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Oh.. Americans with theire abriviations... 🙃 LET'S FIND OUT.... ;-) I took a run after reading a few lines... do you too? 😄 (From acronymmap.com) When it comes to quirky acronyms, SWMBO is one of the more humorous and culturally loaded ones. Short for “She Who Must Be Obeyed,” it originated from the 1886 novel She by H. Rider Haggard and was later popularized in British pop culture, especially by the TV series Rumpole of the Bailey. In modern usage, SWMBO is often a tongue-in-cheek way to refer to a wife, partner, or authoritative woman—sometimes with affection, sometimes with sarcasm. It’s playful, but depending on the context, it can also carry undertones of reverence, exasperation, or humor. But what if you want a different way to express a similar dynamic—whether you’re writing fiction, creating dialogue, or just having fun with words? Here are 30 alternatives to the “SWMBO acronym,” each offering its own spin on authority, affection, or dominance in relationships, with tips on when to use them. 💬" src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/16.0.1/svg/1f4ac.svg" style="box-sizing: border-box; vertical-align: -0.1em !important; border: none !important; max-width: 100%; height: 1em !important; display: inline !important; box-shadow: none !important; width: 1em !important; margin: 0px 0.07em !important; background: none !important; padding: 0px !important;"> 30 Alternatives to the “SWMBO Acronym”1. The BossMeaning: The one in charge—clearly or unofficially. Example: I’ll have to check with the boss before making plans. When to use: Light and common; works in everyday banter. 2. WifeyMeaning: Slang term for wife or partner, often affectionate. Example: Wifey said no more late-night snacks. When to use: Casual and endearing tone. 3. Her HighnessMeaning: A mock-royal title, playful yet deferential. Example: Her Highness demanded sushi tonight. When to use: Use humorously for high-maintenance behavior. 4. Queen BeeMeaning: The dominant female in a social setting. Example: At every family event, she’s the queen bee. When to use: Playful or slightly sassy tone. 5. The MissusMeaning: Informal British term for wife. Example: The missus wants the lawn mowed by noon. When to use: British-style humor or traditional tone. 6. Lady of the HouseMeaning: The woman in charge at home. Example: I’ll have to run it by the lady of the house. When to use: Respectful, classic tone. 7. My Better HalfMeaning: Affectionate term for a spouse. Example: My better half thinks I should eat more greens. When to use: Loving and respectful, ideal for couples. 8. She-Who-DecidesMeaning: Humorous variation of SWMBO. Example: She-Who-Decides has spoken—no takeout tonight. When to use: Playful and sarcastic tone. 9. Commander-in-ChiefMeaning: The ultimate authority, especially in decisions. Example: She’s the commander-in-chief of our calendar. When to use: Family, logistics, or decision-making jokes. 10. Madam PresidentMeaning: Feminine version of a powerful leader. Example: Madam President vetoed the weekend trip. When to use: Great for dramatic flair or political puns. 11. House CEOMeaning: The domestic leader. Example: The House CEO says we’re budgeting this month. When to use: Modern, corporate spin on household dynamics. 12. Home MinisterMeaning: Borrowed from political jargon; leader of domestic affairs. Example: The Home Minister says we’re painting the kitchen. When to use: Popular in South Asian or formal humor. 13. She-Who-Knows-AllMeaning: Exaggeratedly wise or all-knowing woman. Example: Let me check with She-Who-Knows-All about dinner. When to use: Good for light sarcasm and praise. 14. The Decision MakerMeaning: The one with the final say. Example: The Decision Maker chose Italian tonight. When to use: Straightforward and respectful tone. 15. Supreme RulerMeaning: Absolute authority figure. Example: Our Supreme Ruler has declared Sunday a rest day. When to use: Dramatic or theatrical humor. 16. The Real BossMeaning: Implies there’s a “fake” boss—you! Example: You know I’m just the assistant; she’s the real boss. When to use: Self-deprecating humor. 17. Lady SupremeMeaning: Formal and elegant version of a leader. Example: Lady Supreme prefers red wine, not white. When to use: Elevated, stylish tone. 18. Chief Home OfficerMeaning: A modern acronym-style twist. Example: The Chief Home Officer rejected my couch pick. When to use: Satirical or millennial context. 19. She-Who-ChoosesMeaning: Authority over all decisions. Example: She-Who-Chooses has picked the movie already. When to use: Fun for everyday decision contexts. 20. Life ManagerMeaning: Handles schedules, meals, and logistics. Example: My life manager says we’re booked Saturday. When to use: Modern, respectful tone. 21. She-in-ChargeMeaning: Simple, direct way to show authority. Example: She-in-Charge just changed the plans. When to use: Works in light banter or social media captions. 22. The OracleMeaning: Source of wisdom and prediction. Example: The Oracle says the weather’s too cold for shorts. When to use: When referencing judgment or intuition. 23. The GeneralMeaning: Authority with a military-like tone. Example: The General has scheduled laundry drills for Sunday. When to use: Humorous, structured or “bossy” tone. 24. The PlannerMeaning: Coordinates everything. Example: The Planner already booked the holiday tickets. When to use: Useful for lifestyle or family writing. 25. Queen of EverythingMeaning: All-encompassing authority. Example: As the Queen of Everything, she makes the rules. When to use: Sassy, confident characters or real-life queens. 26. Her Royal HighnessMeaning: Majestic and a bit dramatic. Example: Her Royal Highness refuses to eat leftovers. When to use: Fun and theatrical tone. 27. Operations ChiefMeaning: Runs the day-to-day. Example: The Operations Chief set curfew at 10 PM. When to use: Use for modern or workplace metaphors. 28. Lady LogicMeaning: Appeals to reasoning and planning. Example: Lady Logic said buying a third toaster isn’t smart. When to use: Clever, witty banter. 29. Mood ManagerMeaning: Controls the emotional climate. Example: When Mood Manager’s happy, we all win. When to use: Emotional tone regulation or family jokes. 30. She-Who-Must-Not-Be-IgnoredMeaning: A dramatic twist on the original SWMBO. Example: Trust me—you don’t ignore She-Who-Must-Not-Be-Ignored. When to use: Strong-willed or high-stakes situations, humorously. > How to Choose the Right WordWhen choosing your SWMBO-style alternative, ask yourself: Is the tone playful, romantic, or sarcastic? Go with Wifey or She-Who-Decides for affection, Supreme Ruler or Her Highness for sass. Are you in a professional, creative, or casual setting? Use House CEO or Home Minister in clever writing. Stick to The Boss in casual conversation. Do you want to sound respectful or silly? My Better Half and Lady of the House are gentler, while The General or Queen of Everything lean toward satire. Is it cultural? Home Minister resonates well in South Asian families; The Missus fits UK usage. > Final ThoughtsLanguage lets us show affection, sarcasm, and social dynamics all at once. Acronyms like SWMBO are fun because they capture complex relationships with humor and punch. But with the right alternatives, you can adapt the tone, show respect, or even poke fun—all while keeping it creative. So next time you’re writing a caption, penning dialogue, or teasing your partner, try out one of these 30 creative expressions. Let your vocabulary reflect the fun, fiery, or fabulous dynamics of the powerful women in your life.

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AFAIK most people don't even hook the chokes up. Evidently you can survive without them

Your work is getting results. Congratulations! Keep on marching.

Still waiting for the silicon rubber fuel lines, but in the meantime disconnected the fuel filter and took a container with new fuel, connected to the fuel rail. I made sure to purge the questionable fuel. Cranked the engine, coughed and sputtered and the engine actually started. It was running extremely rough, couldn't even tell if it was all cylinders. Once I cleaned up some spilled fuel on the ground, I'll try again. The fuel level is set to 10 turns (10mm) below the bridge. I then set the nuts on the nozzles to 2.5 turns out from the bridge. I should pull the plugs just to see what they look like, hasn't been running in probably 5-10 years. As the engine ran, I could even hear the electric fuel pump running, thus fuel on the ground. I'm going to connect the fuel system back to kind of normal, where it will suck clean fuel from a gas can, as the tank is dirty. I also need to put some 20 weight or atf in the carbs, think I've used too heavy oil. I didn't have the engine running long enough to experiment with mixtures yet. I'll keep you posted, not out of the woods yet. Jim

Maybe Shaun Ryan used AI to write the story. Maybe he's a bot. AI slop. " By Shaun Ryan " @Carl Beck From his web site - 1975 - Sold to Kenneth E. Logan D.D.S. - L.A., Calif.. Driven for a couple years then stored away. 1998 - Sold to Michael W. Pretzer. Michael decides to continue his education and sells to Carl Beck. 1999 - Purchased by Carl Beck - who will restore it to original "BRE Racing Trim" 2007 - Restoration to "As Raced" condition completed

All the information is here, Carl Beck's car that he has just sold I believe. https://www.zhome.com/Racing/BahaBREZ.htm

I have been planning to put triple Webers on both of my cars since 2019 and have been searching and sometimes posting in this sub-forum for a while. I now expect to be putting the engines together over the winter. While folks talk about their various starting and running problems, jetting recommendations, and so forth, what I've noted is a general lack of pix showing the details of the various setups that must be out there. I've only seen one AFAIK in a post from 2023 (https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/68479-triple-webers-setup/#comments). Could those of you who actually have triple Webers take the time to produce both general and up-close pix of your linkages (OEM pedal to throttle bar or cable) and the various options for mounting (soft or hard mounts; studs or bolts, etc.) and linking (or not) the carbs and why you went the way you did? In conversation with Pierce Manifolds, I've learned that there is actually a "left-handed" cold start module, which would integrate with the existing S30 choke cable setup. The default cold start unit (right-handed) only works if it gets pulled from the front of the engine. So, did anyone ever install a pulley system to allow use of the R/H cold starts with the OEM choke cable setup?

Thanks for the replies! I tested the wire to the small spade connection on the solenoid, and it is getting power. Picked up a remote starter switch and when hooked up to small spade connection on the solenoid the starter turns over nicely. The black switch I mentioned, that is under the passenger side dash is no longer clicking but still doesn't work. Is there something else I am missing? After spending a lot of time trying to trace wires and unable to accomplish anything (with my limited electrical knowledge) I'm thinking of giving up and installing a starter relay as mentioned by cgsheen1. I couldn't find anything on the forum; can anyone provide a procedure for this?

Pretty happy with how this looks. Sprays on very nicely.

What an amazing build thread! I just spent a few days reading it. What a journey! How is your car running? Did you figure out the rich carb running condition?

BOT.... btw.. Matt have you finished your car?

Thanks for information!

Haha!! Not sure. Who would I ask for confirmation? ☺️

Odd story. Purchased and restored to street form by a dentist. " : in the garage of a dentist who had purchased it in ’73 and returned it to its somewhat original street-legal state. " The show is next Sunday in Florida. Ponte Vedra Auto ShowPonte Vedra Auto ShowThe Ponte Vedra Auto Show | Sunday, November 2nd 2025. Presented by O'Steen Automotive Group, Art 'n Motion, & St. Johns Chamber of Commerce.

https://www.pontevedrarecorder.com/stories/73-nissan-z-race-car-to-be-exhibited-at-ponte-vedra-auto-show,150339

With that air filter the way it is I wonder where the float bowl vents went? The one that's there should be connected to the hose from the valve cover.

@siteunseen Our “Forum Librarian Guru” Strikes again!!

I just ordered a pair from Z, I've used silicon rubber hoses before for other gas-related things, they would eventually get soft, but I'm told their's is made for gasoline. I'll do a visual again, looking for vacuum leaks can be difficult, if the engine was running one can use propane that gets sucked up from the leaks and you can hear it in the engine, but this guy won't start yet, oh forgot, need to use new fuel to be supplied directly to the fuel bowls. I'll keep you posted, hopefully getting close. Jim

I agree, that's what I used on all the vinyl and firewall pads. I don't know why I didn't use it on the weatherstrip......I was amazed after 50 years, it just peeled right up and didn't harm the vinyl in any way, still pliable.

I did clean it! First with alcohol, then the 2nd attempt I even roughed up the surface of the weatherstrip with sandpaper, then cleaned it. I even bought another small tube of the 3M super weatherstrip adhesive from Walmart and got the same results. The fact that the adhesive adhered to the paint so good, made me think that it was still good. The hatch weatherstrip I got from Australia had a totally different feel to it. The rubber was more "sticky". It required 100% talc powder to be applied to it after it was glued on, so the painted hatch surface would slide over it when you closed the hatch, until the seal bedded in.

ZTherapy uses silicone nozzle hoses.

Thanks for the link! The one I pictured appears to be the same as the one on the far right of the three pictured by 26th-z. It only has one "hose barb" connection. Thanks Again!