Epinions Recent Reviews for vitara12

If USA made buy, otherwise skip it

Mon, 7 Jul 2008 20:29:50 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author vitara12 - I finally joined the 21st century and put my hardside Samsonite out to pasture and secured this from an Ebay Seller for $425. It is black and 27" in size. It is expandable from 6399 cu. in. to 7466 cu. in. or approximately 2 inches total...

If USA made buy, otherwise skip it

Mon, 7 Jul 2008 20:07:40 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author vitara12 - I needed a good quality carry one that was durable but flexible. I found this Hartmann new unit from an Ebay Seller and purchased it for $199.00. This carryon is 20 inches and expands from 2380 cu in. to 2940 cu. in. when you unzip the expanding zipper...

No slip with Glacier Grip

Wed, 5 Dec 2007 13:29:46 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author vitara12 - I needed to replace my worn SnowTrakker tires on my Corolla so I opted for US made Mastercraft Glacier Grip II tires. I purchased a set of 4 from my local dealer. All inclusive price was $82.79 per tire. Advantages *Competitively priced...

USA made vortex heat

Fri, 2 Nov 2007 11:38:30 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author vitara12 - I purchased this heater at Sprawl mart because I needed one quickly and wanted to purchase another Vornado product. I paid $64.88 for this fan. It is a whitestone with 2 heat settings high and low plus a auto fan setting that can either keep the fan...

Retro cooling is way cool

Wed, 9 May 2007 18:54:07 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author vitara12 - Well here I am again, reviewing yet another fan, this time from Vornado. I found this fan on Ebay as an open box sale and the bid price I paid was $45.00. The normal "new" retail price for this fan is approximately $99.00. The fan is essentially new...

Pocket cooling quiet running

Mon, 23 Apr 2007 15:24:32 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author vitara12 - I found this fan at Wally World for under 8 bucks fall clearance and I needed a small, quiet desk fan for my office as it gets a bit warm. This fan comes in various colors and is all metal in construction. Alternate models from the same Chinese factory...

Small and powerful

Wed, 14 Jun 2006 17:25:18 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author vitara12 - Being the fan freak that I am, I could not resist this fan on clearance at walmart. Like other the lakewood fan I own, this one is all metal. The main difference is the design of the blades. This model uses the widely spaced tear drop style while the...

Ok but processor intensive

Mon, 20 Feb 2006 23:23:51 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author vitara12 - I purchased this device from TigerDirect as I wanted to grab stuff from my aging collection of VHS tapes before it was too late. Basically, I was seeking a device that would, in the simplest means possible, move them to DVD format. I did not care...

Forget about being on time on the E Coast trains

Mon, 9 Jan 2006 09:00:20 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author vitara12 - Having never traveled by train in the US, I opted to take Amtrak from Pittsburgh to W. palm beach to visit my parents for Christmas. I was excited about traveling on a train and my trip consisted of one leg on the Capitol Limited train 30 to Union...

Great PC for the money

Wed, 1 Jun 2005 23:51:47 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author vitara12 - I needed a new PC as my trust old HP was getting long in tooth. After much research, I decided I would try a BTO PC so I could get what I wanted rather than having to settle for a myriad of programs that I'll never use. Strengths...

2005 Toyota Corolla: Number one Toyota-san

Wed, 26 Jan 2005 23:16:26 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author vitara12 - I purchased this car after trading in my Suzuki Vitara due to engine problems on that Vitara that the dealer would not acknowledge much less fix. I was interested in a small 4 door model that got good mileage and would be reliable. I paid 14,500 for...

Quiet, efficient, and cleans well

Mon, 17 Jan 2005 23:49:10 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author vitara12 - My 5 year old GE gave up the ghost so I needed a new unit. After much research, I decided on Kitchenaid for the way its made. Strengths *Stainless steel interior means no cracks or stains. *Very good insulation, basically a mastic applied to...

A good deal on a great tire

Mon, 13 Dec 2004 14:12:26 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author vitara12 - Ok, so I borrowed an ad line from Kelly but I think that says it all. The size I am reviewing is 195/65r/15 which is the size for my Toyota Corolla 2005 LE. I purchased these tires new at my local Goodyear dealer for $53.00/tire plus mounting and...

Save money, but be somewhat technically savy to make this work

Sun, 5 Dec 2004 00:01:56 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author vitara12 - A new way to save money on your phone bill, Vonage takes advantage of your broadband internet connection to make and receive telephone calls over the internet backbone. Vonage is both your LOCAL and LONG DISTANCE, say goodbye to phone cards and...

True 5.8ghz quality!

Sun, 11 Jul 2004 21:36:24 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author vitara12 - I selected this phone for my Voip setup after my Siemens began giving me problems. I purchased this unit on Ebay for 129.99 + shipping, therefore your price may vary. I have the TRU8885 two handset model. Initial Setup I unpacked the phone...

Does very well in snow, not so good on ice

Tue, 9 Dec 2003 21:23:51 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author vitara12 - I purchased a set of four from a Cooper dealer. Price was approximately $83.00/tire Driving experiences I have a 2002 Suzuki Vitara(also reviewed here). This rig came with Uniroyal Tiger Paw A/S tires that did fine for driving during July...

Good quality and intuitive

Tue, 9 Dec 2003 21:11:11 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author vitara12 - This is a Siemens 2415 phone w/ answer. I purchased this phone on the internet from 101phones.com. Price was $74.00 including shipping. Good features *Its very easy to setup. I do recommend reading the instructions however otherwise you'll...

90 Feet is 90 Feet

Sat, 29 Nov 2003 18:14:00 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author vitara12 - This unit consists of the indoor module EMR963HG, the HG indicating that this unit will read both indoor and outdoor humidity. THat is accomplished by a remote sensor which comes with a bracket that can be mounted to wood by using the two enclosed...

Decent, depends on how busy they are

Sat, 29 Nov 2003 17:48:07 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author vitara12 - This is a PA based chain of carry out or delivery only pizza units. The name is now been changed to Vocelli Pizza, to better reflect a "name as good as the pizza". Well almost. I have found that this is probably the most inconsistent pizza chain...

Jockey® Classic Cotton Briefs - Multi-Pack: Once the elastic stretches............

Thu, 6 Nov 2003 00:33:58 GMT

rating: 1/5 by: Epinions Author vitara12 - Well, these briefs are indeed tempting to purchase. On first appearance, the soft combed cotton might spell comfort all day long. And that is indeed true. However, the elastic around the pouch area stretches badly thus allowing certain body parts to ha...

Required reading for corporate America

Sun, 2 Nov 2003 10:12:03 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author vitara12 - This book is savagely funny but tainted with questionable figures from certain chapters. However, after reading Mr. Moore's essay on corporate stupidity, I realize that he is truly enjoying himself at the expense of big business. The chapter called...

A better name.......Tiger Slick!

Sat, 1 Nov 2003 22:56:40 GMT

rating: 1/5 by: Epinions Author vitara12 - A good tire if it never snows or rains hard where you live. These tires are p215-65r-16 and come standard on the 2002 Vitara (see review) These tires have not failed in the sense I had a blowout or a tread separation. They have failed to provided adequ...

As good as Patton and still made in USA

Tue, 1 Apr 2003 00:56:21 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author vitara12 - I picked this fan up at a trade show from a vendor for $10.00. However, they are available at ACE, Truevalue, and Do It Best stores. Since it was such a good deal, I thought it would make a great backup to the Patton fan I own and have also reviewed her...

Portable tornado for those hot days!

Sun, 23 Mar 2003 23:13:25 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author vitara12 - Yes, I have a fetish for fans! Especially american made high velocity units.

Having tired of the made in china throwaway models, I popped 49.97 for this honey of a fan.

*It has three speeds.

*Six foot cord, with three prong plug...

Good beginner printer

Sun, 23 Mar 2003 22:56:01 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author vitara12 - I purchased this printer from Staples. I select HP because of prior experience with their products and their reputation as the premier printer company.

*This printer will not print quickly but for home use, it will suffice. It can handle #10...