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Ladies' Suit

gc68 — Wed, 16 Aug 2023 15:37:16 +0800

I do know this is a men's fashion zone - but I am looking around for a good bespoke tailor for a ladies' suit.

It will be a birthday gift for my 21 year old daughter - i think it is about time she should have a set of formal wear.

Would appreciate some recommendations or pointers on tailors who have experience doing blazer / jacket for ladies with short skirt / long skirt / pants.

Budget wise - RM2k or thereabouts.

Thanks!

BMW iX1 EV Group

gc68 — Mon, 03 Jul 2023 08:53:01 +0800

The BMW iX1 xDrive30 EV was officially launched in Malaysia back in early May 2023.

List Price : RM285,800 recommended retail price with warranty and service package

Our group FB page : http://www.facebook.com/groups/mybmwix1

We do have a Whatsapp Group, link to join is located at the group FB page.

Specifications :

Battery Capacity Gross/Useable :" 66.4/64.7 kWh
Range (WLTP) : 438 km
Minimal Consumption (WLTP) : 17.3 kWh/100 km
Acceleration 0-100 km/h : 5.7 s

Performance Specs
Power: 230 kW (308 hp)
Torque: 494 Nm
Number of Engines: 2
Drive: 4x4
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 5.7 s
Top Speed: 180 km/h
Quarter Mile (402.3 m): 14 s
Fifth-generation BMW eDrive technology, one electric motor at the front axle and one at the rear, electric BMW xDrive all-wheel drive.

Official Range and Energy Consumption (Combined)
WLTP Range (TEL*): 438 km
WLTP Consumption (TEL*): 17.3 kWh/100 km
WLTP Consumption (TEH*): 18.4 kWh/100 km
Petrol/Gasoline equivalent: 1.95 l/100 km
* TEL (Test Energy Low) indicates the lowest values (most economical) with the lightest set of options
TEH (Test Energy High) indicates the highest values (least economical) with the heaviest set of options

Battery
Battery Type: Lithium-ion
Battery Capacity Gross: 66.4 kWh
Battery Capacity Useable: 64.7 kWh
Dimensions and Weights

Body Type: SUV
Length: 4500 mm
Width: 1845 mm
Height: 1642 mm
Wheelbase: 2692 mm
Weight: 2085 kg
Max Payload: 570 kg
Trunk / Boot Space: 490 l
Trunk / Boot Space Max: 1495 l
Frunk Space: Doesn't have a frunk
Max Trailer Load Braked: 1200 kg
Max Trailer Load Unbraked: 750 kg
Ground Clearance: 205 mm
Seats max.: 5

Charging
AC On-Board Charger Standard: 11 kW
AC On-Board Charger Optional: 22 kW
DC Fast Charging: 130 kW
DC Charge Port: CCS

Mondaine Swiss Railway Wall Clock

gc68 — Wed, 26 May 2021 08:46:47 +0800

I am looking to buy the famous Swiss railway wall clock by Mondaine.

Anyone here know are there any shops or dealers in KL area ?

I have tried the official website, unfortunately the US and UK sites do not offer International Shipping.

Disaster Combination DLink X5460 & COVR1870

gc68 — Thu, 20 May 2021 12:27:06 +0800

Just to give you guys a warning - don't try this

I have a Dlink DIR-X5460 and I just bought a pair of COVR-1870.

Used WPS to configure each of the 1870 units and after that I relocated the first 1870 upstairs to testing it out.

The LED light on 1870-1 was flashing white, which means weak connection.

Then I contacted DLink support to confirm if I can plug in the 1870-1 directly to the X5460 main router downstairs via Ethernet cable (into LAN port).

After the confirmation, I plugged it in and waited for 5 mins.

The main router X5460 hung. I could not access anything.

Have to reboot the main router before things starts to work.

Went back upstairs, the 1870-1 LED now flashing orange.

Update : Spoke to DLink support - managed to get the connection X5460 <--->1870 to work.

But in the end, the performance of the 1870 is no match to X5460.

IMPORTANT : DO NOT use WPS to setup the 1870 as extender to the X5460.

1 Device with 2 IP Address in Mesh WiFi env

gc68 — Wed, 12 May 2021 17:43:06 +0800

Got a question about Mesh wifi systems - if i have a mesh wifi setup with 2 mesh units - when i move from one area to another cover by diff units, will my IP address assigned by the DHCP in the router change or remain the same ?

Right now I have 2 units of Dlink DIR-X5460 - 1 unit is the main router connected to the modem and the 2nd X5460 is connected to the 1st one with Cat6 UTP cable from the WAN/Internet port of the 2nd unit.

And when I connected both the 2nd unit will autoconfig acts as an AP (?). The 2nd unit's setting for Internet is set to DHCP mode and the wireless part DHCP is ENABLED.

And I make the SSID and password for the 2nd unit same as the first unit.

Devices can connected and surf the net.

But I notice my iPhone was on 192.168.0.101 when i am near the first unit but later becomes 192.168.0.104 when i am near the second unit.

Is this even normal ? I thot for 2nd unit to act as an AP, we should turn off DHCP on the 2nd unit right ?

Any logical explanation for this ?

I am also not sure if this setup is a mesh wifi tho .....

Dual D-Link DIR-X5460 with same SSID?

gc68 — Mon, 03 May 2021 09:18:59 +0800

I bought 2 D-Link AX5400 DIR-X5460 routers for my new house - one for downstairs and 1 for upstairs.

I have managed to configure #1 to connect to Time Broadband and it works fine.

I'd like to put #2 upstairs - is there a way for me to make the 2nd router to have the same SSID as #1 router?

Appreciate any help and advice on this.

Thanks!

Growth Stock Investing

gc68 — Tue, 01 Dec 2020 18:57:30 +0800

This is a new thread that focus on investing the growth companies in the US markets.

This is a discussion thread for sharing of investing ideas, philosophies, portfolio management, books, company information as well as evaluating companies.

WARNING : Information shared or discussed on this thread is NOT INVESTMENT ADVICE. You MUST do your own research before investing.

WHAT IS GROWTH STOCK INVESTING ?

According to The Motley Fool (fool.com) :

"Growth stocks are companies that increase their revenue and earnings faster than the average business in their industry or the market as a whole.

Often a growth company has developed an innovative product or service that is gaining share in existing markets, entering new markets, or even creating entirely new industries.

Businesses that can grow faster than average for long periods tend to be rewarded by the market, delivering handsome returns to shareholders in the process. And the faster they grow, the bigger the returns can be."

So Growth Stock investing is about holding the shares of companies that outperform the markets.

You can read the full article here :

https://www.fool.com/investing/stock-market.../growth-stocks/

Some examples of growth stocks include (from fool.com) :

Paradox Alarm - Wired vs wireless/best installer?

gc68 — Tue, 08 Sep 2020 08:37:37 +0800

Will be starting home renovation and looking to install an alarm system for a landed property :

1. Anyone here using Paradox wireless system - how is your experience ? Is wireless more expensive than wired? I am keen on the type which have mobile app integrated.

2. How long does the battery in the wireless sensors last ?

3. Looking for installer for the alarm system in Subang, Shah Alam / Klang Valley area - any recommendations ?

4. Is ADT's solution really worth it ?

Thanks for all the advice and feedback.

Vinca uPVC vs Optima

gc68 — Mon, 02 Dec 2019 08:57:19 +0800

Hi

I am planning to replace my windows and sliding doors for the house.

So I am down to 2 suppliers - Vinca Tropical and Optima.

I have read some reviews on Optima here but not much feedback on Vinca uPVC windows.

Anyone experienced Vinca's products before ? How was it ? I was impressed with their sound insulation, which seems to be better than Optima's.

Any feedback on Vinca is much appreciated.

Thanks!

Nomos Retailers in Singapore

gc68 — Tue, 19 Mar 2019 08:10:01 +0800

Hi

I will be in Singapore later this week and I checked on Nomos website - they have 5 retailers in Singapore.

I'd appreciate some tips/advice on which are the best 2 retailers to visit, best as in price and product range.

Thanks!

Any good Property Agent in Penang?

gc68 — Thu, 20 Sep 2018 10:16:06 +0800

Hi

I am from KL and would appreciate it if anyone here who knows any good property agent base in Penang to recommend.

I have a landed property in Balik Pulau area to let go.

Thanks!

MPharm @ Nottinghaam UK vs Nottingham Msia

gc68 — Wed, 11 Jul 2018 17:30:45 +0800

Besides the difference in course fees, living expenses and slightly higher entry requirements for the UK campus, are there any other differences between the 2 ?

Share Trading Platform for UK & Europe Markets

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 07:30:00 +0800

Share Trading Platform for UK & Europe Markets

gc68 — Fri, 29 Dec 2017 09:23:40 +0800

Hi, I need some advice on which are the good trading platforms for trading UK and European shares.

What's important for me is low transactions fees, better if there are no monthly charges - I don't trade every day, estimated up to 5 to 10 transactions every 3 months to adjust my portfolio.

Of course ease of use/access is important for portfolio management. It will be good if they provide access to research reports like Moody's, S&P etc.

P.S. I am currently using Maybank Investment Bank trading platform for US shares but their rates and fees for UK shares are crazy.

Thanks for your feedback / advice.

WANTED : Graphic Designer (Print) Freelance

gc68 — Thu, 21 Dec 2017 09:25:37 +0800

Hi, We're looking for graphic designer with experience working on guilloche design - usually used in certificates documents (e.g. university degree certs, share certs, training certs).

We need to design some documents for a project. Will be good if you have experience working with vector graphics and Adobe Illustrator.

Do PM me if you are keen on the job.

Thanks!

Economic outlook for Malaysia in 2017-2019 period

gc68 — Sat, 08 Apr 2017 21:57:03 +0800

At the rate things are going for the Malaysian economy, do you feel that we have :

1. Hit the bottom already OR
2. The Worst has yet to come OR
3. The worst is over and we are on the uptrend

1, 2 or 3 ? And why ?

Foreign CUrrency A/C - Maybank vs HSBC vs SCB

gc68 — Wed, 01 Mar 2017 11:47:52 +0800

Hi

I am considering opening an FCA in USD. I would appreciate some advice on which one the 3 banks (Maybank, HSBC, Standard Chartered) gives :

1. Lowest fees
2. Best exchange rates from MYR to USD.

Thanks!

Copy Stand for DSLR Macro Shots

gc68 — Wed, 21 Oct 2015 20:04:31 +0800

Hi

I need a good copy stand to mount my camera for close up macro shots.

Does anyone here know where i can get one in KL?

This is an example of how it looks like :

Canon S100 "Lens Error"

gc68 — Wed, 08 Apr 2015 13:51:58 +0800

Folks, need some advice here. I have an Canon S100 camera and have been using it for close to 2 years. Last week when I power on the camera, it gave me an error message :

Lens Error
Will shutdown automatically
Restart camera

I sent it to KLCC Canon center and they quoted whopping RM600 to repair it ! And I bought the camera for RM1,000. When I told the person that I am shocked at such a repair price and not willing to pay that much, the person then recommended me to buy the newer S200 model !

Anyway I'd appreciate some advice on how else I can salvage the camera without having to pay a hefty sum.

And no I did not dropped it or knocked it against something.

Glass displays and cabinets

gc68 — Tue, 07 Apr 2015 09:09:20 +0800

Hi, I am trying to set up a shop and would appreciate it if any here can help me find people who can build these types of display shelves and glass cabinets. (See attached pictures)

Thanks.