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Completely agree, Hicker. It's one thing to know how to drive a stick, but doing it correctly is a different matter. My girlfriend always wants manual cars. I tell her that she can have one when she learns how to drive one. She then says "I've driven sticks all my life", to which I respond...

So can I. Just not very far. Not even back into the garage, it seems like.

That insulation is our friend, Hunter. Separates men from boys, for example. I could go on, but you are already aware of many of its advantages. But I'll mention one more, just in case: You get rained on, you get wet. Meanwhile, if I get get snowed on, I can literally just brush it off.

Why doesn't 70s on 7 play hip hop? This is a sirius question, by the way.

Pierre, any (good, hopefully) news on your car?

It should be added that the center diff could be locked, by shifting into Hi Lock or Lo Lock. In some ways we have opened up a can of worms here, but transfer cases, hubs, and even CADs, are really quite simple. Well, with the exception of the late model computer managed AWD stuff, that is.

Almost forgot to post it here: Went and got my little red wagon the other day. Now it's only a painful 496 miles to go before I can enjoy it to its fullest.

Since I have four shifters in my Jeep, I feel justified to have a few automatics, too.

It's a Ford. How could it not be weird?

I'd say that it's the other way around. It's a 4X4 with full time capability. Interesting that this 4X4 subject came up, as I've been a four wheeler for most of my life and am much more familiar with those mechanicals than I am with what makes my Challenger tick.

It's the Velvet Red, and I don't remember seeing a Pearl Red when ordering. It's darker than I thought, unless in sunlight, but that's fine for the stealth factor. Haven't figured out the best way to un-yellow the calipers yet, but the yellow will have to go, somehow. That white stuff is an...

Yep, I think that one issue people had with the manual hubs was/is that they never locked them in before they were needed. And then it was a bit inconvenient to get out in the snow or mud, and somehow that was the vehicle's fault. Ironically, it was considered a sin to drive with the hubs...

Hate to tell you, Hunter, but there is no such thing as a "cold air intake" for where you live. There might be some kind of "Less than stupid hot" intake, and possible with an enlarged drain to counteract the humidity.

I also have that "on demand" setup" on my '14 1500 Ram, and like the function but not that it uses small buttons to operate. My Cherokee XJ had what I think is the same transfer case, but it was operated with a lever. Ether way, that would be a "full time" 4WD, when in that position. AWD, as in...

Alright, alright, since you asked nicely, here's one from where I picked it up and one from at home.

How did you guys know? I brought it home yesterday. (Not good) pics to follow.

I like your unedited version better. With the keg up front it won't block the front license plate I don't have to have. Then again, there's definitely something to be said for obstructing the rear plate.

How could I forget? The one thing I don't care for is the minuscule fuel tank. Not that I've been able to empty it in 13 minutes, but it sure would be nice to be able to drive for a full day without getting fuel. Twice.

I know, but couldn't resist. Could blame it on my bad knees, but in reality its the extra horsepower and superior performance that makes me pick the most logical transmission.

Just bought a spare Razr (I mangle phones fairly frequently) for $45. It makes and receives call, which is all I ask from my phone. I like simplicity. Not to the point motorhead does (manuals) where it reduces performance, but still.