Rolex Yacht-Master 116622 with Blue Dial.

This is the 2nd generation of Rolex Yacht-Master Platinum model. The first generation is with platinum dial (read silver colour), which is very hard to read (the time) as per reviewers online, and also from a friend of mine that owned one. So, this sunburst (the reflection makes it burst like a sun) blue dial is a more welcome design to many, introduced only in 2012. Personally I like watch with white dial, but is not available in this Yacht-Master model. I have a Seiko in blue dial, before my Tag Heuer.

The blue dial model is actually cheaper than the previous (still in production) platinum dial, by around USD1000 (RM3000). The blue dial is going for RM35k in Malaysia, while the platinum dial is at slight more than RM38k.

Rolex price is fixed everywhere. Most authorised dealer will sell at MSRP, while Rolex do allow a controlled discount % that can be given (from what I heard). Upon inquiring, one of the AD offered 10% discount for the platinum dial, and 5% for the blue dial. They said the blue dial just came in, so not willing to discount much. Platinum is an expensive material, so is understandable that the Platinum dial version is of higher price.

Do that note that Rolex has improved the model of the platinum dial, on the bracelet. The old model is going for RM35k, while the new model is at RM38k (before discount). Go for the newer model I would say.

Can’t afford to own it, so the pics serve well to ease the thirst…(or worsen?)

The bezel is made of Platinum. The red hand of second really stands out from the blue.

Sapphire glass, so will not get scratch easily. However, the bezel might get scratched after some wearing.

The bracelet is polished to shine on the center link, making it a two tones bracelet. Nice!

People said Rolex is for life…pass from generation to generation. Maybe I should get one for Emmanuel (but me wear first)? By the time he is 28, the price would be more than double already. So is wise to buy now for him.

What say you, dear?

Rolex Explorer II White Face, Rolex Explorer II Black Face, Rolex Yacht-Master Platinum.

(RM25k, RM25k, RM38k as of 6 June 2013. Price increases by around 5-10% annually.)

Hahaa…better keep those dreams as dreams.

We went to see the doctor for bandit. Emmanuel didn’t cry until doctor put some liquid on the wound, I am sure that really hurts.

May God bless Emmanuel for quick recovery and no infection. Thank God for the braveness in Emmanuel. In Jesus name, amen.

Took the photo this morning before going to church.

Changed oil filter, RM50+.

Total cost around RM510 for the service.

Supposed to be 20,000km service, but my ride is just 13,000km. Still, it has reached the 6 months interval period, so have to send it in so that the 5 Years Warranty will not void.

Service quality? Found some black oil stains on my car bonnet. Luckily my seat and steering are black as well, else I believe there might be some stains from the dirty hands…at least I am not seeing now on my dark colour seats and steering. They used to wrap the seat with plastic and steering with plastic as well (my previous service). Didn’t see it this time, I guess they are too busy.

Megumi and her nephew (Aphieny) at playground in Miri, Shell Boat Club.

Thanks go Samsung Galaxy S3 burst mode, I managed to capture the moment!

Aphieny’s sister, Rachel…joining the FUN!

My sister’s family…

On the left is Samsung LED 23″, left is Dell 30″.

Have to get a good display card to drive the Dell, as the resolution is 2560 x 1600 px. More than Full HD. My old display card got burnt, so I bought a new one that support TWO DVI output.

EVGA is said to be the No 1 nVIDIA display card in the USA. I have bought one for my wife’s computer, she uses TWO Dell monitor with two FULL HD resolution (both DVI). Digital output is much richer in colour than VGA analog output.

Too bad, the Samsung SA350 does not support DVI, while only HDMI. Yes, the EVGA I bought has one HDMI port, but is mini HDMI. So I will need to get a HDMI to mini HDMI converter, or DVI to HDMI converter.

Going to get one tomorrow (if I am free).

The inside bottle is like the below. Make sure you don’t tilt it after opening, as fluid will flow out from the yellow tip.

Applying is quite easy.

1st: Clean your windshield. Make sure it is dry after cleaning.

2nd: Pour RainX onto a clean dry cloth. Then wipe in circular motion over the entire windshield. Personally I applied some force when circling it.

3rd: Wait for the RainX to dry, around 10-15 mins. You will see HAZE like dirt on the glass.

4th: Clean the haze with a dry cloth. Done.

Immediately you can try test the EFFECT by pouring some water onto the glass. Yes, water won’t stay there and all flow down smoothly. Good.

Called my usual grass cutter to come trim the grass in my garden. Not very long, but better to get them trimmed to look nicer. RM40, reasonable or slightly on the cheap side.

Then, at around 4pm, rained. Stopped at around 5pm, and when checking the garden, I noticed that my cars are so very dirty! All the dirt from the grass cutting are on my cars. No, cannot just wipe using cloth this time, as the dirt is grass and sand and soils. So, decided to rinse all my cars and wash the car porch. Took around 1 hour+ to get them all done, and I am happy with the results.

Have my children playing in the small swimming pool at the same time. Yeah, enjoying themselves during the weekends.

Done some USED products uploading at ShaShinKi. Still have many more to go…

Thank God it is Saturday!

Can’t tahan the dirt…so pull out a wet cloth and start wiping out the dirt. Yeah I know I should rinse, wash, rinse…but I just don’t have that much time for a total car wash. Wipe is enough for me.

Surprisingly, thanks to the wax, the dirt is super easy to clean! The surface is very smooth, and I cleaned the car in around 15 minutes. The wax looks great on the paint, hopefully it will last long for at least a month. 3 months would be good, and 6 months is too good.

Not just coffee, it can serve Teh Tarik too…hahaa…interesting.

It took around 2 hours for car servicing, so I went to their showroom to checkout their cars. The 508SW looks interesting.

The boot is powered by electric. So close or open can be done by just pressing a button. Neat.

Internal design is good too. Panoramic roof, modern buttons, large LCD…etc.

I think it is a nice car, but personally I don’t like Wagon design. Maybe just the normal 508 will do, but no…not another Peugeot (I already have TWO). :p

I did checked out some other models in the showroom too, more later…

Peugeot 308 Griffe (is actually 308 Turbo with some cosmetic change)

Quite a nice car in my opinion., the 308 Turbo. However, this GRIFFE is not what I think is nice. The carbon fibre skirting surrounding the car looks like poor quality. The one below the front door is already broken. Yeah…for a new showroom car.

Griffe has some changes in the interior as well. Now add RED stitching to the seat, steering, gear knob, handbraake…etc. For me, if leather upgrade then better.

Then I go check out the 508 Sedan version. I think 508 is nice only for the WHITE colour. Black one looks dull to me. White looks elegant and clean, but of course have to keep it clean all the time lah…which is difficult…

Haha…enough for WINDOW shopping while waiting for my 407 to be ready.

On the servicing part, paid RM413 for the servicing (RM333 on Total oil and RM90 labour fee, less RM10 for Peugeot Privilege member). Around 1.5 hour in total spent.

Some of the food we ordered.

Not bad…

The children just loving it!

Happiness…priceless.

Can see but cannot eat…what a torture… :p

She found a Chuck Chuck in her bag…

Beginning of a torture…

Think can bite it opened?

Scissor?!

Getting impatient and frustrated…

Found a breakthrough on the wrapping…

Yeah…

(I have to jump in to remove the plastic wrapping at the end…)

Today, I have several hours free. So decided to do the waxing job at a car wash shop that I have visited by never tried. I have spoken to the boss (Mr. Awal, a young man), and his knowledge on car detailing convinced me to give him a try.

The shop is using Meguiar’s product. I actually found the shop when looking for Meguiar’s products nearby. Only then realising that a clay costs RM150, and detailer around RM100. I doubt I am going to have the time or patient to do that to all my cars. So, forget it. Let the experts earn the money they deserve.

First step is washing the car. They are quite detail in washing, I am satisfied.

Then come to the detailing job. The owner, Mr. Awal (see photo below) first use tar remover over my car. Making sure all tar or stubborn dirt are removed.

Now comes the more difficult work. Waxing. Before that, I have agreed to have “Clay & Wax” package, costs RM80. This is using Meguiar’s Ultimate Wax. However, after claying, the surface remains rough. Not very smooth surface even after waxing (buff by hand).

It seems that either the clay is not that effective, or the overspray has been too hard / long on the surface. So the owner recommend a step up…Meguiar’s Cleaner Wax method, with machine buffing. RM120, and I negotiated till RM110.

Seeing the car being waxed and machine buffed, I am satisfied.

The owner is very good (detail and patient), but the other staff isn’t that detail. Both of them waxing my car, so half good, the other half Great! I have to remind and do QC check myself to the other staff and Mr. Awal, so that my car is in the condition that I am satisfied.

Overall, I think RM110 is well worth the job and quality done. No, don’t polish your car. Wax is different from polishing. Deep polishing will cut thin the clear liquor of your car, clay and wax don’t.

Car at home.

Time spent? 3 Hours. Yes, that’s a bit long, and I was there all the time. :p

(Don’t do this at home…by yourself…)

No hassle, simple and fast replacement. Good from Dell.

The new replaced monitor is Nov 2012 manufactured (stated behind the monitor). Good.

The problem of my old monitor is that it shuts down from time to time by itself, even in the middle of me typing or using the computer. It is getting more frequent, so I decided to give Dell a call to settle it while it is still under the 3 years warranty term.

A note though, Dell service personal told me that the replacement monitor might have “refurbish” sticker on it. Not sure if some will get a refurbished or new unit for replacement, but I am glad mine is new.

Photos took by my kakak…can’t complain now…next time I should use my own tripod… :p

Cake from Seasons, simple but nice. No Secret Recipe as too big for us.

Megumi is enjoying the cake…

I bought a present…for my kids.

They are happy, I am happy.

Happy Birthday!

Thanks love!

Delicious! Raisins and nuts inside.

Catering by Restaurant Hui Huang. Great food!

Skudai Chinese Methodist Church choirs. With a short sketch bringing out the meaning of Christmas.

The guests.

Megumi, friends and cousins are having fun time with balloons.

We do birthday celebration for Emmanuel as well. Thanks for the Church choirs for singing out the wonderful birthday songs (Chinese + English)!