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Travel › Re: I Have Finally Left Nigeria by laivwire(m): 5:24pm On Feb 01, 2022
luemz:
while looking for where to learn, you can use language learning apps like Duolingo.

it's really good.
all the best Sir.
Duolingo won't make you proficient in speaking French. He should learn to converse more with the locals. French isn't difficult to learn at all.
Autos › Re: Registered 2006 Toyota Corolla by laivwire(m):
Armed robber no Ak47
Car Talk › Re: On The Eight Day, God Made The V8: My Journey To 400 HP by laivwire(m): 10:28am On Jan 30, 2022
lawkenoz:
Mr laivwire, sorry for messaging you on the wrong thread it was the only way I could contact you. I would love to hear your thoughts on getting a Nissan Altima 2013 model. How durable and mechanic friendly is the car in naija? Parts availability and fuel economy as well, as I intend to use it on Uber for light small hustle.

Its a common opinion among many that Nissan cars are not reliable, don't know how true it is. Please I would like to pick your brain on the matter any advice will be greatly appreciated.
I've only used the old Nissan primera from years back so no idea on the new generations. As regards the Altima brand though, I will not suggest you use that for Uber. It is a mid sedan vehicle with a larger displacement than needed. Usually 2.5 and sometimes 3.5l. That won't be economical in any way.
The CVT transmission is also not regarded as reliable and our mechanics do run from Nissans I tell you. For a 2013 car, parts won't be cheap either even if they're available.

Rule of thumb for Uber is to cut costs as much as you can with a reliable vehicle that's not too expensive with low parts and maintenance costs, great reliability and excellent gas mileage. I will strongly dissuade you from going the Nissan route.
Car Talk › Re: This Hausa Bike Man Just Surprised Me by laivwire(m): 8:25am On Jan 28, 2022
toyini1234:
My brother went to get fuel some twenty to thirty minutes ago.

We were all seated inside when I had to go do something outside the house.

I saw this bike man waiting outside the compound. I asked what he wanted and he said he was looking for a passenger he carried.

He described and it turned out to be my brother.

Without waiting to hear what else he had to say, I walked back in to ask my brother if he didn't pay the bike man his complete money.

Lil bro said he did.

Then I asked my brother to come and meet the bike man to explain himself. It could be possible that there was a mixup somewhere.

On sighting my brother, the bike man said he was the one he was looking for. Didn't he take a yellow keg to the filling station? Bro said he did.

Okay, why are you looking for my brother?

He said, my brother, overpaid him and didn't wait to collect his change. Turned out my brother paid him #200 as against #100.

Bikeman said there was no way he could take his change away as the money wasn't his.

He had to trace my brother from the bus stop where he had dropped him down to our house.

And he stood outside the compound for quite a while waiting for someone to come out.

Omo. I just stared at him as if he had fallen from heaven. I had no idea some people could still be this honest o�

Call it a little act or yada yada. But e touch me, aiiswearrr

There are still honest people out there, howbeit rare�
I think your move wasn't safe. What if the man had other negative intentions. You should confirm who he is looking for and why before you get the person.

Lots of stab cases and violence these days especially from the folks up north.
Car Talk › Re: Throwback: Tell Us A Classic Car You Would Love To Own. Share And Comment Below. by laivwire(m): 8:21am On Jan 28, 2022
Just let me have the 1975 Bmw E9. A perfect ride for a suave gentleman. wink

Autos › Re: Skoda Superb 2009 Model For Sale @ 750k by laivwire(m): 9:48pm On Jan 27, 2022
chimaude:
Skoda Superb 2009 Model For Sale @750k here in Port Harcourt. 1st come 1st serve.
Call 07033200400
When life was good grin
Politics › Re: DSS Sides With Herdsmen Terrorising Ondo Estate Residents - FIJ by laivwire(m): 12:45pm On Jan 23, 2022
The senior citizens have gone to report to their daddies. grin
Politics › Re: DSS Sides With Herdsmen Terrorising Ondo Estate Residents - FIJ by laivwire(m): 12:41pm On Jan 23, 2022
Hh
Autos › Re: 2004 Nigerian Used Murano For Sale by laivwire(m): 9:03pm On Jan 22, 2022
Theodarl:
The gear has been converted from CVT transmission to Automatic transmission. Hence the fear factor (CVT gear) with murano has been ruled out. Buy and enjoy this ride. AC working perfectly. Low fuel consumption ride. Good sound system..

Call 08136376318

Autos › Re: Super Clean Benz ML320 For Sell. by laivwire(m): 10:28pm On Jan 19, 2022
chatinent:
Buy and drive.


Everything functional.

N3m. Firm.
Lmao!
Car Talk › Re: Can The Peugeot 504 Outrun The Mercedez Benz W123 230e ? by laivwire(m):
Never drove any of the two cars, only watched my old men (father and uncle) drive from the back seat.

I know the Peugeots then, 504 and the 505 evolution were speed demons. Boys also talked a lot about the w124 V-boot but I didn't hear much about the w123 only enjoyed it's luxuries, leather interior, unique door handles and the step patterned tail lights. Life was sweet then abeg.

Anyways I'll give it to the 504.

On Google though, the Mercedes takes it. cool

Modified: Oh, I've actually driven the w123 but that was in recent years and not at high speeds. It felt quite heavy and not so fast though.
Car Talk › Re: My Amusing Experience With A W203 by laivwire(op): 8:53am On Jan 18, 2022
noobody:
I noticed you mention switching off AC while on high-speed,why?
Can't AC be used while speeding?
The AC consumes more power. There are arguments that winding down the windows causes more drag as well. Turing off the AC and keeping windows up give some performance improvement although quite little.
Car Talk › Re: My Amusing Experience With A W203 by laivwire(op): 6:24pm On Jan 12, 2022
J
Jakumo:
Your need for speed is perfectly understandable, BUT the unpredictable location of craters and potholes that dot Nigerian roads adds a serious element of danger that can get the better of even the most skilled driver. Keep your eyes peeled and look 2 miles ahead as you cruise at speed.
Fabulous
Car Talk › Re: My Amusing Experience With A W203 by laivwire(op): 6:23pm On Jan 12, 2022
mejai:
@laivwire, what model of w203 was that? C180, 200, 220, 230k, 240, 280, 320, 350 or 55 amg?
It was the c230 facelift. Not the Kompressor.
Car Talk › Re: My Amusing Experience With A W203 by laivwire(op): 5:30pm On Jan 10, 2022
homeboy205:
But your hilux self na 200 he reach, na you nor press ham grin grin grin
Boss, I no wan die yet grin Family dey house
Car Talk › Re: My Amusing Experience With A W203 by laivwire(op): 5:30pm On Jan 10, 2022
BlackXabbath:
Need for speed comes to mind.

Am not some car maestro but I ve always place these trucks ( hilux esp ) above suvs and sedans in terms of speed.
They usually have substantial torque
Car Talk › Re: My Amusing Experience With A W203 by laivwire(op): 5:28pm On Jan 10, 2022
uboma:
Lol. You did not state the make of the car you were driving..
Kingdemu:
What car were you driving?
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Politics › Re: NIA Storms Peoples Gazette’s Office, Demands Source Of Memo About Rufai Abubakar by laivwire(m): 5:27pm On Jan 10, 2022
tempest01:
In one breath, the news is false. In another breath they want the identity of their officers who leaked the news.

The incompetence that was mentioned is showing.
Damn accurate. Peoples Gazette is lifting investigative journalism to a new phase. Samuel Ogundipe should really watch his back. They can smoke him if given the opportunity.

Sahara reporters also need to step their game up.
Car Talk › Re: My Amusing Experience With A W203 by laivwire(op): 7:51pm On Jan 08, 2022
aieromon:
Oga Hamilton, which portion of the construction-in-progress expressway were you guys flooring 150km/h and above? huh

Easy tiger
It's stated in the post sir
Car Talk › Re: My Amusing Experience With A W203 by laivwire(op): 7:50pm On Jan 08, 2022
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You're not just a dangerous driver, engaging in street/motorway racing for the adrenaline rush and imaginary bragging rights, with no regard for other road users, but you're also racing a sedan with a pickup truck.

2 for 2. Congratulations!
You're welcome to the thread
Car Talk › My Amusing Experience With A W203 by laivwire(op):
This happened on my way back from Kaduna to Abuja this January. Being quite wary of the insecurity on the road I made to leave around 10am and planned to spend the minimum time on the road.

Consequently, I had to engage in some mild commando style driving so I averaged a speed of about 140km/h. I didn't stay long behind any vehicle and always aimed to have a clear road ahead. Thankfully we were just 2 in the car and there wasn't much load in the trunk so the vehicle picked up nicely.

The drama happened shortly after Jere, road wasn't too good but not bad either. Mr Mercedes must have linked up from Jere and was headed towards Abuja as well coasting at about 110km/h using eye judgement. Based on comparative speed, I soon caught up behind them, honked for an opening as two cars were beside each other and made to leave them behind as I passed.

From my observation, the car was packed with about 5 men, windows all wound up with AC. Car definitely looked new as well. From Mr C-class behavior, I judged he wasn't too happy as I attempted to reeze past him. He tended to pick up speed once I found an opening but a pothole in front forced him to slow down. Fortunately my left side of the road was clear with a much smaller ditch which I cleared with ease (thanks to wide tyres) as made up the hill as it was kind of a valley section. Mr C-class as I'll like to refer to him from now on, made to catch up with me thereafter but I guess the load he was carrying and the fact that we were going uphill gave me an advantage. I noticed he was trying to catch up so I turned off Eco mode, switched off the AC and stomped the vehicle to about 160km/h leaving him behind fast. grin

Just a few kilometers ahead, the road became smooth and straight and I surged forward, overtaking other vehicles and gaining a good lead. By now, I didn't see Mr Benz again...or did I? Yes I did! grin Although he was merely a small dot, I noticed there was something different, he had started gaining momentum. Evidently he had joined the good patch of road.

This reminded me of an experience in 2017. I was driving a Toyota Hilux as well but the 2007 year. A stubborn white w202 started gaining on me from the rear on a smooth tarred road and no matter how hard I tried (I do a lot of spirited driving), this guy gradually reined himself in, caught up with me, overtook and gave me a wide gap till he was invisible. Seems I'm having a deja vu.

Well, I stormed up to about 170km/h but for where, Mr Mercedes had cleared all the cars between us and was right on my tail. He caught up and passed! I gaped at my speedometer as he overtook and saw that I was topping 180km/h but at the speed with which he overtook, this guy was nothing less than 210 -220km/h. He had cracked open his windows a bit, definitely AC is now off and his tailpipe was squirting water vapour like crazy. I was stumped man. Dude didn't stop until he had at least 10 cars between us. I jejely came back to 140km/h and carried my L with pride. cheesy

Truly, German cars deserve the respect.

Modified: I was driving a 2020 Toyota Hilux
Car Talk › Re: On The Eight Day, God Made The V8: My Journey To 400 HP by laivwire(m): 5:30pm On Jan 08, 2022
SeaTrade:
Practicality @ bolded.
It's easier and cheaper to run and/or replace a ranger than an F150.
Yeah I got all parts,was just too impatient to wait for results and wanted a sneek peak and to know if the mechanic is sure of what he is talking about.
Fingers crossed,let's sleep on it and see.
Any progress?
Politics › Re: 2023: Business Owners Woo Osinbajo As Campaign Posters Flood FCT by laivwire(m): 3:01pm On Jan 06, 2022
It is interesting to note that Nigerians will still enthusiastically endorse this devilish party in 2023. Una no dey learn? huh
Autos › Re: 2008 Hyundai Elantra 950k by laivwire(m): 1:16am On Jan 02, 2022
TransZite:
I have a first body 2008 Hyundai elantra for sale.Sound engine and gear.mileage is 58,000.silent engine remote control for door and boot.roller controlling compressor is bad causing the compressor belt to pill and break.car may need repainting as the original paint is faded already.rear bushing need fixing because back suspension was lifted due to bad road.call 07067747585.
grin
Crime › Re: Police Officers Extorted N32m Bitcoin From Another Set Of Young Men At Gunpoint by laivwire(m): 9:09am On Dec 28, 2021
Is there an SOS app that once you key on the shortcut turns internet data on and immediately sends a predetermined SOS message (text & Whatsapp) as well as live location to selected contacts.

I'll really like to know as the security situation is now out of hand.
Music/Radio › Re: Fireboy DML & Ed Sheeran - Peru (Official Video) by laivwire(m): 8:34am On Dec 26, 2021
Kiddinpoh:
Ed sheeran murdered the song
Evidently he liked the song. He literally took it away from the original and sang most of the song duration.
Health › Re: My HIV Experience As A Married Man by laivwire(m): 5:32pm On Dec 23, 2021
EMILO2STAY:
before you continue your story, I want you to know that you can never ever get any thing like H.I.V through sexual intercourse . the fear mongering propaganda to scare into taking antiviral is what will cause your death. AZT is the real poison. and the test kit for HIV gives a false reading. even curry mulis the inventor of the PCR test admitted this. worry about other STDs , HIV AIDS is not transmisible through sexual imtercourse.
What sort of misinformation is this? Why will you want to intentionally lead people astray.
I know people who have died from complicated AIDS symptoms and whose wives are currently battling with the virus. How else will they have contracted it if not through sexual contact?

A man in question actually died as he refused to use the ART drugs so please
Autos › Re: Honda Evil Spirit Going For 950k Only by laivwire(m): 12:04am On Dec 23, 2021
Sound engine and gear has been gathering dust in kazeem mechanic's workshop grin

No be only engine go vibrate, account balance go vibrate join.
Car Talk › Re: Mercedes G-wagon 4x4 by laivwire(m): 5:43pm On Dec 22, 2021
Alvin007:
I see what you did there…lol. But, I’m sure you know what I mean. Most owners in Nigeria buy to show ‘class’…not for the main purpose.
Then why do the Kardashians and other athletes buy the G-wagon? For offroading?

Ever wonder why most of the G-wagons you see on the road are AMG?

Seat down somewhere and rethink the question you posted above.
Crime › Re: Two Hoodlums Lynched At Regina Junction, Awka (Graphic Photo) by laivwire(m): 9:51pm On Dec 20, 2021
thanta:
Well.. in their defense, some of these guys would kill too without hesitation... Still doesn't make the action right tho.
I only just remembered the story of the woman who was shot point blank in the face by phone snatchers in Oshodi this year.

No pity for robbers
Car Talk › Re: On The Eight Day, God Made The V8: My Journey To 400 HP by laivwire(m): 10:08pm On Dec 19, 2021
SeaTrade:
Hello bro,good evening.
So I'm having a slight issue with my 2015 Ford ranger.
These days I find it very hard to go past 150kph(except going downhill at speeds) and it really struggles to get to 140kph sef and most times stay there no matter how hard I accelerate.
So I have been working on it since yesterday, dropped gas tank and found out the fuel filter is really clogged,clutch plate burnt(I haul heavy loads,2tonnes sometimes) ,propeller bearings were bad,oil seal bad and leaks oil and gear box mounts damaged.
Could this be the cause?Bought all replacement parts and will be done soon sha.
Steering also bent too and shakes badly at high speeds despite suspension being okay,mechanic say na bent propeller cause am and damaged gear mounts.Could this be true?
Wow, that's a lot of damage. I'll say the clutch plate and fuel filter is a major suspect here. @bolded
The damaged propeller bearings are also likely to lead to more damage especially for the gear box mounts.

Since you've bought them all. Replace them and let's see if there's some improvement. I suspect the nozzles as well but let's see what happens first.

If you carry so much load, why don't you go for the F150? The Ranger will really struggle with so much weight.

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