Doca’s XV: Stamford

@AstroKats Yeah, I was thinking that. I’ve got a nice stiff, but narrow felt brush that’ll probably work well.

@sas-XV Thanks. I’ve seen a number of products that function in the same manner. Most of them also warn user to immediately remove it from painted surfaces.

Currently looking for a new home in New Brunswick, I’ll actually be doing something about it when we get home.


Anybody know where I can get a nice plate delete? New Brunswick doesn’t have front plates and it’s going to be a delete or an accurate, novelty Gunma plate for the front. Problem is, the plate deletes are boring, stupid or just not me and Stamford.

AstroKats said:

Ford Elite

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460CI 7.5L V8 ?

Closed Case said:

460CI 7.5L V8 ?

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Was it really 7.5L? Yikes! What was the GPM, LOL!

My 2004 Chevy Avalanche had an 8.1L V8. Was a beast and drank gas like one, too. Had it for 15 years, and did the job for me. Very versatile with the midgate. Later I didn't need it anymore and replaced it with my 2018 Crosstrek.

Doca said:

@AstroKats Yeah, I was thinking that. I’ve got a nice stiff, but narrow felt brush that’ll probably work well.

@sas-XV Anybody know where I can get a nice plate delete? New Brunswick doesn’t have front plates and it’s going to be a delete or an accurate, novelty Gunma plate for the front. Problem is, the plate deletes are boring, stupid or just not me and Stamford.

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Try etsy. I think the name brands charge too much for what it is.

AstroKats said:

Was it really 7.5L? Yikes! What was the GPM, LOL!

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Lots and lots of hair spray, turtle necks and plaid.

Closed Case said:

Lots and lots of hair spray, turtle necks and plaid.

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That was a "mid-size"?

AstroKats said:

Was it really 7.5L? Yikes! What was the GPM, LOL!

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The (very) rough conversion is 61 cid per liter.

Doca said:

Think I’m going to ditch the plate delete option and add an authentic, fake, custom Japanese plate instead.

I still don’t have a solid grasp on their system, but heres what I came up with.
It’s a Gunma plate for a personal vehicle, with what I think is the right classification code (300 series). The “.” omits the leading 0 on this 4 digit plate.

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Also, Stamford and Bridget are moving! The Mrs and I just bought a house in New Brunswick. The inspection is today, but I throughly checked it out so, I don’t anticipate any show stoppers.

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That will confuse the toll cameras, LOL.

Cardemort still has temporary dealer plates from Florida (it has taken a long time to get a smog check). A while ago I inadvertently took the toll road exit off the freeway and had to go through an automatic toll booth, no U-Turns. It took a while but I eventually got a notice. They probably sent it to the dealer in Florida first. Now I have a huge fine, grrr...

Congrats on the move. I assume Canada, not New Jersey, LOL!

AstroKats said:

That will confuse the toll cameras, LOL.

Cardemort still has temporary dealer plates from Florida (it has taken a long time to get a smog check). A while ago I inadvertently took the toll road exit off the freeway and had to go through an automatic toll booth, no U-Turns. It took a while but I eventually got a notice. They probably sent it to the dealer in Florida first. Now I have a huge fine, grrr...

Congrats on the move. I assume Canada, not New Jersey, LOL!

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Stop the presses, you broke a law? WTF???

j/k glad you see confirmation that you are human

AstroKats said:

That was a "mid-size"?

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Actually it kind of makes sense, when the CrossTrek is considered a Sub-Compact. It hardly feels that way to me.

franzdom said:

Stop the presses, you broke a law? WTF???

j/k glad you see confirmation that you are human

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Every day. I'm not drilling holes to install a front license plate. Do as I say, not as I do...

AstroKats said:

Every day. I'm not drilling holes to install a front license plate. Do as I say, not as I do...

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Suction cups?

sas-XV said:

Suction cups?

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Yep, I have been considering the options in case I get a fixit ticket for it. It's not likely as my last one was 20 years ago. Perhaps something that wraps around with rubber bands?

Doca said:

Think I’m going to ditch the plate delete option and add an authentic, fake, custom Japanese plate instead.

I still don’t have a solid grasp on their system, but heres what I came up with.
It’s a Gunma plate for a personal vehicle, with what I think is the right classification code (300 series). The “.” omits the leading 0 on this 4 digit plate.

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Also, Stamford and Bridget are moving! The Mrs and I just bought a house in New Brunswick. The inspection is today, but I throughly checked it out so, I don’t anticipate any show stoppers.

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Which part of Canuckistan are you leaving? I've been through New Brunswick a few times. Never stopped to do anything there. Although I have family on the northern coast that I've never met.

I have vague and undefined plans to go to Nova Scotia again this year.

AstroKats said:

That will confuse the toll cameras, LOL.... Congrats on the move. I assume Canada, not New Jersey, LOL!

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Lol, I hadn't thought about traffic cameras.

Yes, it's to New Brunswick, Canada. About 30 minutes east of Fredericton.

Cutlass said:

Which part of Canuckistan are you leaving? I've been through ... I have vague and undefined plans to go to Nova Scotia again this year.

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We're currently just south east of Ottawa. A little town called Russell.
I've been to Nova Scotia quite a number of times. The Mrs is from there. A little island called Cape Sable.

In other news; I finally decided to install a USB C mounting plate in my console. The parts arrive tomorrow and now I'll never have to look at a stupid USB wire again.

Doca said:

In other news; I finally decided to install a USB C mounting plate in my console. The parts arrive tomorrow and now I'll never have to look at a stupid USB wire again.

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Spill the tea!