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Need a Martin Mayhew Meme where he says, what's that won't let us have Winston or Dak? Won' trade us Russel or Watson.  Fine, I'll just put more bombs into or defense.  Let's see if Dak can tackle willie Jackson!

9 hours ago, FrFan said:

Bengals fans

"We are paying Awuzie and Hilton $13M/yr combined while WJ3 is getting $14M/yr...
I like this for us."

 

 

This cracked me up, I think Awuzie is the most overrated Defender dallas has had this decade.  I love burning him in Madden.

14 hours ago, Fresh8686 said:

rodgers pick 6

 

On the Rodges Pick 6 am I the only one who thought that was on the receivers route running as much as it was Jackson's play ability?

I would really like another experienced receiver to put alongside terry.  The other guys we have are fine for depth I think,  but I'm starting to realize, we are just through year one of the new brand and new culture.  We may need to prove our culture before it becomes attractive to other players.  

here' the thing.  Remember... if we don't miss that first FG... we kick a xp to make it up by 7

I don't think signing Collins was a mistake, the contract might make it seem so.  Kendal Fuller had a few plays where he looked out of sort too and with Covid messing up preseason, no idea how many of these issues are real, and not just a lack of time on field for everyone.  

1 hour ago, mistertim said:

 

The defenders made plays because Haskins handed them the plays to make.

 

First INT he stared his guy down and then the pass sailed high and left over the middle of the field directly into a defender's arms.

Second INT he again completely stared down the receiver the whole time before throwing, so the DB could make an easy break on the ball.

Third INT he again stared down the receiver the entire time so the DB could make another easy break and undercut the ball (which was also underthrown).

 

If he just tries to brush it off as the defenders making great plays, **** that noise. 

That's basically what I was saying.  when I hear him talk I her praising the other teams guys, but in my head I hear.   I didn' respect them enough to realize they could make those plays.   .  I mean that one safety... looked lik ea hall of famer, and the announcers were talking about how he worked in practice all week.

can we talk about the D a bit?   We didn't make as many pressures today, but it felt like once again our corners are staring into the backfield.   A lot.

The haskins post game interview was telling.  My assessment is the following:
 

1. Dwayne mentioned how defenders made the plays.  
2. While this does happen sometimes, I also felt he was late on some throws, which made it harder to make those throws
3. The game may not have slowed down for Dwayne yet, this is like rookie year for him still.  In college you can get away with underestimating the defense a bit, not so in the Pros
   
   That's what I think anyways.  He can learn from this, but given our history, I am not optimistic.  The good thing is, with no fans at fedex there won't bec alls to bench him in the stands for a while.

Play calling has been a bit suspect.  We need another WR that catches regularly.  Is dez still out there?  Thomas is still too raw.... this is going to be a bad year.  Get ready for it.  

We have young receivers yes, but they need a lot more reps, and we need a veteran receiving presence to rotate in there, so McLauren can get real breaks.

 

 I just saw some of his highlights on YouTube this guy reminds me of somebody

I like the talent.  Could be a third down back in a pinch too I bet.   

Count me in the 'never convinced on O'Connel' he might be a terrific assistant, but he didn't have enough time to really show much as an OC.  

Scott Turner was one of three names not named Kevin O, that were on my wish list to interview for this position.

I am optimistic about what he can do here.

Bye Ron Rivera... I never thought you were the problem for Carolina... but I wondered if losing to us the way they did would be the catalyst for his firing.. 

Ha ha ha Romo sucks! Dallas Sucks! 

It's a shame Roma will probably get traded to some lower-level team finish out his career in obscurity all because they couldn't protect him well I will not be crying a river that's for certain

So I just saw news that (Loosen up Sandy baby. You're wound way to tight.) may have injured his back against the Seahawks

And their rookie RB, Elliot, was seen at a Colorado Marijuana store...

(facepalm)

Sanchez has strenghts but he basically caps out as a game manager type.

 

Geno is awful. Like, really really awful. Nobody is winning with that guy.

 

I haven't seen enough of Geno to jump to a conclusion on him.  The jets are quite the dysfunctional franchise right now.  I don't think he's top echelon, and he's got similar issues that RG3 has of holding the ball too long and being afraid to make mistakes (at least the last time I saw him play).  I'm  not convinced we've seen the last of him in the NFL, but he's not had much support from what I can tell from where I sit.  

I honestly don't think that Sanchez and Geno Smith are that bad.  But I feel like the O for the JEts was held together with duct tape and tire sealant.

I'd post a video I just found on Youtube, but I don't know if its appropriate to post a youtube video of a cowboys fan ranting and cursing about the win.

And then I found this one...

oh and then this one of a Dallas fan crying

LOL.  That Bryant reverse TD is essentially the reason that Catch rules were revised in light of the Calvin Johnson play a few years ago..  Even if its a TD in the end, I still suspect Green bay wins this one.

The sad part is Tony Romo,

Noone will believe he actually beat the Lions last week
And noone will believe he lost this one to the Packers.

ROFL

I don't know who to feel more sorry for.  The officials for giving Dallas their play off game against Detroit, or For Romo, as noone will believe he actually won this game.

Problem #1: I believe twa is right and, while what he pasted doesn't list the part to be replaced, it's the hazard switch that needs to be replaced. I believe this will take care of your turn signal problem.

Problem #2: It sounds like the ignition switch is going bad. The ignition switch is the electrical part that is connected to the ignition lock (where you put the key). If it is going bad, it can cause a "no start" condition because the switch isn't sending any signal to start the car. That may also be the cause of your various lights you are getting in the dash. If the switch loses signal while the car is running, it can cause a whole litany of strange problems. Simply put, part of the car may think that it isn't running when it actually is and some electrical components might not be powered because the switch is telling them that the car isn't running. I'd start with the switch (as far as your starting problem) and go from there.

Well I already replaced the Hazard switch today, and the part worked at least for the hazard lights, but the left and right individuals still were not working right. I mean they work when the lights aren't on the dash, but when they are, they don't. Weird.

I went over to advance because I was pricing the switch for my AC Fan speed controller, and saw they do free Starter and Alternator Checks. So I had them try it. Sure enough the car didn't want to start. Battery has plenty of cranking amps (its rated at 875, and was at I think 809 on his read out, which for a 2yr battery is probably good.) The Alternator was putting out juice according to his readout, but he couldn't get a good gauge on the starter because it stuttered before starting. The more I think about it the more I think it is the switch.

This is ironic because a year ago I had to replace the lock cylinder because it locked up. That was the only part we replaced, its possible that I may end up replacing it and the switch again to get this right. Thanks for the advice, and I Hadn't thought about the engine not thinking its on, but my neighbor who's been helping me with the car, noted that sometimes a car may be in park, but not think it is, and hence won't let it start. Thanks for the advice, its much appreciated.

Got one possibly two different problems with my car and need some Mechanic advice.

I have a 2000 Chevy Impala (3.8L V6). The two problems are this:

1. The turn signals seem to work almost none of the time. Every now and then they'll decide to work, but mostly they don't and sometimes I get a 'buzzing' sound when I try to actuate them while driving. The four way hazard switch works (and I tried replacing it as some articles I saw online lead me to think that maybe that was the problem.) On top of that, other lights in the Instrument cluster light up but don't appear to be actually having problems, namely:

Traction Control Off Light

ABS

Air Bag Sensor Light

ANd sometimes the service panel will put out a Battery warning, or a Service Traction System Warning. I'm not sure I believe the later, because I have felt the Traction control kick in despite this light being off in the rain in the last few weeks.

2. Starting the car seems tricky. Sometimes I get in the car turn the key and its fine. Other times I can turn it, and after jiggling it a bit it will start. Other times it won't start unless I press down on the pedal (brake). I am wondering if this could be a sign of a fault in the switch or alternator. I don't think its the starter, as the car does eventually turn over. The other thing when the key is engaged often I don't here the starter 'click' until I release the key, which seems unusual.

Anyhow, problem 2 cropped up while I was waiting for a part I was told might solve the instrument panel lights. The Hazard lights do work with the current switch, but the turn signals seldom work.

Any suggestions on what the possible Cause might be?

On that engine, I believe that the crankshaft position sensor is located down on the bottom near the crank pulley (aka: harmonic balancer). It's probably not too hard to replace but it may need to be lifted into the air in order to access it.

Generally, the crankshaft position sensor gets its reference off of the crank pulley. Therefore, it would make sense for the crankshaft position sensor to be located directly adjacent to the crank pulley.

Yeah the 3.8 L sits sideways with the belts on the passenger side. Something tells me your right about ti being near the bottom, which means I'll probably have to take it to a mechanic as a lift is just not an option on my hillside street lol.