Brett Hallborg, senior system control manager with B.C. Hydro

AS long as RS works, I'm cool with this "G3" geo magnetic storm. :lawl:

[fliptuner]

https://deadline.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Deebo.jpg

RIP Deebo

[StylinRed]

As if 2020 could not get any worse with this pandemic. :facepalm:

Vancouver Sun article about a powerful geomagnetic storm from the sun in our solar system. The NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) calls the storm the "G3". BC Hydro is preparing for a power outage today.

https://vancouversun.com/news/bc-hydro-prepares-for-strong-geomagnetic-storm

-from the article:

A geomagnetic storm is a major disturbance of the Earth’s magnetosphere that occurs when there is a very efficient exchange of energy from the solar wind into the space environment surrounding Earth, according to the NOAA.

The agency says when the charged particles hit the Earth they could cause aurora borealis, or northern lights, as far south as Iowa, Pennsylvania and Oregon.

SpaceWeather.com says it’s a noteworthy event. It’s apparently significant enough that B.C. Hydro said Wednesday they’re preparing for a strong solar magnetic storm, which could lead to power cuts. Solar magnetic storms are gusts of charged particles that come from the Sun, and can potentially cause serious damage to high-voltage transmission systems leading to outages, says Brett Hallborg, senior system control manager with B.C. Hydro

AS long as RS works, I'm cool with this "G3" geo magnetic storm. :lawl:

The storm was a dud

https://www.mprnews.org/story/2020/12/10/solar-storm-fizzles-but-solar-cycle-25-is-just-starting

[StylinRed]

https://deadline.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Deebo.jpg

RIP Deebo

Aw damn, I thought he died years ago tho, guess that was someone else

Not sure if he died of covid the quote is a bit confusing

His manager Cindy Cowan told Variety on Thursday that he had displayed coronavirus symptoms, and had missed shooting on a film project amid the ailment. She told the AP that he had battled COVID-19 earlier this year.

'He was a wonderful guy with a heart of gold,' Cowan told the outlet. 'Everyone loved him. A real gentle giant. We’re all devastated.'

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-9041925/Friday-actor-Tommy-Tiny-Lister-dead-age-62-Marina-Del-Rey-apartment.html

[GLOW]

you call him deebo, i call him zeus
https://sportshub.cbsistatic.com/i/r/2019/08/09/fd91985c-90a9-45be-982b-e8150ddacc97/thumbnail/640x360/e6375c7c9202daba7e042cdf86c3f8e7/1400x788-screen-shot-2019-07-26-at-6-09-14-pm-copy.png

[Presto]

you call him deebo, i call him zeus


He is burned into my memory when 10 yrs old. He was the crazy, seemingly invincible mofo that could possibly destroy Hulk Hogan. No Holds Barred was awesome (for a 10 yr old)! I really like Tiny as the president of Earth in The 5th Element. RIP.

[GLOW]

Ah yes, also cameo in Ridin' with Chamilionaire

[StylinRed]

The Zodiac Killers cipher was cracked, after 51 years

The message he sent to the papers is revealed to say
I hope you are having lots of fun in trying to catch me that wasnt me on the TV show which brings up a point about me I am not afraid of the gas chamber because it will send me to paradice all the sooner because I now have enough slaves to work for me where everyone else has nothing when they reach paradice so they are afraid of death I am not afraid because I know that my new life is life will be an easy one in paradice death.

https://www.rollingstone.com/culture/culture-news/codebreakers-crack-zodiac-killer-unsolved-340-character-cipher-1102927/

https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-55285805

[Manic!]

I have no idea why chapters thinks it's ok to have different prices for online/in-store pick-up and the price in-store. $20 difference in price. was in the store but ordered from Amazon.

[stewie]

Got a pop up on my phone saying to change my gmail password as its compromised. Came from a legit Google email so I opened up my gmail app and in the options it says password were exposed in a third party data breach.
It said that in the account itself so whatever, I changed my password. Girlfriend got the same email shortly after saying a third party data breach. She doesn't think it's legitimate.

Anyone get that notification?

[StylinRed]

Nope never for my google acct

[punkwax]

Ever since I updated my iOS I’ve been getting the password breach message. After changing my password on a site or two, it’s still come up even on those sites/apps. Now I’ve just been ignoring it for the last 2-3 weeks, which I know I shouldn’t, but it seems to be an error.

Maybe I’ll just go ahead and change them all. Ugh

[N.V.M.]

so I just got the $500 that Horgan promised every British Columbian if they re-elected him. thanks to everyone who voted NDP, lmao.

[ssjGoku69]

Just checked. I got my few hundred too. Applied on Saturday night

[Presto]

I'm in Langley and have an H-Mart and a Hannam Supermarket nearby. What's a good brand of kimchi that I can purchase from one of those places?

[mickz]

I'm in Langley and have an H-Mart and a Hannam Supermarket nearby. What's a good brand of kimchi that I can purchase from one of those places?

I always just buy whatever is made in-store.

[StylinRed]

I'm in Langley and have an H-Mart and a Hannam Supermarket nearby. What's a good brand of kimchi that I can purchase from one of those places?

Didn't know they had an hmart in langley that's good to know

[SkinnyPupp]

I'm in Langley and have an H-Mart and a Hannam Supermarket nearby. What's a good brand of kimchi that I can purchase from one of those places?
Chongga is the most popular brand, but I find it to be way too salty. I like Jongga (yes very similar names) it's a bit funky and sour and not too salty.

I always check the sodium levels when I try a new brand. So many are so salty for some reason WutFace

Look for aged/fermented if you can Kreygasm

[MG1]

Just finished watching Catwoman. Part of Showcase's Super Hero Movie Marathon. First half hour was so fricken boring. I was running out of patience. Then tight catsuit and whip caught my eye. All these years and didn't know half these movies existed. I wouldn't pay good money to see them, but it's better than watching Matlock reruns, gulolol. The cat fight in the end of the movie was.......... meh. Anyway, carry on carrying on.

[Presto]

Didn't know they had an hmart in langley that's good to know

The address is Surrey, but it's a 2 min walk from Willowbrook.

[DavidNguyen]

Aren't they building a TNT in Langley soon?

[BIC_BAWS]

Aren't they building a TNT in Langley soon?Yeah I think there's supposed to be a T&T at Willowbrook mall. I remember that from when I was looking at properties in Langley

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[stewie]

Yeah I think there's supposed to be a T&T at Willowbrook mall. I remember that from when I was looking at properties in Langley

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Willowbrook mall (https://www.shopwillowbrook.com/store/t-t/)

I live across the street from the mall and it seems as if every time I go in there's new stores and the mall is getting a new face lift.
There were old design plans from a year or two ago of proposed designs. One of them to create outdoor strip mall style shops since the parking lot is 10x bigger than it needs to be.

[Presto]

T&T was supposed to be up and running at Willowbrook in 2020, but then COVID happened. I look forward to their eventual opening.

[StylinRed]

Oh I actually thought there was one in langley already that's good to know

[DavidNguyen]

I'm gonna guess prices at the Langley TNT will be higher than most

[sonick]

Damn, just announced MF DOOM died late October.

Madvillainy is my favorite rap album of all time.

RIP

[Jmac]

Damn, MF Doom was dope. RIP

[JSALES]

RIP MF DOOM

[MG1]

Fucking fireworks already. You’re supposed to wait until it’s midnight, damn it. You think you’re some RS mod or something? Gulolol.

[SkinnyPupp]

I literally never heard of MF Doom until today, since I stopped listening to rap around 2000... But man he was good! I would have kept up if I knew he existed. I hated the direction most rap was going by then, even my favourites of the 90s.

RIP that guy, but thanks for letting me discover some new hip hop after abandoning it long ago

[Euro7r]

So many idiots these days. I am selling my stuff (brand new sealed in box) on Craigslist/FB, with lower price than buying in store. Yet people still asking to discount it even further. Got tired of seeing these messages, I just tell them to buy in store since it's "cheaper" to troll back LOL. E.g. Store would cost them $30, I'm asking $20, "could you please do $10".......

[Manic!]

So many idiots these days. I am selling my stuff (brand new sealed in box) on Craigslist/FB, with lower price than buying in store. Yet people still asking to discount it even further. Got tired of seeing these messages, I just tell them to buy in store since it's "cheaper" to troll back LOL. E.g. Store would cost them $30, I'm asking $20, "could you please do $10".......

People like to haggle. That's part of the appeal for many people. You should have asked for $25-$30 and then negotiate to $20.

[Jmac]

I've pretty much gotten to the point of setting the asking price 25% higher than the price I had in mind and basically taking the first offer that's in between. Of course, I seldom sell anything to strangers and usually sell it to someone I know for well below what it's worth. Just so much easier and it usually works both ways in my circle.

[twitchyzero]

but asa buyer wouldn’t you just pay a bit more and taxes to reduce covid risk, not worry about coordinating schedules/flakes and most importantly the flexibility of returns?

[donk.]

Saving 10$ > Covid

[Manic!]

but asa buyer wouldn’t you just pay a bit more and taxes to reduce covid risk, not worry about coordinating schedules/flakes and most importantly the flexibility of returns?

Some people like to hunt and haggle for a good deal.

[yray]

craigslist man... high ball sell price, low ball seller, meet in middle

[racerman88]

This last topic of haggling reminds me of Russell Peters skit of Asians and South Asians shopping


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[N.V.M.]

ok, so Amazon gave me a credit card and they made it my default card for payment. lmao.

[mikemhg]

South Asians are the most amusing when selling something on FB/CL.

Selling a brand new North Face Jacket, get a msg from Sunil "Would you like to trade the jacket for this used Zara jacket?".

No Sunil, I would not :lol

Gotta love it though.

[StylinRed]

It's not just craigslist, I sold a Christmas gift I got on ebay, still unopened, bnib (I know I know :lol) allowed offers to be made, and even though I put it up for $100 below retail + free shipping, I still got several ppl trying to lowball

[DavidNguyen]

South Asians are the most amusing when selling something on FB/CL.

Selling a brand new North Face Jacket, get a msg from Sunil "Would you like to trade the jacket for this used Zara jacket?".

No Sunil, I would not :lol

Gotta love it though.

Lol. Or "please lower the price. It's for my kids"

[acrophobia]

You guys have better luck than me! I find the vast majority agree to a price, arrange a time to pickup, and then no-show. Get an excuse, arrange another time, no-show. Move to next in line and the same. Over and over again. Maybe an Okanagan thing?

[BIC_BAWS]

ok, so Amazon gave me a credit card and they made it my default card for payment. lmao.If you don't link it like this tho, what's the point of using their cc? You get 5% CB on Amazon for the promo period; 2.5% after.



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[Doubl3_H]

Anyone had an amazon package stolen from their front of their house? Do you have to file a police report before reporting to Amazon?

Thanks

[Razor Ramon HG]

Anyone had an amazon package stolen from their front of their house? Do you have to file a police report before reporting to Amazon?

Thanks

Depends on the value. If it's a small amount, Amazon will usually just offer to send you a replacement when you contact Live Chat.

[Manic!]

South Asians are the most amusing when selling something on FB/CL.

Selling a brand new North Face Jacket, get a msg from Sunil "Would you like to trade the jacket for this used Zara jacket?".

No Sunil, I would not :lol

Gotta love it though.

It's in our blood.

[StylinRed]

Anyone had an amazon package stolen from their front of their house? Do you have to file a police report before reporting to Amazon?

Thanks

In my experience just tell amazon, their reaction is based on your purchase history with them, they'll either send you out a replacement or ask you to wait it out, I've had them do that for items costing a few hundred.

But they really shouldn't be leaving expensive items at your doorstep tho, they do, but it's crazy

I actually just had two very expensive items delivered by amazon, I was worried it'd get stolen, so I tried to be here to accept the package, they sent me the notification that it was delivered, no photo this time, and they made a note that they placed it in my hand!

But I got nothing! Freaked me out, I contacted amazon and they asked if I could wait and see if it shows up (wtf)

Fortunately it was delivered to a nearby neighbour who left it on my doorstep later that night, they didn't even knock, so if I didn't happen to go out for a late night walk, I wouldn't have known

[Hondaracer]

You should also watch how the item is received on their end.

I’ve had drivers put that the item was “handed to recipient” but it was obviously just tossed at the front door as I have security cameras looking at the door. Was going to contact Amazon and let them know the driver was marking it as such but couldn’t be bothered

[nismodrifter]

any stores that have a large variety of massage chairs that I can sit in and try out?

looking to buy ASAP.

[SSM_DC5]

Any have their bathtub refinished before? I want to change colours to white.

[SpeedStars]

Anyone had an amazon package stolen from their front of their house? Do you have to file a police report before reporting to Amazon?

Thanks

Had it happen when amazon was delivering 3 separate packages in the same day and all 3 got stolen after the 3rd guy delivered it BabyRage

They sent me replacements pretty much as soon as I messaged them on live chat. Didn't ask for a police report but I filled one out anyways

[punkwax]

I’ve had multiple packages intended for neighbours delivered to my house since the pandemic began. Everyone is quite pleased when I go and deliver them to the correct home afterward. Especially the chick who had her Beats delivered to my door.

Most streets in my subdivision start with the same two words so I can see why it happens fairly often..

[Obsideon]

South Asians are the most amusing when selling something on FB/CL.

Selling a brand new North Face Jacket, get a msg from Sunil "Would you like to trade the jacket for this used Zara jacket?".

No Sunil, I would not :lol

Gotta love it though.

I got used and abused when shopping in those underground behind-the-wall shopping centres in China lmao ... me being the naive CBC. There was no price tags on anything, you ask the boss lady and she just yells a price.

Me: (using broken ass mandarin trying to sound as local as possible) How much for this belt?
Her: For you good looking boy, only 30
Me: What? Too much laaaa, $15!
Her: I can't, 20?
Me: DEAL!

My female friend walks in 30 seconds later who is from Shanghai.
Friend: I want this belt
Boss Lady: Ok for you 20 (wtf?!)
Friend: Nah bye
Boss Lady: WAIT! Here take it for $12
Friend: Nah, $10
Boss: fine

Me: :badpokerface:

[Obsideon]

I’ve had multiple packages intended for neighbours delivered to my house since the pandemic began. Everyone is quite pleased when I go and deliver them to the correct home afterward. Especially the chick who had her Beats delivered to my door.

Most streets in my subdivision start with the same two words so I can see why it happens fairly often..

It's only happened to me once, but it was a pretty big box, luckily it was just the block behind me and not too heavy.
The name on it was Russian I was secretly hoping it would be a super hot chick opening the door but reality was a stoner looking dude lol

[underscore]

Most streets in my subdivision start with the same two words so I can see why it happens fairly often..

I used to live in an area where all the streets had the same name, just Drive, Court, Crescent, etc. All the houses started with the same number too. Whoever thought that was a good idea must've been new.

[punkwax]

It's only happened to me once, but it was a pretty big box, luckily it was just the block behind me and not too heavy.
The name on it was Russian I was secretly hoping it would be a super hot chick opening the door but reality was a stoner looking dude lol

The gal with the Beats was not hard to look at SeemsGood

I used to live in an area where all the streets had the same name, just Drive, Court, Crescent, etc. All the houses started with the same number too. Whoever thought that was a good idea must've been new.

Exact same concept in my hood.

[Fafine]

Any have their bathtub refinished before? I want to change colours to white.

Are you currently living in that unit? the fumes smell pretty bad, but i use these guys https://bathtubresurfacing.ca/

i also have contacts to a korean couple that does a really good as well, however their paint smells even worst LOl

[SSM_DC5]

Are you currently living in that unit? the fumes smell pretty bad, but i use these guys https://bathtubresurfacing.ca/

i also have contacts to a korean couple that does a really good as well, however their paint smells even worst LOl

Not living in it yet, so paint fumes won't be much of a problem. Would you go with the Korean couple in my situation then?

[Obsideon]

You guys have better luck than me! I find the vast majority agree to a price, arrange a time to pickup, and then no-show. Get an excuse, arrange another time, no-show. Move to next in line and the same. Over and over again. Maybe an Okanagan thing?

Definitely not an Okanagan thing. It's happened to me before too.
It shocks me that there are this many people who lack basic human etiquette. More often than not many of my conversations with buyer/sellers just end with them completely ignoring me it's mind boggling.

Her: Hi are the speakers available?
Me: Yes
Her: Still in working condition?
Me: Yeah works fine, just a tiny scratch on the side, barely noticeable
Her: Ok cool, I'm poor, I'll give you $20
Me: Sorry it's listed for $80, but if you come pick up I'll do $40
Her: How about 30?
Me: Sure I'll do 30 for you, when do you want to pick it up?
*silence*
*10min later*
Me: Hello? You still want it?
chat dies
:speechless:

Do they not have the decency to at least say something? ANYTHING?
Like "I don't need it anymore thanks"

[DavidNguyen]

Dr. DRE got a Brain Aneurysm. Damnnn

[Obsideon]

Over the years I've ended up with a random collection of foreign coins from all over the world. It's not much, maybe a total of a few bucks worth altogether.
Coins from Japan, Korea, Panama, Cuba, Mexico, China, Phillipines, etc...
I feel kinda bad to just chuck them in the trash, what would you do with them?

[racerman88]

Over the years I've ended up with a random collection of foreign coins from all over the world. It's not much, maybe a total of a few bucks worth altogether.
Coins from Japan, Korea, Panama, Cuba, Mexico, China, Phillipines, etc...
I feel kinda bad to just chuck them in the trash, what would you do with them?


Put it up for free on Craigslist and it will go


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[MG1]

Try holding a garage sale. I made the mistake of doing that a few years back. People telling you hard luck stories. You give in, only to find out they're selling it to others for a profit. Now I just donate everything to Habitat for Humanity and Value Village.

[AzNightmare]

Were you guys getting email notifications when Amazon delivered your packages? I noticed I was getting email alerts sometime in Oct-Nov which was nice since I'm WFH and if they don't knock, at least I get an email so I know to get my package asap. But then in Dec, they suddenly stopped sending the email notifications. Sometimes they knock or ring the bell, but most of the time they don't.

Fortunately I've never had packages stolen before. But a few months back, I ordered a bunch of stuff from AliExpress. I waited over a month for my items. One day I happen to be walking along the side of my house (where it's not really a path way) to check on something and I noticed there was a pile of packages hidden, lol.

Wtf, it's like the delivery guy was being too clever..

[TOS'd]

Were you guys getting email notifications when Amazon delivered your packages? I noticed I was getting email alerts sometime in Oct-Nov which was nice since I'm WFH and if they don't knock, at least I get an email so I know to get my package asap. But then in Dec, they suddenly stopped sending the email notifications. Sometimes they knock or ring the bell, but most of the time they don't.

Fortunately I've never had packages stolen before. But a few months back, I ordered a bunch of stuff from AliExpress. I waited over a month for my items. One day I happen to be walking along the side of my house (where it's not really a path way) to check on something and I noticed there was a pile of packages hidden, lol.

Wtf, it's like the delivery guy was being too clever..
With the app installed, I usually get a notification minutes after it's been delivered. Sometimes it is accompanied by a photo of the package against my door as well.

On a related note: https://www.instagram.com/p/CJsCdGLJGNv/

https://www.instagram.com/p/CJsCdGLJGNv/media/?size=l (https://www.instagram.com/p/CJsCdGLJGNv/)


Also I think the [instagram] [ /instagram] embedding is broken?

[Hondaracer]

Try holding a garage sale. I made the mistake of doing that a few years back. People telling you hard luck stories. You give in, only to find out they're selling it to others for a profit. Now I just donate everything to Habitat for Humanity and Value Village.

Tried that once before, i'll throw everything in the garabge rather than touch that again.

[unit]

Over the years I've ended up with a random collection of foreign coins from all over the world. It's not much, maybe a total of a few bucks worth altogether.
Coins from Japan, Korea, Panama, Cuba, Mexico, China, Phillipines, etc...
I feel kinda bad to just chuck them in the trash, what would you do with them?

there are actually some ways to donate those.

https://www.marchofdimes.ca/en-ca/getinvolved/waystogive/pd/Pages/Currency-Collection-Program.aspx

i don't know anything about this charity but it's just one example.

[MG1]

March of Dimes, lol. Kind of fits in, yes?

They've been around for a long time, but did not know they had this available. The things you learn on RS.

[mikemhg]

Dr. DRE got a Brain Aneurysm. Damnnn

You see what he's been going through with his insane ex-wife and the divorce? Don't blame him :lol

[BIC_BAWS]

All this talk about Amazon delivery is making me think:

Why not invest in a numbered/smart padlock lockbox? Obviously with Amazon it's not too big of a deal if it gets stolen. Depending on how much you shop with Amazon, their customer service is pretty decent. But with bigger $$$ items, ie. monitors, I would get it sent to work or install a lockbox.

Then in delivery instructions just write the passcode and make a sign for the lockbox. The only thing is, what if they steal your lockbox :troll:

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[AzNightmare]

With the app installed, I usually get a notification minutes after it's been delivered. Sometimes it is accompanied by a photo of the package against my door as well.

On a related note: https://www.instagram.com/p/CJsCdGLJGNv/

https://www.instagram.com/p/CJsCdGLJGNv/media/?size=l (https://www.instagram.com/p/CJsCdGLJGNv/)


Also I think the [instagram] [ /instagram] embedding is broken?

I have Amazon app on my phone too. I'm not getting any notifications. Weird.


LOL. Needed the AWD.

[MG1]

I have most of my Amazon parcels sent to my Flex Delivery address at the Shoppers Drug Mart at Kensington Square. I get notifications. I also put any tracking info I have in the Canada Post app. It's pretty darn good. The delay happens when the post office at Shoppers is overcome by the amount of parcels that arrive on a daily basis. Sometimes they cannot scan all items that come in until the next day. After the scan, the item is marked as delivered and I get the e-mail.

[PeanutButter]

Does anyone have a recommendation for a place to buy used car parts?

Do junk yards do this? How does it work, do I have to remove the parts I need and I just pay for them?

I need a couple parts for a 2004 BMW X5 (E53).
I need a grab handle and power seat assembly.

Thanks

[underscore]

^ depends on the place, some are you-pull, some aren't. Check car-part.com for wreckers that have the parts you need, some will ship, some won't. If you can't search for the exact part I usually search something generic for that model (like a door or w/e) to see which wreckers have one, then call them direct and ask if they have the weird piece I need.

[PeanutButter]

^ depends on the place, some are you-pull, some aren't. Check car-part.com for wreckers that have the parts you need, some will ship, some won't. If you can't search for the exact part I usually search something generic for that model (like a door or w/e) to see which wreckers have one, then call them direct and ask if they have the weird piece I need.

Gave it a shot on that website, but couldn't find my part. My friend gave me an address of a wrecker on Mitchell island. I'll give them a shot. He said if they had my car, they would let me part it out and negotiate a price. I'll give it a shot.

[unit]

is there a way to view whatsapp media but not download it?
i have automatic downloads off already, but when someone sends a pic or vid i want to look at it, but not necessarily download and save it. i hate having to go into my icloud every so often to delete hundreds of stupid pictures and videos

[BIC_BAWS]

is there a way to view whatsapp media but not download it?
i have automatic downloads off already, but when someone sends a pic or vid i want to look at it, but not necessarily download and save it. i hate having to go into my icloud every so often to delete hundreds of stupid pictures and videosCan't you just turn off backup to iCloud for WhatsApp folder?

Not sure about iOS, but that's possible on Android

Sent from my SM-G781W using Tapatalk

[unit]

if you turn off backup for media, but then your friend sends a picture, the picture will look blurry first. if you want to see it you have to click it, which is the same as downloading it, and it will get backed up to icloud.

[sonick]

Does anyone have a recommendation for a place to buy used car parts?

Do junk yards do this? How does it work, do I have to remove the parts I need and I just pay for them?

I need a couple parts for a 2004 BMW X5 (E53).
I need a grab handle and power seat assembly.

Thanks

For BMWs, Affordable Auto Parts near Market Crossing is great in terms of availability of parts.

That said, their name is misleading because their prices are pretty expensive in my experience. But in terms of convenience and having the right stock that you can pick up immediately without having to scour online or wait for shipping, I've always paid the premium.

They are not pick-and-pull (at least not any more with COVID as far as I know), you'll have to ask them for what you need.

[mikemhg]

Anyone have any good connects for a mobile or in-shop minor paint scratch waxing/repair for a good price?

[Razor Ramon HG]

What's a good way to watch Chinese and HK dramas? A few years ago I set my parents' phones up with an app called vChannel that loaded shows via RSS feed. But over time there are more and more ads and some shows don't load or even cast to the Chromecast properly.

Can anyone recommend anything that would be easy to use? Some sort of an Android box?

[Bouncing Bettys]

My phone is on it's last legs. I am looking to buy a new one in the $200-$350 range. The features I value the most are a good camera, good battery, and durability. Mobile gaming isn't my thing and I just browse or watch videos.

So far the top two choices are:
1. Motorola G8 Power $250 or so
2. Samsung A51 - $350 or so

Anyone have experience with them or other suggestions in that price range?

Should I stay away from open box phones from places like Best Buy? They don't seem to give a lot of information on them.

I would prefer to be able to see the phones in person before purchasing, so is there anywhere else in the FV to look?

[keifun]

Anyone have experience with them or other suggestions in that price range?


Since you're looking at Android. Try looking at Xiaomi phones. I got a pretty decent one. Redmi 9 for around $200.

[MG1]

Damn. I used to buy nothing but medium and short grain rice produced/milled in California (Cal Rose). I started to like Jasmine rice, so when Superstore had the Golden Wheel brand on sale, I bought a few bags. Son told me about insect larvae in the rice about a month ago. I told him to be careful and wash the rice more often than usual. Today, he opened another bag and there was more than just a few here and there. I just called Superstore and reported it. I have two unopened bags left. I asked if I could return the bags. They told me no receipt, no luck. It's the last time I buy anything rice related outside of US. I've never come across any bugs or larvae in US milled rice.

I wanted rice, not lice, you plick.............. a la Lethal Weapon's Uncle Benny.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZssbrC1dGl0

[StylinRed]

Never had that problem with rice, been buying ox head brand for several years now, but then again I only buy 1-2bags max


You could go buy two new bags and return the old ones :lol

[yray]

Damn. I used to buy nothing but medium and short grain rice produced/milled in California (Cal Rose). I started to like Jasmine rice, so when Superstore had the Golden Wheel brand on sale, I bought a few bags. Son told me about insect larvae in the rice about a month ago. I told him to be careful and wash the rice more often than usual. Today, he opened another bag and there was more than just a few here and there. I just called Superstore and reported it. I have two unopened bags left. I asked if I could return the bags. They told me no receipt, no luck. It's the last time I buy anything rice related outside of US. I've never come across any bugs or larvae in US milled rice.

I wanted rice, not lice, you plick.............. a la Lethal Weapon's Uncle Benny.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZssbrC1dGl0

extra protein

[Euro7r]

How do you guys transfer money between different banks with amounts online >$2,000?

My daily limit for online etransfer is $2,000 and I want to transfer say $12,000 to my other bank. I've never done transfers this large and mostly only done e-transfers up to my daily limit. I don't want to do be etransfering $2000 x 6 times, looks sketchy.

[CRS]

How do you guys transfer money between different banks with amounts online >$2,000?

My daily limit for online etransfer is $2,000 and I want to transfer say $12,000 to my other bank. I've never done transfers this large and mostly only done e-transfers up to my daily limit. I don't want to do be etransfering $2000 x 6 times, looks sketchy.

Just link up your bank accounts (will need to wait about 2 business days if they aren't already linked) and then just transfer it between institutions.

You may need to call in depending on which bank you use if you're pushing. But if you're pulling, there shouldn't be any issue.

When I say pushing I mean initiating the transfer from the bank with the money and pulling I mean by initiating the transfer from the bank the money will be going into.

[GGnoRE]

Damn. I used to buy nothing but medium and short grain rice produced/milled in California (Cal Rose). I started to like Jasmine rice, so when Superstore had the Golden Wheel brand on sale, I bought a few bags. Son told me about insect larvae in the rice about a month ago. I told him to be careful and wash the rice more often than usual. Today, he opened another bag and there was more than just a few here and there. I just called Superstore and reported it. I have two unopened bags left. I asked if I could return the bags. They told me no receipt, no luck. It's the last time I buy anything rice related outside of US. I've never come across any bugs or larvae in US milled rice.

I wanted rice, not lice, you plick.............. a la Lethal Weapon's Uncle Benny.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZssbrC1dGl0

I get the T&T branded organic jasmine rice. Comes in vacuum sealed 2kg bag for about 10-11 bucks. Never had issue with the quality and tastes pretty good. I feel like for things that you put in your body frequently like rice, bread, oats, meat etc, its better to spend a few more bucks to eat organic.

[CivicBlues]

How do you guys transfer money between different banks with amounts online >$2,000?

My daily limit for online etransfer is $2,000 and I want to transfer say $12,000 to my other bank. I've never done transfers this large and mostly only done e-transfers up to my daily limit. I don't want to do be etransfering $2000 x 6 times, looks sketchy.

I have a ton of cheques from back in the day. I just write myself a cheque from one account and remote deposit it to the other. Boom. 10K limit.

[MG1]

I have a ton of cheques from back in the day. I just write myself a cheque from one account and remote deposit it to the other. Boom. 10K limit.

Yup, that's what I do.

Thank you, CDIC.


https://www.cdic.ca/your-coverage/list-of-member-institutions/?gclid=Cj0KCQiAjKqABhDLARIsABbJrGm5T9JtTBO8jnx3k9U 7eLtLxZVuz9u7sL1PKxh6az1rOOpCRC06_BIaAojpEALw_wcB


https://www.canada.ca/en/financial-consumer-agency/services/banking/depositing-cheque-with-mobile.html

[MG1]

Too lazy to look it up, but when I open up a thread on RS and hit the back button, the thread I just visited gets marked as read. Purple, not red, lol. Anyway, that does not happen anymore (since the great migration?). It does mark it purple if I hit the link at the top of the page. In this example, "Vancouver Off Topic / Current Events." Not a big deal, but if someone posts a wall of text in a single post and someone replies with that wall of text and what you've read was at the bottom, it's a bit of a pain.

[dark0821]

TLDR: Just some gebbrish about realizing adulting is hard hahaha

Sorry guys, honestly, just wanted somewhere that I can vent it out?

I woke up today almost depressed? I dont want to use the word depressed, as I dont want to take away from people actually suffering from depression. I know it is a serious mental issue. And personally I am no where near that, maybe just woke up on the wrong side of the bed.

I don't know whats going wrong but I think I am losing interest as an enthuasist, just the hobby is expensive, looked down upon by my peers and family (except my wife), and the whole VI thing not looking to end anytime soon.

In some cases, it seems like the car thing is holding me back from achieving "more meaningful" goals in my life if you catch my drift? Like... lets pluck down 80k on a M2... or 80k can get you ahead in alot of other things... maybe its the kids growing older and not sure where the extra income is going to come from to cover all the extra expenses, the mortgage is only 8 years out of the 35 year term...

Just seems that, even thought Im getting a raise every year, it feels like I am actually less wealthy every year. Keep pinching and saving where I could and money seems to go out faster than it is coming back in....

The problem is, I dont really even have any other hobbies if that....

Maybe a drive up to Squamish will clear my head...

and for people who read this long into this unorganized, no point rant, thank you.

Fudge....

[underscore]

How do you guys transfer money between different banks with amounts online >$2,000?

My daily limit for online etransfer is $2,000 and I want to transfer say $12,000 to my other bank. I've never done transfers this large and mostly only done e-transfers up to my daily limit. I don't want to do be etransfering $2000 x 6 times, looks sketchy.

Check your banking, RBC lets me increase my transfer limit temporarily.

[6793026]

Just link up your bank accounts (will need to wait about 2 business days if they aren't already linked) and then just transfer it between institutions.

You may need to call in depending on which bank you use if you're pushing. But if you're pulling, there shouldn't be any issue.


thanks for this, i gotta all one of my banks and get them linked!

[MG1]

...

[cafe22]

What's a good way to watch Chinese and HK dramas? A few years ago I set my parents' phones up with an app called vChannel that loaded shows via RSS feed. But over time there are more and more ads and some shows don't load or even cast to the Chromecast properly.

Can anyone recommend anything that would be easy to use? Some sort of an Android box?

I installed Kodi with icdrama for my parents so that they can watch recorded Korean, HK and Taiwan drama/variety shows.

[StylinRed]

Is there a live TV option? I know there's those android boxes with live streaming but the one I got my rents doesn't have a stream that accounts for time zones, so all the shows they might be interested in are on at like 5am :lol

[cafe22]

A lot of the Hong Kong channels block live IPTV. My parents had a TvPad box for about 3 years but last year, all the channels stopped working.

[StylinRed]

Ah I think the one my parents have is a mypad or happy pad something stupid like that, the live stations still work it's just based on HK/China time :/

I know tvb has their own android device now, even an app, maybe I'll just look at getting them one of those

[cafe22]

Yeah that's why I switched to icdrama for HK/China related shows. They are pretty active so they can watch HK news during dinner on the same day.

I heard TVB's android service is pretty shit. TVB itself has gone downhill the past 5 years IMO.

[Hondaracer]

Stylin, dunno if your parents have TV service but Telus if offering free multi culctural packages for the entire term of new TV contracts.

Of course that means paying for a TV contract if you were used to getting it for free over an Android box etc

[CRS]

TLDR: Just some gebbrish about realizing adulting is hard hahaha

Sorry guys, honestly, just wanted somewhere that I can vent it out?

I woke up today almost depressed? I dont want to use the word depressed, as I dont want to take away from people actually suffering from depression. I know it is a serious mental issue. And personally I am no where near that, maybe just woke up on the wrong side of the bed.

I don't know whats going wrong but I think I am losing interest as an enthuasist, just the hobby is expensive, looked down upon by my peers and family (except my wife), and the whole VI thing not looking to end anytime soon.

In some cases, it seems like the car thing is holding me back from achieving "more meaningful" goals in my life if you catch my drift? Like... lets pluck down 80k on a M2... or 80k can get you ahead in alot of other things... maybe its the kids growing older and not sure where the extra income is going to come from to cover all the extra expenses, the mortgage is only 8 years out of the 35 year term...

Just seems that, even thought Im getting a raise every year, it feels like I am actually less wealthy every year. Keep pinching and saving where I could and money seems to go out faster than it is coming back in....

The problem is, I dont really even have any other hobbies if that....

Maybe a drive up to Squamish will clear my head...

and for people who read this long into this unorganized, no point rant, thank you.

Fudge....

Hey man, I can empathize with this. I think that with COVID and just everyone social distancing, that human connection between others has just been lost. I almost feel like I'm just spinning my tires on some days where every day is sort of the same and things get boring.

It's super shitty and I think everyone gets that way every once in a while. Money doesn't mean happiness but it does help. Maybe it's time to branch out and see what other things you like if the current hobby is boring?

Easier said than done but maybe try gaming?

[mikemhg]

TLDR: Just some gebbrish about realizing adulting is hard hahaha

Sorry guys, honestly, just wanted somewhere that I can vent it out?

I woke up today almost depressed? I dont want to use the word depressed, as I dont want to take away from people actually suffering from depression. I know it is a serious mental issue. And personally I am no where near that, maybe just woke up on the wrong side of the bed.

I don't know whats going wrong but I think I am losing interest as an enthuasist, just the hobby is expensive, looked down upon by my peers and family (except my wife), and the whole VI thing not looking to end anytime soon.

In some cases, it seems like the car thing is holding me back from achieving "more meaningful" goals in my life if you catch my drift? Like... lets pluck down 80k on a M2... or 80k can get you ahead in alot of other things... maybe its the kids growing older and not sure where the extra income is going to come from to cover all the extra expenses, the mortgage is only 8 years out of the 35 year term...

Just seems that, even thought Im getting a raise every year, it feels like I am actually less wealthy every year. Keep pinching and saving where I could and money seems to go out faster than it is coming back in....

The problem is, I dont really even have any other hobbies if that....

Maybe a drive up to Squamish will clear my head...

and for people who read this long into this unorganized, no point rant, thank you.

Fudge....

Get into something physical. Lifting, a martial arts, something strenuous.

I've found that always has helped my seasonal depression, big time.

The toys will only make you happy temporarily, you'll get bored of the toy, and then look for the next thing to replace it. It's a never-ending chase.

[StylinRed]

Stylin, dunno if your parents have TV service but Telus if offering free multi culctural packages for the entire term of new TV contracts.

Of course that means paying for a TV contract if you were used to getting it for free over an Android box etc

Ohh that's cool, yea my rents still use Shaw for tv, it's just the Asian stations are showing older shows etc, but a deal with telus might be a good incentive for em to make a switch!

[sonick]

Get into something physical. Lifting, a martial arts, something strenuous.

I've found that always has helped my seasonal depression, big time.

The toys will only make you happy temporarily, you'll get bored of the toy, and then look for the next thing to replace it. It's a never-ending chase.

TLDR: Just some gebbrish about realizing adulting is hard hahaha

Sorry guys, honestly, just wanted somewhere that I can vent it out?

I woke up today almost depressed? I dont want to use the word depressed, as I dont want to take away from people actually suffering from depression. I know it is a serious mental issue. And personally I am no where near that, maybe just woke up on the wrong side of the bed.

I don't know whats going wrong but I think I am losing interest as an enthuasist, just the hobby is expensive, looked down upon by my peers and family (except my wife), and the whole VI thing not looking to end anytime soon.

In some cases, it seems like the car thing is holding me back from achieving "more meaningful" goals in my life if you catch my drift? Like... lets pluck down 80k on a M2... or 80k can get you ahead in alot of other things... maybe its the kids growing older and not sure where the extra income is going to come from to cover all the extra expenses, the mortgage is only 8 years out of the 35 year term...

Just seems that, even thought Im getting a raise every year, it feels like I am actually less wealthy every year. Keep pinching and saving where I could and money seems to go out faster than it is coming back in....

The problem is, I dont really even have any other hobbies if that....

Maybe a drive up to Squamish will clear my head...

and for people who read this long into this unorganized, no point rant, thank you.

Fudge....

Towards the end of 2019 I was in a pretty bad spot with work stress as well as just the monotony of adult life. I had been seeing a therapist which helped a bit, but in the new year 2020 I started gratitude journaling on a weekly basis having read some positive effects from it. Essentially every Sunday night I reflect on 5 things I was grateful for and why.

Not sure if it was a coincidence with COVID, but my approach to my day to day perspective gradually changed for the better. Even though nothing around me had been happening, I was happy and grateful for what I did have in my life.

It wasn't an immediate change, I was forcing myself to go through the actions but eventually the habit bled into my day to day.

I admit to a bit of boredom since the holidays causing me to buy random things, but it's definitely not the dark mindset I had last year.

I would suggest seeking therapy, or looking into gratitude or mindfulness activities (which I consider working out or physical activity to be) as it definitely had a positive impact for me.

That and also CBD lol.

[Hondaracer]

Ohh that's cool, yea my rents still use Shaw for tv, it's just the Asian stations are showing older shows etc, but a deal with telus might be a good incentive for em to make a switch!

Yea there are quite extensive Chinese channels I believe. But I’d confirm the packs are what your parents actually watch

[EvoFire]

TLDR: Just some gebbrish about realizing adulting is hard hahaha

Sorry guys, honestly, just wanted somewhere that I can vent it out?

I woke up today almost depressed? I dont want to use the word depressed, as I dont want to take away from people actually suffering from depression. I know it is a serious mental issue. And personally I am no where near that, maybe just woke up on the wrong side of the bed.

I don't know whats going wrong but I think I am losing interest as an enthuasist, just the hobby is expensive, looked down upon by my peers and family (except my wife), and the whole VI thing not looking to end anytime soon.

In some cases, it seems like the car thing is holding me back from achieving "more meaningful" goals in my life if you catch my drift? Like... lets pluck down 80k on a M2... or 80k can get you ahead in alot of other things... maybe its the kids growing older and not sure where the extra income is going to come from to cover all the extra expenses, the mortgage is only 8 years out of the 35 year term...

Just seems that, even thought Im getting a raise every year, it feels like I am actually less wealthy every year. Keep pinching and saving where I could and money seems to go out faster than it is coming back in....

The problem is, I dont really even have any other hobbies if that....

Maybe a drive up to Squamish will clear my head...

and for people who read this long into this unorganized, no point rant, thank you.

Fudge....

You aren't alone. I've been feeling exactly the same. For me there are things that I took for granted, like going out for food, or going to the grocery store together with my wife. We have a 16 month old and we haven't been to Superstore as a family. Before shit closed down in March we were already on high alert in Jan/Feb and limited taking the little one out. Little things that brought joy like heading out for dessert after dinner is no longer possible.

Funny you mention a M2. I plopped down for a M3 two years back. Huge step in life and Euro Delivery was amazing. Nowadays the M3 sits for weeks on end not driven because it's easier to just take the SUV. I've filling the M3 once every 6 weeks, maybe if even.

I'm questioning my enthusiast card as well. Covid, life, priorities have all changed from a few years ago. With WFH being life now, trading in the M3 for a bigger house with some office space doesn't seem like such a bad idea.

I don't feel the money pinch as much cause I think my salary gains have far outpaced inflation, but it has not kept up with housing though. The housing pinch is real.

Yeah rants.... some days it's bad when I get up in the morning. I find myself craving for a pour of whiskey or henny at night a lot. Just a word of advice, resist the urge. The alcohol really messes my mental health up and I feel it can easily spiral out of control.

[UnknownJinX]

Well, that was quick. The curse of Mustang strikes one of my friends.

He told me that he is following my other friend's Civic Si, and he is following my other friend on a highway. Light turned yellow, and he thought my other friend was gonna drive through the light. Nope. I am actually surprised and glad that the collision was relatively minor. Still, he told me it's gonna cost a few grand to fix everything.

Just kind of hilarious as he showed it to me as I am a Camaro owner, LOL. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210125/cc437a492156d85e46d78fdef43c96c6.jpg

[Hondaracer]

Curse of shit drivers more like it..

[nismodrifter]

I need tires mounted in Kelowna.

Tires are going on a set of custom made wheels.
I need the installer to be proficient, handling them with care and avoiding any damage.

Any suggestions as to who I can trust would be most appreciated.

[whitev70r]

Well, that was quick. The curse of Mustang strikes one of my friends.

He told me that he is following my other friend's Civic Si, and he is following my other friend on a highway. Light turned yellow, and he thought my other friend was gonna drive through the light. Nope. I am actually surprised and glad that the collision was relatively minor. Still, he told me it's gonna cost a few grand to fix everything.

Just kind of hilarious as he showed it to me as I am a Camaro owner, LOL.

Damn ... that's gotta be awkward rear ending a friend.

[whitev70r]

anyone has a good recommend for juice cleanse?
Damn ... they are $$$$$!

[UnknownJinX]

Curse of shit drivers more like it..I don't think the guy has much experience behind the wheel, or at least he hasn't been driving for a while.Damn ... that's gotta be awkward rear ending a friend.Yep, and now he has a friend with a Camaro that's gonna poke fun about it all the time, LOL.

The other guy actually has a Hellcat as well, so each of us has a pony from the Big 3.

[punkwax]

Damn ... that's gotta be awkward rear ending a friend.

:hay:

[Presto]

Chongga is the most popular brand, but I find it to be way too salty. I like Jongga (yes very similar names) it's a bit funky and sour and not too salty.


Thanks for the suggestion!

Didn't see Chongga at the Hmart. The prolific brand seemed to be Jongga. I went with the small 750g to try out, and we like it.

[skiiipi]

I need tires mounted in Kelowna.

Tires are going on a set of custom made wheels.
I need the installer to be proficient, handling them with care and avoiding any damage.

Any suggestions as to who I can trust would be most appreciated.

have you tried august motors?

[Liquid_o2]

Probably a silly question.

I need to order something off of Amazon.com as the product I need currently isn't available in Canada.

Amazon.com states the following:
AmazonGlobal Shipping + $17.68
Estimated Import Fees Deposit + $6.90

I'm fine with paying those fees. Has anyone had to pay duty + import fees that are significantly higher than what Amazon.com estimates? I don't want to get screwed over and pay an additional $50 on top of what is listed.

[RCubed]

Probably a silly question.

I need to order something off of Amazon.com as the product I need currently isn't available in Canada.

Amazon.com states the following:
AmazonGlobal Shipping + $17.68
Estimated Import Fees Deposit + $6.90

I'm fine with paying those fees. Has anyone had to pay duty + import fees that are significantly higher than what Amazon.com estimates? I don't want to get screwed over and pay an additional $50 on top of what is listed.

The use Pitney Bowes as a broker and all fees are prepaid. Never had an issue with additional fees, but they are slow because they first send the package to their distribution center.

[GLOW]

i've only bought a handful of times this way and did not require me to pay anything more than estimated...no guarantee though i think.

[Liquid_o2]

The use Pitney Bowes as a broker and all fees are prepaid. Never had an issue with additional fees, but they are slow because they first send the package to their distribution center.

I'm fine if it takes a few weeks, no rush. Says I'll get it by mid-Feb.

Thanks for the info. I think I'll take the chance as I won't be able to head across the border for a while.

[EuterVanWasser]

Hey all, any recommendations for a restaurant in East Van / Burnaby that does a good Peking duck to go? Wife's birthday and she wants a Peking duck dinner. Help a gwai-lo out here bois!

[whitev70r]

Pretty unique request but Yaohan T&T has that option. Never tried it though.

Here is another, more like BBQ duck with the crepes in one kit, in Burnaby:
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/785796688955935/

If you really want to go all out, $80+ each, around Broadway and Pine though Old Beijing Roast Duck (http://www.oldbeijingroastduck.com/)

[Presto]

Happy Groundhog Day!
Apparently, spring is coming early (https://www.citynews1130.com/2021/02/02/early-spring-groundhog-day/).

[highfive]

Hey all, any recommendations for a restaurant in East Van / Burnaby that does a good Peking duck to go? Wife's birthday and she wants a Peking duck dinner. Help a gwai-lo out here bois!

It’s all about having it hot when eating it.

Hopewell on first ave marketplace is pretty good. T and t sells one in a box where you can bake it at home. Or request for one from the bbq place and do what restaurants do and cook the skin with a nice hot oil bath if you’re have a wok to create thst crispy skin

[Obsideon]

Pretty unique request but Yaohan T&T has that option. Never tried it though.

Here is another, more like BBQ duck with the crepes in one kit, in Burnaby:
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/785796688955935/

If you really want to go all out, $80+ each, around Broadway and Pine though Old Beijing Roast Duck (http://www.oldbeijingroastduck.com/)

Take it with a grain of salt but I've had 2 friends try Old Beijing Roast Duck and they said it wasn't worth it at all. And they normally spend quite a bit at dinners. Because of their comments I have not been there personally.

You can probably get decent peking duck at most Chinese restaurants like Sun Sui Wah, Kirin, etc...

[StylinRed]

+1 to Old Beijing duck sucking

[xxxrsxxx]

Quan Ju De Beijing Duck House on Cambie and 12th is a famous China chain for Peking duck. They make a whole presentation about it and lights the whole duck on fire in front of you.

[StylinRed]

Quan Ju De Beijing Duck House on Cambie and 12th is a famous China chain for Peking duck. They make a whole presentation about it and lights the whole duck on fire in front of you.

Wow I must be living under a rock, didn't know we got one here! But its a fusion style restaurant hmm... Still gotta give it a shot one of these days $98 for roast duck, last time I had duck at that price it was in Australia and deep fried, but you got the whole duck


Edit: eh reviews r meh too

[sonick]

I've had peking duck a handful of times for takeout since covid, and it still hits the spot despite being lukewarm.

Most places that do peking duck normally would have it available for takeout, so just look for the place that has the best reviews.

Dunno of how it compares, I've taken peking duck out from Happy Day Cafe in Richmond and it was fine.

[inv4zn]

So we bought a new toaster oven and the only place it can sit is on the counter next to the gas stovetop. There's about 4 inches of space between the stovetop grille and the side of the oven.

Any tips or links to help keep the side of the toaster oven clean from splatter? Standup shield? Some sort of adhesive covering on the toaster oven? Because heat is a concern it obviously can't be paper or plastic.

[6793026]

there are those stand up tin foil guards... should be available at a lot of palces..

[6793026]

+1 to Old Beijing duck sucking

I can see where you are coming from. I have had 2 types of people... some who have never been and they say it's expensive.. .well.. it's like saying "i would never buy a porsche when an audi is just as good" "Have you sat in one before and had a good test drive" "No. There's no need cause I read about the reviews ".... well fuck off.

No diff than fine dining at Mott 32; BBQ pork $25 at parker Place for 2 pounds versus bbq plumo iberico pork with yellow mountain honey $52 dollars for 7 pieces....
The melt in your mouth iberico pork tenderness is legit. Went to Michelin-starred Hong Kong which also does the mott 32 bbq..is exactly identical in flavor and standards. Have to appreciate that quality control.

Old beijing from beginning to end, 90 dollars a duck,... you are getting what you are paying for.

Am I going to eat it everyday, hells no. Can I appreciate their efforts..yup. Will others? that's within the eye of the beholder.....

Woudl I ever do take out.. no. The ONLY way i would do take out (during covid) is pick up from the store and drive to the closest park and eat / tailgate / trunk of my SUV on a sunny day...

[StylinRed]

When my gf at the time and I went it was a few years ago, the duck was dry and tasted like it was reheated from a previous day, it was bleegh and that was me insisting on trying it out even though I heard ppl saying it sucked :lol


(old Beijing, not quan ju de, haven't tried them in Canada)

[MG1]

Holy Howie Meeker, tried the spam musubi from Manpuku today. $2.85 each, but so good. I’ve never seen it there before. Japanese Mayo under the slab of spam that’s been cooked to perfection. The teriyaki sauce was not overpowering and the rice was heavenly. Not squished but kept it’s shape. It doesn’t have the tamago on top like the ones from Fujiya, but it’s not needed. Worth every penny. Did I mention it’s big?

[Obsideon]

Quan Ju De Beijing Duck House on Cambie and 12th is a famous China chain for Peking duck. They make a whole presentation about it and lights the whole duck on fire in front of you.

This place I can personally say I've dined and my opinion on their duck is ... quite meh. While it was decent, for $100 a pop you would think you get the WHOLE duck. Nope it's just 1 course, the skin. I assume the rest of it is used for their other dishes? So I pay $98 for the skin and have to pay another $30-$40 for the rest of each dish...

I actually wanted to go there to try their "4D" experience room however they said it wasn't ready yet.

[SSM_DC5]

anyone forward their yahoo emails to gmail? it seems to have stopped working

[Obsideon]

Woman who used Gorilla Glue as hairspray gets first removal treatment from L.A. plastic surgeon (https://nationalpost.com/news/world/after-all-else-fails-surgeon-offers-to-help-woman-who-used-gorilla-glue-as-hairspray-report")
:fulloffuck:

[MG1]

Was thinking of getting this or the Yamaha.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zXKLze7RfeY

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OwXUkq37e6E

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sFQAWNY4lsg

Damn, so cool that you can get so many sounds. The plus of no leaky pads or reed issues, plus embouchure issues. I've played everything from flute, clarinet to bach (Herald) trumpets and tuba. The sound is so digital and edgy. Silicone implant titties kind of thing. Anyway, like any instrument, it still requires human touch. I just have to get past the whole concept.........

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ckCYknE1JjI

Look at the gorgeous instruments in the background. Gotta admit, I hope we never get away from the real instruments.


Coltrane, Dizzy Gillespie, Maurice Andre, on real instruments.......... no comparison. Still, I can see the value in this technology.

[Manic!]

So i have been talking to this company over the phone that wants to install a skilled base gaming machine in our store. It has 100's of skill based games and customers can win money. this is the machine.

https://i.imgur.com/0IvVGOu.jpg

It's a fckn video lottery terminal. No way this is legal in B.C. but they claim it is. The lady on the phone claims they have lots in our area but can't give me a location. The manager is going to call m next. I'm going to see if I can get one.

[Hondaracer]

Is there any place or anyone have any recommendations where I can get total blood work done that is detailed to the point of vitamin deficiencies, testosterone, etc.

Any place I can just pay and have extensive testing done as opposed to trying to get a referral etc

[mikemhg]

Is there any place or anyone have any recommendations where I can get total blood work done that is detailed to the point of vitamin deficiencies, testosterone, etc.

Any place I can just pay and have extensive testing done as opposed to trying to get a referral etc

Go through a naturopath.

Catalyst Kinetics Group on Edmonds has a few that can send off those types of testing for you.

[racerman88]

Go through a naturopath.

Catalyst Kinetics Group on Edmonds has a few that can send off those types of testing for you.


I go there and have been happy with all the different treatments I have used.


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[skiiipi]

This place I can personally say I've dined and my opinion on their duck is ... quite meh. While it was decent, for $100 a pop you would think you get the WHOLE duck. Nope it's just 1 course, the skin. I assume the rest of it is used for their other dishes? So I pay $98 for the skin and have to pay another $30-$40 for the rest of each dish...

I actually wanted to go there to try their "4D" experience room however they said it wasn't ready yet.

I agree on QJD on cambie being disappointing.
Mott 32 was much better...and was my opinion the best Peking Duck in Vancouver....I hope they reopen soon.

[sonick]

Not sure if worth a new thread or not, but Tiger Woods involved in serious car accident, currently in surgery for multiple leg injuries:

https://twitter.com/Daniel_Rapaport/status/1364300162110136321

Hopefully nothing career-ending, especially after all the surgeries he had in the past and the recent successes he's had.

[ImportPsycho]

https://www.citynews1130.com/2021/02/24/school-dress-code-grade-12/


Karis says she was told that the dress she was wearing was inappropriate and that it made her teacher — a woman — and a male student uncomfortable because it reminded them of a slip.

WUT!!!
Boys are felling uncomfortable because this girl's dress is looking too hot?
:fulloffuck:

[ssjGoku69]

What's a "slip"?

The only way I can see it being inappropriate is not being weather appropriate for winter

https://www.saanichnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/24328425_web1_Kamloops-teen-dress1.jpg

[StylinRed]

A slip as in a nighty/pj thing

I mean it does look like one kind of, but nothing about her dress looks inappropriate

The teacher probably just doesn't like her

[highfive]

she's wearing a damn turtleneck too...

lol

male student would've been made fun of back in the day..hahaha

[StylinRed]

They said the dude is a TA prolly that teachers son :lol

[MG1]

A slip, I believe, is worn under dresses and skirts to prevent light from getting through so as not to show anything inappropriate. Also keeps perspiration off of dresses and skirts. Dresses and skirts hang better if slips are worn. Not the kind of thing you wear on the outside. She's just weird. Trying to be different. There's nothing distracting about what she is wearing other than it's gross and offensive to the eye. And I'm not even into fashion. Her mom has no idea what her daughter is doing because mom doesn't know how to wear clothes............

Slips are also worn as lingerie. Had its beginnings as petticoat.


And what's with the comment, boys need to control themselves and girls should not have to cover up? Girls want to dress up like a whore, so be it. It's a free world, I guess.

[AzNightmare]

I can see some "lacey" trim on the top and bottom, those areas look a bit lingerie inspired. But meh, in this day and age, I wouldn't expect that would be something too alarming. I honestly wouldn't have noticed or put those two connections together on my own.

[Manic!]

7% PST coming in BC for all carbonated beverages that are sweetened. Starting July 1st.

[whitev70r]

In case anyone was interested in why all the hoopla about Dr. Seuss, you can 'draw' your own conclusions:

https://images.indianexpress.com/2021/03/dr-seuss.jpg

https://www.pragmaticmom.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/racist-side-of-dr-seuss-850x1102.jpg

https://cdn.theatlantic.com/thumbor/_35FdfU6stMfSIeGeXetrbUk8dE=/media/img/posts/2017/01/seuss/original.jpg