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  1. darkestfenix

    Why doesn't my mechanic want to use my parts?

    2.5 years ago, wife had both front bearings replaced on her audi a4 at my mechanic. 250$ per bearing + labour Bearing is now finished again. Warranty was only 2 years. My mechanic says each bearing is now 500$ + labour. He only uses "quality" parts... well fuck it didn't even last 3 years. The...
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    Montreal Grand Prix - Where to sit with general entry?

    I got general tickets for practice and qualifications. Where do you guys suggest setting up shop? Also, can I go in with a bicycle or gotta walk there? Sent from my LM-G850 using Tapatalk
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    Extensive use of plastic on engine and cars - longterm ownership?

    I came across this video of a mechanic working on a Charger. https://www.tiktok.com/@rastamanbuilds/video/7212417374610263342 I haven't really done much work on any recent cars, so 0 aware of how commonplace this is. But the quick things he pointed out that are made of plastic: Oil Filter...
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    Corvette + Speed + Another Car + Lamppost = ????

    Project car
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    Parking ticket

    When a cop leaves a parking ticket on your windshield, do they just check your license plate or also double check the VIN?
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    Dry Ice Blasting - Mugen NSX undercarriage

    I didn't even know this was a thing. So satisfying to watch. https://www.youtube.com/HyKmf-XffAo
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    Towing a car from Gatineau *** Ostentatious automotive icon delivered **** Post 6

    I just bought a car in Gatineau. I hired a towing company in the area with good reviews online to pick it up this Friday and bring it home to Montreal. First time doing this. Should the towing company provide anything to me ahead of time? Should the dealer be getting something from the tow...
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    Don't hang anything from your rear-view mirror; Police 'gon police with a 170$ ticket

    https://www.journaldemontreal.com/2020/08/10/vos-sapins-et-des-en-minou-pourraient-vous-couter-171 Overzealous or what?
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    Machine shop for a slight overbore and honing?

    Need a machine shop to overbore and hone a block according to my specs. The other forums are dead and most of the info is old. Anyone know a reputable shop that they do (or have done) business with? Right now I have: Atelier Mécanique Champion (La Prairie) Innotech Moteur (Repentigny) I...
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    Hawkesbury. ON - Quebec driver doing 271 km/hr in a 110 zone - Lime Green Hellcat

    Someone on MR? Are those winter tires or all seasonals? One tire blew out.
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    Semi truck performs a U-turn on the Jacques Cartier Bridge

    https://montreal.ctvnews.ca/mobile/camera-captures-truck-making-dangerous-u-turn-on-montreal-s-jacques-cartier-bridge-1.4890623 The 53-foot trailer truck was travelling towards Montreal on the bridge when the driver performed the ill-advised U-turn near the Parc Jean-Drapeau exit around 9:35...
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    Plus de 100 km/h au-dessus de la limite avec la Porsche de sa grand-maman

    https://www.journaldemontreal.com/2020/04/07/plus-de-100km-h-au-dessus-de-la-limite-avec-la-porsche-de-sa-grand-maman Roads are finally empty. People can finally do some pulls without having to think about traffic. But everyday, one person gets caught. I would do a pull like that on a highway...
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    190 km/h on Highway 132... then crash; someone from here?

    https://montreal.ctvnews.ca/motorist-picks-up-almost-1-700-fine-after-crashing-into-concrete-wall-1.4876842 MR?
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    John Wick 3

    Updated with trailer!
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    Electrician to recommend for a job in south shore?

    As the title states. Send PM or respond to thread. Need an electrician for a small 2-3 day job. Month of October. Thanks guys Sent from my BBB100-1 using Tapatalk
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    A'PEXi Apexi WS2 catback dual tip cat back exhaust s2000 AP1 AP2

    S2000 Apexi WS2 exhaust that I removed from the car to put it back to stock. I had an exhaust leak and thought it was at the connection with the catalyser but it's a crack on the resonator. See pictures. Easy fix for someone that can weld. My loss is your gain. Besides the crack everything is in...
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    Oil additives and stabilizers

    Can someone explain the point of using them? I always see bottles at autoparts stores but think of them as gimmicks with how synthetic oils are nowadays. Are they worth the money? Any "real" advantages? Curious to hear from people. I knew one member that used to swear by Bardahl B1-B2. I...
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    Want to escape Montreal taxes & come to the suburbs? The Island will still find you!

    Want to escape Montreal taxes & come to the suburbs? The Island will still find you! http://www.lapresse.ca/actualites/grand-montreal/201801/08/01-5149344-vers-une-taxe-sur-les-stationnements-de-la-grande-region-de-montreal.php It's an article from January. Can't believe someone actually...
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    1981 BMW M1 for sale -

    First time I ever see one for sale: https://www.ebay.com/itm/1981-BMW-M1-M1/142548525404?hash=item21308de15c:g:cmEAAOSwTqdZraBb&vxp=mtr&autorefresh=true
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