It is finally happening, I posted my MGB for sale on autotrader. I fixed the last few little issues this weekend and it is running really well. I gave it a bath this afternoon and snapped some photos for the listing. I still love it when I drive it; but it time to move on into something more modern and less maintenance.
Let me know if you have any ideas to improve the listing:
https://classics.autotrader.com/classic-cars/1973/mg/mgb/101880260
Alright Oppos, I am eyeing my next car purchase and currently have it narrowed down to either a first gen Porsche Boxster S (986) or a latest gen Mazda MX-5 (ND). I can get either in good condition with reasonable miles with a manual transmission for ~$20k. Expected maintenance costs and downtime will play a big factor in my theoretical choice.
FYI - I've looked into the IMS issue on Boxsters and have convinced myself that on 50k+ mile examples it is not that big of a risk.
What is your pick and why?
The Stats:
First Gen Porsche Boxster S (986)
1996-2003
3.2L flat 6
6MT
RWD
Mid-Engine
Maximum power : 256 HP / 260 PS / 191 kW @ 6200 rpm
Maximum torque : 228 lb-ft / 310 Nm @ 4700 rpm
Curb Weight: 2910 lbs / 1320 Kg
Weight-Power Output Ratio: 5.1 kg/hp
Trunk / Boot capacity: 9.2 cu-ft / 260 L
Mazda MX-5 ND
2016 -Current (though 16-18 models are in my $20k price range)
2.0L I4
6MT
RWD
Front-Mid Engine
Maximum power: 158 HP / 160 PS / 118 kW @ 6000 rpm
Maximum torque : 147 lb-ft / 200 Nm @ 4600 rpm
Curb Weight: 2403 lbs / 1090 Kg
Weight-Power Output Ratio : 6.8 kg/hp
Trunk / Boot capacity : 4.6 cu-ft / 130 L
@ssfancy said in Dodge Jailbreak:
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I concur. I fully support a $1k color customization package on all cars.
Bring back the paint colors!
@darkcreamybeer Tough choice. The Z4 will be MUCH easier to work on, as the engine bay is easily accessible. The boxster will be a slightly more engaging drive. Both would be very fun, and your kid should count themselves very lucky!
@manwich Architect here. There is some good info above, but I will add my advice.
Never put shingles on top of existing shingles. If you read the warranty terms and conditions on the new shingles, it will specifically prohibit this. The only time the IBC allows a new roof to go on top of existing roof is when you put modified bitumen roofing on top of a traditional asphalt built up roof. And even this can only be done only once before you have to tear everything off and start from scratch.
On the low slope roof, you need to put an ice and water shield membrane underneath the new shingles. You could switch roofing types at the low slope roof, but that would probably look funny and be more expensive.
Make sure you get a joint manufacturer/installer warranty. The manufacturer guarantees that the product will perform for a period of time if properly installed per their instructions. The installation warranty (from the roofer) guarantees that it was properly installed per manufacturer's instructions.
The big thing to watch out for is the vented vs. unvented attic conditions. It seems like you may have a combination of both conditions at your house. The fact that you have had ice build up on the roof indicates that their is a problem with your existing insulation and venting. Here is a decent primer on venting: venting primer.
Open and closed cell spray foams are not interchangeable. You need to make sure you choose the correct insulation, venting, and roofing conditions for each of your roof types (attic vs. no attic, vented vs. non-vented). Failure to do so will result in water vapor condensing in an uncontrolled location, which will lead to mold and rot.
If you contractor isn't able to clearly explain your different roofing assemblies, and how they will handle condensation at each different assembly, you either need to find a different contractor or hire an architect to design the different assemblies for your different conditions.
@skyfire77 There is only one choice:
Toyota announced a manual transmission option for the 2023 3.0 Supra. Does this change anyone's mind about the car? Does this put it on anyone's short list for a new purchase?
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@pyroholtz said in Bachelor Parties When You're Old:
target shooting place or a distillery to visit
My recommendation is to set up a weekend long Olympic decathlon. With event medalists and overall medalists. In each event 1st place gets 5 points, 2nd place gets 3 points, 3rd place gets 1 point. Last place gets -3 points.
You can make your own events, below are suggestions:
Find one bar that has shuffle board, darts, and billiards and make an afternoon of it.
non-decathlon events:
sporting clays (private lesson if you have a good chunk of noobs)
brewery tour
distillery tour
paint ball
@MidEngine I second everyone saying "vanguard index fund". They get my all of my investment money after I have maxed out the 401k.
@BicycleBuck said in Bicycle nerds assemble: should I buy this?:
road noise, and provide much better NVH [noise, vibration, harshness] than aluminum frames." Agreed. Jobst Brandt and I had a discussion over Usenet about this very thing. I posited that the reason people view aluminum frames as "harsh" is the noise that they make. He agreed.
I love a good lugged steel frame. The big advantage over welded frames is the ability to use thinner tubing which helps reduce weight. A lot of the concerns about thicker tubing being needed for welding is mitigated by butting the tubes - making them thicker at the ends and thinner in the middle. That process is expensive. Lugged frames can use thinner tubing over the full length, thereby reducing weight using less expensive tubing.
They are also quite beautiful when done
I will 100% defer to Jobst Brandt; that dude knows his stuff.
@Peter_Black Probably not much heavier than an aluminum frame. Maybe 2 lbs difference.
Lugged steel frames use thin wall steel tubes which are brazed together, not welded. Welded steel frames have to use thick walls to allow for the welding.
Lugged steel frames are also much more flexible, absorb road noise, and provide much better NVH than aluminum frames. Unless you are racing or live near the ocean, lugged steel is my recommendation.
Buy every lugged steel bike frame that fits you. Swap out every other component until you have your perfect bike. Steel is real. Especially on commuter bikes and city bikes.
@amoore100 I love the top and bottom pic (the rear and the profile); but don't love the face. I'm glad it doesn't have huge fake grills, but the headlights are too linear and the blank Tesla nose doesn't quite work.
Still way better looking than any new Lexus grill or BMW grill though.
@Gabriella I tried to help out and fill out the form, but it is definately for UK residents only. In the USA we have very different regulations and laws.
@ash78 Not sure if you are serious or not, but the BLM in this URL is not referring to the Bureau of Land Management, it is referring to the Black Lives Matter movement.
If you visit the website, they make this very clear.
@partypooper2012 Depending on where you live, build a bat box. Much cooler than a birdhouse (IMHO), better for the local eco system, and much fewer flying insects around afterwards.
@ClassicDatsunDebate Great song and great cover!
@Nibby I concur that the classic version looks better than the sport. I would not own that interior out of warranty under any circumstances. I imagine needing to replace the dash in 7 years would total the car.
