tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10155420.post7846212097280576869..comments2024-01-09T13:55:46.379-05:00Comments on 15 Minute Lunch: Gimme some Money.Johnny Virgilhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07914217086250206369noreply@blogger.comBlogger42125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10155420.post-91121705925009119182008-08-08T12:37:00.000-04:002008-08-08T12:37:00.000-04:00I used to own a '94 Ford Aspire. I drove that car...I used to own a '94 Ford Aspire. I drove that car till it died. (It was a FORD after all) It got 43 miles hwy, 35 city. Loved that car. It was Barney purple. Butt ugly. Looked like a jelly bean on wheels. I got $500 for it on a trade in. Kinda wished I hung on to it with gas costing what it does. I now own Honda Odyssey. I love it. Ya know, except for all that it doesn't get 43 miles to the gallon...<BR/><BR/>Love the color of your fit BTW.Persnickety Tickerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05610905362144187311noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10155420.post-32111415301557546062008-08-05T04:52:00.000-04:002008-08-05T04:52:00.000-04:00Don't know where you live as I just started readin...Don't know where you live as I just started reading, but even with the softener, if you can <BR/>find a product called Sparkel,do <BR/>it! It will make you all very <BR/>h a p p y. <BR/>As happy as my new Jaguar is making me right now. The aluminum<BR/>body gives me almost the same <BR/>gas mileage, and I am just loving<BR/>the luxury. I can't drive a fit,<BR/>I'm sure I would have a fit driving<BR/>one actually.<BR/>I know -car snob - but try the Sparkel.<BR/><BR/>JodiAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10155420.post-91893276042159694062008-08-04T04:43:00.000-04:002008-08-04T04:43:00.000-04:00If it is called a Jazz, I haven't heard anyone say...If it is called a Jazz, I haven't heard anyone say it. One of my coworkers told me his wife drives a Fit. <BR/><BR/>Actually, I found this out because he was telling me how he got his dad (who's a Big Man in the Canadian auto body industry) to send him a Jaguar just so he doesn't have to be seen behind the wheel of a Fit.<BR/><BR/>Once again, it could be worse: BIG. MAUVE. CUBEMOBILE.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10155420.post-32963647421042308322008-08-03T20:34:00.000-04:002008-08-03T20:34:00.000-04:00Love the logo :) We have similar hard-water issue...Love the logo :) We have similar hard-water issues. Didja know that even with a water softener, that you're supposed to drain your water heater tank twice a year (if you have a tank, that is)? We didn't know that, and obviously the people before us REALLY didn't know it. I think the water heater was 1/3 full of sediment. Which is caused by hard water, but also the reaction of the coil in the hot water heater...so even water softeners don't prevent it.<BR/><BR/>I thought it was <I>new technology</I> that make the tank so much lighter coming into the house than going out...but no...it was the lack of sediment. Sheesh!TravelingMomhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11970106059369832748noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10155420.post-60946964527199844742008-08-02T14:51:00.000-04:002008-08-02T14:51:00.000-04:00I love Hondas!! I have never heard of this model b...I love Hondas!! I have never heard of this model before though. It looks like a nice commuter car. <BR/>We had an Accord until we needed to upgrade to more seats. Then we got an Odyssey. Drove that forever, (now we have a town and country), but we are getting ready to buy a Ridgeline for my husband. <BR/>Hondas are cool cars!<BR/>Sorry you are getting hit up bad right now. That's how it always seems to happen though, everything breaks at once.Nicole Phttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17573744086439526817noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10155420.post-41461996795839505922008-08-02T13:35:00.000-04:002008-08-02T13:35:00.000-04:00Well...My debt load was increased by about 3 grand...Well...My debt load was increased by about 3 grand over 5 years, since I put a good chunk down, however I did get a 4.3% interest rate, and the payment difference between the PT Cruiser and the Fit was almost a hundred a month. I drive 80 miles every day. The main problem was getting out from under the PT Cruiser, since I still owed more than the car was worth. I took a hit on that to the tune of about 2 grand. <BR/><BR/>After figuring everything out, with the assumption that gas wasn't going below $4 a gallon for the term of the loan, that I would have additional car repairs coming down the line for the nissan (seized rear caliper, rusting brake lines, almost bald tires with odd wear patterns, some interesting changes in the transmission shift points, and clunks in the steering when turning left were all indicators) and the fact that I tend to keep cars until they have at least 150K on the odometer, I figured in the long run I'd break even or be a little ahead and also have a vehicle I liked, since I spend ten hours a week in it. Plus I sold the Nissan and took that money and added it to the down payment to reduce what I owed even further, since there's no pre-payment penalty on the loan. Whew! Now that I've justified my purchase to a complete stranger, I feel comfortable in asking you this -- can you send 5 grand to my paypal account at johnnyvirgil@myway.com? Thank you very much.Johnny Virgilhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07914217086250206369noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10155420.post-85982225840065035872008-08-02T13:32:00.000-04:002008-08-02T13:32:00.000-04:00Hondas rule!!!My last 4 cars have been Hondas and ...Hondas rule!!!<BR/><BR/>My last 4 cars have been Hondas and now I drive a Honda Odyssey mini-van (yes, I have kids and a mini-van is practically a necessity).<BR/><BR/>I don't think there's anything wrong with the way the Fit looks. Now, Scions...those are some ugly, boxy-looking things.The Adventures of Jing and Yinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00687267776611521273noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10155420.post-60137417652807222892008-08-02T13:11:00.000-04:002008-08-02T13:11:00.000-04:00So how much more debt did you incur buying the Fit...So how much more debt did you incur buying the Fit? I realize your payment is lower, gas is halved, but if it affects your debt load too much, is it still worth it? I'm just wondering, because I would be interested in purchasing one, but I am a long term thinker. Are you investing the difference? I know, lots of personal questions from someone you don't know, sorry. Really am interested.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10155420.post-20406442025867974322008-08-01T22:21:00.000-04:002008-08-01T22:21:00.000-04:00Love the skydiving Fit!! I can paypal you a quart...Love the skydiving Fit!! I can paypal you a quarter - I'll do it tomorrow. Promise.Stephanie Mhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03799476872543667646noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10155420.post-13924758825856191212008-08-01T19:20:00.000-04:002008-08-01T19:20:00.000-04:00That's side-splitting.So what exactly is terminal ...That's side-splitting.<BR/><BR/>So what exactly <I>is</I> terminal velocity for the "Fit"???<BR/><BR/>:)LOBOhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01198039409565360772noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10155420.post-68783622590437060222008-08-01T08:17:00.000-04:002008-08-01T08:17:00.000-04:00You are so funny! I love the name of your company,...You are so funny! I love the name of your company, go for it. My husband started his own business, it is scary but he is so happy! Best, BecsBecshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14799574836512070042noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10155420.post-27558804302791418062008-08-01T01:34:00.000-04:002008-08-01T01:34:00.000-04:00I love the Fit! I am kicking my ass for not buyin...I love the Fit! I am kicking my ass for not buying a similar car or even an electric/hybrid. I bought a Pontiac Vibe and I like it, but I wish I had a hybrid now. I love the pic of the Fit skydiving. lol. Having friends with various skills (electrical, plumbing, etc.) is always a good thing!<BR/><BR/>www.peglegstarfish.comAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10155420.post-65772083899080919152008-07-31T20:47:00.000-04:002008-07-31T20:47:00.000-04:00Mary, that's not bad. It's like the septic guy who...Mary, that's not bad. It's like the septic guy who has "We're #1 in the #2 Business" on his truck.<BR/><BR/>DILF, what the hell are you talking about? ;) Also, I am totally impressed. I've done something similar, but it was putting one in, not taking it out. You know what 80 feet of well rod and a brass well head sounds like rushing through 80 feet of 1.5" PVC tube sounds like? It sounds like failure. Second time was the charm though. $350 bucks later.<BR/><BR/>Badass Geek - yes, yes I do. The reason is it's between the two motion sensor activated deer sprinklers, and that way I don't get wet.<BR/><BR/>Kirk, you are totally right, and this wouldn't have happened had my 2000 nissan sentra cooperated and not developed a leaky gas tank, a broken front spring, an evap cannister problem and assorted other problems all at once. Plus we traded a PT Cruiser that I still owed almost 3 years on - long story.) I didn't want to drive the PT when my wife inherited a better car, so off it went. I figured if I was going to have a car payment, it might as well be on something I liked that didn't cost me a fortune.<BR/><BR/>Helen, it's not by choice. <BR/><BR/>mojo, we need to hang.<BR/><BR/>Karen, your fiance is a smart, smart man.<BR/><BR/>Suz, yes. On purpose. It looked better in the brochure. What can I say.<BR/><BR/>Glen, that is truly a comforting thought.<BR/><BR/>De, sure -- you are allowed to say anything you like!<BR/><BR/>Leigh, you are right. Burnt Orange it is. <BR/><BR/>SD, I have small mineral stalactites (or is it mites? I'm too lazy to look it up) hanging from my water pipes. Hard water sucks. 12 years I lived with it. <BR/><BR/>Daisy, you can also put a whole alpaca in it. I mean in once piece. Not like, chopped up or anything.<BR/><BR/>anon, send the JW's over. I love to share my religious views with them. And burn stuff while I do it.<BR/><BR/>Damn T, isn't it a Jazz over there?<BR/><BR/>Grant, not yet. I hear it's a rush. <BR/><BR/>April, good luck! Stay off my corner.<BR/><BR/>Alex, you are right! I think I will take your suggestion, but before hunting season opens.Johnny Virgilhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07914217086250206369noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10155420.post-15897559017541335872008-07-31T19:48:00.000-04:002008-07-31T19:48:00.000-04:00Welcome to the wonderful world of rollerskate ridi...Welcome to the wonderful world of rollerskate ridicule! I've had one for years but I laugh all the way to the bank with my 42 to 48mpg!<BR/>I've fit everything from lumber to surfboards to a futon in that thing and while i'd like a new car i'm not buying until I can find another like it.<BR/><BR/>It's amazing though how home problems always hit all at once. I suggest dressing up as bigfoot, waiting for hikers and growling at them until they drop their gear and run. Then root through their packs for spare cash and trail mix.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10155420.post-11597910050708237442008-07-31T19:25:00.000-04:002008-07-31T19:25:00.000-04:00LOL! yeah I'm ready to start hooking on the street...LOL! yeah I'm ready to start hooking on the streets to make more money to keep up with inflation! not sure my hubby or kids would approve...but hey they gotta eat!Aprilhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17054284084171178684noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10155420.post-58831447595329392132008-07-31T18:05:00.000-04:002008-07-31T18:05:00.000-04:00You're only now starting to knock over liquor stor...You're only now starting to knock over liquor stores?<BR/><BR/>Jeez. You haven't lived.Moderatorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02318879290010704973noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10155420.post-17085697444296960572008-07-31T17:43:00.000-04:002008-07-31T17:43:00.000-04:00Hee! I live in Japan and, unless you're rockin' a ...Hee! I live in Japan and, unless you're rockin' a luxury-type car, you're almost guaranteed to have a Fit. <BR/><BR/>Or a Cube, which, coincidentally enough, is shaped like a <A HREF="http://images.search.yahoo.com/search/images;_ylt=A0oGkmumMJJI_q8A0wJXNyoA?ei=UTF-8&p=japan%20%2B%20car%20%2B%20cube&fr2=tab-web&fr=moz2" REL="nofollow">shoebox with wheels</A>. Also, the most common colour among female drivers seems to be this off-pinky mauve.<BR/><BR/>Reflect on this the next time someone tells you your little Fit is funny-looking.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10155420.post-12507360216949249502008-07-31T17:01:00.000-04:002008-07-31T17:01:00.000-04:00If I were looking for a plumber your company name ...If I were looking for a plumber your company name would absolutely make me call you, unless my problem involved poop of course. I also love the picture. You should start designing company logos on the side. <BR/><BR/>I think Yort has the right idea with the Christmas tree. I have a Jehovah's witness sister-in-law who keeps telling me that Christmas is a pagan holiday so what's better than dancing around the burning Christmas tree? <BR/><BR/>Wait, I'll tell you what would be better, dancing around it nakedAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10155420.post-68751068370478410912008-07-31T16:47:00.000-04:002008-07-31T16:47:00.000-04:00you can put an entire bicycle in the back of a Fit...you can put an entire bicycle in the back of a Fit. besides the fact that it's made by Oscar Meyer, it's a great car. on my short list once the wheels fall off my current shitmobile...Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10155420.post-43338843144281638232008-07-31T16:44:00.000-04:002008-07-31T16:44:00.000-04:00that looks like burnt orange to me. hook em.that looks like burnt orange to me. hook em.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10155420.post-90156335860825081932008-07-31T15:49:00.000-04:002008-07-31T15:49:00.000-04:00I think it says something about those of us who ha...I think it says something about those of us who have been hard water victims that the day I bought my water softer is only behind my wedding and the birth of one of my children as the best day ever.<BR/><BR/>What? The other kid is only 2 and I'm not that attached yet.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10155420.post-64356102503923508152008-07-31T13:25:00.000-04:002008-07-31T13:25:00.000-04:00Am I allowed to say that your new car is SUPER cut...Am I allowed to say that your new car is SUPER cute?<BR/>Cuz it is. ;)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10155420.post-91375348377946450392008-07-31T12:43:00.000-04:002008-07-31T12:43:00.000-04:00The only way to enjoy a career in plumbing, sans p...The only way to enjoy a career in plumbing, sans poop, is to install sprinkler irrigation. Well sure, you might step in dog doo somewhere along the way seeing as it's outdoor work, but you won't ever have to deal with a problem caused by poop. And that's a comforting thought.glenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06359318236351430180noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10155420.post-51686789657669659082008-07-31T12:26:00.000-04:002008-07-31T12:26:00.000-04:00Dude, you bought an orange car on purpose?Dude, you bought an orange car on purpose?House of Suzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12736606213536661565noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10155420.post-25858952666931393822008-07-31T11:32:00.000-04:002008-07-31T11:32:00.000-04:00My fiance is a commercial plumber, and whenever he...My fiance is a commercial plumber, and whenever he's asked about his profession, he stresses <I>COMMERCIAL</I> because he "doesn't deal with shit".Karenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04761705146109988152noreply@blogger.com