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  1. DavidY

    Darn, it's cold!

    Post your temp with and without windchill. Tonight's low in the central BC interior will be minus 38 deg Celsius, minus 53 deg Celsius with the windchill....that's minus 64 deg F with the windchill. Brrrr! Dave
  2. DavidY

    Tablet pc recommendations wanted

    Can anyone recommend a good quality tablet pc that is a bit more rugged than average? Willing to spend CDN$3K (plus or minus CDN$500)....that's about US$2300 more or less. My company is looking at getting tablet pc's for the outdoor field crews. A lot of rugged tablet pc's are typically...
  3. DavidY

    Free movie admission with X-Men 1.5 purchase (Canada)

    Just received my X-Men 1.5 DVD from Chapters Online. There is a navy blue sticker on the DVD that notes an up to CDN$12 off movie admission to either Daredevil or X-Men 2. The Bank of Montreal is listed on the ticket so it's valid in Canada. I hear that Future Shop is selling X-Men 1.5 DVD...
  4. DavidY

    Infocus X1 vs. Sanyo Z1?

    In the under CDN$3K (US$2K) range, I've been told that some of the recommended FPTVs are: Infocus X1 ~CDN$2300 online Sanyo Z1 ~CDN$2900 online Has anyone auditioned either or both of these projectors? Comments? Pros and cons of each? I know that the X1 is DLP, Z1 is LCD. Buying a...
  5. DavidY

    Need eyewear advice

    I need a set or two of new eyeglasses (1 for daily wear, 1 backup or tinted as sunglasses). I'm very near-sighted (-8 sphere) in both eyes. Which brand of lens should I get? Currently, I am wearing a pair of moderately expensive Guess frames with hi-index glass lenses (Nikon 2 or 3 I...
  6. DavidY

    FT: Soundtrack for XXX

    As I was hyped for the upcoming XXX movie, I bought the 2 disc movie soundtrack at FS. Definately not my type of music....too loud and obnoxious...more for those in their teens and early 20's. If anyone wants it, I am willing to trade it....CDs or DVDs. Any reasonable offers will be...
  7. DavidY

    Car stereo: noise problem (long)

    Here's my install history on a 1996 Mazda B3000 4x2 Cab Plus, Automatic: 1. Installer (MECP) replaced stock with new Alpine HU, new Boston Acoustics front speakers, a used Orion 4 channel amp (2 for the front, 2 bridged for sub), a used 12" SVS sub in a new sealed enclosure and new 4 ga...
  8. DavidY

    Aftermarket replacement parts for a pickup truck?

    Today, I priced out a Flowmaster 50 Series muffler, 2" in/out, at ~CDN$140 (US$90). They also carried another brand that I wasn't familar with. I am also considering a Magnaflow or possibly Dynomax. Sport Truck magazine appears to favour the Flowmaster and the Magnaflow brands....no mention of...
  9. DavidY

    FT: Assorted DVDs

    I have following DVDs for trade: Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (Canadian Version) (opened, but mint) Legend UE (2 disks) (sealed) Ultimate Toybox (3 disks) (sealed) The Sopranos Season 2 boxset (sealed) Legally Blonde SE (sealed) Traffic (regular version; sealed)...
  10. DavidY

    Remote car starter and alarm system?

    I've been thinking about buying a remote car starter and alarm system for my 1996 Mazda extended cab pickup truck....but I am not sure if it is worthwhile purchase since the truck is not brand new and I've have owned it for the past 2.5 years. However, the prime motivation for the alarm...
  11. DavidY

    Car audio install instructions?

    Just received my Alpine CDA7873 head unit and a pair of Boston Acoustics RX87 5x7 coax speakers. Vehicle is a 1996 Mazda extended cab pickup. Rear speakers will stay as stock. What instructions should I give the installer at one of the local car audio shops about the install.....my concern is...
  12. DavidY

    WTB: Original SVS driver (Canada)

    I am interested in buying one or two 12" SVS drivers....in case you are upgrading your SVS subs. Drivers must be in excellent condition. Please email me your price including shipping to BC. Shipments via UPS will not be accepted. I am located in Canada and am a Master Trader at HTF. Dave
  13. DavidY

    Subs: Home vs. Car?

    Can I use a 12" driver (like the original SVS) that was designed for home theater subs in a car application? Is there anything that I have to worry about if I decide to this? Will the much smaller enclosure (around 1-2 cu.ft or so) be a big factor? Sealed or ported? Thanks. Dave P.S. Can...
  14. DavidY

    Need advice on car audio

    I have a 96 Mazda Pickup truck. It suppose to have 6"x8" speakers, front and rear (as told by a local car audio rep). I would like to upgrade the original tapedeck and speakers to a CD/MP3 deck (MP3 is preferred, but not mandatory) with decent sounding speakers. A powered sub (1 or 2 :D ) and...
  15. DavidY

    Optimal settings on Malata N996 for JVC D-series TVs?

    Just received my new Malata N996. Having problems trying to properly setup the N996 for the 4x3 JVC AV-32D201 TV. This TV can do the anamorphic squeeze via service menu (it's not a perfect squeeze since a 16x9 picture is about 1" too tall). Should I set the DVD player's TV setting to 16x9 and...
  16. DavidY

    Free DVD in JP Trilogy?

    Just wondering...there was no form of any sort in my boxset. Or it is just limited to those who buy JP III only? Thanks for any help. Dave
  17. DavidY

    FT Sopranos Season 2 Sealed and others

    I have the following DVD's (all are mint, or as noted otherwise) for trade: The Sopranos: Complete Second Season SEALED (2 1 available) Don Henley: Live Inside Job The Jackal DTS Out of Sight CE Everest IMAX SEALED Any Given Sunday SE (1 disc) Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me A...
  18. DavidY

    Buying Godfather Collection unseen?

    A local grocery store is now selling the Godfather DVD collection for CDN$78 (US$50 approx.) plus 14% taxes (pre-order with membership card only). Since I have never seen any of the Godfather movies in its' entirety and I have not found any online reviews, I am a bit cautious about buying it...
  19. DavidY

    FT/FS: Tons of DVDs

    I have the following DVD's (all are mint, or as noted otherwise) for trade or sale. *** SHIPPING: For two or more titles, all prices include shipping via surface mail (Canada and US only). For singles, please add CDN$2 or US$1.50. *** NOTE: ALL PRICES ARE IN CANADIAN AND US DOLLARS AS SHOWN...
  20. DavidY

    Anyone have the complete IMAX collection?

    Just wondering...how many titles are there in the IMAX collection? Is there a complete listing anywhere? I briefly checked the IMAX website http://www.imax.com but it wasn't readily available. Thanks. Dave
  21. DavidY

    Canadians: Free DVDs in Cereals

    For members located in Canada.... Collect all four kid-oriented DVDs in specially marked Kellogg's cereals: Air Bud in Frosted Flakes Air Bud: Golden Retriever in Corn Pops Babar: King of Elephants in Rice Krispies The Thief and the Cobbler in Froot Loops Today, I bought all four DVDs...
  22. DavidY

    Recommendations for a good, 4 port DSL/router?

    Was considering a SMC Barricade at Future Shop Canada Online...but it's on backorder...probably won't make the August 8th deadline for the rebate. Also, we need one in a hurry since we have experienced problems with Zone Labs. The 4 port DSL Router is for a small office with several computers...
  23. DavidY

    FT: Assorted DVD's

    I have the following DVD's for trade (all are in mint, sealed or as noted): Sex in the City, Season 1 (sealed) Perfect Storm (sealed) **TRADED** Total Movie #1, OOP (sealed; 2 copies available) Die Hard Trilogy (regular ed., a slight tear in box corner; discs are mint) Shaft 2000...
  24. DavidY

    No sound problem with Sony STRDA777ES receiver

    When I returned home today, I turned on the receiver, TV, CD, and VCR via Cinema 7 remote's macro....no sound from any source. Checked all the connections on the back of the receiver...no loose connections. My 1 year old Sony 777ES receiver has been running fine for the past 2.5 months since it...
  25. DavidY

    Website(s) to test computers & question about latest drivers

    Currently, I am usinghttp://www.pcpitstop.com to put my home computer through it's paces. How does this site compare with others? Are there sites, freeware or shareware which can download the latest drivers for various components such as video, motherboards, DVD, CDRW, etc.? Thanks. Dave
  26. DavidY

    FT: Toybox Ultimate and Others

    I have the following DVD's for trade (all are in mint, sealed or as noted): Sex in the City, Season 1 (sealed) Total Movie #1, OOP (sealed; 2 copies available) Perfect Storm (sealed) Die Hard Trilogy (regular ed., a slight tear in box corner; discs are mint) Shaft 2000 Narrow Margin...
  27. DavidY

    Some DVD's for trade

    I have the following DVD's for trade: Toy Story Ultimate Toybox (sealed) - pending Toy Story 1&2 (2 disc pack) (sealed) Total Movie, 1st edition OOP (2 available, both sealed) Shaft 2000 (mint) Natalie Merchant: Live in Concert (mint) Terminator 2: Judgment Day (regular, mint) Blue...
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