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    Welcome to the IHoP v.2

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    Passkey usually allow the vehicle to start and run for 3 seconds then it kills fuel. After 3 attempts it will lock out the starter.
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    Depends on the passlock system being used, and the issues it has. GM usually uses a rolling code with an internal pickup and resistor. Inside the lock cylinder there is a sensor that reads a magnet that must be in the proper position when the key turns. Being integral, it is rarely a communication failure issue. GM's relearn is typically 10 minutes key on engine off (KOEO), up to 30 seconds key off, 10 minutes KOEO, up to 30 seconds key off, 10 minutes KOEO, 30 seconds key off, then start the car. I have had to run through the relearn a couple times because the antitheft module either didn't see the cycle correctly, or I made a mistake. Very rarely the antitheft module will lock up and need to be reprogrammed. If the antitheft module has been replaced, it will need to be reflashed. Different vehicles use different modules that house the antitheft module. In most cases it is in the BCM (body controller), although it is also sometimes located in the IPC (instrument panel) or as a stand alone module. More information on the actual issue, year make and model, and a pic of the key will help me narrow it down. At the throat of the key (just below the grab handle) you may see a "PK3", a "3" a "III" or some other designation indicating a 3, possibly an X. In which case the key pic will not be necessary. Also, with regards to the failure issue, a telltale on the dash indicating "Security" or a green key flashing may help to narrow down a security issue or an actual ignition issue. I have seen a few ignition switch issues (electrical portion, not the lock cylinder) cause really odd problems, so that is fairly common.
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    I refuse to purchase Sony's initial console launches. I will wait 6 months to a year for them to iron out the bugs that will undoubtedly plague the PS4. For Scotch, single malt is key. Blended is a no-no. and FWIW, it is no secret I am a huge fan of whiskeys. Irish, Tennessee, Bourbon... but I am not a Scotch man by any means. Some of the PS4s people are getting are "broken" straight out of the box. Some issues with metal tab blocking part of hdmi port and faulty firmware. Sony has said it's an isolated incident, but it appears to be a bit bigger than what they're leading on. I'll probably order one in a few months once the issues are solved. I have been screwed by buying Sony's initial launch too many times. I am not surprised at all about the issues. I love their platforms, but I am not going to get fucked again. They usually get their issues fixed by the "slimline" release. My PS3 slimline is one of the original slims, and it still works.
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    I refuse to purchase Sony's initial console launches. I will wait 6 months to a year for them to iron out the bugs that will undoubtedly plague the PS4. If I had notice I could have mailed a bottle of kings castle to you. I'll try anything. But honestly, I have never really had a Scotch that made me think that I couldn't live without a bottle in my cabinet. I would never spend $500 on a bottle of it. I have found there is a massive law of diminishing returns with alcohol. I have had some Pappy 23, which cost as much for a shot as a bottle of Double Oaked, and while it was nice I would rather have had the bottle of Double Oaked. Was it better then the Woodford? Oh yeah. It is almost like a desert whiskey. If it were on the shelf for $60 next to the Double Oaked (also $60) would I buy the Pappy? Sure. Would I buy it if the Pappy were $100? I might just stick with the Woodford. The Pappy retails for ~$600 a bottle. I'll buy 10 bottles of DO instead...
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    I refuse to purchase Sony's initial console launches. I will wait 6 months to a year for them to iron out the bugs that will undoubtedly plague the PS4. For Scotch, single malt is key. Blended is a no-no. and FWIW, it is no secret I am a huge fan of whiskeys. Irish, Tennessee, Bourbon... but I am not a Scotch man by any means.
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    NOOOIIICCCEEE!!!!
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    Pics?
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    Suddenly a Pokemon fan... http://fashionablygeek.com/sexy/cute-and-sexy-pokemon-panties/
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    Oh, and FWIW, I am tired of working on Jeeps. Today alone I built a front diff on an 04 Grand Cherokee and repaired broken wiring in the door jam(4l), replaced a leaking block heater and heater hoses on a 2004 4.7l GC, diagnosed and replaced an upstream 02 on a 98 4l GC, and diagnosed a bad drivers door module taking down the network in a 2000 GC, 4.7L, and a leaking trans pan and reverse light switch in a 99 4l Wrangler. Yes, well over 20 hours turned on Jeeps today. We specialize on those pieces of shit.
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    Envious. I am busting my fucking ass 5 days a week 12 hours a day. I would kill for a nice 72 hour turnaround... but I can't complain about the pay. Averaging 150 hours turned each pay period... but still, time off would be killer.
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    These fuckin people in NC make me laugh. We got our first "snow" today. It was a real whopper of a storm, let me tell you. So I go on the local news website to check for school closings or delays (yes, even if snow is forecast, not falling, they close schools here) and I saw this gem... http://www.digtriad.com/news/photo-gallery.aspx?storyid=305634 Photo gallery of our "winter blast".
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    Thanks for your service, brother. This too.I'm a self absorbed fuckface. Thank you J. Your service is a huge deal for all of us. Anyone in the service here that I don't remember.... Thank you so much. your not the only one! I thank all of you guys who have served!Neither of you are. While I know I feel humbled to be thanked (as I am sure Julian does as well), I am honored to have served and could not of done it if it were not for the men and women who came before me. J I didn't know Julian served... Thanks to Julian for his service as well.
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    Thanks for your service, brother.
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    Good god damn and holy hellfire Jesus help me, my wife would understand. Quoted to see again... The wife may fight you for her! Whoops... how did that get quoted again?
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    Sixty nine, dude...
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    A grow room, I'd like that. For personal use. Honestly, if I were to pick between a night out drinking and a smoking a joint in an evening, I'd definitely pick the second option. I was good at it. The biggest positive for me was the book "Indoor marijuana horticulture". At the time hydroponics was a fairly new method. I preferred soils, and found bat shit to be affordable, and odor free. Light timing is essential, and must be stringently followed. I hand watered and maintained the system, maintained soil PH, and talked to my plants every day... it is said that conversation promotes positive growth. I had to synchronize my maintenance with my lighting schedule which can be a PITA at times. I generally started with roughly 100 seedlings. Roughly 75% came up, roughly 1/2 of that sexed out as males. I let the strong females choke the weak plants out. On average I had a 20 plant yield, and it was potent. I had an extra room in the apartment and used the closet for growth. It was well aerated (intake and outlet fans were in use), the walls were covered with mirrors, and I built a surround for the door that was insulated. I used fluorescent lights to start seedlings, and metal halides for primary plant growth and high pressure sodiums for budding. My light systems were suspended with swingset chains so I could keep them as close to the plant as possible, and raise them as plant growth required. But I am too old for it now. I prefer to drink, as it is legal. Holy smokes, that sounds like tedious work. Lots and lots of work. I spent roughly an hour a day, but considerably more during the couple weeks at the beginning when I sprouted from seed.
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    FWIW I played with cloning and cross breeding as well. Cloning worked for one or 2 cycles, but started getting weak fast. Cross breeding yielded inconsistent results, and is really inefficient with downtime in the room for polination/seeding. Thanks to the fans I had no issues with pollinating, but after a couple tries I just threw it out the window.
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    A grow room, I'd like that. For personal use. Honestly, if I were to pick between a night out drinking and a smoking a joint in an evening, I'd definitely pick the second option. I was good at it. The biggest positive for me was the book "Indoor marijuana horticulture". At the time hydroponics was a fairly new method. I preferred soils, and found bat shit to be affordable, and odor free. Light timing is essential, and must be stringently followed. I hand watered and maintained the system, maintained soil PH, and talked to my plants every day... it is said that conversation promotes positive growth. I had to synchronize my maintenance with my lighting schedule which can be a PITA at times. I generally started with roughly 100 seedlings. Roughly 75% came up, roughly 1/2 of that sexed out as males. I let the strong females choke the weak plants out. On average I had a 20 plant yield, and it was potent. I had an extra room in the apartment and used the closet for growth. It was well aerated (intake and outlet fans were in use), the walls were covered with mirrors, and I built a surround for the door that was insulated. I used fluorescent lights to start seedlings, and metal halides for primary plant growth and high pressure sodiums for budding. My light systems were suspended with swingset chains so I could keep them as close to the plant as possible, and raise them as plant growth required. But I am too old for it now. I prefer to drink, as it is legal.
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    Whoops!!!
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    Felony possession with intent anyone?
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    How stupid are people, really? I am just browsing photobucket for the attention whores, and I never fail to be blown away by these people's naivete. First, are these stupid bitches really dumb enough to believe these photos will not haunt them for the rest of their lives? I am not complaining, mind you. Second, and likely the biggest deal... it kills me that these people are posting pictures of big bags of buds, and even nice sized grow rooms. Seriously? When I was much younger I had a grow room. I was always paranoid about getting caught. I worried about everything from bringing in supplies, to heat signatures, to energy cost increases. Never in my wildest dreams did I ever contemplate taking pictures of a room that would have me put away for a long time... and it was fairly impressive for the 80s.These dumbasses are photographing felony possession, growth, and distribution and posting it on the internet, complete with traceable IPs for the police to follow.
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