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Old Feb 5, 2007 | 10:40 PM
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Zach- bring the plane but be advised the space is very limited!!! I also fly R/C and there just isn't enough room at this park.
 
Old Feb 5, 2007 | 10:46 PM
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we're gonna have another john denver on our hands....
 
Old Feb 6, 2007 | 12:31 PM
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I just might have to...though the space will definetly be a problem...I did an engine swap in it and it's already bad enough keeping it nearby...I probably won't go past 1/4 throttle once it's in the air.
 
Old Feb 6, 2007 | 02:07 PM
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I just might have to...though the space will definetly be a problem...I did an engine swap in it and it's already bad enough keeping it nearby...I probably won't go past 1/4 throttle once it's in the air.
MAN! can I fly it?! I'll pay for it if I crash.. I want an RC so bad.. But haven't a clue how to build one or even which one to get..

I want like a twin turbine F14 tomcat.. LMAO! Kidding..
 
Old Feb 6, 2007 | 03:43 PM
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There really isnt much room in this park.

Its actually just a parking lot...dirt/rock/ gravel..maybe a little asphalt..very uneven if my memory serves me.

It also sits on the edge of the dam spillway...could be some pretty tricky updrafts.

I think down below the dam and bridge there is a larger area if the park is to tight for flight. Would love to see em fly!
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Old Feb 6, 2007 | 07:18 PM
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as long as you don't try to burn my truck to the ground during the midnight hours i am happy...i'll tell you this story saturday...
 
Old Feb 6, 2007 | 09:04 PM
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They used to fly RC gliders off this side of the dam at this exact spot..Used to watch them some 15 years ago...You can catch a serious thermo coming up off the canyon-up the dam...
 
Old Feb 6, 2007 | 09:22 PM
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I'll bring the second controller (aka Buddy-Box) and lots of extra batteries and gas.

I can't complain when I fill up my truck though...the gas for my airplane is $21.99 a gallon... then again, a gallon lasts six months or so.
 
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Old Feb 7, 2007 | 05:33 AM
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I am officially an uncle! My sis gave birth to a beautiful baby girl yesterday. OK, so she'll be a little more beautiful once her head gets a more definite shape, but she has 20 digits and they're all in the right places. Cried a little when they took her blood sugar and went right to sleep on my sisters chest.

With this event having happened, my schedule is even more clear. I'll be seeing you guys and gals Saturday!

Weather is looking good. If it's anything like these last few days have been, we're in for one heck of a nice day.
 
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Congrats, Unc!!
 
Old Feb 7, 2007 | 10:41 AM
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I Have a 97 F-150 and am try8ing to replace the Passenger side electric window motor. I have purchased the new motor however i can't seem to get the old motor out Somebody HELP!!!!!!!!!!
 
Old Feb 7, 2007 | 10:49 AM
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You will have better luck starting a thread in the 97-03 forum. They might be riveted on, meaning drill them out out and replace with bolts and nuts. Are you sure it isn't just corroded contacts or a bad switch? I'll be looking for your response in the other forum.

Clif, thanks! She's the first of a new generation in the family, so everyone is and has been pretty excited.
 

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Bring a picture of her to the picnic - we'd love to take a gander! Better yet - bring her and she can win the "Youngest" award!

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I can do the pics (from my phone, forgot to charge my camera batteries), not sure when they leave the hospital. She's a little on the light side (5 lbs. 12 oz.), so they may keep her a while. Had to take her to a warmer yesterday when her temp was a little low.

My sister was under the impression she wouldn't be able to have kids, I guess they were wrong. Life finds a way...
 



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