I think that is probably for the best, Jim. I was a little worried for you for the reasons you've given. The potential for disaster seemed pretty high to me.

I wish you the best of luck looking for work.

 

Yeah, common sense finally prevailed. I need the money, but I was not making enough to make it worth it, and having to pay for a tire doesn't help the profit margin. The trailer tire that went bad was brand new and covered by Les Schwab's road hazard warranty, so that was free. Both tires did not run over anything, they just let go. The trailer tire was the right rear, and if it had run over something the front tire would have too. But there were not signs of a puncture in the tread. Front truck tire had good tread, but was destroyed beyond recognition so I could not be 100% sure it ran over something or not. Both of them were properly inflated, so I have no idea what caused them to fail. Luckily, I had a spare for each one, but it got me thinking about having a mechanical failure. And that is when I decided to just sell the truck and trailer. I am hoping to get enough out of the sale of both to pick up a 4x4 Ranger and pay a few months rent. I will see if I can transport ATV's and/or motorcycles in the bed of the Ranger. I will just have to make sure I keep some money aside for emergencies. This all assumes I can even fit into a Ranger. The last one I checked out a few months back was too cramped for me. However, it was a standard cab with a 5 speed manual trans. Maybe if I look for one with the extended cab I can get the seat to move back far enough that I can operate the gas pedal with my right foot. And of course, it has to be an auto trans. I don't have much confidence in my ability to snag a job though. I have been out of work since Sept 2010, and am in even worse condition now with my bad knee, and hip. Maybe I should re-apply for Social Security Disability and see what happens there.

Jim

 

Anyone know of Amy transmission coolers for sale? I'd like a 6.0 but would take an aftermarket too.

Got a little toasty today.

 

I recall Rockauto having the 6.0 tranny cooler (made by Dorman) for less than typical price + their 5%FTE discount + shipping = $176.

Partnumber:
5C3Z-7A095-B
RebateCode valid up to 06.15.2014
2153183519466743


http://www.rockauto.com/m/mobilecatalog.php?tab=search

 

Speaking of poachers, now here's a penalty:

Washington Poacher Who Beheaded Trophy Bucks Gets 5 Years, $24K Fine | Griffin's Guide to Hunting and Fishing

 

Some people are really stupid.

Jim

 

And it's not like his family needed the food, that would have been different. He just left the remains to rot.

I don't think his sentencing was long enough. He knew what he was doing, and his arrogance led him to believe he would get away with it.

In my opinion, this fool DIDN'T get what he deserved!

Pop

 

In Alaska want and waste is the most serious offense you can be charged with.

So I'm told.

 

Correctly, "wanton waste".

Field-to-Freezer Meat Care in Alaska, Alaska Department of Fish and Game

 

Not in Kansas this week. Looks pretty much like the Sacramento Capital.

 

If not Kansas, where?

 

Una Buena pregunta Steve!

 

i think sean needs his own thread!

"where in the world is wpnaes?"

 

Nah, it's more fun cluttering up the all topic threads. Speaking of clutter...

A good cure for hot and sticky weather.

 

Looks like root beer

Jim