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Turn-based strategy is a computer and video game genre of strategy video games that through stop-action simulates the considerations and circumstances of operational warfare and military tactics in generally small-scale confrontations as opposed to more strategic considerations of turn-based strategy (TBS) games. 

Turn-based tactical gameplay is characterized by the expectation of players to complete their tasks using only the combat forces provided to them, and usually by the provision of a realistic (or at least believable) representation of military tactics and operations.

Turn-based strategy games have often been dismissed by somewhat closed-minded fans of real-time strategy games as being too slow, arduous and boring. On the contrary, turn-based games can be even more suspenseful than their real-time counterparts. To put it simply, when you know that youre going to die in 10 turns unless you pull off some feat of skill, youre going to do everything you can to change the outcome. Sounds pretty exciting to me.

10. Total War: Shogun 2 - Rise of the Samurai

Shogun 2s blend of turn-based strategy and real-time tactics gameplay is a staple of the Total War series. The player plays the role of both the clan leader and general, alternating between the campaign, where the player manages his land and armies turn by turn, and the battles, where the player takes control of the army on the battlefield in real-time.

In the campaign, the player needs to oversee the development of settlements, military production, economic growth, and technological advancement. The armies and units are organised and moved around the stylised campaign map by the player to carry out battles with other factions. In addition to fighting, the player is able to engage in diplomacy, political manoeuvring and the use of special agents to gain the upper hand. Ninja and geisha are also present in the game as assassins and spies. While religion isnt as relevant as it was in Medieval II: Total War, it cant be neglected by the player. Greater interaction with the European foreigners (Nanban traders), for example, to enhance trade and acquire firearms, exposes the clan to Christianity, which will seriously increase religious unrest in the provinces. Religious agents, such as monks and priests can be used to convert the enemy population.

9. X-COM: UFO DEFENSE

X-Com: UFO Defense isnt one of the earliest turn-based strategy games, but its certainly one of the best. As aliens from Mars invade the earth, an international task force called X-Com is formed to counter the threat with funding from the worlds various governments. As leader of X-Com, you have to invest in bases to recruit and train military personnel, purchase and manufacture equipment, and research material collected from the field to improve your odds against the xenos. 

While the game allows you to manage your bases, the games meat and bones are in the combat missions. As time progresses, the aliens carry out sporadic terrorist attacks on civilian populations and it becomes your job to send out a team to deal with them. In the field, youre in control of an entire squad of operatives. The game is notable for its high tension missions, where your soldiers go up against forces unknown who can attack you from out of sight. Careful planning, reconnaissance and proper use of your soldiers goes a long way to ensuring success.

8. MASTER OF MAGIC

Master of Magic looks like the child of Civilization and Lord of the Rings. But its more than just Fantasy Civilization. Released in 1995 and created by the now defunct Simtex, Master of Magic was the first game of its kind to feature both empire building and a tactical turn-based battles. 

As an archmage vying for dominion over the land against other powerful wizards, you had to first choose a patron race, which provided you with a myriad of bonuses, penalties and special abilities. One of the races even began in the mirror world of Myrran, which was a reflection of the real world, replete with its own set of heroes, cities, resources and dungeons. You had to also choose spellbooks, which allowed you to cast a variety of spells based on the schools of magic that you picked. 

While much of the game consists of building up your empire, the turn-based battles are just as much a part of the Master of Magic experience. You can recruit heroes who approach you seeking service in exchange for payment and use them to lead your armies to conquest. Battles are played out in an isometric map similar to Final Fantasy Tactics and your actions determine your victory or failure. 

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7. JAGGED ALLIANCE 2

Sirtechs Jagged Alliance 2 remains an unsurpassed turn-based strategy experience, offering some of the most complex isometric battles the genre has ever seen. 

Jagged Alliance 2 takes place in the fictional South American nation of Arulco. Taking the role of a mercenary, youve been hired by the countrys deposed leader to retake the country from the hands of its tyrant, Deirdranna. With funds at your disposal and rewards for retaking towns and completing mission objectives, you can hire a mercenary crew and recruit the aid of local citizens and militia to reclaim Arulco. Theres a rebellion, and youre leading it. 

Like Final Fantasy Tactics, JA2 uses a strategic map screen where the player issues high level strategic orders. Unlike FFT, youre in control of more than a single group of units and you have to also supervise the the management of your liberated cities. Combat and individual location exploration takes place in tactical screen, where player can issue individual direct commands to their mercenaries. As the game is partly an RPG, you can train your mercenaries to be more efficient killers and equip them with gear that you salvage from enemies, receive as rewards or acquire through the online gun store. One of the more interesting elements of the game is its fake internet service, which is replete with websites to recruit new mercenaries and other services. 

6. DISCIPLES 2

Disciples 2 is one of the few strategy games to feature a rich gothic motif. Set in a dark fantasy world (as opposed to a world of unicorns and rainbows), the main focus of D2s story revolves around four dominant races in a state of constant war. Included are the human Empire, the dwarven Mountain Clans, the demonic Legions of the Damned and the skeletal Undead Hordes. Its a setting much inspired by Warhammer Fantasy and as you may or may not know, nothing in that world is particularly pleasant. 

Similar to Heroes of Might and Magic, the game is a mission-based strategy game with a focus on overland maps, and is spread across four separate campaigns whose stories tie into each other. The gist of the game is simple: you build up a Capital City that allows you to research new units and spells, using your heroes to lead armies to perform exploration and combat, and finally the battles themselves. Combat in the game plays out very similarly to Japanese turn-based RPGs like Ogre Battle where placement is everything.  The combat is nothing at all like HOMMs.

5. HEROES OF MIGHT AND MAGIC 3

The third game in the Heroes of Might and Magic series takes off after the events of the second game where a bunch of stuff happened that nobody remembers or cares about. Story was never the series strong point, and most of its appeal came from its great gameplay. 

Like so many other empire-building strategy games at the time, the game was split into a number of different campaigns where you took possession over one of the games many races. Every race came equipped with its own cities, which you built up for the purpose of recruiting new units while collecting an upkeep to maintain your forces. Every army was lead by a hero, whom you could train up by earning experience in and out of battle, giving them new skills and abilities each time they leveled up. Heroes also depended on the equipment you gave them--magical items scattered throughout the lands and carried by enemy heroes. 

Battles played out on a field and your army was represented by unit stacks. Ten dragons could make a barbecue out of a thousand peasants while your other units sat back. 

It was a game that deprived you of sleep every time you played it, not unlike every other game on this list. 

4. SILENT STORM

Its the only tactical turn-based game thats set in WWII, a setting thats more or less overflowing with titles in every other genre. Heavily inspired by Jagged Alliance 2, at least in terms of combat (as theres no management mode), Silent Storm puts you in charge of a squad of allied commandos who infiltrate the German lines to destabilize their war effort. 

The game is packed with tons of weapons from WW2 and throws in a bit of sci-fi towards the end with laser and gatling-gun wielding mechs. Crazy, I know.

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Free Download PC Games Neighbors from Hell 2 : On Vacation | MF Link | 488 MB

Neighbors from Hell adalah permainan strategi yang dirilis di Eropa pada tanggal 20 Juni 2003 untuk PC, GameCube dan Xbox tanggal 4 Maret 2005. Untuk PC di Amerika Serikat dirilis pada 22 September 2003.

Neighbors from Hell 2: On Vacation Description :

Sekuel game yang kedua ini adalah Neighbors from Hell 2: On Vacation. Berbeda dari sekuel pertama dimana sang pemain mengacaukan sebuah rumah, dalam sekuel kedua ini sang pemain harus pergi ke beberapa tempat di dunia. Permainan ini cukup sulit, sang pemain harus berhati-hati terhadap Ibu Rottwhiler dan Mr. Rottwhiler, jika ia tidak mau diganggu.

System Requirement :

Pentium®-compatible MMX processor with at least 166 MHz (Pentium® II-compatible processors and higher all feature MMX.)

At least 64 Megabytes of RAM

Windows 98®, Windows ME®, Windows 2000® or Windows XP®

DirectX® 8-compatible graphics card with at least 16 Megabyte Video RAM

DirectX® 8-compatible sound card

Windows-compatible mouse, keyboard and CD-ROM drive

At least 500 Megabytes (MB) of available space on your hard disk

Instalasi

1. join file with HJsplit 

2. Mount with Daemon tools.

3. So.. install game

4. After Finish Run start.exe (C:Program FilesCinemaware MarqueeNfH_CompilationNfH2 in)

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The front calipers on the Honda Civic EX are known as sliding calipers. The two bolts holding the calipers in are screwed into pins that are designed to allow the caliper to slide, slightly, back and forth. Over time, these pins can become rusty or just covered in debris, which prevents them from sliding as freely. This lack of movement can cause one brake pad to constantly rub against the rotor and wear out faster. Fortunately, these pins can be removed and reconditioned with relative ease.

Instructions

1

Loosen the lug nuts from the Civics front wheels.

2

Place the floor jack beneath the Civic and raise the front end.

3

Put jack stands beneath the vehicle to secure it.

4

Remove the front wheels by removing the lug nuts and pulling the wheel off.

5

Look on the rear of the brake caliper and locate the upper and lower bolts, known as caliper bolts.

6

Loosen and remove the caliper bolts, using the ratchet and socket. If the pin that the bolts screw into spins, use the open end of a combination wrench to hold, keeping it from turning.

7

Pull the caliper from the brake assembly and attach it to a suspension component using a bungee strap.

8

Look on the caliper bracket, the metal object that the caliper was bolted to. Locate the two caliper pins, the two objects that the caliper bolts were screwed into.

9

Remove the caliper pins by grabbing them with the channel-lock pliers and pulling them outward. A light twisting motion may help. Notice the rubber boots will remain attached to the caliper bracket, pull these rubber boots from the bracket.

10

Insert the metal pipe cleaner into the holes in the caliper bracket where the caliper pins were inserted. Clean the entire bore of these holes with an in-and-out motion of the metal pipe cleaner.

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Place the rubber boots back on the caliper bracket until they properly sit on the grooves provided.

12

Remove any rust or debris from the caliper pins, using the wire brush. Never use sandpaper, as this creates a rough surface and limits the pins ability to slide.

13

Spray the pins with the brake parts cleaner and wipe them with a shop rag.

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Repeat steps 10 and 11 until the pins are completely clean and smooth.

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Apply a generous coat of an anti-seize chemical to the length of both pins and reinsert them into the caliper bracket. Make certain the rubber boots sit in the grooves on the pins.

16

Remove the caliper from the bungee strap and place it over the brake pads.

17

Hand-tighten the upper and lower caliper bolts.

18

Hold the caliper pins with the open end of a combination wrench, and tighten the caliper bolts, using a ratchet and socket.

19

Repeat steps 5 through 18 for any other caliper pins needing repair.

20

Place the wheels back on the Civic and hand-tighten the lugs.

21

Remove the jack stands from under the vehicle, and slowly lower it to the ground.

22

Tighten the lugs to 80 foot-pounds, using the torque wrench and a socket.

23

Press and release the brake pedal to ensure the brakes are working properly.

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[Note: Somebody had recorded and published "more than 10 seconds" for the century acceleration without knowing that he and the ECU were actually on the learning mode]

AL4 gearbox is auto adaptive. The gearbox ECU must be told and taught for the desired driving style. Once the ECU has adapted to the requirement sure it can deliver...

Yesterday, there were some other cars on my favourite stretch for the sprint because I was a little bit late to workplace . The sprint test was aborted.

Today I left home a bit earlier. So I could do another sprint test freely at the same straight I did two days ago. Todays test was in S mode. Here is the logged data:

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...and the familiar look chart.
See, even on RON95 the 308 performs similar to manufactures claim: "9.3 second for the 0~100km/hr acceleration". So, what does that mean? RON95 no good??

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The 2001 Ford Expedition came equipped with a four-wheel-disc brake system and four-wheel ABS. Inspecting the overall condition of the brake system regularly will allow you to identify worn brake-system components before they become a safety concern. Replacing the disc brake pads yourself, when they become worn, is a good way to keep your vehicle repair costs down while maintaining the safety of your Expedition. This repair can be completed in about an hour using basic hand tools.

Instructions

1

Apply the parking brake. Place wheel chocks behind the rear wheels. Loosen the lug nuts on the front wheels slightly using the lug wrench. Raise and support the front wheels using the floor jack and jack stands. Remove the front wheels.

2

Place a drain pan under the brake assembly. Clean the front brakes, with brake-parts cleaner, to remove the accumulated brake dust. Avoid breathing the dust from the brake system and vapors from the parts cleaner.

3

Remove the two 13 mm caliper-mounting bolts that attach the caliper to the caliper bracket on the brake system of the Expedition. Lift the caliper off the caliper bracket and brake pads.

4

Apply a thin coat of anti-squeal compound to the back of the brake pads. Allow the compound to dry while you prepare the caliper bracket for installation.

5

Slide the pads, one at a time, out of the caliper bracket. Apply a dab of silicon brake grease to the contact points on the anti-rattle clips attached to the caliper bracket. Slide the new pads into place on the caliper bracket.

6

Open the bleeder screw on top of the caliper. Slip an old brake pad onto the caliper pistons and use the C-clamps to push the caliper pistons into the caliper housing. Use one C-clamp over each piston, two clamps in total, to push the pistons evenly into the caliper. Close the bleeder screw while the C-clamps hold pressure on the pistons. Remove the C-clamps and clean the caliper with brake-parts cleaner to remove the brake fluid that has spilled out.

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Slip the caliper over the brake pads onto the caliper bracket. Bolt the caliper to the bracket. Install the wheel and lower the Expedition to the ground. Pump the brake pedal several times to expand the caliper before driving the SUV.

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With the cost of replacing windshields getting higher all the time, it pays to take the time to repair them if possible. Scratches are a problem that should be addressed not just because they are unsightly, but also because they can be dangerous. Scratches reflect light in a way that hinders visibility, and it can even be blinding when facing bright, direct sunlight. Fortunately, many scratches can be repaired.

Gather the Materials

There are just a few materials needed for repairing scratches in glass, but they may take a little time and research to find. You will need some jewelers rouge, also known as cerium oxide. This can usually be found at a jewelery supply shop or hobby store. Make sure that you buy the type that is red in color. You will also need glycerin, which is available at most pharmacies. Buy these in small quantities, as each batch only requires 2 tablespoons of each product. Gain access to an electric buffer and buy a firm felt pad for it. Then gather a small bowl, some clean rags, clear nail polish and a little window cleaner.

Technique

Make a paste by mixing the water, glycerin, and jewelers rouge in a small bowl. Apply a small amount of the paste onto the scratch on the glass. Mount the felt polishing pad on the buffer, and begin by gently rubbing the compound on the window. Apply pressure a little at a time, as you do not want to press too hard and crack the glass. Let the area dry briefly, approximately 30 seconds, and then wipe the area clean with a rag.

Finishing Touches

Inspect the area and look to see if it has been repaired to your liking. If not, repeat the process. Many times, multiple applications will yield better results. If you find that there is a little distortion in the surface of the glass after finishing, you can apply a little clear nail polish to repair it. Allow it to dry completely and finish the job by cleaning any residue with window cleaner.

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Dealing with cracks and chips to your car windshield is crucial to ensure the safety of yourself and others traveling in your car. Cracks are often caused by rocks, pebbles and other debris on the road bouncing off the windshield. In most cases the damage is insignificant, but repair must be carried out as soon as possible to stop the crack weakening the entire structural system of the windshield, which can lead to more serious damage.

Instructions

1

Leave the crack alone until you have the time and the necessary tools to attempt a repair. Modern car windows normally have a laminated plastic coating, which means that while parts of the windshield may shatter or suffer damage, underlying glass layers wont explode just because of a small crack or chip. There is enough strength in the windshield for it to stay intact long enough for you to take the car to a garage or auto repair shop.

2

Apply clear adhesive tape to the crack if it is more substantial; keep a roll in your glove compartment for quick and easy access. Use a wide roll so that any tiny, loose glass fragments are kept intact and to provide adequate preservation of the glass layers and laminate coating. Dont go overboard with the tape though, as you dont want it to restrict your view when driving.

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Park your car on a level surface when you are ready to repair the crack.

4

Clean the windshield with soapy water, ensuring you remove all debris from the crack using the motorized rotary tool in your repair kit. You can use the tool to widen the crack slightly as this will make it easier to apply the resin.

5

Attach the repair stickers to the inside of the cracked windshield. Applied correctly, the sticker should cover as large a section of the cracked windshield as possible.

6

Inject the resin into the crack using the pump or syringe included in the repair kit. Avoid air bubbles by maintaining an even flow of resin. The resin must make contact with the inside surfaces of the windshield.

7

Attach the remaining stickers over the resin and leave it to cure for a minimum of four hours to give it time to set into the windshield. When you remove the stickers inspect the spot closely to make sure the resin has completely cured.

8

Take your car to a qualified professional if you dont feel confident getting rid of the crack yourself. In severe cases, if the windshield shatters, the entire glass pane will have to be replaced.

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RON stands for Research Octane Number - determines anti-knock quality or resistance to pre-ignition or detonation as it burns in the engine cylinders.

Myths: Get more power by using high RON fuel

RON is not energy content. Power output or fuel mileage can NOT be improved by burning higher octane fuel than a particular engine was designed for. A higher octane fuel does not add any more hydrocarbon content or oxygen, the engine cannot produce more power. Hence using fuel with RON higher than what the engine requires may not be necessarily gaining better performance and lower RON doesnt mean less power either. Using higher RON rating also may not necessarily be the best for the engine - there is no guarantee of greater power or a more environment-friendly option as the RON number gets higher unless the engine is designed specifically to run on it.

Peugeot 308 turbo can run [effectively/efficiently] on RON95 as indicated by the label on the back of the fuel filler lid. No worry! Gunalah tanpa waswas.

UPDATE: RON 95 SUITABLE FOR NAZA, KIA AND PEUGEOT VEHICLES - The Naza Automotive Group has encouraged owners of its petrol-powered Naza, Kia and Peugeot vehicles to use the RON 95 fuel. In a statement, the company said RON 95 was suitable for the Naza Ria, Naza Citra, Naza Suria, Naza Citra II Rondo, Kia Sportage, Kia Carnival, Kia Carens, Kia Picanto,Kia Optima, Kia Spectra5, Kia Spectra, Kia Rondo, Naza 206 Bestari, Peugeot 206,Peugeot 407, Peugeot 308 Turbo, Peugeot 308Vti and Naza Forza.

Ive also tested RON 95 on all myPeugeots [405, 308, 206] and Mercedes Benz W124. It seemed that the fuel ngam with all those cars - in fact the tail pipes are cleaner [less carbon black]. The engine also run smoothly on RON95 - probably better combustion inside those engine cylinders.

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The 1995 Buick Regal was produced as a Custom Coupe and a Gran Sport sedan. It was equipped with the choice of a 3.1-liter V-6 or a 3.8-liter V-6. The 1995 Regal came standard with four wheel anti-lock disc brakes, including ventilated front discs. The rear disc brakes on the 1995 Regal have calipers, pads, and rotors similar to the front disc brakes.

Instructions

1

Remove the initial torque from the rear wheel lug nuts, using a tire iron. Do not remove the lug nuts completely, but turn them so they are unstuck (3/4 turn). Lift the rear of the Buick using a 2-ton jack or a jack with greater capacity. Set jack stands beneath the rear suspension arms or the rear axle beam, just inside the rear wheel assembly. Remove the lug nuts completely with a tire iron, then remove both rear wheels from the Regal.

2

Remove the rear caliper mounting bolts on one side of the Regal. Use a 3/8-inch ratchet to turn the caliper bolts counterclockwise until they are removed. Remove the caliper from the brake assembly, using a pry bar to gently pry the caliper off. Set the caliper on the suspension arm behind the brake assembly. Do not let the caliper hang freely or you can damage the fragile rubber brake hose.

3

Remove the old brake pads from the caliper mounting bracket, using a pry bar to gently pry the pads off if necessary. Lubricate the portion of the caliper mounting bracket that touches the brake pads. This is the part of the mounting bracket that the tips of the brake pads slide into. Proper lubrication is essential in reinstalling the brakes, to ensure optimal performance and function of the new pads. Use caliper grease that is rated for disc brakes.

4

Install the new brake pads onto the caliper mounting bracket. Two of the brake pads have wear indicators. These pads go on the inside of the caliper bracket, behind the rotor. Do not place both pads with wear indicators on one side of the Regal. The wear indicators are small metal tongues on the end of the pads that have a 90-degree bend in them, and are the reason for the "squealing" noise when pads get low. Install the wear indicator-equipped pad behind the rotor, and the non-wear indicator pad on the front or outside of the caliper bracket.

5

Lubricate the backing plates or shim plates on the back side of both of the newly installed brake pads. Failure to lubricate the back of the pads can cause squeaking in the new brakes within a couple hours of installation and driving. Dab caliper grease on the back side of the pads to create a thin film on the pads.

6

Install a 6-inch extension onto a 3/8-inch drive ratchet. On the opposite end of the extension install a caliper brake tool. The caliper brake tool is a 6-sided cube that has different adapter teeth on each side for use on multiple different vehicles. The rear calipers of the Regal have oscillating or rotating pistons. As the piston expands when you hit the brake pedal, it also rotates in a screw-like motion. The brake tool is essential in working on the rear brakes of many vehicles, as there are many vehicles with rotating rear caliper pistons.

7

Insert the caliper tool onto the piston of the rear brake caliper. Hold the caliper in one hand, while holding the ratchet, extension, and tool in your other hand. Turn the ratchet clockwise while simultaneously applying pressure to the piston on the rear caliper. This turning and pushing movement will compress the rear caliper piston. Compress the piston until it is nearly flush with the inside back wall of the caliper. The piston does not compress completely flush.

8

Install the compressed rear rotor back onto the Regal with one hand. Start the caliper mounting bolts through the caliper and into the mounting bracket, by hand. Turn the bolts clockwise to start them until the caliper can stand freely without you holding it. Tighten the caliper bolts to between 60 and 80 foot-pounds of torque. You can approximate this without using a torque wrench by snugging the bolts with a 3/8-inch drive ratchet and socket, then turn the ratchet 1/2-turn farther once the bolts are snug -- but using a torque wrench is best.

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Repeat Steps 2 through 8 to complete the second side of the rear pads on the Regal. Performing this project on one side of the vehicle at a time will provide a visual reference for how the brakes look when they are assembled. This is useful if you have any questions about how the brakes go back together.

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Install the rear wheels on the Regal after you have installed and torqued both rear brake calipers on the vehicle. Snug the lug nuts onto the wheel studs, using a tire iron. Lift the rear of the Regal off of the jack stands, and remove the jack stands from beneath the Regal. Lower the vehicle and tighten the lug nuts between 90 and 110 foot-pounds of torque. Use a certified torque wrench and lug nut socket to properly torque the wheel nuts.

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