January Open Chat Thread
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From: Lake Tahoe, Nevada
Hi Tim, long time....
We only got a few inches but I live in the "banana belt" so I can't say what the average has been around the lake. But when we get four inches it is common for Meyers to get over a foot. Also Kingsbury gets a lot. But Heavenly got a lot. Trouble is it has been warm so the snow is heavy and wet. But if it was cold up in the ski areas that would be great if we don't get rain tomorrow.
Good to see you on the boards Tim.
We only got a few inches but I live in the "banana belt" so I can't say what the average has been around the lake. But when we get four inches it is common for Meyers to get over a foot. Also Kingsbury gets a lot. But Heavenly got a lot. Trouble is it has been warm so the snow is heavy and wet. But if it was cold up in the ski areas that would be great if we don't get rain tomorrow.
Good to see you on the boards Tim.
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From: Other side of the sunrise
We got about the same here Bruce. Lots of rain prior to it turning white, though, so I'd imagine the higher elevations got quite a bit. This next one is suppose to be colder, tonight and tomorrow morning. Fingers crossed... Personally, I'm done with this drought. The good weather was nice for a while but enough is enough.
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From: Stagecoach, NV.
Yeah Donna, we went to the one in Moundhouse. If we knew you lived there we would have invited you to come along! 
Actually we went to one a lot closer to home, on Jensen Ave in south Fresno. Picked up a reconditioned battery for the Bronco for a total of $31.55 and it even comes with a 6 month warranty. Popped that puppy in, and the Bronco fired right up. I am a happy camper again!
Jim
PS: Thanks Joe for all your help, could not have done it without you.
Actually we went to one a lot closer to home, on Jensen Ave in south Fresno. Picked up a reconditioned battery for the Bronco for a total of $31.55 and it even comes with a 6 month warranty. Popped that puppy in, and the Bronco fired right up. I am a happy camper again!
Jim
PS: Thanks Joe for all your help, could not have done it without you.
I have yet to meet his wife, but one of these days it'll happen I'm sure, just like our future meet. 
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From: Fresno, CA.
It didn't rain as much as I thought it would yesterday, and after checking the weather report today, they don't even mention rain now until tomorrow. Originally they said rain Sat and Sun, but changed the forecast, and moved it to Monday.
Jim
Jim
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From: Stagecoach, NV.
Hi Tim!
Good to see ya here. How have you been?
We really have to get out that way for lottery tickets again. It's been a long time since we've gotten any. I'll get in touch with you the next time we get come your way
Good to see ya here.
How have you been?We really have to get out that way for lottery tickets again. It's been a long time since we've gotten any. I'll get in touch with you the next time we get come your way
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From: Fresno, CA.
I'm glad you got your Bronco fixed. GTG's are fun whether it's 2 people or a large group! Bruce & I have met up a few times & it's always great to see him! In fact, he came to the house to look at the 70 Ford before you confirmed your interest in it! I have yet to meet his wife, but one of these days it'll happen I'm sure, just like our future meet.
I have yet to meet his wife, but one of these days it'll happen I'm sure, just like our future meet. Jim
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From: Stagecoach, NV.
Thanks Donna, I am glad the Bronco is fixed too. Means I have mobility again without having to depend on the bus! We will have a mini gtg when I go up to get the F-100 since most likely Joe will come with me. Unless I just bring the 4x4 F-250 and a U-Haul trailer. However, the company would be nice, and we can have a 3 person gtg instead of 2, Maybe we can also visit that Pick-n-Pull in your area while we are up there.
Jim
Jim
That sounds great Jim! And, if i know ahead of time when your making the trip here, maybe I can get a few more FTEers to come as well - Bruce, & Michelle, & anyone else. I can put the word out & see who can make it?!
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From: Other side of the sunrise
Sounds great. Bring that shady ol' character Bruce along... And of course Mrs. BDOX and Mr. Olfthfl too.
