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Comment on So was anyone else eager to join Tildes if only to pick a unique name? in ~talk
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Comment on Why did you choose this username for your Tildes account? in ~talk
Daniel Link ParentThank you. I go by Daniel more than I go by Dan so I figured I'd pick up my legal name on here.Thank you. I go by Daniel more than I go by Dan so I figured I'd pick up my legal name on here.
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Comment on Why did you choose this username for your Tildes account? in ~talk
Daniel LinkMy name is Daniel, and I figured, hey, why not be one of those trendy people with only their name as their username. Loving it.My name is Daniel, and I figured, hey, why not be one of those trendy people with only their name as their username. Loving it.
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Comment on Cars in ~hobbies
Daniel Link ParentI live in a relatively "country" area and contend with the gigantic lifted pickup trucks (oddly enough, most of the drivers actually live in suburbs). Definitely more aggression/intimidation...I live in a relatively "country" area and contend with the gigantic lifted pickup trucks (oddly enough, most of the drivers actually live in suburbs). Definitely more aggression/intimidation towards the Miata than our SUV, but that is life here.
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Comment on Cars in ~hobbies
Daniel Link ParentAnything with low km's, still in warranty, and probably under $13,000 CAD. Mazda 3 usually fits that bill. All of my quotes are on vehicles that are between 2015-2018 model years, for reference....Anything with low km's, still in warranty, and probably under $13,000 CAD. Mazda 3 usually fits that bill. All of my quotes are on vehicles that are between 2015-2018 model years, for reference. The Mazda 3 is pretty good on the insurance, and that is why it is my first choice right now.
In small consideration for me is the purchase of an electric car, either used or new. Used electric cars, such as the Nissan Leaf, depreciate really quick and I can get a 2014 model of said vehicle in and around my price range. Good thing about them is their 8 year warranty on the battery, which would be enough to last me through university (2022). The Ontario provincial government also offers a $14,000 incentive on a purchase or lease of a new vehicle, so that may be in the cards as well depending on my finances. For now, I'm just going to accept the free rides my parents give me until I absolutely need a car.
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Comment on Cars in ~hobbies
Daniel Link ParentThe only problem with the Civic is that it is the "teenager" car, so the insurance rates are pretty high due to my age and the general demographic of its drivers being classified as highly...The only problem with the Civic is that it is the "teenager" car, so the insurance rates are pretty high due to my age and the general demographic of its drivers being classified as highly inexperienced. While it's a fantastic car, it isn't really worth the insurance premium.
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Comment on Cars in ~hobbies
Daniel Link ParentDo you guys have a "secret handshake" of sorts when you pass other drivers? Generally here we beep twice (with the adorable Miata horn) and/or wave when we pass one, and it is usually returned. I...Do you guys have a "secret handshake" of sorts when you pass other drivers? Generally here we beep twice (with the adorable Miata horn) and/or wave when we pass one, and it is usually returned. I don't know where you are, but it'd be interesting to see if you have any sort of interaction with other Miata drivers if you encounter one in the wild.
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Comment on Cars in ~hobbies
Daniel Link ParentRust is definitely an issue on the NA and NB models around here. In Ontario, it seems as if leisure cars like the Miata are much more expensive than in many other provinces or states, to the point...Rust is definitely an issue on the NA and NB models around here. In Ontario, it seems as if leisure cars like the Miata are much more expensive than in many other provinces or states, to the point where importing from Quebec or the US may actually be cheaper than buying one here.
I am still in school, and being young, the biggest barrier on getting a car, let alone 2, is the insurance cost. For me, I have been quoted anywhere between $3500-$5000/yr CAD on auto insurance with no collision or comprehensive coverage. Given that's for a single vehicle, I don't even want to think about two at this point. I guess this is just what I must deal with, being a male driver under the age of 30.
Storage isn't really an issue, as I live rurally and the property has a utility building that could easily store a car without making too much of an impact on floor space. I live with my parents still, and given the housing situation here, I don't see myself moving out in the next 5-8 years, so I know I at least have storage for that long... I won't stop looking for one, but it'll probably be a while before I swing for that purchase.
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Comment on Cars in ~hobbies
Daniel Link ParentOntario, Canada. My mom only has her car on the road from about April to October/November. You never really know how long you'll get out of it until the weather comes; one year on Christmas Day we...Ontario, Canada. My mom only has her car on the road from about April to October/November. You never really know how long you'll get out of it until the weather comes; one year on Christmas Day we were able to drive it with the top down (it was in the mid teen degrees celsius), and this year, we had snow/ice towards the end of April. Her car also never touches the road if there's any rain, and we wait a bit after winter for the residual salt to wash away. When I see ads for them online, you can usually tell whether or not the "never winter driven" tag is true because the rust on winter driven MX5s is pretty bad. I likely wouldn't be too opposed to driving it in the rain, but I definitely wouldn't consider driving it in the winter due to the road salt and the fact that I live rurally where the road clearing is mediocre at best.
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Comment on Cars in ~hobbies
Daniel Link ParentI've been looking at them on and off, mostly the NA generation though. I'd definitely get one if I could drive it year-round, but I don't see that being possible where I live. Maybe after I buy my...I've been looking at them on and off, mostly the NA generation though. I'd definitely get one if I could drive it year-round, but I don't see that being possible where I live. Maybe after I buy my first car and finish university...
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Comment on Cars in ~hobbies
Daniel Link ParentMy mom has a 2015 MX5 (the 25th Anniversary Edition) and I must say, it's a fantastic car. Have you had your Miata since brand new?My mom has a 2015 MX5 (the 25th Anniversary Edition) and I must say, it's a fantastic car. Have you had your Miata since brand new?
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Comment on Cars in ~hobbies
Daniel LinkDon't have my own car yet, but I've been searching for a while. Most of what I'm looking at is low mileage, relatively new, budget cars. Right now, the Mazda 3 and Hyundai Elantra top my list, but...Don't have my own car yet, but I've been searching for a while. Most of what I'm looking at is low mileage, relatively new, budget cars. Right now, the Mazda 3 and Hyundai Elantra top my list, but if anyone has any good first (used) car suggestions on a budget, let me know! Aside from that, in my far-out considerations, a used electric car or even a new one with all of the incentives nowadays might not be a bad choice either.
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Comment on Where are you from? in ~talk
Daniel LinkI live in Canada. Glad to see that while the site is still young, we're already a diverse group!I live in Canada. Glad to see that while the site is still young, we're already a diverse group!
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Comment on Favorite Laptop? in ~tech
Daniel LinkI have an Acer Aspire 5 in the 15.6" model (A515-51-88NY). They create them in plenty of processor, RAM, GPU, and screen combinations, so I find it a good laptop to recommend in many price points....I have an Acer Aspire 5 in the 15.6" model (A515-51-88NY). They create them in plenty of processor, RAM, GPU, and screen combinations, so I find it a good laptop to recommend in many price points. I got mine for school, so I opted for the i7-8550U model with the 1080p screen and 12GB of RAM. My school has free Drive space for students so I got the 256GB SSD instead of a traditional hard drive.
Acer has typically been the computer brand I've told people to stay away from, however, this computer impressed me when I saw the display model. It seems as if Acer has improved its build quality, and I have no concerns with the laptop being broken under everyday use or transport. I really like the backlit keyboard; many business-grade computers don't come with it, but this model came with a white LED backlight which is truly helpful when I work on my schoolwork at night. The computer is a little short on features, with no fingerprint or biometric peripherals on it, a low quality webcam, and regular stereo speakers. All of that is fine with me, as I don't use those features often, but I see why it can be a dealbreaker for some.
As with most OEM laptops, it comes with bloatware out of the box. Acer seems to have toned it down on exactly what they include, but a completely new Windows install is always recommended on a new laptop to remove these programs.
Overall, this computer is pretty fantastic, but definitely not for someone who wants to game due to the integrated graphics. My friend also purchased the same laptop but with the i5 configuration, and he agrees that it is probably one of the best Acer laptops in recent history. If, for some reason, I needed to replace it, I'd probably get the exact same one due to the low price and amazing speed in my everyday tasks.
I definitely wanted to accelerate the process of registering my name once I got my invite code, but I am here more for the pure discussion and the amazing development of this platform.