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Divided he ad:
Hi Paul, Welcome aboard :wave:
You'll be unlikely not to find something of interest here.... As with a list like that you'll find it hard not to have something to talk about :thumbup:
Got to say much of your list is over my head... I know what some of it is, but no idea how it works (C-o-C rules!! :lol: )
I used to go to school in Ilkley.... Ben Rhydding in fact.... A long time ago now.... Ever been up the Cow and Calf? I used to cross country run all over those moors!! (run.... not any more!!!!)
That means you'll be close to the next big show in Harrogate.... Don't know when it's on yet? But I'll certainly be there on the Saturday (I like the sunday to play with any bits I buy :dremel: )
Looking forward to seeing what those projects look like :scratch: :)
Ralph.
Serveta150:
Hi Guys,
Thanks for the warm welcome. I did mean to respond sooner but on Friday eve' I had an e-mail that needed attention and on Saturday eve' Mrs. L decided that she wanted to discuss (tell me how it's going to be) the forthcoming (news to me) decorating of the Kitchen and Living-room.
Apart from Chester Tools this is the only Forum I have entered into, but wow am I wowed by it!
Regarding the Northern Banter, I am sorry to have to say that it should have read "On Ilkley Moor bar t' 'at" ("On Ilkely Moor without the Hat") It's a cheerful traditional song about someone who catches a cold in the rain. At the time of writing, I was getting an earful of, "how much longer are you going to be on that rotten computer"? Thanks to members in my locality for their grace in allowing me to make things clear (I hope)
Eric, any chance of a couple of jeep pics form your colleague at work?
Bernd, we all need a woman to keep us in check, just you listen to Tammy.
Spin, SG's are my favourite because of their sound and looks. Unfortunately (for me at least) I have short, fat fingers and play electric bass. I have two - both cherry red.
John, thanks for introducing me here and also for your help on the Chester forum. Sorry that I missed your first name when replying.
Now then Kludge, The MB definatly, with it's Split wind-screen (shield) Ever since I was old enough to distinguish one vehicle from another, I have wanted a Jeep. They are simple, rugged, reliable, humble and honest - a bit like the person Mrs. L thought she was marrying. I will never forgive Frank Burns for crushing one with a Sherman Tank. He'd have more to worry about than being known as "Ferret Face" if I'd been writing the M*A*S*H scripts. I reckon I'd have shipped Mrs. Burns out there whilst Majors Burns & Hoolihan were playing naughty pontoon in Hot-Lips tent!
Stew, I whish I'd been able to stay at the same spot, but I came out of my apprenticeship and walked straight into the recession of 1979 onwards. However I, " always look on the bright side of life"
John S, I lived my childhood at Kirkby Overblow befor moving to Harrogate where my mam (mom) still lives. I still venture out that way on my Lambretta (when it's sunny & running that is)
David, Brighouse is brilliant - True Northern Grit!
Ralph, I will be at Harrogate sometime for the exhibition, but I can't say when since it depends on how much time I get off for good behaviour. I won't be wearing a pink carnation (this year) but just in case I am not allocated any dosh (cash) - I'll be busking outside the door.
Meanwhile, back at the Ranch, I will be posting some pic's of my Workshop in the relevant section soon. I worked most of this weekend on a 7.25" gauge loco called "Paddington" The drawings and design (particularly the super structure) leave a great deal to be desired and I am struggling a bit. I am about 2 years overdue in finishing this loco for a friend and am annoyed with myself (to say nothing of incurring the wrath of Wonder Woman) for my not getting on with the job sooner. I know some of you picked-me-up for my diversity of interests and this is one criticism (out of many) my beloved has of me and I know she's right.
All the time whist I was working I kept thinking about this site and the insight it gives into the home engineering lives of others. Again I found it encouraging and inspiring and I reckon it'll get me on a steady track.
Best regards, Paul (Got a dream boy, got a song - Paint your wagon and come along)
Kludge:
--- Quote from: Serveta150 on February 08, 2009, 03:15:36 PM ---Thanks for the warm welcome. I did mean to respond sooner but on Friday eve' I had an e-mail that needed attention and on Saturday eve' Mrs. L decided that she wanted to discuss (tell me how it's going to be) the forthcoming (news to me) decorating of the Kitchen and Living-room.
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At the time of writing, I was getting an earful of, "how much longer are you going to be on that rotten computer"? Thanks to members in my locality for their grace in allowing me to make things clear (I hope)
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And even MORE rules for any forthcoming Mrs K #3. ;D
--- Quote ---Bernd, we all need a woman to keep us in check, just you listen to Tammy.
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Heh, heh, heh ... don't get me started. :bang:
--- Quote ---Now then Kludge, The MB definatly, with it's Split wind-screen (shield) Ever since I was old enough to distinguish one vehicle from another, I have wanted a Jeep. They are simple, rugged, reliable, humble and honest
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They used to be. Willys Jeeps certainly were and AM General maintained that until Chrysler bought the civilian line and they got more civilized in 1972. (AM General continued making the postal and military vehicles.) The TJ (introduced in 1995, IIRC) had coils springs and the Liberty did away with the solid axles. They are not Jeeps, in my opinion, and even my YJ is marginal even though it's built on the same frame and running gear as the CJ-7.
A Jeep used to be a utility vehicle - essentially a truck with a "Deal with it" attitude. Now it's a Sport Utility Vehicle (although Hawaii is good enough to leave the "sport" off mine for licensing purposes) that hides its heritage under a roll cage, tons of padding and fancy paint & carpetting.
I'm slowly reverting mine (removing padding, carpet etc) although I can't do anything about the roll cage. Eventually, I hope to get that foolish coachwork from the firewall forward replaced with one more appropriate - ie, a CJ-7's. After that, I'll deal with the tailgate issue.
--- Quote ---I worked most of this weekend on a 7.25" gauge loco called "Paddington"
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Ooooh, pictures! Definitely pictures!
--- Quote ---All the time whist I was working I kept thinking about this site and the insight it gives into the home engineering lives of others. Again I found it encouraging and inspiring and I reckon it'll get me on a steady track.
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There are really good people here. The fountain of knowledge and support is amazing. HEck, they even tolerate me. More or less. :)
BEst regards,
Kludge
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