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by cass
Wed Mar 11, 2015 8:09 pm
Forum: Windows
Topic: Windows update deleting files nothing runs.
Replies: 9
Views: 2342

Re: Windows update deleting files nothing runs.

Yep, eight hours later... I'm done. Panda is claiming ownership. Don't see how you could have lost data unless it was linked to an executable. Any executable that had been run was quarantined and removed upon restart. (should still be able to restore it though) The easiest path was backing up data t...
by cass
Wed Mar 11, 2015 1:05 pm
Forum: Windows
Topic: Windows update deleting files nothing runs.
Replies: 9
Views: 2342

Windows update deleting files nothing runs.

Multiple instances here of windows update installing updates, computer reboots and will do nothing. All the .exe's are gone, windows install service gone, Nothing works. I'm calling around... more and more businesses hit by the hour. so far. Vista 64 bit, windows 7 64bit that I have my hands on. The...
by cass
Wed Oct 03, 2012 1:05 pm
Forum: Windows
Topic: Google redirect virus
Replies: 25
Views: 7150

Re: Google redirect virus

1. combofix 2. search windows registry for nameserver redirects and any other dns bogus entries. 3. run your favorite anitvirus 4. Try some google searches. This one is a pain, but I have managed to remove it from a few computers. I don't really remember the exact stuff I used, but the above is my n...
by cass
Wed May 16, 2012 1:10 am
Forum: The Back Porch
Topic: Long Range gun question
Replies: 29
Views: 7496

Re: Long Range gun question

Cass I hope you can come back and give me some insight on the gun I ended up buying. Also what is the best scope in 300-400 dollar range it will occasionally be shot at 100yds but also quite a bit higher I am hoping. I just went upstairs and got my howa out. Mine is a model 1500 7mm rem mag. standa...
by cass
Mon May 14, 2012 1:07 pm
Forum: The Back Porch
Topic: Long Range gun question
Replies: 29
Views: 7496

Re: Long Range gun question

The good news is my brother in law is a gun smith, who competes at 1000yds. So getting the work done isn't an issue. Parts is where the problem is. Getting a barrel blank even is looking like 2 months or more wait. Besides the barrel I really can't find any sites with a good selection of stocks. Br...
by cass
Mon May 14, 2012 10:27 am
Forum: The Back Porch
Topic: Long Range gun question
Replies: 29
Views: 7496

Re: Long Range gun question

So I am looking to buy or get built a 1000yd gun. The caliber I think I am going to go with is .243. Price wise its shootable and according to what I have read they are pretty accurate at that range. So I was curious if anyone knows some good sites that have .243 parts available and that I will not...
by cass
Wed Mar 28, 2012 10:34 pm
Forum: General Software
Topic: Do you believe cloud will replace stand alone software?
Replies: 72
Views: 19039

Re: Do you believe cloud will replace stand alone software?

Not no, but hell no. Only a certified moron would subject his/her business to the whims of crap like google/M$/cloud. I have an android phone, it is google's property they shut it down anytime they want. matter of fact when they decided to go to a uniform password username across all google crap my ...
by cass
Tue Dec 20, 2011 4:23 pm
Forum: The Back Porch
Topic: Computer Leasing
Replies: 8
Views: 1653

Re: Computer Leasing

From the replies I'm guessing no one knows of short term leases without buyout then? You end up going through some type commercial finance company... there are many. Although it is a lease you sign a contract that you will make "X" number of lease payments. even if the business folds, you...
by cass
Sun Nov 06, 2011 11:53 pm
Forum: The Back Porch
Topic: Work Bench for under $100.00
Replies: 18
Views: 4175

Re: Inexpensive way to make a shop work bench.

3/4 plywood ... BC about $30 4x8 sheet. makes two 24 inch deep 8 ft long table tops. frame out with 2x4's standing up on edge around perimeter and throw in cross pieces every couple feet. set it up on concrete blocks (cinder blocks). portable, moves in seconds. assemble with 2 to 3" deck screws...
by cass
Sun Oct 30, 2011 10:26 pm
Forum: The Back Porch
Topic: Mobile Phone Usage Statistics
Replies: 6
Views: 3730

Re: Mobile Phone Usage Statistics

gzone commando.
android system 50%
dialer 50%

what program do yall use to get more fine grained info.?

android 2.3.3
rooted. verizon.
by cass
Sun Oct 30, 2011 10:19 pm
Forum: The Back Porch
Topic: What to do with the spare tire.
Replies: 42
Views: 5099

Re: What to do with the spare tire.

I am running my last set of recall firestones on an expedition right now. They are almost 11 yrs old. They were stored in a basement for till june of this year. Still fine. Any decent tire shop can furnish another tpms or break down your tire and move one from another tire in. They will know how to ...
by cass
Sat Oct 29, 2011 2:44 pm
Forum: Windows
Topic: Windows 7 Key Hard to Read
Replies: 9
Views: 2096

Re: Windows 7 Key Hard to Read

http://pcsupport.about.com/od/productke ... finder.htm

If its running the above would help.

magic jelly bean I have always used on xp. They say it works on 7.... I will try it on a seven computer later on to see. anyhow its free you can't lose much.
by cass
Tue Oct 18, 2011 2:48 pm
Forum: Motherboards, Chipsets, & RAM
Topic: There can't be "that" many DOA mobos
Replies: 63
Views: 11205

Re: There can't be "that" many DOA mobos

It depends on how many systems/components you buy, and how much money you spend. Can also depend on type of component. Motherboards... I am going to say my failure/doa rate within the first week or so is less than 5%. Failure rate in 5 years is more than 50%. Probably average buying 20-30/yr. Capaci...
by cass
Tue Oct 11, 2011 4:20 pm
Forum: The Back Porch
Topic: Hitch bike racks -- the choice
Replies: 11
Views: 1559

Re: Hitch bike racks -- the choice

I have a yakima bighorn 4. I would get the double down 4 if I were getting it again. The arms not folding down are a deal breaker. If the arms fold down the thing stores and handles much easier off the vehicle. Also you can fold the arms down on the vehicle and you don't have the protrusions out the...
by cass
Fri Sep 30, 2011 5:36 pm
Forum: Storage
Topic: Copying IDE HDD to Sata HDD?
Replies: 9
Views: 1848

Re: Copying IDE HDD to Sata HDD?

Just get imaging software of your choice, load both drives onto a Motherboard with both ide and sata ports, configure the sata port for ide mode and image the ide drive over to it. The software will automagically expand to the size of the sata drive if its larger, if thats what you want, and it will...
by cass
Sat Sep 24, 2011 10:45 pm
Forum: Visual Haven
Topic: Which do I want, Plasma or LED/LCD?
Replies: 76
Views: 15588

Re: Which do I want, Plasma or LED/LCD?

Get you some Hd content or your own and go look at the tv's in question to see which ones you like. The largest problem is that 99% of all content from both cable and satellite that I have watched just sucks and sucks bad because of the compression and motion artifacts. The better the TV the worse t...
by cass
Tue Sep 06, 2011 1:20 pm
Forum: General Software
Topic: defender.exe virus - anyone battle this one yet?
Replies: 39
Views: 8636

Re: defender.exe virus - anyone battle this one yet?

"Security Defender" I haven't had the pleasure to meet & greet this fella on any of my own, but I just got drafted into fixing a computer (family!) that has this sneaky rat on it. ..... What would you have done differently? I get two or three of these projects per month. The process i...
by cass
Sat Jul 02, 2011 4:02 pm
Forum: The Back Porch
Topic: Ok car people........which one should I consider?
Replies: 104
Views: 10303

Re: Ok car people........which one should I consider?

As far as S2k, I heard they were minor issues with differentials or rear axles on AP1 but I never heard anything about them blowing engines. Where did you get that info? I'm not saying specific individuals aren't able to do it with their special ways but I don't think it's a widespread phenomena. I...
by cass
Sat Jul 02, 2011 12:02 am
Forum: The Back Porch
Topic: Ok car people........which one should I consider?
Replies: 104
Views: 10303

Re: Ok car people........which one should I consider?

why does the rotary engine gulp down fuel so viciously despite being a smaller engine than comparative non rotary engines? They don't use a lot more/less gas than any other gas engine. its horsepower that uses the gas. A piston engine is generally .5-.55 pounds of fuel per horsepower/hr, and rotari...
by cass
Fri Jun 17, 2011 6:20 pm
Forum: The Back Porch
Topic: Will my car a-splode?
Replies: 12
Views: 1398

Re: Will my car a-splode?

Also, if this happens on cold engine, and always, it could be worn valve seals. could still be the valve stem seals/bushings because it will still suck oil by in high vacuum situations. The previous noted head trouble makes me think anything is possible, cracked head leaking head gasket etc. Not ma...
by cass
Wed Jun 15, 2011 1:23 pm
Forum: The Back Porch
Topic: Fuel economy
Replies: 61
Views: 5859

Re: Fuel economy

So there's a spot nearby where jackasses go to have their drag races. They race with their lights out, supposedly to have all the engine's power available. I thought that turning off the lights was a ridiculous idea, since the engine is already turning the alternator, but with what you've said, tha...
by cass
Mon May 30, 2011 11:07 am
Forum: General Software
Topic: Transfer files from old system to new one
Replies: 6
Views: 1649

Re: Transfer files from old system to new one

Pickmeapp will help you move the applications without reinstalling. Only good for the common stuff though. I havent' had it work on many professional niche programs (if it costs over $5k it will probably require a reinstall). But still usually there is only a handfull of reinstalls to do. I normall...
by cass
Mon May 16, 2011 1:14 pm
Forum: The Back Porch
Topic: Bought a house - best way to learn basic handyman stuff?
Replies: 29
Views: 3993

Re: Bought a house - best way to learn basic handyman stuff?

Let me warn you on windows... do not put in replacement windows. Use new construction and plan on right at $1,000 per window if you do it yourself. going to be about $1500 per window if you hire it done. Shop around for windows. My experience wwas different. I bought my new windows, bought the mini...
by cass
Sat May 14, 2011 3:48 pm
Forum: Graphics
Topic: Old but powerful system having trouble with Premier
Replies: 5
Views: 1248

Re: Old but powerful system having trouble with Premier

When he plays movies in WMP it works fine, but when he edits in Premier Pro CS4 the video playback lags horribly to the point where he can't edit effectively. From my googling I discovered that this is a known problem with PPCS4, but there are no solid solutions. Does anyone here have experience wi...
by cass
Thu May 12, 2011 1:13 pm
Forum: The Back Porch
Topic: Bought a house - best way to learn basic handyman stuff?
Replies: 29
Views: 3993

Re: Bought a house - best way to learn basic handyman stuff?

Gerbils, tell me it is possible to learn some basic handyman stuff out of books / on the internet? Change over swamp cooler to furnace, snake a drain, patch drywall, etc. Nothing fancy (the house already needs new stucco...). Don't watch any TV. Most of that BS is done by people with unlimited budg...
by cass
Mon May 09, 2011 6:50 pm
Forum: The Back Porch
Topic: Car with best 0-60 for under $25k, new or used
Replies: 165
Views: 16846

Re: Car with best 0-60 for under $25k, new or used

Every new car I've ever dealt with had zero issues for a long time (exception, anything made by Ford, family had a new Taurus break on them) and every used car I've ever dealt with had problems out the ass. I will never buy a used car ever again. New cars have warranties, nobody's abused them, and ...
by cass
Mon May 09, 2011 1:07 pm
Forum: General Hardware
Topic: Laptop battery life maintenance
Replies: 13
Views: 1607

Re: Laptop battery life maintenance

mikehodges2 wrote:
\I also read somewhere that it can help to leave it in a fridge.


http://batteryuniversity.com/learn/arti ... _batteries

Home link for more info.
by cass
Mon May 09, 2011 12:51 pm
Forum: The Back Porch
Topic: Car with best 0-60 for under $25k, new or used
Replies: 165
Views: 16846

Re: Car with best 0-60 for under $25k, new or used

For the record my 03 Odyssey blew the transmission at the usual 120k km in the middle of a 400km trip to play a concert. The vehicle had no drive at that point. Even if you get worn syncros in a manual box it still works, you've just got to get better at rev matching and double declutching. Honda t...
by cass
Thu May 05, 2011 8:38 am
Forum: The Back Porch
Topic: Car with best 0-60 for under $25k, new or used
Replies: 165
Views: 16846

Re: Car with best 0-60 for under $25k, new or used

perhaps you should consider a used crown vic with the police interceptor package. .. stop watch to 60 in 6 seconds flat. ....these cars proved to be so bullet proof ...just something to think about. First of all, you and Fragnificent need to get some real instruments and get some instrumented times...
by cass
Wed May 04, 2011 10:01 am
Forum: The Back Porch
Topic: Car with best 0-60 for under $25k, new or used
Replies: 165
Views: 16846

Re: Car with best 0-60 for under $25k, new or used

I paid $21,400 ($25,500 sticker, $23,500 KBB) for my 2011 Accord EX 5 spd auto and it has a rated 0-60 of 6.1s, same as the V6's you guys are quoting, only it's a 2.4L I4. Gas mileage is rated 25/34 avg 27. I get around 31 on the highway, maybe 25 around town. I like it so far. Not what the real te...
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