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  1. kevbot

    Proof of alien life - would they tell us?

    Okay, so more than anything I was going for the Devil's advocate point of view. You do make a damn good point. I dont have any idea if we have ever been visited by aliens, but I do wonder if people in general couldn't handle it? I think religion skews things, I think that many people have really...
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    Proof of alien life - would they tell us?

    Why do you assume that only some government entity will make these discoveries? There are a lot of scientists out there.There are a lot of people who work for NASA. This is my problem with government based conspiracy theories. Do you really think that so many people can keep shit like this...
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    how does someone learn to become handy?

    I would just like to say that you have got quite a bit of good advice. All I have to add is try not to be too hard on yourself with the jobs you do. I replaced some tile in a foyer inside the front door of my house. I never did that kind of work before, but to be honest, maybe Mike Holmes would...
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    What sort of policy do you support regarding breathalyzer interlocks on cars?

    I am not in any way, shape or form an advocate for drunk driving. Let's think about putting in devices to detect alcohol consumption. I sure as Hell don't want drunk idiots sharing the road with me. For an interlock to be effective, it needs to not only know if you are drunk when you start...
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    What sort of policy do you support regarding breathalyzer interlocks on cars?

    An ignition interlock is/should not be something that you just blow into to start the car. I have a friend that is required to have one, and beleive me, it is an obtrusive as hell device. If it is too cold, you must warm it up before you can use it. If it is too warm, you must cool it down. When...
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    What music are you listening to now?

    http://youtu.be/dd_W_x3nclY http://youtu.be/nDxhugRKZ8g
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    Will I damage anything if I remove the shoes on one of my drum brakes and drive it?

    If you insist on doing something that stupid, plug the line going to that wheel and then remove the brake shoes. Many years ago, I had a brake line burst on one of my front disk brakes, and I used a vice grip to pinch the line. It made the difference between no brakes and brakes on three wheels...
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    What's the funniest book you've read?

    I don't believe anyone has mentioned Dave Barry. He has plenty of stuff out there and I find him hilarious. Also, The World According to Garp. Sounds like a trip to the library might be in order.
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    Watching Being John Malkovich

    I've noticed this with myself. If you are going to watch a movie, just watch it. You cant play a movie in the background and pretend you caught everything. That was an excellent flick and requires your attention. If you don't like it, that's cool. Don't write it off If you didn't sit down and...
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    Did you have a TV in your room growing up?

    The first television I remember was a console thing that would probably needed a crane to move. We didn't even have a color tv until the mid 70's, and even then it was a 13" or so in the living room. My brother & I shared a room for the longest time, and I was in high school before we had a...
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    Anyone else get a weird charge like this?

    Membership Fee. I've had those a couple of times and a quick call to the bank made them go away.
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    Whatever happened to humor like this?

    Here's the best bit ever. No profanity whatsoever. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S5o8DFfYHS4
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    The stupidest stock keeping issue!

    Speaking for myself, I just couldn't resist giving you some crap, mainly because of your sig. Still, the stock issue seems like something a "technology" company could figure out. And seriously, good luck with the job and your future. I highly recommend finishing school if at all possible...
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    The stupidest stock keeping issue!

    Simple solution. remove the sold item from the sales "flore". I would be pissed and probably not return. Even sleazy car dealerships don't let this happen very often.
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    really frustrated with UPS

    My experience with UPS is that I tend to receive my shipment before they update their status. Give them some time before you freak. I have never ordered something directly from overseas though.
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    Holy WTF! someone please explain this to my simple head.

    Check out the dagmars! If they were chrome, they would look like a '57 Caddy 2 legged horse. Many questions, good sir.
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    It's times like this that I wish I believe in religion

    Wow sounds hot! this story reminds me of the only time I have ever been called for jury duty. This dirtbag "lost" a $10,000 Rolex, and his insurance co paid out. Later, he put a rider on his insurance for several valuables. Turns out that someone broke into his house and stole only these...
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    How long have you owned your car?

    2007 Saturn Ion3 Quad coupe. Minor issues when young, no problems or complaints since. I bought it just before Labor Day 2006, and it's been paid off for over a year now.
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    Catholic Church repents as Copernicus reburied

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JBHzt6wRjYc
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    How go to about repairing car paint damage

    at least two post say the same thing better than I.
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    How go to about repairing car paint damage

    What I have learned from experience is if you want an excellent repair, just go to a good body shop and let them work their magic. Body shops want the car with the original damage so they can do the best job. They don't want any repercussions because of the work you did. Case in point, my...
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    A look into the pits at 2010 Indy 500

    Very cool! Thanks.
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    Axleback Exhaust

    That reminds me of Randy Quaids lawnmower in the movie Moving with Ricard Pryor!
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    Motorist finds yellow lines painted on side of her car - ticketed

    The thing I don't get, it looks like she just parked in the middle of a street, lines or not. Don't they park next to the curb there? Also the thread title suggests that a motorist was ticketed for having yellow lines painted on the side of her car. :)
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    Recommend me some good TV series.....

    Six Feet Under, Extras and Arrested Development if you are not needing current shows. Also Chuck. Just my opinion.
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    ATOT Affect Needed

    I voted twice. 6 votes behind.
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    Looking for a quick release bracket

    What I am thinking of is what they used 20 or 25 years ago. A three tube camera with a CRT based teleprompter weighed a freaking ton! Somebody somewhere is selling this stuff, and cheap. What I don't know is if this type of thing wouldn't just be trading one problem for another. These...
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    Looking for a quick release bracket

    Your idea looks exactly like the quick mount for professional video camera tripod mounts. The part with the triangular slot is more or less permanently mounted to the tripod, and the camera has the mating piece screwed to the camera. Slide it in, and it locks. Move a lever, and slide it back...
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    Argument with a group of friends re: jewelry

    Wow. So I offer my undying love forever, and your concern is if someone else ever wore this ring? That's OK, I wasn't using that self esteem anyway. Thanks! You would only know If I was stupid enough to tell someone, but thanks for placing a material object above my love and dedication for you.
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    Looky What I Got

    Check scrapbooking stores. My sis is into that and it amazing what you can find at those places.
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    Stolen Rims/Tires

    Sorry about that. I actually meant to reply to you but I went all stupid. I haven't had my wheels stolen before, but I've always had the best luck with just contacting my insurance company and relying on their advice when bad things have happened, my fault or not. My whole point is just to...
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    Stolen Rims/Tires

    Your insurance company owes whatever it takes to make you "whole". If your car is 5 years old, they owe you for the value of 5 year old rims. The tires are a little trickier though. When I was looking at cars, alloy rims were a $400 factory option. Try to go to the parts counter and buy 4...
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    How many of you are satisfied with where you are in life?

    I am not real happy with were I am in life at this point, but the couple of friends I have are incredible, and my family is awesome. Everything else can be fixed. If I can manage to not die in the near future, I can fix everything. I need an education and a little guidance, a little...
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    When to get an oil change?

    I agree 100%. But, how many people with ordinary cars have issues due to oil change intervals? Just do your best to adhere to factory recommendations and save the stress for really important things. Really important things can certainly be how often to change the oil. All I am saying is that...
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    When to get an oil change?

    My personal feeling on this subject is to change your oil on a schedule that makes you feel comfortable. My car has an oil life sensor, and everything I can find points to that abiding by this reading is sufficient for warranty concerns. I change my oil twice a year and have yet to bang into...
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    How many miles do you really have when your gas gauge light comes on?

    I used to have a '97 Dodge Dakota with the 3.9L V6. I drove to Denver from Kansas City and tried to see how far it would go. It had a 22 gallon tank. Anyway, the low fuel warning came on and i went about 60 miles after, with the ding ding dings and lights on the dash. When I finally stopped for...
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    HP P1005 laser printer

    Office Depot has the HP p1005 laser printer for $64.99. It is listed in the weekly ad as being 50% off, save $65 dollars. It was "hidden" in the clearance section in the printer area. The reviews I have seen have been generally good. YMMV obviously, but it seems pretty solid for the price...
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    How to use/Configure TV tuner card in HP laptop??

    If it has an analog tuner, you may be out of luck because OTA TV is now digital.
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    Flashback! CES 1979

    Rubycon, I am your age. We had freakin CABLE TV!! back then, and it was tits. Our 19" color tv seemed like we were dancing on the edge of the future! In the very early 80's, I bought a microwave for my folks on credit. It was practically the size of a refrigerator and my mom was pissed that I...