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Yes, they typically have a lot more torque and can accelerate much faster. So they tend to wear tyres more quickly.

nicktork commented on EV Car Tyre Recomendation
Tyres are something I would never go cheap on. I haven't heard of any of the brands you mention. When there's just a hand's width of rubber…

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ATTS on Kensington VeriMark Desktop Fingerprint Key, $79.57 Delivered @ Amazon AU

No wires. Just a lump sticking out of your USB port by a few millimetres.

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AlexF on Kensington VeriMark Desktop Fingerprint Key, $79.57 Delivered @ Amazon AU

It detects as a "ChipSailing" biometric device and installs the driver automatically. It works reliably, almost all the time unless I have…

nicktork commented on [Used] WD Ultrastar 14TB SATA HC530 Enterprise Hard Drive $237 Delivered @ East Digital
Probably should point out that they have been previously used. "Used, Super Clean Server Pulls Grade-A Cosmetically Perfec Near New 100%…

I missed not having a fingerprint scanner on my new laptop, so I bought one from AliExpress for less than $20. I prefer the slimline ones.…

nicktork commented on Is MSY Still The Place to Go for Computer Parts?
MSY are famous for attempting to deny warranty claims. They've been in trouble for it several times.

nicktork commented on G5 Antenna - Which One Should I Buy?
I recommend the x-shaped Panorama DMM-7 antennas. You can find them on Amazon. Just make sure you get the correct connectors -- some modems…

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bundym8 on NAB Qantas Business Signature Card: 150,000 Bonus Qantas Points ($4,000 Spend in 60 Days), Annual Fee $295 @ NAB

I missed that part, apologies. I thought it was the Qantas Signature card.

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llanfachreth on NAB Qantas Business Signature Card: 150,000 Bonus Qantas Points ($4,000 Spend in 60 Days), Annual Fee $295 @ NAB

https://www.nab.com.au/content/dam/nabrwd/documents/terms-and-conditions/loans/nab-choice-package-terms-conditions.pdf

nicktork commented on NAB Qantas Business Signature Card: 150,000 Bonus Qantas Points ($4,000 Spend in 60 Days), Annual Fee $295 @ NAB
You can get this card with no annual fee if your mortgage is with NAB.

nicktork commented on NZ South Island - Camper Van Company Recs
It's a few years ago, but we used Wilderness Motorhomes. They gave us a brand new European motorhome. Not cheap, but it was one of the best…

nicktork commented on 10000 + 20000mAh Powerbanks
The one OP linked is currently 20% off on the INUI store. https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/908109

nicktork commented on Any Websites Where User Can Submit What Price They Got Their Vehicle for at The Dealers?
Just use a broker, like Motorscout. It doesn't cost you anything and can save you thousands. I've used them twice and can't recommend their…

nicktork commented on 10000 + 20000mAh Powerbanks
I have the one you linked and I'm really happy with it. It powers my laptop with no issues. Recharges very quickly at 65w, too. It…

Boost is the only MVNO that gets access to the full Telstra retail network. All the others like Belong, Aldi and Woolworths get access to…

I have a dual SIM phone. SIM1 is Boost (Full Telstra 5G network) and SIM2 is Amaysim (Optus 4G network). Out of a couple of hundred nights…

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ThatNintendoKid on DJI Neo Mini Drone with 4K UHD Camera (Controller-Free) $254 Delivered @ Amazon AU or $244 @ DJI eBay Store

For me, mainly in state forests or beaches (when there's nobody around). The DJI software won't actually let you launch the drone if you're…

nicktork commented on DJI Neo Mini Drone with 4K UHD Camera (Controller-Free) $254 Delivered @ Amazon AU or $244 @ DJI eBay Store
This is a great starter drone, I have one myself. There are reports of them randomly flying away and crashing though, check out…

I haven't used TrueNAS so can't really advise on the pros/cons, sorry. I boot from a high-endurance SSD into Proxmox, then boot ArcLoader…

Yes, the Intel N100 or N150 chipset is a much better option if you want to use hardware transcoding in Plex etc. I have a 2-bay N100-based…

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jimmyj316 on TCL 75" C8K 4K UHD Premium QD-Mini LED TV $3295 + Delivery ($0 C&C/ In-Store) @ JB Hi-Fi

I think it takes a few days for G'Day Parks to activate the Good Guys Commercial perk.

nicktork commented on TCL 75" C8K 4K UHD Premium QD-Mini LED TV $3295 + Delivery ($0 C&C/ In-Store) @ JB Hi-Fi
It's $500 cheaper at Good Guys Commercial -- $2794. I bought the 55" C7K version last month, it's excellent. Link, for those who have…

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SupermanPrime on Novated Lease with LeasePlan and Won't Allow Us to Claim Home Charging for Our EV

You can claim for anything maintenence-related. Just scan the receipt and lodge the refund claim via their portal. As long as you've built…

nicktork commented on Novated Lease with LeasePlan and Won't Allow Us to Claim Home Charging for Our EV
I found it too difficult to claim home electricity with SG Fleet for my Mitsubishi PHEV. They wanted a dedicated metered power circuit and…

nicktork commented on [QLD, NSW] 2025 GABS Craft Beer Festival 2 for 1 Ticket Offer - Single Day Entry for 2 - $49 + $5 Fee @ Ticketek
I refuse to buy any ticket that offers nothing except the opportunity to buy stuff once I get inside.

nicktork commented on Installing or Updating Oracle Java on Server
Read the Oracle licencing agreement very carefully, it was updated last year. If you install a semi-modern version of Java on a single…

Volkscare in Boronia always looked after me. A fraction of the price of the stealerships.

I have the 55" version of this. It's fantastic.

I prefer RFC2549. https://www.rfc-editor.org/rfc/rfc2549
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