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Old Nov 4, 2008 | 10:00 AM
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Im moving to where you live travis!!



Regarding mig welding, does anyone know a rough estimate how thick of metal a smaller mig can handle? (dont know if my machine ever came with specs)


Also, not getting too much into politics, are any of you worried about who may get voted in? Will things change THAT much?
 
Old Nov 4, 2008 | 10:02 AM
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Originally Posted by Smokin'
And I tell you what, never put on your voter registration that you are unaffiliated, I have been getting people coming to my door, phone calls, ads like crazy in my mailbox...
Pick one if for no other reason so you can vote the primaries...and if you enjoy being the devils advocate register the opposite party so you can vote against the strongest candidate on the other side....

Or if you want to have some fun with it, Put FTE73 for party affiliation...drill here, drill now, outlaw Ultra low sulfur diesel, build more refineries, and diesel fuel is tax deductable.... heck of a platform IMHO.
 
Old Nov 4, 2008 | 10:02 AM
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I removed my own post, my apologies.
 
Old Nov 4, 2008 | 10:02 AM
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Originally Posted by preppypyro
Also, not getting too much into politics, are any of you worried about who may get voted in? Will things change THAT much?
I don't think we should touch this topic Sheldon. This is a very hotly debated subject and I fear people may get into this one too much.

I for one would rather talk about something else. Like the fake hooters on that cop!
 
Old Nov 4, 2008 | 10:03 AM
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That'll never happen. Not unless you want to turn every single farmer, hunter, military member, and redneck into one giant militia - overnight. While they are politicians, I don't believe they are that dumb.
I agree 100%
 
Old Nov 4, 2008 | 10:03 AM
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Originally Posted by liftedgrocerygetter
Hope you can stay away from your co-worker today Chris.
Thanks, he's a self-proclaimed expert on politics although he's been wrong on just about everything possible in this election so far. He will trap you at your desk to "try" to ask for your opinion but it usually ends in a debate. Just one of those people who likes to push his view. I have resulted in calling my desk phone by using my cell in my pocket to excuse myself from talking to him. He will follow you to the coffee machine, the elevator, or even to the john just to talk politics. unreal.
 
Old Nov 4, 2008 | 10:05 AM
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Originally Posted by Smokin'
...Like the fake hooters on that cop!
Yes, those are bolt-ons for sure.
 
Old Nov 4, 2008 | 10:08 AM
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Just thought I would ask is all But yeah your probably right.


Now im not sure if I care or not that a chick has fake ones.... I mean as long as I get to look at em, what should I care!!!
 
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Old Nov 4, 2008 | 10:11 AM
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Originally Posted by preppypyro
Just thought I would ask is all But yeah your probably right.


Now im not sure if I care or not that a chick has fake ones.... I mean as long as I get to look at em, what should I care!!!
and I'll agree on this 100% as well...
 
Old Nov 4, 2008 | 10:11 AM
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Originally Posted by preppypyro
Just thought I would ask is all But yeah your probably right.
If you want, PM me and I'll give you my best attempt at an unbiast scoop on whats going on with this election.


Originally Posted by Powerstrokedlariat
Just read Lisa's post, and I agree 100%. You want every farmer etc. up in arms thats a sure fire way to do it. It will never happen...Besides, and just my view, but the farmers, contractors, rednecks, hicks, whatever you want to call all of us, are the friggin' backbone of this country, so if the time ever does come to defend this country you damn well better have us on your side.

Thats as political as I'll ever get by the way, I hate arguing.
Agreed.

Originally Posted by willeo6709
Pick one if for no other reason so you can vote the primaries...and if you enjoy being the devils advocate register the opposite party so you can vote against the strongest candidate on the other side....
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I always enjoy being the devil's advocate.
 
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Originally Posted by preppypyro
Im moving to where you live travis!!



Regarding mig welding, does anyone know a rough estimate how thick of metal a smaller mig can handle? (dont know if my machine ever came with specs)


Also, not getting too much into politics, are any of you worried about who may get voted in? Will things change THAT much?
rule of thumb a small mig will weld 3/16,I have welded 1/4 no problem
you can go a little heavier if you preheat
basically .030 .035 and .040 are good for 5/16 steel


As far a politics who ever wins I would hope for a lot of change
I don't like to talk politics so that is all I will say
 
Old Nov 4, 2008 | 10:12 AM
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Yes, those are bolt-ons for sure.
Wooo-ooo bolt-ons!!!!!! There is a topic that I think everyone can talk about.

Nice pictures Travis!!!
 
Old Nov 4, 2008 | 10:13 AM
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Originally Posted by Ponyboychris
Yes, those are bolt-ons for sure.
Bolt-ons? I wouldn't mind puttin' the screw to 'em!!

Actually I like the girl on the left better. That farmer's daughter look is tough to top.... but I'd take one for the team with her!! WOW!! She's hot...
 
Old Nov 4, 2008 | 10:14 AM
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I love bolt ons, there easy to do, usually only require a skill level of 1-2 hammers, and you get to enjoy the outcome much sooner than say a higher skill level...Bolt ons rock.

Oh yeah, and what Brendan said^^^^^^
 
Old Nov 4, 2008 | 10:15 AM
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Originally Posted by liftedgrocerygetter
Wooo-ooo bolt-ons!!!!!! There is a topic that I think everyone can talk about.

Nice pictures Travis!!!
They also double as flotation devices in case of a water landing.
 



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