Spyder=computerized marvel

[IdahoMtnSpyder]

You know unless you buy something from 1970's or before everything has computer this and that in it now..I don't think we will ever get out of owning something that is not computer ran these days.
Hell even my dryer has a computer in it now...:yikes::yikes:

A recent news article about hacking into an automobile control system stated that today's cars have 50 to 70 processors in them, few designed and programmed directly by the auto manufacturer.

In my 1986 Nissan Maxima that I used to own everything on the engine was computer controlled except valve timing. In my 2005 Maxima I have now even the valve timing is computer controlled. Computers have been an integral part of cars for over 30 years, which is almost as long as PCs have been around!

 

[Bob Denman]

 

[Pirate looks at --]

Now I know

....why my Spyder keeps calling me Dave!:roflblack::roflblack:

 

[Highwayman2013]

Worry less, ryde more.

 

[Bfromla]

It is amazing what we can do with 0s and 1s. We can send a spacecraft millions of miles into space and talk to and control it. Only with the aid of a computer. The Spyder is also one of these computerized marvels. It's truly amazing. But I'm beginning to think that I've made a mistake buying this machine. The machine is way too complex for my needs. I love the KISS way of thinking. I can design and build a car that goes from 0 to 60 in 3 seconds with a 1600cc engine and corners at more than a G without a computer and it's very simple and reliable. (I'm just finishing one now) The Spyder has a zillion computerized things to go bad...and they do go bad...just read this forum. I'm really impressed at the sophistication of the Spyder and it is fun to ride...but how many infuriating problems will I have over the life of this complex machine. There was a time that I felt like I could diagnose and fix anything that happened to my machines. NOT NOW. My John Deere Backhoe required a $2700 computer replacement with only 400 hours on the clock...and out of warranty. Why do I need a computer to tell my tractor when to go forward or back. Simple hydraulic valves can do the same thing and they cost $50 when they fail (which they hardly ever do). I will probably not own the Spyder for long. it's a hoot, I love the ride, but the first stupid computer failure will be the end for me I'm afraid.

 

[Bob Denman]

Worry less, ryde more.

:agree:

 

[Bob Denman]

Man; or Machine? :dontknow: