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    [Dead] Now $280 [Newegg] MSI Gaming R9 290X = $260 after $20 GF + $30 MIR

    Is this dead now? I can't find the $20 newegg offer...
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    CVT powetrains.

    I am intrigued by Subaru's decision to put a CVT in the new WRX. I guess we will find out if they can pull off a CVT in a sporty car.... Haven't seen a review of the CVT model yet.
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    Theoretical tuning for power and the CVT transmission IE New WRX

    Hello all, I've had a burning question for a little while now..... I know there isn't much love for the CVT in the enthusiast world but it looks like they are coming even with us kicking and screaming. The new 2015 WRX has the first "performance" CVT as far as I know. It works like any...
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    Cheap LED bulbs: TCP 60W Soft white 2700k 3 pack

    You guys can correct me if I am wrong but seems like a pretty good deal to me! I have not picked these up yet but TCP is a decent bulb manufacturer from what I have read. They sell many bulbs under store brand names... Wal Mart's Great Value and etc. Been looking for LED 60W equivalents since...
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    Deteriorating rubber trim on my '09 car...

    Speaking of autogeek.net... I have been searching there for the same question. They seem to love "ultima tire and trim guard" (UTTG as they call it). I have used B2B for years and it works great for a short period of time... If it rains it streaks or washes off in a matter of weeks. I just...
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    Anyone do 1/8 RC nitro buggies?

    Another vote for brushless electric! Bought a 1/8th Traxxas Slash brushless when looking for something affordable and FAST. I highly recommend the brushless d/t acceleration, maintenance, and flexibility (with lipo in mind). I bought the Slash d/t initial cost and durability for bashing. I...
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    1st gen ms3

    GT has HID lights, leather trim seats (cloth center 2007-2008.5 and alcantara 2008.5-2009) , led tails, auto climate and lights, and 6 disc BOSE over the sport. These are worthwhile upgrades but no performance as noted before NAV was still an additional cost option above GT
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    1st gen ms3

    I had and sold one. I LOVED it. It is wrong wheel drive so you can't just lay on the throttle from a stop unless you like buying tires. Some driver throttle modulation is required! Gen 1 shocks are prone to leaking but never had issue with mine. As punjabiplaya said the egr can get stuck...
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    Dell Vostro 270s from deal as HTPC

    Thanks for the info. All of the pictures on Dell's site makes the x16 slot appear mid board and not aligned with an external slot (which obviously made no sense). The only decent single slot and narrow board i have seen is a SAPPHIRE Radeon HD 6670 1GB (100326LP) on Newegg. This case is only ~4...
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    Reliable truck for around $5k?

    Personally I think the ranger is a great option. You can get one cheap an the 3.slow will never break. Consumer reports says its a reliable truck (2wd). But it is very small and underpowered as trucks go. If you need a reliable truck for occasional use, it would be a good fit
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    HD 2500 Graphics and 2d dx

    Anyone with info on the intel HD 2500 and light use for emulators or 2d/side scrollers that require directx IE Limbo, Super Meat Boy, Shank.. I don't intend to utilize it for 3d gaming but don't want it to be a slide show for the occasional steam grab 2d.... Do these games require actual...
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    Dell Vostro 270s from deal as HTPC

    So have been lurking and researching for a SFF PC to build into my home theater. I had priced up parts and weighed the pros/cons of various options. I found the Vostro 270s deal from Dell for BF and it went straight to my head with an impulse buy..... so my question are.. 1. Has anyone used...
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    Subwoofer recommendations

    For what it's worth I own the klipsch synergy sub12. I love it! It has more than enough punch with crisp clean base. I have a small home but have never found it lacking for power. I got it with an incredible best buy deal 3-4 years ago included with a klipsch surround package
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    Toyota trucks, why so many rebuilt/replaced engines?

    Any of them are going to have their problem areas but I have to say the 3.0 Vulcan in the Ford rangers are pretty bullet proof. Many go 250-300k miles before something blows. Its like justfrank said... It is all about the maintenance and luck.... Want to say the 3.3? Toyota v6 likes to randomly...
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    [DEAD?] Free Deus Ex and DX: Invisible War

    I was pretty excited about this but looks like we missed the deal. They have codes listed now but it says that they have all been claimed. Anybody else have luck with this?
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    2002 Saturn SC1, no start issue

    Had a similar problem with our 02 Saturn SL2 where it wouldn't start after sitting for a few days. It would turn over but never catch and start. Same raw gas but I believe we always had spark... Tried everything and finally figured out that I had to floor the throttle and turn it over until it...
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    iPad2: AT&T or Verizon or Wifi only? Size? Decisions...

    Can someone clarify the data plans for Verizon? I have done some research and apparently you have to pay a $35 activation fee initially in addition to the $20+ monthly data fee... If you turn off the 3g for 60+ days and then turn it back on you have to re-activate it with Verizon for a $55+...
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    LG 10x blu-ray burner, with powerdvd 9 and 3d glasses $79.99

    To sweeten the deal a little more here is the link for a media combo with $10 discount on top of the already good deal: http://www.newegg.com/Product/ComboD...t=Combo.583827 As I understand it MCSE will work... This drive is listed on their last change log as of 12/27/2010. But I would...
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    Is 157 hp and 163 pf of torque enough for a 3400 lb vehicle?

    It is a matter of perspective. If you had a minivan in 1985 157HP was absolutely unheard of and it would NEVER have been in a 4 banger! 0-60 should be around 9 seconds.... Not a fast car by any means but surely enough for hauling family around. It will probably handle better than any other...
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    LG 10x blu-ray burner, with powerdvd 9 and 3d glasses $79.99

    Active again! Must be a great drive. It has more reviews than any (BR) model on the site. In for 1. Appears you can flash this to retail firmware? Anyone have light to shed?
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    My physical therapist says to not go below parallel on squats (to my surprise)

    I'm a PT and generally the additional load on the joint surfaces, ligaments, tendons, and muscles increase the risk of damage without greatly benefiting the quads, gluteals, etc... http://www.eorthopod.com/content/want-a-healthier-knee-just-squat For a brief reference.
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    SSD Vertex 2 120GB for CDN$260+tax ($230 after MIR)

    Not too bad but looks like an artificial sale? $230 at Newegg at regular price or am I seeing something wrong? http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...SSD2-2VTXE120G
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    Any Mazda 3 owners in the house?

    I have an 07 speed 3 and never had a problem with it. Fun car and practical. There is a very good forum h++p://www.mazda3forums.com/ with tons of mazda 3 information from maintenance to reviews. I'm actually looking to sell mine for a Mustang. If anyone is interested PM me.
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    Warm: 20% off used Xbox360 games through 7/13

    Add any used Xbox 360 games to your cart. Enter coupon code 360USED into the coupon code box on your shopping cart page. Note: Only one code allowed per checkout. Proceed to checkout as normal. Your discount will be applied at checkout! TERMS AND CONDITIONS: Terms of offer subject to...
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    Is this a good C2D upgrade board? (Gigabyte GA-EP45-UD3P)

    I am upgrading from an Abit P35 pro. I just purchased this board and it is great so far but there is one issue and it is widespread! This board does not like to resume from S3 sleep. Apparently it is common on the UD3 boards with varying degrees of resolution. Revision 1.6 (the one if have) is...
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    Video card for q6600

    Long story short I have decided to improve my Q6600 @ 3.06 Ghz instead of building from scratch. I currently have an ATI 2900 xt and will shortly have 6 Gb ram. I have my system in a dual monitor configuration and want a new graphics card that will.... Blow the doors off of my 2900 Use fewer...
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    Faster socket 775?

    I built a computer in 07 and my specs are: Abit IP 35 pro mobo 4x1 GB patriot 1600 memory Ati 2900xt graphics Antec 650 watt power supply I have been on and off this forum for years and have a decent handle on overclocking + performance parts. I have a Q6600 that is stable at 3.06 Ghz...
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    Updated 9/20: Bing cashback

    Has this changed now that it is no longer live? I have done several searches today and they all end up with cash back from select stores only! If the ebay live cashback is still going then how do I access it? Is everything the same with Bing cash back?
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    $399 laptop Compaq

    Ok thank you for the quick launch info! I have tried several different versions of the Atheros 5007 driver but cannot find any reference to the gpio for ledcontrol in my registry. I have searched for atheros but the specified section of the registry doesn't exist. Has anyone had luck in getting...
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    $399 laptop Compaq

    Has anyone converted this computer to XP and still have an unknown device in the device manager? I have installed all of the XP drivers (as far as I know) and cannot figure out what is missing. The missing device falls under the Microsoft ACPI-Compliant System when sorted as by connection. Any...
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    Logitech MX518 @ Target B&M $29.99

    Can anyone confirm that this is still going on? I cannot find any proof of it on the web and the store that I went in today did not list it. I would love to pick one up and it is not Oct 1 yet! Thank you!