Sunday, January 08, 2012

Huntsman surge in New Hampshire?

As background, Republican presidential candidate Huntsman served as U.S. ambassador to China under the Obama administration.  At last night's debate, front runner Romney criticized Huntsman for that.  This clip is from this morning's debate (yes, there were two debates within 10 hours of each other).


If enough New Hampshire voters watched this morning's debate, Huntsman may do well in Tuesday's primary.  Romney is going to win with 40-something percent of the vote, no matter what.  But if Huntsman can finish second in the 20 percent range, that will definitely help the moderate's struggling campaign.

1990 Lotus Elan review

Over on Hooniverse, there is a discussion about the Isuzu-powered, front wheel drive, Lotus Elan.  Has anyone here had any experience with the car?

Ferrari v. Lotus

From ShantJ.

Saturday, January 07, 2012

New science fiction book, Fahrenheit 451

Amazon and big box book stores destroyed hundreds, if not thousands, of small, independent book stores. Now, Borders is closed and Barnes & Noble is about to die. What a shame. This picture was taken today at one of the three remaining Barnes & Noble stores in the Bay Area.

Portlandia opening theme

Thursday, January 05, 2012

Celine Dion Chrysler Laser ad

Can't believe I just got a pair of Celine Dion tickets.  Oh lord, help me!

VW Phaeton oil filter/cartridge


Phew, what a relief.  The Phaeton's cartridge is actually sort of normal (although I am more familiar with the spin-on filters) and easily obtainable.  It basically fits most (but not all) Audis and VWs with the 4.2 liter V8 or 6.0 liter V12.

Detailed oil change instructions for the Phaeton here.

How to warm up and start an F1 car

This is a 1990 Leyton House.  What a production.



Via Flavio Gomes.

Mongol Rally 2012

Who's doing this?