# NYSpeed Automotive **URL:** https://forums.speedlife.net/c/nyspeed-automotive/5.md?page=153 [Latest](https://forums.speedlife.net/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forums.speedlife.net/categories.md) **Page:** 154 --- ## [Windows 7 Mouse / Keyboard Skipping](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/windows-7-mouse-keyboard-skipping/219462)
**Author:** [@Onyx\_Z32](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Onyx_Z32)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2012, 11:18am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/windows-7-mouse-keyboard-skipping/219462 "2012-12-12T11:18:15Z")
I’ve been looking this up for a few days and it seems like a common issue… anyone else have this problem or solve it? It happens randomly and I thought it might be correlated to how hard my system is working… but when I … --- ## [Mortgage Question (Converting a duplex to an income property)](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/mortgage-question-converting-a-duplex-to-an-income-property/227675)
**Author:** [@Mankthetank19](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Mankthetank19)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2012, 7:33am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/mortgage-question-converting-a-duplex-to-an-income-property/227675 "2012-12-12T07:33:29Z")
My wife and I currently live in a double we own. We are looking to buy a single family home in the next 3 years. If I have a Conventional 30 year mortgage (sonyma) on this double and we want to turn this double into an… --- ## [Weight in bed of truck?](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/weight-in-bed-of-truck/227575)
**Author:** [@travisn](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/travisn)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2012, 7:41am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/weight-in-bed-of-truck/227575 "2012-12-11T07:41:29Z")
What do you guys run? We got a dusting the other day and I could barely get traction with brand new snows on. I’m planning on making an H-frame out of 2x6’s or something. --- ## [So, I’d like to become LEED AP](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/so-i-d-like-to-become-leed-ap/224613)
**Author:** [@Norb\_O](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Norb_O)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2012, 6:25am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/so-i-d-like-to-become-leed-ap/224613 "2012-12-11T06:25:13Z")
I work for a mechanical contractor as a designer/project manager. I know some of you must be LEED AP. Can you give input as to the process, testing, etc? How long did everything take you? What kind of practice courses/st… --- ## [Things you can fit in the back of a Honda element-](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/things-you-can-fit-in-the-back-of-a-honda-element/227663)
**Author:** [@Jam](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Jam)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2012, 5:06pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/things-you-can-fit-in-the-back-of-a-honda-element/227663 "2012-12-10T17:06:12Z")
Add vintage dual sport motorcycles to the list! I was pretty impressed when I took some measurements and decided to go through with it. I needed to get it from my father in laws house in Batavia to focus in progress’s ho… --- ## [You'd never hear it coming](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/youd-never-hear-it-coming/227673)
**Author:** [@dreid](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/dreid)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2012, 4:19pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/youd-never-hear-it-coming/227673 "2012-12-10T16:19:26Z")
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lRHUPPi2dWk&feature=youtu.be how in the hell do you embed it? --- ## [How much for car insurance](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/how-much-for-car-insurance/227589)
**Author:** [@yamba6](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/yamba6)\ **Replies:** 68\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2012, 4:02pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/how-much-for-car-insurance/227589 "2012-12-10T16:02:06Z")
This is for those with 2 cars on your insurance and if you are 30yrs old or younger. What are you paying for insurance on 2 cars? Do you have any tickets or accidents on your insurance. Do you have full coverage on b… --- ## [Fix-it-ticket: do I have to plea?](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/fix-it-ticket-do-i-have-to-plea/227630)
**Author:** [@Coldaccord](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Coldaccord)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2012, 8:16am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/fix-it-ticket-do-i-have-to-plea/227630 "2012-12-10T08:16:43Z")
Yesterday evening I received a fix-it ticket for a headlight bulb somewhere near Mt Morris. The officer was very polite as was I, he issued me a fix it ticket and sent me along my way. I had a certified inspection stati… --- ## [who stocks kapton tape and nichrome wire locally?](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/who-stocks-kapton-tape-and-nichrome-wire-locally/227669)
**Author:** [@TRP951](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/TRP951)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 9, 2012, 6:12pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/who-stocks-kapton-tape-and-nichrome-wire-locally/227669 "2012-12-09T18:12:32Z")
I need some 28awg nichrome wire and some kapton tape for a project I’m building. I need to know who stocks it locally so I can grab it on a day off. --- ## [Local upholstery shop to re-wrap center armrest? Still have material](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/local-upholstery-shop-to-re-wrap-center-armrest-still-have-material/227654)
**Author:** [@Coldaccord](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Coldaccord)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 9, 2012, 4:47pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/local-upholstery-shop-to-re-wrap-center-armrest-still-have-material/227654 "2012-12-09T16:47:07Z")
I just picked up a car where the cloth on the center arm rest has come off, but is still intact. Just need someone to re-wrap/adhere it, I don’t have the proper adhesive or clamps. Any suggestions? --- ## [Local Power Generation Techs?](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/local-power-generation-techs/227655)
**Author:** [@Spam16v](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Spam16v)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 9, 2012, 3:22pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/local-power-generation-techs/227655 "2012-12-09T15:22:24Z")
Looking for Power Generation techs in the area. No official posting, but networking gets jobs, not ads in the paper. Mobile power gen tech. Experience with everything from small RV gensets, home standby to high voltage … --- ## [Buying a TV ... Nerd help appreciated](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/buying-a-tv-nerd-help-appreciated/227196)
**Author:** [@Freek](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Freek)\ **Replies:** 101\ **Last updated:** [December 9, 2012, 3:03pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/buying-a-tv-nerd-help-appreciated/227196 "2012-12-09T15:03:03Z")
I want the best value TV. I don’t want to spend more than 1500 LCD or LED. I don’t like plasma. I’m OK with refurb as I’ve never had a bad experience with it. 50 inches or bigger only. I’m thinking 55"-60" Go! I kn… --- ## [Have you put your snow tires on yet?](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/have-you-put-your-snow-tires-on-yet/227570)
**Author:** [@BOBBYGRV](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/BOBBYGRV)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [December 9, 2012, 1:38am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/have-you-put-your-snow-tires-on-yet/227570 "2012-12-09T01:38:41Z")
So being there is a possiblity we will have another summer/winter, have you put your snow tires on yet? I just picked up some MSW 14’s w/ Blizzak WS50 tires. I just need some snow now! --- ## [Unloading a car from a flatbed...](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/unloading-a-car-from-a-flatbed/227632)
**Author:** [@system](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/system)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [December 8, 2012, 2:08pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/unloading-a-car-from-a-flatbed/227632 "2012-12-08T14:08:56Z")
I’m looking for ideas, or maybe someone with a Flatbed truck or a trailer/ramps willing to assist. I have a car (88 325iX) that’s supposed to be coming this weekend that’s stuck on a Flatbed. The part of the flatbed that… --- ## [Learn about business investing in an hour](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/learn-about-business-investing-in-an-hour/227470)
**Author:** [@boxxa](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/boxxa)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [December 8, 2012, 9:31am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/learn-about-business-investing-in-an-hour/227470 "2012-12-08T09:31:41Z")
https://youtu.be/WEDIj9JBTC8 Pretty cool watch to explain how certain aspects function in the investing world. Not gonna make you an expert but why not learn something new!? --- ## [Black boxes being added to new cars?](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/black-boxes-being-added-to-new-cars/227621)
**Author:** [@tearsofnorris](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/tearsofnorris)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [December 8, 2012, 7:32am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/black-boxes-being-added-to-new-cars/227621 "2012-12-08T07:32:46Z")
http://www.motorauthority.com/news/1080962\_white-house-green-lights-black-boxes-for-new-cars Pro’s and con’s to this not sure how I personally feel about it. Wonder if they’ll find a way to start monitoring phone usage … --- ## [Blower still blowing when car is off (pontiac)](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/blower-still-blowing-when-car-is-off-pontiac/227605)
**Author:** [@yamba6](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/yamba6)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [December 7, 2012, 8:00am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/blower-still-blowing-when-car-is-off-pontiac/227605 "2012-12-07T08:00:12Z")
Guy I work with is having problems with his Pontiac Grand Prix. I believe its a 04. He turned off the car this morning and pull the key out. He then heard the fan still spinning air out the vents. He has tried to … --- ## [Fixing gas line leak - DIY?](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/fixing-gas-line-leak-diy/227514)
**Author:** [@jimmyfloyd](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/jimmyfloyd)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2012, 2:14pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/fixing-gas-line-leak-diy/227514 "2012-12-06T14:14:54Z")
Ok, I have found a small leak in one of the Natural Gas line Connection to the furnace. The space is ventilated, and was found via soap and water. It is at a threaded connection, and from what I have read, it just needs … --- ## [Boaterhome](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/boaterhome/227611)
**Author:** [@Onyx\_Z32](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Onyx_Z32)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2012, 1:17pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/boaterhome/227611 "2012-12-06T13:17:55Z")
Incredible: https://youtu.be/32kK7lQZSks https://youtu.be/EhGXsjfJAEI --- ## [Lets talk cars/trucks... debt consolidation](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/lets-talk-cars-trucks-debt-consolidation/227312)
**Author:** [@Willybeen](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Willybeen)\ **Replies:** 101\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2012, 9:48am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/lets-talk-cars-trucks-debt-consolidation/227312 "2012-12-06T09:48:00Z")
I currently drive an 07 335i… its going to be out of warranty in April 2013… I’m terrified over owning it out of warranty (not really, but I don’t like unexpected costs and I’d like to own a newer car) I still owe a dece… --- ## [Phantom You Tube Video](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/phantom-you-tube-video/227601)
**Author:** [@1QIKZ](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/1QIKZ)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2012, 9:27am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/phantom-you-tube-video/227601 "2012-12-06T09:27:42Z")
OK, I know someone on here might know what’s going on with this, and have a suggestion. I did a Google search on my own company to see if my website was coming up. Do this from time to time when I remember. Anyway, I sta… --- ## [time warner/VZW bitching](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/time-warner-vzw-bitching/227585)
**Author:** [@stuiephoto](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/stuiephoto)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2012, 8:26am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/time-warner-vzw-bitching/227585 "2012-12-06T08:26:49Z")
Time warner cable blows monkey balls. So does verizon. Dear Google-- please bring your dreamy fiber network to buffalo. Please? I signed up under a “promotional rate” with TWC and they kept extending it under different … --- ## [I don't typically/EVER do this..Looking for Online Voting help](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/i-dont-typically-ever-do-this-looking-for-online-voting-help/227431)
**Author:** [@LAFENGAS](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/LAFENGAS)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2012, 7:52am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/i-dont-typically-ever-do-this-looking-for-online-voting-help/227431 "2012-12-06T07:52:40Z")
I’ve got a friend thats on the verge of winning a very big award for a new start up business that will revolutionalize the mobile marketing world, especially for small businesses. Any rate, the award is out of hundereds… --- ## [Killer Karaoke - F'ing Hilarious](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/killer-karaoke-fing-hilarious/227606)
**Author:** [@ubengineering](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/ubengineering)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2012, 7:11am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/killer-karaoke-fing-hilarious/227606 "2012-12-06T07:11:24Z")
Now when I first heard about this show, I thought the concept was completely retarded, until I saw it on E!'s The Soup for kick ass clip of the week. I was tearing up pretty hard, I’ll have to record a full show and watc… --- ## [BMW: SMG vs. 6 Spd](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/bmw-smg-vs-6-spd/227596)
**Author:** [@bing](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/bing)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2012, 6:08am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/bmw-smg-vs-6-spd/227596 "2012-12-06T06:08:16Z")
Is there a thread for this discussion already? I did a search but our search function blows. I test drove an SMG in two cars yesterday and it was pretty awesome but i keep forgetting to shift; too used to clutch pedal … --- ## [Free Jim Bean bacon swiss burger at red robins on december 4th](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/free-jim-bean-bacon-swiss-burger-at-red-robins-on-december-4th/227569)
**Author:** [@iwanagofast1](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/iwanagofast1)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [December 5, 2012, 4:47pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/free-jim-bean-bacon-swiss-burger-at-red-robins-on-december-4th/227569 "2012-12-05T16:47:22Z")
If your name is any form of james, 1st middle or last, or live at some location with a type of jim in the name you get a $7.80 burger for free. Fries are not included but are 1.99 --- ## [Buffalo 2nd Best City To Relocate to w/ Buffalo Pro and Con & Citv vs. Burb Position!](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/buffalo-2nd-best-city-to-relocate-to-w-buffalo-pro-and-con-citv-vs-burb-position/227519)
**Author:** [@ProgRocker](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/ProgRocker)\ **Replies:** 141\ **Last updated:** [December 5, 2012, 1:15pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/buffalo-2nd-best-city-to-relocate-to-w-buffalo-pro-and-con-citv-vs-burb-position/227519 "2012-12-05T13:15:15Z")
Despite all the negative threads about Buffalo. It seems we were ranked #2 to relocate to. Hmm. http://www.cnbc.com/id/39850148/?slide=10 --- ## [NYC for 48 hours, first timer, what to do?](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/nyc-for-48-hours-first-timer-what-to-do/227511)
**Author:** [@JustinH](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/JustinH)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [December 5, 2012, 11:33am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/nyc-for-48-hours-first-timer-what-to-do/227511 "2012-12-05T11:33:49Z")
I’ve only been to NYC once as a young child, my fiance has never been. Since we are moving to Texas this year, I figured we should take the opportunity to go over a weekend before christmas. What are some good things t… --- ## [Will I beat a 08 wrx Cobb stage 3?](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/will-i-beat-a-08-wrx-cobb-stage-3/227407)
**Author:** [@Choda](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Choda)\ **Replies:** 60\ **Last updated:** [December 5, 2012, 10:07am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/will-i-beat-a-08-wrx-cobb-stage-3/227407 "2012-12-05T10:07:09Z")
Little brother just bought one and wants to beat up on the poor ol work truck. It’s not the sti. What is Cobb 3 mean? Intake exhaust tune??? --- ## [Daniel the Street King](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/daniel-the-street-king/227580)
**Author:** [@Onyx\_Z32](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Onyx_Z32)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [December 5, 2012, 9:09am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/daniel-the-street-king/227580 "2012-12-05T09:09:46Z")
lol http://albanyga.craigslist.org/cto/3449102525.html Im looking for a place to meet other street racers to race. I run for cash or pink slips, $500 minimum. Hit me up with some details and make sure you bring a fast… [Previous page](https://forums.speedlife.net/c/nyspeed-automotive/5.md?page=152) [Next page](https://forums.speedlife.net/c/nyspeed-automotive/5.md?page=154)