jeffmoss26
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Nice!! I love my 2012 Forester.
Small Two Car Operation
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dubber
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Very nice new ride. My aunt has one and really enjoys it.
We drove the Forester, Outback, and then the Tribeca. "Beca" won hands down for smooth ride, road manners, and general utility of the "children only" third row seat. I will not use the 3d row much, and it disappears into the floor, you don't even know it is there. Overall, I am very happy with it. However all the Subaru cars were very nice. I would have been happy with each.
Best Regards
Herb Spencer
Thanks dubber. Guess my Tahoe post here deflated. We were at a friends house for dinner and cars came up. I had been on my third Killian's when I mentioned I needed to trade to a Subaru. My friend got the stats on the Tahoe and went to KBB to get the private party value. "Will you take private party value for it right now?" Wife and I went into executive session for a minute and said yes. The friend wrote a check.
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Herb Spencer
Honest Bob
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Nice garage! Good luck with the Tribeca, those 6 cyl's havent been the most reliable but hopefully Subaru fixed that with the '14 model. 
Thanks for your visit!! Prior to my purchase I did heavy consultation with SKAutomotive, a prior subaru tech on this forum. He dislikes the Tribeca for it's difficulty to work on them.
However, he assures they are just as dependable and long lasting as any other subaru. I also looked nationwide at Tribecas for sale, especially with high milage on them, and I found plenty. Some well over 100K and many up to 150K. From the used sales data I got, it appeared people are keeping them a long time, which is good. The early ones had issues but the 2010-currents have good scores on problem reports.
Anyway, it should outlast me since I am 68 years old!!!! (Hopefully it will). LOL
However, he assures they are just as dependable and long lasting as any other subaru. I also looked nationwide at Tribecas for sale, especially with high milage on them, and I found plenty. Some well over 100K and many up to 150K. From the used sales data I got, it appeared people are keeping them a long time, which is good. The early ones had issues but the 2010-currents have good scores on problem reports.
Anyway, it should outlast me since I am 68 years old!!!! (Hopefully it will). LOL
Honest Bob
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Good to know! I think my buddy's is an 09 and is on his third motor however that may have been caused by a shady dealership. I can tell yours will be meticulously maintained and hopefully as reliable as my wrx has been.
Well I know I'm good for 36/36 bumper to bumper. The power train runs out to 60K. That is about as good as anyone, but Buick now gives a 48/48 on theirs and I looked at the Enclave. Trouble with the Enclave was finding a new one for $50K--a 2012 for $40K----and a 2011 for $32K. Those are some significant drops in value. Problem was none of the above had more than 27K miles on them. Shows people aren't liking them or something.
Best Regards
Herb Spencer
macattak
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Wow! Very nice work space. This is one of the first garage tours I've done and I already have several ideas that I think I can use. The window treatments are really great, as is the Coke machine. Thanks for taking the time to show your space.
Kevin54
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Interesting......That is the first time that I have ever saw any mower blades where they say "heat treated". I assume that is just some marketing hype because I believe all blades are heat treated.
Sunbimmer
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Great car Herb 
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Subaru don't sell them over here in the Netherlands. We have a lot of US soldiers (Afcent and Nato), who are stationed on the nearby bases and are living here in one of the neighbour towns in Limburg, they drive all kinds of big pickup trucks and SUV's.
You can spot a Subaru Tribeca maybe one or two times a year
They are rarer then Ferrari's over here.
I'm a big fan of those big SUV's, good choice !!
,Subaru don't sell them over here in the Netherlands. We have a lot of US soldiers (Afcent and Nato), who are stationed on the nearby bases and are living here in one of the neighbour towns in Limburg, they drive all kinds of big pickup trucks and SUV's.
You can spot a Subaru Tribeca maybe one or two times a year
They are rarer then Ferrari's over here.
I'm a big fan of those big SUV's, good choice !!
Interesting......That is the first time that I have ever saw any mower blades where they say "heat treated". I assume that is just some marketing hype because I believe all blades are heat treated.
Cub Cadet used to sell carbide edged blades. I bought a set once. Pretty costly. Not sure if they still sell them. You hit a rock or piece of iron, the edges would crack off.
Best Regards
Herb Spencer
Great car Herb
Subaru don't sell them over here in the Netherlands. We have a lot of US soldiers (Afcent and Nato), who are stationed on the nearby bases and are living here in one of the neighbour towns in Limburg, they drive all kinds of big pickup trucks and SUV's.
You can spot a Subaru Tribeca maybe one or two times a year
They are rarer then Ferrari's over here.
I'm a big fan of those big SUV's, good choice !!
Glad to hear from you!! Yes the Subaru will be a good one for us at this time of our lives. I am interested to know if you got your new purchase restored? Did you get the smoke smell out of it ok? Glad you checked in today!!
Best Regards
Herb Spencer
Sunbimmer
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Yes Herb,
the smoke smell is a lot less although not completely gone yet, if ever, but hey I'm still working on that.
I have 90 % of the interior stripped and some 50 % is cleaned and free of the nasty smell.
It is a hobby car so there is no rush.
A day has only 24 hours and there is so much to do right now especially in the back yard.
If anyone is interested I posted some new pics in My Other Projects album.
My Daihatsu and indoor TEXACO gas station projects are on hold right now unfortunately
as said before because of lots of other stuff going on.As soon as there is any progress I'll keep you posted.
I check in every day on your thread and love reading about your stuff going on
Yes Herb,
the smoke smell is a lot less although not completely gone yet, if ever, but hey I'm still working on that.
I have 90 % of the interior stripped and some 50 % is cleaned and free of the nasty smell.
It is a hobby car so there is no rush.
A day has only 24 hours and there is so much to do right now especially in the back yard.
If anyone is interested I posted some new pics in My Other Projects album.
My Daihatsu and indoor TEXACO gas station projects are on hold right now unfortunately
As soon as there is any progress I'll keep you posted.
I check in every day on your thread and love reading about your stuff going on
WOW that is a lot of concrete and pool work going on!! It looks like that area is going to be really nice. I will be looking when it is finished and the landscaping in place. From the photos, the area you live in is very nice and the buildings are well made. Once you add your Texaco station, you will really be set up. Good work in all areas. I really like the work you are doing all around your home. Will be checking when you thread comes up each time.
Best Regards
Herb Spencer
Today I looked into my fire extinguisher situation. There was a fire in the neighborhood that was thought to have started in a tractor shed. Got me to thinking I better review my fire extinguishers. Are they needing replacement? Are they in the right place? What could I do to insure I am protected. I thought a lot about it. What do I do that makes sparks or what do I do that causes a fire? Also got up top and checked my wiring.
I did find one fire extinguisher that is border line and will replace it. Also found two more places in the shop to put some in.
I got a portable one and will take it with me if I am working somewhere there is no extinguisher.
Next step is to check out those in the house.
I think they need to be near doors, spaced apart, easy to grab, and checked on at least a quarterly basis. I used to hate having to do that in the army, but in my OWN shop it will become "SOP".
I did find one fire extinguisher that is border line and will replace it. Also found two more places in the shop to put some in.
I got a portable one and will take it with me if I am working somewhere there is no extinguisher.
Next step is to check out those in the house.
I think they need to be near doors, spaced apart, easy to grab, and checked on at least a quarterly basis. I used to hate having to do that in the army, but in my OWN shop it will become "SOP".
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Mr. 360
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The fire extinguishers are a very good plan. They don't guarantee you wont have a fire, but if you're there you're prepared. The general rule of thumb for placement is, close enough to a door so if the fire gets too big you arent trapped. I buy mine from a certified refurbished dealer. Means the used unit has been inspected and refilled, so it's like new, but a 10 pounder costs as much as a new 2.5lb unit. I may be overkill, but my single car garage has a 10 lb unit either side of the roll up door, a 5lb unit by the man door, and a 2.5lb unit at the main workbench. I inspect mine monthly for pressure, corrosion, and mechanical damage (I do this at work, so it carries over to my own shop I guess).
Love the look and feel of this shop by the way, looks like a great space to work!
More on fire protection stupidity on my part (CORRECTED TODAY)
Wrong: Using the trash can for oily rags. Corrected.
Wrong: Wasting expensive safety cans to store clean rags. Corrected.
Wrong: Unauthorized labels on safety cans. (Corrected.)
This is a "gotcha" on me. "I have replied by endorsement (RBE) outlining corrective action that should preclude re-occurance of this violation". Original to IG, copy to Commanding Officer, copy to Safety Officer, copy to file.
Damn it is fun to inspect yourself!!!!
Just another day in my life.
Best Regards
Herb Spencer
Wrong: Using the trash can for oily rags. Corrected.
Wrong: Wasting expensive safety cans to store clean rags. Corrected.
Wrong: Unauthorized labels on safety cans. (Corrected.)
This is a "gotcha" on me. "I have replied by endorsement (RBE) outlining corrective action that should preclude re-occurance of this violation". Original to IG, copy to Commanding Officer, copy to Safety Officer, copy to file.
Damn it is fun to inspect yourself!!!!
Just another day in my life.
Best Regards
Herb Spencer
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Bob Heine
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I mounted my extinguishers pretty low on the wall. Not sure if it's right or wrong but I thought most indoor fires fill the room with smoke starting at the ceiling and moving down. I recall being told to stay close to the floor to get out of the house in case of fire so that's where my extinguishers are located.
When I had my apartment complex I had a contract with a fire extinguisher company. We had the 2.5 pound ones and in the apartments, by the sink, we had the ABC smaller ones. If I still have that guy's business card I might see if he will cut me a deal for my shop and home. If not too expensive, I would like him to come and get them and refill them on some kind of time basis. Otherwise I am fooling around with the cheapy smaller ones.
Thanks, you gave me a good idea on that!!
Best Regards
Herb Spencer
I think your pretty right about staying low in case of fire. I can remember the term "Stop, Drop, and Roll", but that is probably about if your on fire yourself.
Another thing to remember is to never block egress. When we had the apartment complexes, tenants would always be trying to put something in front of and blocking a window. Things like a chest or TV or tall stands of various sorts. We had to stay on top of it and keep all the windows clear for emergency exits. Also in the apartments we had the smoke alarms which is another critical item. I have two alarms in my shop. The tenants would sometimes tear up the alarms or try taking the batteries out if they chirped or went off. You had to be on top of that, or an inspection would have a field day over it.
Thanks for your comments, I appreciate them!!
Best Regards
Herb Spencer
nationalminer84
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Nice Shop!
YoungMedic
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Nice work on the extinguishers. I think for personal use annual inspection should be sufficient, and keeping them by the exit ensures you have an exit to your back while you battle the beast 
Nice work on the extinguishers. I think for personal use annual inspection should be sufficient, and keeping them by the exit ensures you have an exit to your back while you battle the beast
Thanks for the comments. I like the idea of doing it every six months with the daylight savings time change, and also changing the smoke detector batteries in the shop and house also.
Best Regards
Herb Spencer
Rainy day so I decided to spend the afternoon doing a little "in the garage target practice".
I have a couple of M1911A1 styled pistols which I like to use. Both the Caspian air soft and the Umarex .177 cal have the weight and feel of an actual M1911A1. This is a nice thing on times when I cannot go to the range. In my garage, I am able to set things up where I have an almost 30 foot firing range. I sit in the back shop, and open the double doors and fire towards the garage door. I especially like the AirSoft pistols. These hit pretty hard on a full gas cylinder.
I got into AirSoft shooting while I was helping teach a youth firing range program which was being put on by my American Legion Post. We teach range firing on .22 cal rifle, AirSoft, and .177 cal. We usually have about 15-20 kids in the classes. I really enjoy working with the kids!
I have a couple of M1911A1 styled pistols which I like to use. Both the Caspian air soft and the Umarex .177 cal have the weight and feel of an actual M1911A1. This is a nice thing on times when I cannot go to the range. In my garage, I am able to set things up where I have an almost 30 foot firing range. I sit in the back shop, and open the double doors and fire towards the garage door. I especially like the AirSoft pistols. These hit pretty hard on a full gas cylinder.
I got into AirSoft shooting while I was helping teach a youth firing range program which was being put on by my American Legion Post. We teach range firing on .22 cal rifle, AirSoft, and .177 cal. We usually have about 15-20 kids in the classes. I really enjoy working with the kids!
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This photo shows the AirSoft BB's and Gas Cylinders with the Caspian styled 1911. The other two photos show my little Walther PPK (shaken, not stirred) James Bond style pistol. The little Walther is pretty hard hitting as well.
I also go behind my shop on a nice day and can set up a 50 foot range with cans, target papers, etc. This does not take the place of regular .45 cal range practice but it keeps you in the loop a little and it is tons of fun when you just want to shoot a little. I am now teaching my grandson to shoot when he comes over to visit us. His favorite is the little PPK.
I also go behind my shop on a nice day and can set up a 50 foot range with cans, target papers, etc. This does not take the place of regular .45 cal range practice but it keeps you in the loop a little and it is tons of fun when you just want to shoot a little. I am now teaching my grandson to shoot when he comes over to visit us. His favorite is the little PPK.
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rmckee
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Herb,
Great shop. Just spent my rainy Saturday morning reading your thread from start to finish. Jealous of the Coca-Cola machine, that's for sure. In regards to your last post, have you considered just making one yourself? You can buy dome-top trash cans for $100 online (probably cheaper at your local Depot/Lowes/WalMart/Grainger) and then a couple cans of spray paint and a gas station logo sticker of your choosing from eBay or another vendor, and you'd have one just like what you posted for well under what they were asking.
Here's a link to the ones I found with a Google search
And a Texaco sticker: http://www.ebay.com/itm/TEXACO-FILL...177?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item2eb998cba1
Best,
Ryan
Great shop. Just spent my rainy Saturday morning reading your thread from start to finish. Jealous of the Coca-Cola machine, that's for sure. In regards to your last post, have you considered just making one yourself? You can buy dome-top trash cans for $100 online (probably cheaper at your local Depot/Lowes/WalMart/Grainger) and then a couple cans of spray paint and a gas station logo sticker of your choosing from eBay or another vendor, and you'd have one just like what you posted for well under what they were asking.
Here's a link to the ones I found with a Google search
And a Texaco sticker: http://www.ebay.com/itm/TEXACO-FILL...177?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item2eb998cba1
Best,
Ryan
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Herb,
Great shop. Just spent my rainy Saturday morning reading your thread from start to finish. Jealous of the Coca-Cola machine, that's for sure. In regards to your last post, have you considered just making one yourself? You can buy dome-top trash cans for $100 online (probably cheaper at your local Depot/Lowes/WalMart/Grainger) and then a couple cans of spray paint and a gas station logo sticker of your choosing from eBay or another vendor, and you'd have one just like what you posted for well under what they were asking.
Here's a link to the ones I found with a Google search
And a Texaco sticker: http://www.ebay.com/itm/TEXACO-FILL...177?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item2eb998cba1
Best,
Ryan
Ryan, thanks a lot for this link and it is definitely something I am going to look into. I would really like to have one of those bullet trashcans!! Also I am impressed that you took the time to read through my thread. I was glad you found things interesting and invite you to come back anytime. I have not posted much lately as wife is having both eyes done for cataracts this month. I told her the other day we have been to more doctors in 2013 than our entire married life of 48 years. She also had shoulder surgery done the first part of the year. Dental is next for both of us.
Thanks again for the link, and thanks for visiting!!
Best Regards
Herb Spencer
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captain14
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NFPA codes have mounting/locations required for fire extinguishers. I am not at work today but you might be able to research on line. NFPA life safety code 101 would be a starting place. Extinguishers should be used after the fire department is notified of an emergency.
70Camaro
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Herb, great place you have here!! I need
to stop by sometime--lol
Clay B.
to stop by sometime--lol
Clay B.
Not too many get excited over a two foot step ladder, but I did. I had a wooden one, and my daughter talked me out of it. She wanted to paint it Turquoise for one of her antique displays. Great, opens the door for me to buy a nice fiberglass one! I use this a lot. Using my $100.00 Montana car wash brush and standing on the ladder, I can do a good job on top of my vehicles. I also found a great place to store the ladder. This one is well rated and has a nice big top on it. Yes, i am excited over the ladder. $55.00 from Amazon.
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Got some more work done on the back shop area. I redesigned the workbench and got a lot of clutter gone and the drill press bench straightened and cleaned up. I am working towards getting the office set up like I want it. I am down to building a few shelves and such---and adding some desk lighting. It is working out well. Best part is most of junk and clutter I had in there is GONE! ****!!
Also, the new Subaru is really fitting well into the open bay in the garage. There is plenty of room to get in and out and all around it.
Also, the new Subaru is really fitting well into the open bay in the garage. There is plenty of room to get in and out and all around it.
