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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.

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 ..

EgunMogaji:
We'll make good friends.

"Eni to ba je gbi, lo nku gbi"

"Omo ti oba niya, ki nda egbo eyin"

that's just it oo...

"ohun toba le ju ogede lo emi o le je o"

make dem con hear say dem deport person from a foreign country... that's just like rustication from a college.

ferhyntorlah:
Wise decision. Keep your life dreams to yourself and self alone.

yeah.. thanks

EgunMogaji:
Well maybe you can educate them and score points

http://mechanics.stackexchange.com/questions/1464/should-you-replace-shocks-in-pairs

http://www.city-data.com/forum/automotive/702919-why-change-both-struts-when-only.html

nice one.. but that was the first time I witnessed only one shock absorber being changed.. we do change them in pairs like u said earlier.

EgunMogaji:
You should always change parts like these in pairs.

You'll have all sorts of issues on this car.

I'm just an intern in the said auto workshop, i believe my master and the owner of the ride would have discussed the whole thing before bringing the car for repair..

I marveled when I saw the car thou.. cute and cool

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.

how?.. tell me more pls.. edakun

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.

how?.. tell me more pls.. edakun

FrankNetter:
I'll ask bro. You don forget say na yesterday I enter yankee?

na true sha .. but if na Naija and d area where I dey for Lagos... u go don bring that car come my workshop cos of suspension system problem.

as at yesterday we changed one shock absorber (front left) of one ACURA ZDX which cost ₦150k and that's the highest price for a shock absorber that I've ever heard of.

EgunMogaji:
What Trump issue?

If you're in legally then he can't touch you.

You only need to be concerned if you intend to commit immigration fraud.

The way that they are deporting people this year is unprecedented. I am certain this year will have more deportees than any Obama years and he held the record of most deportings.

yes... that's what I tell people during the previous US election when people who don't even have an intl passport like me dey shout "deportation this and that", just do just things legally and I believe no body will disturb you... I can't involve myself in anything illegal ooo

EgunMogaji:
EgunMogaji is a US citizen and doesn't like felony charges that might come from assisting foreigners in committing immigration fraud

I would advise OP, like I advise all others to only immigrate legally.

With eVerify, there will be no jobs of any repute to be hard.

"E-Verify is an Internet-based system that allows businesses to determine the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. E-Verify is fast, free and easy to use – and it’s the best way employers can ensure a legal workforce."

I've read some of your comments here and I know you won't support anything illegal.. nice one sir.. OP u don hear ooo

Ayodejibaba:
Hello everyone, pls am new on this forum. Have a challenge which I will need you guys to help me with. Am on the verge of applying to d us embassy for visiting visa however I dont intend to return to nigeria. Now I need u guys to enlighten me, which state can i stay in and get a job on time den when how do I get a stay before my visa expires. I dont know anyone in usa. Also how do I solve accomodstion issues and like how much wikk I need to sus in my self when I land in us

na EgunMogaji and justwise fit help u.. I no even get int'l passport so I don't know how travel things are been done for now.

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.

and you think someone like me will come back to this country? Never!!!

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.

If I tell u say this country no taya me I swear na lie. Like u said , it seems we've been accustomed to suffering and being taking advantage of, We see it as a normal thing. And that's the reason I'm always careful to have any kind of discussion that has to do with my life with anybody. Before gaining admission into the University.. I decided to go into Automobile mechanic training .. come see as people dey laugh me.... Na dat time I know say some kinds of works are not meant for Handsome guys.. I was really discouraged but my Ideal of determinism kept me going.. I gained admission that same year and today am an intern in the same auto workshop cos am studying an automobile related course which I really love and I think it'd make alot of sense if I know the practical aspects and not the theory alone. Though it not easy, I get depressed at times cos I don't even know what tomorrow holds in my dear country .. no hope for the youths or fresh graduates.. I no go relent sha .. I'll keep the ambitious fire burning.But if I fit manage get that thing wey dem call Visa after school.. make I hear say I wait..

FrankNetter:
Nothing like tokunbo parts here bro. anything wey spoil for ya motor, na new one, tearrubber them go put for you.

so how often do you work on your car's suspension system?

@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

MdRabx:
some gals just don't knw what thr want, very confused set of ppl..

exactly.

I find it difficult asking girls out these days cos I hate being rejected. But I have friends who likes calling girls often and often and it works for them but me no get that kind time .. in a nutshell.. I have no girlfriend

Bettywealth1:
Gudmorning, fellow nairalanders and Travellers to the US, pls I will need info and help from any kind hearted individual so that I can be well-equipped on the dos and dont in America. Let me break the news.... God has favoured me ooo I was given a visiting visa last week b1/b2 visa. I'm so excited but I dont want to get there and be a Novice.... I'm begging for information n eye opening replies..., Thanks everyone

u can go through some threads here.. I'm sure you'll something related to What you're asking for

diva90:
Almost a year since you have been in America. What is your current perspective on it now? I'm sure the excitement has worn off and you are now facing the true reality. Update us

haba... Na wa for u ooo... Are you wishing him hardship over there?.. jwillng come and answer your people ooo

FrankNetter:
Do you mind explaining what you mean?

how about that naija babe Na... Yarn us abeg

couliss:
@ franknetter I went to your blog but it took me some time to understand the stories, the stories are scattered a little bit of organization will help in reading them next time.

start reading from down upward.. I also got confused at first

therealchase:
This an awesome thread @franknetter kindly update from time to time to stop keeping us in suspense lol. Attended my u.s immigrant interview today it was fast and approved should be in the States latest first week in March.

happy for you.. let us know as e dey go ooo .. I pray those goats derailing threads wouldn't come for your thread just like they did here... Wish u d best bro

Ademat7:
Franknetter
Where is the destination of the 2nd hand items; I mean whether Lagos or nearby city

he's getting fed up with this thread or maybe the Nigerian babe he met the other day don dey give am head.. lol.. franknetter take am easy oooo

FrankNetter:
Lunch

MISTAICEY02288:
Somewhere in Atlanta

pls we need more jare .. I hope those thread derailers has been put to bed

TrapQueen77:
on VIP seat wearing 3D glasses...




I juz wanna make sure I can see it vividly


OP, plz continue... I don't wanna missed this thread...

hmmm ..... Calm down... Your choice is there

Lol... I can relate with no.1... 3 inches at flaccid state... 6½ when ready for adventure... Put #200 bread on it ... Trust me it won't bend...


Na the pencil shape e get self.. no be all those ones wey dey damage woman cervix

not only the motivational speakers... even some unserious lazy students compensate themselves with the believe that their certificate is not a yardstick to their success even when they don't have a better alternative... this is very common among the so called believers on campus... dem go get exams dem no go read ... na fellowship and vigil you go dey see dem... later they'll say an unbeliever is doing very well than them... Note: I'm a Christian and I believe in working hard and being rational with a positive mindset.

phr33man:
why not tranfer the pdf file to your laptop and open with 2013 and above version of Microsoft word(it has a feature that can help you convert pdf to word editable file but you may notice some format arrangment are not the same. That shouldn't be an issue though)

wow I really appreciate this but the funniest part is that I don't have a laptop but I came across a site now http://convertonlinefree.com/PDFToWORDEN.aspx I'm uploading the file .. I hope it's works.. thanks for the advice

I've downloaded two apps this evening but the two didn't work... I downloaded them from Google play... please i really need this app... I'll really appreciate if you guys can suggest anyone for me