Re: [MBZ] Here's a good solution to excess disposable income

This one looks even better - I'll have to try to tie it tomorrow . . . https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tumble_hitch On Sun, May 20, 2018 at 7:12 PM, G Mann via Mercedes wrote: > I stand corrected and admit my error. Thank you. > > It's a pleasure to be in the company of

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I stand corrected and admit my error. Thank you. It's a pleasure to be in the company of such fine gentlemen. Now what clever plot can I come up with to induce Andrew to ship each of you a jug of his famous pepper jelly? On Sun, May 20, 2018 at 4:26 PM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes <

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> On May 20, 2018 at 7:04 PM Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes > wrote: > > > Hey! That would be MY pepper jelly, unless the prize goes to the SECOND > person to guess correctly! > > Greg I don't recall reading it, but according to my mailbox, Greg speaketh the truth.

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Subject: Re: [MBZ] Here's a good solution to excess disposable income Mitch, That knot pretty well covers how it's done. The rope pulls free of the tail wheel without any obstructions such as loops or other knots. You just have to think which end of the rope goes to the cockpit and Bobs your Uncle

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Mitch, That knot pretty well covers how it's done. The rope pulls free of the tail wheel without any obstructions such as loops or other knots. You just have to think which end of the rope goes to the cockpit and Bobs your Uncle. I guess you have to see Andrew for a jar of pepper jelly.. you win

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> On May 20, 2018 at 4:42 PM G Mann via Mercedes wrote: > > > Pretty close. Execute that system using only rope, without any eyes on the > end, or steel rings and you have the principle nailed down. Something like a Highwayman's Hitch?

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Pretty close. Execute that system using only rope, without any eyes on the end, or steel rings and you have the principle nailed down. Good job finding the video, thanks. I notice it's grouped with a couple other videos of folks with "remote tail wheel tie down release". It's an old problem. How

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This is not the knot you are referring to, but it looks like it works: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ibkAkm_gid8 On Sat, May 19, 2018 at 11:18 PM, G Mann via Mercedes wrote: > I thought the challenge was still open > > Clue: When you pull the rope, the knot

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That sounds like the same function as (IIRC) a Highwayman's Knot. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of G Mann via Mercedes Sent: Saturday, May 19, 2018 9:18 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: G Mann Subject: Re: [MBZ] Here's a good

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I thought the challenge was still open Clue: When you pull the rope, the knot releases completely and your rope slips out of the tail wheel cleanly... as long as the aircraft pulls on the knot... it only gets tighter, can't slip. I'm not sure I can do a verbal picture with any success. On

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On Wed, 16 May 2018 12:55:10 -0700 G Mann via Mercedes wrote: > OK, tech test time. > Who here knows the special knot you use to tie the tail wheel, that > runs to the rope you run to the cockpit, that will let you hand prop an > airplane, safely, then climb in, strap in,

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Yep. Archer Road and 39th were two lane country roads. The landing strip at Stengel Field extended from near the intersection on back into woods, and the hanger was near Archer Road, further to the west, and bordered by a trailer park. Having moved to Gainesville when it was a small cracker

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That would probably have been on Archer road where Butler Plaza shopping center is now. The whole area is all built up with 6 lanes of traffic. Looks ugly. archer75--- via Mercedes wrote: There was once a flying club near the University of Florida at a small field. The members would crack the

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I did my solo flight in a 40 hp cub, at age 9... to short to reach the wing tip, just big enough to hand prop the 40 hp. Rule was, always tie the tail. safety first. Throttle friction set was not always reliable, and solo hand prop safety required the tail be tied... The rope trick worked

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There was once a flying club near the University of Florida at a small field. The members would crack the throttle on an old 40 hp J-3 Cub, prop it, and then run around and get in before it started moving. One day a ministerial student cracked the throttle from wide open instead of idle, the

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I used to, but would have to look it up now - too many years ago. On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 2:55 PM, G Mann via Mercedes wrote: > OK, tech test time. > Who here knows the special knot you use to tie the tail wheel, that runs to > the rope you run to the cockpit, that will

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I'd use the magic disappearing knot that Dad used to entertain the neighborhood kids. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '87 300TD '95 E300 On May 16, 2018 3:55:10 PM EDT, G Mann via Mercedes wrote: >OK, tech test time. >Who here knows the special knot you use to tie the tail

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On Wed, 16 May 2018 12:55:10 -0700 G Mann via Mercedes wrote: > OK, tech test time. > Who here knows the special knot you use to tie the tail wheel, that > runs to the rope you run to the cockpit, that will let you hand prop an > airplane, safely, then climb in, strap in,

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Wish I had the time! Sent from my iPhone > On May 16, 2018, at 2:47 PM, Andrew Strasfogel wrote: > > Yes, alas. I may have to take care of this. > > Are you still making house calls? > >> On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 2:25 PM, Dimitri wrote: >> So is

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OK, tech test time. Who here knows the special knot you use to tie the tail wheel, that runs to the rope you run to the cockpit, that will let you hand prop an airplane, safely, then climb in, strap in, pull the tail wheel rope release, take in the rope, and let you taxi away to fly? On Wed, May

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HA, you're not even remotely a cheapskate. I'm a cheapskate, I've been driving my $1500, '98 Jetta for 4 years now on basically no money, its been the most economical vehicle I've ever had even surpassing my $400 240D which needed way more in repairs. I've put ~90,000 miles on it so far

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"Hand propped to start" Contact! -Curt On Wednesday, May 16, 2018, 12:33:16 PM EDT, OK Don via Mercedes wrote: Even more fun - - https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1946-aeronca-7ac-champ/ On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 9:40 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes <

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Yes, alas. I may have to take care of this. Are you still making house calls? On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 2:25 PM, Dimitri wrote: > So is your white 300TD getting any more rusty from all that winter use? > > Sent from my iPhone > > On May 16, 2018, at 2:18 PM, Andrew

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So is your white 300TD getting any more rusty from all that winter use? Sent from my iPhone > On May 16, 2018, at 2:18 PM, Andrew Strasfogel wrote: > > Yes I do, but look at what I drive: I am the ultimate pragmatist/cheapskate. > >> On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 2:08 PM,

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Yes I do, but look at what I drive: I am the ultimate pragmatist/cheapskate. On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 2:08 PM, Dimitri wrote: > What are you waiting for? You are always bringing the Rolls Royces to our > attention here. I think you really want one! > > Sent from my iPhone

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What are you waiting for? You are always bringing the Rolls Royces to our attention here. I think you really want one! Sent from my iPhone > On May 16, 2018, at 10:40 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > 62 Rolls temptress on BAT. > >

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Forget it - not your color. On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 12:33 PM, OK Don via Mercedes wrote: > Even more fun - - > > https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1946-aeronca-7ac-champ/ > > > On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 9:40 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes < > mercedes@okiebenz.com>

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Even more fun - - https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1946-aeronca-7ac-champ/ On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 9:40 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > 62 Rolls temptress on BAT. > > https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1962-rolls-royce- >

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Moi? Sounds like a great gig for my eventual retirement. On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 11:15 AM, Curt Raymond wrote: > You should totally get that, hire yourself a driver and go around in the > ultimate style... > > -Curt > > > On Wednesday, May 16, 2018, 10:40:14 AM EDT,

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You should totally get that, hire yourself a driver and go around in the ultimate style... -Curt On Wednesday, May 16, 2018, 10:40:14 AM EDT, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: 62 Rolls temptress on BAT.

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"He believes the paint and interior have been changed but can not verify what the original color combination was." The Roller club has access to all the factory info, easy enough to get those details.  Wonder why he didn't?  There are a few folks who bring their old Rollers and Bentleys to