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    first time looking for a dslr; suggestion.

    Here ya go: Rebel XS refurbished (@ canon store), with kit lens $399. http://shop.usa.canon.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_10051_10051_204269_-1?WT.mc_id=C126149
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    first time looking for a dslr; suggestion.

    Last xmas, i got a Canon Rebel XS, 18-55 stock lens and Canon 55-250 zoom. For $490 (Amazon). Then bought the 50mm 1.8 for $100. Great beginner set up. Does everything pretty well (No video). Great beginner / learning / hobbyist DSLR. You could probably get the same deal or better off season...
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    Interior Space plus High(er) Mileage: Does it exist?

    Saw Honda Element mentioned. When I looked at them awhile back, the rear seats moved out of the way, LOTS of room.
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    Anyone drive a camry? How many miles do they typically last? (with Pics)

    Bought a 1996 Camry XLE V6, in 2000, 75k miles. Traded it in 2009 with 188,000. Never did anything other than maintenance.
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    Want to buy a 2011-2012 Mustang V6

    Just a heads up. We had a 98 mustang when my daughter was born (2000). Two weeks later we traded it in for a Camry. Could not even get the stroller in the trunk.
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    What are a few cars that fit this?

    I own both. An '06 TL, and '06 G35. If you're interested in these and have any questions. Feel free to ask.
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    Options for a car for 1 year

    A 10 year old toyota pickup. Easy to buy / sell. Easy to take your stuff with you.
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    Any non-cell/smartphone P&S w/ wifi and direct to Facebook uploading?

    Dont' know. But take a look at the eye-fi, it's a wireless sd card. Might be a better solution for you as you can pick the camera you want. The caveat is it will only transfer when you are within range of the wirelss network(s) you specify. I think you can designate facebook as a sharing site. I...
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    Acura TSX

    Congratulations! You didn't get a bargain, few do on a TSX. But you'll have a very reliable car that is a very nice ride. Easy on gas too. You'll have no regrets (trust me, that's worth a little extra up front).
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    Acura TSX

    Used TSX's are retardedly stubborn on price. They sell very quickly around here. If you're interested a TL could probably be had at close to the same price. I have a 06 TL and highly recommend it. But even if you overpay a bit, you won't kick yourself later, it's a damn good car (TSX).
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    No heat when stopped.

    This. This takes the PITA out of bleeding the air bubbles. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...ef=oss_product
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    Just got my Rebel X2i 18-55 IS

    The canon kit lens is a zoom lens 18-55mm, with an aperture of f/3.5-5.6. The "Nifty Fifty" is a Canon 50mm fixed focal length lens (non zoom) (which for our purposes is actually more like using an 80mm lens, because the sensor in our cameras is a "crop" sensor, it's not the size of a 35mm...
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    Just got my Rebel X2i 18-55 IS

    If you ordered the Canon 50mm f1.8, and you think the 18-55mm is good in low light, you're gonna be really happy.
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    Need help with Canon new line of Powershot cameras...

    Sounds to me like you take a lot of indoor pics. I'd be looking at the canon sd4000 or s95 (both pocketable). Or move up to something bulkier (and $$), like prosumer g12. Or just bite the bullet and get an entry DSLR like rebel xs and the 50mm f1.8 lens (that's what I ended up doing).
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    Decent / cheap kids camera

    Unless you find a stupidly good deal, at $50 most of what's out there is pretty bad. But if you move up to about $75, I've seen many decent cameras on sale / clearance etc. Just watch the bargain sites.
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    Best professional quality camera for a beginner?

    I'm in the same boat as you and about 10 days before black friday I managed to pick up from Amazon a Canon Rebel XS with the 18-55 kit lens, and the 55-250mm lens for $496. Just need to pick up the 50mm f1.8 (about $95) and i'll be set. I've seen many pros recommend this combination as a superb...
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    Can anyone explain Canon SD "families" to me?

    What he said. Thanks! Was doing it from memory. Didn't go well.
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    Can anyone explain Canon SD "families" to me?

    sd3500 sd4000 is you need big zoom s95 if you don't mind the $$$.
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    best PnS for $250ish?

    Understood. Then this is pretty close to your $250. Again the Canon sd4000 : http://www.steves-digicams.com/camera-reviews/canon/powershot-sd4000-is/steves-conclusion-78.html With a new baby, getting close in low light is critical.
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    YA Need some DSLR Advice Thread

    You might take a look at the 4/3 cameras, the bodies are pretty small.
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    best PnS for $250ish?

    By the way, those are all Canons. Anyway it's a jump from what you want to spend but read the reviews. Canon s95 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...-455-_-Product
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    best PnS for $250ish?

    That's a good one. But, i'd find out what type of pictures he likes to take. Mostly outdoors, i'd be looking at a superzooms (but they are not pocket sized). Mostly indoors, id be looking at the sd4000 ($275), sd 4500 ($300 but 10x zoom), or the best of the pocket sized low light s95($400). Find...
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    Am I crazy to be thinking of doing this....

    I had my Mazdaspeed 3 seats redone with leather when I purchased the car, It was part of the deal and was an additional $1200, heated would have added about $300 more. Most dealers have a relationship with a shop is you want to just roll it up into your deal.
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    Thinking about buying a Mazdaspeed3

    I can't describe it in technical terms, but vs. the Mazda 3, the suspension feels much stiffer but not annoying, the steering feels....well...tighter, more confident taking corners at speed. On the highway going 80 it is very surefooted. It's nice to just give it a little throttle in 6th gear on...
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    Thinking about buying a Mazdaspeed3

    I consistently get 25 mpg in My Mazdaspeed3, about 50/50 highway/city. I've gotten as high as 28 taking it really easy. I haven't done a pure highway trip yet. The Cooper S is a really nice car but optioned the way i'd want it would be close to 30k, I paid 22k (plus $1200 aftermarket leather)...
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    Whining noise from rear axle

    Not necessarily...when I swapped gears on my 96 mustang gt, I had to change out the speedometer driven gear (at the transmission) to get my speedometer in sync with the new gears.
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    Mazda Speed3

    Not stupid, it's a great question. Gasoline engines are designed to "burn" the air/fuel mixture, not explode. When people talk of "pinging" or "detonation", "knock", all terms meaning the fuel is exploding. This is undesireable as the engine can be damaged and fuel economy and power will...
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    Mazda Speed3

    Another MS3 (2007) owner here. I get 26 mpg, 50% stop and go, 50% long stretches at about 50 mph. I don't baby it, I drive it enjoyably. It's a great car, I couldn't be happier. Hauls the family, great for Home Depot runs, economical, surefooted, great braking and fast. Torque steer will catch...
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    $30000 for a new car - What's good!

    Mazdaspeed 3. And you get to keep about 5k of that 30k.
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    My dad needs a new vehicle

    Mazda CX-7. AWD available. Roomy, good power (turbo 4), bout the same height as a van, good looking. I test drove one. Really nice.
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    Mazda 3 owners

    Indeed, they do. I paid $19k for my 3s, insurance gave me $15,800. (Bought Dec of 04).
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    Mazda 3 owners

    It was totalled by insurance company for flood damage. I've actually never had an accident (been licensed/driving 30 years). Surprisingly my rates haven't increased and the speed 3 is only $9 more a month to insure than the 3s sedan.
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    Mazda 3 owners

    2005 Mazda 3s Sedan (2.3) manual. Averaged 26-28 city, 32 Hwy (@80mph). It was totalled 2 weeks ago. So I bought... 2007 Mazdaspeed 3 sport. Manual (they all are). First tank 24.5, Second 25.7. Very happy with the MPG.
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    Recommend me a good suspense thriller.

    Memento Seconds (1966) Manchurian Candidate (1962)
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    Attn Sci-Fi Afficionados..

    Kinda semi-sci-fi and excellent. The Prisoner Original Twilight Zone
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    Help me buy a pair of stereo speakers.

    NHT SB3, used for $300. obo. plus shipping (offer $300 shipped). http://cls.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/cls.pl?spkrmoni&1180895088 Great speaker, well reviewed. 39Hz - 22KHz. Great bass for a smaller package (13"H x 8"W x 10"D)
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    Recomended Mobos for Overclocking

    I have that board, I bought it and a cheap sempron to learn to overclock. Easy to take 1.6 sempy to 2.6, stable too. Downside is the very hot northbridge. You'll need to spend extra for a fan or heatsink. I'm using the Thermalright HR-05 SLI and it works well, but it's and extra $25. So you...
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    Good irish rock music?

    Boomtown Rats Virgin Prunes
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    home improvements - new windows, suggestions for a place to purchase Milgard windows?

    I bought Pella windows from Lowes. They also carried Milgard. Roughly equal in price and quality.
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    Best LCD with Built-in Speakers?

    I picked up a Dell soundbar for my 19" Dell Ultrasharp LCD from ebay for about $20 new. Eliminates clutter and a wall wart ps. Two headphone inputs and a volume knob. I have a nice stereo, so I just use it for sound while surfing, and I'm very happy with it. Doesn't get very loud but perfect...