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Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 09-06-2024, 06:09 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,033
Posted By pj67coll
So far my wife and I have missed out this season....

So far my wife and I have missed out this season. But we work in schools so are at the forefront of it. My wife will be getting the shot soon I'm sure but I'm not sure I'll be doing one again....
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 02-16-2024, 10:34 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,199
Posted By pj67coll
It's a problem yes. But it's not that simple....

It's a problem yes. But it's not that simple. Building homes, apartments etc, isn't going to get a drug addict clean or a mental case well. Around me the homless population has steady increased since...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 02-16-2024, 10:33 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,199
Posted By pj67coll
It's a problem yes. But it's not that simple....

It's a problem yes. But it's not that simple. Building homes, apartments etc, isn't going to get a drug addict clean or a mental case well. Around me the homless population has steady increased since...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 02-16-2024, 12:21 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,199
Posted By pj67coll
I went NY to LA on Greyhound in 93. It was sort...

I went NY to LA on Greyhound in 93. It was sort of okay but starting to get seedy even way back then. Unfortunate reality now is that Greyhound is basically for the underclass in the US. That is...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 12-13-2023, 02:17 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 456
Posted By pj67coll
It is pretty damn neat. That head is bigger than...

It is pretty damn neat. That head is bigger than him.

- Peter.
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 11-02-2023, 02:52 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,577
Posted By pj67coll
They are fantastic pics. Same object thru my 6...

They are fantastic pics. Same object thru my 6 inch Newtonian, if it's visible at all, is a almost completely indistinct tiny greenish patch.

- Peter.
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 10-19-2023, 01:37 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,577
Posted By pj67coll
The annular eclipse was pretty cool. We didn't...

The annular eclipse was pretty cool. We didn't get the full obscuration in Phoenix. Only reached about 80 percent but it was still a neat experience. I took a bunch of pics thru my 6 inch telescope...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 10-15-2023, 07:24 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,254
Posted By pj67coll
Already done. There is no reason to freak out...

Already done. There is no reason to freak out like morons over the miniscule number of classics still on the road. Not when you have situations like Germany where the eco freaks killed Nuclear power...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 10-15-2023, 02:11 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,254
Posted By pj67coll
There is no need for a "solution" to a problem...

There is no need for a "solution" to a problem that doesn't exist.

- Peter.
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 10-05-2023, 11:50 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,254
Posted By pj67coll
This isn't 1970. Those cars are mostly long since...

This isn't 1970. Those cars are mostly long since recycled. A few classic cars left have eff all effect on health.

- Peter.
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 10-05-2023, 05:58 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,254
Posted By pj67coll
I'm well aware of the ULEZ crap in London and the...

I'm well aware of the ULEZ crap in London and the Blade Runners that are taking out the cameras all over the city. Good luck to them say I. As does my brother who is stuck there and has nothing good...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 10-05-2023, 09:15 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,254
Posted By pj67coll
California looking to get rid of classic cars

So the California freaks are looking to get rid of classic cars. They are apparently looking to restrict the use of any cars older than 78. This will obviosly affect those in the "older Mercedes"...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 07-28-2023, 12:37 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,039
Posted By pj67coll
Perhpas it is largely the theaters fault. I've...

Perhpas it is largely the theaters fault. I've had this complaint about other movies I've seen recently. Yes, I get that at 55 I'm heading towards "old curmudgeon" status but it's not just that. I'm...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 07-24-2023, 10:42 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,039
Posted By pj67coll
I believe the movie itself stayed pretty true to...

I believe the movie itself stayed pretty true to the book and the history. In that respect it was good. My only complaint had to do with the irritating noise you had to put up with thru-out from the...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 07-24-2023, 09:22 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,039
Posted By pj67coll
Oppenheimer

Anybody seen it? Saw it last night and was highly dissappointed. Not in the basics of the film itself but in the mess they made of the score.
I thougth it was so bad I was almost at the point...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 06-04-2023, 11:09 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,577
Posted By pj67coll
Times sure have changed. While I've had some...

Times sure have changed. While I've had some really good flights I'm no longer much of a fan.. I was hoping to attend the "Clash of Empires" philately exhibition in London next month. Apparently...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 06-04-2023, 03:18 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,577
Posted By pj67coll
That is an awesome pic. Never seen the lights....

That is an awesome pic. Never seen the lights. And never been in a 777. I was hoping to fly in one to London next month on American but that's not going to happen now unfortunately.

- Peter.
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 03-30-2023, 05:53 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 483
Posted By pj67coll
Interesting. Many years ago when I was a kid I...

Interesting. Many years ago when I was a kid I recall seeing a short sci-fi story on Television. Can't remember if it was Twilight Zone or not but I think not, about a scientist type of individual...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 03-24-2023, 09:39 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,078
Posted By pj67coll
He does that too. Just took delivery of his new...

He does that too. Just took delivery of his new Corvette last year.

- Peter.
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 03-24-2023, 09:10 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,078
Posted By pj67coll
Meant to comment on this. My father in law has...

Meant to comment on this. My father in law has two, or possibly three.

- Peter.
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 03-24-2023, 09:08 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,078
Posted By pj67coll
I know the Russians made wrist watches for the...

I know the Russians made wrist watches for the blind. Was not aware of Pockets. Prior to The Soviet era Russian watch industry was a very small bespoke home handicraft show. Mostly assembling...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 03-23-2023, 09:08 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,078
Posted By pj67coll
I like them too. But have nothing as fancy as you...

I like them too. But have nothing as fancy as you guys. A small collection of Soviet era Poljots, Vostoks and Raketas. Some of which even work. And several Vostoks that are about four years old....
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-18-2023, 05:12 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 8,629
Posted By pj67coll
Did it kick down before without holding the pedal...

Did it kick down before without holding the pedal to the floor? I've never known a 240D auto that I didn't have to floor it from standstill so as to engage the kickdown switch under the accellerator....
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 03-02-2023, 10:22 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 820
Posted By pj67coll
There are about five near miss, (some very near)...

There are about five near miss, (some very near) disasters avoided in the last few months that the FAA is investigating in the US, and the incident in Hawaii where they only just managed to avoid the...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 02-16-2023, 04:34 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 897
Posted By pj67coll
I sympathize. And on the 108's the only plastic...

I sympathize. And on the 108's the only plastic of significance is the dash pad and buttons. Actually the pad is foam so not really the same thing. Oh, and the useless door pockets on the later...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 02-16-2023, 01:26 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 897
Posted By pj67coll
I disagree with your claim that carbed engines...

I disagree with your claim that carbed engines last longer. And the chance of finding a mechanic with the skills to deal with the twin Zeniths on a 280S is almost as unobtanium as any fuel injection...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 02-16-2023, 10:27 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 897
Posted By pj67coll
Mercedes - as Mercedes - is finished. It's now...

Mercedes - as Mercedes - is finished. It's now just another car company like any other.
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 02-16-2023, 10:22 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 787
Posted By pj67coll
Renting an office suite in Costa Mesa CA, while...

Renting an office suite in Costa Mesa CA, while the mailing address is a pokey little place in Helena MT? I wonder if anyone would be dumb enough to give these scammers money?

- Peter.
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 01-06-2023, 09:59 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,076
Posted By pj67coll
For me a toss up between my 79 116 280S. And my...

For me a toss up between my 79 116 280S. And my 72 Cadillac Sedan DeVille. The 116 was the most comfortable car I've ever driven and by far the best long distance mile eater. Like flying a jet just...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-01-2022, 01:19 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 8,629
Posted By pj67coll
What exactly do you mean by "spun a thread" How...

What exactly do you mean by "spun a thread"
How did the mechanic determine this? Has he removed the pump?

- Peter.
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