Roy - Prayers for your healing and health!!Happy Monday, gents.....I'm beat.Saturday was a full day of decorating Mom's house and other than a few different things (lights!) I'm done.Dinner at Jenni's and The Addam's Family movie.Sunday, fixed the lawnmowers (the push mower needed a carburetor and the rider, 2 hair pin clips and a deck adjustment) and mowed Jenni's lawn, removed some of the bigger tree branches and a lot of the vines crawling up on another huge bush/tree. Yard is 100% improved, need more work on getting a space leveled for the future garage project and digging up a lot of the dead brush areas.Ended the day at her friend's house - I was the only guy, the other females left their "significant others" home. Go figure....they carved pumpkins and had some food. Afterwards, did some spot shopping and was in bed by midnight.I think I have cold coming on, so that should be fun.....and a weeks worth on meetings this week.
I am the monster in your head...And I thought you'd learn by now, It seems you haven't yet.I am the venom in your skin --- Breaking Benjamin
Thanks guys! You make all the difference!
PET scan took 45 min for the radioactive glucose to course through my blood stream and then another 30 min in the machine.
They said the radioactive glucose was harmless - what do you think of my new selfie?
Regards, Roy
Jeez! It's a good thing I wasn't drinking any coffee when that shot popped up! It'd have gone through my nose and all over the laptop!
One time was enough...
Hello there. Thanks for the Prayers. Mom was moved back to her room yesterday. Vitals are normal but no appetite.Got a Zoom meeting with her at 4.Back from semiannual wellness check by our PCP. Learned I need a "Welcome to Medicare" checkup within a year of joining. Scheduled that for next visit. Curious what will be different. Chief.......are you completely rebuilding FIL's house?Don.......hopefully life can get back to normal Roy.......here's to a good outcome. Did you try to remove the mineral oil?RT........bummer on the dead engine
SJ....frost got all our maters. Picked all the green ones and got them in the basement. Laz........I'm looking forward to the fall rifle season for seniors, bought a lifetime license this year. Prayers for those in need, those affected by the fires, hurricanes and the end of this pandemic.
Banks, Proud member of the OTTS TCA 12-67310
Morning. Out the door east. Fill the feeders completely full. Last past season. Clean out camper and have ready for next week.
God bless TCA 05-58541 Benefactor Member of the NRA, Member of the American Legion, Retired Boss Hog of Roseyville , KC&D Qualified
Roy - A noticable improvement, definitely...
A foggy morning here. Roy looking good but I think you need a shave.
Started cleaning up the basement last few days. Getting rid of crap that I said I do something with last year so it's time to go. I wish I could shrink train boxes.
Well at work we're all here for the most part. Few guys work from home some days. Me I come in everyday. I have a hard time working from home. Everyone here is following the guidlines set up by the HR department so I'm no worried.
Looks like the weather will warm up a bit this week. Getting the furnace checked today so I'm ready. So far the daughter hasn't played the baby card to get the furnace on so I keep holding out.
Take care and stay safe all.
Trying to update my avatar since 2020
MartyE and Kodi the Husky Dog! ( 3/31/90-9/28/04 ) www.MartyE.com My O Gauge Web Page and Home of Kodiak Junction!
Well - they told me the radiation was harmless - had to take a new selfie this morning...
Banks - I feed some 1/8" fuel line tubing as low into the evap and condenser as I could go - and only got a bit of oil on the very end and nothing to draw a suction on. I think since the system blew out while running (and may have even fed the fire) that the vaporized oil went with the blow out.
So - got all the o-rings changed to the high pressure green ones and installed the new accumulator, new orifice, and flex hoses yesterday. Ready to draw a vacuum and see if it holds. Bought ac o-ring kits from Rockauto and O'reilly - none of them really fit correctly so will not be surprised if they do not hold. Gotta make a trip to my buddy who has a vacuum pump or go get my own (I think I will face multiple trials with this system).
Evenin' boys. Evenin'...It. Had to replace my left rear tire, as I managed to attract a screw in the one place the shops won't patch. Woof. There goes the train budget for a while...
Did work in the train room for several hours, giving a tunnel portal the full "Kinkade" treatment.
Sad to hear the news on Eddie Van Halen. To my generation, the universe did seem to spin out of control after he and Valerie split.
Beautiful day out. Out the door to help as county commissioner distribute her campaign literature around R'ville. Then chores here.
More house cleaning last evening.
Beautiful day today getting into the low 70s and sunny!
Have a great day everybody.
Good morning team!Gonna be a warm week after weeks of below norms. Good for the flowers, grass...high 80's maybe even a 90...Just had a quick call with the Chief to catch up - doc/surgeon's appt this afternoon late to discuss PET scan and direction - likely surgery which is the best outcome if it is ruled contained. Looks that way to me in the scans.Major milestone with the El Cam - Hooked the ECM and ECM wiring harness to all the sensors and relays and then used a dummy ECM carburetor for the mixture control solenoid and throttle position sensor so all ECM controls/feedback in place. She started up and...no "check engine" light. This means no codes were thrown and all sensors reporting. I would have to run it longer than 10 min plus some driving to see if codes show up - but I do not care as the state does not mandate that this stuff work - that it be present and not intentionally disabled.
Used clip leads to make sure all grounds for carb and ECM were in place. You can see the E4ME carb laying on top of the actual carb and the AIR control valves temporarily tie wrapped in place. Cannot drive it this way - too sketchy
Hello there.
Roy...good deal on the El Camino
Started off yesterday with jury duty. 1st time on the local level, did federal court once and ot was a circus on a case that should have been thrown out. A child stuck his fingers in the spokes of a 20 year old exercise bike and they were suing the manufacturer and the retailer that sold it. Luckily I wasn't chosen as the case was expected to run 6 weeks. Wasn't chosen yesterday either although it was criminal court with a list of charges I'd have had a hard time being impartial to.After a nap Mrs and I cleaned the chimney and furnace at the town house. A very tight squeeze. I was 130 pounds smaller when I installed it in '81. Never got done last year and it wasn't nearly as bad as I'd feared. Today's project is finding out why the furnace dosen't work in the camper. Headed to Delaware Seashore State Park on the 14thBest get toit Prayers for those in need, those affected by the fires, hurricanes and the end of this pandemic.
Good evening all,
Quiet day at work. Beautiful weather outside. Boys lost a heartbreaker Monday night, going from being up 3-0 with 7 minutes to go to being tied 3-3 at the end of regulation to losing 4-3 in OT. However, "my" soccer girls eased the pain by blowing out the opposition 7-2 Tuesday night. Tonight would have been the boys second game, but the girls play tomorrow night for a chance at the final on Saturday. It is a winnable game, but you never know how it will go. I hope everyone has a good day.
Keep on training,
Mike C. from Indiana
Wifey and I lifted that bowl. I held it on the edge of the pedestal base while she wound the pump cord in the hollow space for it in base. ITS CONCRETE.
Outlet post I told you about. Did away with drop cords running to that area.
Pergola [Arch De Triumph] where I have to install an outlet box at the top and do away with drop cord.
note: in the distance at the front brick walk to the house from the street, you see a lawn jockey. Politically correct. Face is white.
BoJ's for dinner thanks to Wifey.
Another cool start to the day. Didn't do much of anything yesterday after work. Nothing exciting planned after work today either.
Everyone be careful out there.
Morning. Slept till 8. Sunny and 69. Cooked redhots and eggs.Now to get moving and go to Lowes. Get the cord to do the pergola outlet box.SisterIL's hubby may have to have gallbladder removed. Acting up bad. She is having fits as they have to go to wedding in mountains. Claims she and daughter can't drive there. Funny thing. Wifey says she rented a house on the top of a mountain that sleeps 15 [only 6 going]. The best part is its an hour from the venue. Wifey asked why rented so far away? "I didn't think." Really blonde thing.Got to turn down volume of fountain pump. Reach in under the base of second section and there is a volume control screwed to the top of the pump. Splattering out of the top pool bad.Hope all have a good day.
Joined 1-21-2011 TCA 13-68614
Kev, From The North Bluff Above Marseilles IL.
Good Afternoon - Friday EveDay 3 - Meeting #3 - Big to do about nominations and the postponed Memorial Service.......both will be held next month, but after a row about the limit on people attending, the families and all that. NOW it comes to light, the County Association isn't a charitable group, but political AND as such, there is NO LIMIT on the amount of people that can attend!! Game ON, BITC*ES!!! LOL!!! This COVID nonsense has really gone on long enough.........and it's restricting the ability to honor our own.Day 4 and Meeting #4 - Regular Company Meeting tonight. Should be over quickly, I think, but we will see.Mom's birthday today, may go out and celebrate with Mom and my sister for lunch. Dinner out Saturday night.Windy today, 70's later.That's all from here!!
Afternoon folks!
Sunny and pretty warm - high 80's, maybe 90.
Well the PET scanned verified there has been no visible spread of the cancer beyond the right tonsil and neck lymph node. Best possible result all things considered. Surgery scheduled for Mon Oct 19 to remove it - 4-5 weeks of recovery and then 6 weeks of a daily radiation treatment. Looks like my selfies may transform further! The next week and a half will be occupied with pre-op tests and a COVID test required for each visit. Waiting on the first COVID test approval.
Anj - to your mom!
Dennis - we think the air injection manifold check valve that prevents exhaust gas from going to the AIR pump blew out - setting the wiring harness and other plastic wrapped stuff on fire. I could not test/find any significant oil left in the evaporator and condensor - so we also think when the AC suction line blew (as it was over the blown check valve) the vaporized mineral oil became a small fireball. Would have been something to see!
Working on adapting the AC from R12 to R134a. Bought a cheap AC gauge set offa Amazon that was spec'd for R12 and R134a - there were no R12 service port fittings and the high pressure R134a quick disconnect was defective (capture ring sticks/hangs), so sending it back. There is an Amazon authorized free shipping dropoff at the UPS center about 1/4 mile away so taking it there and picking up a gauge set I have experience with at O'Reilly's Auto Parts.
"My" soccer girls play for a sectional title Saturday at 2 PM against an Indianapolis school. Better than our local rival who usually beats us but who lost to said Indy school tonight. The girls won 3-0 in a hard fought and well played game by both sides. I hope everyone has a good day.
Good Evening,Roy, SO glad to hear about the PET test!! That is wonderful! So now have you decided on Vanilla or Chocolate? The biggest issue you may have is trying to be somewhat sedate so you can really recover. Maybe a good time for planning or just relaxing! CONGRATS !!!!Chief, can't believe you lifted that bowl without additional help. Where was Grady? Think you probably owe Pam a dinner! Hope you guys didn't strain too much. Let me know if you need help with the Bail Money, I will see what I can do.Yesterday made a trip to the dentist, had a molar removed and another slot filled in with plastic on my partial. Surprisingly was not that painful. Kay was at the dermatologist today, had some sun spots removed and testing for skin cancer. Dr told here he didn't think there were any issues, just zapped her with the nitrogen. We spent the last two days working at her Mom's house, I believe we got all the clothes out. Its a slow process however, Kay takes a lot of time checking pockets and folding everything. I did end up with a few nice shirts that fit very well, and a few jackets as well. We did fill the Explorer UP with clothes we are taking to a homeless refuge in the morning. Then got word from the Mortuary that the ashes are ready for pickup. Think we are going to let them hold them for a week or so, then we will take them out to the cemetery.Anj, Best wishes for your Mom's B-day.I know there is more that I forgot, Best to All, and take care of yourselves!!! SJ, when you are free again, if you want you can always come out here. One more kook wouldn't even be noticed.
Don
Nice cool morning here in Western PA. Green tea in my cup.
Roy that is good news.
Ran the trains for the grandson. He makes a lot of noise when they are running so I guess he approves.
Stay safe everyone!
BTW almost 2 weeks and I'm still able to logon on.
anjdevil2This COVID nonsense has really gone on long enough....
We're starting to feel that way down here, so much so the club's planning a train meet for November 15th. God willing and the creek don't rise and the rug doesn't get pulled out from under us again it looks like a "GO!" We've ALL got a bad case of train meet withdrawal, I never thought there'd be such a thing but it's real all right. We're ready and believe with the holiday season approaching everyone else is ready too.
Great news Roy! Keep up the fight!
Wayne
Morning/afternoon folks!Cloudy due to the hurrycane - but no rain in forecast - we could use a nice shower.The effects of the radiation injection are starting to wear off - starting to look like my old self!I have been stymied on the AC project - the only accumulator available that is a drop in fit for the El Cam is equipped with an R12 refrigerant service port. None of the kits from the local auto part stores - and so far from what I can see on-line - have a low pressure R134a adapter that properly screws on to the port and engages the O-Ring for a proper seal. So I am presently trying to modify the useless R134a adapter on my lathe to see if I can get it to capture the O-Ring and seal on the flare. SJ - looks like Buckeye has you covered!
wrmcclellan I have been stymied on the AC project - the only accumulator available that is a drop in fit for the El Cam is equipped with an R12 refrigerant service port. None of the kits from the local auto part stores - and so far from what I can see on-line - have a low pressure R134a adapter that properly screws on to the port and engages the O-Ring for a proper seal. So I am presently trying to modify the useless R134a adapter on my lathe to see if I can get it to capture the O-Ring and seal on the flare.
I have been stymied on the AC project - the only accumulator available that is a drop in fit for the El Cam is equipped with an R12 refrigerant service port. None of the kits from the local auto part stores - and so far from what I can see on-line - have a low pressure R134a adapter that properly screws on to the port and engages the O-Ring for a proper seal. So I am presently trying to modify the useless R134a adapter on my lathe to see if I can get it to capture the O-Ring and seal on the flare.
Roy, Is this what you need???
These Low/High side retrofits/adapters/fittings will convert your old 1/4’’ SAE or 7/16"-20 UNF R12 R22 charging port and make it accept the R134a quick disconnect hose. Low Side, 1/4’’(7/16’’- 20) x 13 mm (Blue). High Side, 1/4’’(7/16’’- 20) x 16 mm (Red).
https://www.amazon.com/Retrofit-Fitting-Conversion-Conditioner-Refrigerant/dp/B07SZKY6R1/ref=sr_1_7?dchild=1&keywords=R12+To+R134A+Adapter&qid=1602267208&sr=8-7
Thanks Kev! If the pic showing the inside of the adapters is what is actually sent - these are what I need. I searched several times on Az and never came up with that set. I will order right away - if they dont work itsa free return!
EDIT - it will be here tomorrow! Presently pulling a test vacuum on the system with the part I modified (cut a recess for the O-ring and drilled a bevel for the flare end of the port to seal against).
These are the ones that do not work - same parts from several folks like A/CPRO VA-LH11 and the Surebuilt LXVC-12...from local parts stores
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002G1PC4U?psc=1&pf_rd_p=0341f622-1508-4712-8614-4588a55d8cf4&pf_rd_r=EGS9H87WEXZ67C2NH8A2&pd_rd_wg=3Ja3g&pd_rd_i=B002G1PC4U&pd_rd_w=hJyBy&pd_rd_r=c9e40124-5e7b-4812-af3c-a8cee7b87aa0&ref_=pd_luc_rh_ci_mcx_mr_huc_d_02_04_t_img_lh
A/CPRO = Interdynamics....
Yesterday's project was to run a line up pergola and install outlet box to get rid of drop cord hanging down the side.Tired. Two sets of produce boxes delivered. Got home at 4PM. Last ones were USDA boxes with milk, cheese, yogurt and fresh produce [heavy suckers]. Had a letter from the Pres signed Donald Trump. They went into the trash. Inappropriate to have campaign literature in those boxes.Will rest now.
Quiet day. Nice weather. Went for a long walk this afternoon to drop off bills, get stamps and stop at ATM machine. I hope everyone has a good day.
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