Saturday, January 30, 2016

Classic Enterprise Dissected by Air and Space Museum

The Classic Enterprise in all its glory, taken apart for analysis and testing.  This effort in place to ensure this piece of history is preserved forever.  A very nice high res version accompanies the article!

http://airandspace.si.edu/explore-and-learn/multimedia/detail.cfm?id=11866


Classic Starship Enterprise

Wednesday, November 11, 2015

George Barris, Creator Of The Batmobile, Passes Away At 89

George Barris passed away recently and was 89 years old.  Though I always knew he created the Batmobile, one of my favorite cars. I did not know that he did so many other Hollywood icon vehicles too.

Some of his most famous cars include the original Batmobile, KITT from "Knight Rider" and the Munster Koach from "The Munsters" and the General Lee from the "Dukes of Hazzard."

What a brilliant guy!  He came up with endearing one of a kind creations, many of which are still recognized today.

http://www.carbuzz.com/news/2015/10/6/George-Barris-Creator-Of-The-Batmobile-Passes-Away-At-89-7730259/


George and Batmobile





Wednesday, September 09, 2015

Tuesday, August 11, 2015

The Debate Over Who Won the GOP Debate | ZoNation

Alfonso Rachel from ZoNation speaks out about who won the GOP debates.  His answers will surprise you!  Some brilliant insights. - Will

https://youtu.be/J01YU4QRd34





Published on Aug 11, 2015
Zo looks at the Fox News GOP debate performances of Donald Trump, Dr. Ben Carson and Gov. John Kasich and Gov. Mike Huckabee. He is critical of most, but find out which candidate he tips his hat to.

Tuesday, August 04, 2015

Tuesday, July 28, 2015

AutoBlog: Certain Chrysler owners eligible for buyback program

FCA will buy back your vehicle!

"the buy-back and trade-in options are only for a small portion of the vehicles involved. Because Chrysler struggled to fix the problem and no repair was apparent, Rosekind said the buy-backs are reserved "for customers who didn't have a remedy." Buy-backs are for trucks and SUVs affected by three recalls that occurred in 2013 (recalls 13V-03813V-527 and 13V-529), that addressed a rear-axle pinion nut that could come loose and cause a loss of vehicle control. Those recalls covered 579,228 vehicles, including 2009-2012 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500 and 5500 trucks, 2009-2012 Dodge Dakotas, 2009 Chrysler Aspen and the 2009 Dodge Durango."

http://www.autoblog.com/2015/07/27/fiat-chrysler-buyback-recall-nhtsa-jeep/?icid=autoblog%7Ctrend%7Cchrysler-buyback-program

Monday, July 27, 2015

Chrysler UConnect Update Page

Place your VIN number into this webpage, and it will allow you to get the latest UCONNECT Updates from Fiat/Chrysler.  You could take your vehicle to the dealer, or do it yourself!

http://www.driveuconnect.com/software-update/



Saturday, July 04, 2015

Happy 4th USA - John Wayne 1970 Variety Show Celebrating America's History

Happy Birthday America, notice the many colors and diverse backgrounds of the Hollywood stars back in 1970 all coming together with one message. An important one! Today's Hollywood could learn something here.






Friday, May 08, 2015

A Self Driving Truck?

So I ask, didn't these people ever see the 1986 movie Maximum Overdrive?  You do not give vehicles the ability to drive themselves.  They have no conscience, and could be controlled by a central source.  Dangerous future!

http://www.cnet.com/news/freightliner-autonomous-inspiration-truck/



Saturday, January 24, 2015

Friday, January 23, 2015

Carl's Jr - Superbowl Commercial

Carl's Jr has released their Superbowl commercial early to controversy.  The commercial has model Charlotte McKinney introduce us, in her special way, to the All Natural Carl's Jr Burger.  Some say this is sexist, and others say it is a step backwards.  But frankly how can they tell the sex of the burger? I also didn't see her walk backwards once.  I know, I watched it several times.  Seriously, why are people so hung up on a pretty lady, walking in, and getting attention.  This is exactly why this commercial is fantastic!  It does the job, and Charlotte deserves the attention.  Way to go for her, and for Carl's Jr to have the guts to keep the message simple, artistic, mysterious, sexy and still funny.  Reminds me of clips in Austin Powers movies.  I don't see anything wrong with it, and she is doing nothing crude or inappropriate. No reason to run from our natural tendencies to admire beautiful people, and eat burgers. A natural couple.


Monday, January 12, 2015

9 Volt Battery Danger - Fire Warning

This is a special on the dangers of the 9 volt battery.  Please watch and follow the stated precautions. From Inside Edition.


http://youtu.be/CnVDayI-gwI



Saturday, January 10, 2015

Batman Sideshow Statue Repaint - You Tube - Rafael Robledo Jr

I am always incredulous at the amount of raw talent that some individuals have.  This artist takes a Batman statue, removes the clothing, and does a full repaint.  The work is superb.  It is exactly what I aspire to do.  Always wonderful watching a master craftsman at work, and to see his techniques and methods for painting and designing various changes on statues.  This video is just one of many, and I urge you to watch when you can, just how the process takes shape.  Rafael Robledo Jr is the artist, my hats off to you sir!

http://youtu.be/7TBSixybnoA

Tuesday, December 23, 2014

Purchase Great Jewelry at LC Channel

There is a very thrifty and valuable channel on TV, known as the LC Channel.  This channel sells Jewelry at rock bottom prices.  Only jewelry!  The channel has some great personalities, and as to be expected, runs LIVE 24 hours.  It can also be seen on the Internet.

http://www.liquidationchannel.com/tvauction.html



Wednesday, December 17, 2014

New Classic Batman Slot Machine - Adam West 60s

Dover Downs, in Dover Delaware has a new game, Batman Classic TV Series.  This is an enjoyable game.  It has great sounds, the classic theme (redone for the game) and some nice clean animations depicting the opening series intro and the Classic Batmobile on screen doing high powered features.  For those who enjoy the classic show, this game is a must see.  This game shows that even an older show from the 60s can be new again.  The designer takes us on a modern play with what seems a new and fresh show, reborn.  Check out the website, and the You Tube Video showing the features.


Update: MD Live, located in Maryland also has this Slot Machine.

Tuesday, November 18, 2014

Wow, Futuristic Amazon Echo

I can recall watching SciFi movies, and reading SciFi novels that would have futuristic automation, in anything from the main ship, to small devices that were carried by people.  Think Star Trek, and the ships computer.  This little device has taken Apple's Siri to a whole new level.  I do have reservations about a mic always on in my home, can this be hacked?  Probably.  But the concept is amazing and something I want to own!




Thursday, November 06, 2014

Kingston DataTraveler HyperX Predator


How about a 1 Terabyte Thumb Drive?  Well the Kingston DataTraveler HyperX Predator gives you a 1TB portable flash drive that has read speeds of 240MB/s and write speeds of 160MB/s.

Right now something like this costs well over $1000, but for a super compact backup device, that can be carried or kept on one's person.  Priceless.

http://www.kingston.com/us/company/press/article/6487


Saturday, July 26, 2014

Tallest Flagpole in North America


Standing 400 feet tall, the new Acuity Insurance Flagpole is the tallest flagpole in North America (#tallestUSflag).  Located on the Acuity Insurance headquarters campus in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, along Interstate 43 between Milwaukee and Green Bay, the pole supports a 60-foot-wide by 120-foot-long American flag.  Located at the base of the flagpole is a brick paver patio featuring the names of Sheboygan County residents killed in active duty.


Flagpole Facts:
  • 400-foot flagpole weighs approximately 420,000 pounds
  • There are two versions of the 60- by 120-foot flag:- 220 pound flag is flown during normal conditions- 350 pound flag is flown during harsher weather
  • Each star is 3 feet high and each stripe is 4 1/2 feet wide
  • 680 cubic yards of concrete used in foundation
  • Over 500 gallons of paint cover the pole
  • 11-foot diameter at base tapers to 5 1/2-foot diameter at top
  • Three pendulum-style tuned mass dampers reduce movement and vibration
  • Designed to withstand a low temperature of -42°F