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RE: Spring must be on it's way
I also saw 2 flocks southbound the other day too! SW Michigan.
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LEN Retired
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02/07/12 02:49pm |
Around the Campfire
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RE: After Retirement Employment
After I retired from LE, I was asked if I'd consider driving for a car dealer. If you have one in your area stop and check it out. I love the dealer trades (new car) to another dealer. I've been to Wi, Mn. Tn. Ind. Oh. NY. Just got back from NY. I've seen husband wife teams. one drives the chase car and the other drives the other car back. Its fun for me because I only do it Dec to Apr. I get to drive new vehicles and or used which come from some very large auctions. I've taken my Doberman when I drive a truck and trailer a new vehicle out of state. I'll stop at a rest area to get some shut eye and she keeps a watchful eye on the transport. Bill:)
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LEN Retired
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02/05/12 10:06am |
Around the Campfire
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RE: Any of you ever buy a truck from an auction?
I've been driving for a local dealer this winter and have been for the past four years.(only during the winter) We make trips to auctions all the time. I would never have given it a thought of buying one in the wee past, but I see alot of low mileage lease vehicles, trucks included. I also see some push, pull or tug there too! You can find out where it came from and "normally" service on these are performed when required. I'm impressed when I see clean oil, spotless exterior and interior. Then driving one back for a few hours normally tells me if it is a good one. The dealer I drive for in the winter sells more pre owned than new right now. (but still sells alot of new ones) Bill.
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LEN Retired
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02/04/12 05:37pm |
Truck Campers
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RE: funny experience with my Dobie
""Dad gets quiet time too"" Really My Dobie get's pleanty of exercise time. I have a fenced yard and she is out more than in doors I think! She waits for a furry critter to come in so she can chase it back out! She loves the snow and when I shovel the snow off my deck, she jumps into the snow attempting to grab a mouth full when I toss it. I have a large ball with a ring handle, its made especially for horses. When I throw it she'll jump in the air to catch it and actually uses her front legs to attemp the catch. She is what you might say is Daddy's girl!!
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LEN Retired
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01/24/12 07:28am |
RV Pet Stop
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RE: Line-x Premium and bed mat reviews?
I have a 2500HD with Line X and a GM bed mat, works like a charm, bed still looks like new and the camper stays put!
If you plan on keeping your truck I'd get the uv protection, my truck is 8yrs old now and you can see where the sun is hitting the bed liner, looks dull in those areas.I agree with the line X and rubber mat. I still had things slide around with only the spray liner but much less when I added the mat. Infact I used an old mat and made a wide mud and debris mat for the rear to prevent damage to my fifth wheel. I bought product similar to black paint which is used to wipe on the liner to make it look just like it was new spray on. I got it from a Rhino dealer. Bill
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LEN Retired
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01/23/12 05:52pm |
Truck Campers
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RE: Storage lot theft
That time of year again. This morning I had coffee with my uniform friends who I worked with prior to retirement. They were busy taking car Larcenies from Motel parking lots. I have a Doberman who likes to stay in my truck even when I'm not in it. I'd sure like to see the expression on a face if they attempted to gain entry in my truck with her in the back seat. GRRRRR Bill :)
Problem with that is if the guy is armed, your pooch is going to take a bullet.
Never seen a dog that could handel pepper spray, if they want in they are getting in.true however when they are entering by breaking the glass etc, they normally don't have pepper spray or a gun in hand. But good point. Bill
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LEN Retired
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01/23/12 05:41pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Storage lot theft
That time of year again. This morning I had coffee with my uniform friends who I worked with prior to retirement. They were busy taking car Larcenies from Motel parking lots. I have a Doberman who likes to stay in my truck even when I'm not in it. I'd sure like to see the expression on a face if they attempted to gain entry in my truck with her in the back seat. GRRRRR Bill :)
Problem with that is if the guy is armed, your pooch is going to take a bullet.True but normally they are not as quick thinking when a not so friendly passenger welcomes them upon opening the door! But I hear you. Bill
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LEN Retired
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01/23/12 05:37pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: kayaks vs canoes
I have a 3 person canoe, 2 person ocean kayak "sit on top" and a one person kayak. I love all of mine but each one has it's place. I hear alot of good talk about the inflatables and for a full timer with little room these are popular. Bill
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LEN Retired
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01/23/12 05:29pm |
RV Lifestyle
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RE: Storage lot theft
That time of year again. This morning I had coffee with my uniform friends who I worked with prior to retirement. They were busy taking car Larcenies from Motel parking lots. I have a Doberman who likes to stay in my truck even when I'm not in it. I'd sure like to see the expression on a face if they attempted to gain entry in my truck with her in the back seat. GRRRRR Bill :)
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LEN Retired
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01/23/12 05:12pm |
General RVing Issues
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funny experience with my Dobie
This evening while reading, my Doberman was pestering me to play w/her. She brought her squeaky ball dropped it at my feet. I ignored her. She went on a rampage running back and forth from my living room down the hallway with the ball in her mouth. Every time she ran past me she would drop the ball then jump on it and again run back and forth. It was so funny that I could not hold back my laughing, this makes her more playful. It was just like when my kids were young and they did something so funny, but you knew if you laughed, they'd continue.
To my surprise the last time past me she jumped up on my lap, all 84 pounds worth. then looks at me as if to say "gotcha"!
I don't know what I'd do without her.
Just thought I'd share this with other's. Bill:)
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LEN Retired
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01/23/12 05:05pm |
RV Pet Stop
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RE: Snow Blower
What brand/model would you suggest for a snow blower? Daughter must purchase one immediately but knows nothing about them, nor I, except that they blow snow and have this rotating thingy like an old style lawn mower :).
Snows at her location in feet, so must be ready to clear the white stuff so y she can get to work.
Any suggestions regarding a good reliable machine? I live 2 thousand miles away and cannot help, other than to cheer her on and offer help in finding one that should not break within the first or second use.I had a Honda 0ne stage for about 20 years, worked well but I just wore it out. Last year I got a 2 stage Cub Cadet, think a 26 incher. I got it from Tractor Supply here in Michigan. Many forward speeds and 2 reverse. I do like to play in the snow but also have a blade on my tractor. Bill
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LEN Retired
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01/17/12 07:17pm |
Around the Campfire
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RE: Newspaper carrier arrested - beware
When I go on vacation, I call the police to tell them there should not be anyone at the house. I also "contract" with a local kid to watch & feed our dogs. At some point you have to trust people or you will end up locked inside your own house behind windows with bars on them.The township I was assigned for the Sheriffs Dept. provided vacation checks, not alot of Departments have the time and manpower. One winter I used a snow shovel directly in front of the garage door then drove up on the cleared area to make it look like a car drove in to the garage. If you use your imagination and take precautionary measures believe me you can prevent problems. And I agree we cannot dwell on fear because you will never be content with leaving your home. Bill
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LEN Retired
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01/11/12 08:12am |
Around the Campfire
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RE: Hey Michigan Snow birds
I was ready for it. Sand bags loaded into the truck, tractor w/plow ready, snowblower ready too.
I have 6 to 8 inches here in Paw Paw. Cleaned my drive and three neighbors drive's too. Took my Dobie for a walk and went to Kalamazoo. M43 was worse in Kal. County. Don't know why such a difference with MDOT Paw Paw and MDOT Kalamazoo
I do enjoy a snowy winter but I think I'd also like a Arizona winter too! Happy New Year. Bill:)
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LEN Retired
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01/02/12 01:30pm |
Around the Campfire
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RE: Where did all this stuff come from?
I have this question all the time, now where did I put such and such. When I got my 5er I swore that I'd make a list of where all my stuff was stored. I have too much storage. After I forget to duck and hit my head really hard a few times I begin to remember then my head gets pretty sore!
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LEN Retired
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12/25/11 04:01pm |
Travel Trailers
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RE: The perils of Retirement
Life is Great!
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LEN Retired
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12/13/11 06:31pm |
Around the Campfire
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RE: Verizon, keep this in mind!
I call Verizon and sign up for Canadian service for an additional $20/mth. Then cancel when I'm done.Thats a great idea, I'll have to do this. thanks. Bill
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LEN Retired
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12/09/11 05:29pm |
Technology Corner
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RE: Deer avoidance system ?
I always said the push bumper's on our cruiser's were really cattle pushers. During my career I worked many many accidents where the vehicle colliding with a deer had the anti deer (noise) gizmo, so I'd say they don't work. Bill
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LEN Retired
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12/09/11 05:24pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Honesty Best Policy
I always acted favorably when I was confronted with honesty compaired with dishonesty. I do believe the majority LEO's do too! Bill
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LEN Retired
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12/09/11 05:08pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Finally satisfied the weight police. Got new truck
As some may remember I was not happy with the Chevy dually. Its a real nice truck but just not enough IMHO. Been searching around and cannot afford 60-70 thou for a new F550. Dont want a used 550 with all fords problems and prices for used are still in the 40's. I found a 1999 Freightliner crew cab. Air ride suspension, cab, seats and even a air hitch. 300 H.P. with a 6 speed Allison trans. and 22.5 wheels/tires truck has only 138k miles. Have yet to get the truck and trailer on the scales but not its out of curiosity not worry. The truck rides as nice as the dually empty but rides even better with the trailer. It just lopes along at 1500 rpm at highway speed. I drove in a big wind last week with the trailer and can be happier. It does not push the truck around and I feel in total control. Ready for the mountains out west.wow, I'd like to do that too but I don't think it will be any time soon. Bill
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LEN Retired
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12/09/11 05:02pm |
Toy Haulers
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RE: Mid-Michigan Snow
No snow up here in Mesick. (Mi) I'm still at my Barn project with no heat in the building and glad its not freezing inside. I have not drained my water well pump pressure tank. however my fifth wheel is inside and has been winterized and is toasty! I'm in the mood for snow when I head back to SW Mi. :)
Bill.
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LEN Retired
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11/30/11 03:08pm |
Around the Campfire
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