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February 7, 2011 Chart RecapWelcome to the Booth's......Read More
Chris Brown ft. Lil Wayne & Busta Rhymes - Look at Me Now
Happy New Year and Happy Disappointing Collaboration! Okay, so maybe I'm being extra hard on Chris Brown's self released Look at Me Now, featuring the kings of guest feature slaughter, Lil Wayne and Busta Rhymes. From...Read More
Wiz Khalifa - Black and Yellow
I despise people who leak music. Sometimes a record is just meant to be heard and received in the way its creator intended. Therefore, when Pittsburgh star and DJBooth Freestyle Alum Wiz Khalifa's first single (off of his...Read More
Nicki Minaj ft. Lil Wayne - Roman's Revenge 2.0
Two months after the release of the most successful female emcee album in over a decade, Pink Friday still has the game in a frenzy. Whether it was the Euro-pop songs that had you dancing, or the out-of-nowhere lyrical...Read More
Wiz Khalifa - Roll Up
Sure a rapper has a loyal fanbase, but can they reach people across the musical spectrum? It's called crossover appeal, and after Black & Yellow pretty much set the world on fire, Wiz Khalifa didn't necessarily need to...Read More
T.I. ft. Christina Aguilera - Castle Walls
Even though T.I. has (sadly) spent more time behind bars than he has promoting his new album, No Mercy has managed to sell more than 500,000 physical copies. Thus, instead of waiting until the emcee is released from prison...Read More
Nicki Minaj ft. Drake - Moment 4 Life
2010 has definitely been good to Nicki Minaj. Love it it or hate it, she's been a ubiquitous presence that has forced the world to take notice, racking up countless song features, magazine spreads, music videos and a Grammy...Read More
New Boyz ft. Dev - Back Seat
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Black Eyed Peas - Just Can't Get Enough
At this point the Black Eyed Peas aren't a music group, they're a finely tuned hit-making and marketing machine. There's a reason they've been invited to perform at halftime of this year's Super Bowl. It's almost...Read More
Bruno Mars - Grenade
With a soulful voice and even more harmonious tunes, one man has captured the hearts of girls everywhere. Hint: He probably wrote one of your favorite songs and he isn't Canadian. Since that rules out Drake, you know it's...Read More
Travis Barker ft. Lil Wayne, The Game, Rick Ross & Swizz Beats - Can a Drummer Get Some?
Being great at your particular craft and appreciative of others is how beneficial collaborations come about. Since former Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker is respected across genres, he can call up anyone from The Cool Kids to...Read More
The Script ft. B.o.B. - Walk Away
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Sean Kingston ft. B.o.B - Hope is a River
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Kanye West & Jay-Z - H.A.M.
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Waka Flocka Flame ft. Roscoe Dash & Wale - No Hands
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Rihanna ft. J. Cole - S&M (Remix)
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Lloyd Banks ft. Jeremih - I Don't Deserve You
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A free new multimedia report introduces a never before released income investing system that identifies The 5 Most Dangerous Investing Trends Facing Baby Boomers And How To Survive And Thrive In Today's "New Normal" Economy. Released by Larry Raad and Jim Peterson, two of the nation's leading experts in financial management and wealth investment strategies, insider's secrets are revealed to the public on how to manage private finances, grow personal income and raise necessary funds for retirement while avoiding these Dangerous Investing Trends.
"This wealth management system is the culmination of Jim Peterson's knowledge gained from skilful investors and from decades of making major investment decisions for both individuals and large financial institutions." explained Larry Raad.
"New investors aren't required to spend years of learning. All that is necessary is to simply look over the shoulder of expert investor, Jim Peterson, and view the road map he provides on each trade. Neither Jim nor ISA accept commissions or management fees or have any other conflicts of interest with private clients.
"ISA provides live webinars weekly, led by Jim Peterson, for mentoring and analysing all current trades in a Model Portfolio. After a 30 day training program, it takes one hour a day, following Jim's examples, to use the system to start earning an average of 1-3% monthly on investments." Larry added.
"We are already in another Great Recession," says Jim Peterson, author of the bestselling book "Hard Times – Easy Trading".' "Therefore, many wage earners are losing their jobs, are underemployed, or simply unable to find work in their industry. Small business owners are watching their sources of income destroyed by lower demand, higher costs, and increasing governmental regulations.
"This exclusive system provides people with an easy-to-follow recipe that details how to generate sustainable income and manage wealth or retirement funds. In light of Global Events and the "New Normal" US Economy, individuals who do not make huge changes and definite adjustments in their financial affairs are facing a very dismal financial future.
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(Australia, England 07 Apr 1939 – 15 Jun 1992)
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Jonathan Cooper (Editor), Exhibitions events - Art Gallery of New South Wales, Sydney, Feb 1999-Mar 1999, 16 (colour illus.).
Sarah Engledow., White, Whiteley: the portrait of Patrick White by Brett Whiteley, 'White Whiteley', Canberra, May 2010. viewed 01.02.2013, http://www.portrait.gov.au/site/exhibition_subsite_whitewhiteley.php
Janet Hawley, Australian Artists, Australian Birds, 'Legend, Landscape and the Modern Painter', pg. 101-151. (Part III)., North Ryde, 1989, 144 (colour illus.). plate no. 125
Janet Hawley, Encounters with Australian Artists: The Award-Winning Interviews, 'Brett Whiteley', pg. 33-52, Queensland, 1993, 44 (colour illus.).
Susan Hayes and Clare Gervasoni, Artistic insights: Australian artists and their diverse use of themes, 'What makes an artist create artworks?', appearing in the chapter titled 'A guide to understanding art', pg. 3-15, Marrickville, 1993, 4 (colour illus.), 4-5.
Helen Verity Hewitt, Patrick White, painter, manqué: paintings, painters and their influence on his writing, 'White and the Sydney Art World: 2', pg. 84-93, Carlton, 2002, 92, 155.
Bruce James, Whiteley with words, 'Whiteley with words', pg.2-4, Sydney, 2000, 8.
Sandra McGrath, Brett Whiteley, 'America: The Shattered Dream', pg. 85-97, Kensington, 1979, 94, 95 (colour illus.). An abstract titled 'Fiji: The Romantic Dream' appears on pg. 94, work titled 'The most beautiful mountain' and dated 1969.
Barry Pearce, Tangier to Byron Bay, 'Tangier to Byron Bay - Brett Whiteley's travels 1960-1992', pg. 2-3, Sydney, 1999, cover (colour illus.), 4. cat.no. 5
Barry Pearce, Brett Whiteley Art & Life, London, 1995, 141 (colour illus.), 231. plate no. 83
Barry Pearce and Patrick McCaughey, Twentieth century Australian masterworks from the Art Gallery of New South Wales and the Fred Williams Pilbara Series, Tokyo, 1985, 49 (colour illus.). cat.no. 30
Barry Pearce, Three years on: a selection of acquisitions 1978-1981, 'Australian Art', pg. 5-26, Sydney, 1981, 7, 24 (illus.). cat.no. 44
David Shteinman, Philosopher, 'Tribute to a Dionysian Free Spirit. The Brett Whiteley Retrospective', pg. 9-13, Cammeray, (1995-1996), 9-13.
Jill Sykes, Look, 'Australian moderns: rare uniting of two collections', pg. 26, Newtown, Dec 2011-Jan 2012, 26 (colour illus.).
Jill Sykes (Editor), Look, Newtown, Jun 2007, 43 (colour illus.).
The Brett Whiteley Studio, Whiteley & Rees: More affinities, Sydney, 2005, (illus.). List of works
Judith White, Look, 'The world for a canvas', pg. 14-15, Heidelberg, Feb 1999, 15 (colour illus.).
Brett Whiteley (1970), Bonython Art Gallery [Sydney], Paddington, Jun 1970–Jul 1970
Three years on: acquisitions 1978-81, Art Gallery of New South Wales, Sydney, 15 Oct 1981–01 Dec 1981
Twentieth century Australian masterworks from the Art Gallery of New South Wales and the Fred Williams Pilbara series from the collection of CRA Limited, Tokyo Metropolitan Teien Art Museum, 04 Oct 1985–06 Nov 1985
Great gifts, great patrons, Art Gallery of New South Wales, Sydney, 17 Aug 1994–19 Oct 1994
Brett Whiteley Art & Life (1995-1996):
Tangier to Byron Bay: Brett Whiteley's travels 1960-1992 (1999), The Brett Whiteley Studio, Surry Hills, 06 Feb 1999–29 Aug 1999
Brett Whiteley - the genius (1999-2000), Moree Plains Gallery, Moree, 27 Nov 1999–28 Jan 2000
Whiteley with words (2000), The Brett Whiteley Studio, Surry Hills, 08 Apr 2000–16 Jul 2000
Whiteley & Rees: more affinities (2006), The Brett Whiteley Studio, Surry Hills, 03 Dec 2005–09 Apr 2006
Iconic Whiteley (2009-2010), The Brett Whiteley Studio, Surry Hills, 12 Sep 2009–Aug 2010
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Pediatricians once recommended Ipecac be kept in the home as a ready emetic for use in cases of accidental poisoning. Current guidelines from the American Academy of Pediatrics, however, strongly advise against this and in fact recommend the disposal of any syrup of Ipecac present in the home. Many toxicological associations have also issued position papers recommending against its use as a first-line treatment for most ingested poisons., because:
A 2005 review by an HRSA-funded scientific panel concluded that vomiting alone does not reliably remove poisons from the stomach. The study suggested that indications for use of Ipecac syrup were rare and patients should be treated by more effective and safer means. Additionally, Ipecac's potential side effects, such as lethargy, can be confused with the poison's effects, complicating diagnosis. Ipecac may also delay the administration or reduce the effectiveness of other treatments such as activated charcoal, whole bowel irrigation, or oral antidotes.


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Syria: Chemical weapons only for foreign attack
BEIRUT, Lebanon Syrian Foreign Ministry spokesman Jihad Makdissi says the country's chemical weapons stocks are secure and would only be used in the case of a foreign attack.
There has been widespread concern that Syria's stocks of chemical weapons could fall into the hands of the rebels fighting the government, some of whom are believed to have links to al-Qaida.
There was also concern the weapons might be used to defend the regime.
Makdissi said in a news conference Monday broadcast on state television that the weapons are under the protection of the Syrian army and would never be used "inside Syria."
THIS IS A BREAKING NEWS UPDATE. Check back soon for further information. AP's earlier story is below.
Fierce clashes raged Monday in parts of Syria's largest city, Aleppo, as government forces in the capital Damascus kicked down doors and searched homes for rebels in mopping up operations after a week of heavy fighting there.
Several videos posted by activists showed rebel fighters in the Aleppo neighborhood of Sakhour cheering and praying next to a burning government tank and riding around in another captured tank apparently taken in a recent battle. The Britain-based Syria Observatory reported heavy fighting at dawn in the northeastern neighborhoods of the city, including Sakhour and Hanano, which had been bombarded by government forces.
The Observatory said many people fled these neighborhoods in the subsequent lulls in the fighting. The Associated Press could not independently verify the battle scenes shown in the videos posted by the activists.
Aleppo, Syria's most populated city with about 3 million residents, has been the focus of rebel assault by a newly formed alliance of opposition forces called the Brigade of Unification. The group said Sunday it was launching an operation to take the city. Much of the fighting in the large city has been confined to neighborhoods in the northwest.
In Damascus, however, Syrian forces appear to have regained control of most of the capital after a week of fighting against rebel forces. Activist videos showed armed men in fatigues moving from house to house kicking down doors searching for any remaining rebel fighters that were behind the clashes. The men were wearing sneakers, mismatched military uniforms and baseball caps, suggesting they were government-allied militia forces rather than regular army.
State television has been broadcasting streams of images of neighborhoods "cleansed" of rebels.
Even as the government appeared to be reasserting control of its capital after the weeklong rebel assault, the Arab League offered Syrian President Bashar Assad and his family a "safe exit" if he steps down.
"This request comes from all the ... Arab states: Step aside," said Qatari Prime Minister Hamid bin Jassim Al Thani at an Arab League foreign ministers meeting in Doha, Qatar that concluded at dawn Monday. He urged Syria to form a temporary transitional government to plan for a possible post-Assad era.
The League also promised $100 million for Syrian refugees in neighboring countries and called on the United Nations to set up safe havens for them inside the country. It urged international organizations to cut ties with Assad's regime.


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Seven Circles is a collective of LOVE, HOPE, and CREATIVITY taken human form. Tuning our instruments to A=432Hz, and pouring our intent into this music - unconditional love & absolute truth for all. We, in the most humble way, seek to inspire change in the form of HEALING, GROWTH, NEW DISCOVERY and THE PURSUIT OF TRUE FREEDOM in the human experience.
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James May drives the new Lada Niva
The Soviet workhorse is back from the dead. We send a nice chap called May to drive it
Posted: 22 Feb 2011
This may have been because it was actually quite good. But we'll deal with the on-road stuff first, where the Niva is rather unremarkable. The old-school gearchange is nicely mechanical and the 80bhp engine is reasonably willing and fizzy, although 0-60 takes some 17 seconds of searching for the gearstick. The windscreen wipers are a bit pony. It's fun in the way that driving an Austin Maxi is fun, but it's difficult to shake off the urge to wear a massive coat and speak in a silly Bond-villain accent. In fact the heater works well, but I suppose it would.


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Biogeochemistry of Intertidal Sediments (Hardcover)
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This authoritative volume includes contributions from a wide range of researchers of intertidal sediments. Individual chapters explore the underlying biogeochemical processes controlling the behavior of carbon, the nutrients nitrogen and phosphorus, and contaminants such as toxic organics, trace metals and artificial radionuclides in intertidal environments. The biogeochemistry of these environments is critical to understanding their ecology and management. Each of the chapters includes a comprehensive review and the results of recent research. The contributors are active researchers in this diverse and ecologically important field. This text is mainly for researchers and managers working with intertidal sediments, but it will also serve as a valuable senior undergraduate and graduate reference text in environmental chemistry, environmental science, earth science, and oceanography.


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Franklin County's primary Tuesday saw one incumbent ousted on the eastern end, and another re-elected on the western end.
Pamela Marshall, 56, of Carrabelle, took a clear majority of the ballots in the non-partisan race for school board for District 2, avoiding a run-off in the Nov. 4 general election.
Marshall, a former teacher who retired from the school district after 32 years in the classroom, captured more than 56 percent of vote (350), to overtake challenger Wilburn 'Ray' Messer, 55, of Carrabelle, who drew 30.5 percent of the ballots (190), and 14-year incumbent David Hinton, 78, of Carrabelle, who received 13.5 percent (84)
In the universal primary held for District 4 county commissioner, incumbent Joseph "Smokey" Parrish, 52, of Apalachicola, easily retained his seat with 66.6 percent (381) to 33.4 percent (191) for challenger Royce S. Rolstad III, 31, of Apalachicola.
While Republican voters in District 2 may have cast votes in the race for county commissioner, the supervisor of elections office did not release any totals, since Mark Nobles, 57, of Lanark Village, was deemed the winner after Bill Snyder, 55, of Lanark Village, dropped out for health reasons earlier this month. Nobles will now square off in the November election against Democratic incumbent Cheryl Sanders, 58, of Carrabelle.
Turnout for the election was a scant 27.5 percent, not surprising given that there were no statewide primary races, with the Democratic and Republican gubernatorial candidates both essentially decided prior to the vote. Governor Rick Scott picked up 89.7 percent of the Republican primary votes in Franklin County, while Democratic nominee Charlie Crist took 57 percent of the county votes against challenger Nan Rich.
A little more than 66 percent of the county's Democrats preferred the eventual winner for the nominee for Florida attorney general, George Sheldon, against rival Perry Thurston.
Supervisor of Elections Ida Elliott had complete election results within about a half-hour after the polls closed at 7 p.m. She said the day went off pretty much without a hitch, with two window air conditioner units installed last week at precinct #8, the American Legion hall west of Apalachicola.
"It went fine," she said. "Just long."
Elliott said the county's new EVid electronic pollbook system performed well, with the only bump being a delay in transmitting the numbers from Precinct 8. She said state officials told her that there had been transmission problem all over the state, and that Franklin County's debut of its system had been fine.
"Y'all look better than anyone in the state," a state elections official told her.
Turnout was particularly lackluster in Eastpoint, where only 12.2 percent of registered voters cast ballots. It was only a little better at the National Guard Armory, where just shy of 19 percent voted; on St. George Island, where 25 percent voted, and in Carrabelle, where nearly 29 percent voted.
It was strongest in Lanark Village, where about 40.2 percent cast ballots; at the two precincts at American Legion Hall west of Apalachicola, where 44 and 54 percent of registered voters cast ballots; and in Alligator Point, where nearly 42 percent of registered voters went to the polls.


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SAN JOSE, Calif.—Artist Zamon Christian saw Shen Yun Performing Arts at the San Jose Center for the Performing Arts Jan. 6.
"What's impressed me the most about this is the storytelling and the fashion, and dance. It's really gorgeous," he said during intermission.
Mr. Christian, a painter and a rapper, goes by the stage name Z-Man. He is a member of One Block Radius, an alternative rap trio from California.
As an artist, classical Chinese dance impressed him.
"It's amazing how they move. It takes you back in time. I love to see entertainment and hear it. So far it's very good, the precision and technique of it all—it's lovely," he said.
Classical Chinese dance is a system of dance that dates back thousands of years. It was originally passed down within the imperial palace and ancient Chinese theater and opera, according to the Shen Yun website.
Mr. Christian's companion Rachel Boyce was also enthusiastic about New York-based Shen Yun.
"I'm really impressed by the details and the strength, and the beauty that the dancers have. … it's really exciting to see. It's exciting to see the leaps and the twists in the air. It's very, very beautiful," she said.
Mr. Christian said he recommends people see the performance.
"It's an amazing journey. You should come and check it out if you love theater and art, and a little bit of opera infused into it, to costumes and dance, then you should come and see this," he said.
Reporting by Lily Yu and Sarah Matheson.
New York-based Shen Yun Performing Arts has three companies that perform simultaneously around the world. Shen Yun's Touring Company will be in Vancouver until Jan. 13, while the New York Company will complete its tour of eastern Canada with five shows in Toronto from Jan. 17–20. For more information, visit ShenYunPerformingArts.org
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A former boarding school administrator in California accused of molesting at least six former students had previously taught in Aiken County.
Jeffrey Barton, 55, is charged with 14 counts of oral copulation by force and two counts of sodomy by force. He was arrested on Oct. 17 and placed in the Vista Detention Facility in San Diego, where he remained on Friday evening under $3 million bond.
Barton, a former administrator for the Army and Navy Academy in Carlsbad, Calif., is accused of molesting at least six former students whom he mentored, according to a statement from the Carlsbad Police Department in California. He was employed by the academy from 1995 to 2013.
The abuse took place in Barton's private cottage at the Army and Navy Academy, in his office and on overnight trips, according to previous news reports. Barton reportedly used drug-laced baked goods to incapacitate the victims.
NBC News reported that Barton taught at other schools before coming to Carlsbad, including Aiken Preparatory School and the McCallie Private Boys Boarding School and Day School in Chattanooga.
According to Bob Harrington, headmaster emeritus for the school, Barton taught Spanish at Aiken Prep for two or three years in the mid-1980s. Harrington was surprised and dismayed to hear about the serious charges against Barton in California.
"I hadn't seen him for a long time, but he had a good experience with us," Harrington said. "I'm very upset about this."
Barton has no record with the Aiken County Clerk of Court, and a spokesman for the Aiken Department of Public Safety said he had no run-ins with the city.
Carlsbad police began their investigation in June when a victim, now an adult, reported past sexual abuse by Barton, according to the statement. Since then, investigators have worked to develop a comprehensive case by collecting evidence, following leads and identifying additional victims.
Victims and witnesses are encouraged to call the Carlsbad police hotline at 760-931-2276, including anyone in the Aiken County area.
"We're looking into his total career," said Jodee Sasway, community relations manager for the Carlsbad Police Department. She added that callers may remain anonymous.
A message left with the San Diego County District Attorney's Office was not returned by press time on Friday.
Teddy Kulmala covers the crime and courts beat for the Aiken Standard and has been with the newspaper since August 2012.
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5.0 Mustang & Super FordsFeatured Vehicles
2007 Mustang GT - Tripping The Light Camtastic
The Big 3 Performance Stroker Mixes Displacement, Boost, Lift, And Duration
Horse Sense: As its name suggests, Big 3 Performance works its magic not only on Mustangs, but also on Mopar and GM muscle. Yes, I know the phrase "GM muscle" is pretty much an oxymoron. (Just kidding, Dr. Meyer.)
Around here, we catch the keys to a fairly broad array of certifiably banzai Mustang machinery, often revved-up by some form of power adder. In truth, we get used to it, so when I got the call to photograph and drive this tastefully understated Paxton Novi 2200-blown S197 from Big 3 Performance (www.big3 performance.com), my seat-of-the-pants dyno knew what to expect-or so I thought.
The first clue that I had sadly underestimated this experience came from simply listening to-and feeling-this thing idle. It has a deliciously nervous and lumpy cam lope that's reminiscent of something more like a late-'60s big-block drag car. A Three-Valve modular isn't supposed to create its own little earthquake, not even one bored and stroked to 5.0 liters of displacement. And yes, the plug wires were all attached.
It's no secret that centrifugal-blown cars are rpm-reliant when it comes to boost, so they're usually relatively docile down low on the tach. This is especially true if boost-friendly, lower-compression pistons have been substituted, such as the 8.7:1 Arias units working with the Eagle stroker crank inside this '07 GT's bored stock block. Believe it when I say that such soft throttle response is not an issue with Big 3's manic GT, which is simply called the Stroker Edition. This thing has a hair trigger unlike anything I've ever experienced in a modular Mustang of any variety. The initial throttle response is so immediate-no, make that violent-that it's all but impossible to tame, at least without a lot more seat time than I had. In traffic, the only sane practice is to desperately short-shift and get it up into Third gear ASAP. Big 3's sales manager, Anthony Stephenson, tells us that this berserk off-idle response, as well as the fact that the 5.0-liter missile will zing happily and repeatedly to 7,500 rpm, is in great part due to its custom-spec Crower cams.
Forced induction doesn't normally need or even like big cams. However, Anthony says that even with the Novi huffing out 18 psi of boost prior to fitment of these bellicose bumpsticks, the Stroker's rear-wheel horsepower was "only" in the 530 vicinity, whereas now, the Dynojet rollers-or any handy pavement-are subjected to a full 631-rwhp wallop, which is impressive for otherwise bone-stock heads. This, by the way, is on 93-octane pump gas, which we confirmed by fueling up the Stroker before heading out to try and lose our license in Dearborn's rush hour traffic.
If all this sounds interesting, our tester is actually the prototype for a series of 20 such Strokers that Big 3 Performance wants to build. While this one has a stock-style, five-speed Tremec 3650 with cryogenically treated gears, the production cars will carry six-speed TR6060s and utilize a SPEC Super Twin twin-disc clutch and a full 3-inch exhaust in place of this car's 2 1/2-inch tubes. Oh, and CNC-ported heads-as if it needed more power.
It's not all about power. Anthony tells us this car is now owned by Michael Zamzow, who chose it because of his apparent affection for hot-lapping at Wisconsin's Road America track. Therefore, the Stroker's drivetrain, suspension, and brake modifications (see our 5.0 Tech Specs sidebar) are just as important to him as having 631 hp on tap. We're still trying to get our minds around some sort of corner-exit strategy with this monster's light-switch throttle response. Obviously, Michael has much better reflexes than I do.
For that track role, or even spirited street use, the Stroker's suede seat inserts are also a wise and stylish way to stay in place under lateral g-loading. We can't help but think that the Hurst shifter, with its retro white knob, is the perfect complement to the Stroker's old-school, rock-and-roll cams. The dash plaque proudly declaring this a Stroker Limited Edition matches those discreetly placed mid-stripe on the front fenders.


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I resisted buying this handle. In general, I try not to buy "stuff," so this isn't too surprising. Also it is very purple and plastic, which makes it one of my least favorite colors and materials! Plus, it costs around $20 and just wasn't sure if it would be $20 worth of awesome.
I thought about it for at least a year.
I looked at cheaper options.
Ultimately, I sucked it up and forked over the $20.
I wish I had done it sooner!
This tool makes it so much easier to hold the ruler in place while cutting, to move the ruler between cuts, and to set up cuts very precisely.
I don't, in general, have a clumsiness problem, but I'd wager that if you were someone who worried about cutting your flesh when cutting your fabric, the gripper would help to avoid those accidents.
Love this tool!
While we're talking about rotary cutting, I wanted to point you towards my favored rotary cutter: Olfa's Quick Change Rotary Cutter . Why do I like this one? As the name implies, it is very easy to change the blades. The problem I had with the ergonomic one (see picture below) is that I have a heck of a time changing the blade and then end up with a wobbly blade. The Quick Change is very easy to change and never wobbly.
Also, I am ambidextrous enough to cut with my left hand when the situation calls for it, and the ergonomic cutter is for right-handed cutting only.
The downside of the Quick Change Rotary Cutter is that it doesn't automatically cover the blade when you set it down...you have to slide the guard up. This is second-nature to me now, so its not a problem. But, if you are accident prone...maybe not the right cutter for you.
The one that I use currently is a Fiskars mat. I like its pretty colors.
When buying a rotary cutting mat, I avoid any that are putting off a strong odor.
I also avoid any that have a lot of writing on them. I used to have a smaller Olfa mat and I was constant working around a corner that was full of words rather than ruler markings.
So, that's me marching out my rotary cutting tools.
For advice on caring for these tools check out this webpage.
And if you're new to the whole rotary shebang, check out this tutorial.
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This month, Minku turns one, hurrah!
It has been an exciting first year. I read books and magazines on business that may not have caught my interest two years ago. Friends and family contributed their time and know-how, even when they were tired or hung over or both. I whispered a thousand thanks to my sister, mum, and home-ec teachers for teaching me how to sew.
And now, to celebrate it all – your support in getting this far, your kind comments when I silently wondered whether Minku would make it through the first year, the photos some of you sent me of you rocking your Minku bags in Paris or Bilbao or Lagos or Dubai – I would like to announce a giveaway.
The Felicity mini wallet, like all things Minku, is leather, and hand-made in my Barcelona atelier. Though you can't really see it from the pictures, it is lined on the inside with a patterned purple damask fabric. It has the Minku logo stamped on the front, and a secure snap closure with a heart detail. It can hold your business cards/lipstick/loose change/keys/hair ornament/loose pieces.
To enter the giveaway, please like Minku on Facebook or subscribe to the Minku blog. Doing both doubles your chances of being chosen. All current subscribers to the blog and facebook page are automatically included in the raffle.
On April 25, 2012, a winner would be chosen using a random number generator. At midnight on April 25, I will announce the winner.
Shipping is easiest to the U.S., the U.K, and continental Europe. However, don't let this deter you from entering. If you are in Nigeria or the rest of Africa or Asia and would like to enter, it would help if you a) have a mailing address you can use in the U.S., the U.K., or continental Europe OR b) have lots of patience and flexibility, and are fine with receiving your prize later in the year. Either way I'm dedicated to ensuring that if you win, you receive your prize.
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How Sweet It Is, called for 1/4 cup fresh Parmesan, but when I made it, it was really just a dusting of cheese and I would prefer a more substantial layer of gooey, melted cheese. Many thanks to How Sweet It Is for the recipe.
Parmesan Baked Artichokes
Makes several servings
1 14oz can artichokes in water, drained
1/4 cup panko bread crumbs
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 to 1 1/2 cups Italian blend cheese
1. Preheat oven to 375-f degrees.
2. Layer artichokes in a baking dish. Drizzle olive oil on top. Season with salt, garlic and Italian seasoning. Add bread crumbs and Italian blend cheese on top. Bake for 15 minutes.
3. Remove artichokes from oven and turn on broiler. Broil for 1-2 minutes, or until cheese is golden brown.
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The current population of Hyde County is 6,121 with the median age of 41. Hyde County's median household income is $41,905, and the average household net worth is $288,194. 29% of Hyde County's population are long term residents having lived in their homes for more than 5 years, while 19% of Hyde County's population have moved in the last year.
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Age distribution represents the distribution of the population in Hyde County by age group. In Hyde County, the male-to-female ratio is 3,384:2,737, which is 29% higher than the ratio of North Carolina, which is 4,806,033:5,064,249. Age demographic data is sourced from census, 2015.
Crime rate index represents the average crime rate for a local area in comparison to nearby areas and the national average. A crime index of 100 represents the national average. Hyde County, has 56% less property crime than North Carolina, and is 47% below the nation's average. Hyde County, has 71% less personal crime than North Carolina and when compared to that of United States, Hyde County is 72% below the national average.
Marital status represents the percent of residents in Hyde County that are single, married, widowed and divorced. In Hyde County, 71% of people are married and 29% of people are single. The percent of people married is 1% lower than the ratio of North Carolina, which is 73%. Marital data is sourced from census, 2015.
Household income distribution represents the distribution of Hyde County income brackets at the household level. Overall, the median household income for Hyde County is $41,905, which is 9% lower than that of North Carolina ($46,237). Income data for Hyde County is sourced from census, 2015.
Education data represents the highest level of education attained by residents in Hyde County. In Hyde County, 23% of residents 18 and over graduated from high school and 11% completed a Bachelor's degree or higher, which is 16% lower than that of North Carolina. Education statistics is sourced from census, 2015.


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Cornerback Reggie Rembert, who Falcons coach Troy Calhoun said Tuesday was "a long shot" to play this week against BYU, practiced Wednesday.
Calhoun said Tuesday that Rembert wasn't likely to practice this week because of a neck injury. Calhoun has been publicly pessimistic about Rembert's chances of playing since last week's game. Calhoun didn't clarify the situation much after Rembert returned to practice Wednesday.


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Led Zeppelin – For Your Life/Legendary Legend (Tarantura TCD-2007-1-1,2 2nd edition)
For Your Life/Legendary Legend (Tarantura TCD-2007-1-1,2 2nd edition)
Disc 1: Introduction, Good Times Bad Times, Ramble On, Black Dog, In My Time Of Dying, For Your Life, Trampled Underfoot, Nobody's Fault But Mine, No Quarter, Since I've Been Loving You
Disc 2: Dazed And Confused, Stairway To Heaven, The Song Remains The Same, Misty Mountain Hop, Kashmir, Whole Lotta Love, Rock and Roll
After the first edition sold out quickly, Tarantura released the second edition of For Your Life/Legendary Legend. This comes in a cardboard gatefold sleeve but with artwork different from the first edition. Many close up photos from the event are used to bring the viewer into close proximity in the gig. The tape used for this is the Jules McTrainspotter tape, the same as the first and the same as posted online. It is a very good stereo audience recording taped close to the stage. There is much more echo and an intrusive audience noise than there is on the tape used by Wendy for Legendary Reunion. Tarantura also boosted the treble up high enough so that the audience's applause sounds like thick raindrops hitting a tin roof. On the whole it is very collectible now that there are two versions of the artwork available. (GS)If you liked this review, buy me a cup of joe. (Suggested: $3 a shot or $7.5 for a double)Led Zeppelin - For Your Life/Legendary Legend (Tarantura TCD-2007-1-1,2 2nd edition),
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tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6974698642800590645.post6152638444554373460..comments2015-05-15T05:33:48.268-07:00Comments on Kaliope's WoW Crafting Blog: Post Patch Info for Patch 5.1Kaliopehttp://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-6974698642800590645.post-59397172892141088392012-12-07T11:12:15.035-08:002012-12-07T11:12:15.035-08:00I just wanted to confirm that I got my first Golde...I just wanted to confirm that I got my first Golden Lotus as a bonus herb last night! This was in VotFW from a silkweed node, so it's not just high level herbs either. Based on all the comments here, I think we can be fairly certain that they are dropping from any node now. You only get the buff if you pick an actual GL node, I didn't get the buff when I got it as a bonus herb.

I also spoke with a guildmate last night who confirmed the higher drop rate from Tiller plants. The spawn rate can be at least as high as 50% but typically closer to 25%. It may be worth devoting a portion of your garden to herbs if you need to feed an Alchemist.Kaliopehttp://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-6974698642800590645.post-30003588140922175222012-12-06T10:54:05.359-08:002012-12-06T10:54:05.359-08:00Thanks for the info about farms and such! I have a...Thanks for the info about farms and such! I have also seen the standard GL spawn in the past week, but they do seem to be more rare than before. I have yet to find a lotus paired with another herb, but that may be due to my lower herb-picking activities this past week.Kaliopehttp://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-6974698642800590645.post-66214096614066615922012-12-05T22:28:19.995-08:002012-12-05T22:28:19.995-08:00Here are the changes to GL that I know about: **...Here are the changes to GL that I know about:

***Reduction from 3 to 2 GL per SoH

***GL now drops from regular herbs nodes yet also remain a separate node as well. Only the separate GL node gives Luck of The Lotus. My impression is that this GL node spawn rate has been nerfed too BUT since those are so rare its difficult to tell especially in light of the overall herb nerf.

***The spawn rate of GL from planting Enigma seed has been buffed. I have yet to get less than 25% GL and many days I've gotten 50% GL (eight of them!) since 5.1

firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-6974698642800590645.post-76625446114629469882012-12-03T04:19:20.683-08:002012-12-03T04:19:20.683-08:00I also picked a lotus while getting other plants. ...I also picked a lotus while getting other plants. I had to check my log at first, because I was like, 'email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-6974698642800590645.post-42580760111850094682012-12-01T11:08:50.802-08:002012-12-01T11:08:50.802-08:00It's certainly possible that they boosted the ...It's certainly possible that they boosted the spawn rate for GL to balance the change in quantity from the vendor. I doubt they raised it enough to make up the difference, probably just enough to mediate the anticipated drought. Wowhead isn't reflecting this change in their drop tables but one commenter has made the same observation that you did :)Kaliopehttp://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-6974698642800590645.post-58232465846864685822012-12-01T06:21:07.956-08:002012-12-01T06:21:07.956-08:00I noticed i got several Golden Lotus today while h...I noticed i got several Golden Lotus today while herbing other nodes. Not sure if this is new or if I've just not paid attention before. Maybe an effort to keep Golden Lotus(es) from becoming too rare?

firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-6974698642800590645.post-64910561841475851642012-11-30T13:49:09.511-08:002012-11-30T13:49:09.511-08:00Yeah either its the nerfs to spawn rates or the bo...Yeah either its the nerfs to spawn rates or the botter scripts having to be updated but the ore market is terrible right now for buyers. 50g a stack when we were hovering just above 30 for some time on Stormrage US. Prices are just starting to come back down today. I think the botters are back up and running. Guaphttp://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-6974698642800590645.post-38228973702599300632012-11-29T21:10:27.350-08:002012-11-29T21:10:27.350-08:00Reader Wardemon found a blue post for us that conf...Reader Wardemon found a blue post for us that confirms the nerf:

http://blue.mmo-champion.com/topic/246493-herb-nerf/Kaliopehttp://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-6974698642800590645.post-39289335658642289012012-11-29T20:16:16.701-08:002012-11-29T20:16:16.701-08:00I've been hearing the same thing from guildmat...I've been hearing the same thing from guildmates and chat, so there's a good chance that the spawn rates were reduced. It's possible that the conflicting reports are a result of CRZ confusion? I could see where that might lead some players to believe that spawn rates are higher if they happen to cross into a lower pop realm. Just a thought.

I've been expecting this for weeks now, so I'm not surprised it finally kicked in. But given the fact that they also reduced the Golden Lotus trade, it makes sense.Kaliopehttp://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-6974698642800590645.post-53326309221311033302012-11-29T19:11:06.245-08:002012-11-29T19:11:06.245-08:00The inevitable node nerf is now live and spawns ha...The inevitable node nerf is now live and spawns have been reduced by 50%. It's quite confusing because there are contradictory reports as to how it is playing out on different servers.

While I'm not surprised I will say it feels more punishing than it did in the past but I think that is because my server is dying. Right now, it can be difficult to sell herbs at any price. I sold most of my DM decks the last two months for prices less than what I did in Cata. :-(

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The following are exchanges in the House of Commons between Labour MP for Workington, Sir Tony Cunningham and Gregory Barker and John Hayes MP – each Ministers in the Department of Energy & Climate Change ( DECC ).
The issue is the environmental impact on wind farm installations on historic peatlands; and the ability of peatlands naturally to store carbon emissions. The emphases in the texts are ours.
11th March 2013
Sir Tony Cunningham: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy and Climate Change what assessment he has made of the effect that wind farms (a) installed on peatlands, (b) approved for construction on peatlands and (c) awaiting planning approval for construction on peatlands (i) have had to date and (ii) will have on the capacity of such peatlands to sequester carbon dioxide. [146897]
Gregory Barker: The Department for Energy and Climate Change does not hold information on the number of wind power installations installed on peatlands.
It is important to ensure that when wind turbines are constructed on peatlands, the process is managed carefully to minimise carbon losses from the soil. Applicants for consent for major energy infrastructure sited on peatland must provide assessments of potential biodiversity and geological impacts. The decision-making authority would need to take such impacts into account before making its decision.
In most cases, if managed carefully, new wind turbines constructed on peatlands from now until 2030 will still have significantly lower carbon emissions per unit of electricity generated than the UK marginal electricity mix.
13th March 2013
Sir Tony Cunningham: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy and Climate Change what his policy is on the siting of energy infrastructure on peatlands. [146894]
Mr Hayes: Applicants for consent for major energy infrastructure must provide assessments of potential biodiversity and geological impacts which would include an assessment of the effects of locating the infrastructure on peatland if that was the case. The decision-making authority would need to take such impacts into account before making its decision.
The National Policy Statement for Renewable Energy Infrastructure (EN-3)(1) contains further information on the assessment of applications for consent for onshore wind farms on peat.
Sir Tony Cunningham: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy and Climate Change what consideration is given to the capacity of peatlands to sequester carbon dioxide in the strategy to achieve carbon dioxide reduction targets. [146896]
Mr Hayes: We acknowledge the importance of peatland restoration in maintaining carbon stocks and recognise their potential for sequestering additional carbon.
At present peatlands, are not accounted for in UK greenhouse gas emissions reduction targets. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) will publish a methodology to account for peatlands in July 2013, and we are currently considering what land use and forestry activities the UK will account for in the period 2013-20.
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Sir Tony Cunningham: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy and Climate Change how many wind power installations (a) installed, (b)approved and (c) awaiting planning permission are sited on peatlands. [146895]
Gregory Barker: The Department does not hold this information.
It has to be said that this institutionalised cavalier attitude at government level to environmental responsibility hardly engenders confidence in the security of government development policy in wind energy; or in planning consents given in such circumstances as those Sir Tony Cunningham is exploring.
It is equally astonishing that government is content to rely on the interrogated environmental impacts of wind farms presented by those applying for planning consent for such installations – in support of their applications.
Such applicants are the developers, in whose interests it is to minimise any statement of environmental impacts of the installations they wish to farm for profit.
If the DECC does not know – or seek to know by holding and interrogating necessary information – the number of wind farm installations and applications for installation on peatlands, their environmental impacts and their carbon storage capacity – what do they know?


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VVR with MSCS-clustered storage
Hi Forum,
I setup a MSCS cluster with two nodes. I use SFW 5.1 SP2 for storage virtualization. Failover clustering with the SFW virtualized volumes works just fine.
Now I want to replicate the data of the SFW volumes to another disk array and I want to use VVR for that purpose. Already installed VVR feature successfully during SFW setup. I've got two seperates disk arrays for the Primary resp. Secondary Replicator Logs.
1. I want to use the two MSCS cluster nodes also as Primary resp. Secondary Replicator Nodes. I read that you cannot add more than one single SFW disk group to a RDS/RVG, so I would have to add the Replicator Log disk to the disk group which contains the data to be replicated. As that SFW disk group is a MSCS cluster resource the RL disk would also be switched to the second MSCS node if a failover occurs. The Replicator Log disk of course would have to be connected to both the Primary and Secondary nodes.
Question1: Will the VVR system become totally confused or even destroyed, as the Secondary Node would take over the Primary Replicator Log disk in a fail over event?
Question2: Does the above described configuration work at all or do I have to setup two more Windows Servers with SFW as Primary resp. Secondary VVR nodes?
Thanks in advance!
Best Regards,
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Hi Bob,
I'm not real clear on what you are trying to do here. Let me see if I can answer your question by providing the following examples of what works and what doesn't work in a MSCS/WFC cluster when using VVR.
1. Rplicated Data Cluster does not work with a MSCS/WFC cluster. In this cluster, VVR would be used to replicate the shared data from disks on cluster node 1 to a different set of disks on cluster node 2. The main reason that this does not work is that VVR support on MCSC/WFC does not have the needed resource to control VVR migration/takeover operations.
if this type of configuration is needed, then an SFW-HA cluster using VVR would be what you need because it can handle VVR migration/takeover operations when failover between nodes in the same cluster.
2. MSCS/WFC cluster using VVR to replicate data to another server outside of the cluster is valid. AKA the cluster is the VVR primary. In this case, the MSCS/WFC cluster would have a service group with a virtual IP resource that VVR uses to replicate data away from the cluster. This would be a VVR primary and is a valid configuration. Keep in mind that VVR rlinks need to be setup to use the virtual IP for replication so that it will move from node to node during failover. The replication data set will contain all volumes beinig replicated and a unique volume for the replication log for this replication data set.
3. MSCS/WFC cluster using VVR to receive replicated data from outside of the cluster is also valid. AKA the cluster is the VVR secondary. In this case replication again is setup using a virtual IP address and the replicated data set contains all volumes that are being replicated and a unique volume for the replication log for this replication data set. The main issue with this is that the data is not accessible since this is a VVR secondary. A VVR migration or takeover would need to be performed via CLI or VEA before the data would be in a read/write state on this cluster.
4. You can setup two seperate service groups on the MSCS/WFC cluster so that you are able to replcate data from the cluster using 1 replication data set / 1 service group and receive data from outside the cluster in the other service group. In this configuraiton each service group would have its own set of disks for volumes and replication logs and would be configured to use a unique virtual IP address for that service group.
Please let me know if this helps or I completely misunderstood what you are trying to do.
Hi Wally,
thank you very much for your answer.
Case 1 isn't the aim.
Case 3 neither.
I think what I need is Case 2 or Case 4.
Actually it is Case 2 but I thought that I could configure one of the MSCS nodes as Primary VVR and the other node of the MSCS as Secondary VVR. Seems that I have to setup a third Windows Server with SFW and VVR and use the MSCS cluster as Primary node and the new Windows Server as Secondary VVR.
If I understood Case 4 right, I would also need a third Windows Server to act as Secondary VVR.
Thank you again! Now it's clear.
Best Regards,
Hi Bob,
VVR with MSCS is intended to replicate volume(s) by being either the VVR Primary or the VVR secondary for a given replication data set (RDS). As such, you will need either another MSCS cluster or a standalone node to be the other side of the replication data set.
Since you can have more than one replication data set replicating on a single server (standalone or MSCS cluster node) you can have on replicating data away from the MSCS cluster and the other replicating data to the MSCS cluster. In this case the MSCS cluster would be the VVR primary for one RDS and the VVR secondary for the other RDS. Of course it would not be for the same volumes/data.
If this answers your issue please mark the post as resolved and identify the solution.


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Show Results from the 2001 All Nations Cup, Aachen German. Congratulations to all the winners.
The Arabian Breeders World Cup is proudly celebrating its 5th anniversary in on April 14-17th, 2011. What began with an enthusiastic idea to bring an international style show to North America, the Arabian Breeders World Cup has evolved into one of the premier Arabian horse events on the annual worldwide calendar.
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No Problems - Good News! Serously? Well, Mostly! W/Pics!
As Gomer used to say - Surprise-Surprise-Surprise! :D:D:D And I guess all's well that ends well.
Sooo... Some months ago I started researching my next bike. I started looking and lurking on the various forums for the different brands and models.
I (at first) thought that I really wanted an RT. As time went on I came to know that an RT wasn't quite right.
Then I came here - advrider - and started looking at all the GS articles. It seemed that the GS was more what I needed for the types of riding I hope to do in the future.
I'd spent the fall over in Spain. Yes, I missed all of the political TV commercials and all of the slobbering talking heads. It was so great that I'm going back in early spring. No, not missing the political crap, but the scenery and the woman!
So... as soon as I returned to the Sacramento area I started looking for a bike. A&S had a nice looking bike (this thread) and after some advice from the inmates I bought the bike. Heck, I'm even in contact with the previous owner.
Anyway, the bars weren't positioned for maximum comfort - so a quick trip to A&S and some risers/bar backs got them much better positioned.
At 80mph the air striking me in the chest wasn't pleasant. It might be OK in the summer when it's a pleasant 80º. But in the 40º-50º temps here in NCal that blast does not cut it!
So... More research on here about windshields and other things to redirect the windflow. At first I was going out to CalSci in West Sacramento. Then a middle of the night thought took me toward the full-meal-deal that the Aeroflow Half-Fairing offers.
There were some potholes in the 'mount the fairing brackets' road that I had to navigate. The mounting brackets bolt to the same bolts that hold the oil cooler. This particular bike had only one screw holding the oil cooler tight to the bike itself.
I could not move the oil cooler enough to even locate the missing mounting hole. And no, I did not try putting any hair there! :rofl
So I took the beak off and it turns out that (IMO) manufacturing tolerances bit. The left side oil cooler hose was just a couple mm short of being ideal. This meant that at one time or another one of the previous (3) owners could not get the screw to match the mounting hole and just gave up, using the right side bolt only.
Another hiccup - the Aeroflow instructions tell us that we need 50mm bolts to secure both the windshield brackets and the oil cooler. The instructions suggest - hint - allude to the fact that the required bolts are either 1) already on the bike holding the oil cooler or 2) included with the rest of the mounting hardware.
Sadly, neither were true. The OEM bolt as only about 25-30mm. And the required 50mm bolts were not part of the kit.
Did you know that Lowes has a great selection of stainless steel bolts and screws? Only issue is that they have none in metric sizes. So zinc plated will have to do.
And I suppose you already know that to remove the beak you have to take off the turn signal stalks? Well, no one told me that those dam-n covers are as fragile as thin shelled eggs. Yeah, I broke two of 'em. Happy to say that A&S must sell a bunch as they had 'em in stock.
So, waiting for the covers to be delivered I had some other business and didn't finish the windshield project until earlier today (12/31).
Everything is all back together and of course I HAD to take a test ride. Not a long ride, but on one short straight I hit a 110mph. No wind on the chest. No helmet buffeting. No real indication of the speed - no noise from the bike. Sure happy this was a rural-ish road so that the LEO's weren't nearby.
Suffice to say I love it! Plenty of breeze to keep the visor clear of fog, but also comfortable enough for long rides in low temperatures that we have now.
One thing... When researching my next bike I saw lots of pictures of BMW bikes with RADAR and Laser detectors mounted. On RT's I can see the need, but my thoughts ran along the idea of 'On a GS? Really?" These are supposed off-road bikes and they don't go all that fast - do they? Well, after my short test ride today I can attest that not only will they exceed the posted speed limit, but do so with some alacrity! :clap:clap:clap
I'm baby sitting the 4 grands tonight so son & DiL can go out for the first time in 8 years! But tomorrow!
Tomorrow - 1/1/13 - I've got a nice ride plotted through the gold country east of Sacramento. Lots of twisty roads and a forecast of a sunny 50º by noon-ish. You gotta know where I'm gonna be!
Ride safe - and try to stay somewhere near the posted speed limit!
So when do we get the pictures?
A GS of any sort may not be that impressive on paper, but it is more than able to get you arrested most any where. :clap
Where exactly are you? I live ten minutes from A&S
New Years Day Ride will provide.
I'm babysitting the grands in Rancho Cordova right now.
2-4-6-& 7 years old - watched the ball drop in Times Square (internet) and now they're in bed and the house is QUIET! :clap:clap:clap
Going up toward Angles Camp on Jan 1 and will find a suitable place for a picture or six.
Taking the 49 all the way down to Angel's Camp?
A&S are good peeps!
Sent you a pm.
I've been thinking about going the Aeroflow route. I'll be watching to see what the verdict is. Sounds positive so far. BTW, the blue and white is sweet, almost as sweet as the bumble bee.
OK - Pics from the ride today - 1/1/13
The Aeroflow (for me) is PERFECT!!:clap:clap:clap:clap Any speed between 30 and 90, the Aeroflow offered complete protection from the wind.
I'm 6' and slim. I can see over the top with no problem. I followed the size guidelines on their website.
On my 85 mile ride this afternoon the ONLY time there was any serious wind buffeting was in traffic on a 4-lane and vehicles were traveling in the same direction. Their disturbed air cause some slight amount of buffeting.
In clear air there was only an occasional buffet - is that a real thing? Anyway, there's a pocket of still air that my upper body sits inside. There is moving air striking my shoulders, and arms. Moving my hand around there is a strong stream of air over the cylinder heads that strikes my shins. Another strong stream of air comes up in front of the forks. The air near the tank seems to be quiet, but there is a stream that flows across the tops of my upper thighs and crotch area. I could not determine where this air was coming from - it seemed a bit diffuse, yet it was enough to shrink 'willy' to a size not seen since I was 8 years old! :eek1 :rofl :eek1 :lol3
The slot between the windshield and the 'fairing' directs a strong stream up the backside of the windshield, relieving any low pressure areas, thus there is zero pressure forcing (sucking?) my torso forward. I sit neutral with no influence forward or backwards.
The sun was very near the horizon and I was riding directly into it. Holding my left hand up to shield my eyes I could not detect any wind at or just above helmet level. Obviously the wind stream was directed above the level of the top of the helmet.
Obviously I have not ridden in rain or heat so I cannot comment on those conditions. But in the cool winter of NCal this is a perfect solution. The bike was a real pleasure to ride with the Aeroflow.
Bottom line? For me - and YMMV - this is a spendy accessory that makes the bike all that much more enjoyable. Would I recommend it? 100% fer sure!
Great explanation on the Aeroflow. Sounds like the ticket. As soon as my Russell saddle gets here, I'm going to see what size I need and grab one. I hope the snow melts soon here, the farkleage is getting too expensive.
When I put the Aeroflow on a 1100 GS I couldn't believe how much difference it made.
I sold my 1200LT as a result..
Our 4th GGrand was born 12:01AM 1/1/2013 here in Alabama.
Did you skin the front screen in CF lookalike? If so, what material did you use?
I do want to add extensions to brake and shift levers - seems my feet are not finding them easily - especially the brake! Up shifts are not an issue, it's the down shift that I'm missing.
We'll get some more miles with my ass on it before we spend any more money beyond these two.
FYI on the hardware, I never buy fasteners at the big box stores, their selection sucks. Most Ace or small mom and pop hardware stores have an aisle of fasteners that include metric stainless in almost any size you would need for a bike.
If anybody needs a tall top, I got an extra.
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