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Post by vergyltantor on Oct 14, 2023 15:49:27 GMT -5
My first car 1965 VW Beetle, minus the optional dents and rust. Top speed 65 mph (downhill).  I've never had the pleasure of driving a VW Beetle. A classic! This was around 1980. It might be called a Classic today, but mine was just a rusted out rattle trap. It was very cold in the winter because it had no heater fan, so if the car wasn't moving it had no heat. I had an ice scraper hanging from the rearview mirror because the defroster had no chance of keeping the windshield clear inside the car and it would frost up from my breath. The engine had solid lifters that needed constant adjustment. |
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Post by Wolfgang on Oct 14, 2023 16:03:46 GMT -5
When I was driving around in my Chevy Chevette, I could feel every bump on the road. And when traveling at higher speeds, the windows and other mechanical parts I couldn't identify rattled loudly. It could barely go uphill. But I kinda loved it. I used to tell my friends I was glad to be driving a Chevette because "I felt at ONE with the earth" (because of all the bumps).
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Post by vergyltantor on Oct 14, 2023 16:07:24 GMT -5
When I was driving around in my Chevy Chevette, I could feel every bump on the road. And when traveling at higher speeds, the windows and other mechanical parts I couldn't identify rattled loudly. It could barely go uphill. But I kinda loved it. I used to tell my friends I was glad to be driving a Chevette because "I felt at ONE with the earth" (because of all the bumps). My mom had a Chevette, we just called it Mom's Vette. |
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Post by NebraskaVBfan93 on Oct 15, 2023 15:01:24 GMT -5
The New York Liberty’s home court is one of the most visually appealing I’ve seen. Presently playing on ABC in the WNBA Finals.
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Post by Wolfgang on Oct 15, 2023 19:57:16 GMT -5
I'm wondering if I should change my roof tiles. I don't have any leaks through the ceiling but I suspect there are leaks from the roof to the attic. Somehow, the leaks are either too small or the water is being diverted to a natural funnel or gutter on the sides. Also, we have animals (birds, raccoons, squirrels, owls, and rats) invade our attic, some staying for extended periods. We haven't done a thing but we hear a lot of strange noises. At times, we hear noises of animals in the throes of death. I picture some hawk or owl swooping down and snatching a rat and tearing into its flesh.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 15, 2023 20:04:00 GMT -5
I'm wondering if I should change my roof tiles. I don't have any leaks through the ceiling but I suspect there are leaks from the roof to the attic. Somehow, the leaks are either too small or the water is being diverted to a natural funnel or gutter on the sides. Also, we have animals (birds, raccoons, squirrels, owls, and rats) invade our attic, some staying for extended periods. We haven't done a thing but we hear a lot of strange noises. At times, we hear noises of animals in the throes of death. I picture some hawk or owl swooping down and snatching a rat and tearing into its flesh. I've had that problem in the past. The animals aren't necessarily an issue themselves, but are if they chew into wiring or otherwise harm the integrity of the house. |
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Post by Wolfgang on Oct 16, 2023 11:34:03 GMT -5
I'm wondering if I should change my roof tiles. I don't have any leaks through the ceiling but I suspect there are leaks from the roof to the attic. Somehow, the leaks are either too small or the water is being diverted to a natural funnel or gutter on the sides. Also, we have animals (birds, raccoons, squirrels, owls, and rats) invade our attic, some staying for extended periods. We haven't done a thing but we hear a lot of strange noises. At times, we hear noises of animals in the throes of death. I picture some hawk or owl swooping down and snatching a rat and tearing into its flesh. I've had that problem in the past. The animals aren't necessarily an issue themselves, but are if they chew into wiring or otherwise harm the integrity of the house. I have nothing up there except for old treasure chests and some dead bodies. |
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Post by Wolfgang on Oct 17, 2023 10:47:57 GMT -5
I'm thinking of running 8 miles today and then once at the destination, grabbing a bite to eat for lunch, and then taking the bus back home. I've never done this before but it sounds fun. I have to map it out on Google so I get my 8 miles and my destination has enough good dining options.
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Post by Wolfgang on Oct 17, 2023 18:19:31 GMT -5
I'm wondering if I should take a nap.
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Post by Wolfgang on Oct 24, 2023 14:27:58 GMT -5
I'm thinking of reading spy novels. John le Carre stuff.
I'd like to enter the spy profession and I think these books will help.
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Post by daredevil808 on Oct 24, 2023 14:29:33 GMT -5
I'm wondering when my lingering cough will go away.
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Post by AmeriCanVBfan on Oct 24, 2023 14:34:20 GMT -5
I'm wondering when my lingering cough will go away. Me too! I think it’s gonna be awhile. |
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Post by nowhereman on Oct 24, 2023 16:11:24 GMT -5
Opening night of NBA season.
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Post by mikegarrison on Oct 24, 2023 16:33:41 GMT -5
I'm thinking of reading spy novels. John le Carre stuff. I'd like to enter the spy profession and I think these books will help. AFAIK, most spies sit in an office and read/catalogue reports. |
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Post by akbar on Oct 24, 2023 16:36:37 GMT -5
My first car 1965 VW Beetle, minus the optional dents and rust. Top speed 65 mph (downhill). I've never had the pleasure of driving a VW Beetle. A classic! The smell of the interior of a VW bug is unlike any other. |
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