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HealthRe: 5 Nurses Caught Viewing Size Of Dead Patient's Manhood In US by divinehand2003(m): 3:49pm On Sep 07, 2017
The deceased's manhood must have been so endowed to go unnoticed by the naive Nurses.
Music/RadioRe: What Is The Full Meaning Of "DJ" by divinehand2003(m): 11:19pm On Sep 06, 2017
Don Jazzy
CelebritiesRe: My Breasts Has Once Caused Accident In Lagos - Mitchell Mimi (read How?) by divinehand2003(m): 11:18pm On Sep 06, 2017
Hope no one died in the accident because of your breast?
Jobs/VacanciesRe: 2017 NDDC Foreign Msc And PhD Scholarship by divinehand2003(m): 11:16pm On Sep 06, 2017
Well said @ Synger
RomanceRe: List Of Nairaland Most Beautiful Girls I Will Love To Go On Date With by divinehand2003(m): 6:23pm On Sep 06, 2017
royalmoron,
OP with evil intentions. It's show you have no respect for our beautiful NL queens.

Jobs/VacanciesRe: 2017 NDDC Foreign Msc And PhD Scholarship by divinehand2003(m): 10:52pm On Sep 05, 2017
NDDC has serious issues. Hope these issues are addressed soon enough. You can imagine what those students are passing through overseas. It's no joke at all. How will they concentrate on their studies and do well without financial support as promised by NDDC?
Nairaland GeneralRe: 10 Ways To Spot A Flood-damaged Car (a Must Read) by divinehand2003(op): 6:14am On Sep 05, 2017
2-Dirty Details
While a car is sitting (or floating) in a flood, the water carries in all manner of debris, such as grass, dirt, sand and silt. When the water level recedes, the water itself may be gone, but much of the debris remains. It's difficult for someone cleaning a car to remove all of it.

When examining a used car, you'll want to look in the places where mud and grass may remain after a flood. These include the following areas:

*inside and under the glove compartment
*engine crevices
*the trunk
*under the spare tire
*under the dashboard
*below seats and in seating tracks
*in wheel wells
*around wiring

If you do find debris in these areas, the car may have been sitting in water for a while.

1-Rely on Expert Eyes
http://s.hswstatic.com/gif/10-flood-damaged-car-3.jpg

Not sure how much damage has been done? Have a trusty mechanic check things out.

Even a used car is an investment, and you don't want to buy a damaged car that will cost you tons of money in the long run. If after your own inspection you still aren't sure the car is completely dry, hire an expert.

A good mechanic will know where to look for signs of flood damage. That's especially true of places you may not know how to examine, such as the alternator, certain wiring mechanisms and pumps.

The mechanic should also take the wheels off and inspect the brakes and wheel components, which can carry tell-tale remnants of a flood history, such as silt and mud.


http://auto.howstuffworks.com/under-the-hood/salvage-used-junkyard-parts/10-ways-to-spot-flood-damaged-car11.htm
Nairaland GeneralRe: 10 Ways To Spot A Flood-damaged Car (a Must Read) by divinehand2003(op): 6:10am On Sep 05, 2017
6-Faulty Fabrics
The upholstery that covers a car's interior can uncover a flood cover-up, too, with close inspection. Take a careful look at all the upholstery -- front, back and under the seats -- to spot blotchy, brown water stains.

Another clue is the quality of the carpet. If the car is 10 years old but the carpet looks new, be suspicious. Likewise, if the upholstery doesn't appear to match, with sections that are a different color, faded, newer or with patterns that don't line up, then someone may have removed water-stained patches. Loose carpet, too, requires further scrutiny.

Don't forget to compare the floor carpet to the upholstery on the doors and the roof to be sure they all appear to be the same age and color.


5-Take a Test Drive
A compromised electrical system is a critical and potentially life-threatening hazard inherent in cars exposed to high waters for extended periods of time. You'll want to test the car extensively to ensure all electrical components are operational.

First, poke your head under the dash and gently bend the electrical wires to see if they're brittle. If they are, you've likely detected water damage. Water damage to the rest of the electrical system is harder to view, however, so you'll need to take the car on a test drive and try out all the electronics.

When you turn the ignition, listen for unexpected sounds, and use your eyes and nose to see if smoke appears anywhere. Be sure all the dashboard lights come on, including the back lighting, and check headlights, turn signals and emergency blinkers.

Turn on the air conditioning, wipers and cigarette lighter to be sure they work as expected. And don't forget to listen to the radio: Static-plagued or distorted audio, or no audio at all, could be the result of water damage.

Too good to be true?
Do the stereo components look too new for the age of the car? Water damage ruins stereo sound, so a new stereo system without a good explanation may be a sign that the car has been flooded.

4-Check the Oil
Changes in the color and viscosity may indicate that water has gotten into the engine's oil. If you're accustomed to checking your own oil level and quality, you may be able to spot a flood-damaged vehicle by performing an oil check.

Oil in a flood-affected auto will be a different color, sometimes compared to coffee with milk or a chocolate milkshake. The oil may be pale when it should be dark. Oil that's been affected by flooding may also feel sticky to the touch.

While you're under the hood, check the paper air filter, too. If it has water stains, that's another clue that water has seeped in where it shouldn't have.

3-Soggy Signs
http://s.hswstatic.com/gif/10-flood-damaged-car-2.jpg
Check around the headlights and wheel wells to see if the car has been even partially submerged.

There are some areas of a car that won't dry no matter how hard someone tries to cover up flood damage. Look closely at all lamps. Headlights and taillights may appear foggy when water has accumulated inside.

The same can be true of the instrument panel, and interior and exterior mirrors. If they appear foggy, they, too, may have moisture that hasn't evaporated.

Water also tends to pool in the overhang inside the wheel well, so check for signs of dampness, corrosion or tell-tale water lines. Examine the doors and trunk for any water lines as well; they indicate how high the water level may have been when the car was flooded.
Nairaland General10 Ways To Spot A Flood-damaged Car (a Must Read) by divinehand2003(op): 6:08am On Sep 05, 2017
Floods have drenched much of the United States in recent years, with high water levels that ruined homes and businesses and dealt devastating losses to their owners. A less-publicized casualty of these natural disasters is the number of flood-damaged cars left behind, such as the estimated 500,000 cars that were damaged by Hurricane Katrina [source: Insurance Information Institute].

When subjected to deep flood levels, soaked cars are often classified as totaled and are demolished. Some flooded automobiles, though, end up on used car lots.

10-Be a Smart Shopper
A good place to start when buying a used car is to talk to a reputable dealer. Long-time dealerships with good histories won't risk their reps by ripping off their customers. With any dealer, ask if the car you're eyeing has been damaged by floods, and get the answer in writing. Anything less than a firm "no" or any hesitation to commit to that answer in writing are causes for concern.

Ask the dealer to let you look at the title, too. You can see if the car came from a flood-damaged region, and you can check for a stamp that reads "Flood" or "Salvage," required by law in some states.
Finally, beware of used cars with price tags far below market value without explanation. There's usually a reason.

VIN Check:
You can learn the history of a used car several ways, including contacting the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB). You can check the vehicle identification number (VIN) -- usually located at the bottom of the windshield on the driver's side -- against the NICB's database to see if the car was ever declared a salvaged vehicle, meaning the car was once considered too damaged to be worth repairing.


9-The Sniff Test
The quickest way to sniff out whether or not a car has flood damage is to literally sniff it. It's very difficult to completely rid a flood-damaged car of its moldy aroma, and mildew formation is a sure sign that the car was exposed to significant amounts of water. This unpleasant smell is a helpful clue for prospective buyers.

If you smell the mold right away, you're probably looking at a flood-damaged car. If you aren't quite sure, however, close the windows and doors, sit inside, and give it a good long sniff.

In addition, you may appreciate the pleasant scent of an air freshener, but be warned that strong air fresheners may be a sign that the dealer is covering up a less agreeable odor.

8-Feel Your Way Around
Along with your sense of smell, your sense of touch is important to sensing moisture in a used car. Water from flooding tends to collect in locations even the dealer may miss.

Run your hands along the carpet and pat it in different spots to try to locate moisture. If you're able, peel back the carpet to see if you can feel moisture between the carpet and the car body. You may also see other signs of water damage, such as rust, by looking under the carpet.

Be sure to open the trunk and feel around the carpet there, as well. Then take out the spare tire and feel the material underneath. This is a location where water tends to collect, and it can be missed during even the most thorough of preparations for the lot.

7-Spot Corrosion Clues
Corrosion is a common affliction in flood-damaged cars. The damage you see today isn't the only ramification of rust: Corrosion continues to eat away at materials long after the car is dry.

Rust and corrosion are often visible. Look for signs of corrosion on metals both inside and out. If you see rust on screws, door hinges, hood springs, trunk latches or brackets under the dashboard, for example, you know those metals had significant contact with water.

To check even more thoroughly, open the doors and look at where the door meets the body. Corrosion often occurs in that corner. In fact, check all four doors, including the bottoms, inside and out.

Finally, use a mirror and look below the seats to see if the springs are rusty. Use the mirror again to check the undercarriage of the car for flakes, metal that's been eaten away and other signs of corrosion.

Recognize Rust:
Look closely at the exterior paint near rubber or chrome. If you see bubbles, become suspicious. Bubbles are a sign that there's unsightly rust under the pretty paint job.
AutosRe: 10 Ways To Spot A Flood-damaged Car (A Must Read) by divinehand2003(op): 12:04am On Sep 05, 2017
2-Dirty Details
While a car is sitting (or floating) in a flood, the water carries in all manner of debris, such as grass, dirt, sand and silt. When the water level recedes, the water itself may be gone, but much of the debris remains. It's difficult for someone cleaning a car to remove all of it.

When examining a used car, you'll want to look in the places where mud and grass may remain after a flood. These include the following areas:

*inside and under the glove compartment
*engine crevices
*the trunk
*under the spare tire
*under the dashboard
*below seats and in seating tracks
*in wheel wells
*around wiring

If you do find debris in these areas, the car may have been sitting in water for a while.

1-Rely on Expert Eyes
http://s.hswstatic.com/gif/10-flood-damaged-car-3.jpg

Not sure how much damage has been done? Have a trusty mechanic check things out.

Even a used car is an investment, and you don't want to buy a damaged car that will cost you tons of money in the long run. If after your own inspection you still aren't sure the car is completely dry, hire an expert.

A good mechanic will know where to look for signs of flood damage. That's especially true of places you may not know how to examine, such as the alternator, certain wiring mechanisms and pumps.

The mechanic should also take the wheels off and inspect the brakes and wheel components, which can carry tell-tale remnants of a flood history, such as silt and mud.


http://auto.howstuffworks.com/under-the-hood/salvage-used-junkyard-parts/10-ways-to-spot-flood-damaged-car11.htm
AutosRe: 10 Ways To Spot A Flood-damaged Car (A Must Read) by divinehand2003(op): 11:57pm On Sep 04, 2017
6-Faulty Fabrics
The upholstery that covers a car's interior can uncover a flood cover-up, too, with close inspection. Take a careful look at all the upholstery -- front, back and under the seats -- to spot blotchy, brown water stains.

Another clue is the quality of the carpet. If the car is 10 years old but the carpet looks new, be suspicious. Likewise, if the upholstery doesn't appear to match, with sections that are a different color, faded, newer or with patterns that don't line up, then someone may have removed water-stained patches. Loose carpet, too, requires further scrutiny.

Don't forget to compare the floor carpet to the upholstery on the doors and the roof to be sure they all appear to be the same age and color.


5-Take a Test Drive
A compromised electrical system is a critical and potentially life-threatening hazard inherent in cars exposed to high waters for extended periods of time. You'll want to test the car extensively to ensure all electrical components are operational.

First, poke your head under the dash and gently bend the electrical wires to see if they're brittle. If they are, you've likely detected water damage. Water damage to the rest of the electrical system is harder to view, however, so you'll need to take the car on a test drive and try out all the electronics.

When you turn the ignition, listen for unexpected sounds, and use your eyes and nose to see if smoke appears anywhere. Be sure all the dashboard lights come on, including the back lighting, and check headlights, turn signals and emergency blinkers.

Turn on the air conditioning, wipers and cigarette lighter to be sure they work as expected. And don't forget to listen to the radio: Static-plagued or distorted audio, or no audio at all, could be the result of water damage.

Too good to be true?
Do the stereo components look too new for the age of the car? Water damage ruins stereo sound, so a new stereo system without a good explanation may be a sign that the car has been flooded.

4-Check the Oil
Changes in the color and viscosity may indicate that water has gotten into the engine's oil. If you're accustomed to checking your own oil level and quality, you may be able to spot a flood-damaged vehicle by performing an oil check.

Oil in a flood-affected auto will be a different color, sometimes compared to coffee with milk or a chocolate milkshake. The oil may be pale when it should be dark. Oil that's been affected by flooding may also feel sticky to the touch.

While you're under the hood, check the paper air filter, too. If it has water stains, that's another clue that water has seeped in where it shouldn't have.

3-Soggy Signs
http://s.hswstatic.com/gif/10-flood-damaged-car-2.jpg
Check around the headlights and wheel wells to see if the car has been even partially submerged.

There are some areas of a car that won't dry no matter how hard someone tries to cover up flood damage. Look closely at all lamps. Headlights and taillights may appear foggy when water has accumulated inside.

The same can be true of the instrument panel, and interior and exterior mirrors. If they appear foggy, they, too, may have moisture that hasn't evaporated.

Water also tends to pool in the overhang inside the wheel well, so check for signs of dampness, corrosion or tell-tale water lines. Examine the doors and trunk for any water lines as well; they indicate how high the water level may have been when the car was flooded.
Autos10 Ways To Spot A Flood-damaged Car (A Must Read) by divinehand2003(op):
Floods have drenched much of the United States in recent years, with high water levels that ruined homes and businesses and dealt devastating losses to their owners. A less-publicized casualty of these natural disasters is the number of flood-damaged cars left behind, such as the estimated 500,000 cars that were damaged by Hurricane Katrina [source: Insurance Information Institute].

When subjected to deep flood levels, soaked cars are often classified as totaled and are demolished. Some flooded automobiles, though, end up on used car lots.

10-Be a Smart Shopper
A good place to start when buying a used car is to talk to a reputable dealer. Long-time dealerships with good histories won't risk their reps by ripping off their customers. With any dealer, ask if the car you're eyeing has been damaged by floods, and get the answer in writing. Anything less than a firm "no" or any hesitation to commit to that answer in writing are causes for concern.

Ask the dealer to let you look at the title, too. You can see if the car came from a flood-damaged region, and you can check for a stamp that reads "Flood" or "Salvage," required by law in some states.
Finally, beware of used cars with price tags far below market value without explanation. There's usually a reason.

VIN Check:
You can learn the history of a used car several ways, including contacting the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB). You can check the vehicle identification number (VIN) -- usually located at the bottom of the windshield on the driver's side -- against the NICB's database to see if the car was ever declared a salvaged vehicle, meaning the car was once considered too damaged to be worth repairing.


9-The Sniff Test
The quickest way to sniff out whether or not a car has flood damage is to literally sniff it. It's very difficult to completely rid a flood-damaged car of its moldy aroma, and mildew formation is a sure sign that the car was exposed to significant amounts of water. This unpleasant smell is a helpful clue for prospective buyers.

If you smell the mold right away, you're probably looking at a flood-damaged car. If you aren't quite sure, however, close the windows and doors, sit inside, and give it a good long sniff.

In addition, you may appreciate the pleasant scent of an air freshener, but be warned that strong air fresheners may be a sign that the dealer is covering up a less agreeable odor.

8-Feel Your Way Around
Along with your sense of smell, your sense of touch is important to sensing moisture in a used car. Water from flooding tends to collect in locations even the dealer may miss.

Run your hands along the carpet and pat it in different spots to try to locate moisture. If you're able, peel back the carpet to see if you can feel moisture between the carpet and the car body. You may also see other signs of water damage, such as rust, by looking under the carpet.

Be sure to open the trunk and feel around the carpet there, as well. Then take out the spare tire and feel the material underneath. This is a location where water tends to collect, and it can be missed during even the most thorough of preparations for the lot.

7-Spot Corrosion Clues
Corrosion is a common affliction in flood-damaged cars. The damage you see today isn't the only ramification of rust: Corrosion continues to eat away at materials long after the car is dry.

Rust and corrosion are often visible. Look for signs of corrosion on metals both inside and out. If you see rust on screws, door hinges, hood springs, trunk latches or brackets under the dashboard, for example, you know those metals had significant contact with water.

To check even more thoroughly, open the doors and look at where the door meets the body. Corrosion often occurs in that corner. In fact, check all four doors, including the bottoms, inside and out.

Finally, use a mirror and look below the seats to see if the springs are rusty. Use the mirror again to check the undercarriage of the car for flakes, metal that's been eaten away and other signs of corrosion.

Recognize Rust:
Look closely at the exterior paint near rubber or chrome. If you see bubbles, become suspicious. Bubbles are a sign that there's unsightly rust under the pretty paint job.

http://www.news965.com/rf/image_lowres/Pub/p7/News965/2016/10/14/Images/photos.medleyphoto.11754422.jpg
TravelRe: Benue Floods: Passengers Stranded As Road Divides Into Two by divinehand2003(m): 11:19pm On Sep 04, 2017
That's Herculean. Is this a landslide or gully erosion ?
PoliticsRe: Donald Trump Bombshell: Bitter Pills For African Leaders To Swallow! by divinehand2003(m): 11:15pm On Sep 04, 2017
MSB4gr8:
keep looking for source! People like u , in Africa, is d reason for such a bombshell.If u had read d speech and digested d content very well as an African, you wouldn't have thought that way but instead, u shoukd have worn a frown face and sober .



what effect will d source add to the speech?



As if you truly read d speech and care?




Source: I "stumbled"on it this evening , on Facebook.



are u relived now?
It could have been formulated by some hunger-stricken blogger for all I care. If it was, of what use to me reading a SCAMMED post by some jobless SCAMMER attributing these words to Donald Trump who doesn't know Jack about the nonsensical post?
RomanceRe: Am I The Only One On Nairaland Like This? by divinehand2003(m): 10:49pm On Sep 04, 2017
KimTan:
I get your point. But I still maintain that I am not depressed. On the contrary, I am okay. Just wanted to know if I am weird.
Ok. You are not weird. You are perfectly fine. It could be the weather. Maybe the Nigerian situation or maybe a beautiful damsel who just moved into your neighborhood and you haven't her number yet. It could just be anything.
Lols.
Jobs/VacanciesRe: Pls Urgent!!!!! Has Any1 Received This Msg? Is This Real???? by divinehand2003(m): 10:45pm On Sep 04, 2017
Looks fake to me.
CelebritiesRe: Only Game Of Throne Fans Will Know The Name Of This Guy by divinehand2003(m): 10:39pm On Sep 04, 2017
Tamarapetty:
peter hayden dinklage cool
You too know book oooo. Can I be your pal already?
RomanceRe: Am I The Only One On Nairaland Like This? by divinehand2003(m): 10:34pm On Sep 04, 2017
KimTan:
Lol. Your post is quite hilarious.

To the latter part of your post, nope, I am not depressed and if I am, I should know.
The issues you raised in your post are in line with mild forms of depression. Depressed clients don't know they have it. One can decide to withdraw and not speak to people. But when it occurs without your intent or desire, then it amounts to some form of depression.
RomanceRe: Am I The Only One On Nairaland Like This? by divinehand2003(m): 10:22pm On Sep 04, 2017
KimTan:
Why are the people in this section hostile and bad-tempered though?
It's because of the harsh economic situation Buhari has inflicted upon them. This is called ''transfer of aggression''. Don't expect to be pampered on NL. Unemployment, ASUU strike and the missed N5000 promised by the Commander in chief of the armed forces for jobless youths have all deleted the little Joy left in them.
Go see a psychiatrist for advice if you need one. It may just be some form of depression.
CelebritiesRe: Only Game Of Throne Fans Will Know The Name Of This Guy by divinehand2003(m): 10:03pm On Sep 04, 2017
sunshineV:
Amita bashan
Hahaha

Guy, which level now. Abi na the Hindi version of game of thrones you dey watchhuh?
PoliticsRe: Donald Trump Bombshell: Bitter Pills For African Leaders To Swallow! by divinehand2003(m): 10:00pm On Sep 04, 2017
Source please.

Without a reliable source, then the whole article is as good as a waste of valuable time.
CelebritiesRe: If I Die Today! I Die A Legend! -- Wizkid Sadly Reveals His Health Issues by divinehand2003(m): 3:34pm On Sep 04, 2017
Pride goeth before a fall.

Legends are not self-acclaimed. So STFU whizzy.
SportsRe: Nigeria Face FIFA Sanction After Ighalo Celebrated With ‘thank You Jesus' Shirt by divinehand2003(m): 3:23pm On Sep 04, 2017
End Times
PoliticsRe: Buhari Must Learn How To Listen To Advice To Aviod What Is About To Happen- IBB by divinehand2003(m): 11:10pm On Sep 03, 2017
Buhari has ear problems, so he is semi-deaf. He can't hear you.
PoliticsRe: BREAKING: NNPC “crashes Price Of Petrol, Cooking Gas” Nationwide by divinehand2003(m): 4:51pm On Sep 03, 2017
The word CRASHING does not fit the above description of the reduction in the price of petrol from N145 to between N142 to N143 or even N120.
Afterall, Buhari promised to make patrol sell at N20/litre as soon as he resumes office. That's what is meant by crashing.

Where is slow-poke by the way? Let him come and define his type of crashing ooooo.
CelebritiesRe: Gulder 2006 Ultimate Search Season 3 Winner, Hector Joberteh Has Been Shot Dead by divinehand2003(m): 4:46pm On Sep 03, 2017
Chai, people are wicked. RIP to the dead.
RomanceRe: Ladies Is Playing Hard To Get Now Obsolete? by divinehand2003(m): 4:35pm On Sep 03, 2017
Rorachy:
OK, I refuse you.
Hahaha
CelebritiesRe: No Man Can Cheat On Me Twice — Actress Rosabelle Iyafokhai Says by divinehand2003(m): 2:12pm On Sep 03, 2017
With a body like that, he can't even try it once.
PoliticsRe: I’m Going Back To Fight Boko Haram After Treatment, Injured Soldier Insists by divinehand2003(m): 2:11pm On Sep 03, 2017
Foolish mumu courage. No medal of honor for you. Nor go die for nothing oooo.
RomanceRe: Ladies Is Playing Hard To Get Now Obsolete? by divinehand2003(m): 2:09pm On Sep 03, 2017
Rorachy:
What offer?
Just refuse me first and then you will hear the strong offer now.
RomanceRe: Ladies Is Playing Hard To Get Now Obsolete? by divinehand2003(m): 9:35am On Sep 03, 2017
Ladyjumong:
Well, it's a kinda still necessary

if they dont play hard to get some guys tends to look down on them or label them as cheap girls
But what happens after he has conquered her or married her? Hope we will still continue to play hard to get to keep him bewitched?
For me, if you like a guy just kick off already. He will behave himself to gain your trust for him.
RomanceRe: Ladies Is Playing Hard To Get Now Obsolete? by divinehand2003(m): 9:31am On Sep 03, 2017
Evablizin:
grin

Hard to get when she is still slaying then Easy to get when she has been slayed and desperately looking for husband
Lols
That's the irony of life.

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