That thing has ABS? Really?My 60 had anti lock brakes before they were cool.
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What are anti lock brakes?
I drive a 50 year old Landcruiser. Do you mean disc brakes? I’ve got those on all 4 wheels.
I drive a 50 year old Landcruiser. Do you mean disc brakes? I’ve got those on all 4 wheels.
GTSSportCoupe
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What are anti lock brakes?
I drive a 50 year old Landcruiser. Do you mean disc brakes? I’ve got those on all 4 wheels.
ABS for me is -> I'm braking and my front tires locked up, okay, I'll feather the brakes a bit.... LOL
Sure. Stock 60 brakes suck ass.
Couldn't lock them up on dry pavement if you wanted to.
Driverless cars is a bit like when marine autopilots started getting paired with chart plotters. Could program in your whole route, complete with course changes.
A lot of them had waypoints pre programmed in.
Some people actually complained that if more than one person was using this in a particular area the boats would be on the same track and therefore might collide.
It was suggested they look out the ****ing window and watch where they're going.
A lot of them had waypoints pre programmed in.
Some people actually complained that if more than one person was using this in a particular area the boats would be on the same track and therefore might collide.
It was suggested they look out the ****ing window and watch where they're going.
Got me. Fair and square.... D'oh!
I might disagree. If I hadn't had mine tuned up Teri and I wouldn't be here today. Guy cut me off coming into Jingle Pot on the hill.
I'd have never believed in a million years that truck would stop that fast, just glad it did.
Swap in an 80 series booster and master… it’ll lock them up on dry pavement. That is if you have a strong vacuum pump. Or go hydro boost and they’ll work. It’ll lock all four discs on dry pavement in my 4700 lb+ 40 series with a sharp jab of two fingers.
Been there done that, still mediocre at best.
Same parts in my 40 make it do a nose stand.
I'm used to it now, but a brake job is coming soon, might wait till spring and warmer weather .
Happy to see that old BJ74 that was for sale here has gone to a good home in Kimberly. I'm driving to Kelowna Monday
to pick up a pick up box, so taking the Tundra but it's coming from over there. The guy offered to meet me halfway. I was
actually looking forward to the whole drive across the passes. But towing a trailer with the Tundra so it's definitely easier.
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to pick up a pick up box, so taking the Tundra but it's coming from over there. The guy offered to meet me halfway. I was
actually looking forward to the whole drive across the passes. But towing a trailer with the Tundra so it's definitely easier.
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1989 BJ74 24v RHD So I bought this truck recently off Vancouver Island, I believe I'm the 3rd owner since import but who knows.. If anyone recognizes it or knows some of the history that would be great, I didn't get as much info as I would have liked. It's a great truck with lots...
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I know we have a guy here making guitars, but this one caught my eye today while interweb surfing.
Lorne Collie holds a guitar made from a moose antler at his home in Hope, B.C. Lorne is 88 yrs old.
I just think this is one epic guitar, made by what has to be a pretty interesting guy. Just cool.
Lorne Collie holds a guitar made from a moose antler at his home in Hope, B.C. Lorne is 88 yrs old.
I just think this is one epic guitar, made by what has to be a pretty interesting guy. Just cool.
And here I thought they killed off Herschel in season 4....I know we have a guy here making guitars, but this one caught my eye today while interweb surfing.
Lorne Collie holds a guitar made from a moose antler at his home in Hope, B.C. Lorne is 88 yrs old.
I just think this is one epic guitar, made by what has to be a pretty interesting guy. Just cool.
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GTSSportCoupe
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WOW, big news from Japan. Honda Nissan merger:
Hopefully with Honda on board Nissan won't have any repeats on the automatic Nissan Versa. The V-Belt drive is prone to fail between 10-100,000 km which then turns the car into an expensive paperweight.
And by ten, I mean 10 km not 10k. I looked at some lower (120k km) mileage Versa that needed a new transmission that cost more than the car was worth. I considered getting a new transmission with 30-40 k on them for &1500. When I researched it more it could potentially fail again at any time. Nissan says they last if maintained properly… but drivers state that’s not the case.
Nissan made the Figaro. That's enough for me. Forever motor. Not to mention our old
720 pick up, which the rust gods claimed but is still running somewhere I'm sure bulletproof Z24!!
720 pick up, which the rust gods claimed but is still running somewhere I'm sure bulletproof Z24!!
GTSSportCoupe
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We're looking for someone who will probably be impossible to find/attract. But if you know someone with these skills who wants to be in $$Victoria$$, please feel free to pass this on. I can say it is a pretty neat place to work if you like variety and challenge:
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Organizational Unit
University of Victoria -> Faculty of Science -> Physics & Astronomy
Location
University of Victoria - Victoria, BC V8W 2Y2 CA (Primary)
Posting Close Date
3 February 2025
Please note that positions will close at 4 p.m. on the closing date.
FTE
1.0
Salary Grade
$7,004.00 - $7,366.00
Additional Posting Information:
N/A
Salary posted will be pro-rated based on FTE and achieved as per the collective agreement, if applicable.
Classification
Technician/PB13B
Hours of Work
Monday to Friday; 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Employee Group:
CUPE 951 - Regular
# of Hires Needed
1
Category
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair
About this Opportunity
The University of Victoria is one of Victoria's largest employers and one of Canada’s best diversity employers. Together we are more than 5,000 dedicated faculty, librarians and staff supporting the University of Victoria’s diverse academic programs, world-class research and commitment to civic engagement.
Applicants must have Red Seal/Interprovincial Standard Certificate.
Job Summary
The Faculty of Science Machine Shop provides support to the teaching and research programs within the departments of Physics & Astronomy, Chemistry, School of Earth and Ocean Sciences, Biology, and Biochemistry & Microbiology.
As part of the lab team, this position maintains and repairs teaching and research laboratory equipment; designs and fabricates custom scientific equipment (using both manual and CNC machines) based on verbal descriptions, samples, prototypes, or drawings; tests finished products for performance and safety; operates a variety of machines to perform machining, welding, sheet metal, and woodworking tasks in a timely manner; and must regularly service, repair, clean and upgrade shop equipment. This position also provides supervision and assistance/guidance to students (graduate and undergraduate), and other shop users with their projects in the shop, andliaises with faculty, staff, researchers and students the Faculty of Science and within the university community.
Job Requirements
Skills:
Must be a fully trained machinist, Journeyman level.
Experience:
Preference is given to skills developed in a professional environment though self-taught skill development is an added benefit that demonstrates a passion for the trade.
Experience with welding (TIG, MIG, plasma-arc, oxy-acetylene, silver solder, stick welding and plastic welding), sheet metal fabrication, plastic fabrication (acrylics and other polymers), and finished woodworking are a preferred asset.
$$Victoria$$, please feel free to pass this on. I can say it is a pretty neat place to work if you like variety and challenge:Deltek Talent Management - Log in
Scientific Machinist - (993325.4)
Organizational Unit
University of Victoria -> Faculty of Science -> Physics & Astronomy
Location
University of Victoria - Victoria, BC V8W 2Y2 CA (Primary)
Posting Close Date
3 February 2025
Please note that positions will close at 4 p.m. on the closing date.
FTE
1.0
Salary Grade
$7,004.00 - $7,366.00
Additional Posting Information:
N/A
Salary posted will be pro-rated based on FTE and achieved as per the collective agreement, if applicable.
Classification
Technician/PB13B
Hours of Work
Monday to Friday; 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Employee Group:
CUPE 951 - Regular
# of Hires Needed
1
Category
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair
About this Opportunity
The University of Victoria is one of Victoria's largest employers and one of Canada’s best diversity employers. Together we are more than 5,000 dedicated faculty, librarians and staff supporting the University of Victoria’s diverse academic programs, world-class research and commitment to civic engagement.
Applicants must have Red Seal/Interprovincial Standard Certificate.
Job Summary
The Faculty of Science Machine Shop provides support to the teaching and research programs within the departments of Physics & Astronomy, Chemistry, School of Earth and Ocean Sciences, Biology, and Biochemistry & Microbiology.
As part of the lab team, this position maintains and repairs teaching and research laboratory equipment; designs and fabricates custom scientific equipment (using both manual and CNC machines) based on verbal descriptions, samples, prototypes, or drawings; tests finished products for performance and safety; operates a variety of machines to perform machining, welding, sheet metal, and woodworking tasks in a timely manner; and must regularly service, repair, clean and upgrade shop equipment. This position also provides supervision and assistance/guidance to students (graduate and undergraduate), and other shop users with their projects in the shop, andliaises with faculty, staff, researchers and students the Faculty of Science and within the university community.
Job Requirements
Skills:
- Must be a highly creative, flexible individual with the ability to improve, adapt and/or design equipment, methods, and procedures in response to changing user demands.
- Requires an individual with initiative and vision who will continually work towards improving services for our instructors, students and researchers.
- Must have excellent communication skills are essential in order to work effectively with a wide variety of shop users including students (both undergraduate and graduate), researchers, staff, and faculty.
- The ability to work efficiently and accurately in spite of interruptions and tight deadlines is expected.
- Possess superior technical ability with a wide range of machining techniques
- Proficiency in SolidWorks, Mastercam, and operation of HASS CNC mill.
- Must have a thorough knowledge of established safety practices.
Must be a fully trained machinist, Journeyman level.
Experience:
Preference is given to skills developed in a professional environment though self-taught skill development is an added benefit that demonstrates a passion for the trade.
Experience with welding (TIG, MIG, plasma-arc, oxy-acetylene, silver solder, stick welding and plastic welding), sheet metal fabrication, plastic fabrication (acrylics and other polymers), and finished woodworking are a preferred asset.
stevebradford
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And get U-victimized! Haha.
That’s a lot of skills for a medium wage!
That’s a lot of skills for a medium wage!
GTSSportCoupe
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Yup it is! We were pushing to have this put into a different union with the salary bumped up to something more substantial. Just resistance so far. It's a real bitter point. Half hoping we don't find anyone willing to work for this. Then maybe the salary bump would become a reality.
The CUPE pension/benefits are pretty decent, and add up to be six figure total package at least...
GTSSportCoupe
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People outside of the elevator mafia might actually think that's pretty good...
