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:hello:

:shout: WHAT YEAR IS IT?!?!?!? /Robin Williams meme

:unionjack:

oi c@#t!

:LOL:

you lock while i tep :(


i was going to say... my sti is the impossubaru right now... well kind of. it can be fixed.. i just don't have the means (aka money)

:LOL:

Continuing Aaron's statement, I agree that coming from Hondas, Subarus definitely don't have the same quality.

Continuing Jim's statement that was continuing Aaron's, :iagree: .

Aaron, what has happened for you to say that about subaru? I was really eying an STI but statements like that scurr me!

Man i would NEVER try Balut...There are just some things that shouldn't be eaten...

BTW...For those bikers in here..

The two bikes that peaked my interest were the FZ6R and the Ninja 1000...I was just talking about it Tues and low and behold...Was walking to my car and saw a white one in the very first parking space as if it was meant for me to see. Took a really good look at it and I must say. In person, it's not very pretty. I has disappoint.

Thoughts?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DMwRHpR_UHU

Concept cars in Forza, lol.

following all this :iagree: window switch panel on the door broke probably 5+ time while I had the car. whole car is plastic and sub-par parts, both interior and mechanically. Head gasket leak common for decades, awd binds up common, they basically took a good idea and turned it into shit with crappy parts [/rant]

damn

GET OUT OF MY HEAD!

• Power steering failure began at < 30K. (My own fault for not pursuing warranty repair.)
• Wheel studs. What are they made of, plastic??
• Interior plastics. What are they fitted with, a shoehorn and crisco?
• OEM tires don't fit. Should OEM tires rub around corners? Should bottoming out the suspension result in fender contact?
• I could think of more, but it's early.

i did not have any of those problems... all of my problems are old subaru problems (prior to toyota buy out)... head gasket... and age. i like the interior of my 04 sti. my wheel studs have been great.. even with track events on them. my oem tires fit fine even with dropped suspension...

For all intents and purposes, you have a completely different car than Jeff (well, Bobbie), James (formerly), and myself.

Hey.. hey.. (Man..I haven't been in the Mid-A HAW thread in ages).....

My coworker is going to DC for a little vacation and had a question about one of the roads.. Can anyone help?

A) I'm directionally challenged
B) I havn't been "home" or to the East Coast for that matter in 5 years...



Directions
Continue onto I-76 E
8. Take exit 161 to merge onto I-70 E toward US-30/Breezewood/Baltimore
9. Turn left to stay on I-70 E (signs for Washington D.C./Baltimore), Entering Maryland
10. Take exit 53 to merge onto I-270 S toward Washington
11. Keep right to continue on I-270 Spur S, follow signs for Interstate 495 S/North Virginia/Washington
12. Merge onto I-495 S
13. Take exit 43-44 for VA-193/George Washington Memorial Parkway/Georgetown Pike toward Great Falls Virginia/Langley/Washington
14. Take exit 43 for Geo Washington Memorial Pkwy toward Washington
15. Merge onto George Washington Memorial Pkwy, Passing through District of Columbia, Entering Virginia
16. Turn left onto Cameron St
17. Take the 2nd right onto N Pitt St
18. Take the 1st left onto King St
Destination will be on the right, Hotel Monaco, 480 King St. Alexandria


Travelling past the Pentagon, Reagan Int’l, etc.. on the Washington Parkway seems like it might take longer and be more congested. Would it make more sense to just stay on 495 and follow it down/around to to US 1/ Richmond Hwy? I could get off at US 1, head north and get to the hotel that way.

Also, anyone have some suggestions on good eats in the Alexandria area?

10191

damn...just when i was set on getting the subie...smh

this i know :p

I personally would stay on 495 and hit it during the off hours. Especially for someone that doesn't know DC roads.

It sounds like he's going to be going through around 2 to 3pm... thanks!

Problems with Bree's STi

The driver seat is wearing down cause she gets into it weird.
plastic scratches easily
paint is made out of watercolors paint that you buy at walmart

.... other than that.. she loves it.

:iagree:

awesome..thanks guys..


btw.. good eat recommendations in Alexandria?

Really all depends what he likes. There's a lot of places around the area. :LOL:

They eat everything... something local... something unique... where would you go eat if you were in the area? :LOL:

Motoo! Long time, man!

I used to live a few miles from there. :hello: Too bad we moved. I still remember the time we all met up with you in DC. :D

There are tons of great places to eat near Hotel Monaco. Literally, King St is lined with amazing restaurants.

• Pizzaria Paradiso (Good pizzas and craft beer. Happy hour specials.)
• Landini Brothers (Nicer Italian dining.)
• Bugsy's (Sports bar. Low key..)
• Asian Bistro
• Bittersweet (Try the breakfast bar one day. You pay by the lb. like a salad bar.)
• Virtue (Upscale place with unique bar food and drinks you won't find any where else.)
• Bilbo Baggins (A locals hangout with good food and friendly atmosphere. A bit of a dive.)
• Restaurant Eve (Also fine dining. $$$ But, amazing food and unique house created drinks. If you like Vodka & Tonic / Gin & Tonic at least stop in for one at the bar. Ask for the house made tonic.)

Restaurant Eve and Virtue employ legitimate mixologists that come up with some pretty interesting drinks for their menu. Virtue's drink specials blend in each recipe to create something truly unique.

They eat everything... something local... something unique... where would you go eat if you were in the area? :LOL:
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in typical non helpful haw fashion:

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because everyone knows that when you go someplace new, you always end up eating here.


:chums: glad i could help!

I'll third this recommendation.

They eat everything... something local... something unique... where would you go eat if you were in the area? :LOL:
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in typical non helpful haw fashion:

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because everyone knows that when you go someplace new, you always end up eating here.


:chums: glad i could help!
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:LOL:

They eat everything... something local... something unique... where would you go eat if you were in the area? :LOL:
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in typical non helpful haw fashion:

https://encrypted-tbn2.gstatic.com/i...p7rnmwvl8awOHQ

because everyone knows that when you go someplace new, you always end up eating here.


:chums: glad i could help!
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i knew that was coming :coat:

however, i will be in alexandria this weekend for a siberian husky dog park meet, so i'm also interested in places to eat in the area...

hey hey!!! :hello:

long time no chat.. man.. that was a loooong time ago.... I wonder if I still have the pics from that meet...it was a while ago.... :LOL:

I definitely will pass this info over to my coworker... much appreciated.. :thumbup:

see you next time.. (dragon?).. i'll buy you a :beer:

They eat everything... something local... something unique... where would you go eat if you were in the area? :LOL:
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in typical non helpful haw fashion:

https://encrypted-tbn2.gstatic.com/i...p7rnmwvl8awOHQ

because everyone knows that when you go someplace new, you always end up eating here.


:chums: glad i could help!
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:LOL:
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i knew that was coming :coat:

however, i will be in alexandria this weekend for a siberian husky dog park meet, so i'm also interested in places to eat in the area...
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looking for a gf?

They eat everything... something local... something unique... where would you go eat if you were in the area? :LOL:
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in typical non helpful haw fashion:

https://encrypted-tbn2.gstatic.com/i...p7rnmwvl8awOHQ

because everyone knows that when you go someplace new, you always end up eating here.


:chums: glad i could help!
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:LOL:
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i knew that was coming :coat:

however, i will be in alexandria this weekend for a siberian husky dog park meet, so i'm also interested in places to eat in the area...
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looking for a gf?
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haha! no i have one. i'm part of an online husky forum... the mid-a section does monthly dog park meets so our huskies can play with other huskies (huskies play rough... so most other dog owners dont' want them near their dog). so as a solution, we decided to do monthly meets around the area. last month was in the baltimore area, so this month i'm going to have to travel.

so mc donalds then husky meet?

:( probably.

:LOL:

I ninja edited with some more info. :thumbup:

And yes, it was a long time ago. :LOL: Every year I say I am going back to the Dragon... Every year something else comes up. :coat:

There are tons of places with sidewalk seating. Perfect for your situation.

You went 2 years ago. :shrug:

I arrived after noon on Saturday and was gone at 8:30 AM Sunday. :(

That barely even counts.

holy...2006



https://www.s2ki.com/s2000/uploads/g...1152334417.jpg

There are tons of places with sidewalk seating. Perfect for your situation.
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:thumbup: thanks

I was there... Where am I? :LOL:

I must have been at the bar. :drunk:

Or circling the block trying to find parking. :argh:

:rofl:

i just noticed that too... you must have been making friends with the bartender (who was wondering who pounds heinekens all night) :LOL:

It must have been a Corner-only photo. :rofl:

:rofl:

Turtle.

damnit...buddy just got a brand new gixxer 600...i was totally not thinking of bikes...then BAM...

Engine asplode under your butt?

The ADD kicks in again. Every time I try to get out...
















































I don't remember. Dang look at that Bike!

http://www.2014reviews.com/wp-conten...park-Black.jpg

*drooools

Ninja 1000.

I was confused why you were talking about gixxer and then posted a pic of a Kawasaki :)

lol....i wasn't even thinking about bikes until my buddy tells me he just got a brand new gixxer...then it reminded me of the one bike i truly want...which is that ninja 1000...and it comes white!

:roflmao: yes

How about yellow?

EXACTLY.

I'll be honest. Ever since i started riding...Cars just aren't the same anymore.

It's hard to fathom the idea of spending money on cars to get that power when i know i can just hop on a bike and have way more fun. It's not even the speed...I could go 10 mph Below the speed limit. It's just 10x more fun to ride. Just a different feeling.

I've not seen a yellow one in person. I'd have to see if it looks good or not. I've seen the green and white. But I love the white.

Either way. I got about another month or 2 to decide.

I got ONE MORE LOAN TO GO!!!! Then I'll make a decision if I get a bike or continue with the G. I've held off for awhile. This has gotta be a record or something. Hell, i've had this G longer than any other car i've owned minus the S2000! That's gotta account for something.

Yeah but you have actually had the G in your possession longer :)

I fell off the wagon when I got rid of s2000 # 2. I had that car the 2nd longest.

Green is good.

:roflmao:

This is so true :D

I truly do love the G. Sandy wants to turbo it instead of me getting a bike. i know she's worried, but man...that's just money.

I truly do love the G. Sandy wants to turbo it instead of me getting a bike. i know she's worried, but man...even tho it's cheaper than the s2000...it's still 8500 out the door. There is a dyno sheet at 12 psi pushing 651 whp. Not too shabby for that price. Her point is, the car has already had everything done. From the wheels, to suspension, to looks etc. So for a "safer" way of having fun and power, the turbo is something she wanted to do.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xOP4pIOY8Kw

ROFLLLLL

There is a lot to be said for having a bunch of metal surrounding you