Hey everyone. I wanted to do my own oil and start to learn how to do other DIY aspects on my 2002 Buick LeSabre of a glorious 40,000 miles. I sort of wanted to go and replace all that I think needs replacing now rather than inherently wait for something to happen. For now it's the engine air filter and the oil! Yay!
I'm going to head out to grab all of what I need, but I keep seeing different videos and reading totally different answers regarding the tools used for the drain plug.

1. I use a torque wrench specifically to the torque of the drain plug. Totally fine but I'm clueless of knowing how much torque is required. Any info would be a godsend.
   
2. I use a typical combination wrench and Neanderthal the thing by hand tightening the drain plug then giving a 1/2 turn.
   

What should I use and how necessary are crush washers? Are there a specific type of crush washers I need?
Any help would be great and I appreciate your time reading and answering.

"I played major league baseball for parts of 10 years, and I played in the magnificent city of New York, and as a child in St. Croix that was beyond dreams. Yes, I am a happy man." -- Horace Clarke
The worst stretch of Yankee baseball since the Highlander days, the mid 60s to the mid 70s, is remembered by those who lived through it as the Horace Clarke Era. Unfairly or not, the bespectacled switch-hitting middle infielder from the U.S. Virgin Islands came to symbolize all that was wrong with the Yankees in those sad years.
Horace Meredith Clarke grew up on the island of St. Croix in the U.S. Virgin Islands. He was just the fifth player from the U.S. Virgin Islands to play in the majors, and the first Yankee. His father had grown up playing cricket, and because there were no youth baseball leagues on the island, young Horace played softball. He said he didn't see his first baseball game until around age 13, when he saw some U.S. Navy sailors playing.

“We were poor kids in St. Croix. We played on a field which was right on the ocean and had no fences. We couldn’t afford baseballs. So the coach made the lefthanded batters hit righthanded and the righthanded batters hit lefthanded. This was so they couldn’t hit the ball so far. It saved us from losing the baseballs in the ocean.”

Clarke was spotted by a Yankee scout in the Caribbean and assigned to the lowest run of the Yankee farm system -- the Kearney Yankees in Class D ball. Imagine being an 18-year-old kid from St. Croix in the Caribbean, and arriving in Kearney, Nebraska in the spring of 1958. The culture shock must have been overwhelming. Maybe not surprisingly, Clarke hit a disappointing .225/.322/.283 in 187 at-bats. He said the biggest adjustment wasn't the cold weather, but night games played under the lights, something he'd never done before.
The following year Horace was in the Florida State League, and he thrived in the warmer weather, hitting .293/.375/.366 in 571 at-bats. He also stole 34 bases that year. The year after that, he was back up north, playing for Fargo in the Northern League, and hit .307/.389/.369 in 537 at-bats. The following year was Amarillo in the Texas League, where he hit .300/.364/.429.
Then the next three years in the International League, where he hit .281/.345/.352 in 1,494 at-bats while playing shortstop and second base.
But despite Clarke's promise, he was blocked by Bobby Richardson. By the time Clarke had reached Triple-A at age 24 in 1963, the 27-year-old Richardson had already been a four-time All-Star, a two-time Gold Glove winner, and had won three World Series rings... plus the MVP for the 1960 World Series, the only time in baseball history a player for the losing team won the award!
But the Yankees knew Richardson was planning on retiring, so they kept Clarke waiting in the wings. He opened the year with the Toledo Mud Hens, then the Yankees' Triple-A team, and then after a month he finally got the call to the show.
Fifty-nine years ago today, on May 13, 1965, Clarke was sent up to the plate in the 7th inning as a pinch hitter to make his major league debut in a game the Yankees were losing, 4-1, to the Boston Red Sox in Fenway Park.
Clarke, facing Dave Morehead, beat out an infield single. It was a promising beginning. But, as if scripted to be symbolic of his career, Clarke's success was short-lived as the next batter bounced into a fielder's choice. Forced out at second base, Clarke watched the rest of the game from the dugout. The next day he'd get the start and go 0-for-4.
Hitting .250/.298/.269 at the end of June as a utility infielder, Clarke was sent back down to Toledo for two months to get more regular playing time. It helped. When he returned on September 3 -- coincidentally, also against the Red Sox -- he went 3-for-5 with an RBI. Overall that month, Clarke hit .273/.298/.327, and for the season, .262/.298/.299 in 115 plate appearances. But the Yankees, the reigning A.L. champions for the past five seasons, finished a shocking 77-85, all the way in sixth place.
That off-season, Phil Linz -- the harmonica playing utility infielder -- was traded to the Phillies, opening up a roster spot for Clarke. Richardson, though only 31, had told the Yankees he would retire at the end of the 1966 season, and the Yankees wanted him to mentor Clarke as his successor.
Clarke started just seven games over the first half, but a series of injuries forced him into regular service. Over the second half, he played almost every day, hitting .276/.334/.404 in 300 plate appearances. He was mostly used at shortstop, where his defense wasn't great, but in 16 games at second base he looked good enough that the Yankees were confident he could be a regular there. Yankee fans were no doubt a little sad when Richardson officially announced to the press on August 31 that it was his last season, but at least we knew who would be playing second base the following year.
Indeed, second base was the least of the Yankees' problems. New York finished dead last at 70-89 in 1966, the team's worst performance since 1925, as injuries fell Mickey Mantle, Roger Maris, Elston Howard, and Whitey Ford.
Entering 1967 as the starting second baseman, Clarke hit a solid .272/.321/.316 (94 OPS+) in 633 plate appearances while leading the league in fielding percentage, assists, and range factor as a second baseman. He also stole 21 bases in 25 tries, a second-best .840 SB%. His 3.7 bWAR that year was better than any season Richardson ever had -- his career high was 3.2 bWAR in 1962.
The following year, the Yankees finished 83-79 -- above .500 for the first time in four seasons -- but a whopping 34.5 games out. Clarke had one of the worst years of his career, hitting .230/.258/.254 (60 OPS+) as he played through injuries all year.
He rebounded in 1969 to .285/.339/.467 (101 OPS+), with 33 stolen bases. It was, statistically, the best season of his career (3.9 bWAR). But once again the Yankees were terrible -- 28.5 games out.
In 1970, Clarke again disappointed, hitting .251/.286/.309 (68 OPS+). The Yankees won 93 games that year, but it amounted to naught as the Orioles ran away with the pennant, going 108-54 to win it by 15 games. In fact, it was pretty much over by July, with the Yankees 7 games out at the All-Star break.
It was around this time that Yankee fans began focusing their frustration on Clarke. One New York sportswriter routinely referred to him as "Horrible Horace". Miscast as a leadoff man -- he had a career .308 OBP -- and criticized for "bailing out" on double plays, manager Ralph Houk years later offered a tepid defense of his second baseman:

“I know I got a lot of criticism for playing Horace Clarke as much as I did, but he was a lot better ballplayer than anyone gave him credit for. He did a lot of things good but nothing great, and that was his problem. Besides, I didn’t have anyone else.”

The lack of a replacement was certainly an issue. In 1971, there was talk in The Sporting News about a prospect named Fred Frazier being the heir apparent to Clarke at second base. That year, Frazier hit a disappointing .261/.316/.313 in Triple-A; the next year, .216/.302/.281. The year after that, he was in the Orioles organization. He never made it out of the minors.
In fact, Clarke was the only constant in the Yankee infield in the late 1960s and early 1970s. The Yankees during the, ahem, Horace Clarke Era had holes everywhere, with a revolving door at first base, third base, and shortstop. For five years, from 1967 to 1971, Clarke was the Opening Day starter at second base; during that same stretch, there were five different third basemen, five different third basemen, and three different shortstops. Between 1967 and 1973, he started 1,017 games at second base, or 90% of all Yankee games.
But that, explained Yankees PR man Marty Appel, was kind of the problem. "Fans especially didn’t like the second baseman, the beleaguered Horace Clarke, whose major flaw seemed to be longevity. It wasn’t his fault that no one better came along, and he was a better player than the fans gave him credit for. But because he was out there, year after year, he came to stand for this disappointing run by the club."

"I always did my best. I always played as hard as I could. I never was concerned about how the fans reacted to me." -- Horace Clarke

The following year Clarke hit .250/.321/.318 in 696 plate appearances, but the Yankees again were out of it, finishing 82-80 in 1971.
Yankee fans had been miserable since 1965, but frustration with the team in general -- and Clarke in particular -- reached a boiling point in 1972. It had been seven years since the Yankees had been in the post-season, and 1972 was the first year the Yankees had the playoffs within our grasp since winning the pennant in 1964. (The "closest and latest" the Yankees had been since the 1965 season was 9 games out of 1st place on September 8, 1970.)
On September 12, 1972, the Yankees were a half-game out of 1st place at 74-64, with 17 games left to go in the season. The Red Sox were in 1st at 73-62, the Orioles tied with New York at 74-64, and the Tigers a half-game behind at 73-64. Over the rest of the season, the Yankees went a heartbreaking 5-12, while the Tigers won 13 out of 19 to win the A.L. East.
There was plenty of blame to go around for that collapse, but Yankee fans were particularly irate at Clarke, who hit .225/.267/.296 during those final 17 games.
To his credit, Clarke never complained about the boos from fans or the criticism in the press. As quoted by Dick Young in the New York Daily News in 1972:

"Sure, I would feel bad when I saw in the papers that, 'the Yankees can never win the pennant with that guy at second base.' But why get mad. I figure that's his opinion, and he's entitled to it. I must have been able to do something. Don't tell me a ballplayer can fool a manager for seven years."

Years later, Thurman Munson said his adversarial relationship with the media was based on how Horace Clarke was treated.
In 1973, the 34-year-old Clarke hit .263/.317/.308 (80 OPS+), his defense was no longer among the league leaders, and the Yankees were once again double-digit games behind by Labor Day.
It was finally time to move on. That off season, the Yankees acquired 23-year-old utility infielder Jim Mason from the Texas Rangers and installed him as the starting shortstop for the upcoming 1974 season; Gene Michael, the Yankees' on-again, off-again shortstop since 1968, was moved to second base; and Clarke to the bench. It wasn't exactly an earth-shattering move -- Mason was coming off a season in which he hit .206/.273/.290, and Michael .225/.270/.278. If anything, the two represented a substantial downgrade from Clarke's numbers. (By bWAR the previous season, Clarke was still the best option of the three, 0.6 compared to Mason's -0.7 and Michael's -0.9.)
After hitting .234/.294/.255 in 53 plate appearances as a pinch hitter and spot starter, on May 31, 1974, the Yankees finally ended the Horace Clarke Era by selling his contract to the San Diego Padres along with minor league pitcher Lowell Palmer for $25,000. At the time of the deal, Clarke was still the Yankees' best option at second base as Mason was hitting .214/.287/.307 and Michael a putrid .134/.224/.179!
Six weeks later, the Yankees tried to address their second base problem again by acquiring former All-Star Sandy Alomar from the Angels. Alomar, who fathered major leaguers Sandy Jr. and Roberto, played for the Yankees for the next two and a half seasons, hitting .248/.287/.302... again, worse than Horace's career average of .256/.308/.313.
And yet getting rid of Horace Clarke immediately turned around the Yankees' fortunes. With Horace, the Yankees were 23-27, the worst record in the American League; without him, a second-best 66-46. New York finished 89-73, just two games behind the Baltimore Orioles.
The Yankees finally found a solution to the second base problem on December 11, 1975, trading previously forgotten Yankee Doc Medich to the Pirates for Dock Ellis, Ken Brett, and a 20-year-old prospect named Willie Randolph.
Meanwhile, Clarke went to San Diego and hit .189/.255/.200 in 99 plate appearances. He was released at the end of the season and retired. He was a frequent attendee at Yankee Old Timers' Games, and promoted baseball in the U.S. Virgin Islands. He died at age 81 on August 5, 2020, from complications due to Alzheimer's disease.
The Clarke Side

• Horace's nickname was "Hoss". Yankee play-by-play man Bill White loved to draw out the "s" sound.
  
• Clarke had a reputation of being timid on double plays -- the team's pitchers thought he was apt to hold onto the ball and hop aside rather than try to get off a throw if it meant getting barreled over by the runner. (And in those days, runners came in hard -- just ask Willie Randolph!) Yankee pitchers complained to the press about it, and fans started watching for such plays. Any time the 175-pound Clarke didn't complete a double play, the boo birds came out. To be fair, despite his reputation as being afraid of contact, Clarke led the league in double plays turned as a second baseman in 1969 and again in 1971, and finished in the top five every year he was a regular.
  
• Clarke was the last Yankee to live within walking distance of Yankee Stadium, at the Grand Concourse Hotel. His commute to work was a three-block walk... which could be a problem sometimes. Sportswriter Dick Young reported Clarke had an awkward moment when a fan, "this kid, maybe 11 or 12," walked up and asked: "Hey Hoss, how come you can't make the double play?" Clarke replied: "Well, we can't all be stars. I guess I'm just a lousy ballplayer."
  
• Clarke had an unusual batting stance, a throwback to the Deadball Era. He stood with his legs far apart and he choked up high on the bat. Not surprisingly, he had just 27 home runs in 5,243 career plate appearances... but apparently all of them were of the over-the-fence variety.
  
• The first of those 27 home runs was a grand slam! It was off Floyd Weaver of the Cleveland Indians on September 21, 1965. The two-out grand slam in the 4th inning helped power the Yankees to a 9-4 win.
  
• And Clarke's second career home run? Another grand slam! It came on July 16, 1966. Clarke came up with the bases loaded and one out in the top of the 10th of a 5-5 game. Clarke crushed Jack Aker's offering to deep right to clear the bases and give the Yankees a 9-5 lead; Pedro Ramos pitched a perfect 9th to preserve the victory. Whitey Ford, who had entered the game in the 9th inning in relief, got the win. Clarke's first and second home runs were the only grand slams of his career!
  
• Aker was later Clarke's teammate with the Yankees from 1969 to 1972, and the sinkerballing reliever was one of the pitchers who criticized Horace about bailing out on double plays.
  
• Long before John Olerud made it cool, Horace sometimes wore a batting helmet while playing the field. He never explained why; some speculated it was because he'd once been hit in the head by a thrown ball.
  
• Clarke said he grew up listening to Yankee games on the radio, and Phil Rizzuto -- a similarly undersized infielder -- was his favorite player. Horace was 11 years old when the Scooter won the A.L. MVP in 1950.
  
• Mickey Mantle, his knees shot, moved to first base for the final two years of his career. Clarke, the regular second baseman both of those seasons, said that Mantle told him to get every ball he could. Horace led the league in range factor as a second baseman both of those seasons.
  
• The Sporting News reported on March 14, 1970, that Clarke had a "novel twist" during salary negotiations for the upcoming 1970 season. He told the Yankees he'd take less money in salary if they helped him secure a $1 million loan for a construction project in the Virgin Islands. Sportswriter Dick Young speculated: "It's a very simple gimmick. First you get the Yankees to lend you $1 million for an investment. You bank it at seven percent. That brings in $70,000 a year. Then you negotiate your contract with the independent feeling that you don't have to play baseball for a living." Clarke and the Yankees eventually agreed on a more conventional contract at $32,000 -- and no loan.
  
• Check out Horace Clarke's leadoff single on Opening Day in 1970, called by Phil Rizzuto! #23 playing first base for the Yankees is not Don Mattingly, but previously forgotten Yankee John Ellis.
  
• Clarke set the major league career record -- since tied by Joe Mauer -- of most no-hitters broken up in the 9th inning. Both players did it three times in their career... but Clarke did it three times in the same season! He had 9th inning singles to break up no-no's by Kansas City's Jim Rooker on June 4, 1970, Boston's Sonny Siebert on June 19, 1970, and Detroit's Joe Niekro on July 2, 1970. No other hitter has broken up more than two no-hitters in the 9th inning in his career, according to the book Baseball's No-Hit Wonders by Dirk Lammers, but Clarke amazingly did it three times in 24 games spread over 28 days. Mauer's 9th inning heartbreakers came over a six-year stretch.
  
• Clarke went 5-for-6 with an RBI in the second game of a doubleheader on April 19, 1970 -- and had 11 other games where he had four hits. In terms of fantasy scoring, his best day was either May 21, 1969, when he went 4-for-6 with three runs scored and three stolen bases, or July 22, 1971, when he was 4-for-5 with three runs scored and three RBIs.
  
• Clarke was involved in one of the most surreal moments of baseball history on the final day of the 1971 season. The Yankees were playing the Washington Senators -- not the original Senators, who had moved to Minnesota to become the Twins in 1961, but the expansion team founded that same year to replace them. Rangers owner Bob Short, who had bought the team three years earlier, announced he was moving the team to Arlington, Texas, to become the Rangers. (Coincidentally, in 1957, Short had bought the Minneapolis Lakers and, three years later, moved them to Los Angeles.) The final home game of the Senators at RFK Stadium in Washington, D.C., was on September 30, 1971 against the Yankees. The game was tied, 5-5, but the soon-to-be Rangers scored a pair in the bottom of the 8th to take a 7-5 lead. In the top of the 9th, Felipe Alou and Bobby Murcer grounded out to bring up Horace Clarke. Before he could get to the plate, however, a fan ran onto the field and pulled up first base, prompting hundreds more fans to run onto the field in search of their own souvenirs. Clarke and the Senators ran off the field and the umpires called it a forfeit in favor of the Yankees.
  
• Horace wore #20 all 10 seasons he was with the Yankees. It was never a particularly popular number before him, as the only player who wore it more than a few seasons was Tiny Bonham (1940-1946). Bucky Dent wore #20 from 1977 to 1982, and previously forgotten Yankee Bobby Meacham from 1983 to 1988. Another previously forgotten Yankee, Mike Stanley, wore it from 1992 to 1995, then Jorge Posada had it until Stanley returned in 1997 and reclaimed it. After Stanley left the Yankees, he asked Posada to take it back, saying that number should belong to a catcher. And now it always will, as it was retired for Posada in 2015.
  
• His obituary in The New York Times noted that among major leaguers from the Virgin Islands -- "a relatively small roster" -- Clarke still holds the records for games played, hits, runs, RBIs, and stolen bases.
  
• After he retired, Clarke helped promote youth baseball in the U.S. Virgin Islands. One of the players he mentored was Jerry Browne, who played 10 years in the majors between 1986 and 1995 with the Rangers, Indians, A's, and Marlins. In his SABR biography, Browne credits Clarke with teaching him baseball fundamentals.
  
• According to the book Where Have All Our Yankees Gone? by Brian Jensen, Clarke played a uniquely Caribbean instrument called "the vibes." "The vibes is like a xylophone, marimba-related type sound. It's a keyboard-type related instrument." Clarke said he played the instrument during his Yankee days, but -- unlike Bernie Williams, who frequently strummed on his guitar in the clubhouse -- only during the off-season. "When I was with the Yankees, ya know, the instrument that I had, the vibes, I was doing it, ya know, but never in the clubhouse, though. Once you are in the clubhouse, it is all work, ya know. That was never so much allowed. I had the instrument all the years that I was a Yankee but I was involved with baseball. That was my full time and I didn't have full time to play music but, ya know, in the off-season I would have a vibe and try to learn a song by hearing from a tape or a record and that's what it was." After retiring, Clarke played the instrument with a local band called Out of Nowhere.
  
• Of the 15 major leaguers to have been born in the U.S. Virgin Islands, the only other Yankee was Elrod Hendricks, a backup catcher for the Bombers from 1976 to 1977. Jabari Blash, born in St. Thomas, gets an honorable mention for the three months he spent as a Yankee during the 2017-2018 off-season. Blash was acquired from the Padres for Chase Headley on December 12, then traded to the Angels for a PTBNL or cash considerations. I guess we got the cash, because apparently no player was ever named.
  
• There's a Horace Clarke High School in Jamaica, but it's not named after the Yankee. It's named after the Horace Clarke who was a member of parliament in Jamaica from 1972 to 2002.
  
• Also not him: Horace Clarke, a teenager shot and seriously wounded by a Blackfeet Indian named Owl Child on August 17, 1869. Clarke's father, Malcolm, was killed in the same attack, which was purportedly revenge for Malcolm Clarke having attacked him two years earlier... which Malcolm claimed he'd done because Owl Child had stolen horses from him... which Owl Child said he'd done in revenge for yet an earlier dispute. The pursuit of Owl Child resulted in a massacre of at least 170 people, mostly elderly men, women, and children. As for Owl Child, he escaped to Canada and was never seen again.
  

"I remember the first game I played in Yankee Stadium in 1965. There were more than 40,000 people in the stands. I had just come from my country where there are 30,000 people in the entire country. That was some adjustment." -- Horace Clarke

Overall, Horace Clarke hit .257/.309/.315 in 5,144 plate appearances as a Yankee. His numbers aren't quite as bad as they appear, as he played during one of the lowest offense eras since deadball... an 84 OPS+. That ranks him ahead of fondly-remembered Yankees like Shelley Duncan (81 OPS+), Rick Cerone (80 OPS+), Miguel Cairo (80 OPS+), Bucky Dent (72 OPS+), and... Bobby Richardson (77 OPS+). And while many complained about his defense, his defensive metrics -- such as we have for his era -- indicate he was at least an average defender. He led the league in range factor three times, in fielding percentage once, in assists six times, and in double plays twice.
People tend to think about Clarke -- if they think about him at all -- as either a terrible player, representative of the teams he played on, or a good player who was wasted on bad teams. The truth is somewhere in the middle. As sportswriter Maury Allen said, he was "an average big-leaguer on below-average Yankee teams."
And in fact, Clarke's 16.0 career bWAR as a Yankee is twice as much value as the player he replaced, Bobby Richardson (8.0 bWAR). But Richardson was a fan favorite, while Clarke was scorned. But of course... Richardson won three rings. And Yankee fans love a winner!

"New York is New York. You don’t win, you’re going to hear about it. I was in the middle." -- Horace Clarke

Had Clarke come along a few years earlier and been part of the early 1960s dynasty, he might be remembered fondly as a scrappy infielder, a Tony Kubek or a Bucky Dent or a Scott Brosius -- a good but not great player who had some memorable moments.
Instead, Horace Clarke defines an era of futility.

My wife has a 2016 Nissan Frontier, 4.0 liter and it has been having interment starting issues. The trucks turns over a bunch of times before actually starting. There have been a few times where it doesn't start at all on the first attempt. The thing is that it will start no problem when you try again. Or if it does start eventually, you can turn it off and it'll start right up. Another thing is that it only seems to happen after driving a decent amount (20+ miles) and letting it sit for a couple hours.
It starts up just fine in the mornings so it seems like if you let it sit long enough it's fine. It starts up just fine immediately after turning off, so letting it sit for a little while seems to be fine too. There seems to be a sweet spot of letting it sit for a few hours that it acts up. Time of day/temp doesn't seem to matter either.
After changing the spark plugs (OE spark plugs) and confirming the coils looked good with no luck, I took it into the shop before dropping the fuel tank to change the fuel pump just to confirm. They said fuel pressure is fine and recommended changing the 2 cam sensors and crank sensor so I did that (OE sensors kind of, more info on that down below) and the issue is still persisting. I took it to the dealer next and they also said it isn't a fuel issue and wanted to clean the plates for the sensors that were replaced. The issue is still there.
The dealer did say they were having issues replicating the problem - I am thinking maybe they couldn't drive it as much as was needed to see it but I'm not sure. The service advisor said it acted up on the technician once but that was it. At this point, I am wondering if it could be a fuel issue and the shops just aren't seeing it because it's intermittent or what, and I'm not exactly sure where to go next from here.
All parts were purchased from the dealer, but I should note the cam sensors and crank sensor were different from what was in there originally. The original ones look this this while the newer ones look like this. I confirmed with the dealer that this was OK and these new sensors were correct.
I would prefer not to drop the tank and change the fuel pump if I don't have to but seeing as how not even the dealer could figure out the issue I might do just that. I'm already at around $1.4k on parts and diagnostics for this and am not really any closer to fixing it so if anyone has any advice that would be very much appreciated!
This is a 2016 Nissan Frontier SV, 6 cylinder 4.0L, 2WD, roughly 130-135k miles

My wife has a 2016 Nissan Frontier, 4.0 liter and it has been having interment starting issues. The trucks turns over a bunch of times before actually starting. There have been a few times where it doesn't start at all on the first attempt. The thing is that it will start no problem when you try again. Or if it does start eventually, you can turn it off and it'll start right up. Another thing is that it only seems to happen after driving a decent amount (20+ miles) and letting it sit for a couple hours.
It starts up just fine in the mornings so it seems like if you let it sit long enough it's fine. It starts up just fine immediately after turning off, so letting it sit for a little while seems to be fine too. There seems to be a sweet spot of letting it sit for a few hours that it acts up. Time of day/temp doesn't seem to matter either.
After changing the spark plugs (OE spark plugs) and confirming the coils looked good with no luck, I took it into the shop before dropping the fuel tank to change the fuel pump just to confirm. They said fuel pressure is fine and recommended changing the 2 cam sensors and crank sensor so I did that (OE sensors kind of, more info on that down below) and the issue is still persisting. I took it to the dealer next and they also said it isn't a fuel issue and wanted to clean the plates for the sensors that were replaced. The issue is still there.
The dealer did say they were having issues replicating the problem - I am thinking maybe they couldn't drive it as much as was needed to see it but I'm not sure. The service advisor said it acted up on the technician once but that was it. At this point, I am wondering if it could be a fuel issue and the shops just aren't seeing it because it's intermittent or what because I'm not exactly sure where to go next from here.
All parts were purchased from the dealer, but I should note the cam sensors and crank sensor were different from what was in there originally. The original ones look this this while the newer ones look like this. I confirmed with the dealer that this was OK and these new sensors were correct.
I would prefer not to drop the tank and change the fuel pump if I don't have to but seeing as how not even the dealer could figure out the issue I might do just that. I'm already at around $1.4k on parts and diagnostics for this and am not really any closer to fixing it so if anyone has any advice that would be very much appreciated!
Edit: it is a 2016 Nissan Frontier SV, 6 cylinder 4.0L, 2WD, roughly 130-135k miles

Gus the donkey.
Adventurers often obtain donkeys to carry extra gear or loot. Strong and sturdy, these beasts of burden are also remarkably efficient, able to forage almost anywhere, and needing only straw or hay and a little grass now and then when on the farm or in town. These un-sung heroes need a little love. Here's a d100 list of Donkey Details (I suppose you could use most of these for mules, too):

1. Laughing Donkey. This donkey's hee-haw sounds remarkably similar to human laughter. Makes this particular sound only when PC's do something stupid or risky.
2. Scared of open fire -- torches, campfire, etc; runs away. Can tolerate lanterns (but kinda iffy).
3. Practical Joker Donkey. Takes one step to the side when anyone tries to load anything onto it and the loader is not looking.
4. Union Donkey. If ever loaded over 3/4 normal carrying capacity, goes on strike, will only walk in circles until it gets a long rest.
5. Back-Peddling Donkey. When spooked, always tries to back up 60 feet, no matter what's back there.
6. Depressed. Need to talk to it and pet it for 10 minutes after each long rest (and on cloudy days) to get it moving.
7. Battle Donkey. This one loves battle and always charges straight toward any battle noises it hears. No holding it back. Ooh-rah!
8. Passenger Donkey. Happy to carry riders (bareback, without a saddle), but doesn't want anything tied / cinched around it (will try to scrape items off against a tree, wall, the ground, etc.).
9. Allergies. Donkey has allergies in spring and fall. Sneezing fit 2-in-6 chance each hour. Drops stuff.
10. Lie-Detector Donkey. This donkey can sense when a humanoid is lying. Likely via some sort of pheromone cue (?). Farts if a lie is told within 10 feet of it.
11. Marathon Donkey. This donkey has incredible endurance and can travel twice as far between long rests.
12. Will carry sacks, corpses, or other floppy things, but not wooden boxes or other things with sharp edges.
13. Scared of crowds. Simply WILL NOT enter a village / town / city.
14. Has tapeworms, must feed twice the normal rations until diagnosed and healed. Poop can give tapeworms to any humanoid. Heads up.
15. Streetwise Donkey. Grew up in a city, pulling a delivery cart. Knows all the streets of the city, how to get anywhere. You tell it where you want to go, it will slowly, at a plodding pace, lead you there. It can't talk or understand any commands other than place names in that one city.
16. Vagabond Donkey. This donkey will occasionally wander away from the group and stay gone a few days, but then it always returns. Where does it go? Why? No one knows.
17. Mother-bucker. Will attempt to buck any female humanoid who attempts to ride.
18. Nauseated, 2-in-6 chance of throwing up in a big way every 10 minutes for a day
19. Scared of its own shadow. On sunny days, freaks out every now and then.
20. Large Donkey. This donkey is a freak of nature and is twice the normal size. It can carry four times the normal load and requires four times the normal feed/rations. It won't fit in most stable stalls, through most doorways, etc. Commoner strangers are usually freaked out by it; they are often intimidated by it (2-in-6 chance), or try to kill it (1-in-6 chance) because they think it is a bad omen, enchanted, cursed, undead, etc.
21. Stealthy Donkey. This donkey walks in a way that is completely silent, even on cobblestones, and shifts its weight as needed to eliminate the sounds of any clanking gear it carries. Instinctively hides itself behind/inside/undearound any available cover, at all. You turn around, there it suddenly is, looking at you in the eye. Can freak a dude out.
22. Loves butterflies. Chases every one it sees.
23. Counting Donkey. Point at a group of objects and say "Count." Donkey will tap its front right hoof a number of times equal to the number of objects in the group. Counts about one item per second. Can't spell worth a damn, though.
24. Aqua-donkey. This donkey loves playing in streams/rivers/ponds/rivers. Runs to them. Likes to splash everyone else. Thinks it's funny.
25. Catches a parasite disease and will die in 3 days unless healed
26. Chip-On-Shoulder Donkey. If there are other donkeys / horses around, hates them, always picking a fight.
27. Blessed Donkey. This donkey enters the scene carrying a religious messiah, or so they say.
28. Talking Donkey. Amazing! But, a bit finicky, only talks 1-in-4 times you ask it to, and at other random times as DM deems appropriate. Also, only knows a few words/phrases: yep, nope, hungry, tired, idiot, run away.
29. Hates the heat. Half movement and half carrying capacity on hot days > 80F. Needs double water rations.
30. Ate some weird mushrooms along the way. Temporarily blind for 1d4 days
31. Hates elves, they're too self-absorbed and snooty, always making you walk through trackless forests, getting you stuck in the underbrush.
32. Prudent Donkey. Has 1-in-6 chance of perceiving a trap within 30 feet. Will look at the trigger mechanism, hee-haw loudly, and not take a step toward it. No matter what.
33. Mystical Donkey. Has some kind of weird ancestral donkey mind-meld with a caster in the group, constantly complaining (mentally) that "this s**t is too heavy, dude," "can't you give a donkey a break?," "how about carrying some of this s**t yourself, tough guy," etc. You can't concentrate.
34. Lucky Donkey. When within 10 feet of this donkey, you can re-roll one roll per day.
35. Somehow, loves smelly green ogres who sing. Tries to run off with any such ogres encountered.
36. Hates humans, they make you work too hard, usually in larger towns or cities where the cobblestones hurt your feet.
37. Needs a bath, smells very bad. Indescribable, really. No surprising any foe while this donkey is around until it gets a bath.
38. Shy Donkey. Always tries to move behind you when you encounter anyone new.
39. Keen smell. Can smell most enemies within 100 feet and will hee-haw loudly to warn you. False alarm 1-in-4.
40. Sprint Donkey. This donkey can run at twice the normal movement rate, but only for one minute between long rests.
41. Drunk Donkey. Will only work when slightly inebriated. Must feed it a wee flask of ale, wine or whisky to get any work out of it.
42. Has one very short leg. Walks unevenly. Kinda funny, but only 1/2 normal movement rate.
43. Beautiful Donkey. This donkey is a very fine specimen of a donkey. Highly desired by donkey ranchers to breed other donkeys. Sells for double the normal price. Bit of a prima donna. Must be fed one apple or pear per day, or refuses to work. Resents you.
44. Hates the cold. Half movement and half carrying capacity on hot days < 50F. Needs double saddle blankets.
45. Sneaky. When you're not looking, has 1-in-2 chance each day of pick-pocketing something off the back of a random PC. Might drop it, might eat it, might fling it to the side of the road, might just hold it in it's mouth. Hard to say with donkeys.
46. Scared of snakes. Snake within 30' causes total donkey freak out.
47. Always tries to eat/gnaw whatever it is carrying (especially food) whenever you're not looking, ruins stuff.
48. Freaked out by undead. If it sees undead, or smells them (can smell 60' away), RUNS in the opposite direction.
49. Narcoleptic Donkey. Falls asleep, often.
50. Critic Donkey. When others aren't looking, looks at you and rolls its eyes. You swear.
51. Foraging Donkey. Grew up in the wild. If there is any vegetation around, at all, it can find it, find enough edible material for a meal, and feed itself, no rations required.
52. Shoe-Throwing Donkey. One-in-four chance of losing a horse shoe each day, won't walk until found or replaced.
53. Small Donkey. Can only carry half normal carrying capacity. But has a scrappy attitude and is NOT SCARED OF ANYTHING (immune to fear and intimidation).
54. Repressed anger. Tries to bite (for real) anyone within 5' who is not its owner (considers only one person its owner).
55. Back-Row Donkey. If there are multiple four-legged animals in the group, this one must be the last, in the back, or it won't go/work at all.
56. Vertigo Donkey. Always dizzy, walks in circles unless carefully guided constantly by hand.
57. Hates carts, wagons, etc. Will not pull a cart or other wheeled vehicle.
58. Wallowing Donkey. Enjoys a good roll in a mudhole/puddle. Every mudhole/puddle.
59. Deaf. You bought/raised a deaf donkey. Should have checked. Anyway, can't hear any commands. Won't respond to visual commands. Must touch the donkey to give it a command.
60. Musical Donkey. Gets indigestion often, becomes VERY flatulent.
61. Flying Donkey. This donkey has been magically enchanted to fly, only once in its life, for one minute. The wranglemaster must speak the command word: "Esel-burro"
62. Addle-Headed Donkey. Once per day, has a 1-in-4 chance of running in a random direction for 1 minute.
63. Hates the rain. Won't work in the rain. *OR* Hates the wind. Won't work in the wind.
64. Say-My-Name Donkey. You must call it by name to get it to do anything. It answers with a loud bray each time.
65. Hates dwarves, always making you work underground in the mines, and their beards are (somehow) scary.
66. Often gets a leg cramp, limping for 10 minutes, 1/4 movement rate.
67. Smoking habit. Will work only if you let it smoke lit cigarette or pipe while on duty.
68. Smart and independent. Anticipates and does exactly what you want 5-in-6 of the time, but disagrees and argues 1-in-6 of the time.
69. Lover Donkey. Wants to make baby donkeys, runs after opposite gender donkey (or horse) every time it gets the chance.
70. Has a drinking problem. Will always rush toward any water source to take a drink.
71. Is a hot head, always immediately charges and attacks any foe encountered. No holding him back.
72. Pregnant Donkey. This donkey is about to have a baby. 2-in-6 chance each day until baby is born.
73. Loves flowers. To eat. Will only do any work if given one bouquet to eat per day.
74. Pious. Has 1-in-6 chance each hour of stopping for 10 minutes, kneeling on front two legs, and praying to the donkey god "No Cargo Bob"
75. Death Wish Donkey. Is reckless, doesn't look where it's going, always running into things, chance of falling off cliffs, etc.
76. Dead pan smile. At the most dangerous / awkward moments, turns to a party member and gives the most ridiculous, hilarious donkey smile you have every seen. PC must make DC 10 Const saving throw or bust out laughing for 30 seconds.
77. Nervous Tick Donkey. This donkey kicks its left leg backwards randomly, every now and then. If anything/anyone is standing behind this donkey, there is a 1-in-6 chance that it kicks.
78. Cargo Donkey. Happy to carry items/supplies tied or cinched around it, but won't carry humanoid riders (bucks them off).
79. Homesick, always tries to run away and go back home (or to the place where you bought / found / raised him) every chance he gets
80. Perceptive Donkey. Has 1-in-6 chance of perceiving a secret door within 30 feet. Will walk up to it and put its nose on it.
81. Scared of water, won't cross a creek/rivepond/lake, etc. Definitely not getting on a boat.
82. Front-Row Donkey. If there are multiple four-legged animals in the group, this one must be the leader, in front, or it won't go/work at all.
83. Pacifist Donkey. Refuses to carry any weapons or ammo.
84. Glowing Donkey. This donkey glows faintly in the dark. Very dim light. No one knows why.
85. War Veteran Donkey. Missing one leg at the knee (maybe has peg leg). Opposite ear slashed off. Wears an eyepatch. Lots of scars. Can only carry half normal weight, but its kick does +2 damage.
86. Vagabond Donkey. This donkey will occasionally wander away from the group and stay gone a few days, but then it always returns. Where does it go? Why? No one knows.
87. Alert Donkey. This donkey has a 1-in-6 chance, on its own, independent of PC checks, of noticing an impending ambush. It will hee-haw loudly if an ambush is about to occur.
88. Ate some bad food / weeds, now has diarrhea, big diarrhea, 1-in-4 chance every hour for a day.
89. Expressive Donkey. Often has ideas and wants to share, "hee-haws" very loudly for 30 seconds. Sometimes indicates something important, sometimes not.
90. Large Donkey. This donkey is a freak of nature and is twice the normal size. It can carry four times the normal load and requires four times the normal feed/rations. It won't fit in most stable stalls, through most doorways, etc. Commoner strangers are usually freaked out by it; they are often intimidated by it (2-in-6 chance), or try to kill it (1-in-6 chance) because they think it is a bad omen, enchanted, cursed, undead, etc.
91. Hates halflings, their barn doors are too low and their generally cheery attitude is annoying.
92. Super-donkey. Can carry three times normal carrying capacity, but for only one-third the normal time between long rests.
93. Easily distracted by various things along the road ("Squirrel!"), constantly stopping to sniff / check out something.
94. Really thirsty today, requires twice the normal water ration for one day. Pees a lot. (I mean a lot.)
95. Wrong-way Donkey. Will only walk backwards. Half movement rate.
96. Ugly Donkey. This donkey is bow-legged, has a saggy back, missing teeth, ugly hair, warts, boils, is missing large patches of hair due to mange, somehow is always dirty, has flies, ticks, lice, etc. Nose usually runny. Eyes too. BUT, this donkey can Misty Step.
97. Shell-shocked Donkey. Scared of battle noises. Runs away from battle noises. Like, a quarter-mile away.
98. Hates strangers. When within 15 feet of an unknown/new humanoid, hee-haws loudly for 5 minutes. So embarrassing.
99. Picky eater, only eats store-bought straw/hay/whatever. Won't forage along the road/trail.
100. Loyal Donkey. Will not leave its humanoid wranglemaster unprotected. Will defend wranglemaster to the end. Will take an arrow or battle ax blow to defend wranglemaster. There to the end, no matter what.

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Brief synopsis of previous smartphones. DN why odd numbered work so well.
1-Apple iphone 2? ca 2008. what a great phone. Everything worked.
2-iphone 3?. trash proximity sensor constantly activated. No clue why we rid ourselves of iphone 2?
3-HTC One M7/8. Another great phone. Human error, left on back of car after busy weekend, found destroyed. I really screwed up here because…
4-Galaxy S5. Utterly hated this phone. Bought hype, replaceable battery. Terrible.
5-Nokia 6.1. Trash all you like, this was an EXCELLENT phone. $180. It just worked. I can’t tell you how disappointed I am Nokia basically gave up. Had to replace due to 3g only.
6-Pixel 5A. Died after 2.5 years. Pixel 5A’s are the worst in the lineup. Thought I’d found my next android 1/android clean device.
Temp 7: Samsung A25 used BB: I know now why it was returned.
I am in 10 days of cell phone hell currently. Plugged sim into son’s moto e. Wasted a lot of time.
The POS works. I know there’s a lot of trash in the background I could ADB out. I can live with it for a couple of weeks...(google 5a, replace w 6a, 5-10 biz days, need photos off 5a).
But I am starting to go to the dark side of motorola phones. Son hated it, wife still uses same phone. I have higher expectations, I think they’re overpriced for what they give, but the problem to these arguments-
They work. Motos just work. Bloatware. Yes. Overpriced for offered. Yes.
Work. Yes.
It has been HIGHLY disappointing my 5A trashed in 2.5 years. My Nokia 6.1...don’t get me started on that phone nor Nokia.

This is a late-game PvT thing. The PvT analog to void-ray-hunts-overlords and supply waterboarding. At a glance, five tempests:

• 1-shot supply depots
• (and vikings, turrets, bunkers, siege tanks, liberators, ghosts)

A critical figure is that with +2, 4 tempests can 1-shot vikings (144 base damage), making them capable of kiting vikings and provoking rotations with just 20 supply per control group. This gives you something that is otherwise really difficult to achieve with Protoss, supply-efficient, relatively easy to control, split-army multi-prong harassment. Combined with the high vision (12), they are great when deployed with the simple mission to exclusively attack depots and targets of opportunity.
Key figures:

• 3 Tempests with tectonic one-shot a sensor tower (+40 overkill)
• 3 Tempests with tectonic and +1 one-shot turrets (+2 overkill)
• 4 Tempests with +2 one-shot a tank (+13 overkill)
• 4 Tempests with +2 one-shot vikings (+9 overkill)
• 5 Tempests with tectonic one-shot depots and bunkers (0 overkill)
• 5 Tempests with +1 one-shot a medivac (+10 overkill)
• 5 Tempests with +2 one-shot a liberator (0 overkill)

To skip every other detail, build cannons, get disruptor storm, and focus on controlling a stalker ball and tempests out on the map while a-moving zealots to locations that you are turning your attention away from. Mothership rotation and bringing a prism to reinforce against soft-spots pays off.
While the Tempest DPS is abysmal, the ease of employing against soft targets (depots) and their bonus with tectonic, up to 39 DPS, Tempests are roughly giving you as much as fully upgraded carriers per cost and supply. Immortals are high-output, but how much time do to they spend chewing on structures? Time on target matters. Each depot kill costs about 130 minerals considering the SCV time, so you can shut down about one base worth of eco with five tempests. Everything more expensive like sensor towers or vikings just increases this burn rate. While you mine their depots and expand your bases, they just mine out. As a frequent added bonus, they will discover that they are supply blocked and build yet more exposed depots, things that are not coming to kill you. For some reason the reflex is to build them in places that are increasingly easier and easier to kill.
Tempests absolutely suck if you include them in a fight. Their supply and cost is almost never helping you, no matter how much gateway you would have to warp in to hold without your tempests. In terms of HP, probes are almost as cost-efficient as Tempests. Never ball them in. It's a complete waste. You will add two zealots of HP to your defense and wind up way behind on trades while taking forever to replace them. If a tempest is in your main control group or doing anything but kiting them away from your defense, you might as well send resources to your opponent. Before you fight with your tempests on top of your own position, it is faster and more effective to gg.
A reliable answer would be to go punch you in the face since Tempests can't fight. Against the slow push with tanks, if you fight orthogonally then bio balls will be stimming away from your base rather than toward it, and the slow push will almost never get to your base because you're killing all the tanks and medivacs while running toward their base or empty space. Along with a prism and stalkers, you can keep this kite going for unreal amounts of time. Kite the tempests towards terrain while kiting the stalkers towards an escape path. By splitting up your kite, you can kite them two different directions and get more shots off. By the time they get home, you have like 20 more cannons and 8 templars with energy while they have no tanks left.
Finally, because Tempests are good at neutralizing siege units, using gateways as part of your static defense HP will be extremely cost efficient. It also helps you increase the brain melting load because if you get a prism somewhere it shouldn't be, you have twice as many suddenly zealots. Disruptor storm is extremely effective when holding the line with static. Gateways make force fields and stasis wards a lot more effecitve by making artificial chokes.
Zerg has corruptors, vipers, neural etc and Protoss has phoenixes and blink, so you just can't get away with this nonsense. The worst thing Terran will do is try to chase you with marines, cyclones, and those units kind of suck when running in haphazardly ahead of siege units and ghosts. For thors you out-rotate for a while and then build a billion zealots. For BC's, you use a mothership or forward nexus rotation to get into kite position while tactical is off cooldown.

So - my wife's X5 threw the cel, but she keeps driving, doesn't mention it for a while. Finally she says something. She tells me it comes on goes off, comes on, goes off over and over for a few months, then comes on and stays on. I purchase a BT OBD2 and bimmer link and start chasing codes. The car runs sort of ok. Back fires and hesitation at initial acceleration. I find both air filter boots cracked and just hanging on at the turbo inlet, so I replace them. It runs better for a few days. But still check engine light. The codes are mixture rich on bank 2 and misfire cylinders 7and 8. I change plugs and coil packs on 7 and 8. The misfire codes go away by mixture rich stays. I chase a ton of different codes for weeks. I got lambda sensor swapped before catalytic converters code. These come would come and go. It would misfire on 4 or 5 cylinders at a time. I could clean all spark plugs and clean MAF sensors and it would run GREATc for a few days then deteriorate to misfires on 4 or 5 cylinders.
I took it to a guy who had it a week. Says he was stumped and suggested another place. I took it there -barely - on the way there I was getting Misfire on a bunch of cylinders. The lambda codes came back. And the mixture rich on bank 2 is persistent. This place called after 3 hours and says it's running better. I ask what the did. They tried to swap the oxygen sensor due to the lambda codes. It turned into a permanent error, so... They reset the adaptations and all errors went away and it drove great. I paid $300 and picked the car up. By the time I got home, the idle was starting to deteriorate. After 1.5 weeks, it's starting to backfire and hesitation at acceleration. And now the CEL light is back on. I haven't checked codes yet. But I'm sure it's mixture rich bank 2.
Things i have replaced: both air filters and boots that go to turbos. MAF sensor on bank 2 and high pressure fuel pump on bank 2. I've looked at plugs half a dozen times. They do not seem to be "wet". How can I definitively check injectors? What are other ideas of what to look for?
The garage told me they expected it to happen again and suggested I change all coil packs and plugs and I am going to, but... I just changed these 20,000 miles ago
Long post. I know. Hard to put it all down as it happened
Any help would be appreciated.

What will you be doing with this PC? Be as specific as possible, and include specific games or programs you will be using.
General purpose PC stuff - primarily watching YouTube, playing games like Cities Skylines 2, Manor Lords, Fallout NV - nothing crazy taxing, not playing 4k as my monitors are 1080p.Would like Cities Skylines 2 to run better, but I'm guessing that's how everyone is feeling about that game these days.
What is your maximum budget before rebates/shipping/taxes?
Probably could be convinced to spend €1000, but preferably closer to €500.
When do you plan on building/buying the PC? Note: beyond a week or two from today means any build you receive will be out of date when you want to buy.
Probably in the next month or two
What, exactly, do you need included in the budget? (ToweOS/monitokeyboard/mouse/etc)
Most likely upgrades will be CPU, motherboard, memory, and case.
Which country (and state/province) will you be purchasing the parts in? If you're in US, do you have access to a Microcenter location?
Ireland so can use Amazon from various European locations
If reusing any parts (including monitor(s)/keyboard/mouse/etc), what parts will you be reusing? Brands and models are appreciated.
Here's my current build. I built a machine back in 2015 with the following, but with an NZXT H440 case and an R9 390. The H440 case got swapped into a Plex server because of it's drive bays and I got this vary old very large Phantom case instead. But it's probably too big and it's missing all it's drive bay components - so maybe an mATX would suit my new build better. I could be convinced to replace the PSU if people think mine is too old. I'm good for peripherals, OS etc. I used to contribute a lot to this sub back in 2016 but I'm so long out of building PCs I've no idea whether I should go with amd or Intel, or what's worth the money nowadays.
PCPartPicker Part List

Type	Item	Price
CPU	Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5 GHz Quad-Core Processor	$53.00 @ Amazon
CPU Cooler	Cooler Master Hyper 212 Black Edition 42 CFM CPU Cooler	$29.99 @ Amazon
Motherboard	MSI H97 PC MATE ATX LGA1150 Motherboard	-
Memory	G.Skill Ripjaws X 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR3-1600 CL10 Memory	$36.99 @ Newegg
Storage	Kingston A400 240 GB 2.5" Solid State Drive	$27.99 @ Amazon
Storage	Western Digital Blue 2 TB 3.5" 7200 RPM Internal Hard Drive	$64.98 @ Amazon
Video Card	Asus TUF Gaming EVO OC GeForce GTX 1660 Ti 6 GB Video Card	$359.99 @ Amazon
Case	NZXT Phantom 630 ATX Full Tower Case	-
Power Supply	Corsair CX (2023) 550 W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply	$59.99 @ Amazon
	Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts
	Total	$632.93
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Will you be overclocking? If yes, are you interested in overclocking right away, or down the line? CPU and/or GPU?
Probably eventually if I can squeeze more juice out of a CPU for Cities Skylines 2 if that's something I need
Are there any specific features or items you want/need in the build? (ex: SSD, large amount of storage or a RAID setup, CUDA or OpenCL support, etc)
Not really, just want a snappier machine than I'm currently running and want a better processor for the games I'm running.
What type of network connectivity do you need? (Wired and/or WiFi) If WiFi is needed and you would like to find the fastest match for your wireless router, please list any specifics.
It'll be wired but if WiFi isn't too much more expensive on the board sure whatever. But I can live without it. I've good connectivity all over the house both wired and wireless.
Do you have any specific case preferences (Size like ITX/microATX/mid-towefull-tower, styles, colors, window or not, LED lighting, etc), or a particular color theme preference for the components?
I've always in the past enjoyed ATX but this time might go for mATX. My ATX Plex server will be sitting in the same room anyway and eventually I'll be adding some external storage for that.
Do you need a copy of Windows included in the budget? If you do need one included, do you have a preference?
Replace this text with answer.
Is my GPU sufficient for a few more years? I don't really do any AAA gaming or have the need for crazy fps, 4k, eetc.But if anyone has any input on this point go for it. I may go ahead after this upgrade and make a handmedown general purpose PC out of the removed parts for my wife. She has a laptop but has always been jealous of my battle station - even just for general browsing she likes the idea. So I may end up just Frankensteining a third machine into the mix once I upgrade.
Thanks for your assistance.

Some of you may have seen my previous post where I asked about "loot and scoot" companies. I have taken some time to refine the idea, and am here to make my sales pitch. (NOTE: This is mostly a fluff/ background company, as 90% of its operations occur on the operational/ strategic level of Battletech)
DLSI is a sub-contractor company that specializes in logistical services and deep penetration raiding. Its primary operations involve supplementing supply lines and battlefield reconnaissance.
On the defensive:
DLSI provides unmatched logistical knowledge and management. Our specialists can rapidly organize and dynamically adjust your supply lines to meet changing battle field conditions. Our long range supply/support craft means that resupply is always just a short flight away.
With our cloud of Mayfly helicopters keeping tabs on the enemy, you will never be caught off guard. With our patented real time battle monitoring system, you will always know where your units are, and which mechwarriors punched out.
Our fleet of VTOLs can set up a forward operating base anywhere they can land (and can have chow hot and ready for your units arrival). Since the majority of systems are within the VTOLs themselves, the whole "base" can just pack up and move away when needed.
On the offensive:
DLSI has created and mastered the art of "Attritional Logistical Warfare". What does this mean? It means: "ha ha, we just popped all your tires and put grit in your fuel tanks". ALW is a system of sabotage that embodies the adage "for want of a nail, the war was lost".
DLSI units take advantage of their extreme range and self-sufficiency to drop deep behind enemy lines. There, commando units will sneak into enemy depots and sabotage any equipment found within. Not with explosives mind you; DLSI uses its extensive logistical knowledge to break equipment in ways that are hard to detect until it is too late. Blowing up a fuel tank may deny the enemy that fuel, but putting 5kg of grit in will poison every vehicle fueled by that tank. Soap in the oil tank, bb's in air valves, clear-coat paint on heat sinks, are all just a few ways DLSI makes themselves a nuisance.
The most devastating parts of our commando's arsenal are cans of expanding foam. We put that stuff everywhere: ammo feeds, missile racks, fuel lines, and more! Find a gap in a mechs armor, and empty a few cans right into the mechanisms, and you too will see why our personnel get punched a lot in bars.
These acts of silent sabotage are designed to slow down enemy operations and use up spare parts. Enemy technicians are often forced to completely strip mechs and vehicles to find everything we did. Just finding one sabotaged vehicle can force them to check every unit in the yard for issues.
Enemies are not safe on the road either. Our Mayfly mine droppers can turn any path into a hazard, often dropping mines both in front of AND BEHIND a convoy in motion. Any damaged units left behind are grabbed by our Hermit Crab mechs and recovery vehicles, forcing the enemy to either split their escorts or risk theft. Many a lone mech limping home with a broken foot pad have been carried off by DLSI forces.
DLSI vehicles:
While DLSI operates a wide range of standard vehicles and mechs, it relies heavily on the vehicles listed below for its operations.
The Mule:
The Mule multi-purpose cargo VTOL is the mainstay of the DLSI fleet. Its six variants (with a cargo base), can fill any logistical role required.
Base Tech Level: Advanced (IS) / Weight: 30 tons / BV: 131 / Cost: 221,375 C-bills (cargo version) / Movement: 8/12 (VTOL) / Range: 3636km / Engine: Fuel Cell / Internal: 18 / Armor: 33 (BAR 7)
Weapon: Small Laser in chin turret / Quirks: Easy to Maintain
Variants:
Mule-M: A mobile MASH unit, this version carries: 2 tons of Paramedic equipment, 2.87 tons of refrigerated cargo, three tons of regular cargo, and a one ton infantry compartment. It has 10 seats for doctors and nurses, with the infantry space for medics and stretcher bearers. (Megamech wouldn't let me just put MASH gear in it)
Mule-C: A mobile command post, used by DLSI to organize its operations. Carries ten seats for officers, 5 tones of communications gear (more technically, Megamech would only let me add it in one ton groups), and 3 tons of cargo (usually more comm gear).
Mule-I: This version is an infantry carrier. It has a four ton infantry compartment, supplemented by a single infantry bay. It also carries one ton of cargo to handle any additional supplies the unit may need.
Mule-K: The most beloved variant, the Mule-K carries not one, but TWO field kitchens. With 1.37tons of refrigerated space plus two tons of cargo, it carries enough food to feed a regiment (maybe, I don't know how much a soldier eats).
Mule-L: The carryall version. With three lifting hooks, this VTOL can carry 45tons worth of equipment anywhere you may need it. Cargo pods, mechs, vehicles, whatever you need (45 tons and under). It also has a one ton infantry compartment to carry "loading specialists" and vehicle crews.
Mule-T: While a normal tanker version of the Mule does exist, this variant is a custom conversion ordered by DLSI itself. It is one of the few secrets DLSI guards jealously. The fuel cell is replaced by a fusion engine, such that the craft can power a two ton electrolysis unit. The loss of two tons of fuel space (8.41 -> 6.41 tons) did hurt, but the ability to make their own fuel on the go has given DLSI a huge edge in deep strike operations. It moves the Hydrogen it carries with two refueling drogues and pulls water with two fluid suction systems.
The Mayfly:
The Mayfly ultra-light reconnaissance helicopter has the amusing distinction of having the 500kg mission module it carries being more expensive than the helo itself. Its 130kg cargo space is used to pick up ejected pilots and carry stretchers. (Fluff only: Two additional stretchers can be open carried on the sides).
Base Tech Level: Standard (IS) / Weight: 2 tons / BV: 14 / Cost: 8,539 C-bills (helo only) / Movement: 12/18 (VTOL) / Range: 1689km / Engine: Fuel Cell / Internal: 5 / Armor: 6 (BAR 2)
Cargo Space (2 door) - 130kg / Quirks: Easy to Maintain
Variants:
Mayfly-C: Carrying a recon camera, this version is used to patrol, locate enemy units, and monitor battles in progress.
Mayfly-S: The camera is swapped for a remote sensor dispenser. This variant flies behind enemy lines and plants sensors to monitor enemy movements.
Mayfly-M: The bane of all truck drivers, the M carries a single mine dispensing unit. Any route that the S and C's find the enemy using, the M will happily leave little surprises for them to find.
What do your guys think? More info/stats to follow... eventually.

My 2004 Buick Lesabre has 240k miles and has been sputtering (sounds like an intermittent miss), and will sometimes briefly start and immediately stall out, only to not be able to start again for many minutes. It does burn oil, 1qt in between oil changes. For various reasons (codes and issues), I've replaced in the last week: the ignition coils, fuel pump, fuel filter, EGR valve (code), and camshaft position sensor (code). I'm about to throw some wires and plugs in it, and will check the plugs for shenanigans later tonight, and might do a compression test. I'm about $200 into this thing (cheap parts and my own labor).
Any ideas? Wouldn't the car throw a misfire code if it was truly misfiring? Could it be an injector? Something else I'm not seeing or understanding?
EDIT: It was the ignition control module. It would get hot, then start to malfunction.

Here are all (*) of the new US and Canadian CCS (Level 3 fast-charging) stations that rolled out in April 2024, according to the Department of Energy. You can get the data yourself here.
These chargers are suitable for most new EVs on the market, except for:

1. Tesla drivers who haven't bought the official CCS adapter yet. Certain older Teslas need additional work done to accept the adapter.
2. Leaf owners like me, owners of the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, and some owners of older cars that also use CHAdeMO. If you drive such a car, see my matching post in leaf.

Some of these chargepoints will be "refreshes," e.g. the provider replaced them with faster chargers etc. Some may be incorrect. This report is only as good as the Alternative Fuels Data Center data.
There were 330 CCS charging stations with a total of 682 chargepoints added or refreshed in April 2024, which is a major uptick in both stations and chargepoints. There were only 166 new CCS charging stations in April 2023, with only 267 chargepoints. Things are trending dramatically upwards.
Some part of this is due to Tesla Magic Dock stations. Previously Tesla didn't report these to the AFDC as CCS, but now they do. And that makes sense because all CCS drivers can use them.
NOTE: most Tesla Superchargers do NOT have magic dock as of this writing (all those shown in this report should have it). I recommend using PlugShare to locate compatible stations for your vehicle.
(*) "What about other Tesla Superchargers? Can't everybody charge with NACS now?"
It's coming for many makes and models, and for newer Ford models as well as a few other manufacturers charging at v3 and v4 Superchargers is already an option with a free adapter from the automakers. GM should release their adapter in the coming weeks. But since they are not open to all CCS vehicles, this report is not the place for them. Tesla's app provides the best guide to their locations, including locations that work with non-Tesla vehicles.
Other Notes
To streamline this post, multi-chargepoint locations are listed with the number of chargepoints first.
For serious trip planning, I recommend PlugShare. But by all means check out these reported new locations and submit reviews on PlugShare, which makes things better for everyone.
If you'd like to know about new chargers along your routes right away, or just prefer not to check this list monthly when new openings are rare in your area, I've set up a free service that provides email notifications as soon as they open. You can sign up at evpov.com. Or not! I don't really have a business plan here, I built it to help EV owners like myself. PlugShare has a similar feature.

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Ross Downing Cadillac 1301 S Morrison Blvd. Hammond, LA 70403 ➡ MA (4) PCCJEEP PL-3-R 556 Yarmouth Rd Barnstable, MA 02601 (1) 400 SUMMER ST 400 SUMMEP1-1 4 W Service Rd Boston, MA 02210 (6) 400 SUMMER ST 400 SUMMERP2-3 400 Summer St Boston, MA 02210 (1) 400 SUMMER ST 400 SUMMEP2-2 410 Summer St Boston, MA 02210 (3) Autel - Charlton Service Plaza Eastbound 80 Massachusetts Turnpike Charlton, MA 01507 (2) CAPE_ASSOCIATES MONOMOY 782 Main Street Chatham, MA 02633 (1) ALDEN BUICK GMC ALDEN LV3 #1 6 Whalers Way Fairhaven, MA 02719 (12) Comfort Inn - Tesla Supercharger 4 Fisher St Foxborough, MA 02035 (4) Autel - Framingham Rest Stop Westbound 114 Massachusetts Tpke Framingham, MA 01701 (2) Autel - Lee Service Plaza Westbound Massachusetts Tpke Lee, MA 01238 (2) Autel - Lee Service Plaza Eastbound Massachusetts Turnpike Lee, MA 01238 (12) Lynnfield Marketplace - Tesla Supercharger 28 Broadway Lynnfield, MA 01940 (2) Autel - Natick Service Plaza Eastbound 117 Massachusetts Turnpike Natick, MA 01760 (6) FORDOFNORTHMPTN PL-3-R 968 Bridge Road Northampton, MA 01060 (1) WFSU SCIENCE STATION 577 Western Avenue Westfield, MA 01085 (2) Quik Charge Charging Station 850 Washington St Weymouth, MA 02189 ➡ MB (4) BIRCHWOOD FORD DC-2 1300 Regent Ave W Winnipeg, MB R2C 3A8 ➡ MD (1) BGE - 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Mont-Saint-Michel - Parc du village 95 rue Gravel Mont-Saint-Michel, QC J0W 1P0 (1) RECHARGECO ST-LEONARD 01 7150 Boul Langelier Montréal, QC H1S 2X6 (8) HARDY RINGUETTE #1 1842 3e Avenue Val-d'Or, QC J9P 7A9 ➡ SC (2) Beach Buick GMC 922 Frontage Rd E Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 (2) GPM Southeast, LLC/Scotchman 3894 2454 Mounty Holly Rd Rock Hill, SC 29730 ➡ SD (2) Northwestern 117 Mitchell Boulevard Mitchell, SD 57301 ➡ TN (2) MB COLLIERVILLE MBC EXPP PL 4651 South Houston Levee Road Collierville, TN 38017 (2) Rusty Wallace Ford 134 Sharon Drive Dandridge, TN 37725 (2) SPRFLD ELECTRIC STATION 1 (L) 401 N Main St. Springfield, TN 37172 (2) MLEC STATION 2 (R) W 210 West Main St Waverly, TN 37185 ➡ TX (1) AZTEC EV AZTEC CHEVROLET 772 U.S. 181 Beeville, TX 78102 (1) Rolls Royce Dallas Service 2425 W Northwest Hwy Dallas, TX 75220 (1) Bert Ogden Cadillac Edinburg 4801 S I-69C Edinburg, TX 78539 (4) Enel X - ZIP IN ZIP OUT Truck Stop 1414 Palacios St El Campo, TX 77437 (1) ABM test site 1 for Yoka N Glenbrook Dr Garland, TX 75040 (2) Grubbs Volvo Cars Central Houston 7620 Washington Ave Houston, TX 77007 (2) AM Premier Test Site 11311 N Gessner Dr Houston, TX 77064 (1) GROUP1AUTO CPE250 2 10155 Southwest Fwy Houston, TX 77074 (1) GROUP1AUTO CPE250 ALONE-3 10455 Southwest Fwy Houston, TX 77074 (24) Gigahub - 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Bradford Charging Center 22 N Main St Bradford, VT 05033 (8) Manchester Center 4993 Main St Manchester, VT 05255 (2) Grace Cottage Hospital 185 Grafton Road Townsend, VT 05353 ➡ WA (2) Yoke's Fresh Market - Deer Park 810 S Main St Deer Park, WA 99006 (1) KIA OF EVERETT KIA OF EVERETT 229 Southwest Everett Mall Way Everett, WA 98204 (1) WCEH City of Pateros 203 Pateros Mall Pateros, WA 98846 (6) ARCO 7091 - 104th Drive NW, Stanwood 26930 104th Drive NW Stanwood, WA 98292 (4) Sumner Cannery Way 13608 Cannery Wy Sumner, WA 98390 (1) RAG - Honda of Sumner 16302 Auto Lane Sumner, WA 98390 ➡ WI (1) TOB CHARGEPOINT SHOWROOM LOT 20655 W Capitol Dr Brookfield, WI 53045 (2) Cadott River Country Plaza 641 Wisconsin 27 Cadott, WI 54727 (2) City of Eau Claire 122 East Madison Street Eau Claire, WI 54703 (2) 29 Pines 5872 33rd Avenue Eau Claire, WI 54703 (2) Hampton Inn And Suites 2610 Pearson Drive Hudson, WI 54016 (1) HEISER TOYOTA 1 CPE250 11301 W Metro Auto Mall Milwaukee, WI 53224 (2) Prime Bar Family Dining null N7294 Service Road Trego, WI 54888 

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4. Communication of Insights: Presenting the findings in a clear and actionable manner.

Distinguishing Data Science

Data science differs from traditional business intelligence (BI) in its focus on predictive analytics and forecasting, rather than solely understanding past data. It combines elements of mathematics, statistics, computer science, and domain expertise to analyze large volumes of data and uncover patterns, trends, and relationships that can drive informed decisions, solve complex problems, and create predictive models.

Applications of Data Science

Data science finds applications across various industries, including finance, healthcare, retail, manufacturing, and more. It enables organizations to leverage their data assets, gain a competitive edge, and drive innovation by uncovering actionable insights that can inform decision-making processes.

The Data Science Lifecycle

The data science lifecycle is an iterative process that involves several key stages to extract valuable insights and make accurate predictions from data. This lifecycle aims to achieve specific business objectives by following a structured approach. Here are the essential stages of the data science lifecycle:

1.Problem Identification and Planning

The first step is to clearly understand the business requirements, goals, and objectives of the project. This stage involves identifying the problem to be solved, determining the data sources, planning the data collection process, and selecting the appropriate analytical methods.

2.Data Collection

In this stage, relevant data is gathered from various sources, such as databases, APIs, web scraping, or other data repositories. Ensuring the quality and relevance of the collected data is crucial for obtaining meaningful results.

3.Data Preparation

The collected data often requires cleaning and transformation to make it suitable for analysis. This stage involves removing duplicates, handling missing values, and eliminating irrelevant or inconsistent data. Data preparation is typically the most time-intensive process but is essential for accurate analysis.

4.Exploratory Data Analysis

Exploratory data analysis (EDA) involves analyzing and summarizing the data to identify patterns, trends, and relationships. This stage allows uncovering valuable insights that will be useful in the next phase of model building.

5.Model Building

Based on the insights gained from the exploratory data analysis, this stage involves using machine learning algorithms or statistical techniques to build predictive models. The models are trained on a portion of the data to make predictions or uncover patterns.

6.Model Evaluation

The performance of the predictive models is evaluated in this stage using a validation dataset. This step ensures that the models are accurate, reliable, and capable of generalizing to new data. Techniques like cross-validation and performance metrics are used for model evaluation.

7.Model Deployment

Once the model has been thoroughly evaluated and meets the desired performance criteria, it is deployed into a production environment. This stage involves integrating the model into existing systems or applications, allowing it to make predictions or generate insights on new data.
It's important to note that the data science lifecycle is an iterative process, meaning that the stages can be revisited and refined as needed. Additionally, frameworks like CRISP-DM (Cross-Industry Standard Process for Data Mining) and OSEMN (Obtain, Scrub, Explore, Model, and Interpret) provide structured methodologies for implementing the data science lifecycle.

Key Prerequisites for Data Science

Educational Background

While there is no single defined educational path to become a data scientist, certain academic backgrounds are more common and preferred by employers. According to industry reports:
· 20% of employers seek data scientists with a bachelor's degree.
· 30% look for candidates with a master's degree.
· 24% prefer those with a PhD.
The most relevant educational backgrounds include:

FieldPercentage Engineering22.6% Mathematics21.8% Computer Science18% Statistics17.2%
Notably, 47.4% of data science roles require a degree specifically in data science.

Technical Skills

Proficiency in various technical skills is crucial for aspiring data scientists. These include:

Programming Languages

· Python (57% of job postings)
· R (33%)
· SQL (30%)

Data Analysis and Visualization

· Data visualization (10.2%)
· Statistical analysis (7.7%)
· Excel (10%)
· Tableau (11.5%)
· Power BI (9.1%)

Machine Learning and AI

· Machine learning (69%)
· Natural language processing (19%)
· PyTorch (10.8%)
· TensorFlow (10.4%)
· scikit-learn (6.4%)

Data Engineering and Cloud

· Microsoft Azure (28.5%)
· Apache Spark (11.7%)
· Hadoop (7.1%)
· Docker (6.9%)
· AWS (19.7%)

Other Essential Skills

In addition to technical skills, data scientists require a diverse set of abilities, including:

1. Mathematical and statistical reasoning
2. Business communication and leadership
3. Data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL)
4. Analytical mindset
5. Problem-solving
6. Continuous learning
7. Critical thinking
8. Decision-making
9. Strong business acumen
10. Effective communication

By combining the right educational background, technical expertise, and essential soft skills, individuals can position themselves as competitive candidates for data science roles in various industries.

Applications of Data Science

Data science finds applications across numerous industries, enabling organizations to leverage their data assets, gain a competitive edge, and drive innovation. Here are some key applications of data science:

Healthcare Industry

· Training chatbots using natural language processing (NLP) and data from scientific texts to answer patient questions.

· Analyzing data from clinical/lab reports, medical imaging, wearable health tech, and geographic information systems to improve diagnoses, treatments, and access to healthcare services.

· Identifying cancer tumors using machine learning algorithms.
· Tracking menstrual cycles and reproductive health.
· Personalizing cancer treatment plans.
· Cleaning and analyzing clinical trial data.

Financial Services Industry

· Assessing risk and managing investment portfolios.
· Calculating customer lifetime value.
· Improving customer experience using NLP chatbots.
· Accelerating underwriting for life insurance.
· Creating credit reports and providing lending solutions.
· Detecting fraud and insider trading.

Gaming, Sports, and Entertainment

· Detecting fraud in online gaming accounts.
· Managing risk in casinos and sports betting.
· Analyzing player behavior to improve gaming experiences.
· Making predictive insights and gathering performance metrics using AI-powered video analysis.

Energy, Oil, and Gas Industry

· Predicting maintenance needs and improving safety.
· Identifying ideal drilling sites using data from sensors and IoT devices.

Aerospace Industry

· Tracking aircraft damage and predicting maintenance needs.
· Optimizing flight operations using sensor data and predictive models.

Manufacturing, Logistics, and Supply Chain

· Improving production and distribution efficiencies using machine learning and predictive algorithms.

Insurance Industry

· Predicting claims and personalizing policy options.
· Detecting fraud using data science models.

Management Consulting and Professional Services

· Informing and validating managerial decisions.
· Improving recruiting processes using data analysis.

Travel and Transportation

· Predicting claims and personalizing policy options.
· Detecting fraud using data science models.
· Estimating travel time and enabling autonomous delivery.
· Optimizing resource allocation using data science models.
· Modeling traffic patterns and improving package delivery.

Retail and E-commerce

· Matching supply and demand.
· Refining recommendation systems using data analysis of customer behavior and inventory.
· Creating targeted ads and curating vacation rentals.
· Predicting consumer product interests and automating digital ad placement.

Social Platforms

· Curating matches on dating apps.
· Suggesting friends on social media.

Government

· Predicting recidivism rates.

· Using facial recognition to mine driver's license databases.

· Detecting tax fraud.

· Analyzing spending data and improving public services.

Construction Industry

· Forecasting, risk assessment, and project management optimization.

Communications, Media, and Entertainment

· Forecasting and operations research.
· Improving the customer experience.

Data Science Tools

Programming Languages and Libraries

Data science relies heavily on programming languages and libraries for data manipulation, analysis, and modeling. Two of the most popular languages in the field are Python and R. Python offers a vast ecosystem of libraries like NumPy, Pandas, Matplotlib, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, and PyTorch, which cater to various data science tasks such as numerical computing, data manipulation, visualization, machine learning, and deep learning. R, on the other hand, is particularly strong in statistical analysis and graphics, with packages like ggplot2, dplyr, and caret.

Data Visualization Tools

Effective data visualization is crucial for communicating insights and findings. Tools like Tableau, Power BI, and D3.js are widely used for creating interactive and visually appealing dashboards, reports, and custom visualizations. Tableau is known for its user-friendly interface and ability to connect to various data sources, while Power BI excels in business intelligence and data exploration. D3.js, a JavaScript library, offers more flexibility and control for building custom web-based visualizations.

Statistical Analysis and Machine Learning Platforms

Tools like SAS, SPSS, and RapidMiner provide comprehensive solutions for statistical analysis, predictive modeling, and machine learning tasks. SAS is a powerful suite for data management, analytics, and reporting, while SPSS is widely used for statistical analysis and predictive analytics. RapidMiner is an all-in-one platform that covers the entire data science lifecycle, from data preparation to model deployment.

Big Data Processing Frameworks

With the exponential growth of data, big data processing frameworks have become essential for handling large-scale datasets. Apache Hadoop and Apache Spark are two popular open-source frameworks for distributed data processing and analytics. Hadoop is designed for batch processing of large datasets, while Spark excels at real-time streaming data processing and machine learning workloads.

Cloud-based Platforms

Cloud computing has revolutionized the way data science projects are executed, offering scalability, accessibility, and a wide range of tools and services. Platforms like Google BigQuery, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, and IBM Cloud provide cloud-based data warehousing, machine learning models, and analytics services. These platforms enable data scientists to access powerful computing resources and tools without the need for extensive local infrastructure.

Integrated Development Environments (IDEs)

IDEs like Jupyter Notebook, RStudio, and Spyder provide interactive coding environments for data scientists. Jupyter Notebook has gained immense popularity for its ability to combine code, visualizations, and documentation in a single notebook, making it easier to collaborate and share work.

Emerging Tools and Techniques

The field of data science is constantly evolving, with new tools and techniques emerging regularly. Some notable examples include AutoML platforms like DataRobot and ForecastThis, which automate various stages of the machine learning process, and natural language processing (NLP) libraries like NLTK and spaCy for text analysis and processing.

1. Key Considerations for Choosing Data Science Tools

· Scalability: Ability to handle large datasets and accommodate growing data volumes.

· Integration: Compatibility with existing systems and tools within an organization.

· User-friendliness: Ease of use and learning curve for data scientists and stakeholders.

· Functionality: Availability of required features and capabilities for specific use cases.

· Community support: Active development, documentation, and user community.

· Cost: Licensing fees, cloud computing costs, and overall budget considerations.

2. Staying Up-to-Date

Keeping up with the latest tools, techniques, and industry trends is crucial for data science professionals. Regularly attending conferences, workshops, and online forums can help maintain a competitive edge and ensure effective utilization of the most appropriate tools for specific projects.

Data Science Jobs in the Market

The demand for data science professionals is skyrocketing as organizations across various industries recognize the value of data-driven insights. Here are some key insights into the data science job market:

High Growth Potential

· Employment of data scientists is projected to grow by a staggering 35% from 2022 to 2032, much faster than the average for all occupations.
· The data scientist job market is expected to grow by 35% from 2022 to 2032.

Lucrative Salaries

· Data scientists in the US earn an average annual salary of $128,895, making it a well-paid career path.
· The average salary range for a data scientist is $160,000–$200,000 annually.

Diverse Industry Opportunities

· Data science skills are applicable across many industries like healthcare, finance, technology, marketing, gaming, and retail, offering diverse job opportunities.
· Demand is highest in the Technology & Engineering (28.2%), HR (19%), Health & Life Sciences (13%), and Financial/Professional Services (10%) industries.
Entry-Level Requirements

RequirementDescription EducationTypical entry-level data science roles require at least a bachelor's degree in a quantitative field. Advanced DegreesMaster's or MBA degrees can help progress to higher-level data science roles. CertificationsCertifications can establish credibility and prove skills, especially for entry-level positions.
Salary Ranges

Experience LevelSalary Range 0-1 years$93,000 15+ years$149,000+
Median Annual Wage$103,500 Top 10% EarnersNearly $175,000
Remote Work Opportunities
Remote work opportunities make up 5% of the data science job postings, offering flexibility and a wider range of job options.

Diverse Career Paths

Common data science career paths include business analyst, data analyst, data architect, data engineer, data scientist, machine learning engineer, and research scientist. Additionally, data science teams often consist of diverse roles, such as data analysts, business intelligence analysts, and marketing analysts, each with their own specialized skills.
With the increasing reliance on data-driven decision-making across industries, pursuing a data science degree ensures long-term career prospects and the potential to make a lasting positive impact.

Conclusion

The exponential growth of data and the ever-increasing demand for data-driven insights have propelled the field of data science to the forefront of various industries. From healthcare and finance to retail and entertainment, data science courses equip individuals with the essential skills to harness the power of data, uncover valuable patterns, and drive informed decision-making. With comprehensive curricula covering programming languages, machine learning algorithms, data visualization, and statistical modeling, these courses pave the way for rewarding careers as data analysts, scientists, or architects.
As organizations continue to embrace data-driven strategies, the job market for data science professionals remains robust, offering lucrative salaries, diverse opportunities across sectors, and the potential for remote work. Pursuing a data science course not only enhances technical proficiency but also fosters critical thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication skills – invaluable assets in today's data-centric landscape. Ultimately, investing in data science education empowers individuals to unlock the transformative potential of data and contribute to driving innovation and growth across industries.

FAQs

1. What are the steps to pursue a career in data science?

To become a data scientist, a common pathway includes obtaining a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or Statistics. While a Master's degree can be advantageous, it is not always a requirement. Data scientists often command higher salaries due to the demand for their sophisticated analytical skills, and these salaries can vary depending on geographic location and experience level.

2. What educational background is required for a data scientist?

A career in data science typically requires an educational background in a field related to computer science, mathematics, or science. Degrees that are particularly beneficial for aspiring data scientists include those in Computer Science and Data Science/Computer and Data Science.

3. How is the data science learning journey structured?

The data science learning path is designed as a series of carefully selected courses that form a comprehensive plan to acquire the necessary skills for a data scientist role. Completing this learning path and all the associated data science courses typically takes around 8-9 months.

4. What should I do after high school to become a data scientist?

For those in India aiming to become a data scientist, the initial step after completing the 12th grade with Mathematics, Physics, and Statistics is to obtain an undergraduate degree. Relevant fields of study include Data Science, Computer Application, Mathematics, and Statistics. Pursuing a postgraduate degree in these disciplines is also recommended.

After working through the soundcloud dump I realized there was a lot of Aphex Twin music I hadn't heard. Then I realized there was a whole lot of Aphex Twin music I hadn't realized I hadn't heard. So I started working on hunting down basically everything. I noticed most of the guides online weren't super good at telling you what was a unique release so I tried that here. Please, please let me know if you think anything is inaccurate or I'm missing a track or remix.
91 Sept Analogue bubblebath The first aphex twin release originally released through Mighty Force as a white label stamped with Aphex Twin ep. Then it was rereleased the same year by Mighty Force with the artist as The Aphex Twin and a proper title. Mighty Force would rerelease it one more time with the artist as AFX. 4 unique tracks Discogs for the original white label Discogs for The Aphex Twin release Discogs for the Mighty Force AFX rerelease Download
91 Dec analogue bubblebath vol 2 3 tracks, the last was released in the soundcloud dump as alien fanny farts Wikipedia Download
91 Bradley’s Beat Copyright on the label says 91 but Wikipedia insists it was not available for sale at the time and was not available for sale until 95. Who knows. Was later repressed with a totally different B-Side for a total of 3 unique tracks Wikipedia 95 Evidence not on this manifesto Download Listen to all three tracks
92 Universal Indicator Red Universal Indicator is a combo of Richard D. James and Mike Dredd as Martin Tressider and Kosmik Kommando. Blue was also this year and from what I can tell just Mike Dredd. 9 or 12 unique tracks depending on how you are counting Download Tracklist +info Wiki
92 Jan The Philosophy of Sound and Machine - Various artists compilation featuring three tracks from Aphex Twin Blue Calx, which would later appear on SAW II, CAT-002 (Q-Chastic) a unique track that would later appear slowed in the soundcloud dump, and n.IASP as Soit P.P. n.IASP CAT-002 rym check the one review
92 Jan Pac-Man Under Power Pill 5 tracks and four remixes Download
92 Jan Digeridoo 4 tracks 2 were from Analogue Bubblebath 1 and 2 (Digeridoo is track 1 on Vol 2 and Analogue Bubblebath is Track 1 on 1. Some releases contain Isoprophlex Track 2 on Vol 1). Flaphead and Phloam are unique. All would later appear on classics. Buy
92 Jun Xylem Tube 4 unique tracks all would later appear on classics Buy
92 Jul Joyrex J4 EP Basically all the Joyrex tracks are covered in the Caustic Window compilation except popcorn track 2 on this. I see someone claims to have uploaded it as it was also a track that was apparently uploaded and deleted during the soundcloud dump. Anyone know if this is not just a rip of the record? Let me know if you know. 6 maybe 5 unique tracks Comp Download
92 Jul Joyrex J5 EP 4 unique tracks all on the comp except the last track fan name R2DJ Listen Download
92 Sept Peel Session this is a bootleg of Aphex Twin’s appearance on Peel Sessions 9/9/92 commonly called peel sessions 1. Seems to have 3 tracks afx 6 (cunt on polygon window lp) illlumineph (itallic eyeball on Joyrex J4) and Quintute (Quixtote). There exists a 5 track version with blue calx and We have arrived TTQ which will be covered by other releases. Find your own download it’s out there. No unique tracks Download Rym 9/9 3 tracks Discogs of bootleg with both sessions the later being released
92 Analogue Bubblebath Vol 3 Super confusing release. See this discussing differences between 3 LP, CD, and 3.1 on WATMM Download CD Download LP
92 Nov SAW I No bonus material Buy
93 Jan Surfing on Sine Waves Released as Polygon Window Japanese bonus tracks all later released on Quoth. Clissold 101[dat28 otari] 48k is a unique bonus to the purchase Buy
93 Mar Quoth Released as Polygon Window. Contains all Japanese Surfing on Sine Waves bonuses and a unique mix of Quoth apparently not available for purchase. Listen to the Quoth Buy
93 Jul Seefeel / Aphex Twin – Time To Find Me Time To Find Me (AFX Fast Mix) is on 26 mixes for cash. Slow mix is exclusive. Discogs Listen to the slow mix
93 Sept Joyrex J9i 2 unique tracks Download
93 Sept Soft Ballet - Twist and Turn has Sand Lowe (The Polygon Window Remix). Listen Discogs
93 Sept VA - Trance Europe Express contains anologue bubblebath 3 the song Discogs Listen
93 Nov On 4 unique tracks and 4 remixes Buy Buy remixes
93 Dec Joyrex J9ii 3 unique tracks Fantasia is also on J9i Download
93 Bradley’s Robot The first three tracks were released in the soundcloud dump. The last track is unique as far as I can tell. Download
93 Saint Etienne, The Aphex Twin – Who Do You Think You Are / Your Head My Voice remixes one Your Head My Voice (Voix Revirement) would appear on 26 mixes but Who Do You Think You Are (Quex-Rd) would not. Later released with a single Quex-Rd / Skin Up You're Already Dead in 2011. Quex-Rd / skin up discogs OG single discogs Listen to Who Do You Think You Are (Quex-rd)
93 Jesus Jones - Zeroes & Ones The second remix would appear on 26 mixes for cash, but the first is unique. Discogs Listen to Reconstruction 1
94 words & music promo CD couple second nothing tracks and one processed word track mixed with some SAW II tracks. Not really much download has just the exclusive tracks. Download
94 VA Ambient 4 isolation contains Aphex airlines. Unique track from what I can tell Download
94 Mar SAW II th1 even slower included as a bonus track also in SoundCloud dump Buy
94 May VA - Secret Tracks 2 has phlid. Would later show up in the SoundCloud dump. Discogs Listen to phlid
94 Jun GAK 4 unique tracks and 5 bonuses. The first two bonuses are in the soundcloud dump as gak bass and gak police the other three are unique from what I can tell Buy
94 Jul Analogue Bubblebath Vol 4 Originally 4 tracks 5 on the CD Download
95 Jan Aphex Twin - Classics (Comp) This contains digeridoo from analoguebubble bath 2/digeridoo, flaphead from digeridoo, phloam from digeridoo, an extended mix of Isoprophlex called Isopropanol from digeridoo, and analogue bubblebath from vol 1/digeridoo. From Xylem Tube it takes Polynomal-C, Tamphex, Phlange Place, and Dodecahedron. The reason this is worth downloading still imo is it contains metapharstic and both mixes of we have arrived which I already covered. It also contains a live version of digeridoo only released on this. I added the loosies Aphex Airlines, Q-Chasitc, Time to find me slow mix, who do you think you are (Quex-rd), zeroes and ones reconstruction 1, sand lowe, freeman hardy, and richard’s hairpiece to my copy. Wiki Buy
95 Mar Ventolin 6 unique tracks and 6 remixes. 2 unique bonus tracks added to the original Buy original Buy Remixes
95 Universal Indicator - #4 Green The other universal green release by Aphex Twin. Promo tracks are both on the regular release. I’ll mention here the common consensus is that Yellow was done by Mike Dred as Kosmik Kommando along with Innovations in Dynamic Acid and Ultra Violet. Aphex is thanked in the credits for Dynamic Acid for inspiration so maybe he did have a hand in some of those. According to his soundcloud comment he did red, green, and purple which doesn’t exist. May be referring to one of the other two. Screenshot of soundcloud comment on deleted track Download Tracklist + Info
95 Apr I care… bonus tracks not on streaming efil pearls, winding road, with my family, merry maidens, no cares, sedoka all in SoundCloud dump. Consta-lume and consciousness utopia are not to my knowledge. Buy
95 Aug Donkey Rhubarb Originally 4 tracks but a glitched remix of the Phillip glass icct hedral was added as a bonus. Not much to the remix Buy
95 Oct+Dec Hangable Auto Bulb EP This was released as a two part ep 8 weeks apart and then rereleased together as an 8 track release which is what is on streaming. 2017 rerelease adds two bonus tracks. Get a baby in SoundCloud dump as make a baby and ChoirDrilll was uploaded later free to his store. Buy Download Extra
95 Melodies from Mars This is an unreleased Aphex Twin album that was given to friends at Rephlex and Warp Records according to Wikipedia. It leaked 12 unique tracks but two are basically RDJ tracks.Wiki Discogs Download
95 Aphex Twin / Gavin Bryars – Raising The Titanic Raising The Titanic (Big Drum Mix) is on 26 mixes. Regular mix is exclusive. Can’t seem to find it anywhere online if you happen to own a copy of this
96 Jun Expert Knob Twiddlers Collab with u-ziq originally 10 unique tracks but rereleased with bonus 8 tracks. Buy
96 Aug Girl/Boy EP this is EP was included as bonus tracks on the American RDJ but the reissue has three bonus tracks. The first track is Girl/Boy from RDJ so 8 unique tracks. Buy
96 Nov RDJ album download the boy/girl EP as well was included as a bonus Buy
97 Jan Analogue Bubblebath Vol 3.1 Released in 97 with one unique track and some of the bonuses from the CD. Unique track is commonly called shit on the microphone or smelly cunts. Find your own download its out there.
97 Oct Come to Daddy Originally released with 8 tracks 3 bonuses were added. As far as I can tell none are in the soundcloud dump, but one seems to be a rework of 28 organ epic. Buy
97 Oct VA - Mealtime Contains the track Bummy by AFX. Listen Discogs
97 Beck - The New Pollution and other favorites Contains Richard's Hair Piece that would later be included on deluxe editions of Odelay. Discogs Listen
98 Sept VA - We are reasonable people warp comp with a square pusher and add track freeman hardy & willis acid. Buy Listen
99 Mar Windowlicker It’s windowlicker you love it. Japanese CD has 5 unique tracks and store has a 6th with comment scratching by me and not luke! dunno were the fuck that rumour came from.. soz for shit quality, i dont why its so shagged...its from an Aif...but ..its prob as good as its ever gunna get , i gave orig master to cunny and never got it back. Chris will hopefully be sending me some of his lush artwork&storyboards to put here soon. Buy
00 Flex Soundtrack for Chris Cunnigham done at the royal academy of the arts Wiki Tracklist Track 1 of 2 download from what I can tell. They also had a collab released in 03 that I’ll mention here called monkey drummer Watch Monkey Drummer Watch Flex Excerpt
01 Jul 2 Remixes by AFX Flow coma is on 26 mixes but box energy is not. Would turn up again in the SoundCloud dump. Bonus high frequencies noises only on this discogs download
01 Drukqs Promo CD contains 2 unique mixes 54 Cymru Beats (Argonaut Mix), Cock 10 (Delco Freedom Mix) Buy
01 Oct Druqks included Avril 14th reversed music not audio and mangle as bonuses which are in the SoundCloud dump. Also included Avril half speed and drukqs prepared un 1 which are not in the dump. Buy
02 Sept VA - the fire this time Aphex Twin - Say Hello to Allah 'Come to Daddy' (Re-Mixed by Black Lung) Bit of an oddity Listen
03 Mar 26 Mixes for Cash Great compilation with 2 unique tracks Windowlicker (acid edit) and SAW2 CD1 TRK2 (Original Mix) which are also on 2 mixes not for cash. Just going to run down the original releases on this, some of which I already covered because they also contain unique tracks. Forgive its very long. Seefeel / Aphex Twin - Time To Find Me already covered fast mix on this slow unique, Aphex Twin / Gavin Bryars - Raising The Titanic already covered big drum mix on here regular is unique, The Gentle People - Journey Remixes, Kinesthesia - Remixes for the Empathy Box, Philip Glass From The Music Of David Bowie & Brian Eno – "Heroes" Symphony Japan Release, Buck-Tick - シェイプレス, Jesus Jones - Ones & Zeroes already covered only second mix on here, Nav Katze - Never Mind the Distortion has both ziggy and changes on here, Saint Etienne, The Aphex Twin – Who Do You Think You Are / Your Head My Voice already covered your head my voice on here who do you think you are unique but also on an afx/autechre single, The Beatniks - Another High Exit, Nine Inch Nails - Further Down the Spiral Reissue has both heart of it all and section b, Nobukazu Takemura – Child's View Remix, Die Fantastischen Vier – Liveunddirekt, Phillip Boa & The Voodooclub – Deep In Velvet (Rmx), Curve – Falling Free (Remix) 12”, Mescalinum United – We Have Arrived (Remixes By Aphex Twin & The Mover) Contains We Have Arrived QQT and TTQ remix. QQT is on 26 mixes and both are on classics, Flow Coma is also on 2 remixes by AFX already covered, Baby Ford - Normal EP, Meat Beat Manifesto – Mindstream, DMX Krex - Ffressshh!, Wagon Christ - Redone E.P., The Mike Flower Pops - The Freebase Connection
03 Jun Smojphace EP 1 unique remix of a bug track and 2 noise tracks Download
05 Jun Analogue Bubblebath Vol 5 recorded 95 never meant to release an accidentally released alongside analord 10 according to Discogs. 9 unique tracks an alternate mix of mix of track 2 was released in the soundcloud dump as hapshifter. Discogs Download
05 Aug AFX/LFO two afx tracks / 2 lfo tracks. Discogs Download
05 Oct VA - Wipeout Pure: The Official Soundtrack Contains a longer version of Naks 11 [Mono] called Naks Acid. Listen Discogs
05 Analord 1-11 Released throughout the year in 05. This download will cover all the bonus tracks. From what I can tell Love 7 from analord 11 is in the soundcloud dump and there is an alt mix of midievil rave mix called pre plague in the dump from Analord 3 and a unique mix of fenix funk was in syrobonkers tracks. I see conflicting reports and can’t find a good source that 10 was actually mailed out 04 Dec. 63 unique tracks depending on how you count all mixes and with Love 7 included. Wiki Download
07 Apr Confederation Trough Released as the Tuss on wax with Fredugolon 6, Alspacka, and Akunk and CD with GX1 Solo replacing Akunk for a total of four unique tracks. Download CD Listen to AKunk Record Discogs CD Discogs
07 Jun Rushup Edge Orignally released as the Tuss with 6 unique tracks. 7 unique tracks were added to the download 2 appearing in slightly altered forms on the 2017 Mt. Fuji tape. Buy
08 Locust Toybox - Remixes and other crap has a goon gumpas afx remix of goon gumpas on RDJ. Mental actually Listen Rate Your Music
11 Joyrex Tape Leaked online in 2011. 14 tracks 11 of which were later uploaded to SoundCloud. 3 unique tracks (10, 11, 12) Wiki Download
14 Jun Caustic Window recorded 92-94 planned release 96. You might remember the Kickstarter to get this released. Cunt was previously on Trance Europe Express 3 and in the first Peel session. Phlaps was previously on criminal justice bill comp VA taking liberties with phlaps both as caustic window but since I didn’t mention those 15 unique tracks. Download
14 Sept Syro included end E2 and machroMT30A as bonuses. MachroMT was also released as a single with two more unique tracks. Buy Syro with end E2
14 syro bonkers these were released as part of the syro promo. From what I can tell there are 38 unique tracks not included in the soundcloud dump 29 counting stuff not on Mt. Fuji. Many are short nothings but some like barbican pendulum are 19 minutes and worth hearing. Unique tracks from what I can tell 033e, 14 tank engine, 2 tran 1 env 4 delay c, arp2500-modules 1004, circlont10a, circlont4a, RDJ barclays, threnody to the victims of hiroshima, af barbican pendulum, afx shout out, blucha 200 quad eg fm osc fb network edit master edit, fenix funk [early mixdown of analord 10], freeze ars, jiper, matrix del1 edit, metz pa hat break, quik easel, rhubarb orc, 19.53, rock up, sines 2seq, slinkyexcerpts, snh edit b, spectrum 48kbeats, springs3-afxm synthacon 1, sys700, system 700 comp, the best track, up in the rocks, and barbican1 rehearsal seq1. Download
15 SoundCloud Dump This has a bunch of tracks many released previously or alternate mixes of tracks released previously. I just put it at 2015 but really these tracks were released through 2020. Read the spreadsheet for good info its not entirely accurate for new releases of tracks in bonuses. Spreadsheet Download
15 Apr MARCHROMT30A edit 2b 96 included as a bonus on some editions of Syro but also contains two unique tracks. Buy
15 Aug Orphaned Deejay Selek 2006-08 Originally released with 8 tracks rereleased with a different track list and 4 bonuses. midi pipe2c edit+3, rozzboxv2mam+4, pretend analog extmix 2b,e2,ru, and umil 25-0 that were all later part of Manchester 2019. Believe only pretend analog was released in the soundcloup dump. Buy OG Buy umil
15 Jan Computer Controlled… If you didn’t know why this is part two Drukqs is part 1 per a SoundCloud comment. Originally 13 tracks but 3 bonuses. Is diskhat ALL Prepared1mixed [snr2mix] a unique mix of diskhat ALL prepared1mixed 13? Slightly quieter? You tell me Listen Buy
16 Jul Cirklon3 Cdr contains a unique mix of cirklon 3 concentration edit. Wiki says it was included in the digital purchase as track 8 but doesn’t seem to be there anymore? Listen Discogs
16 Jul Cheetah 7 unique tracks 1 was on that Cdr but pretty hard to find apparently. Wiki says concentration mix is a bonus on this purchase but I guess they got rid of it? Buy
16 Dec Houston, TX 12.17.16 [Day for Night] two unique tracks. Discogs Buy
17 Jun London 03.06.17 [Field Day] Originally released with 11 tracks at Field Day on vinyl and then rereleased with 10 bonus tracks for an hour runtime. T17 phase out, T13 Quadverbia, and a slightly different mix of T08 dx1+5 as T08+4 would appear in the soundcloud dump. Rest are unique. Really underrated release imo especially if you hadn’t heard the soundcloud tracks. Buy
17 Jul Korg Trax+Tunings for Falling Asleep 14 unique tracks Buy
17 Jul Orphans spiral stair case a side and nightmail are in the soundcloud dump. I believe the b side and atlantis are unique. Buy
17 Jul Aphex Mount Fuji Tape Released at mount fuji rock fest 2017. Reddit post about unique tracks. Find your own download its out there. 20 Unique tracks from soundcloud and syrobonkers. Most are 1 minute nothings Info
18 Sept Collapse 5 tracks and one bonus availed for purchase Buy
19 Sept London 14.09.2019 nightmail, Atlantis, and this Luke Vibert remix is side a are on orphans. Sound lab is unique as far as I can tell. Buy
19 Sept Manchester 20.9.2019 contains tracks that were released as bonuses covered in orphaned deejay. Buy Discogs
19 Nov Peel Session 2 show is from april 95 this is the second peel session official release. 4 tracks. Contains pancake lizard from Donkey Rhubarb and a unique mix of radiator from SAW II. Also contains p-string which was in the soundcloud dump and slo whistle an exclusive track. Discogs Buy
21 Mar /afx\weirdcore\NFT released as an NFT with a visual done by artist weirdcore. Released alongside a dropbox containing the date april 14 no further updates I can find. Let me know if you know Discogs Watch and listen puff piece weirdcore site Info about the dropbox
23 Jun Barcelona 16.06.23 Sold at Sonar festival on vinyl and shipped out later. 2 unique tracks leaked towards the end of June Listen RYM
23 Jul Blackbox life recorder This is releasing as I am writing this. There was also a google drive released that seems to contain a unique mix of the single? 4 or 5 unique tracks. Later updated with four alt mixes and a completely new track. The google drive track was never added for a total of 10 unique tracks. Buy Google Drive
23 Aug Field Day 19.08.23 Released at Field Day 2023 five tracks two appear to be on Korg Tunings, Korg 1b Ru.Ec.E might have a slightly different mix. The first 100 came on screen printed vinyl seen on Discogs. Listen Listen with 45 RPM B Side Discogs
Various singles and compilations included on other releases I thought worth mentioning.
92 Jan Mayday: A New Chapter of House and Techno ‘92 contains Metapharstic that would also appear on classics Discogs
92 Artificial Intelligence - Polygon Window is on Surfing on Sine Waves Discogs
96 51/13 Aphex Singles some very slight edits to a few Ventolin tracks but basically covered by On, Ventolin/Remixes, and Donkey Rhubarb Info in notes on Discogs
01 Sound Aphex - Covered by Drukqs, Windowlicker, and Come to Daddy Discogs
03 VA - Rephlexions! original mangle 11 on SoundCloud and Drukqs bonus Discogs
03 2 mixes on a 12” for cash - 26 mixes for cash Discogs
06 Four tet remix has a four get remix of SAW II track 1 Wiki
06 Chosen Lords - covered by analords 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10 Nothing unique Discogs
15 Umil 25-01 - covered by orphan deejay bonuses Discogs
15 Diskhat ALL Prepared1mixed [snr2mix] unique mix of diskhat ALL prepared1mixed 13 from computer controlled I think. Slightly quieter? available on SoundCloud Listen
15 serge fenix Rendered 2 - orphaned deejay bonuses Discogs

Decided to change my oil in my 3.8 buick due to the service being way overdue and I had a break from school.
After easily removing the plug draining the oil and screwing the plug back in, I moved to the filter. Had a much harder time accomplishing this, had to remove the tire and ended up just piercing the filter with a screwdriver to gain leverage and turn it. After I replaced the filter, I applied some old oil to the top of filter and installed it.
Filled my car with the recommended sae 5w-30, little less than 4.5 quarts. and drove it.
Drove fine around the block. After I drove it to my girlfriends house around 15 mins away. Drove great.
As I was driving back to my house, noticed the light and immediately pulled over, checked my oil and it seemed a little low (quite hard to gauge because brand new oil) added more. Checked the screw again made sure I tightened the guy and checked the filter aswell. All seemed well.
The issue comes in when I start my car, it always pops up with the oil light and a wrench next to it. Unsure how to remove it or fix it. Is it just telling me now is the time to change my oil and I should reset the light, so it doesn’t pop up? Just worried, and wondering if I did anything wrong.
Another note is later that night I drove it for a good 2 hours to travel back to where I attended school. Didn’t hear any odd noises and it drove wonderful.

Hey guys, just wanted to get some opinions on my warranty situation. I have owned my '15 Forester XT Premium since 2018. It has overall been a mostly trouble-free car and my wife loves it. So much so that we have held on to it for much longer than we normally do, since there is no replacement for the FXT. We have only had a couple of sensors go on us and we had an issue with the transmission leaking fluid.
We had the transmission serviced under the factory warranty back in 2019 at a local dealership. The dealership took the trans off the car and resealed everything. When that work was done we were informed that Subaru would be extending our transmission warranty out to 10 years, 100k miles. This was excellent news and a major factor in us hanging on to the car for longer.
Fast forward to today, the transmission has officially given up the ghost. According to the dealer the transmission ran out of fluid. We had honestly not been paying much attention to drips or leaks since we had assumed that the dealer had fixed the issues several years ago. The car has 99k miles on the clock and turns 10 years old in Novemeber, Subaru did confirm that the car is still under the transmission warranty.
The car has officially been sitting at the dealer for 2 full weeks. The dealership opened a case with Subaru of America on my behalf for this repair and I have been assigned "Senior Advocacy Specialist". I tried to reach out to them but have left now 3 voicemails with no call back and sent several emails to only get unfulfilled promises, more on that later.
A subaru field engineer came to inspect the car and required that the dealer fill the transmission with fluid and test to see if it fixed the issue. They called me to inform me of this and told me that I would be on the hook for filling the transmission. I almost choked on the amount of estimated cost to fill up this broken transmission, $85 per quart (up to 14 quarts) and $350 for labor. All told it could be as much as $1,540 for them to fill up the transmission just to see if it might work on top of the diagnostic fee I am already on the hook for. I was told that this amount would likely not be covered under warranty even if they decided it would be a warranty repair. After talking to my wife we decided to have them proceed.
I attempted to reach my Advocacy Specialist at SoA leaving a voicemail and sending an email. To which I got a promise of a call on 5/1 with an update. The call never came.
The dealership remarked to me that there were tool witness marks on the transmission drain plug and they could not be sure if the trans was purposefully or accidentally drained rather than simply leaking out over time. Which honestly made my heart sink, this is the sort of scrutiny that happens when a company is doing everything they can to avoid a warranty fix.
I got no news from them as to whether this test worked or not. So I reached out to my SoA advocate yet again since I never got a call on 5/1. I was then promised that I would have an update from my advocate on 5/7. Spoiler alert, no call ever came.
I got word from the dealer that their DQSM (not sure what that acronym stands for) was requesting a full history of maintenance on the vehicle. I informed them another time that the car had only had its transmission serviced at another Subaru dealership. Outside of that it has been maintained at a local shop or by myself. (I do most of my own oil changes). They insisted on needing a full history. So I gave it to them in spreadsheet format. I have invoices from my local repair shop, as well as the other Subaru dealer and I keep a spreadsheet of oil changes that I perform.
After receiving this the DQSM insisted on running more tests while attempting to drive the car. I was informed these tests would happen when the DQSM was on site on 5/7. I have not heard anything now days later.
So here we are on 5/10 still with no news or updates on what is happening. I have been driving a "rental" car from the dealership while waiting for their decision and to the credit of the dealer, they decided on 5/7 to cap the $45 rental fee at 3 days because of how long everything is taking. This is likely due to me expressing my concern on the mounting repair and rental car bill to them on several occasions.
Am I crazy for thinking this should be pretty cut and dry? I feel like SoA is trying to find any possible reason to deny my warranty claim.
All of this has me extremely worried about Subaru honoring the 8 year 120k extended warranty I just purchased last year for my '21 LXT. This has me second guessing going with Subaru ever again. Which is a shame because I have loved all 4 of my Subarus to date and had planned to replace this FXT with a new Subaru within the next year or so. This whole situation has been frustrating and disheartening to say the least.
Thanks for reading my rant.
Update: The denied the warranty claim saying that I or someone else who worked on the vehicle drained the transmission of 5.5 quarts. Their evidence being tool marks on the drain plug and an overfilled front differential.
SoA offered to cover $5000 of the $9500 repair estimate from the dealer.
So I definitely did get completely and utterly screwed on this one. Now I'm in a position where I have to likely talk the dealer into selling me a new car and figuring out a way to use the credit from SoA to get out from under my Forester.
That means we have little recourse other than to buy another Subaru from this same dealer. We will lose thousands of dollars any other way that you slice it.
What a joke. If I do get essentially forced into another Subaru, rest assured it will be my last.

Apologies to the PC folk if the formatting is bad, I am on mobile.
I have a Tmotor Velox Cine F7(TMOTORVELOXF7V2) that I have built. I have a gimbal on my drone that allows me to move my camera up or down via a switch on my transmitter.
I had betaflight on it and was easily able to remap my LED pins to be used as a servo output. However it's not so easy on iNav. I have pulled the C and H files for my target board but I don't know what to change in order to make this work correctly without messing anything up. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
I know how to compile the files into hex for firmware flashing, I just need to know what to change to make my LED pin usable for my gimbal.
Here is my C file:
timerHardware_t timerHardware[] = {
DEF_TIM(TIM3, CH1, PB4, TIM_USE_OUTPUT_AUTO, 0, 0), // S1 UP1-2 D(1, 4, 5)
DEF_TIM(TIM3, CH2, PB5, TIM_USE_OUTPUT_AUTO, 0, 0), // S2 UP1-2 D(1, 5, 5)
DEF_TIM(TIM3, CH3, PB0, TIM_USE_OUTPUT_AUTO, 0, 0), // S3 UP1-2 D(1, 7, 5)
DEF_TIM(TIM3, CH4, PB1, TIM_USE_OUTPUT_AUTO, 0, 0), // S4 UP1-2 D(1, 2, 5)
DEF_TIM(TIM2, CH1, PA15, TIM_USE_OUTPUT_AUTO, 0, 0), // S5 UP1-7 D(1, 5, 3) - clash with S2
DEF_TIM(TIM2, CH2, PB3, TIM_USE_OUTPUT_AUTO, 0, 0), // S6 UP1-7 D(1, 6, 3)
DEF_TIM(TIM4, CH1, PB6, TIM_USE_OUTPUT_AUTO, 0, 0), // S7 UP1-6 D(1, 0, 2) // used to be fw motor
DEF_TIM(TIM4, CH2, PB7, TIM_USE_OUTPUT_AUTO, 0, 0), // S8 UP1-6 D(1, 3, 2) // used to be fw motor
DEF_TIM(TIM1, CH1, PA8, TIM_USE_LED, 0, 1), // LED };
I know I need to delete "DEF_TIM(TIM1, CH1, PA8, TIM_USE_LED, 0, 1), // LED" and replace one of the timers to use PA8 instead, I'm just not sure which one to change.
Here is my H file:
#pragma once
#define TARGET_BOARD_IDENTIFIER "TVF7"
#define USBD_PRODUCT_STRING "TMOTORVELOXF7V2"
#define LED0 PA14
#define LED1 PA13
#define BEEPER PC13
#define BEEPER_INVERTED
// SPI
#define USE_SPI
#define USE_SPI_DEVICE_1
#define SPI1_SCK_PIN PA5
#define SPI1_MISO_PIN PA6
#define SPI1_MOSI_PIN PA7
#define USE_SPI_DEVICE_2
#define SPI2_SCK_PIN PB13
#define SPI2_MISO_PIN PB14
#define SPI2_MOSI_PIN PB15
#define USE_SPI_DEVICE_3
#define SPI3_SCK_PIN PC10
#define SPI3_MISO_PIN PC11
#define SPI3_MOSI_PIN PC12
//GYRO
#define USE_IMU_ICM42605
#define IMU_ICM42605_ALIGN CW270_DEG
#define ICM42605_CS_PIN PB2
#define ICM42605_SPI_BUS BUS_SPI1
// *************** I2C /Baro/Mag *********************
#define USE_I2C
#define USE_I2C_DEVICE_1
#define I2C1_SCL PB8
#define I2C1_SDA PB9
#define USE_BARO
#define BARO_I2C_BUS BUS_I2C1
#define USE_BARO_ALL
#define USE_MAG
#define MAG_I2C_BUS BUS_I2C1
#define USE_MAG_ALL
#define TEMPERATURE_I2C_BUS BUS_I2C1
#define PITOT_I2C_BUS BUS_I2C1
#define RANGEFINDER_I2C_BUS BUS_I2C1
// *************** SPI2 OSD ***********************
#define USE_MAX7456
#define MAX7456_SPI_BUS BUS_SPI2
#define MAX7456_CS_PIN PB12
// *************** SPI3 SD BLACKBOX*******************
#define USE_FLASHFS
#define USE_FLASH_M25P16
#define M25P16_SPI_BUS BUS_SPI3
#define M25P16_CS_PIN PD2
#define ENABLE_BLACKBOX_LOGGING_ON_SPIFLASH_BY_DEFAULT
// *************** UART *****************************
#define USE_VCP
#define USE_UART1
#define UART1_TX_PIN PA9
#define UART1_RX_PIN PA10
#define USE_UART2
#define UART2_TX_PIN PA2
#define UART2_RX_PIN PA3
#define USE_UART3
#define UART3_TX_PIN PB10
#define UART3_RX_PIN PB11
#define USE_UART4
#define UART4_TX_PIN PA0
#define UART4_RX_PIN PA1
#define USE_UART6
#define UART6_TX_PIN PC6
#define UART6_RX_PIN PC7
#define SERIAL_PORT_COUNT 6
#define DEFAULT_RX_TYPE RX_TYPE_SERIAL
#define SERIALRX_PROVIDER SERIALRX_SBUS
#define SERIALRX_UART SERIAL_PORT_USART1
// *************** ADC *****************************
#define USE_ADC
#define ADC_INSTANCE ADC1
#define ADC1_DMA_STREAM DMA2_Stream0
#define ADC_CHANNEL_1_PIN PC2
#define ADC_CHANNEL_2_PIN PC1
#define ADC_CHANNEL_3_PIN PC0
#define VBAT_ADC_CHANNEL ADC_CHN_1
#define CURRENT_METER_ADC_CHANNEL ADC_CHN_2
#define RSSI_ADC_CHANNEL ADC_CHN_3
// *************** LEDSTRIP ************************
#define USE_LED_STRIP
#define WS2811_PIN PA8
#define DEFAULT_FEATURES (FEATURE_OSD FEATURE_CURRENT_METER FEATURE_VBAT FEATURE_TX_PROF_SEL FEATURE_BLACKBOX)
#define CURRENT_METER_SCALE 250
#define USE_SERIAL_4WAY_BLHELI_INTERFACE
#define TARGET_IO_PORTA 0xffff
#define TARGET_IO_PORTB 0xffff
#define TARGET_IO_PORTC 0xffff
#define TARGET_IO_PORTD 0xffff
#define MAX_PWM_OUTPUT_PORTS 8
#define USE_DSHOT
#define USE_SERIALSHOT
#define USE_DSHOT_DMAR
#define USE_ESC_SENSOR
On this one I know I need to delete "// *************** LEDSTRIP ************************\ #define USE_LED_STRIP #define WS2811_PIN PA8" entirely.
Any help would be greatly appreciated!
Thank you!

Apologies to the PC folk if the formatting is bad, I am on mobile.
I have a Tmotor Velox Cine F7(TMOTORVELOXF7V2) that I have built. I have a gimbal on my drone that allows me to move my camera up or down via a switch on my transmitter.
I had betaflight on it and was easily able to remap my LED pins to be used as a servo output. However it's not so easy on iNav. I have pulled the C and H files for my target board but I don't know what to change in order to make this work correctly without messing anything up. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
I know how to compile the files into hex for firmware flashing, I just need to know what to change to make my LED pin usable for my gimbal.
Here is my C file:
timerHardware_t timerHardware[] = {
DEF_TIM(TIM3, CH1, PB4, TIM_USE_OUTPUT_AUTO, 0, 0), // S1 UP1-2 D(1, 4, 5)
DEF_TIM(TIM3, CH2, PB5, TIM_USE_OUTPUT_AUTO, 0, 0), // S2 UP1-2 D(1, 5, 5)
DEF_TIM(TIM3, CH3, PB0, TIM_USE_OUTPUT_AUTO, 0, 0), // S3 UP1-2 D(1, 7, 5)
DEF_TIM(TIM3, CH4, PB1, TIM_USE_OUTPUT_AUTO, 0, 0), // S4 UP1-2 D(1, 2, 5)
DEF_TIM(TIM2, CH1, PA15, TIM_USE_OUTPUT_AUTO, 0, 0), // S5 UP1-7 D(1, 5, 3) - clash with S2
DEF_TIM(TIM2, CH2, PB3, TIM_USE_OUTPUT_AUTO, 0, 0), // S6 UP1-7 D(1, 6, 3)
DEF_TIM(TIM4, CH1, PB6, TIM_USE_OUTPUT_AUTO, 0, 0), // S7 UP1-6 D(1, 0, 2) // used to be fw motor
DEF_TIM(TIM4, CH2, PB7, TIM_USE_OUTPUT_AUTO, 0, 0), // S8 UP1-6 D(1, 3, 2) // used to be fw motor
DEF_TIM(TIM1, CH1, PA8, TIM_USE_LED, 0, 1), // LED };
I know I need to delete "DEF_TIM(TIM1, CH1, PA8, TIM_USE_LED, 0, 1), // LED" and replace one of the timers to use PA8 instead, I'm just not sure which one to change.
Here is my H file:
#pragma once
#define TARGET_BOARD_IDENTIFIER "TVF7"
#define USBD_PRODUCT_STRING "TMOTORVELOXF7V2"
#define LED0 PA14
#define LED1 PA13
#define BEEPER PC13
#define BEEPER_INVERTED
// SPI
#define USE_SPI
#define USE_SPI_DEVICE_1
#define SPI1_SCK_PIN PA5
#define SPI1_MISO_PIN PA6
#define SPI1_MOSI_PIN PA7
#define USE_SPI_DEVICE_2
#define SPI2_SCK_PIN PB13
#define SPI2_MISO_PIN PB14
#define SPI2_MOSI_PIN PB15
#define USE_SPI_DEVICE_3
#define SPI3_SCK_PIN PC10
#define SPI3_MISO_PIN PC11
#define SPI3_MOSI_PIN PC12
//GYRO
#define USE_IMU_ICM42605
#define IMU_ICM42605_ALIGN CW270_DEG
#define ICM42605_CS_PIN PB2
#define ICM42605_SPI_BUS BUS_SPI1
// *************** I2C /Baro/Mag *********************
#define USE_I2C
#define USE_I2C_DEVICE_1
#define I2C1_SCL PB8
#define I2C1_SDA PB9
#define USE_BARO
#define BARO_I2C_BUS BUS_I2C1
#define USE_BARO_ALL
#define USE_MAG
#define MAG_I2C_BUS BUS_I2C1
#define USE_MAG_ALL
#define TEMPERATURE_I2C_BUS BUS_I2C1
#define PITOT_I2C_BUS BUS_I2C1
#define RANGEFINDER_I2C_BUS BUS_I2C1
// *************** SPI2 OSD ***********************
#define USE_MAX7456
#define MAX7456_SPI_BUS BUS_SPI2
#define MAX7456_CS_PIN PB12
// *************** SPI3 SD BLACKBOX*******************
#define USE_FLASHFS
#define USE_FLASH_M25P16
#define M25P16_SPI_BUS BUS_SPI3
#define M25P16_CS_PIN PD2
#define ENABLE_BLACKBOX_LOGGING_ON_SPIFLASH_BY_DEFAULT
// *************** UART *****************************
#define USE_VCP
#define USE_UART1
#define UART1_TX_PIN PA9
#define UART1_RX_PIN PA10
#define USE_UART2
#define UART2_TX_PIN PA2
#define UART2_RX_PIN PA3
#define USE_UART3
#define UART3_TX_PIN PB10
#define UART3_RX_PIN PB11
#define USE_UART4
#define UART4_TX_PIN PA0
#define UART4_RX_PIN PA1
#define USE_UART6
#define UART6_TX_PIN PC6
#define UART6_RX_PIN PC7
#define SERIAL_PORT_COUNT 6
#define DEFAULT_RX_TYPE RX_TYPE_SERIAL
#define SERIALRX_PROVIDER SERIALRX_SBUS
#define SERIALRX_UART SERIAL_PORT_USART1
// *************** ADC *****************************
#define USE_ADC
#define ADC_INSTANCE ADC1
#define ADC1_DMA_STREAM DMA2_Stream0
#define ADC_CHANNEL_1_PIN PC2
#define ADC_CHANNEL_2_PIN PC1
#define ADC_CHANNEL_3_PIN PC0
#define VBAT_ADC_CHANNEL ADC_CHN_1
#define CURRENT_METER_ADC_CHANNEL ADC_CHN_2
#define RSSI_ADC_CHANNEL ADC_CHN_3
// *************** LEDSTRIP ************************
#define USE_LED_STRIP
#define WS2811_PIN PA8
#define DEFAULT_FEATURES (FEATURE_OSD FEATURE_CURRENT_METER FEATURE_VBAT FEATURE_TX_PROF_SEL FEATURE_BLACKBOX)
#define CURRENT_METER_SCALE 250
#define USE_SERIAL_4WAY_BLHELI_INTERFACE
#define TARGET_IO_PORTA 0xffff
#define TARGET_IO_PORTB 0xffff
#define TARGET_IO_PORTC 0xffff
#define TARGET_IO_PORTD 0xffff
#define MAX_PWM_OUTPUT_PORTS 8
#define USE_DSHOT
#define USE_SERIALSHOT
#define USE_DSHOT_DMAR
#define USE_ESC_SENSOR
On this one I know I need to delete "// *************** LEDSTRIP ************************\ #define USE_LED_STRIP #define WS2811_PIN PA8" entirely.
Any help would be greatly appreciated!
Thank you!

I have a 03 330i with 165k miles on it. Had problems with it before but fixed everything. Drove good for a while and one day I notice my RPMs jumping and its losing power. Check engine light came on. I happen to have a scanner next to me and it gave me a code P0335 which basically is bad crankshaft sensor. I restarted the car, the light disappeared and everything went back to normal. Drove for few days no problems. I'm planning to take cross country trip and to be safe and decided to change the sensor. Went on youtube to see how its done and was recommended to also change both camshaft sensors (in/out). So I changed all 3 sensors and now my car cranks and sometimes starts sometimes doesn't. I'm getting code P0339 Crankshaft sensor circuit intermittent. Did research (not much out there) and found 2 options. 1 faulty new crankshaft sensor. 2 faulty wiring harness. My plan is to replace the new sensor with the old one (since it still worked) and see if the issue is in the sensor before I touch the wiring harness. If problem stops = bad sensor, if it doesn't = bad harness. My questions are; 1) is it a good idea to waste time with replacing new with old? 2) Can the other two camshaft sensors cause this? 3) What else can cause code P0339? 4) What do I do if none of this works? Thank you in advance!!!

Hey everyone,
I could really use some expertise to figure out a starting problem with my 1996 Toyota Celica ST202. Here's a rundown of the modifications and symptoms:

• Recently replaced the faulty fuel pump with an AEM 400 LPH Fuel Pump Kit - Double Barb, along with the original fuel filter with an OEM one.
• Also swapped out the ignition coil with a new OEM one as I had zero spark.
• All spark plugs have been changed to NGK - BKR6EP-8, OEM recommended.
• The ignition rotor and distributor cap were replaced due to water damage from a missing seal.
• Managed to briefly get the car running with brake cleaner but haven't been able to restart it since the pump replacement.
• Checked fuel delivery up to the injection rail, where there's pressure and fuel, but couldn't test each injector individually.
• The resistance of one tested injector with an ohmmeter is slightly higher than normal (20.3 OHM vs 13.8 OHM), but I've been told it might not be a major issue.
• Pulling out two spark plugs to observe spark during start attempts shows ignition is working fine.
• Inserted a piece of paper towel into the spark plug hole to check for fuel spray, but it came out dry.
• No blown fuses found.
• The car went from running fine to not starting overnight, suspecting the fuel pump initially, potentially causing coil damage and flooding the plugs in subsequent start attempts.
• Haven't had the chance to test the following sensors yet: intake air flow sensor, oil pressure sensor, fuel pressure regulator.
• No engine codes are coming up with OBD1.
• Timing belt was recently checked by a garage.
• I have three theories: 1) all injectors are faulty, 2) fuel pressure regulator is faulty, 3) spark plugs are not properly grounded to the cylinder head.
• While the battery isn't new, it's charged and turns the starter fine.

Would greatly appreciate any suggestions or advice on how to troubleshoot this issue. Thanks in advance for your help!
(Also, just to mention, this is my first post and I'm new to Reddit, so apologies if I've missed any formatting or rules.)