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😂 well I'm looking at a bug deflector now in my living room haha. I ordered one from Amazon, have to get installing! I also had Kia install side steps. I looked at Amazon side steps, while there was some good looking options, with this item I was worried about quality. Most Amazon steps I found were rated around 250 lbs. The Kia steps are 410 lbs. They look good too! I'll be making a video soon. I'm on the fence with the hitch and wiring as it is quite pricey and I don't know that I'll need it for towing. I have a couple other vehicles with hitches.

Also I got the the Rove R2-4K dash cam!

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Thankyou for the view!

Eat too much in Costa Rica! The food is so good!

Thankyou! Such a beautiful country!

Gracias por la vista y maravilloso comentario

It would be nice on the top trims for sure!

Thanks for the view! The window visors don't just look good! They help with the sound in the cab with the windows open, but what I liked best about them is that when it is raining it offsets the rain just enough that it doesn't drip onto the inner door panel and controls. I cant speak for the organizer taking up any of that dead space, but I sure do like that hidden console! Perhaps some light modifications to the organizer may accommodate the use of both! Cheers!

That's the best! Yes I did some car camping and it is magnificent with the moon roof. Especially in the rain. If you order just one of the items through my link, it would be the 3rd order and they wont close down my account haha!

@@thejauntingape crap-I don't live in Canada.

Amen!

Thankyou! I'm glad your getting something from my videos. *I contacted kia about the price discrepancy and they are going to refund me for the price difference. That will put the total at $375 for the lights and installation.

Thanks for the view!

Yes I noticed they picked apart everyone and looked at everything they could possibly charge duty on. Its unfortunate, but the wait is worth the visiting the amazing country!

@@thejauntingape 😊glad you liked it inspite of all the airport hustlers and shakedown operatives, its actually my home country, a commenter on ur channel say to fly instead into the airport across the border in costa rica i never heard about that Hack, i was thinking of trying that the next time just to change it up when I go back home, my place is located near Ticuantepe, did u just hang out in Managua or did you go to other places?

@MrSamadolfo I have heard of the Liberia Hack before, but never tried it. I only was in managua on my arrival and departure nights. I spent the whole trip on Ometepe! I've got a few nice videos up already from there and more to come! I did a video in Cascada de San Ramon and one on ojo de Agua! Check them out if you have time!

@@thejauntingape 😊 ok cool I will, ive been to Ometepe three times so far, i think Ometepe is actually closer to Iberia Airport so that would make sense flying into there if ur final destination is the southern parts of NIC, I want to go to El Castillo, its on the far East side of that Lake ⛵🚢

@MrSamadolfo Yes! I there is so much more for me to check out on the next visit! I want to rent a car and do my own thing. I like to explore as much as I can!

Thanks for the view! And thanks for being honest, Abe!

Thule is good too! I'm looking at their cargo boxes

Hey, thanks for the view! While I am not 100% certain that it WONT fit, from what I can see online, the cargo covers that fit a 2010 are usually advertised as "fits 2010-2015 sportage" This makes me believe that with the much different design they have now. It likely will not fit. Hope that helps.

Ah, do you live in a place where it is needed? I live in Saskatchewan, and the weather is very cold here. Any vehicles sold here have the block installed before they are sold.

@@thejauntingape oh it could be too, im from Ontario quite cold but maybe not as much as Saskatchewan. Cant wait to see you posts about the car....

There's so many good things for it! On Tuesday it's is going into the dealer for a few dealer accessories, I'll be posting a video on those goodies as well!

Hey Miles, Thanks for the view! Ya the secret storage is pretty cool, 3 weeks after installing it and it is snug as a bug! I spent some time looking around for the rear seat only cargo mat, unfortunately, all I can find is the kits with the whole cargo area. However, I do keep the cargo area one in there on top of the new one, as it is super handy to slide out and dump any dirt or whatever might be on it. The back seats remain protected.

[Don't weep]

I thought It tasted a lot like Redbull, I brought back a few packs to give to my crew, and they really loved it!

The heated windshield you will be able to notice if you look really close at the windshield, there are super tiny elements inside of it. Also the heated mirrors come on with the rear defrost :)

Thanks for the Visit!

Don't count the days! Make the days count!!

:( This is the first time I have heard of FEIC not nailing it. How long were you in Thailand, and how long was it before they got back to you? It could be that the CAAT portion was not completed a couple of weeks before your arrival to the land of smiles!

You could wind up with one heluva mess on your hands!

Great Car! And thanks for the comment! Ill be posting some more neat things about the car as soon as they arrive! Including some of the Kia accessories. Step sides, lighting etc. Stay tuned!

Gracias por el comentario, su país es increíble y no puedo esperar a regresar en unos meses. Hay mucho más para ver.

No entiendo INGLÉS PERO CREO QUE DISFRUTO BASTANTE RICO ASÍ AL AIRE LIBRE EN LA NATURALEZA MISMA. BIENVENIDO SEA A ÉSTE PEQUEÑO PAÍS ❤PARA QUE NO NOS OLVIDE

Ciudad QUESADA., SAN CARLOS, me alegro mucho que estés CONTENTO DE ESTAR EN NUESTRO PAÍS. ERES IGUALITO A MI PRIMO MARLON.

tu país es hermoso en todos los idiomas!

This is what I was told! The flight options from where I live are a heck of a lot mor appealing in and out of Liberia as well. Next time!

🙂 I never heard about the Liberia hack, i'll check it out, thanks

I have been there 4 times and I am always reluctant to tell them my profession “active duty military” I have never had an issue, until the 4th time they held my passport and went to get some further guidance but it only took about 10 minutes. Overall I agree I love the country.

@@TroyTerrell404 Thanks for the confirmation, any problems with Customs and Duty Tax on your items? Because at the Airport they are harrasing and hustling most passengers now for every dime and nickle

Actually I really regret not going to see the falls, and i think the only way to scratch that itch is to return! I suppose I could (should) have booked a tour where they pick me up from my hotel and a guide takes me in if I was too nervous to go on my own. I feel I was super lucky not to have been pulled over by the police with all of the driving I was doing, there was definitely no shortage of them, and they had several check stops along the way. However every time I approached a check stop, they had people in there already and didn't even look at me.

@thejauntingape yeah, I guess a tour is one way to do it. Interesting, hadn't heard about check points. I may ultimately decide to primarily use buses to/from the airport, Uber to major areas, and rent a car/scooter w/in smaller areas if needed.

That probably isn't a terrible idea. For me, getting in those situations where you don't really know where you are, but you aren't really lost because you really don't have anywhere to go is when I get that super rush inside haha!

@@thejauntingape a super rush, indeed! Will check out your other videos next. Safe travels.

Right on! I hope you enjoy!

Aside from all of the diverse micro climates you find in Costa Rica, the health care is top notch, safety is quite high. The political situation is much better than some of the neighboring countries. While the cost of living may seem to high to a tourist, I think if you lived there and figured the system out you could live for fairly cheap. Rent is definitely a steal of a deal, at least from the retirees I spoke with in Cahuita it was. But for me it is the micro climate thing. How there can be a totally different ecosystem and climate in literally an hours drive is amazing, and you can keep chasing that!

It is a very hard place to leave! The longer you stay, the harder it is to leave. I am also planning to return in November, I have a soft spot for Loy Krathong in Chiang Mai. Unbelievable festival, the entire city is pure gold for 3 days of celebration!

@thejauntingape oh wow, that sounds amazing. I'm only there (CM) for a week as heading on to Australia. 20th til 27th to be precise.

Ah I see, they base the festival on the 12th full moon, which I believe falls on November 16th this year. Last year it was the 28th and it was amazing! But so was everything else! I have a few other videos on Loy Krathong, Doi Suthep and a river cruise I would encourage you to have a peek when you have some time. The night tour of Doi Suthep is amazing and there is a secret viewing platform there to get the view all to yourself! We might be there at the same time, I have not put in for my holidays yet but regular time off starts on the 26th so if I can get approved a week early Ill be there haha! Looks like Ill be missing the festival this year as well.

@thejauntingape I shall make a note of the river cruise and private viewing platform etc . Many thanks. I'll certainly check out the suggested videos too. Be lucky (wink)

You know what, I haven't put 500km on it yet, I drove it to the city and back haha! 8.4 is what I got on the highway and 5.8 throughout my day in the city. It was pretty cold, I don't imagine the battery is as efficient as it might be above zero. I'm curious as to if your forte was all wheel drive?

@thejauntingape the Forte was front wheel drive, I was hoping the sportage would have an all wheel drive defeat option for eco mode driving but that said, as the temperature climbs so does the sportage's efficiency, I'm getting good numbers above 8° , the warmer the better

@@jimmyv8307 Well its the time of year for warmer temperatures! (I hope). So far with the 500 km I am quite happy with my decision, The Mazda CX50 was my runner up, I could appreciate the driving experience with it, but it lacked tech and most importantly cargo area! I like to car camp!

Just an update here, now that I've put a few km on it. Today was a 714 km journey, my trip computer told me it did 7.5 l/100km, I did the actual math on all the fills and my actual usage was 7.1 l/100km. Not a huge difference, but definitely the right direction! There was a decent crosswind the whole trip so I'm pretty ok with those numbers. I did a 500km trip last week and it was showing 6.7, I didn't do the actual math on that one tho! 😖

Thanks for the comment! I had the time of my life! Yes the Caribbean coast has a certain type of magic going on for sure. I am working on the next leg of my adventure at the moment, Tortuguero is the next stop and also is a fantastic place!

Thanks! Wake up and smell the lizards!

Thankmoo You!

Maybe you don't live in an area where an engine heater is necessary? Where I live it will get down below -40 so a block heater is key! A battery trickle charger would be nice, I will be installing one for sure!

I was in a time crunch, but I plan on making a return in the not too distant future! I had no idea it was #8 and I'm kicking myself now. But helps to justify my return! Thanks for the view and comment!

Thanks I'm glad you enjoyed it!

Great comment! Thankyou! Yes I need to get back there soon, there is so much more to explore! I want to venture into the southwest part of the island, I have not been there yet.

Thanks for the view! Glad you liked it :) Sooooo, I rented a car through expedia which was supposed to land Me a car from Ace rent a car. When I showed up with my itinerary to the Ace office, they told me they didn't have any cars! I had booked 2 weeks in advance! There were about 6 different rental companies in that office that I asked after for a car and nobody had one. I was told to cancel my reservation and come back to see if there was a car tomorrow haha! With my lips hanging, I sat on the curb outside looking for a resort as my road trip dream was bashed. Right before confirming a RIU reservation a man came out yelling that a car had just come in early. This guy was from Nelly. So I ended up renting through Nelly but it was more expensive than my original. Conclusion! I have rented directly with Avis in the past with no hassle, they however usually require advance booking as they tend to sell out. I just returned from Costa Rica, and I used Economy Rent a Car there and this was probably my best experience. DONT USE A 3RD PARTY FOR A CAR RENTAL! And stay tuned for my costa rica trips!

gracias por el comentario. Tu país es muy hermoso y quiero regresar muy pronto.

You bet, if you contact them before you arrive they can set up the CAAT for you, then you just send them your entry stamp when you land and you should be cleared by NBTC within a day or 2. I had mine within 24 hours of landing

@@thejauntingape I’ve just processed my insurance and paid for their registration service. What an awesome company!

@tomwillz6985 right? I was so excited about how easy it was I had to make a video! All the best on your trip, I'm jealous!

@@thejauntingapeI’ve received my insurance certificate and FEIC submitted my CAAT registration March 12th 2024. I’m really hoping it will get approved before I arrive on March 28th. Do you think it’ll go through by then? Fingers crossed it would mean I’ll be capture images within a few days of landing! 🤞🏻 Thanks for your video - wouldn’t know where to start without it! 😊

@tomwillz6985 Your welcome! From my experience, it usually goes faster than what the websites say. Usually I see the "up to 14 days" with the CAAT. So I would say your golden there! Super exciting! I hope you are sticking around for Songkran!

Thanks for the view!

Tough question! Many variables, I'd say line of site means if you can't see it then it's a no go! I think I would just not fly at night.

Hi, thanks for the comment! As far as I know you need to apply for special permits throught the national parks. However, I have read that thailand has changed the rules and allowing flight in parks as long as the drone is properly registered and insured. I haven't found this in writing on any official sites, and when i was there in December, they were still checking bags to make sure you weren't sneaking in a drone in SOME parks. Phi Phi island itself I believe is not a park and you can fly it there. It's Maya Bay and Pi Le lagoon that are protected. I would be blown away if they allow drones in maya bay, I think it would be catastrophe with the amount of people that would be doing it. Hope that helps

Thankyou! And what a beautiful country you have! I'll be back to see some more!

Venomous yes! I learned shortly after the video it is a viper, and baby vipers can't control their venom dosage so they give you everything they have! Learning experience 😂

Top Comment right there haha! Thanks my friend! Eyes on the prize!