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I have been very happy with the guiding of both Max and Greg (Toolman) Allard as well
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Thanks for the info folks. I will check these out.
Right now I am in a quandry cuz its a 10 yr old vehicle, and the damage is all cosmetic, and the initial price from a body shop was north of 2k.
The chief spousal unit is saying things like "spray it from a can and take me to Vegas for a week"
Hard to argue with the logic - the Rav is in top shape mechanically, and we will probalbly keep it for at least another 5 yrs, so I doubt we would ever get the value from the proper fix.
However, SU's are notorious for changing thier view.
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Thanks Simpson,
Yes the paint is damaged - there is about a in patch that flaked right off - shiny metal showing.
However, I will drop over to that shop and get a quote. I have no experience with shops in Calgary, so I appreciate any pointers and info.
Tom
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OOoops my bad - backed out of the garage with the wife's 2002 Rav4 and caught the taillight assembly against the corner of the holiday trailer some IDIOT had left parked there (that would be me as well).
After some delays, the used parts guys tell me they have the part waiting for me. Now I need someone to install it and correct the dings in the panel around it - not major but noticeable.
I have been to a body shop before (not Calgary) and almost had to leave my first born there, but they settled for the left arm to the elbow.
Anybody know of a reputable auto body guy to install, make beautiful and get me out of the doghouse?
Thanks.
tom
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I fish Montana a lot this isnt an issue & I have been trying to think of why this is.
They carry guns in Montana
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RANT alert!!
It is not that this is about significant or major transgressions, more just to get the issue off my chest, and allow me to focus on those things that matter.
I was at Upper Kan yesterday, gorgeous day, perfect for a wildlife spotting foray. Drove to the South lot on the UK, wonderful views, truly perfect. A few fishers, wondered how they were doing. Then I noticed a young fella sitting in front of a fire pit – probably part of a group as there were about 3 rods standing against the table. Good, I thought, someone staying with the fire, instead of leaving it unattended.
My perception of the scene changed when the fella went down to the high waterline, and grabbed a bunch of driftwood, dragged them back and proceeded to add the biggest to his fire. Ironically, my view of him was partly blocked by the “unlawful to gather or burn vegetation or deadfall” sign.
What part of “PARK” do people not get. In a previous trip, I watched as a middle aged family group labored to get a large stump from the dam at the north lot into their truck, cuz “this would look nice in mom’s flowers” . Camping at Bear Creek PP near Kelowna recently, I spoke out to a 50yr old couple when they let their dog run to chase the geese – their angry reaction was “did I want my granddaughter to step in all the goose poop?”
It’s a park people, and not your personal landscape/firewood supply, dog run.
There, I feel better. Albeit still feel helpless.
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I do try both , and the floss is great for any spaces between wraps , I have been using .025 and.015 weight ( afraid to say uh.....lead) . And I do try not to make them so bulky that they don't resemble a worm. Also , went through a period where I was looking to improve the "worm" . And flash(mylar) or BDHD doesnt really fit , (although I have made up some midge on roids) I made some up anyhow . Gonna try and see what works best . But I do find that any tails especially rear seem to fray after a day in the water ( even with out teeth on em') if they are made up of the little chenille and melted at the tips . I guess I'm trying to cheat a bit and see what works best , full chenille or full wire , mix /Beaded or not , tails or not..
I get that its just a worm . But I really believe it is the bread and butta' on the Bow . And I would like to do some mass production , of the best rated recipe . IE: which wired pattern is the best one to tie , for a friend . For me I try lots and everything because I like to explore , but for my Buddy I don't want to give him what I like as I am constantly learning and have yet to choose a fav. I want to give him a perfect representation of these ..without the extras that " I " may like . Unless of course the fish love em too.
Proof is in the puddin' , and the pattern that works best , judged by the fish is what I'm hoping to find . Just regular wire or chenille seems so basic....and makes me think( K.I.S.S) hmmm
I just tried one with weight and then 4 strand rayon floss , it looks as good as wire ! If not better...too me!
Just looking for suggestions
I tied some that look great to me - in the smaller hook sizes - red tinsel underneath clear medium liquid lace.
Havent been out much yet to give them a good trial, but damn they look good to me.
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had the birmingham done in Nov. A couple of things First , and biggest, if you get the Birmingham, check with your surgeon as to the recovery protocol. Mine had only feather wieght bearing allowed for six weeks. Most surgeons go for full weight bearing after discharge with the full hip replacement option.
Mine was a right hip, and the surgeon also prohibited driving for three months.
These would have been good to know. Wouldnt have done anything different though. Biggest benefit is being able to sleep at nite.
Also, I thought since I am in decent shape, and reasonably active, I figured that by just being active, I didnt need to do the pre op exercises as vigourously. WRONG. apparantly the process is to instill muscle memory, as well as flex and stretch, so that post op, the muscles know the drill.
my 2 cents
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I get mine at Fish Tales - the Wapsi brand
I use the 50 denier and the 200 denier they stock both, although only white in the 50. It takes a pen well, so I dont use the colored, although I have in the past had some ordered by the Fishin Hole.
I have found some at Cabelas in the US, and have picked up the 100 denier size there.
GSP is gel spun polyethelene, and is not waxed. Even in the 50 denier, it is practically unbreakable. Also tough to cut with scissors, I put tension on the thread, then slice with the scissor blade.
I dont understand why anyone would use anything else, this stuff is the best.
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Yeah that's why I purchased a 5 lb'r for my Colman camping stove and lantern - you can at least refill it (only at Cetrex, mind you - not may place will refill a 5 lb'r).
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Ya, I bought a 5 lb cylinder for most of my fuel usage, but it is in the trailer. And when I scoot off for the day, and bring the ubiquitous Coleman, I end up using the green ones. The 10# one can be filled at most places - although the COOP has a minimum charge per cylinder - roughly equivalent to 20lbs of propane, so that is a bit of a tick off.
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No legal retailer should fill an expired tank (10 years plus) - That said, not every attendant will take the time to actually check the certification date, especially when a tank "looks" new. given the potential ddamage that could be done by a tank with a malfuctioning or seized/frozen pressure relief valve I wouldn't bother trying to beat the system - google BLEVE if you have doubts.
Old tanks can be inspected and recertified by an LPGAC inspector - when I used to do this, I always replaced the valves so the cost savings are generally minimal, really more practical if you have a huge quantitiy of tanks (the ski hill I worked at had about 40-50 so it was worth while) - generally folks qualified and certified to train filling attendants can also do this.
Pokerfish - keep in mind that devices like that will work (same with the adapter/hose you could buy to put propane in a vehicle from a 20lb bottle) but there is a reason why those tanks have to be stored and transported upright. turning the tank upside down can freeze the pressure relief valve. If you are doing this against good advice, then at least make sure you are not using a full tank - with those older style they are easily overfilled (maxed out) and in that state a relatively small increase in ambient temp can raise pressure enough to pop the valve - if the valve is froze obviously that could be an ugly scenario, using a half full tank will at least reduce the risk as the vapour portion does accomodate some expansion.
Thanks for the info.
I wanted to refill the small containers mainly from an environmental impact view - man there are a lot of empty 1lb cylinders in the dumps. When it wasn't easy, I essentially abandoned the idea.
However, the sight of all those green cylinders still offends me.
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I bought a propane tank with gauge a few years ago at Walmart for $30-$35 and last year it cost <$20 to fill it. True it is time consuming,but less expensive. This gadget here http://www.cabelas.com/catalog/search_cata...em1=1k%20516913 is awesome. You can fill a 1lb propane cylinder for a buck from your big tank.
I bought one of those gadgets, but could never get it to work. Something to do with the new valves on the newer big tanks. To fill the little bottle, the unit needs to be inverted - the big tank on top, upside down. doing so has the effect of closing the valve mechanism of the big tank. The old tanks without the auto safety overfill device still work tho.
If anyone has an easy work around for the new tanks, let me know.
Thanks.
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Thanks Fishtales, and Tom for putting this on. Good seminar, picked up some very helpful tips and techniques.
Well done folks.
Tom
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Thanks Greg for organizing this. As always a lot of fun, great people, good weather.
Regret not getting there earlier, but still was good. If earlier, would have liked to throw with some of those cannons on shore.
Good to meet and put names and faces to some of the folks on this board.
Tom
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The EASY way to catch fish
http://www.youtube.com/watch_popup?v=x3Bf0WhvsNk
There are other vids showing bow fishing from the boat for these puppies.
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I bought a new Chevy Avalanche And returned to the dealer yesterday
Because I couldn't get the radio to work.
The salesman explained that the radio was voice activated.
'Nelson,' the salesman said to the radio.
The radio replied, 'Ricky or Willie?'
'Willie!' he continued and 'On The Road Again' Came from the speakers.
Then he said, 'Ray Charles!', and in an instant ' Georgia On My Mind' replaced Willie Nelson.
I drove away happy, and for the next few days, Every time I'd say, 'Beethoven,' I'd get beautiful classical music, and if I said, 'Beatles,' I'd get one of their awesome songs.
Yesterday, some guy ran a red light And nearly creamed my new truck, But I swerved in time to avoid him.
I yelled, 'Ass Hole!'
Immediately the radio responded with, "Ladies and gentlemen, Michael Ignatieff Leader of the Federal Liberal Party"
Damn, I love this truck...
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tip # 122
Never argue with the voices in your head
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Can't there, no space, all storage full
Nationally as well
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great service, knowledgeable staff - 1) Fish Tales 2) SouthBow
good service, some knowledgeable staff, some not so much - Fishin Hole and Wholesale Sports (flyshop anyways)
Tents - MEC
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Ooops, didnt read the thread title - the WW 1134 is probably not a steelhead rod. My bad
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Dont forget the Amundson WW 1134 - some consider it a switch, altough I think it is more of a full spey. and its price point at Wholesale is about $250.
And I really like it, throwing a AF 300 gr compact scandi.
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Didnt get any responses to this query in another thread, so thought I would try it as a stand alone.
anybody using the Allen reels allenflyfishing.com? Heard some good things on the speypages about them, and I was thinking of trying out the 5/6 on the amundson 1134 wind warrior spey
Thanks
Tom
www.AllenFlyFishing.com
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nice job, that looks terrific
well done!