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What is it off of and will it work with a 5.3L?

I shipped a '57 Chevy via semi-truck enclosed trailer for $1100 about four years ago. At the time, an open trailer for the same car was about $600. I recommend the enclosed trailer if you can swing it. Make sure everything in the vehicle is properly tied down before shippment. The battery on mine came out of the tray and bounced around in the engine compartment in transit. No major damage but what a mess.

That was the point I was going to make. Always look and act as if you have a video camera pointed at you the entire time you're on shift. You probably do (security cameras, cell phones, tourists). I have a couple of friends who used to work doors on Bourbon Street, and several times video was a factor when things got legal. If you're cool and professional, the drunk POS you're handling will look like an even bigger a$$ on tape.

I heard this story on the radio driving in to work this morning and I KNEW it would just be a matter of hours before the Ashley/Mr. P jokes started flying on this forum. It warms my heart to know you guys never let me down.

Uh, okay Repost Police, exactly where on this site did you previously view the front-end shot? Let's take it easy people, they were cool pictures and I wanted to share.

Parts! Dibs on the cladding.

Me likey! A modern take-off on a classic paint scheme. Nice. And you just can't go wrong with a '69 'Maro. Go for broke man, you're only 25. You have plenty of time to earn more money.

Looks like it's shaping up.

Yep, yep. I have a Graco seat, I don't remember the exact model, but its base is a little smaller and it fits perfectly on our x-cab back seat. Note that the LATCH system is also in place in our back seats. I'll post a pic in a bit. My kid loves saying, "Faster daddy, faster!"

I have one. Complete with brackets and in excellent shape. It's factory red. $350 plus shipping.

I'm a 328GTS man myself, but I wouldn't push any of them out of my garage.

Looks like the fast back Humvee. I'd be all over it. That thing looks like it would do some serious rock crawling.

Wow. Now that paints an interesting mental image. Mr. P, can you handle the heat?

A Cadillac with a supercharger hood bump, now that's what I'm talkin' about! Very cool climate controlers in the cabin as well.

Hmmm, Ash must like sausage.... Doesn't that plug strip look weird? Is it a European system?

How goes the search for the cladding? Have you priced these from the dealer and how ridiculous is the price?

Tomato juice in beer is what we used to call a Montana Red Beer. If you wanted to get fancy you would use Clamato juice. But just a shot, not much. It's pretty good if mixed correctly.

Clearly Ashley has been talking to Mr. P too much....

And may all your horsepower dreams be realized in the coming New Year!

The Husband Store A brand new store has just opened in New York City that sells Husbands. When women go to choose a husband, they have to follow the instructions at the entrance:- "You may visit this store ONLY ONCE! There are 6 floors and the value of the products increase as you ascend the flights. You may choose any item from a particular floor, or may choose to go up to the next floor, but you CANNOT go back down except to exit the building! So, a woman goes to the Husband Store to find a husband. On the 1st floor the sign on the door reads: Floor 1 - These men have jobs. The 2nd floor sign reads: Floor 2 - These men Have Jobs and Love Kids. The 3rd floor sign reads: Floor 3 - These men Have Jobs, Love Kids and are extremely good looking. "Wow," she thinks, but feels compelled to keep going. She goes to the 4th floor and the sign reads: Floor 4 - These men Have Jobs, Love Kids, are Drop-dead Good Looking and Help with Housework. "Oh, mercy me!"she exclaims, "I can hardly stand it!" Still, she goes to the 5th floor and sign reads: Floor 5 - These men Have Jobs, Love Kids, are Drop-dead Gorgeous, help with Housework and Have A Strong Romantic Streak. She is so tempted to stay, but she goes to the 6th floor and the sign reads: Floor 6 - You are visitor 31,456,012 to this floor. There are no men on this floor. This floor exists solely as proof that women are impossible to please. Thank you for shopping at the Husband Store To avoid gender bias charges, the store's owner opens a New Wives store just across the street. The 1st floor has wives that love sex. The 2nd floor has wives that love sex and have money. The 3rd through 6th floors have never been visited.

The pride of Kentwood, Louisiana. 'Nuff said. She's going to lose a ton of cash when she gets fired by Nickelodeon.

I have carried the same Victorinox pocket knife since I was 11 years old in the Boy Scouts. I'm now approaching 40. The main blade still takes and holds a great edge and I've never had any problems with it. As you know, they come in just about every configuration known to man. Great knife.

Something else to consider, forming a business entity. This is in addition to getting yourself licensed and bonded. Depending on the state, you would be wise to form yourself an LLC or Inc. Two main reasons: 1. a business entity allows more freedom to handle the tax consequences of your business, both loss and profit, and 2) limits your personal liability in case something goes wrong on the job. You need to check with your CPA first. Usually, an LLC is the way to go but some states, like Texas, have a franchise tax that sometimes makes Inc.s a better choice for small businesses. Also, some states have laws for professional entities like PLLC's (Professional Limited Liability Company) that are used by contractors, doctors, lawyers, etc. They usually offer particular liability limits and require a certain number of members to be profesionally licensed in the given trade. Contact the Secretary of State's office in your state and they can usually provide the necessary forms for free. Most SOS's have great websites that can answer a lot of your questions. The SBA is the way to go for low interest small business loans. Additonally, depending on the laws in your state and the country of your ancestors, you may qualify as a minority owned or disadvantaged business that opens up grants and other loan options. It can also get you qualified to work on government projects that can pay very well. Don't be afraid to talk with a CPA and a business lawyer. A little advanced planning can go a long way. As far as the business account at your local bank, remember, never EVER co-mingle your business assets with your personal assets. Your checking account is for groceries, truck parts and taking chicks out to dinner. Your business account is strictly for payroll, supplies, equipment rental etc. Don't get them mixed up. Just my .02.

Ha! Don't worry Justin, if anything goes wrong we'll still blame you. Once a Camp Director, always a Camp Director. IN! I'll see all you motor-boatin' SOBs there! Ooo, and hopefully I will get lots from Santa that will be installed by then.

All I can say about those pics is: "Ka-chow! Ka-pow!" My three-year-old can quote every line.