Since most of the OPPOnauts are probably on PC (I like to think so anyway) I bet you can relate. The current GPU situation is insane. I had my heart set on the 6800xt but after striking out multiple times I downgraded to the one that seemed in stock almost every drop, the vanilla 6800. Then 2 weeks in a row I would see people in the chat say they got a card while the buy button did not show up for me. The solution was to join the likes of scalpers and utilize a script which was touted on the stream for a few weeks. First time I tried and boom, 6800 in the pocket. Not what I wanted, but with the crazy stuff that has been going on I am more than happy.

I am planning on building a new rig but my main plan was always to see how my vintage 2014 rig would take to the upgrade. I decided to shoot an unboxing and install video, and ran a simple cyberpunk bench I did last time with my R9 390 with the following results;

Any other OPPO's score a card or are you still looking? And talk about my future rig, I am likely getting an 5800x, 32 gigs of ram on a AsRock motherboard. For the case I am thinking the Lian Li Lancool II. I am simply going to grab the SSD's in my current PC and swapping them to the new PC which should work just fine. Still going to be stuck with my 1080p panel for a little while longer after that, it's all a budget thing. Money no object and I would have sprung for a 6900xt and 5950x no doubt.

Car reviews are never a sure thing, especially during these times for me. Got a couple of cars I might be able to review in the future, but that is a ways away and also dependent on this thing finally resolving.
But I still had a couple already in the tank, and I finally got around to edit this one.

The only other corvettes I had ever driven was a 1973 with a 396 (non original, but still ticked all the old school boxes save for the manual) and a 1985 C4 with the doug nash (which wasn't operable during the review). Since I never had a go in a C5 I made a big leap in technology. And boy, I can honestly tell I wouldn't be against buying one.

Now here's to hoping I can review a C5, C7 and a C8 sometime. One thing does strike me as odd. I have reviewed a decent amount of cars, but vettes somehow seem to never come on offer. Is it the demographic? This one was owned by someone who let me review his STi two and a half years before he got this one. He doesn't fit that demographic so it would make sense.

What are your thoughts on the C6 Grand Sport?

Since this is my first post I have to continue the obligatory sharing of the YouTube car content I have been annoying you with it since I joined OPPO and made my first post back in august 6th 2013. That was back when I started carvlogging. Trip down memory lane. All those carvlog videos are private now. In 2014 I kinda moved on to car shows and later car reviews so the car vlogs just did not fit the bill anymore. Still a small YouTuber and will probably stay that way till I quit doing it. It's fun to be part of the community though, and that is the main thing that keeps me going. Currently at 9557 subscribers and I have around 40-50K views a month (goes beyond that, dips below that too, you know, youtube things).

Last video I did was on one of my favorite car shows. It was cancelled due to COVID, but recently had it's first show since I believe March 2020. It was great to be back out there and see cars I missed for a while. Funny thing was that there were a slew of hyper cars there. Didn't even see them because of the crowd around them. I only knew when they made their exit and I filmed them leaving the show (Pagani Huayra, McLaren Senna, LaFerrari and a Chiron Sport). It is rare I film them static and even if I wanted to get some static footage people are all around them. Can't get a clear shot without shadows and I can't stand shadows dancing on the bodywork of a car. That's why I always end up with more obscure stuff.

My favorite car of show was the Diablo SV though. Can't go wrong with a 90's supercar. I still own a Burago model of a purple diablo. That traveled from a tax free store between the borders of Austria and Slovenia all the way back home to the Netherlands and then in a shoebox to where I am typing this now in Texas. It's probably nearly 25 years old now. Crazy stuff. I finally ended up displaying it again when I redid my YouTube / Mancave and put it next to models of the DeLorean and Delorean time machine.

Man, this is turning into a post full of random. And I don't even know if any of the links will work until I hit publish. We'll find out! Wonder if I can edit if it does pull everything up or does something weird. EDIT: IT WORKS! Anyway, I am happy OPPO will live on. Thanks everyone behind the scenes of this awesome endeavor!

Solution: A classic boat with a big block. Exempt and super polluting. Liberal nutjobs.

Cars and Coffee: Dallas was cancelled in 2018 by the dealership it was held at. Reason? Unofficially because people couldn't behave. I remember the show at it's high. But with the advent of social media and people filming (guilty as charged I suppose) a part of the attendees of the show was only interested in doing everything that kills a show. From revbattles (the show got complaints) to drifting around corners. There were also plenty crashes, one of which I caught on film as well quite a few years back (yes, it was a Mustang).

But everyone was surprised when it came back in December of 2019, for a special edition, benefiting a charity. I was expecting that this year would be cancelled but was surprised to see a show date. I had my exit all to myself. Attendance was down from 2019 which isn't surprising. It was cold and the show is no longer the place to be anymore. But it made it more manageable to shoot. Save for the supercar alley. That was packed as per usual so no supercar glamour shots. Some pretty cool classics though! The Grand Prix was definitely one of my favorites at that show. You just don't see them.

In the YouTube description there is a full legend, but the show starts at 5:40, before that it's just my typical vlog stuff, which is not why you are here.

I am truly thankful for Car shows. They are one of the things that has been pretty consistent this year. The DFW community has been awesome, the internet community (save for a few trolls) have been amazing and we're rolling towards 10,000 subscribers to boot. Been a personal goal that, for years. I can't remember the first time I talked about it. But it was at a Cars and Coffee event.

Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and I am looking forward to us all having a CARTASTIC 2021!

Steve's POV used to live in California but then moved to Texas. Adding his name to the bill was a sure way to increase turnout, but I was surprised that 600+ cars signed up given how cold it was. It was freezing... In Texas. When the sun came up the temps went up a little but not much.

Fueled Up is a meet that I usually don't go to. The exit shots are sub-par at that location and they are a big part of my car show videos. Preferably without people acting like idiots, which is why I always try to find a spot by myself so I don't have to deal with people yelling GAS IT, DO A BURNOUT enticing car owners to do stupid stuff. This time I walked under a small tunnel, something I always wanted to do but never did.

It amplified the exhaust noises pretty good. And besides the Vette around the 14:00 mark things went pretty smooth. I was expecting the cops to kick me from the spot, but they left me to my own devices which was cool. All and all I was happy I went. It was a good day. I don't know if I will go again soon. I am willing to bet I wouldn't have that spot by myself anymore. And at that stage people will definitely be kicked by the local law enforcement. There isn't a footpath there. So technically it isn't a legal place to walk I suppose.

Anyone else hyped up for this game to come out? Even though they went through some changes that I didn't like (delays & 1st person) I know I am! There are some pretty cool rides in the game which I can't wait to motivate myself with in that virtual dystopian world. I just imagine finding out about it when they broke the news in 2012, or 2013 when they showed the first teaser trailer. I mean... a delay of 3/4ths a year is peanuts compared to the 8 years those other people have been pining for it!

Naturally I am going to risk OPPO expulsion by sharing my complete thoughts in the form of a video. Perhaps this is a good idea -> Gaming Category?

The car stuff is at 3:53, but it definitely does not go in depth like other gaming videos are doing. Just sharing my thoughts and would love to read yours! Gaming is a favorite pass time for me. PC being the favorite platform. It is vintage 2014 though with a refresh in 2016 when I put a new PSU and GPU (R9 390 8Gb) in it and then again in 2018 when I went from my very old Windows 7 install on a HDD to Windows 10 and SSD. Even after 2 years the PC still boots like I installed it yesterday. SSD's are amazing.

@bicyclebuck same here actually. Along with a B25 and a slew of other war birds.

It’s not every day that a real race car shows up at a show. There is something awesome about seeing a car completely covered in smut from all the drafting. Also cool to see the resulting damage of what has to have been some close encounters with fellow racers. If you ain’t rubbin’ you ain’t racin’ indeed!

The weather looked like it would get wet, and I did feel a little misting at times but nowhere near the level experienced at cars and coffee last month. That wasn’t fun at all. Temperatures were OK, but when I was at the corner shooting the cars leaving I realized I was definitely under clothed. Towards the end I was done shooting. Next time I am making sure I got extra layers on.

I was happy to see some classics this go around, they seem to become rarer as time goes on. It is where my passion truly lies. If I ever get to the point I got my own classic I am going to try and find a way to do a classic orientated car show sometime. Would be fun to do I think! Got to get that classic first though, and we're a little ways away from that since I want to be able to buy it AND get it on the road safely. It'll no doubt look like a complete project, but it will be mechanically sound.

I freakin' love the fact that the coyote continues to evolve...

I literally had to toss a coin to make me go to this one. If it went my way I wouldn't have attended this one for the 3rd time in a row. There was a time I would go no matter what, but in my old age I am slipping. Turned 40 this month. It is going too quick... Anyway, it was nasty hot out but I kept hydrated with a cooler when shooting the exit shots. Someone made the comment they were going to do the same thing. I never did until I got close to a heat stroke reviewing the Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio. Never knew how close until I felt off for about 2 weeks after. And ever since then the heat bothers me a bit more. So I had to adapt.

Anyway, a great show! And there was a cool bike there. A classic Honda 750 four. I think the 70's and early 80's really were a great time for bikes. It was when the supersports really were born IMHO. Picked it as best of show. I don't think I have ever done that, picking a bike. Shooting bikes is rare for me to begin with since most drape their helmets or jackets over them obscuring the lines. This had a ram mount, but it wasn't too in your face so I shot it anyway.

Anyone else have a thing for classic bikes?

@hillrat said in Does the 392 fix the shortcomings of the 5.7 Challenger? (2016 ScatPack Review Video):

@cobrajoe said in Does the 392 fix the shortcomings of the 5.7 Challenger? (2016 ScatPack Review Video):

that it fixes the R/T's power deficit.

Is it just me or does it feel slightly insane that we're talking about a car with 375 hp having a "power deficit"?

I'm just sayin'....

It's all about perspective. The 392 was quick but by no means fast in my book. That crown is held by the 1000whp ZL1 I reviewed. That... Is warp speed.

@cobrajoe I believe I was in the track setting vs the default setting. She danced nicely from a dig so it definitely wasn't restricted much. I love how you think I am spoiled. I guess I just feel lucky, all my reviews come from the community, and once the community is done with me so will the car reviews.

On the exhaust, I would really not do much myself. Mid mufflers and done, perfect sound on both the 5.7 and the 392. And 5 days? You are in the honeymoon phase! The best time TBH!

@bicyclebuck oh, I didn't get close to that number during the review. But plenty of folk are hitting at at 65mph.

@bicyclebuck yeah, that's what I meant... Unless a Karen comes out. Then they go open...

@cobrajoe The R/T's 6 speed was very slick! I just couldn't get over the fact my 2005 Mustang GT is a match for it from the light. I'd love to have a go in a 6 speed manual scatpack down the line. As far as delay, I didn't experience any during my review. It was on deck and ready to perform. Stock the 392 comes with 245 tires I believe, the one I reviewed had 275's which probably helped out that situation a lot. I believe it truly is the sweet spot. You'll be matched nicely with the 5.0's stock for stock and don't get gapped by them. The hellcat is pretty much too much power for the platform from a dig. They get in their element at highway speeds, below that you got to watch out. They do track straight though, like all the late model MOPAR's I have driven. Pretty much dummyproof!

And I always wonder if people enjoy my reviews. Glad I got at least one that got exited enough to watch it multiple times! Did you do the mid muffler delete on yours too or is it stock?

@grindintosecond LOL, either that or you are into questionable $h17...

@bicyclebuck it actually isn't too nasty loud compared to some cars I have driven... IMHO this car is the perfect amount of loud. Opens up when you want it, but is very docile when you don't. No where near what you can do with the active exhausts on some cars though. I reviewed a 2019 mustang GT with it (+ headers) and it was whisper quiet with the valves closed, but LOUD AF with them all the way open. "Captains Choice" should come on every performance orientated car IMHO. That way you can open them up when you want to have fun, but close them when you leave the neighborhood.

@707 oh, fuel economy doesn't matter much to me either. But it is awesome that you can chug along at highway speeds and still get well over 20mpg, especially if you have a lot of highway driving going on.

I've driven a few Challengers now, the first one being my most watched video on the channel. That was a supercharged V6 by the way, much to my chagrin. Claim to fame? A boosted 6... Oh YouTube, why couldn't you just keep a V8 on the number one spot, but I digress. I drove a 5.7 challenger which I liked a lot (proper noises) save for the apparent lack in power. Now I got a chance to drive an auto ScatPack with the 392. Result:

What is your opinion on the ScatPacks or Challengers in general?