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I've had shadepro do on a couple of my rigs. Great job and they come to me wherever I am at (socal), I just make a reservation with them in advance. works at home or at campground.

I've had to repair mine for the same reason. Not fun. But, if you're mechanically capable, once you figure out the dynamics of it...it can be done. At that point, it's just a matter of patients/effort and general safety. Both sides need to have the same amount of tension / slack.

here's one from back in the day...about 1972. Yes, dad did alot LOL

3 hours ago, Don Parscale said:

And if they catch them they just let them go. DON~~~

 The DA may let them off but the working line Belgian Malinois that I open carry in my truck definitely wont let go. Oops...Maybe once the cops show up...or ambulance.

Very cool video  thanks.

I noticed...no chatter bumps, no whoops, and almost no suspension.  LOL

I started out there just after that when the 90s and 185's were new with no suspension, only baloon tires. But they went anywhere. My how things have changed.

Just look at the campers and bus conversion...ballers of the time.

8 minutes ago, Rockwood said:

BTW, friend of mine hit the goldmine: EV TOU1 on solar.  Back then, they would grant TOU plans to people with solar panels...  Yep.  During the day, you're rolling backwards at peak rate, and forwards at night at off-peak rate, effectively making your solar array 2-6x larger from a $ standpoint.  He has 2 EVs, all electric house (cooking, heating, water) and an air conditioned garage.  Thermostats set to 72*F year-round, current credit is negative $7,000 and still climbing.  

SDGE

I have solar as well and on TOU rates. But...what did it cost to install the solar? answer=ALOT!

nobody is factoring in battery replacement $$ on the EVs either. There should be a battery replacement factor based on limited charge cycles.

On the battery usage...unless they're Li with automatic shut-off at pre-programmed levels, deep discharges kill battery life in general. Time will tell.

There's a reason that the power company runs their power generating station motors on natural gas (the ones that make power for night use). Yes I know wind, water, and sun also make power but...water shortages, night, and wind irregularity have impacts.

"and personal motorhomes with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of more than 14,000 pounds traveling in the state regardless of whether they are registered in California."

"Older heavy-duty vehicles without an OBD system will continue the current opacity testing requirements with an added visual testing component, twice each year."

Looks like the Montana LLC thing won't be a viable exception if you want to travel in the state. Also for those of us with pre-smog coaches...looks like those have to get smoged twice a year. Ugh ! Looks like backroads and night runs for me. That and 'pay the fee' for a visual that is irrelevant.

7 hours ago, Big_Daddy_Jp said:

I agree that the wages for fast food employees seems outrageous but like said by J Alper, the cost of living is crazy. How do you expect the younger generation to move out of their parents home and start living on their own these days? How do they start their own lives like we did? I moved out at 19 with my then girlfriend. We both had a little better than entry level jobs from working our way up. Neither one of us went to college. Now a days if you want something better than entry level you have to have some kind of degree or years experience equivalent to. Now with so many people looking for work, the odds of getting one of those jobs is slim. Rent for an apartment back in the day was $800 per month and now is like $1700. So yes, if the cost of living is gonna double or triple than wages need to do the same.

I disagree, While rent used to be $800/month, wages were also alot less. But, the ratio of hours required to work compared to expenses is still the same. By raising lower income entry wages it is only a bandaid and eventually transfers to the upper levels (middle class) without compensation at that level...just higher expenses that have been passed along. Then the cycle continues. For example, recently the minimum wage was raised. It helped them for a while but now it's no longer enough.

Solve the problem by motivation (none right now). Free food housing and money is never the solution. Motivation comes from need. You want something, work for it. Plenty of jobs out there in blue collar. I know alot of employers who cant find blue collar people to fill the positions regardless of pay rate (mechanics, welders, trades people, etc). I personally have tried to help about 20 people to have a $150k/year+ job on 40 hours per week but all takers were too lazy (various ages ...and it's not a hard job). Unfortunately my son's age group (early 20's) sees too many making big $ doing what appears to be very little (youtube, etc). That's their example but in reality, it's the exception.

alot of great suggestions here.

If he likes the trades, and he is already been in the fire department, look at State Fire Marshall. Its construction based mostly plan review and has alot of perks.

Aside from that, look at a Division of the State Architect (DSA) certified inspector or OSHPD/now HCAI state certified hospital inspector. Same code books and information basis. He can make $250/yr on a 40 hour workweek schedule. He will need to start with some specialty inspector certs but virtually low cost to get in and can make $ right away. The beauty of it is he doesn't have to do the work and can work until mid 70's if he wants.

Follow the supply/demand. Lots of college degrees and relatively minimal jobs asking. Blue collar lots of jobs and few to fill them for the foreseeable future. Just my opinion.

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I set up my Malinois in the rail at night. Great advanced warning system even for drunks. They don't want to come close. 🙂

6 hours ago, 1HasBeen said:

It is amazing there weren't enough folks to successfully recall Newscum.

If they couldn't straighten it out on the national election, there is no way it can be an honest count on a state level.

10 hours ago, Rampage42 said:

We have used this before. 
https://www.commscope.com/product-type/cables/power-cables/item3-553079-3/

This is what you're looking for. On their webpage, scroll down and click the + on related products. You will see the receptacle and whip for the ends. Its a system and can also include data and comm. Its a complete no fuss system.

Congrats, nicely done ! Enjoy the next decade and see/do all that you can while health is with you and your wife 🙂

On 7/28/2021 at 9:27 AM, matt86m said:

Goes without saying but if you are going to carry it better be second nature to carry, draw and shoot. That takes a lot of practice.

A LOT! 

It's not good enough to just have it with you if you need it. Under stress you will perform differently than on the range. 

There is a saying, train as you fight, fight as you train. 

I'm not discouraging you from getting the CCW, I am encouraging you to practice, starting now. 

There is the physical aspect of using/shooting the gun. There is also a mental aspect, scenarios, run them through your head. IE, sitting at a light, how would you react if,,,

While riding your bike, what if,,,? 

Always remember, be a better witness than a victim. The gun is the last resort. If you are in a store or bank and someone is robbing the place, do you pull your gun? Or do you watch and be a witness,,,,,there is no perfect answer. It all depends on the situation. Is your wife and/or kids by your side? Do they know what to do if you decide to draw your gun? Have you talked about it with her or them? 

Scenario or roll playing training (physical or mental) is important. 

There's alot to be said about this...And CCW in LA Co is virtually impossible. So, I got a malinois and travel/scenario train regularly... homeless population and dirtbags are out of control here. No permits or lifted eyebrows with the dog and at least i'm openly not the easy target as he smiles reaaal nice to strangers ! lol. At this point, if I'm still looking for a CCW its gone extremely bad.