Things that piss me off

[oh8wrx]

As much as it sucks in stop and go traffic, I love stick. It's makes winter driving a million times easier.

Word.   And i'm going to make my daughter learn as well (she's fifteen and gets her license next year).  Last thing I want is her at a party and the driver is hammered and her or her friends do something stupid because no one knows how to drive a stick.

In addition to that, even if you're sober, it's a hidden blessing in the late hours when you're tired. When driving an automatic, it's so easy to zone out and kind of go into an autopilot mode (I fell asleep mid-corner once). Driving standard, as long as you're not cruising on the highway, forces you to have some degree of situational awareness.

I agree. And for me, I feel like I'm more in control of the car.

[cramx3]

As much as it sucks in stop and go traffic, I love stick. It's makes winter driving a million times easier.

Word.   And i'm going to make my daughter learn as well (she's fifteen and gets her license next year).  Last thing I want is her at a party and the driver is hammered and her or her friends do something stupid because no one knows how to drive a stick.

That's what Uber is for. 

[hefdaddy42]

I am 44 years old and have never driven a stick.  Never had to, never wanted to, and since I am highly unlikely to ever drive a big truck or a sports car, I will most likely never have to in the future, since most auto companies aren't installing manual transmissions in any other types of vehicles anymore.

[Stadler]

I am 44 years old and have never driven a stick.  Never had to, never wanted to, and since I am highly unlikely to ever drive a big truck or a sports car, I will most likely never have to in the future, since most auto companies aren't installing manual transmissions in any other types of vehicles anymore.

Used to be that auto tranny's cost more (up to $3K more in some cases) so the stick was the "cheaper option".  My step son works for Volvo/Saab and now it's the opposite!   If they even do offer the stick, it's at a premium!

[Chino]

I am 44 years old and have never driven a stick.  Never had to, never wanted to, and since I am highly unlikely to ever drive a big truck or a sports car, I will most likely never have to in the future, since most auto companies aren't installing manual transmissions in any other types of vehicles anymore.

Used to be that auto tranny's cost more (up to $3K more in some cases) so the stick was the "cheaper option".  My step son works for Volvo/Saab and now it's the opposite!   If they even do offer the stick, it's at a premium!

A lot of that is because many car manufacturers offer 'X' number of warranty miles covering the transmission. If you leave the shifting up to a computer that plays it safe, odds are the car manufacturer will never have to make good on that promise. You get someone with a manual transmission, even if they know how to use it, they still run the risk of having to perform free repairs. The automatic transmission might be more expensive to install, but they probably save dealerships a fortune in comped labor costs.

[gmillerdrake]

I am 44 years old and have never driven a stick.  Never had to, never wanted to, and since I am highly unlikely to ever drive a big truck or a sports car, I will most likely never have to in the future, since most auto companies aren't installing manual transmissions in any other types of vehicles anymore.

Used to be that auto tranny's cost more (up to $3K more in some cases) so the stick was the "cheaper option".  My step son works for Volvo/Saab and now it's the opposite!   If they even do offer the stick, it's at a premium!

A lot of that is because many car manufacturers offer 'X' number of warranty miles covering the transmission. If you leave the shifting up to a computer that plays it safe, odds are the car manufacturer will never have to make good on that promise. You get someone with a manual transmission, even if they know how to use it, they still run the risk of having to perform free repairs. The automatic transmission might be more expensive to install, but they probably save dealerships a fortune in comped labor costs.

I drove a 1994 Ford Ranger with manual transmission for 12 years and GAVE the truck to my Uncle when it had 196k miles on it.....and never had a single issue with the transmission or ever had to replace the clutch.

He drove it another 2 years with no issues then sold the truck for $1500.    for all I know that beast is still out there somwhere. Such a great truck it was.

[Chino]

I am 44 years old and have never driven a stick.  Never had to, never wanted to, and since I am highly unlikely to ever drive a big truck or a sports car, I will most likely never have to in the future, since most auto companies aren't installing manual transmissions in any other types of vehicles anymore.

Used to be that auto tranny's cost more (up to $3K more in some cases) so the stick was the "cheaper option".  My step son works for Volvo/Saab and now it's the opposite!   If they even do offer the stick, it's at a premium!

A lot of that is because many car manufacturers offer 'X' number of warranty miles covering the transmission. If you leave the shifting up to a computer that plays it safe, odds are the car manufacturer will never have to make good on that promise. You get someone with a manual transmission, even if they know how to use it, they still run the risk of having to perform free repairs. The automatic transmission might be more expensive to install, but they probably save dealerships a fortune in comped labor costs.

I drove a 1994 Ford Ranger with manual transmission for 12 years and GAVE the truck to my Uncle when it had 196k miles on it.....and never had a single issue with the transmission or ever had to replace the clutch.

He drove it another 2 years with no issues then sold the truck for $1500.    for all I know that beast is still out there somwhere. Such a great truck it was.

I have to admit, outside of a lemon water pump around 25k miles, my Mini has been a pretty good sport in terms of taking abuse. I just passed 93K miles and I beat the living piss out of it. Transmission and clutch still feel great. The only parts that have failed were an ignition module and a solenoid that controlled oil flow. Both were relatively cheap repairs, all things considered.

My girlfriend's father's old F-150 was a beast. He'd tow his paving equipment daily in it and plowed commercial lots in the winter. He got that thing up to nearly 250K miles before the transmission finally failed. He still got $6000 for the truck when he sold it, despite the fact it needed to be moved with a flatbed. I suppose if everything else was in working order on it, and you had another transmission to drop in, you could get a quality piece for under $15K. I've been looking around in the pickup market and that's a good deal from what I gather.

[oh8wrx]

The phrase "Actions speak louder than words"... it annoys me so much, occasionally pisses me off.

HOWEVER, I am currently appreciating it because dude is playing games again. I'm out in San Antonio and he's pulling the "my life's so busy" excuse. Dude, I'm in your city for a week, wtf is your issue? I suggest getting together whenever, time of day doesn't matter, but it's always "Let's see how things go".

So, apparently his actions (or lack thereof) are speaking volumes right now. SMH! 

Thankfully though I'll be out at an Oktoberfest with a friend tonight, someone who I can actually rely on to text back and stick to plans! yay for good friends! 

Yeah, sounds like we're back to "he's just not that into you" again. Have fun with your friend, who actually wants to make time for you!

UPDATE: We went to the Prophets of Rage concert that Sunday and had a fun time. Ended the night and he said "I'll see you on Tuesday" and I said "i'm not holding my breath so it was good seeing you". The next day he texted me and told me how much fun he had at the concert and he'd see me tomorrow (Tuesday). Casual conversation back and forth throughout the day. Tuesday rolls around... silence. I didn't reach out, I just waited. No texts, no calls, nothing. Around 8-9pm I finally text him "It was good seeing you Sunday. Good luck with everything. If you happen to come out to LA, feel free to hit me up. Take care". No response at all from him...and honestly, with the text I sent, I didn't expect a response and I've written him off.

HOWEVER...however...he has the balls to creep on my Snapchat story. I dont understand? Guys, what's the deal? 

[cramx3]

Stop wasting your time, props for calling him out on it. 

Any guy who is legitimately interested wouldn't ignore you like that.

[oh8wrx]

Stop wasting your time, props for calling him out on it. 

Any guy who is legitimately interested wouldn't ignore you like that.

Thank you! I'm definitely done and don't even want any type of friendship. But, what's up with him watching my Snapchat story??

[oh8wrx]

...I should elaborate a little more. He is not big on social media and rarely ever watched my Snapchat story but all of a sudden since i "cut ties" he's been creepin.

[hefdaddy42]

Sounds like he is in dire need of an ass whippin'.

[cramx3]

...I should elaborate a little more. He is not big on social media and rarely ever watched my Snapchat story but all of a sudden since i "cut ties" he's been creepin.

If he isn't into social media, maybe he doesn't know you know that he is viewing them.  If he did know that, then it could be his way of saying "im still interested" even though that's a very poor way of saying that.  Or it could be that he is jealous and wants to know what you are up to.. or he just wants to be friends.  Lots of things, but I wouldn't think too much about it.  Just let it be and if it bothers you then remove him.

[oh8wrx]

...I should elaborate a little more. He is not big on social media and rarely ever watched my Snapchat story but all of a sudden since i "cut ties" he's been creepin.

If he isn't into social media, maybe he doesn't know you know that he is viewing them.  If he did know that, then it could be his way of saying "im still interested" even though that's a very poor way of saying that.  Or it could be that he is jealous and wants to know what you are up to.. or he just wants to be friends.  Lots of things, but I wouldn't think too much about it.  Just let it be and if it bothers you then remove him.

I agree, thank you.. I appreciate your feedback I'm going to leave it alone for now and not look too much into it.

[KevShmev]

I am 44 years old and have never driven a stick.  Never had to, never wanted to,

Change 44 to 43 and that's me. I have never been a big car guy; as long as it runs to get me from Point A to Point B and doesn't look shitty, I am good. 

[cramx3]

I am 44 years old and have never driven a stick.  Never had to, never wanted to,

Change 44 to 43 and that's me. I have never been a big car guy; as long as it runs to get me from Point A to Point B and doesn't look shitty, I am good.

Add in having a good stereo.

[Prog Snob]

I am 44 years old and have never driven a stick.  Never had to, never wanted to,

Change 44 to 43 and that's me. I have never been a big car guy; as long as it runs to get me from Point A to Point B and doesn't look shitty, I am good.

How about a little car? 

[NunoTenniscourt]

I am 44 years old and have never driven a stick.  Never had to, never wanted to,

I have never been a big car guy; as long as it runs to get me from Point A to Point B and doesn't look shitty, I am good.

This describes me, as well. I'll also add the fact that I can't fix them for shit, either.

[Phoenix87x]

Things that piss me off 11/8/16:  Myself, when i am having a Personal text conversation with a girl I am dating and my boss randomly texts me some whatever thing about work and I accidentally text my boss back something scandalous since they both have blue text and I wasn't paying close enough attention 

[Podaar]

 

I did that once with the message service who answers our business line when we're otherwise busy. I got a polite, "Gee, thanks!" back from them.

[cramx3]

  yea that is pretty bad, I just hate doing that in general, although I have yet to do it with anything scandalous.

[Stadler]

My ex did that once with me while I was on a work assignment about 300 miles away. Something to do with red panties. 

[black_biff_stadler]

Honestly, who hasn't told their boss they wanna eat their ass?

[TioJorge]

Honestly, who hasn't told their boss they wanna eat their ass?

... 

[Stadler]

Honestly, who hasn't told their boss they wanna eat their ass?

Except when the reply is "Wow, um, okay, yeah, I actually would like that!"

[cramx3]

Honestly, who hasn't told their boss they wanna eat their ass?

Considering my boss ripped ass in our rental car a bit ago that almost made me throw up... me

[black_biff_stadler]

There's always tomorrow.

[King Postwhore]

I think all my employees would quit first.

[Phoenix87x]

Things that piss me off 11/12/16:

When you have to compete with a best friend. Long story short, my good friend and I work at the same hospital. We both graduate in May and there is only one pharmacist job available. Graduation is an exciting time and its just kind of awkward discussing future plans since we both definitely want that spot. Oh well I guess.

[cramx3]

Things that piss me off 11/12/16:

When you have to compete with a best friend. Long story short, my good friend and I work at the same hospital. We both graduate in May and there is only one pharmacist job available. Graduation is an exciting time and its just kind of awkward discussing future plans since we both definitely want that spot. Oh well I guess.

As much as it sucks, a friendly competition could bring out the best of both of you as long as you both can keep it respectful.

[Jester]

Things that piss me off 11/12/16:

When you have to compete with a best friend. Long story short, my good friend and I work at the same hospital. We both graduate in May and there is only one pharmacist job available. Graduation is an exciting time and its just kind of awkward discussing future plans since we both definitely want that spot. Oh well I guess.

I'd tell you to take the high road, and you should, but don't be surprised if the high road leads to a cliff and a lifetime of resentment if the other person takes the low road.

But most importantly, good luck.

[Chino]

Can't stannnnd someone giving me directions these days.

Friend: Come check out my new house.
Me: What's the address.
Friend: XX Something Lane, Somewhere in CT
Me: Cool
Friend: Get off Exit XX. Do you know where the citgo is?
Me: No, but it's cool.
Friend: Get off the exit. Turn left after the Citgo. Follow that road. Turn left at the 3 way. Go through 2 stop signs and turn right at the church, blah blah fucking blah.

Bro. I have 3 different GPS apps on my phone. Like I said, it's cool. I'll get there. If I do have trouble, I'll call you from my space phone and you can instruct me then.

[King Postwhore]

When an employee steals a flash drive off of your computer that you needed to load pictures to bring to Staples.  They are so fucking cheap.  WTF.

[TAC]

Can't stannnnd someone giving me directions these days.

Friend: Come check out my new house.
Me: What's the address.
Friend: XX Something Lane, Somewhere in CT
Me: Cool
Friend: Get off Exit XX. Do you know where the citgo is?
Me: No, but it's cool.
Friend: Get off the exit. Turn left after the Citgo. Follow that road. Turn left at the 3 way. Go through 2 stop signs and turn right at the church, blah blah fucking blah.

Bro. I have 3 different GPS apps on my phone. Like I said, it's cool. I'll get there. If I do have trouble, I'll call you from my space phone and you can instruct me then.

This made me laugh. 

[Jester]

That actually sounds manageable.  At least they started out with the actual address.

There are a few people that are torture when it comes to *directions*.

Friend:  Ok.  There's going to be a McDonald's on the left near ...
Me:  Just need the address.
Friend:  But the McDonald's is on the left so ...
Me:  Address, please.  I just need the address and any specific directions my GPS can't give me like a gate code number.
Friend:  Then you are going to see a billboard ...
Me:  For the love of god.  Address.  Just text it.
Friend:  I don't really like that billboard.  Maybe it doesn't have that baby on it now?
Me:  Address, PLEASE!!!
Friend:  Just let me give you the directions!!!

I'm old enough to recall the days even pre-internet maps when I had to write down all the fast food, dog in the yard, etc. directions that would get me nowhere near where the destination actually was.  Early adopter of Microsoft Streets software simply because of all the bad directions.