Good morning gang!
Well it hit 95 here yesterday - but there were cold breezes in the El Camino! And the static pressure is holding! On to the carburetor!
Dougsnotta - no worries - there will be plenty of gas and gas powered vehicles in Texess!
And a note - Dougsnotta - there was a news bite that a man in CA was so despondent over current events in CA and elswhere that he went into his garage, closed the doors and windows, and sealed the openings with duct tape. Got in his car and started it. Forgot that a friend was supposed to drop by. Well the friend shows up, no response at the front door, knows his buddy is expecting him. Walking around the house he sees his friend in the car in the garage! Calls 911, Police, Fire, and EMS show up, bust him out of the garage/car - good news! - he is fine and no ill effects! But the battery on his Tesla is dead....
Regards, Roy
Good evening all,
Grandson's team won last match of the season and he got a goal, which is rare as he plays defense. Weather was good. I hope everyone has a good day.
Keep on training,
Mike C. from Indiana
Mornin' All !
Fife, I have the deepest regard for the "Boys in Blue". In this day and age it is absolutely crazy, it's gone upside down.
It appears that some of the restrictions at the museum have relaxed a little bit, I emphasize the term "little". Personally I still don't see me going in for quite awhile yet. Final approval would have to come from "she who must be obeyed", after all it has been a great 55 year partnership and definitely won't risk it now.
Roy, Really sweet ride. Just makes one wonder about the electric vehicle "mandate" for the future. A friend has a Tesla and on a trip they made it sounded like a real PITA. Everything had to be planned around being able to stop at Tesla charging stations. Our Gov. Neusollini mandated that all new vehicles as of 2035 be electric only, he said internal combustion can continue on the used car market but who will be refining any fuel for them. ???
Enuff for this morning, chow time !
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Slept till 9 as raining off and on. Church on computer as raining [was to be outside]. Then caught sermon of Hayes Barton Baptist in Raleigh on TV. Now to get going to do nothing. Maybe Train Box tinkering.
Farms tomorrow. Clean out stands and camper. Finish filling feeders with corn. Tax hearings Tuesday.
Have a great week ahead.
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Mornin' boys. Overcast and 59 along the Patterson Creek cut-off. Will head over to preggo princess castle later on, to paint some more. Then I'll watch the Nascar race. I agree with Don, racing in the rain (and it was a monsoon) made for interesting viewing.
Spent yesterday with Mom, whom was having a good day. Also, got a phonecall from a childhood friend, and the three of us chatted on speaker.
After dinner, dragged my butt out to the shed and spraypainted some O-scale fencing white. Then got a call from an old cop-shop buddy, and he informed me how bad it was with the agency these days. I haven't missed it in 5 years. He bought a farm nearby, that he will retire to next year, so we'll probably hang out a bit.
Wifey and I finished watching Ripper Street. Good viewing, but not for the easily squeemish. She watched through her fingers half the time...
Cheery oh, mates!
Grandson's team came back to win 5-3 today. Sadly, no such luck with "my" soccer girls. Down 5-0 after 15 minutes, went on to lose 9-0. Still most post-season wins ever and one of the best records in quite a while. Weather was cloudy but dry and mild. Grandson's last match is tomorrow. I hope everyone has a good day.
Good Evening,
Jim, Congrats on the puppy! You didn't mention what the breed it is, male or female?
Roy, Sure like the paint job you had done, it looks like it is brand new! No way would I be able to do 10% of what your having to do. I'm really impressed!
Been over at MIL's house the past couplee of days, wow is there ever a LOT of stuff there!!! It will be a couple of quite a while before we are done for sure! Can't believe how much we accumulate!
Watched todays Nascar race at Charolette, it was a "road course" IN the rain. Now Nascar isn't usually asked to do much more than turn left. But, put them on a road course, in the rain, with rain tires?? Heck they couldnt even keep the windshield wipers working! Took awhile to watch, but it was enjoyable.
Take care all, hope those in the area of the hurricanes and storms do ok.
Don
Good evening from beautiful 65°F Southern Ohio,
We got our new puppy and he is really nice. The breeder has been working with the puppies and he is almost house broke at 8 weeks. The kids are nuts over the new puppy and our schnauzer seems to like him too.
Tore out more cabinets this evening. I may start tearing out the soffits Sunday or Monday.
Roy – Good work on the AC Schrader and love the El Camino. Isn’t that the SS front on it?
May God bless you and you families
Jim
Afternoon team!Ah - happy Saturday - sunny and to get quite warm in the 90's today!The El Cam held vacuum all night . So today I decided to attack the 'stuck' high pressure service port Schrader valve - which I knew in advance could go horribly wrong...but I was victorious! The valve would unscrew but would not come out - I suspected either the sealing gasket (kind of a o-ring but not an "o" - more of a cone) or the lower movable valve body was hanging up. Some on-line stuff said either get a special tool - expensive - or drill it out. I decided to mimic the tool's function and used a spare 0.014" music wire (electric guitar) string. Threaded the string twice though the upper body of the Schrader, twisted the loop, and then carefully spun it while muscling it out with a short rod stuck through the two wire loops (kinda like twisting a tourniquet) - when it finally, violently, let loose I thought - un ohhh - gonna be drilling this out/removing the line from the truck - but it popped out and I could see the hardened "o" ring was badly distorted and was hanging in the threads. Pulling a new vacuum and will try some dry nitrogen for pressure later this evening assuming it holds.As this is a train forum and have been horribly off-topic - here is a train pic (with an El Camino Choo Choo Customs body).OK ?
Kev - gotta love A-Z Prime - adapters will be here this evening, The one I modified on the lathe is working under vacuum - will see if it holds under pressure. The A-Z ones will be on the ready!
Prayers for those in LA and where the storm hit. Raining and 66. Radar shows it stopping soon. Will be an off and on rainy day. That's OK. No Wifey projects [think most are now done].4 to 1 fight in Walmart in Rocky Mount NC. Guy tried to run away and got shot. Yes, inside the Walmart. 4 guys on the run [they know who they are]. Stupid. Guy is recovering in hospital.Have a good one.
It was really nice out today. Started removing the wall oven and some of the kitchen cabinets for the kitchen redo. We’re going to repurpose several of the cabinets into the utility room so I was extra careful to avoid damage. I also worked on the power supply for the parade float. I took a 7 pin trailer plug and tapped onto the 12v Aux power and the ground terminals, and fed that to a 1100 watt inverter, and out comes 120 vac. It ran a drill and circular saw so it will power several strands of Christmas lights with no problem.
Saturday we’re going to get a 8 week old puppy. The whole family is looking forward to the new member.
Chief – Nice work
Roy – nice goatee
ChiefEagles Had a letter from the Pres signed Donald Trump. They went into the trash. Inappropriate to have campaign literature in those boxes.
Had a letter from the Pres signed Donald Trump. They went into the trash. Inappropriate to have campaign literature in those boxes.
Your so right about that Chief, What has happened to doing what is right anymore? What about that person with razor blades on political signs put up on public land that cut the poor worker's hands who was told to remove them?? Shame on us all!
Nuf said.
Great weather here. Prepping my trailer for a friend to use it to pick up a BMW motorcycle for a friend,,,,, 350 miles away???? But he did not say that till I said he could use it. Stupid me.... Wish I would of just said NO! The problem with having a trailer...
Roy, Hope those fittings will work, looks like it to me.
Son said he is coming over tomorrow to cut and split wood,,,,,we will see.
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Kev, From The North Bluff Above Marseilles IL.
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.
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.
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....
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
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!
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
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!
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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.
"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.
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.
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!!
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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