#OE Technology

[noohyah]

Delphi vs AC Delco: What Are The Key Differences?

In auto parts, Delphi and AC Delco are two big names that might leave you wondering, “What sets them apart?”  Let’s break it down simply.  Delphi and AC Delco are both brands that make crucial components for vehicles, like fuel pumps and ignition systems.  The key difference lies in their roots: Delphi is an independent company, while AC Delco is associated with General Motors.  Picture it like…

[rabbitcruiser]

Zurich Airport, CH (No. 2)

The airport has three airside piers, which are known as terminals A, B, and E (also signposted as Gates A, B/D, and E). These are linked to a central air-side building called Airside Centre, built in 2003. Alongside the Airside Centre, the ground-side terminal complex named Airport Centre comprises several buildings, and includes airline check-in areas, a shopping mall, a railway station, car parks, and a bus and tram terminal. All departing passengers access the same departure level of the Airside Centre, which includes duty-free shopping and various bars and restaurants, via airport security. They are then segregated between passengers for Schengen and non-Schengen destinations on the way to the gate lounges, with the latter first passing through emigration controls. Arriving Schengen and non-Schengen passengers are handled in separate areas of the Airside Centre and reach it by different routes, with non-Schengen passengers first passing through immigration controls. 

Source: Wikipedia

[crazydiscostu]

Nank OE Earbuds

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[rassicas]

I have looked everywhere for a clean explanation on what exactly a LIMITER is, all i know so far is its illegal to participate in turf wars without one and they regulate an inkfish's Special Ability.

...Yet what does it look like, when is it added to ones body and why is there so little known about it?

Ive looked up Inkipedia (best boi for info besides you X)) and theirs not much on it.

Like Captian 3 has their Limiter removed a.e frommthe boss fight in OE and i think that weird specail she was capable of in S3 only cause HER limiter was still gone. So does it like not only keep control of what special one can use and actually perform like an inputted template?

And without it and enough practice an Octoling or Inkling can somehow create their own Special? Could that have used in the Great Turf War?

Is that one reason why Limiters are put into us?

I am hooing yah might have a better insight into these...

>why is there so little known about it? Was literally only mentioned one time in canon. this is too many questions in one ask that nobody has answers to (i do NOT wanna get into talking about things like special weapons themselves and special cans, too huge of a topic) so ill just talk about limiters. Based on what other official info we have about specials i have thought about it and I think i have a decent idea of what it could be for. I've been hoping to talk about it in a video properly one of these days. Specials are canonically tied to strong emotion, and are powered by ink from inkfish in heightened emotional states. This is evidenced from the finale of Octo Expansion, a page in the s1 artbook, and a couple other places.

Something like emotions is really variable from person to person, and if emotions can literally effect your ink output, then that doesn't seem... fair? I think the limiter is a part of the ink tank has the function through— whatever kind of advanced technology they have— to regulate their special output so its not purely emotion based but rather tied to a more concrete value of ink output (though i imagine there is some gameification happening here). I also imagine ink tanks regulate clothing abilities too. special charge up would lighten up the limiter. anyways, Another important thing to note is that using a special also results in the output of a LOT of ink.

If someone is able to constantly be in that special charge state, using specials, and producing that much ink, I can easily imagine it being a strain on their body after some time. In short, I think the limiter is a part of the ink tank that helps keep turf wars fair, and has a second purpose of keeping the player from overexerting themselves.

[sparklermun]

Good evening everyone! Welcome to night fifteen of the tenth annual Wreck-it Ralph Pin Post Month!

Tonight we're heading back to the older pins, with the LFLY, 8-Bit Pin Set, Fix-it Felix, Wreck-it Ralph pin. OE.

This pin originally released in March of 2021 was one of the first Wreck-it Ralph pins produced by Loungefly and sold on their website. Though not alone as this pin was one of four 8-bit pins sold together as a set themed around the game Fix-it Felix Jr. With this pin being Fix-it Felix himself, holding his golden hammer aloft while looking exactly as he does on the arcade cabinet screen. In all his 8-bit glory, on his way to fix the apartment building and save the day.

I'm really glad this pin exists, if only to show Felix off in full 8-bit glory. Which isn't difficult to showcase as seen in the simple design of this pin. No gimmicks are needed, or layering or realistic details. Just a flat design with flat colors, just as it'd been seen on the arcade screen. Which is exactly why the simplicity of this pin works so well for this particular design. Older games can't contain the detailed graphics used by newer ones simply due to the technology at the time. So it only makes sense that a pin meant to represent a character from that era of gaming should reflect that idea. Personally I'm glad that Loudgefly chose to take this route when designing the pins from this set specifically, because sometimes there truly is beauty in simplicity.

[brainrunbygoblin]

A REALLY DUMB SIDE ORDER THEORY

(aka glorified rambling/infodumping about side order & a bit of portal 2 compiled into a post)

side order looks SO GOOD and i;m SO EXITED I CANT WAIT but with the trailer i Noticed some things

largest one being THE ABSENCE OF MARINA (this isn't yet another "marina is evil" theory, i promise)

in the first side order trailer, the only (full) clip we see of marina is this one

to me, it kinda looks like she's begging/trying to reason with someone/something (or singing, which is what i thought originally)

side order seems to be technological, in a sense (examples being pearldrone, the pallet, agent 8's armband, dedfish/acht kinda, the respawn/spawn animation, the fish enemies, the whole yellow code rooms, and the HUGE FUCKING GLaDOS-ESQUE ROBOT AT THE END???)

(off topic but the whole thing gives me huge portal 2 vibes. pearldrone obviously reminds me of wheatley, the spire of order kinda looks like aperture, and dedf1sh kind of reminds me of rattman)

(warning: this is where it gets a bit dumb) marina is an engineer. it's most likely that she designed pearlbot, and i wouldn't be surprised if the large robot at the end was her doing as well.

i mean, she MUST have some kind of "behind the scenes erm actually it guy from a spy movie" role, partially because that's what she did on octo expansion and there's a canister with her face on it (like the hyperbombs from oe) in side order

anyway, back to the robot. going off both splatoon 2 and portal 2 storylines, it is somewhat likely that whatever that robot thing is somewhat sentient & probably is the core of the spire of order. whatever it is it probably owns the place.

what I'm thinking is (in typical splatoon fashion) marina built SPLaTDOS (which is a stupid fucking name but i'm using it anyway), with the hopes that it would maintain order. it did, but a bit too well (hence, the Bleaching of the Coral). i can see the image of marina above as her trying to reason with SPLaTDOS before it goes totally TARTAR mode. considering how the square looks atm it's safe to say she failed. my best guess as to her current location is somewhere deep inside the spire of order (kind of in a cuttlefish at the end of return of the mammalians situation)

my best guess is that side order has a splatoon 2-esque storyline, in which Something Happened To The Square Let's Go Fix It & Hey Wait Where The Fuck Is Marina.

anyway im really excited for side order :3

TL;DR: marina built a big robot fuck, robot fuck bleaches the city in the name of order despite her pleas, more in spring 2024

[heinousactszx]

as good as the gameplay is though, it's truly story where octo expansion shines. OE wouldn't be so many people's favorite campaign if it didn't the emotional core of its story around every corner of the metro.

pearl and marina are the stars of the show, obviously. this was their big story focus after being absent from 2's main hero mode, and they do not disappoint. after the dodgy way their relationship was translated in splatoon 2 initially, we finally get to see the real off the hook. they're both as kind, smart and funny as we always knew they were. learning about marina's past life with the octarians, as well as pearl's first meeting with her and her own past, is layered stuff that really informs how both of them work as characters, especially in relation to each other. i like the chatroom as a method of unraveling their story, it's something to look forward to as you clear levels and it allowed for some good jokes about new and old technology.

I'm not the only one it resonated with either; pearlina as a ship didn't really take off before OE, when people finally had some real meat to work with on their relationship. no complaints there

however, the true anchor for octo expansion is undoubtedly agent 8. and you might think that's crazy for a character that doesn't say a word, but the story and gameplay of octo expansion are fully linked in the way they support agent 8's struggle. OE is fundamentally about their rise to the surface and finally seeing the light, and every aspect of the game itself supports that. you have the oppressive, dank environment of the deepsea metro. you have the sharp, harsh punishment of an explosive strapped to your back. you have difficult, challenging levels. and you have the strange mem cakes that all speak of a desire to escape.

agent 3 and 4, for whatever characterization they might have in supplemental material, are just vehicles for a story about saving the day. agent 8's story is tied to their character and what they want. that they end up saving the day is a nice bonus, but the ultimate climax of the story is about breaking out and seeing the light, which the tartar battle the capper to that release. it's very human, very relatable, and it's easy to see why agent 8 is so many people's favorite agent. for them to fight like hell for their happy ending, and for them to achieve it comes across so well just by playing the game itself. you can't ask for a video game to tell its story better than that

[toothpaste-for-the-skin]

Iota Timeline! (real)

I’m gonna give a "quick" description for each stage too! (under the cut)

Splatoon 1: Iota was a pretty shy kid back during the events of Splat 1, only getting involved with hero business due to being too embarrassed to back out of it. Other than that, she was a relatively average kid, save for their love for the outdoors and secret underlying anger issues. Iota never spent much time in battle either, preferring the peaceful solitude of Octo Valley. This didn’t make her a worse fighter however, just maybe not as elite as those who basically lived on the battlefield.

Splatoon 2/Octo Expansion: The effects of OE weigh heavily on Iota’s psyche. Being more or less useless during the entire fiasco (except for destroying the blender, after which they were immediately knocked out) was so deeply embarrassing that she was wracked with guilt and sorrow. But in her mind, a real hero isn’t supposed to feel sorrow, are they? Aren’t they just proving their own point by feeling sorry for themself? Why not turn that self pity into anger? At least anger is something you can work with… Obviously this mentality is flawed, but a mix of denial and grief pushed any of those thoughts away. The scar she earned from the whole ordeal was just another reminder, further driving the shifts in her personality, as well as the amplification of certain traits. A preference for the natural world turned into disgust for almost anything technological (especially since it was a phone/ai that caused her suffering). For a long while, her ink color was stained too, having a turquoise tint that wouldn’t go away no matter what.

Splatoon 3: The NSBS really helped Iota break out of the spiral she found herself in, but she’s by no means in a completely healthy mental state, but it is much healthier than what it once was. Occasionally, the old Iota will break through —one’s true nature isn’t exactly easy to change. This improved mental is reflected in their scar too; slightly healed but by no means gone (their ink colors also are now a bit more pale than before). One thing that hasn’t really changed is Iota’s distrust in technology, but the nature lover in them has returned fortunately, so she has a much healthier outlet now.

[ultrajaphunter]

IDF 7th Brigade & Yahalom OE Engineering Unit, Raid Hamas "Zabra" Battalion Post.

Discovered Anti-Aircraft Missile Operation & Calibration Systems near Loaded Rocket Launcher.

Mortars, Weapons, Technological Assets, Electronic Components & intelligence Documents Organization Found."

[catchyhuh]

If each of them would ever have YouTube / Tik Tok account... What would their content be?

i tried so hard to really and truly answer this but i just kept thinknf of this throughout

lupin: started as a joke but he IS having fun with it. he’s mostly just fucking around there’s like NO production quality there it’s just. viddy oe. and thats the case whether its youtube OR tiktok, either way it’s going to be quick cutesy spur of the moment junk. if he ever really went all out, he might make some kinda digital calling card (he has made video cards before to inform his targets he’s about to rob their asses lmao) but it’d be some stupid hilarious shit. like imagine those video wedding/graduation invitations with the poorly animated stock resources and generic acoustic guitar music. text slides in that says “i want that statue dumbass” (cymbal fade sfx) “so yeah i’ll be taking that” (dramatic text pan) “seeya thursday, can’t wait :)”

jigen: no profile pic no real username. just like jigen76943 with the blue j icon. NO tiktok. NO tiktok for our guy. insists lupin shouldn’t be using tiktok either as its shortening his already horrible attention span. jigen doesn’t really post videos too much, but if he does it must be something very important to him, really only uploaded so he doesn’t lose it. there’s a handful of videos from some of their vacations (whether its an intended vacation or just ‘oh shit we’re in spain. we should have fun with this’ type deal) but it’s almost all privated. he’s not really showy about stuff like that

fujiko: she had a momentary lapse of judgment when making it, because she thought, easy way to sucker in idiots and make some money off that ad revenue. but also… do you REEEALLY want the world knowing exactly where you are, what you’re doing, at any given moment? well. no. but if you heavily screen every tiny fraction of your video before even THINKING of posting it, maybe nobody will be able to tell you’re literally sitting inside the taj mahal. posted a makeup tutorial once while she was already wearing a full face of less obvious makeup just because it was funny to her to see comments insisting she was so much prettier “without makeup.” so yeah like everything else in her life she’s found a way to rig this for money and her own personal entertainment

goemon: Nay. you know i don’t personally subscribe to the “goemon cant understand ANY technology he’s so archaic teehee” philosophy, but this ain’t even about that, it’s about the fact that goemon is the only one who’s initial reaction was “you want me, a wanted criminal, tagging the people i have been around and locations i have been to? for ‘clout’????” at best he just uses jigen’s phone to watch random stuff that interests him, and like, he’s not PHYSICALLY RECOILING when fujiko tries to show him a funny tiktok, he enjoys the fun of it. but he’s not making one, and if he has anything to say about it, he will not be featured in lupin’s bullshit

zenigata: doesn’t even have his own. he’s like a background feature when (SURPRISE YATA SNEAK ATTACK) yata posts. yata will be like “wow the louvre!!! look!” and take a lil video and zenigata’s just in the background looking bored out of his mind. in the louvre. he’d never BULLY zeni into participating, but once yata becomes aware of the fact people are playing where’s waldo with his stuff, he might try to have fun with it. q&a with the inspector. share some life advice with the audience. and the whole time zenigata’s like “um. uh. don’t break the… law?” and the commenters eat it UP. zenigata thinks its stupid but he tells yata he’s doing it because yata enjoys it, and that's it. however secretly you know he’d fucking love the attention

so final verdict: unfortunately i believe all of these people would be baffled and horrified if i explained how many times i've rewatched defunctland's disney channel theme video in full. but they could have a little fun with it

[moumantaimf]

Bad actors

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Panel 1: The guys are standing next to several houses. Sher says "One of my first shocks was learning that this is how humans live here on Earth. You've seen how my home is, just a set of underground caverns and actually lacking any kind of technology.".

Panel 2: Sher continues. "I also had a very bad experience that cemented something Roi told me when talking to me about Earth."

Panel 3: Shows Sher about to be mugged. One of the muggers say "oe ermanito no teni gamba pa la micro no tenimo ni uno. Por ultimo pasa el gorro marciano conchatumare" [hey bruh dont you have some (money) for taking the bus. Or at the very leart pass the hat you fucking martian]. Sher says "m-may I help you? I can't understand you".

Panel 4 Shows Sher running in his fours while the two muggers pursue him with some very silly pose. They say "ven pacá mono chuchetumare, the la oi a metértela con ajo qlo" [come here you motherfucking monkey, i'm going to stab you after sharpening the knife with garlic]. Sher's narration says "Not everyone on Earth is good or has good intentions. You'll have to learn how to read people to stay out of trouble".

[componentcables]

Alright, wake up Honey. Time for my 10pm Rant about Splatoon Side Order Theory

Thank you for coming to my Impromptu TED Talk.

I want to see Side Order live up to Octo Expansion. O.E did some amazing things with the story and lore of Pearl & Marina and it would be a crying shame for them to shoot themselves in their foot by making Marina the main villain or god forbid force her into the role with Mind Control or bringing back an older already used vilian like Tartar or something. Marina is shown to be incredibly smart, especially with technology, so it would be hard to believe that she was used by someone else. And I'd hate to see any form of Hypnosis being used.. Since it just robs her character of importance and just makes her a 'reward' sort of like Callie from splatoon 2s story mode.

Side Note: For Splat2s base storymode, It would have been interesting to hear the two parts of the squid sisters have some sort of dialogue in that story. It's obvious that Marie cares about Callie to go to these lengths, but outside of some sparse moments in a handful of levels, we never see it in game outside of the final fight. It would have been interesting to have Callie be a much more present threat to the player in maybe the boss battles or something. It would've been really cool to maybe have her talking to Agent 4 throughout the final few levels to intimidate them and Marie would have some sort of reaction to it.

Honestly would hurt to see Marina be relegated to a 'damsel in distress' when it comes to Side Order. She deserves the agency and there's CLEARLY some theme going on with Marina in the tower itself. With the various imagery of Memcakes (the collectable from OE) being either made or packaged to go somewhere, and the fact that there's various bits of memories from Marina like the baby mobile, Children's toys like Wooden blocks, and specifically pink pianos being held in stasis or again, being transported somewhere.

Personally, I don't want there to be any big villain or world ending threat.

Here comes the big theory:I think it would be more interesting for the plot-point of her(Marina) choosing to stay in the Spire due to Sunk Coat Fallacy.

To me, it fits character more to be wrapped up in her managing and repairing the Spire to where she might as well be trapped in an endless flow of Micromanaging the well oiled machine she made. Rather than her being Trapped at the top of the place she might as well have built with her own two hands. Genuinely I think it would be an amazing idea for the main conflict being Pearl, Agent 8 and Acht be the ones to physically go over to Marina sort of like an Intervention. At least Pearl would understand that Marina didn't mean to hurt anybody, but their main concern would be her own physical and mental health since she's.. More or less walled off everything that isn't her work for the sake of keeping things running smoothly if at all. It would be hard to justify abandoning a project that you either put years of planning into(like the few years between splat 2 ending and… We'll, now) or something that Just ballooned so much in scope that it literally needs the constant maintenance and checkups for it to not collapse on itself.

She's probably spent a shit load of time and resources on something she clearly cares about for one reason or another (hopefully to help others). To actually guess as to what exactly the Spire does would be foolish since its less than a week away.

We even see the spire itself show signs of damage in that new trailer so there's probable chance that something unintended is happening if that wasn't obvious from how… Literally everything around it is dead and bleached sand and coral.

My reasoning is that Marina had some… Genuine concerns about the world falling into chaos in splat 2. She felt rightfully scared that she'd never see Pearl again if there wasn't some sort of order with the world. So thats my best guess.

But I know this.. Well, won't happen due to how the main Side Order Trailer starts with the player character of Splat 3 falling asleep On a train. And the fact that the description of the DLC describes it as a 'What If' scenario if Order one the Final Fest. So I'm fully expecting things to be as non-cannon as can be if I'm lucky.

Side Topic Act II:I don't want the reward to be another playable species.. Since the main draw of Octo expansion Was the octolings, a feature people wanted since the beginning.. It would Really suck for there to be something like 'Salmon-lings' since the Salmon in game have a… Shit ton of lore dedicated to then as an entirely different society with unique well, everything. So to go back on that design for a basic looking humanoid salmon.. Thing, would again.. Be shooting themselves in the foot. I think the big reward other than Inkopolis Square, would be the various weapon skins. It looks like every main weapon in the game, or at least slot of them, have some sort of Prototype version that's used in the Spire simulations. And I'd imagine that beating the Spire with that weapon, unlocks that skin for multi-player use. Not as a separate weapon, but as a literal togglable thing for the weapon you already have. It would be that extra bit of motivation to play with the weapon you enjoy to get a unique variant of it or something. That, and the option to tint your fingers and tentacles. Since Color is another big theme with Side Order. And it's another thing people have been wanting since the 2nd game.

[vividracing]

New Post has been published on https://www.vividracing.com/blog/top-8-best-modifications-for-the-bmw-e60-m5/

Top 8 Best Modifications For The BMW E60 M5

The BMW M5 stands tall as an iconic sports car, renowned globally and possibly the most celebrated BMW ever crafted. Across its generations, this Bavarian masterpiece has captivated the hearts of car enthusiasts, reigning supreme in its segment for years. Notably, the M5 holds a special allure for tuners, inviting passionate modifications and enhancements by enthusiasts worldwide.

Among all iterations, the E60 M5 remains a topic of fervent discussion, whether for its impressive V10 engine or its notorious reliability challenges, constantly making headlines. Despite debates over its advantages and drawbacks, the E60 M5 embodies sheer legend—boasting captivating aesthetics and an exhilarating drive that checks all the boxes. Moreover, it stands out as the most customized M5 to date, offering ample opportunities for personalization.

In its factory form, the E60 sported a divisive V10 engine capable of revving up to 9000 rpm, delivering 500 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque—an undeniable testament to its prowess and potential. However, if you sat in or rode in a E60 M5, you will know that BMW left quite a room for improvement. With that being said, here are the 8 Top Performance modifications for the BMW E60 M5.

1. B&B Axle Back Exhaust

Developed for the BMW E60 M5, this Billy Boat Performance Exhaust axle back system is precision crafted using 100% T304 stainless steel. By utilizing the factory mounting locations for an easy installation this system requires a single cut of the factory system on each side for removal and comes with all the necessary mounting hardware. 

Billy Boat Performance Exhaust is known for their finely crafted catback systems. Mandrel bent for a smooth and even exhaust flow, their catback exhaust system frees up horsepower and torque that are wasted by the restrictive stock system – resulting in the best possible performance gain and sound quality combination. 

Features:

Lifetime Warranty

Utilizing the Purge Resonance Technology (PRT) to have a mild exhaust note at cruising speeds yet a forceful note on aggressive driving

Made of the highest quality T-304 stainless steel

All exhaust tubing is mandrel bent on sophisticated CNC machinery for a precise fit and uninterrupted exhaust flow

Designed as a direct bolt-on replacement for the restrictive factory exhaust and requires absolutely no modifications to the vehicle or the product installation. 

Made in USA – Billy Boat Performance Exhaust exhaust systems are crafted in-house with years of racing and street development invested into the design

Part Number: #FBMW-1110

Product Name: B&B Exhaust Axle Back Exhaust System BMW E60 M5 2006-2009

2. CSF Radiators Race-Spec Oil Cooler

The original OE oil cooler from BMW is an all metal design which would make you think it would be fairly robust. However, there are several weak spots in the design that tend to cause leaks. The CSF Race-Spec design reinforces the weak points, especially around the feed and return lines.

CSF’s solid line connection block can handle any abuse thrown at it while the reinforced and braced return tube is rock solid. CSF also upgraded the more fragile Tub/Fin core to a robust and durable Bar/Plate design. The core is 40% larger than the factory unit with 2 additional rows of oil cooling and much thicker core (63mm vs OE 45mm). This offers superior cooling capacity and volume for the oil system. TIG welded end tanks round out the slew of upgrades creating a much stronger connection than the factory brazed construction.

Part Number: #8275

Product Name: CSF Radiators Race-Spec Oil Cooler BMW E60 M5 | E6X M6 2006-2010

Features:

High Efficiency & Rugged Durability Bar/Plate Design

“Aero-Flow” Bar Lightweight Construction for Strength and Maximum Flow

Cast End Tanks with 100% TIG-Welded Construction

Satin Black Finish for Extreme Protection Against Corrosion and Debris

CNC Machined Mounting Brackets and OEM Style Inlet/Outlet Connection

Requires minor trimming of the plastic shroud to install (instructions included)

Individually Leak and Pressure Tested

2-Year Limited Warranty

3. B&B Exhaust Midpipe

Developed for the true enthusiast this center x-pipe section for the BMW E60 M5 is precision crafted from 100% CNC mandrel bent 3″ tubing and is a direct bolt on upgrade to either B&B axle back exhaust. The hand fabricated crossover (x-pipe) helps to even out the exhaust pulses resulting in a deeper, smoother exhaust note as well as increased horsepower and torque. 

Part Number: #FBMW-1111

Product Name: B&B Exhaust Midpipe with X-Pipe BMW E60 M5 2006-2009

Features:

Lifetime Warranty

Utilizing the Purge Resonance Technology (PRT) to have a mild exhaust note at cruising speeds yet a forceful note on aggressive driving

Made of the highest quality T-304 stainless steel

All exhaust tubing is mandrel bent on sophisticated CNC machinery for a precise fit and uninterrupted exhaust flow

Designed as a direct bolt-on replacement for the restrictive factory exhaust and requires absolutely no modifications to the vehicle or the product installation. 

Made in USA – Billy Boat Performance Exhaust exhaust systems are crafted in-house with years of racing and street development invested into the design

4. Eventuri Black Carbon Intake

The E60/E63 M5/M6 intake system is designed to make a positive impact for the whole driving experience. By taking advantage of aerodynamic principles and using computational fluid dynamics to optimize the airflow, we have engineered an intake system which delivers on all fronts – sharpened throttle response, more torque and power, improving drivability and of course, an amazing V10 induction sound.

The S85 Eventuri system uses our Patent Pending Carbon fiber Housing which provides an aerodynamically efficient airflow path from the filter to the MAF tube. Not just another cone filter with a heat shield but a unique design which invokes the Venturi affect.

Part Number: #EVE-E60-CF-INT

Product Name: Eventuri Black Carbon Intake BMW E60 M5| E63 M6 2005-2010

Features:

2 x 100% Pre Preg Carbon Fiber Housings

High Flow Air Filters

2 x CNC Machined and Anodized Aluminum MAF Sensor Housings with Machined Plastic MAF Sensor Mounts

CNC Machined Secondary Air Flow Breather Adapter

Aluminum Intake Cowls

Laser Cut Mounting Brackets

Laser Cut and Neoprene Lined Heat Shields

Coated Aluminum Upper and Lower Air Scoops

OEM Spec Hose Clamps with High Quality Silicon Couplers

OEM Quality Anti Vibration Mounts

5. Recaro Sportster CS Seat

The Recaro Sportster CS seat was developed for all motor sport fans, who do not want to compromise on the functionality and comfort of a sport seat. It cames with the seat backrest tilt setting and the newly developed backrest release for a complete sporty feel in the vehicle.

Features:

Nardo Black | Artista Black Grey Logo

Collapsible/adjustable racing shell in hybrid construction

Made of steel and composite materials

Molded plastic back panel and innovation recliner system

Suitable for 4-point and 3-point belt system

Contoured shoulder support relieves muscle tension when cornering

Defined side bolsters for a firmer sitting position

Fully upholstered headrest

Backrest release integrated into the belt feed for simple and comfortable operation

Built in adapter

Part Number: #414.00.1351

Product Name: Recaro Driver Cross Sportster CS 3 Point Belt Seat Black Nardo | Black Artista with Grey Logo

Part Number: #414.00.2351

Product Name: Recaro Passenger Cross Sportster CS 3 Point Seat Black Nardo | Black Artista with Grey Logo

6. CSF Radiators High-Performance All-Aluminum Radiator 

The factory radiator for the E60 M5 and E6X M6 are pretty nice all aluminum units. While they have proven to be fairly robust, age and additional power tend to push them over the edge. Owners who have superchargers tend to have the most issues with their radiators. Between the extra heat produced with forced induction and the heat exchanger mounting in front of the radiator, the factory radiator is working overtime. The E6X models are also getting close to 20 years old and entering the “future classic” stage of life with many owners doing restorations and updates. Anyone who has restored/updated an older car knows the value of having upgraded parts that are as efficient as possible.

The CSF radiator features a 2-Row 42mm aluminum core that not only increases the fluid capacity of the radiator, but also improves the cores ability to dissipate heat. CSF’s Exclusive B-Tube Technology increases the heat transfer by approximately 15% over regular oval welded tubes. Between the 6 additional rows of cooling tubes/fins and the thicker 42mm 2 row core, the CSF Radiator will outperform the OEM unit by a significant margin. In addition, the super-efficient multi-louvered fins maximize airflow through the core for the best possible performance. The radiator mounts in the factory location and requires no modifications or cutting.

Part Number: #7218

Product Name: CSF Radiators High-Performance All-Aluminum Radiator BMW E60 M5 | E6X M6 2006-2010

Features:

2-Row, 42mm Ultra-High-Performance Core

Cooling Tubes with CSF’s Exclusive B-Tube Technology

6.5mm Tall Ultra Efficient Fins with a Multi-Louvered Design for Maximum Surface Area Contact

CNC Machined Mounting Brackets and OEM Style “Quick Connect” Inlet/Outlet

100% All Aluminum TIG-Welded Construction

Satin Finish

True Plug-and-Play “Drop-in Fit” Installation Requires Absolutely No Modifications

Individually Leak and Pressure Tested

2-Year Limited Warranty

7. KW Suspension V1 Coilover Bundle Kit

An aging factory suspension stands in the way of the handling and capability of your E60. Many E60 owners upgrate the handling of their cars with tuning suspension upgrades as a priority, this will certainly increase your enjoyment of the car. KW V1 is the ideal system for enthusiasts who like to fine tune the ride height with its preset dampers from for the ultimate balance between sporty driving, comfort and safety. The result is a balanced and sporty feel specific to each vehicle application designed for long lasting driving pleasure. Even after years of use you can easily adjust the ride height thanks to the dirt resistant trapezoid thread and composite Adjustment tollar.  

Part Number: #10220082

Product Name: KW Suspension V1 Coilover Bundle Kit BMW M5 E60 w/ EDC Delete 2006-2010

Features:

Composite spring perch made from wear-resistant, frictiontoptimized polyamide composite encompassing a stainless-steel insert. The polyamide composite prevents oxidation while the stainless-steel insert maximizes strength.

Elastomer Bump stop with integrated dust protection system prevents water and dirt particles reaching the piston rod and seals. The highly resilient bump stops act as dynamic load limiters while maintaining ride quality and durability.

Every single damper is dyno tested to ensure functionality and guarantee accuracy before being released for delivery.

Inox-Line Stainless Steel – Truly Permanent Corrosion Resistance. Inox-Line coatings will not wear off while adjusting the suspension making KW coilover struts 100 percent corrosion resistant with an unlimited lifespan.

KW suspensions V1 coilovers are hand built by our expert team and given a uniquely individual serial number at our headquarters in Fichtenberg, Germany.

Limited Lifetime Warranty – Unlimited Mileage

Seamless Ride Height Adjustment – the corrosion resistance of the Inox-line stainless steel and composite perches means easy ride height adjustability to help you dial in your preferred look.

With the preset damping paired with vehicle specific spring rates precisely tuned by our engineers, V1 coilovers provide an optimum balance of sportiness and comfort while driving. KW takes the guess work out of setup for you.

8. VR Tuned ECU Flash Tune 

To take the S85 V10 nearer to perfection, the team here at Vivid Racing made a few changes. It started with establishing a baseline and truly testing the limits of the V10, and to our pleasant surprise, it managed to put down 507chp and 384ft/lbs of torque on 91 octane in the arid Arizona heat. However, we knew BMW had left a little bit of room for improvement, and we love improvement. After brunch at the VE table, an otherwise completely factory V10 found an additional 57hp and 43ft/lbs of torque, but that wasn’t all. With our modified ignition mapping and refinement of the throttle response, this E60 felt like a completely different beast. Unfortunately, though, this is as far as we were able to get on our initial session. If you want to pull every last ounce of potential out of your S85 and our VR Tuned Flash Tune, we highly recommend the upgrade to the B&B Axle Back Exhaust and B&B Exhaust Midpipe… but only when you think you can handle it.

Part Number: #VRT-E60-M5

Product Name: VR Tuned ECU Flash Tune BMW M5 E60 E61 V10 2006-2010

Features:

#1 priority is our customer service to you!

Our tuning is used worldwide.

We can tune vehicles for different types of environments.

Most ECU Tuning can be reverted back to stock.

With the VR Tuned ECU Flash, basic bolt-on performance parts will not require a retune of your ECU.

For gasoline vehicles, if you add higher octane fuel, the ECU will adjust accordingly.

Tested and proven files that are safe, reliable, and give you the results you want!

There are dozens of other great ways to modify your E60/E63. Let our performance specialists help you decide what’s right for you by calling 1-480-966-3040 or emailing sales@vividracing.com.

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Are the ArchieSonic comics actually an 80's/90's syndicated cartoon? Episode 35: We're in space now! (part two)

Welcome back to my look at the ArchieSonic comic series, and how it shared a lot of the same story tropes as a typical ‘80s or ‘90s syndicated cartoon! Let’s continue our look at ArchieSonic’s space-based adventures.

Two milestone issues after the Robo-Robotnik reveal, Sonic was beamed halfway across the universe and the Tossed In Space arc was kicked off, running from Sonic #126 - 129.

Sonic wound up on the planet Thoraxia, surprised to see that this planet had chaos emeralds just like the ones he was used to on Mobius, only red instead of green. When a race of alien wasps called the Bzzz tried to wipe out the local inhabitants, an ant-like race called the Blodex, Sonic attempted to save the day by seizing the red chaos emeralds.

He was shocked when he didn’t transform into Super Sonic himself but Super Sonic instead manifested as a separate entity, one who did wipe out the Bzzz threat but was also intent on causing chaos and destruction (this is apparently a reference to how Super Sonic is portrayed in the Sonic the Comic series).

When Sonic tried to stop this new Super Sonic he was quickly overpowered, but thankfully the Super Sonic entity wore out quickly and just vanished before it could finish Sonic off.

After saving the Blodex Sonic hitched a ride aboard a vessel heading for a galactic trading hub, in the hopes that he might be able to find a way back to Mobius from there. The vessel’s Captain, Oe, also provided Sonic with an implant that let him understand alien races, which made his journey less awkward. Their journey was cut short when a nearby planet exploded and the ship was damaged by debris. The crew were ordered to evacuate in the escape pods, but they hadn’t counted on there being another person aboard and didn’t have enough escape pods for everyone.

Sonic tried to convince Captain Oe to take the last escape pod, but the captain stung Sonic with a paralysing toxin in his tail, shoved him into the pod and sent him on his way safely before the ship exploded.

Let that be a lesson to you, kids. Always obey the capacity limits on public transport.

Sonic’s pod landed safely on an uninhabited planet that was initially inhospitable, but after snacking and napping the pod told Sonic that it was now safe to go outside. He quickly noticed that the planet seemed to be in the early stages of developing life but that it was happening faster than he could properly comprehend. He decided to return to his pod for safety, and after taking another nap awoke to find a primitive civilisation had formed, and was advancing in technological development before his eyes. After the outside world had become a futuristic city Sonic realised that time had seemed to slow down outside the pod, so he cautiously went outside again to find an entire alien race called the Azurites waiting for him.

Because he had lived for centuries of their time the Azurites thought he was an immortal God, and had created a device to slow down time so that Sonic could come out of his pod and join them. Sonic explained that he wasn’t actually a God and that he had just been stranded here while trying to get back to his home planet.

The Azurites very kindly created a spaceship for him, turning their time-slowing device back off so that from Sonic’s point of view it was created almost instantaneously. Sonic was now free to explore space on his own terms and search for a way back to Mobius.

The Azurites advised Sonic to go to a technologically advanced planet called Teragosa 6 next, but when he got there he found nothing but asteroids.

Encountering an armada of spaceships, Sonic soon learned that Teragosa 6 - and many other planets like it - had been completely destroyed by someone Sonic had encountered before: E.V.E, the Exceptionally Versatile Evolvanoid.

E.V.E was created by Dr. Robotnik way back in Sonic #21, programmed not just to seek out and destroy Sonic, but also to learn and adapt from each encounter in order to become even more deadly. Robotnik created E.V.E using both his own and Sonic’s DNA, believing it would give her a combination of his own genius and Sonic’s resourcefulness. What actually happened is that she got Robotnik’s evil and Sonic’s good. E.V.E decided to overcome her programming limitations by zapping Robotnik out of existence (he got better), and after being encouraged by Sonic to choose her own purpose, decided to leave Mobius and seek out her destiny in the stars.

That all seemed well and good back in Sonic #21, but when Sonic explained his previous encounter with E.V.E to the armada commander, Bagbar Beeblebrox, Sonic was blamed for the carnage that E.V.E had wrought and had to flee.

Too bad Sonic didn’t tell Commander Beeblebrox, “Don’t panic!” - that might have calmed him down. ;)

Feeling guilty for his role in E.V.E’s rampage of destruction, Sonic decided to go after her but was too late to stop her from absorbing another planet, and Beeblebrox’s fleet as well. Sonic managed to infiltrate E.V.E’s core and have a heart to heart with her, finding out that after she left Mobius she had been unable to find a home because everywhere she went she had been feared and threatened with destruction. However as she grew, E.V.E had started to sense other sentient computers across the universe and had taken it upon herself to “liberate” them from their masters, absorbing them into herself and destroying the planets they came from in the process.

Sonic pointed out that the computers weren’t really liberated, as they now served her instead of the people who had built them. E.V.E was distraught at this revelation, declaring herself no worse than her oppressors and deciding to kill herself - heavy stuff for a kids’ comic.

E.V.E gave Sonic enough time to escape and advised him to travel to the Bem homeworld of Argentium before throwing herself into the sun.

Unfortunately before he could get to Argentium, Sonic had to stop for repairs. Unable to afford the repairs himself, he entered a race so that he could win enough prize money to get the job done, wagering the ship itself as his entry fee.

…hmmm. Is it just me, or does this plot sound vaguely familiar?

Anyway, Sonic’s morale took a devastating blow when he came in second, as not only was he going to lose his ship, but he also now had to live with the knowledge that there was someone out there faster than him.

But it was immediately discovered that the alien who had won had used an illegal rocket booster and he was disqualified, making Sonic the true winner of the race and giving him the prize money he needed to repair his ship and continue on to Argentium.

Things didn’t exactly go to plan when Sonic got to Argentium, but I’ll go into more detail about what happened there in a later post.

Suffice to say, Sonic did indeed find the way back to Mobius from Argentium, and arrived home to find that even though from his perspective he’d only been gone for a few weeks, an entire year had passed on Mobius in his absence.

But he was reunited with his family, his friends, and his fiance, and that’s what matters, right?

…oh. Well, that’s awkward.

That’s all from me for today. Leave me a comment if you can think of any other space adventures I missed in ArchieSonic, or just to let me know what you’re thinking of this blog series I’ve been writing. Next time we’ll be looking at episode 36: “New love interest! They get together, yet she never shows up again!” See you then!

[mostlysignssomeportents]

This day in history

Going to Burning Man? Catch me on Tuesday at 2:40pm on the Center Camp Stage for a talk about enshittification and how to reverse it; on Wednesday at noon, I'm hosting Dr Patrick Ball at Liminal Labs (6:15/F) for a talk on using statistics to prove high-level culpability in the recruitment of child soldiers.

On September 6 at 7pm, I'll be hosting Naomi Klein at the LA Public Library for the launch of Doppelganger.

On September 12 at 7pm, I'll be at Toronto's Another Story Bookshop with my new book The Internet Con: How to Seize the Means of Computation.

#20yrsago BBC to put its entire archive online http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/entertainment/3177479.stm

#20yrsago Citytv invents live television blogging https://memex.craphound.com/2003/08/24/citytv-invents-live-television-blogging/

#20yrsago Save Christiania, August 30th march in Copenhagen https://memex.craphound.com/2003/08/24/save-christiania-august-30th-march-in-copenhagen/

#15yrsago Kids can’t “go out and play” anymore https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-2008-may-15-oe-brooks15-story.html

#15yrsago Mickey Mouse bridges the culture war when teaching evolution to evangelical students https://www.nytimes.com/2008/08/24/education/24evolution.html

#10yrsago LOVEINT: NSA spooks illegally stalking their romantic interests https://www.wsj.com/articles/BL-WB-40005

#10yrsago Why it matters that you can’t own an electronic copy of the Oxford English Dictionary https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2013/aug/23/oxford-english-dictionary-future-digitally

#5yrsago Law and Order Republicans have suddenly discovered the undeniable injustice of “flipped” prosecution witnesses https://www.washingtonpost.com/outlook/yes-witnesses-flipping-does-corrupt-justice-but-not-because-theyre-rats/2018/08/23/c88871c4-a71e-11e8-a656-943eefab5daf_story.html

#5yrsago TSA racially profiles Muslim woman, makes her show her bloody sanitary towel https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/i-may-have-to-quit-harvard--because-the-tsa-wont-stop-searching-me/2018/08/14/0dbdbb72-9a55-11e8-b55e-5002300ef004_story.html

#5yrsago The Democratic Party is surging thanks to leftist policies, but its leadership are convinced they have to stop it https://www.reuters.com/investigates/special-report/usa-election-progressives/

#5yrsago Prisoners in 17 states are on strike, demanding an end to prison slavery and basic human justice https://theintercept.com/2018/08/21/prison-strike-2018-attica/

#5yrsago “Bad health care has killed more American artists than I can list” https://austinkleon.com/2018/08/18/single-issue-voter/

#5yrsago Britain is a money-launderer’s paradise, Part LXII https://www.buzzfeed.com/janebradley/shell-companies-money-laundering-uk-paul-manafort

#1yrago Trump gave Moderna all the patent-waivers it needed to make a vaccine https://pluralistic.net/2022/08/24/waivers-for-me-not-for-thee/#vaccine-apartheid

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Autel IM608 Pro- All-In-One Automotive Scan Device

The Autel IM608Pro is an auto diagnostic device with a wide range of features. It offers advanced key programming and auto scan capabilities, as well as multilingual and diagnostics functions. The device is compatible with both PC and Mac computers and is available in both standard and extended versions. It also comes with a warranty.

Diagnostics capabilities

Autel IM608 Pro is an all-in-one diagnostics tool that supports 80+ makes and models. The device is able to perform OE-level diagnostics and offer a wide range of other services. It also comes with a year's worth of free software updates.

The IM608Pro can read IC Cards and transponder data. This means that you can find and solve problems with your vehicle's onboard computer system faster than with a regular OBD2 scanner. It is a good choice for locksmiths and automotive repair shops.

The IM608 is lightweight and comes with a 10.1-inch touchscreen display. Its design also makes it easy to use, even when you are using a mobile device. Its operating system is Android, allowing for fast booting and multitasking.

In addition to reading IC Cards and transponder data, the IM608 can also perform testing, key programming, and maintenance. It is compatible with a wide range of vehicles, including BMWs, VWs, and 3rd generation Benz vehicles. Its Bluetooth OBDII interface can be paired easily with your vehicle.

Advanced key programming

The Autel MaxiIM IM608 is a state-of-the-art ten-inch Android based touchscreen tablet with a number of advanced diagnostic features. The autel IM608 pro is a great tool for any auto technician or locksmith who is looking to replace old or damaged keys. The software suite provides all the tools necessary to get the job done. The IM608 boasts a number of features including a wireless JVCI J2534 pass-thru programming device and a number of OE level diagnostics. The device is available in two variants, the XP400 and the XP400 Pro, and both are capable of repairing your car's ignition system. Moreover, the IM608 is compatible with most Bosch engines, which makes it a formidable ally in the auto repair garage. The device is also designed to be portable, so you're not tethered to the bench all day.

Auto Scan tool

Designed for auto technicians, Autel IM608 Pro is an automotive scan tool that offers OE level diagnostics for 80+ makes and models. It offers a wide range of features and capabilities, including 20+ advanced service options, which can be used to perform scheduled maintenance tasks and read and erase DTCs and ECU information.

With an Android-based 10.1-inch touchscreen tablet, Autel IM608 key programmer provides total coverage of IMMO functions. Its key programming capabilities include a built-in MaxiFlash JVCI reprogrammer. In addition, it offers a high-performance operating system with a powerful Samsung hexa-core processor. This combination gives it high performance, enabling it to provide full-featured diagnostics and programming for almost any make or model of car.

It has a user-friendly interface and comes with a wide range of connectivity options. It includes a Bluetooth link that can stretch up to 210 feet, making it possible to connect to a vehicle at a distance. This enables you to easily retrieve the data you need for your diagnostics. It also comes with a handy carry case, which is ideal for storage.

Multilingual suite

If you are in the market for a new diagnostic tool, then consider Autel's IM608 tablet, which comes with a one year warranty and an 8.0 mega pixel camera. Also, there's a multilingual suite built into the package, ensuring that your clients will have an enjoyable diagnostic experience no matter which language you choose to work in. In addition, the IM608 is equipped with the best of Autel's arsenal, including the latest VIN based technology and an impressive selection of vehicle models. This includes all three generations of Benz and BMW cars, and is compatible with a range of vehicles from 1996 to today. This makes the tablet a great choice for any automotive shop.

The most exciting feature of the IM608 is the ability to perform a VIN based diagnosis, which is a huge step up from what was possible just a few years ago. Additionally, the IM608's new features include a feature that allows you to perform a more thorough search for faults, which is a step forward from the old school approach. Another impressive function is the ability to change certain transponders.

Warranty

When you get your Autel IM608 key programmer, you can rest assured that you're getting a tool that is covered by a warranty. You'll also receive free software updates for a year. If you want to keep your device in tip-top shape, you can sign up for the Total Care Program, which gives you one more year of updates. These updates include the latest software, reducing out-of-pocket repair costs and shop downtime. This program also covers the latest vehicle makes and models.

As part of the Total Care Warranty Program, the IM608 is backed by a 12-month manufacturer's warranty. If the tool becomes defective during that period of time, the tool can be fixed or replaced at no charge. If the tool is no longer under the warranty, it is still covered by the Total Care Lifetime Warranty Program.