Forum: Boating
05-23-2024, 06:19 AM
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Replies: 36
Views: 2,001
Welcome to Winni boating.
Old school boater here. So here are some pointers.
General rules of boating on the seacoast also apply on NH inland waterways.
Get familiar with the hills and mountaintops around the lake. They...
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Forum: General Discussion
05-19-2024, 05:32 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,391
Casino in Loudon
Bruton Smith, former owner of NHMS was lobbying for a casino across the street from the racetrack. That would have been an excellent choice for the local economy. Access from 93, available land and...
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Forum: Home, Cottage or Land Maintenance
05-13-2024, 01:43 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 962
Whirlpool diswashers
I had two. Both had the control panels replaced after the warranty expired. The Maytag repair guy estimates were about $250 to repair the panels. There is an eBay reseller that sells the panels for...
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Forum: Boat Repairs & Maintenance
05-12-2024, 09:43 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 792
Mes
I second MES! They did a fantastic job on the Formula, RV and the Avalon!
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Forum: General Discussion
05-09-2024, 07:55 AM
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Replies: 140
Views: 35,995
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Forum: General Discussion
05-09-2024, 07:52 AM
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Replies: 36
Views: 8,067
Verizon to AT&T
As I mentioned earlier, Verizon shut off 3G coverage. I no longer get service at my home near Shore Drive in Laconia. There is a huge dead spot in the West Alton Area of Rte. 11 and Cherry Valley...
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Forum: General Discussion
05-04-2024, 07:07 AM
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Replies: 29
Views: 7,980
Haffner's
Is Haffner's rated top tier gas? It is very important if you have turbo motors. I had been using Cumbies for years until I bought an Audi. I found out the fuel injections need deep cleaning and there...
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Forum: General Discussion
04-22-2024, 06:46 AM
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Replies: 36
Views: 8,067
Verizon Coverage
When they removed 3G, my HOA lost coverage. The 4G/5G signal is either blocked or too weak.
Verizon insists we have coverage because of a map. They are wrong. Enough calls from their customers in...
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Forum: General Discussion
04-20-2024, 06:46 PM
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Replies: 36
Views: 8,067
At&t
AT&T has the first responders contract in NH. They have expanded tremendously in the past few years, so I switched back to AT&T. Lots of dead zones on Verizon have disappeared.
Decades ago I...
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Forum: Boating
04-20-2024, 06:39 PM
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Replies: 44
Views: 8,946
It's been a big concern with Gilford residents...
It's been a big concern with Gilford residents who own boats. We pay taxes and we should be allowed to share the island residents' docks when they are not used. You are right, they are underutilized....
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Forum: General Discussion
04-17-2024, 06:45 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 5,092
Finn's Garage in Meredith used to have one. I...
Finn's Garage in Meredith used to have one. I tried to initiate one last year but could not find enough people to keep it going. If I can get enough interest I can continue this year. I have a great...
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Forum: Automotive
04-16-2024, 09:47 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,833
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Forum: Boating
04-15-2024, 07:53 AM
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Replies: 44
Views: 8,946
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Forum: Boating
04-14-2024, 07:53 AM
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Replies: 44
Views: 8,946
No. 4 years ago, I assisted an RI developer who...
No. 4 years ago, I assisted an RI developer who wanted to build a mall complex similar to other resorts with commercial as well as residential condos. The sticking point was water and sewage access....
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Forum: Automotive
04-07-2024, 07:46 AM
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Replies: 40
Views: 9,657
Valvoline did an oil and filter change on a new...
Valvoline did an oil and filter change on a new e-class MB. They did not use the specified euro spec synthetic oil and they added the wrong oil filter. The engine was trashed, and the owner sued for...
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Forum: Automotive
03-27-2024, 06:56 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 2,071
Neil's Laconia Garage
Neil Trinidad is my go to guy. He is located on 106 in Laconia before you get into Belmont. He takes care of the family's Nissans, Toyotas, and Subarus. He also takes care of my 2001 Jeep CJ with the...
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Forum: History
03-27-2024, 06:46 AM
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Replies: 218
Views: 218,242
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Forum: Automotive
03-17-2024, 06:58 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,872
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Forum: General Discussion
03-12-2024, 04:26 PM
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Replies: 85
Views: 19,592
Never had a problem.
Walked downtown a lot! The Riverwalk is nice as well as the WOW trail and Belmont rail trail. The police are pretty much present.
I live in the Wildwood Village. Walk almost daily to town and...
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Forum: General Discussion
03-11-2024, 05:49 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 5,937
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Forum: Restaurant Information & Reviews
03-10-2024, 07:37 AM
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Replies: 33
Views: 46,270
Gusto Cafe
Nick and Elena took over the old COE house and will open an Italian kitchen and marketplace. They were featured on NH Chronicle. They are off to a good start!
And congratulate them on their first...
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Forum: Restaurant Information & Reviews
02-29-2024, 07:36 AM
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Replies: 33
Views: 46,270
I knew the family as well. They had a large...
I knew the family as well. They had a large restaurant and lounge in Hooksett on Rte 3 back in the late 70s and early 80s. It was a popular night spot until the restaurant burned down. I grew up in...
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Forum: Outdoor Recreation
02-10-2024, 09:00 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 3,599
Sign of the times?
The 'big' mountains are taking advantage of teaching future generations of skiers. The way I see it, It's sustainability. They shouldn't have to take advantage.
I notice many parents are taking...
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Forum: Restaurant Information & Reviews
01-27-2024, 08:08 AM
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Replies: 33
Views: 10,094
Taste of legacy Cafe
https://www.tolcafeandcatering.com/
New in the area. Refreshing vibe and rotating menu. Located across the street from the Margate.
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Forum: General Discussion
01-07-2024, 08:27 AM
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Replies: 79
Views: 13,449
Bad lifestyle choices
I witnessed the same scenario in my former neighborhood. Originally a dirt road with small seasonal cottages comprised of blue-collar workers, firemen, and policemen. We would have block parties...
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