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    Canvas Canopy / Soft Topper

    Been thinking about a soft topper for the truck. Only a few choices out there. I like and dislike things from each which is making the decison difficult. Thought I would check in here to see if there were any thoughts and/or opinions. Here are the brands I'm looking at: Softopper - Not a...
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    Electric Vehicles Are Less Reliable Than Conventional Cars: Consumer Reports

    https://www.consumerreports.org/media-room/press-releases/2023/11/electric-vehicles-are-improving-but-charging-and-battery-issues-persist-in-consumer-reports-2023-annual-auto-reliability-survey/ On average, new EVs have 79 percent more problems than ICE vehicles. Plug-in hybrid electric...
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    388 New Mines Needed to Satisfy EV Mandates Worldwide: Report

    A total of 388 new mines must be constructed by 2030 if countries around the globe, including Canada, hope to meet their timelines on mandating electric vehicles (EV), according to a new report. Released by the Fraser Institute on Nov. 23, the report says the 388 new mines are essential to...
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    Edmonton's fleet of electric buses failing amid manufacturer's bankruptcy proceedings

    https://ca.news.yahoo.com/edmontons-fleet-electric-buses-failing-130000240.html?guccounter=1
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    Auto Execs Are Coming Clean: EVs Aren't Working

    https://www.businessinsider.com/auto-executives-coming-clean-evs-arent-working-2023-10
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    Ford cutting F-150 Lightning factory shift is 'emblematic' of changing EV demand

    https://www.autoblog.com/2023/10/16/ford-cutting-f-150-lightning-factory-shift-is-emblematic-of-changing-ev-demand/
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    The High Cost of Electric Vehicles: Mining for Minerals Puts US Water Supplies in Danger

    https://www.theepochtimes.com/us/the-high-cost-of-electric-vehicles-mining-for-minerals-puts-us-water-supplies-in-danger-5491463?utm_source=MB_article_paid&src_src=MB_article_paid&utm_campaign=mb-2023-09-19-ca&src_cmp=mb-2023-09-19-ca&utm_medium=email&est=PGqW8LEuVEwpvY9cZhcBHHZ3InB2FMYWiVdCZdQ9g...
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    Rapid Growth of EV Charger Networks Comes With Major Security Threats

    https://www.theepochtimes.com/tech/rapid-growth-of-ev-charger-networks-comes-with-major-security-threats-5352795?utm_source=MB_article_paid&src_src=MB_article_paid&utm_campaign=mb-2023-06-25-ca&src_cmp=mb-2023-06-25-ca&utm_medium=email&est=HlKYZ5EBqmkXhCfF9uRX%2FSbrEydx7fYo9pZGh1LwCfH0HaClunSAXvP...
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    Speedo recalibration

    Would like to run larger diameter tires on my 2022 Superduty. Basically same size as the Tremor models. Can Ford recalibrate the Speedo? I was thinking it would be easy for them as they would already have the numbers from the Tremor. What are my options?
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    WTH Tesla!?

    Driving home from holidays, towing the travel trailer with our Superduty. Hit the Sparwood 80km zone with the traffic lights on the highway. Small Tesla in front of us approaches the traffic lights and just touches the stop line as the light turns yellow. Tesla suddenly goes into full on...
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    Most EVs Cost More to Drive Than Their Gas-Powered Rivals: Study

    https://www.andersoneconomicgroup.com/many-gas-powered-cars-cheaper-to-fuel-than-electric-in-2023/
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    On Demand Hot H20 Descaler

    Look for suggestions on a good commercial grade descaler for our on demand hot H2O system, and where to get it in Edmonton or online. Thanks!
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    Small Business Credit Cards

    Been thinking of moving away from a personal credit card and into a business credit card for our small business. Looked at many, many review sites but do not find a lot of consistency other than with the high yearly fee Amex cards. Seem to get rated well on numerous sites. I do travel some...
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    Commercial General Liability Insurance

    Looking for feedback from other small business owners on here regarding commercial insurance. Background: Been with the same insurance broker for over 20 years. Recently the insurance company our business is insured with (again over 20 years) did a review of our business. Nothing much has...
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    Towing With Ford F-150 Lightning A "Total Disaster" Owner Finds

    https://insideevs.com/news/612612/towing-with-ford-f150-lightning-total-disaster-owner-finds/
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    Rim width versus tire recommended width

    quick question.....looking at rims for the summer. They are 9" width. Tires I would like run recommend a rim width between 7" to 8.5". Any issues? Retail shop says "no worries man". Lol Truck is F350
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    Where's the price cap in snowmobiling?

    https://snowgoer.com/news/wheres-the-price-cap-in-snowmobiling/29945/?oly_enc_id=3803J8414578H6H
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    Strange Truck Dealer Request - Explain It To Me

    Was at a Ford dealer in town and started talking with a sales guy about a deal on a new truck. There were some things that surprised me, but not much as some of the tactics have been discussed here on S&M. Like they focus as much as possible on the payment only. Obfuscate numbers so you're...
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    Need a creative and talented duct/HVAC person

    Have some duct work in the basement that drives me crazy. I want it moved! Looking for someone creative and talented with duct work to come show what they can do. In Edmonton. Suggestions? Thanks.
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    Plasma, water or laser cutting?

    Need a couple 3/8" thick 304 (1.4301) stainless plates made up. Roughly 20" x 7". Four corner holes and four pump mounting holes. Outside edges need to be beveled as do the tops of the holes. Plates will need to be polished but not sure of spec yet. What's the best method for having this...
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