Changing the shocks is not a common occurrence here at all. May be on a car that has been driven hard a lot and has lots of miles. Let me give you a scenario. A friend of mine bought a brand new 2010 Acura MDX and shipped it straight to Nigeria with only 47 miles on it. In early 2013 his shocks were gone! He was in town and went to the Acura dealership to inquire about the shocks. The service guy said it's absolutely impossible for the car to need shocks. He said unless may be the car was dropped from a 4 story building and landing on its tires. Of coruse, he was not aware that the car was being used in Nigeria until my friend explained to him. The sales guy just could not believe it. Of course, they do not carry such items in stock, so they had to order it. The roads are just so bad in Nigeria. I can't even imagine enjoying a luxury car there.

Toppytek:
@franknetter how often do you change the shock absorber of your car over there compared to the frequent changing of shock absorber cos of the road irregularities here in Nigeria. Cos I learnt the main problem car suspension system is Nigeria is our poor road network. i guess there is no availability of "Tokunbo" spare parts over there. Lol

oyb:


this is what i was talking about on a different thread where i was against internship with artisans. you are in your formative years, an you can wind up with the create three problems after solving one mentality.

u never see where some car users dey economise... just this afternoon a man came asking for used engine oil otherwise known as Black oil.. he said he's gonna use for his car's gears.

people just find it difficult buying things that are needed by their cars.

it's not our fault oo .. the wish of our customers is our command ..

FrankNetter:
Today, I was hit by an epiphany...

I normally drive around in a toyota camry (2010 model). Though somewhat old, it gets me from point A to point B, I use it for school runs, grocery runs and for work. So, today, my elder sister used the car to go get some stuff and I had to run some urgent errands for My mum. I had to use her car, a toyota highlander (2015 model).

On driving for some minutes, I was slamming some cool jams on the stereo, I realized that my mum's car was actually better, controls and all; the steering wheel turned smoother, the brakes worked better, the car accelerated smoother. It was then it dawned on me that her car was all round better than mine, that driving wasn't just about moving from point A to point B. I would not have come to the conclusion if I had not driven her car (which I was somehow skeptical about driving at first).

That exactly is how those who have been in Nigeria all their lives will never know how a sane society works, how stuff are meant to be. We are so used to the fvckery in nigeria that we see it as a way of life, we have gotten so used to suffering and smiling. We have been so used by our leaders, go to politics section, you'd see our youths taking sides and defending these same persons who are robbing us blind, the same people who have sworn never to relinquish power, who have sworn to keep nigeria in this undeveloped and backward state. Go to romance section, my mates are posting all over social media, making noise about bbn, "teamefe! teamtboss!" they cry, I shake my head in pity. My brothers and sisters, try as much as you can to leave nigeria, hustle for a tourist visa and visit a first world country, only then would you realize how messed up nigeria is. only then will you appreciate the difference between a Camry tiny light and a Bugatti Veyron.

No truer words than this, you've hit the at the very spot, I've always seen myself as a person in transit in this country, I don't engage in all the ruckus about Nigeria because I just believe am here for a while, one day, just one day, I'll get to leave here. I know this.

I got to work on an asylum application of a Nigerian woman and her child. Their story was quite touching, but still needed some details from her..

CFCman:
I got to work on an asylum application of a Nigerian woman and her child. Their story was quite touching, but still needed some details from her..

Asylum on what grounds bro? They're hunting her from the village?

FrankNetter:
Today, I was hit by an epiphany...

I normally drive around in a toyota camry (2010 model). Though somewhat old, it gets me from point A to point B, I use it for school runs, grocery runs and for work. So, today, my elder sister used the car to go get some stuff and I had to run some urgent errands for My mum. I had to use her car, a toyota highlander (2015 model).

On driving for some minutes, I was slamming some cool jams on the stereo, I realized that my mum's car was actually better, controls and all; the steering wheel turned smoother, the brakes worked better, the car accelerated smoother. It was then it dawned on me that her car was all round better than mine, that driving wasn't just about moving from point A to point B. I would not have come to the conclusion if I had not driven her car (which I was somehow skeptical about driving at first).

That exactly is how those who have been in Nigeria all their lives will never know how a sane society works, how stuff are meant to be. We are so used to the fvckery in nigeria that we see it as a way of life, we have gotten so used to suffering and smiling. We have been so used by our leaders, go to politics section, you'd see our youths taking sides and defending these same persons who are robbing us blind, the same people who have sworn never to relinquish power, who have sworn to keep nigeria in this undeveloped and backward state. Go to romance section, my mates are posting all over social media, making noise about bbn, "teamefe! teamtboss!" they cry, I shake my head in pity. My brothers and sisters, try as much as you can to leave nigeria, hustle for a tourist visa and visit a first world country, only then would you realize how messed up nigeria is. only then will you appreciate the difference between a Camry tiny light and a Bugatti Veyron.

lol. So true. It's just similar to how pigs find comfort in mud and dirt. If one has never left the shoresof nigeria to EU or America, you feel all is normal and well.

EgunMogaji:


I've always wished that NYSC graduates, as part of their service, should be sponsored for two weeks visit to a developed country by the government.

Hmmm. The graduates would come back to the country to revolt against the government that sent them there, so they would rather keep them in the dark.

EgunMogaji:


It depends.

http://www.usedjapanmotors.com

I buy used engines all the time from UK.

Unless your car is under warranty, then you'll find out that used engine market is robust here.

I just got a used car from a car dealer. The car just ran out of its 5 years original manufacturer warranty, so the dealer was somehow able to convince me to get an expensive after market warranty. It was later i discovered that this after market warranty firms also order used part for cars if you succesfully make a claim. i even heard making a succesful claim is like a carmel passing through the eye of a needle. Luckily I am still in the cooling off period so i am cancelling it and sending the money to my bank to reduce the term of my car finance. If anything happens to the car which i doubt anyway as the mileage is still very low (37k) miles..i go just use a local mech and jejely order parts from a used part seller or junk yard.

decode55:


Asylum on what grounds bro? They're hunting her from the village?

Some occultists killed her husband and son at their home. She discovered the crime scene, contacted the police, but the police didn't investigate the alleged murder because she "didn't have concrete proof" that the act was committed.
The woman and her daughter claim that they are in danger of being killed by the occultists if they return to Nigeria.

But an Immigration judge may not buy her argument cos it doesn't state whether she and her daughter would be target due to their religion, race, nationality, ethnicity etc.

CFCman:

Some occultists killed her husband and son at their home. She discovered the crime scene, contacted the police, but the police didn't investigate the alleged murder because she "didn't have concrete proof" that the act was committed.
The woman and her daughter claim that they are in danger of being killed by the occultists if they return to Nigeria.

But an Immigration judge may not buy her argument cos it doesn't state whether she and her daughter would be target due to their religion, race, nationality, ethnicity etc.

Oyinbo no dey believe all shit we dey hear for this side ooo..

smithsydny:
Oyinbo no dey believe all shit we dey hear for this side ooo..

If my supervising attorney presents a convincing argument that links her fear of future persecution on account of the factors I earlier mentioned, then the judge could grant her asylum

Watching the Chelsea game

CFCman:
Watching the Chelsea game

Same here

CFCman:

If my supervising attorney presents a convincing argument that links her fear of future persecution on account of the factors I earlier mentioned, then the judge could grant her asylum

And a ticket to the good life

salford:


Hmmm. The graduates would come back to the country to revolt against the government that sent them there, so they would rather keep them in the dark.

i go just use a local mech and jejely order parts from a used part seller or junk yard.

Excellent points, it's nice to see people that share my viewpoints.

FrankNetter:


Same here

The folks in the lounge here are mostly Chelsea fans, so I'm in good company

CFCman:

The folks in the lounge here are mostly Chelsea fans, so I'm in good company

End of the first half. Filled with lots of action.

I sincerely want Chelsea to lose though

FrankNetter:


End of the first half. Filled with lots of action.

I sincerely want Chelsea to lose though

Booo

FrankNetter:


End of the first half. Filled with lots of action.

I sincerely want Chelsea to lose though

You want to go back to naija to finish your medical school Abi?

#Teamblue.

signature2012:


You want to go back to naija to finish your medical school Abi?

#Teamblue.

How does this correlate with the football match?

CFCman:

If my supervising attorney presents a convincing argument that links her fear of future persecution on account of the factors I earlier mentioned, then the judge could grant her asylum

that's just it, a convincing report to back her up..

FrankNetter:



How does this correlate with the football match?

Was only making a banter,don't take things too personal.

signature2012:


Was only making a banter,don't take things too personal.

Bossman:
Changing the shocks is not a common occurrence here at all. May be on a car that has been driven hard a lot and has lots of miles. Let me give you a scenario. A friend of mine bought a brand new 2010 Acura MDX and shipped it straight to Nigeria with only 47 miles on it. In early 2013 his shocks were gone! He was in town and went to the Acura dealership to inquire about the shocks. The service guy said it's absolutely impossible for the car to need shocks. He said unless may be the car was dropped from a 4 story building and landing on its tires. Of coruse, he was not aware that the car was being used in Nigeria until my friend explained to him. The sales guy just could not believe it. Of course, they do not carry such items in stock, so they had to order it. The roads are just so bad in Nigeria. I can't even imagine enjoying a luxury car there.

that was why I asked franknetter how often their car's shock absorber is being changed there. person go hustle by "Tokunbo" car for Naija.. our road go still help u spoil am.

I later confirmed the year model of the car.. it's a 2010 model.

signature2012:


Was only making a banter,don't take things too personal.

Bossman:
Changing the shocks is not a common occurrence here at all. May be on a car that has been driven hard a lot and has lots of miles. Let me give you a scenario. A friend of mine bought a brand new 2010 Acura MDX and shipped it straight to Nigeria with only 47 miles on it. In early 2013 his shocks were gone! He was in town and went to the Acura dealership to inquire about the shocks. The service guy said it's absolutely impossible for the car to need shocks. He said unless may be the car was dropped from a 4 story building and landing on its tires. Of coruse, he was not aware that the car was being used in Nigeria until my friend explained to him. The sales guy just could not believe it. Of course, they do not carry such items in stock, so they had to order it. The roads are just so bad in Nigeria. I can't even imagine enjoying a luxury car there.

that was why I asked franknetter how often their car's shock absorber is being changed there. person go hustle by "Tokunbo" car for Naija.. our road go still help u spoil am.

I later confirmed the year model of the car.. it's a 2010 model.

CFCman:
Watching the Chelsea game

FrankNetter:


Same here

CFCman:
Watching the Chelsea game

Smart TV I guess

CFCman:

The folks in the lounge here are mostly Chelsea fans, so I'm in good company

up Chelsea!!... I no just know wetin dey worry Costa.. abi em don dey follow olosho for England ni?.. Make Arsenal dash me Sanchez abeg.

My professor's son will obtain his PhD at the ripe old age of....26!!

This guy, according to my prof, was accepted into FIVE ivy league schools.

CFCman:
My professor's son will obtain his PhD at the ripe old age of....26!!

This guy, according to my prof, was accepted into FIVE ivy league schools.

No make me start to dey think about my life na.

Chelseafan1:


No make me start to dey think about my life na.

Lol
Me sef, I dey think wetin that guy dey do wey I no fit do.

CFCman:

Lol
Me sef, I dey think wetin that guy dey do wey I no fit do.

Lol, this kind news dey make me sit down jeje dey reason my life.

Imagine, 26 years old, PhD for Yankee.... . More than 4 Ivy league schools dey find you.


Damn!!!!!

Toppytek:


that was why I asked franknetter how often their car's shock absorber is being changed there. person go hustle by "Tokunbo" car for Naija.. our road go still help u spoil am.

I later confirmed the year model of the car.. it's a 2010 model.


that was why I asked franknetter how often their car's shock absorber is being changed there. person go hustle by "Tokunbo" car for Naija.. our road go still help u spoil am.

I later confirmed the year model of the car.. it's a 2010 model.

The roads are bad but some Nigerian drivers are vehicle destroyers.

My building site in Elebu is on a very bad road (iCast area). I drive gently and can't believe how many asshats overtake me and basically pound their cars into the road.

CFCman:
My professor's son will obtain his PhD at the ripe old age of....26!!

This guy, according to my prof, was accepted into FIVE ivy league schools.

abeg no dey bring this kind news come here.. I take God beg u.. I still dey pray make Buhari cancel that yeye scheme called NYSC.. to me its just a waste of time. I don already old.

EgunMogaji:


The roads are bad but some Nigerian drivers are vehicle destroyers.

My building site in Elebu is on a very bad road (iCast area). I drive gently and can't believe how many asshats overtake me and basically pound their cars into the road.

if u don't increase your speed at times even on a bad road you'd see a lady not even a man insulting u for being sluggish.

that's Naija for u.

Chelseafan1:


No make me start to dey think about my life na.

Ehe, dem don call una now. Chelsea people. Yeye club

Bus parkers

FrankNetter:

Ehe, dem don call una now. Chelsea people. Yeye club
Bus parkers

e be like u MAN-U fan abi.
So United will be 6th on 6th April
They were 6th on 6th March, 6th February, 6th January, 6th December, 6th November, 6th October.
consistency