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We got a whole load of snow last night, im thinking about 2 / 1/2 feet and 3 ft in the drifts! and the winds gusting up to 60 mph make it were i cant see 15ft in front of me. it is windy as hell out. just when i thought i wouldnt have to see snow this year it drops 3 ft on us...grrrrr... heres some pics, heres a none winter pic, thats my dads dirt bike, my dirt bike, and the handlebars are my bike, which has 24 inch wheels, so i know its that deep vvv Heres some comparisons, these pictures were token from almost the smae spot dry: snow!:
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So you open the newspaper in the morning and you see that there's been a horrible plane crash. At first this saddens you, then you see the list of names for who was involved. A sick satisfaction fills you as you read the list. So, who's on that list for you? Call me a sick bastard but I know you've thought about something like this. My planeful: Mike Harris (former Ontario leader who ruined our school system) Ann Coulter Mariah Carey Kim Il Jong Osama Let's keep this civil please.
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http://www.popularmechanics.com/automotive...rs/1267876.html
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As I mentioned in my "test drive review", I'm working to get my G6 approved now. However, my sister is the only barrier left. She insist that I need to work out the effective interest rates on my payments. I remember I did this stuff back in my engineering economics course, but that was like 2 years ago. Anyone help me out on this?
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Does This Make Sense To You?
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I just ran some insurance quotes over at Allstate and, I have to ask, does this make any sense to you? *1998 Chevrolet Camaro, V6, Base: $3,150.00 *1998 Pontiac Firebird, V6, Base: $2,760.00 That's right. It's pretty much the same friggen car and the Firebird comes out cheaper on insurance. (And, you know, it never occured to me until just a minute ago to see what a Firebird would cost me on insurance; I thought it would cost around $200 bucks above the Camaro.) Well, folks, looks like I may just be finding a Firebird to drive. That's not a bad insurance rate, really.
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... life was easier back then. By CaminoLS6
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http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1994-McLare...1QQcmdZViewItem :AH-HA_wink:
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What segment, bodystyle, configuration etc. is on its way out? What will dwindle to a few offerings or disappear entirely in the near future?
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Okay... a few days ago I saw a minivan being driving by a 40s-ish guy. The catch? There was a bumper sticker on it that said "Marriage? Yes! One Man. One Woman". Ever since, I can't stop thinking that I should put my own bumper sticker on my Millenia... just... what, though? Yes, it'll be tacky, cheesy, etc... but so what? I need some way to get back at all the homophobes that drive around.
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Discuss.
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Of all cars you have owned (or driven regularly), which had the most comfortable seats? What type of seats were they?
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I was just thinking about this after seeing an ad for a local steakhouse. Opening up a steak, or a piece of meat, and "seeing red" makes my stomach turn. I always order it well done. All of it has to be some shade of tan/brown. Not only that, a knife has to go through it fairly easy and I don't want to wrestle with it. How do you order your steak or grilled meat?
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From all of the grim crap I'm dealing with. So I thought that I'd ask a hypothetical question to get a discussion going. What if GM were to build a really small RWD car/platform? Something smaller than the Alpha. Maybe Mini-sized or a touch bigger. Can anyone come-up with some configuration ideas? Just thought it might make a good "what if" exercise.
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In companion with the 'Birth Year' thread, it might be interesting to see where your 'soul' points, automotively. In my observations, it seems most car people have a fondness for cars they grew up with, or vehicles that were common when they were in their teens. Never took a scientific poll or anything, but I never fell into that category; I've always been drawn to the '57-64 American era primarily, whereas I 'grew up' around late '70s, mid 80s junk (I'm a '66 model year). My topic, my rule; if you post multiples, they have to stay within an 8-yr span of time. In my top 5 of all time :
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How popular are French cars in the US? Here in Europe they are pretty common despite looking pretty strange and different to all other cars on the market.
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Chevy drivers - in particular Hendrick Motor Sports drivers - continue to own NASCAR's Nextel cup series. Chevy has won 10 of 11 races so far this year. Jeff Gordon got his third win this year at a rain delayed Dodge Avenger 500 from Darlington. The finishing order. 1. 24 Jeff Gordon Chevrolet DuPont 2. 11 Denny Hamlin Chevrolet FedEx Express 3. 48 Jimmie Johnson Chevrolet Lowe's 4. 12 Ryan Newman Dodge ALLTEL 5. 99 Carl Edwards Ford Office Depot 6. 20 Tony Stewart Chevrolet The Home Depot 7. 17 Matt Kenseth Ford DEWALT 8. 8 Dale Earnhardt Jr. Chevrolet Budweiser 9. 07 Clint Bowyer Chevrolet Jack Daniel's 10. 31 Jeff Burton Chevro…
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WARNING: This will take hours to read and it will blow your mind! http://www.impalas.net/forums/showthread.php?t=686
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Mechanics struck Northwest Airlines early Saturday after refusing big pay cuts and layoffs that would have cut their numbers almost in half. The nation's fourth largest airline pledged to keep flying with replacements. After months of talks broke off here just before midnight Friday, union spokesman Jim Young said the mechanics would rather see the airline go into bankruptcy than agree to Northwest's terms. The Airline Mechanics Fraternal Association 4,427 of Northwest's 40,000 workers. The strike began at 12:01 a.m. EDT. Flight attendants and pilots at Northwest Airlines said they would not join the walkout by mechanics. Julie Hagen Showers, Northwe…
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Ahh, the ol' pop-culture favorite... with a twist: David Dunbar Buick, 9/17/1854 - 3/5/1929. Founder: Buick Auto-Vim & Power Company, 1899. Buried: Woodmere Cemetery, Detroit MI. Henry Martin Leland, 2/16/1843 - 3/26/1932. Founder: Cadillac Automobile Company, 1902. Buried: Woodmere Cemetery, Detroit MI. Louis Chevrolet, 12/25/1878 - 6/6/1941. Founder: Chevrolet Motor Company, 1911. Buried: Holy Cross & St Joseph Cemetery, Indianapolis IN. Ransom Eli Olds, 6/3/1854 - 7/26/1950. Founder: Olds Gas Engine Works, 1890. Buried: Mount Hope Cemetery, Lansing MI. William Crapo Durant, 12/8/1861 - 3/18/1947. Founder, General Motors, 1908. Buried: Woodlaw…
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I grew up in this kaleidoscopic multi-ethnic city, so my friend's parents, people in high school/college and neighbors provided fuel for the fire. Here's my list: Cuban - this is Ricky Ricardo talk, this is NOT a Mexican accent. I love it. It's my favorite. Iranian-Middle Eastern - perfected from LA experiences - make damn sure you leave out articles in front of nouns whenever possible. I once asked this Middle Eastern guy at a party where he was from. His response: "I leev een Bay Area." I had meant which country he came from, but that's ok. I can't drive through Concord on 680 without muttering that to myself. Southern - it's great and it can be so affected. …
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We'll we have the start of the labor day weekend and I just realized nothing has been posted about auto's people have seen. Today I had some good views, we will start off with a car I loved, but did not fit in very well. Cadillac Station Wagon, especially loved them in V edition. Start off with seeing an old GMC pickup that some members will love, forgot as I do not think I have seen the GMC person post in a while who loved all things GMC. Saw my first in the wild Ioniq 5, love the layout, dash and it looks very roomy inside, the center arm rest is bigger than in my SS.
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Browsing YouTube, I stumbled across a walkaround video of an '84 Monte SS with a 'Vette 355/6-speed manual setup. I noticed that this Monte's instrument cluster was not the stock Monte SS cluster. Here is a link to the video: This is the stock Monte SS instrument cluster: This is the modified cluster: Notice how the rev counter is mounted on the left side in the modified cluster and stock cluster has the rev counter mounted in the right side? Also, the needles on the modified cluster point due south. I've been searching '80s era GM cars and haven't been able to make a match. I hope, though, that this instrument cluster is more common and doesn't take a …
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Hmmm...I'm finding this a bit crazy ( and pretty funny) I know black and blue asked to PM for the good pictures ( hey, what about me? :P ) But I'm getting these Pms for some adult pics.. I'm like :blink: I guess I'd offer, but that might be a real hard sell to the wife... :lol: Man, gotta love the crazy people on here... :P :) (sorry-forgot to add they were g/f pics..So no one thinks I'm crazy... ^_^ )
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alright right now... my family's garage is under seige... my moms Caddy and my Monte are fine... my dad who unfortunately was forced into a purchase before the GMT-900s came out... drives a toyota sequoia (the front wheel of his 98 astro fell off in summer 05... and he needed a new truck asap for his job) so right now its 2 to 1... not so bad however... my sister is getting her license soon... and so she has been looking at cars (both my parents cars are insured by my dad's company... noone under 18 can drive them with coverage... thats why i got my own car) she doesnt want a coupe... she started out really wanting a toyota avalon... but my parents said it was too expen…
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We're going on a 4 day visit to my parents' place in Miami. Budget is offering a Solstice for $357.00. Albert really wants a convertible <and I agree>.... the other choice is a Mustang for $341.00 which makes the Pontiac a no-brainer. But how small is the trunk? Can we get two small roll aboards in there?
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Who is definitely going with our group on saturday the 11th? How many are going to want to meet up here at my place before heading down? I think B&BL set a meet time of 10 a.m. at my place and 11A.M. at the show.
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http://toronto.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehicles-c...QQAdIdZ12503165
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From 1955-57, Chevy had the famous Nomad and much has been written about it to the point of iconic status. But another General Motors product also had a version. The Pontiac Safari. It is relatively rare and rarely mentioned. 1955 1956 1957
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I am back!
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Does this whole bipartisan push for clunker laws bother anyone else here? I am by no means a conservative, but this just trikes me as a huge waste of government money when we have sooo many other good current uses for the money. Plus, think of all the cars that will be crushed... Plenty of B body big cars. Think of the Caprices that could be fixed up, or the third gen Camaros, or the post 72 El-Camino's, or the decent shape GM trucks that could find a life hauling around a farmer or a mason or something. Don't like this one bit. Thoughts? Chris
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LOVE THAT STAIRWAY! LOVE CAROL'S JUMPER!!! MARCIA MARCIA MARCIA!!!!
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'71 GMC Sprint:
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I want to know the demographics of C&G in this regard...
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Happy Birthday! Have a great day!
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There's a ton of Impalas on the road....of course it helps that there is a pretty sizable rental fleet of them too, but plenty of them are being bought as well...expect dub rims on a lot of them by January. I have a feeling the 3LT with the 17" split-star wheels will be the most popular seller, because it simply looks good stock. As far as the Civic, the coupe seems to be appearing three times as much as the sedan so far. Over at FoMoCo, I've seen three times as many Zephyrs as Fusions....and not one Milan yet. The Zephyr might be a bigger hit than we thought. Quite a few Range Rover Sports (an SUV I like) as well. The Charger's doing great...just l…
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Look at it as if one of these would have trickled over into every other issue and made most of what Detroit sold us back then desirable to this day and kept the reputation at a higher level. ETN: Look at the "not building Euro/AUS models for N. America" option to also reflect North American models being so extremely different from Europe and Australian-market GM, Fords, and Chryslers.
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This road trip (Aug 11-14) is my annual trek to Pennsylvania for our family reunion. If interested in meeting along the way or coming to one of the MEET'n'GREETs, let me know! THURS night (Aug 10) or FRI morning (Aug 11) * leave Elgin, bound for either an overnight in Indiana (if leave Thursday night) or Friday afternoon/evening near Akron OH * Route = IL RT 47 S ... SR 24 E ... SR 30 E ... OH RT 585 N * Stop along SR 30 E in NW OH for MEET'n'GREET (place & time TBD) * MEET'n'GREET near Wooster OH (SW of Akron) for dinner (place & time TBD) * staying with friends along OH RT 585 Friday night SAT (Aug 12) * leave Akron OH area for Johnstown area PA, early …
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Pre-Tuned or Stock. This week we’re asking the question: Which do you prefer? A pre-tuned ride or a stock vehicle that you can tune and modify yourself? My money is on the latter but I’ve been surprised before. Take the #SoundOff survey now! Want to see last week's results? See the post here.
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I found this does anyone want to add it?
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What would be on your truck load of whoop ass? Pick 7 cars.
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Last week, we get 15 inches of snow, this week, it's mostly 40s and beautiful out, the only problem is there are huge puddles everywhere from the snow melting, and in the morning it's dangerous walking to class because the sidewalks are covered in ice in some places. Tomorrow was supposed to be 55 a couple days ago, now we're getting a high of 38 with rain and high winds! Then, Sunday and Monday, we're getting rain/snow! Spring cannot come soon enough. I'm tired of winter, want to be able to wear a T-shirt and shorts, and want to be able to wash the car, which is somewhat dirty even though it just sits in the garage most of the time. Damn Mother Nature!
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Ok at first you might think it's not so bad being that they are on a Buick....but just make sure you look at all of the pics.... Click
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Well I am really busy until nearly mid-June and so nothing will most likely happen between now and then but... I am thinking Cobalt/G5 Coupe with a 5spd. or a 2001-2002 GP GT Coupe. First off I think I have found basically exactly what I want, it has been for sale since early April with no offical price reduction yet. (Still same high price it was listed at.) It is a 2001 Pontiac GP GT SE Coupe in Silver with only 50K on the clock and is in very good shape (at least from the photos). I really do like the car and all the "special edition" extra's on it, problem it is nearly 500 miles away and about 1,500 more than what it is actually worth. I have emailed just to ask a few…
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On Lincoln Way in east Ames, a few stations are currently having some type of gas war. Right now, regular unleaded is $2.09 per gallon at the Citgo, Casey's, and Phillip's 66 all right by each other. About half a mile west is a BP where 87 is $2.48, and further west most stations are averaging $2.50. It's crazy...I filled up my car for less than $30 for the first time in months!
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I'm a new member here, found the site via another GM forum. I'm from the UK and am a salesman for Vauxhall,Saab and Chevrolet. Any info i can share either way with you guys will be great and i'll do my best to keep you informed of whats happening with GM over here in Europe..
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Seeing my older 4 Monte Carlos literally covered in dust, and sadly STILL not "on the road" for 2007, made me realize I don't have a lot more weekends to really give them a cleaning. Heck, last year, I only washed the older 4 MCs (all 4 on one Saturday) ... didn't even wax 'em. Since that isn't the "norm" for me, I hope to change that this year...we'll see. I managed to get the '87 MC LS waxed 3 times, though, last year. So far, I've cleaned and waxed the '87 MC LS once this year. Normally, I wash, wax and clean the interior of the older 4 MCs once a year. I just dust them off every so often during the rest of the time that they are out ... unless they get caught in…
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I've recently did the head gasket on my Saab 900 Turbo last week end with my dad. He has outfitted himself with all the necesary air tools in the recent year and has allot of other tools he has had for a long time too. I got a set of air tools with a 5.5 hp electric compresor with 8 galon tank for x-mas this year. We realy enjoyed working on the car together and we both have a passion for cars. We joked arround about doing up a restoration on a big v-8 powered classic or simmilar. Well, I will be seeing allot more of my parents soon due to recent changes so I am seriously considering starting up a big project car with my dad. So far, some of my interests would …
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You know I have been thinking about a F-Body 2000-2002 with a V6 Coupe/T-Tops, I really would like a Firebird but found this Camaro at a only 6 grand with 59K! It is maroon (not first color choice my last actually because of my Cranberry SLE) and it has a fixed roof (great) and a stick (even better) and is priced good I think... Plus it is in Milwaukee and only 150 miles from my home. Plus I have family in that area as well... Hmm here is the car tell me what I should do... Keep in mind it would be my sons to drive to school and ours to play with on the weekends. My daughter would get the Impala then... Hmmm it is tempting but if it was white and had Pontiac on it, I prol…
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POLITICAL POWERLESSNESS... Aaaaahhhhhgggg! I cannot wait until the elections are over. I'm sssooo tired of the political mailings with messages directed at FAMILIES. Whenever I read "you and your family" or some resemblance thereof, I immediately send the mailing to the circular file. The best example of this was a mailing I received earlier this week. It started out innocent enough with this sentence: "Our research shows that you, Cort XXXX, are the type of voter that candidate XXXX aims to support." I was intrigued, so I kept reading ... partially because the mailing featured a pie chart/graph and some photos. Near the end of it, though, I came across this se…
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Toyota Motor Corporation announced today the Japanese launch of the Auris*¹, a strategic compact passenger vehicle for both Japan and Europe. In Japan, the Auris is available through “Netz” dealers nationwide, replacing the Allex and Corolla RunX. The new Toyota Auris will be revealed in Europe at the Bologna Motor Show on December 5 and will go on sale in the UK from February 2007 and across Europe in spring 2007. Auris will join Yaris and Avensis as a new core model designed and built in Europe … more Originally considered only for Canada, it may now be offered in the US as well, although Toyota Motor Sales has not yet confirmed either market. Note the Japanese-mar…
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Check out this pic of Bumblebee: http://www.flickr.com/photo_zoom.gne?id=23...ext=photostream It clearly shows the transformer in all its glory. He has a Chevy Bowtie belt buckle... Making transforming toys out of these are going to be a challenge...
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You've been around here many yerrs, here's to many mo'. Have a good one, sir.
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Alone, both the '49 Ford and MN-12 Thunderbirds are great cars. Together, however....ugh. Why are some so cruel? Who EVER thought this would look cool? Mutilated Mercury The perpetrators http://www.halerconcepts.com/49%20ford.htm
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...what looks to be a '65 or '66 Buick Gran Sport stashed behind a local Chevy dealership. The car appears to be very complete and solid and original - right down to the hubcaps. Faded paint (looks original) and worn out seats, but no visible signs of rust. Should be an easy resto.
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What bodystyle, drivetrain, configuration, segment, or niche do you feel is unrepresented or under-represented in the US market?
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My boss has had 2 Escape 4WDs as his demos this winter, first a black Hybrid, and now an XLT V6. The few times I've gotten to drive them, I've been impressed with the solid, quiet ride on dry pavement. I asked him how the 4WD did for him in the snow, and he said he was unimpressed, said neither one felt like it was really pulling much with the rear wheels, even in deep snow where it surely would have been necessary. He said it was not like a pickup truck, where you shift it into 4WD and you can feel it work. Kind of disappointed me to hear him say that. I wonder if GM's AWD Equinox/Terrain system is similar to the Escape's in operation and in low-traction conditions …
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I got my Permanent Resident status in the birth-land of GM yesterday.
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It's been 2 years since I've joined this site. So... just like last year, I must start a thread and celebrate! :D Time for a beer... w00t! Now I just wish that this 240sx Chris showed me wasn't on ebay and could wait until I got everything sold. Damn him for showing me this... it's so clean... and black... I want! :P
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a few bad GM performances too. key autos fail whiplash test
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Saw this rusty ‘63 Imperial in a parking lot this afternoon.
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It is starting to look pretty good and this show is absolutely unbelieveable. The price is worth it as well. Who here on the forums is going? I am going on the first day, the 13th. I am just too excited for it that I can't wait one extra day lol.
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Post your favorite chuck norris jokes here.....1 at a time please... When the boogeyman goes to sleep evry night he checks his closet for Chuck Norris. ------------------------------------------------- I made this one up.... Chuck Norris doesnt fart, air escapes through his butthole and runs...
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I came home a week early. I made it...what an adventure. I had to overnight in London because I came into one major airport (Heathrow) and out of another (Gatwick). At least, I got to see London for an afternoon which normally would have not been part of my plans. It was a likable place, though cleary the most 'EFFIN expensive city I have EVER visited. In short, I had had enough of the heat and humidity, the congestion, the overpriced dinky rental cars and ridiculous gas prices, the fact that I probably spent $ 100 Euros ($ 138 USD) on bottled water in 5 weeks because they don't give you free water in restaurants as you may think, the sensory overload of adjacent cu…
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and you see something that just blows your mind? I got the chance to take a 5 door Astra XE for a test drive today. (And it was quite fun to drive, I must say) First off, they had to put the ugliest wheel covers on the XE.....like ever. And they charge 960 bucks for A/C, 1300 bucks for a auto trans.... Then I look at an XR, only to find-for like 500 bucks more, you get a bunch more (alm wheels, a/c, better radio, steeing wheel controls..) What the heck? What is the point of the XE? Unless you don't want A/C......... Crazy stuff I tell you....
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Monochromatic, a form of monochrome, is defined as: Though a form of the word 'chrome' is contained within the word, the word itself does not refer to removing chrome trim from an automobile or exchanging chromed trim pieces for those that are body-colored. That instance is referred to as exchanging chromed trim pieces for those that are body-colored. This is not monochromatic. In fact, it contains many colors. This may be considered to have a monochromatic paint scheme because the exterior paint is only one color, not multi-toned. Thank you.
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Some interesting old vids 1965 Riverside 500 1956? Darlington 500 pt. 1 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EehuwA7l5zE...feature=related pt. 2 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sfyPvYOFW5M...feature=related 1963 Riverside 500 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8bbsY-ftcyc
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I think I posted this a long time ago, but guess what...? It has family...
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you told yourself "someday I will drive/own one of those"? Mine was the Corvette, be it its design, power, handling or even just the name, I've always had a deep down love and respect for the Corvette. So what's everyone elses answers?
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I'm kinda bored if you hadn't noticed, and procrastinating a bit, but oh well. For those of you who have them, what USB flash drives do you use? I've got quite a few, some of which don't work anymore. I have a Memorex drive which I really liked, but the drive got bent so it's no good anymore. I have a Lexar 512MB Jump Drive from college...this stupid thing was like $60 from the school store. Still use it. I have a PNY attache Which I use from time to time. i got it as gift. Thi s thing is made from cheap plastic, and the case tends to slide off. I had an old 256MB one that was built better, but lost it. My other drive is a 1GB Corsair Voyager. I love this th…
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Please speak to us in code. Where will you be on December 13th, 2012?
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I found this funny and thought I'd share.
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Our new toy
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My wife and I found ourselves a new toy to play with. Its a 72 Skylark convertible for those that don't recognize it.
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Germany in call for ban on oil speculation Link: http://www.telegraph.co.uk/money/main.jhtm...26/cnoil126.xml German leaders are to propose a worldwide ban on oil trading by speculators, blaming the latest spike in crude prices on manipulation by hedge funds. It is the most drastic proposal to date amid escalating calls from Europe, the US and Asia for controls on market forces, underscoring the profound shift in the political climate since the credit crunch began. India has already suspended futures trading of five commodities. Uwe Beckmeyer, transport chief for Germany's Social Democrats, said his party would call for joint measures by the G8 powers to prohibit …
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For nearly 30 years, "play ball" on an early-May Friday night in Elgin has signaled the start of another softball season for my Dad's city softball team. Friday night, May 11, was no different. Unfortunately, Dad's team lost 20-5. Elgin Ind/Jake's Pizza started off well enough ... scoring 3 runs after 2 were out in the bottom of the 1st. But, a 6-run 4th and an 11-run 5th for the visitors wiped that away. Meanwhile, for the last few years, "play ball" on an early-May Tuesday night in Elgin has meant the start of the softball season for my brother-in-law's co-ed team. Tuesday night, May 8, they started the season with a 16-1 win. Tempco scored 2 in the 1st, 3 in the…
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History will be made in either direction. Time to sit back enjoy, as of Saturday.
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c'mon, what's the greatest movie of all time!??
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I was walking down the street with a friend of mine in Toronto and this woman approached us and gave us some free passes for an advanced screening of "World Trade Center". I wasn't too keen on seeing this movie, as I was kind of worried that it would be more flag-waving sappy drivel like "Pearl Harbor" (the movie). Since my friend wanted to go, and we didn't have anything better to do, I let her convince me. I missed the very beginning (probably about 5 minutes), so I didn't get to see how they treated the actual event. However, this movie was not what I expected. This was much more a personal story about three people and how them and their families were affected that …
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I was very happy to read about this. Evidently, Deutsche Lufthansa (der flying gestapo :AH-HA_wink: don't get me started) has signed orders for about a dozen new Boeing 747-800s. Others are placing orders mostly for the freighter version, but British and other Asian carriers may place some orders, as there is a historical trend to buy Boeing. That would be cool. And why not? The technology is known, the infrastructure is there and it's a beauty. The area where Boeing knows they have had to make strides is in economy, material weight and quietness of operation ("Quiet Tuning," anybody?). The ugly Airbus 380 is noticeably quieter than any '47s to date, judging from…
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A couple of months ago I bought a new set of trimmers, a real upgrade over my last set. Well the book said I could give myself a haircut with them, so I got a brilliant idea. Except... I had the guard set too short. Too late! Now I feel like Britney Spears on a bad mental-health day.
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Mau7WkSqEc http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xOPaCvGZ9ro
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As I browsed the various automotive news websites for my daily virtual reading, something hit me. It was a bit of deja-vu from looking over an image. I'm not certain, but it may have been an image of the Subaru WRX STi from the numerous first tests everyone published. Why it hit me now, I haven't the slightest clue. I started digging to find the source. Soon enough, I found what brought on this repetitive phenomenom. What started out as a couple vehicles here and there soon morphed into many. In fact, by the end, I was able to find hints of this design feature in nearly every manufacturer's lineup. All the big automotive names... like GM, Ford, Volkswagen, BMW, Toyota, Ho…
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4-1-07/ GM Headquarters: Today, Rick Wagoner has announced an unanomous decision to cancel all further production of the GMC Acadia. "With the Saturn Outlook and the upcoming Chevrolet Lambda (called "Criuse," just announced today) on the roads, and GMC being known for a tough-truck brand, it will be pulled from the production line." There is a rumor that a replacement, supposedly more rigid and GMC-like, according to insiders, is expected to debut at the Frankfurt show. Recalls for the Acadia are planned to start Tuesday, along with production halt. "The idea of pulling the Acadia off the market is probably a good idea, for GMC's sake and its reputation." Bob Lutz …
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You bound up the steps into the gym two at a time, show the front desk chick your member number, and make your way down to the locker room to change. You're so ready to get on that stepper and show it who's boss. 20 minutes on the stepper, no problem. You stop at the water fountain for a sip, in your regular routine, then wash your hands and head back upstairs, two at a time, full of energy. You're no newbie. You mix it up a bit on the apparatus, suavely making your way around the room with a professional, seasoned face. You can't help but glance around at a few attractive people, but your brow remains furrowed, intent on working your muscles, building a better body…
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1961 Pontiac Tempest Well, winter beater/daily driver. It's such a departure from the land barges I'm into, but I've been looking to get into something old for a daily driver and the little four-banger might be a fun alternative to having a modern gas sipper. Seems cheap for what it is if the description is accurate, too. Any thoughts?
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The Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation estimates that in an average year the adult entertainment industry — which is headquartered primarily in Southern California — registers total sales of $12.6 billion. Recently Larry Flynt, head of the Hustler empire, and Joe Francis, the man behind the “Girls Gone Wild” series, requested a $5 billion bailout from Congress. Is it that bad out there? The rest of the nation is reeling from a severe economic downturn. Yet the conventional wisdom about the adult entertainment business is that it is recession-proof. And that thinking is consistent with the behavior of mainstream Hollywood. In times of economic …
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Hey guys, So I've decided that the northeast, and especially the NYC area, is just getting too pricey for my tastes. I've been feeling that way for a while but couldn't really think of where I might consider relocating to since everyone I know lives in this area and I’m not keen on the idea of moving somewhere on my own just for a change of pace. My family situation has finally given me another direction to consider. My parents and my brother and his family (wife and 3 kids) are relocating to Charlottesville VA. They have lived together for the last seven years to their mutual advantage since my dad has MS and he and my mom need help around the house while my brothe…
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How might one go about that? I've had something on my mind that I just can't get off of it. I'm been in a terrible mood and been having trouble sleeping. I'm pretty sure I'm going to have a mental meltdown if I don't do something about it. Anyone have any suggestions?
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A few days ago, I saw this Aston Martin V8 Vantage for $94k online. Just for fun I emailed the dealer to see what, if any, financing they offered. They said "oh sure we send people to this company all the time: http://www.woodsidecredit.com/ 12 year loans for exotics! Borrow $100k for about $1100/month! Perfect! I'm ordering my R8 right now...
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Iconic 'face'.....sweet
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News about failing at life.
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So I've got someone's computer they asked me to look at (completely computer illiterate) and it's got this lovely error on startup "operating system not found" That's all it does...there's no options to enter setup or anything. I'm guessing HD or motherbaord. It's a strange computer. It's Dell case but the boot screen is HP, and it has two HDs. I'm not sure what the person who built it for him did, lol. I was just curious what you guys think is more likely. If it's not enough info, I don't have much else beyond it shows the HP logo and the goes to the error. I'm gonna pull out the two HDs and see if I can access them on my computer. Just wanted to know if you guys …
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Well, It's Official...
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As of August 28th, 2006, I have a vehicle. No more borrowing this car or that car. I mentioned this in another thread. Here's what I said. Well, I bothered to ask today about it and the truck is mine for certain. He's never asking for it back. I can't say I blame him. Before I start getting into why I just said that, let me go around describing the truck first. The Indigo Blue Metalliac 1998 Chevrolet S10 LS regular cab with the 2.2 liter four and 5-speed manual I've been handed has the mid-level gray cloth upholstery and a CD player. The truck is equipped similar to 1999's Survival Pak S10s, although this truck doesn't have it. Now, I won't start making a long par…
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On Fall Sundays, I usually get the urge to cook something. This evening for dinner I made meatballs to put in with pasta sauce and shells. I baked them in a cooking bag... but darn it, I made too many. What do you guys do with your extra balls? I guess I could make gravy for them and serve them over noodles, or I could buy some sub rolls and put some pizza sauce and mozzarella on top for a meatball sandwich. Any other idears?
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121 (Yes, this is the most pointless thread ever, I'm bored)
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I came across this immaculate Miata while on Ebay. I've never seen a car its age and mileage in that condition. It literally looks like new. Clicky
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OK, this may seem a strange thing to say at 10:00 AM but I am having a hard time getting to sleep. I work graveshift and Friday mornings are always hard for me to get to sleep since I am thinking about the weekend. So, here I sit at the computer on my favorite forum, having a beer and some whiskey. Hopefully, this won't last long and I will feel ready for some much needed rest. (Last night was a pain)
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One of the highlights of the car hobby for me is the Ocean City, MD Spring cruise-in. It is a spectacular event, a Spring break-out of every kind of hot rod, muscle car, and everything in between automotive. I just reserved a room at the Rehoboth Beach Guest House (closest I could get to OC, everything's full there by now), so I'm set. I'm wondering if anyone from C&G is planning on going, maybe we can meet up. Here's a link: http://www.specialeventpro.com/cruisin.php
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