#Chevy Silverado 1500
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Chevy Silverado 1500
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Introducing the 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500
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The ’23 Silverado 1500 is a rugged and capable light-duty pickup. When equipped properly, this truck has a maximum available payload of up to 2,260 pounds, ensuring you can haul all your gear and toys to the next campout. In addition to its impressive payload, this pickup can tow up to 13,300 pounds behind it.
Versatility
The Silverado 1500 has one of the most versatile and capable cargo boxes of any light-duty truck on the market. The bed on the ’23 Silverado 1500 has the best-in-class cargo volume of 89.1 cubic feet. The box is easily accessible with the available powered tailgate that moves up and down with just the press of a button.
In addition to its easy access, the cargo box on the ’23 Silverado 1500 features 12 standard tie-downs. These tie-downs can be used to secure cargo, tarps, and many other items to the truck while you are driving. Use the tie-downs to secure your dirt bikes next time you head out to the mountains for a weekend of fun. You can also add tonneau bed covers, bed liners, toolboxes, and more to the bed to customize it to your preferences.
Multi-Flex Tailgate
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Multi-Flex Tailgate Functions
Primary gate
Primary gate load stop
Full-width step
Easy access
Inner gate load stop
Inner gate with work surface
Interior
The cabin of the ’23 Silverado 1500 is both spacious and functional. Choose the available 13.4-inch diagonal infotainment display, and you have a touchscreen with high-definition graphics that is intuitive and easy to use. This system features Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, which makes it easy to integrate your smartphone devices fully.
In addition to the incredible infotainment display, this truck has an available 12.3-inch diagonal driver information center that keeps all of your information front and center. This display includes your RMPs, speed, engine heat, fuel range, fuel economy, and more.
If you want a powerful light-duty pickup for your family, check out the ’23 Silverado 1500 from Chevy. Drop by Lithia Chevrolet of Redding to check out our new and used inventory, including our fleet vehicles, today.
#2023 models#American-made cars#Automotive industry#Car enthusiasts#Chevy Silverado 1500#New releases#Off-road capability#Performance vehicles#Pickup trucks#Technology in cars#Truck features#Vehicle reviews
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TOP 10: Chevy/GMC 1500 Pickup OBS
#TOP 10: Chevy/GMC Pickup GMT400 C/K#1500#sierra#top 10#2023#modified#stance#tuning#retro rides#tuner#slammed#street#imports#lowered#usdm#fitment#static#silverado#obs#squarebody#original body style
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MINE!! I have a new (to me) truck. Two of my friends have a special needs kid, who is getting older and needs a bigger motorized wheelchair. The chair needs a bigger vehicle, so they upgraded and sold me their old truck.
It's so nice. 2017 Silverado, very roomy, lots of compartments, heated seats, reverse camera, and the speedometer tells you what the speed limit is (in town, not so much the back roads). I don't even know what half of those buttons are for. Now that it's gonna be warm-ish for the next few days I can sit out there with the manual and see what's what.
Yay me!
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Discover the 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500
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What You Need To Know
This versatile, well-built half-ton truck is perfect for daily use, engineered to work hard while regularly carrying light loads. Available since the end of 2022, this is a durable and resilient five-person truck with optimum power and increased efficiency that drives extremely well on challenging roads and can tackle off-road journeys with ease, too.
New Features
This version of the Silverado has increased power with its reformed turbocharged 3.0 liter Duramax engine, increasing output to 305 horsepower and 495 pound-feet of torque. It also boasts a modified combustion bowl, updated fuel injectors, and different pistons, which aid strength and create a more dynamic truck altogether.
The interior has benefitted from a 10-way power driver’s seat and power lumbar control. It now has the option for a crew cab and an adult-length bed to provide optimum comfort for passengers and increased space for cargo. The new option of a 5.3-liter V-8 engine gives more speed and increased efficiency. If you pick this engine, you can then add the upgraded Z71 off-road package, which turns tough journeys into an absolute pleasure.
How Safe Is It?
Every model is fitted with several excellent driver-assistance features like Adaptive Cruise Control and Park Assist. The top-tier High Country model offers the addition of both GM hands-free driver technology and Super Cruise. Its safety is increased by the forward collision warnings and an automated emergency braking system.With this in mind, the technology can also monitor blind spots, alert you to traffic at the rear, and warn you if you drift lanes.
Engine and Performance
The Silverado is blessed with many engine/transmission combinations, the most impressive being the 6.2-liter, which can thrust the vehicle from 0 to 60 mph in less than 6 seconds. Its 420 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque make it a real force to be reckoned with. Other engines available include two V-8s, the turbocharged four-cylinder, and the Duramax diesel 3-liter inline-six, allowing the powerful Silverado to provide an effortless, smooth ride.
Comfort
The soft padding and support maintain comfort even on long journeys and while driving off-road, plus you can barely feel any small impacts from uneven surfaces. Climate Control allows you to alter the temperature inside the cabin, with the addition of ventilated, split-headed front seats if you wish.
Any truck including the LT trim and upwards has a sleek, updated dashboard with a gigantic 12.3-inch, accessible touchscreen. The High-Country is especially attractive with its leather interior and wood trim. The crew cab is adorned with a spacious back seat and compact storage is scattered throughout the cabin. Bed lengths vary from 5.8-to-8.1 feet, providing comfortable rest when needed.
#Chevy#Silverado 1500#2023 Models#Truck Features#New Trucks#Auto Technology#Vehicle Reviews#Pickup Trucks#Chevy Silverado 1500 Features#2023 Chevy Silverado 1500
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Chevrolet has more than earned its reputation as one of the best vehicle manufacturers in the market today. The 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 is an excellent example of how Chevrolet continues to understand the desires of American drivers. Click on our blog to learn more about the 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500.
#auto#chevrolet#missouri#park hills#chevy#truck#pickup#new chevy#silverado#silverado 1500#chevy dealer#american muscle
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Hey. Why is Texas so large
#you’re RIGHT#(it is ford f-150s but nonetheless)#(Chevy Silverado 1500s are the same tho. they’re too big)#(I’m sorry I’m weird about cars sometimes fjfjdjfks it’s . literally my job)
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you still love me anyway (5+1 relationship study fic) i need for living
im so close to finishing this chapter but have a lighthearted snippet <333
Footsteps creaked down the stairs again. “Tommy.” Evan came in with another shirt and a grave look on his face. “Be honest with me. Are you having a midlife crisis?” Tommy’s brows rose. He looked at the shirt Evan was holding. Okay, maybe sheer purple was a bit too much just because Evan had said to add some color to his closet, but like hell Tommy was going to admit that. “Says the guy who became a sperm donor at thirty because he didn't know what he was doing with his life.” “And,” Eddie pointed with his bottle as Cindy climbed his neck. “Dated a death doula after dying and coming back.” “Huh. Weren't those within a few months of each other?” “Man, you have no idea how glad I am that you came along.” They clinked their bottles, twin chuckles leaving their lips. Evan scowled. “Ha-ha, Diaz, laugh it up. I'll be your problem again when he sells our kitchen cabinets for a 2024 Chevy Silverado 1500 High Country and dumps me for someone even younger.” Tommy cocked his head. “You know I'm not that much older than you, right?” “Should have thought about that before letting me call you daddy in bed!” Evan shouted, already halfway up the stairs. Eddie groaned. “I did not have to know that.”
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So, to go off of the Fast Food AU, I got an idea from a comment by @livmightlive about a headcanon. What car does each Link drive and what state are they in? So, this is that post.
Photos included of each car.
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A Crisp 2014 Chevy Silverado 1500
Color: Blue Granite Metallic
- This truck is his baby
- It's been reliable for many years, and he's always fixed it himself.
- His knowledge of cars is standard Dad™ knowledge so he calls up Four when he doesn't know something
- He keeps it clean most of the time.
- He'll sometimes have trash in the passenger seat or on the floor of the passenger seat, but he'll grab it when he's getting out of the car to go into the store to throw in the outside trash cans.
- The bed of the truck has seen better days, but it's not in terrible shape.
- Some of the paint on the bed door is chipping off, but you can only see it if you get close enough.
- Loves taking it through the car wash
- He has those little dice that hang off of the rear view mirror.
- There's occasionally dirt caked on the bottom, but it doesn't stay there long
- The smell is nice because its from the Black Ice air freshener Malon buys and reminds Time to put in there.
- He likes it and has tried to buy other air fresheners but he likes the Black Ice one the best.
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A muddy 2019 Ram 1500
Color: White
- Loves this truck
- Jfc clean this poor thing(on the outside)
- The picture looks clean but in reality, the truck is muddy and it's because he always forgets to take it through the car wash or goddesses forbid he takes the hose to it.
- On the inside, it's a little dirty on the floorboards, but nothing too bad. A little shake should do them some good.
- He keeps it pretty free of trash because he likes to make sure it looks nice despite his baffling logic for the exterior.
- He definitely has a carabiner keychain that he clips to his pants everywhere he goes.
- It's no longer a thought, he just clicks that hoe on the second he takes them keys out.
- He's that shift lead that you can identify right as he comes through the door. *keychain clicking together* Bro has a precussion anthem each time he decides to move
- Carries gum with him wherever he goes.
- Perfers 5 gum but will get whatever he can grab
- Definitely sits in his trucks on his breaks
- He'd rather people not have feet on his dash
- Can parallel park as easily as a chicken can fly
- His car smells like a mix of mint and lawn clippings.
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2019 Subaru Crosstrek
Color: Maroon Red
- This is the family car that he got as a hand me down
- It's reliable
- Sometimes, it makes a funny sound, but Sky likes to ignore it
- The aux cord is always Sky's
- It's a little dirty
- Some candy wrappers here and there
- The back seat has some books in a box that will move between the back seat and the truck back and forth
- It smells like bird feathers and some mysteriously vague cologne
- He loves bird imagery so its literally all over his car with ornaments, stickers, etc.
- Will sometimes bring his bird in the car with him(It's an african grey named Chloe who likes to sing September. He also hadls a cockatiel named Issac)
- The car's seats are ripped in places by his birds picking at them
- There's a mark on the driver side dash from when Legend let Sky smoke for the first time and he ended up wiping some of the ash off on the dash and now its just there
- Legend thinks it's hilarious
- Sky finds it embarrassing
- "Do NOT put your feet up on the dash!"
- Has slept in his car on break and will do it again
- Very comfy
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A very well cared for 2016 Dodge Challenger 2D
Color: Baby Blue
- The love of his life
- He found this car in a used car lot and HAD to get it
- Wasn't cheap
- Likes to remind the others that it wasn't cheap when they make fun of him for it.
- He is BIG on decorating his car
- Not as much as Legend is, but he likes his car to feel nice
- Smells DIVINE(Like a really high end cologne, but just enough to not be too much)
- Has a work backpack that stays in the car
- Likes funny little things like the cupholder coasters
- Please be nice to the car
- He does drive like a maniac if he's given the chance to.
- Has constantly asked Wild to race him.
- Doesn't hang out in it on breaks
- Keeps it clean and tidy
- I'm talking he wipes down the car twice a week on the interior and takes it through a car wash once a week, two if needed
- is really proud of his car
- There's some chips and a small dent in the back bumper, but its barely noticable
- he might cry if you call it ugly
- Rarely eats in his car
- The main reason why he likes it so much is because of how the exterior looks. Its satisfying.
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Venom x22GT 250cc
Color: Midnight Black
- Motorcycle homie 🤙
- Someone always asks who's motorcycle it is
- He's proud of it
- He loves how fast it goes and how free he feels
- He gets pulled over pretty often, but is usually apologetic
- Gets scared around bigger vehicles
- Hates being beside 18 wheelers
- Parks it where he can see it from the back door
- Is paranoid about it being stolen
- doesn't race people
- Has a bit of an ego about it
- Loves finding stickers he can put on it
- the little keychains that fit on the little bits and don't get in the way? OH! Loves em
- Overall, pretty chill about it but will try to impress someone and likely fail if they show interest in him or wanting a ride on it
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1985 Coachman Camper(Modified)
Color: Beige and Brown
- Van lifer
- He loves being on the road, freely going where he wants, and doing what he wants
- He will camp out in the back area of his work since it's mostly a dirt area no one is using
- Will walk around to nearby areas if its a nice day because he loves exploring
- Finding new things is a hobby
- He will hang out at Warriors or Time's place if he really needs people around him.
- Loves to decorate seasonally
- Hoarder
- No literally, dude hoards so much shit that he has to give it to Ravio to keep at his place cause he doesn't want to get rid of it but has no place in the van
- I originally thought he'd have a concrete place, but I felt like it would be better this way because it fits his vibe.
- I imagine he was really closed off and stayed in the van for a long time after he lost Marin, but Warriors really helped him out by letting him crash at his place
- He decided he was going to go to van life as a change of pace after losing Marin and Ravio happened to show up just as he was about to end his lease.
- He lost Marin early in the year that he bought the van, hoping for a van life because they talked about how fun it could. He crashed with Warriors later that year.
- Ravio stayed in the place and signed the lease and now Legend is living his best life
- Will only ever invite people in if he trusts them
- Spotify 24/7
- Somehow, everyone is surprised when they find out.
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A dying 2010 Honda Accord LX-P
Color: Auburn Brown
- Has been in the family since 2010
- Ol' Reliable
- Shudders when he starts it up
- Loves it anyway
- Comfortable asf
- Him decorating it in fairy aesthetic just makes so much sense to me
- It fits and he loves it and he's not ashamed
- He makes a lot of friends off of his decorating choices
- Has a satchel that he carries that has everything anyone could need.
- Pain meds? Got em. Allergy meds? He's a walking pharmacy.
- Want some acid?
- Experimental
- Hippie coded
- Like Legend is on one end of the hippie spectrum and Hyrule is on the complete opposite side
- Bro will sleep in his car and come back as if he had a moment with Hylia
- Scares him to hell and back when it starts making funny sounds
- Will go to Four as soon as he knows something is wrong.
- It's his baby 🥹 He likes the vibes he has with the car
- "I'll give up on her when she gives up on me."
- Ride or die fr
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2016 Volkswagen Jetta
Color: Pure White(the site said it and I have doubts)
- A gift
- The mechanic of the group
- He's fixed his car multiple times so he usually fixes the others cars or tells them whats wrong and how to fix it/where to go to get the best price
- Helps Time with stuff he doesn't know.
- He doesn't really decorate it cause he can never decide HOW to
- He keeps it clean though and likes to go to those car wash vaccum places
- Is a safe driver
- Not 100% of the time
- Does not like being in his car more than he has to.
- He'll eat in his car if he's really hungry
- Overall, not too crazy about his car to really do much to it.
- Is usually a good person to call if you need a last minute pick up
- The Sane One™
- Aux cord is an option
- He's a radio kind of guy
- Will hang out with Legend in his van if he just wants to destress
- HATES driving in the snow
- HATES other drivers
That's pretty much it :3
I TOTALLY didn't forget to put the name on each one like I did with Time's :D
BAAAAHHHHYYYYEEEEE!♡
#lu#linked universe time#linked universe wild#linked universe au#link#linked universe wind#linked universe#linked universe twilight#linked universe legend#linked universe sky#linked universe four#linked universe hyrule#linked universe warriors#linked universe headcanons
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“Accept all challenges”
2020 Chevrolet Silverado 🇺🇸
The Chevy Silverado 1500 pickup’s capacity for hard work is hereditary, an integral part of its family DNA. For generations, Chevy’s full-size pickup truck has been working on ranches, getting dirty at construction sites, and hauling boats to lake houses—and nothing’s changed about that today.
Available exclusively for “No Limits” and “All Inclusive” tiers this July. Since August 1’st. Available for All Inclusive tier only.
Model with HQ interior, open/close doors and tail gate and functional light.
Go and join my Patreon!
#the sims 4#sims 4#sims4#sims4car#the sims 4 cc#the sims 4 custom content#thesims4cars#the sims 4 cars#sims4vehicles#the sims
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Home Sweet Home (AU Brock Rumlow/Original Female Character) 18+ Chapter One
WORDCOUNT: 6267
TRIGGERS: Age Gap, 911 Call, Police
CHAPTER ONE - SOMETHING JUST LIKE THIS!
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The blistering Texas sun beamed down on the pavement, smothering downtown Mansfield in an oppressive heat wave. The cloudless sky stretched on in an expanse of clear blue, offering no respite from the sweltering 93°F temperature. The only escapes from the relentless rays were the shady trees in the parks or the cool relief of air conditioning indoors.
As Calleigh locks the office door, she feels the heat radiating in from outside. Having worked in her dad's delivery business for a little over three months now, she easily navigates the building, double-checking that everything is secured for the weekend. Approaching the exit, the intense heat worsens. Calleigh lifts her shirt, revealing a cute pink butterfly piercing on her belly button - a small act of rebellion she got after her first visit with her dad following her mom's move to New York with a new boyfriend. Pushing aside thoughts of New York and the boyfriend she detests, Calleigh fans her exposed stomach with her shirt in a futile attempt to withstand the heat on her way out, silently thanking the universe for Fridays and weekends.
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Brock backs his day-old black Chevrolet Silverado 1500 as close to the garage door as possible. Searching for the key to turn off the engine, he suddenly remembers this truck has a keyless start/stop system—all he has to do is push a button. Brock chuckles a bit of his lack of knowledge about his new car, before he makes a mental note to get used to the new feature.
Though the car met all his needs, Brock struggled to adjust to its high-tech features. While he wanted to embrace the smart house, smart phone, smart car lifestyle, at heart he was old-fashioned. To Brock, a car should just be a car, and a phone just a phone. These days, cars were becoming more like living spaces, packed with extra gadgets and gizmos; and those new phones were multipurpose devices that served not only as phones, but also as calendars, alarm clocks, cameras, journals, and computers. He almost felt that he was too old to keep up, with his 46 years, Brock started to feel that his youth had passed him by long ago.
Placing his toned muscular forearm on the center console; Brock looks over the dashboard. The car's built-in entertainment system was bigger than his nephew's tablet. The right side of the screen informed him that the temperature was a scorching 94°F and climbing; moving over to the left side, where he could decide on what radio station to listen to, operate the car's cameras, use the built-in GPS system, connect his phone via Bluetooth and a bunch of other stuff he'd probably never use.
A quick glance at the clock told him that he had to get to work. He had promised Jack ages ago that he would fix the Oil leak, change the filter, the camshaft belt and do an overall service on the car. But the parts he needed weren't always easy to come by. So here he was, grabbing his mechanic's creeper off his truck, to finally do the job; four months behind schedule.
Brock swings open the garage door, revealing the stunning 1967 Chevy Impala. The sleek black exterior gleams in the sunlight, resembling a rare diamond. Despite its age and need for repairs, the Impala exudes charm, blending masculinity and nostalgic charm. Like Brock, Jack shares a fondness for vintage cars, true American muscle cars such as this. The old cassette player still hums within, and Jack hasn't altered a single detail on the car. There's a palpable sense of trust between them as Brock cherishes the responsibility and level of trust Jack has placed in his hands.
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Calleigh frowned at her license photo. At only 20 years old, she had not yet grown comfortable with her appearance. She felt her nasal bone was too thick, making her eyes seem too far apart. Makeup helped camouflage this to some extent, but no amount of makeup could alter her height. At 5'10", she was taller than average, which made finding flattering clothes a challenge. She often wished she had her mother's petite 5'3" frame, having clearly inherited her stature from the Rollins side of the family. While she could live with her blonde hair, she wished it had more volume. Her lips were too pale and thin for her liking, though makeup could fix that as well. Unlike her mother's ocean blue eyes, Calleigh had green eyes, another Rollins family trait. Glancing in the rearview mirror, Calleigh took stock of herself - blonde hair, blonder in summer; green eyes; lightly pinked lips with distinctive dips cupping her nose; a high forehead. She was a harmonious blend of both parents.
Calleigh connects her phone to the car's entertainment system, the little screen in the middle of the dashboard makes it easy to navigate through spotify to find her song, Coldplay and The Chainsmokers with Something Just Like This. It’s a song that seems fitting for her life right now.
Ever since she moved back to Texas, and Mansfield, she felt like her whole life was already planned for her.
She would get a seat at the board of directors alongside her dad and her grandfather in the delivery business on her 21st birthday in December. It would give her a comfortable and financially steady life, but very few choices.
With an exasperated sigh, Calleigh places her purse in the passenger seat. The black leather seat had small stitched details, a lighter shade of burnt orange in color, along the sides, giving it a more luxurious look.
When her dad had offered to buy her a new car, Calleigh had opted for the Mini Cooper, a car she felt was more suitable for her needs. But Jack had his mind made up on a 2020 Chevrolet Impala, black of course, to have it blend in with the other cars in the garage. After a bit of discussing back and forth, Calleigh had just given up. A car was a car, and she needed one. Although she would have given almost anything to have a convertible right now.
She was thankful for the car, it was nice and spacious with its four doors and five seats, it had room enough for both Calleigh and her friends.
The trunk suited all of her needs with enough room for both grocery shopping and a shopping spree at the local mall. The black leather seats with the burnt orange stitching offered comfort with their user friendly adjustment mechanism. The center console, designed with faux wood, held a spacious storage compartment and a double cup holder, one of which now held the almost empty Venti iced caramel latte that Calleigh got from Starbucks this morning.
The comfortable, highly equipped steering wheel made it easy to answer the phone, change songs, adjust the volume, as well as the heat in the winter. The 2020 Chevy Impala did indeed deliver a luxurious and comfortable driving experience.
She grew up in a well off family, both of her parents came from money. Both the Rollins Delivery Service and the Lewis Jewelry line had been around for generations, earning themselves a good reputation and money to live a more than comfortable life. Despite all of this, Calleigh had never seen herself as spoiled. She knew nothing came for free, that she had to work hard in school, and she had to earn her allowance. Her parents, even if they were never together, had made sure of that.
The drive from downtown Mansfield to South Pointe was roughly 10 to 15 minutes long, depending on traffic. But in this heat, Calleigh feels that it took two hours. Her shirt is sticking to her back, and her throat screams for water to the point where she's about to chug the last of the latte that had been sitting in her car all day. All she wanted was to change into a bikini and spend the rest of the weekend relaxing by the pool in the backyard.
Despite having to spend the weekend alone; without her two best friends. Jessica was preparing for her undergraduate degree, and Molly had been assigned to take a HR Masterclass in Seattle. Her dad was away as well, having a tiny legal crisis in Chicago, he had decided to fly over there himself, to oversee the negotiations. Calleigh looked forward to a weekend by the pool.
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As Calleigh approaches the house, she notices the black Pickup truck that's backed all the way into the now open garage door. Not a truck she recognizes, and they rarely had any other unannounced visitors other than her grandparents or Brock from time to time. But Brock was on a work spree these days. Calleigh hadn’t even seen him since she moved back home; which was strange, because in summertime he practically lived in the garage. Fixing her dad’s various vehicles, as well as his own; whilst sharing some beers with her dad. It was almost so that she thought that they had fallen out. But the legal crisis in Chicago had occupied her dad for quite some time, so that might be it. The two men simply didn't have time for social get-togethers these days. Even Friday Night BBQ was put on hold for the time being.
The Friday Night BBQ was one of Calleigh's most cherished traditions. Her dad and Brock manned the grill while she and her friends frolicked in the pool or yard. As they aged, they took on more duties. Molly routinely brought her signature focaccia and salad— a recipe Calleigh unsuccessfully tried recreating time and time again. Jess handled dessert; her Texas-style peach cobbler was unrivaled, the moist and buttery delight created a sweet symphony on her pallads, and topped with a scoop of peach ice cream, it became unresistable no matter how much anyone had for dinner. Occasionally Molly's mom and Jess's parents joined, packing the expansious backyard with joy, nostalgia, and hearty laughter.
With the memories of time well spent, playing like a movie in her head, Calleigh drives past the house at 2 mph as she examines the truck that's parked in front of the garage. A black Silverado, newer model. Having grown up with a father like Jack, with his fondness for cars, she's picked up a thing or ten. Of course it also helped that she spent numerous afternoons at the Rumlow garage in her early teens, when her dad worked late, or her mom spent time with that new boyfriend.
Calleigh's body goes cold when she remembers the 67 Impala in the garage. Jack's favorite car. He spent years finding the perfect one. If someone is trying to steal it, or parts from it; Jack would go ballistic. And given his military background, it'll not be pretty. For a second Calleigh feels like a six-year old, not knowing what to tell her parents when she broke a glass or spilled water on her bed.
Though South Pointe was a gated community, there were no guards on site. To enter, you needed either a code from a resident or a chip that automatically opened the gate. With the recent expansions and the constant flow of workers going in and out, it was easy for anyone to get in, whether they belonged there or not. And with a truck like the new Silverado, you could easily drive in, fill the spacious bed with whatever you were stealing; and then drive back out, without anyone raising a brow.
Calleigh takes a deep breath, weighing her options. Should she call the police or confront the person in the garage herself? Having spent four years in New York, she knows how to handle situations and always keeps pepper spray in her purse, even in Mansfield, where crime rates are lower. Despite the safer environment, she's aware that appearances can be deceiving, and anyone could pose a threat.
Turning her car at the end of the street, Calleigh retrieves her phone from her purse, its cute pink cover with butterflies and faux diamonds contrasting with the ominous atmosphere she envisions in the garage. Without overthinking, she dials 9-1-1.
“9-1-1, what’s your emergency?” a calm female voice responds after a few rings.
“I'm.…I think someone is breaking into my house,” Calleigh says, suddenly unsure if 9-1-1 was the right choice.
“Are you in the house, ma’am?” The voice persists. Calleigh hesitates, considering whether to hang up and face the intruder alone. “Ma’am, are you inside the house?” the voice repeats.
“N..no. I.. I'm outside.. In my car. I don't know what to do. I… I..” Calleigh is desperate, on the verge of crying. She can't remember the last time she didn't want to be home alone. But this is one of those times.
“What's your name ma'am?” The voice continues, still in that calm tone.
Calleigh takes a breath “Calleigh Lewis Rollins.” She replies, with a shaky breath. Trying to calm down her beating heart.
“Do you know if they're armed?” The woman on the phone continues. Calleigh feels that ice cold feeling in her stomach. Armed? She didn't think about that at all. What if they're armed, what does she do then?
“I don't know. I don't know!” She shakily replies. Her voice on the verge of breaking. Without realizing that she does, she reaches for her pepper spray. The little 3 inch pink container designed as a keychain was easy to carry around, easy to use and it had a neutral design, which made it perfect to carry around for self defense.
“Calleigh, calm down. You're going to be fine. I'll dispatch a unit to your location. What's your address?” The voice continues in a calm soothing manner, which helps to calm Calleigh down.
“2837 Chandler Court” Calleigh replies, happy that she remembered the address. She hasn't lived here too long, and in this particular situation it's things like that that usually slips.
“Do you have any firearms in the house?” Another question about guns. It's not that Calleigh wasn't used to them, it was just that in this situation, guns didn't feel like a safe topic. And this is Texas, everyone has firearms.
“Y..Yeah, we have some. Seven or ten maybe.” Calleigh replies as she does a mental runthrough of the house, trying to remember where Jack keeps all his guns. The gun cabinet in the living room, the hide away cabinet in his bedroom, and the safe in the….. garage. Calleigh takes another shaky breath as she imagines some bad ass crocks breaking into that safe.
“I've dispatched a unit to your location. They'll be there in about ten minutes. And Calleigh, please lock the doors, and stay in the car until the unit arrives.” The voice on the phone informs her, still calm and collected. Calleigh can't believe how they manage to be this calm with people in shock, pain, rage, people who're scared out of their minds. But now, today, she's extremely thankful for it.
Clenching the container with pepper spray in her hand, Calleigh almost whispers into the phone “Yes. Thank you.”
“Calleigh, please stay in the car.” The lady on the phone says again. But Calleigh can hardly hear it. She flips the top of the container in her hand, as she hangs up the phone, and slowly exits the car.
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With half an eye on the wrench around the unwilling screw, and half an eye on the bucket for the oil, Brock tries to get the screw to give. His left foot firmly planted on the concrete garage floor to steady himself, as he struggles to get the screw loose. His biceps flexing, the veins on his arm popping. His teeth clenched in concentration, and the sweat dripped from his forehead.
Brock applies just a bit more muscle power, determined to get the screw to give. The sweat on his hands makes him lose his grip around the wrench. His hand flies up, hitting the car, as the wrench falls to the floor, creating an echo around the oversized garage. “Aaaa, fuck,” he almost screams, as he shakes his hand to try to ease the pain.
The sound of metal hitting concrete, the echo that follows and the screaming make Calleigh jump. Her heart is beating out of her chest, and that ice cold feeling in her stomach comes back. Yes, the 9-1-1 dispatcher told her to lock the doors and stay in the car. But ten minutes? They should know how much damage that can be done within ten minutes. She had to leave the car. But with the screaming and the noise. Maybe she should've stayed put. Anyway, it's too late for that now.
Calleigh places her thumb on the top of the pepper spray container. “Stop what you're doing I have a weapon!” She yells, surprised by how firm her voice is, she lifts the container, ready to attack.
Brock jumps under the car from the voice yelling, something about a weapon. Startled, he tries to sit up, but since he's under the car, sitting up only serves for him to bang his head against the car. “Fuck! Shit! Don't shoot, I'm unarmed!” He yells back in a haste. Quickly moving the creeper, so he can stand up.
Getting up faster than he's ever done before, raising his arms to show whoever it is that he is indeed unarmed. “Don't shoot! I'm un-,” when he sees Calleigh he stops for a second “armed….” He breathes out in surprise at the woman standing before him. Beautiful. That's the only thing he can say about her; Silently in his mind of course.
Calleigh carefully drinks in the man in front of her. His well-worn jeans sit comfortably on his hips, a cloth tucked into the right side. His V-shaped lower abdomen is unlike anything she's seen before, leading up to a six-pack and impressive pecs that could be straight out of a commercial. The oil stains and sweat on his upper body add a sexy touch. Moving upward, she notices strong pecs lightly dusted with chest hair. As she lifts her face, broad-toned shoulders barely register in her mind compared to the veiny upper arms that make her knees feel weak. Before fully revealing the rest, she takes a breath and discovers a strong jawline, dark facial hair, followed by soft, playful, and kissable lips, a broad nose perfectly placed on his flawless face. As her gaze reaches further, she encounters two soft hazel brown eyes adorned with dark lashes and brows. Calleigh's heart skips a beat, and in surprise, she breathes out, "Brock?”
Brock had never seen such beauty and grace. Calleigh had blossomed into a stunning woman, with shoulder-length blonde locks with a few curls framing her face. Her soft pink lips were slightly parted in surprise, complementing her petite nose and accentuating the delicate curves of her upper lip. Her emerald eyes shone like gemstones, undoubtedly a Rollins family trait.
Brock swallows, his heart does a jump in his chest. “Calleigh?” His voice carried a bit of surprise. He remembered Calleigh as a rebellious 16-year old, getting belly-button piercings without permission. He did not expect this God sent beauty. And he's not sure how he should react. This is Jack's daughter. He shouldn't feel his heart jump like this because of her.
Jesus Christ, Calleigh thinks for herself. Did she just think about Brock's lips as kissable? Brock Rumlow? Her dad's best friend. Naha, no way. Take it back, take it back, take it back; she repeats the three words again and again in her head, like a mantra. It's all in vain, when Brock's lips slowly curl up into a half smile. His upper lip on the left side curls up, revealing his teeth. Calleigh feels drawn to it. It's like magnetism, an invisible force that's dragging her towards him. She swallows in a desperate attempt to keep her heart out of her throat. It's Brock, Calleigh! He's over 40 years old, and your dad's best friend; the voice in her head screams to her at this point.
"What errr..." Brock takes the cloth from his jeans and wipes his hands on it before continuing. "What are you doing here?" he questions, his eyes traveling over her. Her short-sleeved white shirt reveals the small dips by her collarbone, and Brock's fingers twitch as his mind imagines gliding his fingertips over them. He knows he shouldn't feel this way. Why does he feel this way? Further down the shirt lays tight over her breasts, Brock swallows from the sight of them. Jesus, get it together, Brock; he silently curses at himself.
“I live here.” Calleigh replies, before he can take in the rest of her. She rubs her hand on her neck. The garage offers shade and a living temperature, but she can still feel the heat from outside. And looking at Brock all sweaty and sexy isn't helping at all. “What are you doing here?” She continues, she knows that's a stupid question. He was on his creeper, under the car when she came in, and the oil stains are also a big giveaway.
“I'm fixing your Dad’s car,” Brock answers her question with a little smile, and a tap on the hood of the Impala. “How's that neighborhood watch thing going for ya?” He adds with a little chuckle.
“Huh?” Calleigh feels like she just fell out of the sky. And she imagines that it must look that way too.
Brock gestures with his head to the container in her right hand, and Calleigh looks down to see her thumb still firmly placed on the top of it. Quickly putting the cap back on, she puts her hand behind her back. “It's nothing. It's just…” she tries, but the damage is already done. The only thing she can hope for now, is that Brock won't tell Jack about it.
“For protection?” Brock asks, as he wipes his abs with the cloth. When Calleigh doesn't answer, he continues. “New York taught you a few things huh?” He delivers the question with an understanding head tilt.
Calleigh takes a breath “Yeah I guess you could say—“ she’s interrupted by sirens approaching.
Brock lets out a little laugh “You called the cops on me.” It's more of a statement than a question. Calleigh feels a rush of embarrassment, as Brock lets out another friendly laugh.
“Not so much on you.. I..” Calleigh starts, moving her legs nervously. “I.. I thought you were someone else,” she tries, but without any kind of words to complete that sentence.
“Well, guess I can only hope that they won't arrest me,” Brock continues to chuckle, as he swings the cloth over his left shoulder, and walks outside to face the police.
Calleigh stays behind for a second or two before she shakes her head and lets out an exasperating breath. This is too embarrassing. Did she really call the cops on Brock? Jesus, she's never going to hear the end of this. This'll be one of those stories that'll be mentioned in a speech at her wedding. She can just hear it in her head ‘And you can feel totally safe, Calleigh will protect her terf whatever the cost. I remember…’ Shaking her head again, she walks outside as well.
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Not one, not two, but three units showed up. Thank you so much brain, for mentioning all the firearms in the house. Calleigh thinks to herself. Thankfully the misunderstanding was easy to clear up. Two of the officers knew Brock, which was understandable since Brock owned the only garage around that was certified to work on the police vehicles. And of course it helped that both the Lewis and the Rollins name was well known around these parts.
Just as the officers are leaving, Calleigh spots Mrs. Callahan across the street, coming out of her house with her walker. Mrs. Callahan was this tiny 4’9" little old lady, with long gray frizzy hair, she always wore white compression socks, a skirt with flower patterns on, a white shirt, a home knitted cardigan and brown slippers, she had lived across the street since forever. She was a really nice old lady, but she put her nose into absolutely everything.
“Miss Calleigh.” She yells across the street, with what little voice she has left. “Miss Calleigh, is everything alright?” She continues, as she walks across the street towards them.
“Yeah, Mrs. Callahan, everything is fine. Don’t worry.” Calleigh smiles at the old lady.
“I saw the police. Are you sure everything is alright? How's your father? Jack is such a sweetheart, don't you think?” Mrs. Callahan continues to talk. The thing with Mrs. Callahan was that after her husband passed away a few years ago, she had become very chatty. And if she started, there was almost no way of stopping her.
“Everything is perfectly fine Mrs. Callahan. It was just a misunderstanding” Brock shoots in, sending Calleigh an amused look when he says misunderstanding. “I can assure you that you can sleep safely.” He continues, giving the old lady a protective smile.
“O..Okay” Mrs. Callahan nods to Brock. Then she stops. “Would you be so kind as to walk an old lady back home, Brock?” She continues with her distinct old lady voice.
Brock sends Calleigh a small smile, before he offers his arm to Mrs. Callahan. When they start the short walk over the street, Calleigh can hear her say ‘Such a sweetheart, such a sweetheart’ over and over again. Calleigh can't help but smile. Both from the old lady calling Brock a sweetheart, and from the fact that Brock seriously makes her heart jump, and her stomach swoop. Both of which are feelings she's never had before.
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Calleigh has just finished maneuvering her car into the garage when Brock returns. Still wearing nothing but his well worn work jeans, with oil stains and rips on them. And then that body. Calleigh swallows hard to not let out any type of sound that can give away how she reacts to this man.
“You want Apple pie?” Brock asks, holding up two Apple pies, one in each hand. “Because I have two of them,” he continues, looking from Calleigh to the pies, and then back to Calleigh again.
Mrs. Callahan might be nosy to the point where Calleigh almost felt uneasy about it. But the old lady did make the most delicious Apple pies. Sweet, zesty and sugary. With the most amazing Granny Smith apples, cooked until perfection, with that sweet taste of cinnamon, a pinch of nutmeg and sugar. Calleigh remembers them from the block parties when she was a little girl. Finishing up her dinner as fast as possible, to make sure she could grab a slice before they were all gone. Her mouth still goes watery when she thinks about it.
“She gave you two?” Calleigh laughs. Smiling wide. Partly for the thought of eating Mrs. Callahan's Apple pies again and partly from the thought that she might sit down with Brock and eat them. Why is that thought so prominent? It's not like Brock hasn't had dinner or food in general in this house before. She practically grew up with him around.
“Two isn't enough?” Brock questions, placing the two pies on the roof of Calleigh's car, before he starts to turn around. “Because I'm pretty sure I can get like five more,” he continues as he starts to leave the garage. Brock chides himself. What the hell is wrong with him? Why is he suddenly acting like a fuckin' teenager? Playing stupid flirting games, so that Calleigh will try to stop him, touch him. Jesus, Brock. He thinks for himself. Calleigh must think he's insane.
“No, no, no,” Calleigh hastily replies, grabbing Brock's wrist. “Two is –,” she involuntarily stops mid sentence from the sensation of Brock's skin against her palm. “Two is fine.. it's –” she continues, meeting his eyes as she lets go of his wrist. One of Brock's fingertips brushes over her palm, sending waves of shivers up her arm “perfect” she breathes out.
“Alrighty then,” Brock smiles, as he once again takes the pies. “Just heat them on 350, for 15 to 20 minutes, and we'll have ourselves a treat,” he continues as he opens the door that leads from the garage into the house.
Calleigh examines his broad and perfectly toned backside. His jeans fit perfectly over his behind. Calleigh swallows again. Stop it, she once again tells herself. “Maybe have a shower first?” She suggests, before she follows Brock. A shower? Really, Calleigh? She thinks to herself, the thought of naked Brock in the shower makes her want to slap herself. Cold shower it is. A really cold shower.
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Calleigh locks the door to the downstairs bathroom, before leaning her forehead against the door. Oh,God. Is she stupid? It's frickin Brock for God's sake. What is she thinking? Turning around, she leans her back against the door, as she glances over the bathroom.
The bathroom had undergone a luxurious renovation. The once white walls were now covered in sleek black and gold marble tiles that gave the space a rich feel. The wood-look flooring stretched out, making the room seem spacious. Acoustic panels in complementary black and wood tones lined the ceiling. Gone was the indoor jacuzzi that Calleigh loved as a child, replaced by a double waterfall shower. Concrete shelves anchored the masculine vanity area. Perched atop were two oval basins crafted from natural river stone, marrying masculinity with luxury. A sauna for four to six sat in one corner, unused but admittedly stylish. Though unfamiliar, Calleigh had to concede the new bathroom was rather nice looking.
Stepping away from the door, Calleigh removes her work clothes, tossing them in the laundry basket by the door. Before she steps into the shower, she once again takes a look at herself in the mirror. She looks… What's the word? Young and inexperienced. Small breasts, though still firm and pointing the ‘right’ way, they're still small. Narrow hips. Damnit! Why does she care so much about this all of a sudden? Brock.. Like he would ever want someone like her. “Why do you care, Calleigh?” She says to the mirror, before she enters the shower.
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The guest bathroom upstairs offers every accommodation a guest might need, whether it was a short or a longer stay. The modern design, such as the subway tiles in the shower, the floating shelves for towels and toiletries, the bathtub, with it's spa-like bath pillow, and the shower curtain, resting on a black shower rod, that stretched from one wall to another, mixed with the intricate black and white pattern on the floor tiles it gave the room a contemporary yet nostalgic charm.
Brock leans forward in the shower, leaning his arms against the wall as he lets the water wash over his neck, dripping down over his eyes and nose. He takes a deep breath. He'd almost forgotten that feeling. Aside from the fact that he'd promised himself to never go down that path again, he had to admit that it did feel good. That warm feeling, that was pumped out in his entire body with every heartbeat. That childish need for physical contact. But no. He couldn't do this. Not with her. Not with Calleigh. He's 26 years older than her, old compared to her. Though he was in good physical shape, he was still older than her. A lot older. After he took his therapist's advice to work out more to clear his head, his workout routine had become his safe place. A place where he didn’t have to think about Iraq or Afghanistan or Taylor. Just thinking about her name makes him feel cold. Calleigh, he thinks for himself. Calleigh with the gemstone eyes and perfect lips. Calleigh with the soft skin he felt when his fingers brushed over her palm. Calleigh… Yeah, Calleigh’s better. Calleigh’s definitely better. Fuck, what is he doing?
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Calleigh looks between the knee-length tights and the white cotton shorts, weighing her options. The tights that cover more of her body or the comfortable shorts that's more suitable for this weather. God, this is just stupid. And why would Brock care anyway? Why does she care? Since when did what she wore around Brock become an issue? Opting for the shorts, she rolls her eyes at herself and her teenage-like thinking. The shorts fit better with the top anyway, and for some reason it feels important to look good right now.
After meticulously applying her make-up, Calleigh takes a good long look in the mirror. Her white shirt, with the blue and white butterfly pattern on the front sits perfectly on her body, hugging what's supposed to be hugged. Well, more like what's there to actually be hugged. Pouting a bit to her reflection and shaking her head at herself, she turns around checking if everything is in its right place. The straps on her bra are visible due to the shirts open back. After a few unsuccessful attempts trying to fix that issue, Calleigh gives up. Visible straps are better than a bikini anyway. No poolside relaxing today, there's no way she'll be strolling around in a tiny bikini with Brock around.
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The red light that indicates that the oven has reached its wanted temperature turns off, and Calleigh places the two pies into the oven. Thankful that Brock wasn't done upstairs yet. Those feelings she gets when he's around. They're… Calleigh doesn't even have the words to describe them. Sure she's been in love before, or at least smittened. She even had boyfriends, not too many or to long lasting, but still. But the feeling never lasted. And it was never like this. That feeling of her stomach doing gymnastics inside of her. What is that? Looking at the pies warming in the oven. Calleigh tries to make some sense out of all these emotions.
“Wouldn't it be funnier to… I don't know, watch a movie or something?” The voice suddenly talking over Calleigh's head startles her to the point where she hastily stands up. Banging her head into Brock's chin. “Ouch” Brock breathes out as he lets his hand glide over his chin.
“Oh, God,” Calleigh replies. Her expression is a mix of embarrassment and guilt. “I'm so sorry. Are you okay?” She continues, and without realizing that she does she lifts her arm to touch him where they collided. His rugged facial hair tickles her fingers as she carefully let them glide over his chin.
“I gotta say that your self-defense technique is a little unorthodox,” Brock smiles. “But it works, it definitely works,” he continues. The feeling he gets from Calleigh's touch is unlike anything he's ever felt before. A mix of excitement, guilt and that warm feeling spreading throughout his body.
Calleigh can't help but laugh. Brock always used to be funny, kinda like the cool uncle she never had since both her parents were an only child. She can remember millions of times when she was younger. Brock taking her to amusement parks, Brock dressing up as various animals or superheroes for her birthday parties, Brock letting her ride shotgun with him, even though Jack had told him not to. But for some reason the funny he shows her now, that funny feels different.
Suddenly realizing she's still touching him, Calleigh reatracts her hand, covering it with the other hand as she gives Brock an apologetic smile. What's gotten into her? Why does she feel like this around him all of a sudden?
“Is your head alright?” Brock asks, almost instantly regretting his poor choice of words. “From the… err.. bump,” he adds, when he sees the confusion on Calleigh's face. He lifts his hand, and carefully lets it glide over her head.
“Yeah”, Calleigh breathes out as she once again meets Brock's eyes. “I'm…” she continues, as Brock's hand glides down to her neck before stopping on her shoulder. “Good..” Whispering the last word so low that she's not sure Brock even hears it. It's definitely a connection between them. Or is it? Is she fooling herself? And if that's the case, then why?
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The evening goes on. With Apple pies, ice cream, a movie on TV and a phone call from a worried Jack.
Mrs. Callahan had called him, and told him about the police being at the house. No surprise there. After about 14 failed attempts to call Calleigh, Jack had resolved to call Brock. Overprotective as he was, he was worried out of his mind. Before Brock explained how everything really went down, Jack was like two seconds away from jumping on the first flight back home. But after some discussion back and forth Brock had told him that he'd stay with Calleigh for the duration of Jack's stay in Chicago. For Calleigh, Jack's overprotectiveness in this situation was both a blessing and a curse. A blessing since this meant that she could spend some more time with Brock, and a curse for that exact same reason.
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After getting ready for bed, and before she turns off the lights, Calleigh sends a message in the group chat she shares with Molly and Jess.
‘Call me ASAP. I need to talk.’
No matter if there's a connection there or not, Calleigh needs to talk to someone about this. It's way too heavy to carry by herself. And what better people to talk to, than her two best friends.
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What is the most popular headlight bulb size?
If you're a car guy, you just might know the answer to this question.
The most popular headlight bulb size is H11, which is commonly found in the low-beams of many popular vehicles.
If you guessed 9005 or H13, your were close but no cigar!
Why is H11 so popular?
Simply put, because it is found on most of the best selling cars in North America such as:
Ford F-150/250/350
Chevy Silverado 1500/2500/3500
RAM 1500/2500/3500
GMC Sierra 1500
Toyota Tundra
Toyota Tacoma
Hondas
Subarus
Nissans
Together, these cars make up over 80% of all car sales in North America!
A close second
Trailing behind the H11, we have the 9005, the most popular high beam bulb.
The 9005 is frequently found alongside the H11, which explains why it's also so popular.
And in case you are wondering, H11 and 9005 are not the same! See for yourself
Source: XenonPro.com - Comparing H11 and 9005 Headlight Bulbs
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Better visibility at night and during bad weather conditions
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My daily driver is a Silverado 1500. 12 years old, and approaching a quarter of a million miles. One engine rebuild and a replaced transmission. I plan on driving it until I die, because with the right sort of friends it's infinitely repairable.
Someone's moving? I get the call. Lots of groceries? Home remodel project? Hauling the Manic Pixie Cosplay Girlfriend, her friend, and her literal rolling toolboxes of costume stuff six hours to Atlanta? Yep.
Now I personally dislike some of the current Chevy design cues and I miss my old S-10 that made it to 268,000 that I never should have traded in, but there's a lot of truck hate by urbanite leftists.
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Saw this Trucks Discourse on facebook and I'm not part of that world but yeah that one on the left is delightful and I really had no idea just how wasteful and pointless the other kind is until this comparison
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