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|Barry at SPI actually sells Urethane accelerator, you can use it with any 2K primer
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I haven't worked as a production shop for years. And I haven't changed my materials for quite a while. But, materials aside, I have some procedure suggestions.
One of the first rules is, the more thoroughly you do one step, the less time the next step will take. Within reason. Theoretically, if you can metal finish a dent repair, you can skip all the filling and surfacer steps, and go straight to paint. That's the general idea anyway.
When it comes to the last steps before 2k primer, I suggest being especially thorough. Polyester body filler hardens quicker than urethane. So, an extra skim coat and a careful shaping can cut way down on the amount of 2k urethane primer/surfacer needed, and the time it needs to cure.
I'm pretty much in the same boat as you with smaller jobs having to be prepped and painted the same day but I always try and give the primer at least an hour preferably 2 AFTER using infra red.The cooling is as important as the heating.
To my mind 10 minutes and that primer was still soft !
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|SWEET cheers for the help.damn that porsche is like a girl i once knew nice on the outside ****************************.I call that a kinder surprise my friend.You dont know what youre getting into until you crack the egg.Ill let you know how the e-type goes as soon as i see the customer.
Yeah I though you were an aussi or a britt....
The first thing I'd do is call or email SPI to see if you can have it sent.....If not ,Glasurit would be my second choice but grab ahold of something tight when you get a price....
Its hard to tell how long a resto will take just to get to paint but first I would chem strip it to see how much damage is being covered up by paint and you never know what your going to find...Usually what I do is get a set price for stripping to metal and getting it into 2 good coats of epoxy...Once its stripped to the metal I'll check it out real good then call the customer back and show him what we found explain how we'll fix it and how much it will cost...
I'd allow a week for a good stripping job that includes all the jambs and epoxy but not the back side of doors,hood or deck,all that will be two weeks.
I have an old porche in the shop and I noticed a couple cracks in the paint so I explained that before I gave him a price I'd have to find out why those cracks were there and discovered over an 1 1/2 " of bondo in the entire 1/4 panel, some one did very poor repair by splicing a rear section but the new section was cut about an inch short then a filler piece was added so there was two seams running down. so it need a 1/4 for a proper repair once the customer saw this he understood completely how much work was involved and why I couldn't give a solid price first ,It would be like giving a price over the phone without even looking at the car...
When the car comes in send some pics it sounds like a nice project..
Heres some of what you run into sooner or later...
In that area it may be glasarit or sikkens..The upol is good stuff and I have used it here..main thing is to take your time and roll the car out in the sun for curing..
|hugh hmch
|Deadbody man you have words of wisdom my friend i checked out that spi it looks good gear only probs i do have is im in uk.I have a jaguar e type coming next month its a nice toy full resto job well its ready for paint its going to 95k worth when its finish so it must be done tip top.How long do you recon it will take to do the job ?What process / material would you use?
Gaday Hugh,never heard of that primer but evercoat is what I use I like the Zgrip along with their EZ sand finishing putty ,it works well for me...Like the others said you most likely didnt wait long enough for the primer to cure but if time is an issue for doing repair work then epoxy wont wont help much or prevent other primers on top from shrinking.I dont use epoxy at all on repair work,just grind ,fill and prime but when I grind I try not to sand off the epoxy thats already there,,,,I can suggest two 2k primers that'll work well for you..
For your production work there's a 3hr primer that everyone is raving about around here ,you can actually sand it after 3 hrs and paint that day with no force drying...,no etch coat ,just spray it over your filler and walk away.
For doing nice straight work when you need some filling qualities they make some very good quality primer that sands well. I use a lot of epoxy too on total strip jobs and this is the absolute best epoxy primer I ever used,hands down....not only does it seal up bare metal and stick like crazy ,you can build it and sand it easily but it takes time to cure and using filler over the epoxy will never be a problem ,matter of fact they work very well together,The best thing about these primers is they all come from the same company and the company has a hot line you can call for any questions or problems you may have...Its the first time I've ever been able to contact a company and you'll always get someone,it really is a hot line....All their products are top shelf but reasonably priced....The company is called SPI ,But dont just take my word for it .Go to the top of this page and click on the search button and type in SPI then read what the people that listened and tried it have to say..They also make some of the best clears I've used...check them out ,you wont be sorry...
All my primers get 2 days dry time.
I sand it after 24 hrs then wash and
let dry till the next day to paint.
For my own car I wait as long as a week for 2K
|hugh hmch
|Cheers guys epoxy is a thing i don't use but i am definitely going to start.so we are good to put body filler over the epoxy then?i have heard horror stories about the body filler not curing due to the primer underneath?Also guys im changing my body filler im gonna try EVERCOAT it seems to have good reviews?At the minute i use UPOL easy sand 1 and then use UPOL dolphin glaze to finish it off.Cheers for the reply lads much appreciated
|Any primer will shrink over as solvents evaporate, some shrink more than others. Best thing is to let it sit overnight or as long as possible. Use good quality epoxy primer under and over 2K primer surfacer.
|Thats what you call production shop rush-rush. It will come back and bite you in the backside more times than not. This is just one that you know about now ask yourself. How many more like this do I have out there. Etch prime is 80's tec. better than just primer but not as good as a coat of epoxy first. I always let my primer dry overnight. I just add that into my time line to the job. If they can't wait that long for their car then they can take it some where else.That's why I no longer work in production shops. I retired a year ago and I love it. Now I work out of my shop out back and make my own rules. If it isn't done today maybe it will be tomorrow. I never use a heat light on anything. hated when I had to use one in a shop and used as little as possible. Only good heat light is pull out in direct sun light.They'll cause you more headaches then they help.
|hugh hmch
primer sank worse than the TITANIC!!!
Hi folks
just seen one of my old jobs today i done it about 3months back it looked absolute perfect when i finished with it.I couldn't believe it it all the sanding marks have shown up looks awful im not happy
1)repair area (finish 180 grit)
2)clean area
3)apply etch
4)15 min flash
5)spray lechler fill prime (1)
6)5-7 min flash
7)spray lechler fill prime (2)
8)5-7 min flash
9)spray lechler fill prime (3)
10) flash 20 mins
11)infra red 30 min cycle
12)10 min cool down
13)guide coat - wet flat 500 grit
15)ready for colour.
I know its better to leave filler primer for a while but i cant say to a customer 4 days to do a small repair any body had this prob??any help much appreciated
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How did you try to release the slide?
If the empty magazine was in the gun, pulling back on its slide only makes the slide-lock dig in deeper. The follower of the empty magazine actuates the slide lock.
The only way to release the slide of a 1911, when it has an empty magazine in it, is to press the slide-lock lever down against the upward force of the magazine spring.
The only correct way to release the slide of a 1911 is to first remove the empty magazine.
Having first done that, then you can either press the slide-lock lever down, or you can "slingshot" the slide.
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Hi all. Just wanted some feedback on my 2nd attempt at scratch building a flak vest. Don't hold back ;)
They grey one is the old one (and yes i have also upgraded the dodgy looking jump suit for a screen accurate one:lol )
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Hi all. Just wanted some feedback on my 2nd attempt at scratch building a flak vest. Don't hold back ;)
They grey one is the old one (and yes i have also upgraded the dodgy looking jump suit for a screen accurate one:lol )
Thats some good stuff mate. More pics more pics!
Great Job Ronin! I get a PM about every two weeks because someone wants your designs, I always give them out, but I always credit you!!
thanks mate, thats really kind of you. the plans were really simple to do and i think every single person on this forum could have done the same, thanks for comments though:)Quote:
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btw i ended up using the sleeve templates from this thread http://www.thedentedhelmet.com/showt...ight=flak+vest (just found my own design suited me for the vest itself). one last thing, my original design for the vest possibly needs an extra inch of material on the bottom.
Ronin677, your latest flak vest looks great! :thumbsup
Awesome job! Looks like it has a zipper too. So when is the run?;)
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you are right it does have a zipper.
btw i'd like to thank the very kind person on this forum for selling me the material. they know who they are, so thanks :cheers
here she is all done (just the collar studs to put on, and weathering on the shoulders)
the right hand plates looks slightly on the wonk but is ok once the vest is on.
and my weathered shoulders :)
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looking good!
You may want to mask off the skull decal and mist some black onto it.
stand back about 3 feet and apply light mist clouds to it.
check each time till you get the desired look.
then - wait about 20 mins - then using a sharp needle or similar tool, make the "white" scratches on it - just scrape off the paint.
the rest of the bells are not misted - hence the masking off.
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Excellent job! looks very nice and you should be proud of your accomplishment-JAson
Did you have alot left over?
Hi Jason - thanks for the compliments mate. However i think i still have a way to go to achieve the same quality gear as you :)
I had about 3/4 of a meter of material left over so had plenty:) btw i didn't mention you in name in the previous entry as i wasn't sure of protocol about naming ppl without their permission, but to set the matter right everyone Skygunbro is one seriously cool individual :thumbsup :thumbsup :thumbsup
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Thanks to your help in the previous Stress Test, we have identified and fixed a ton of issues. However, we need to run another test to make sure that everything is working properly, and also see if there are any leftover bugs that still need to be fixed.
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The Important Stuff:
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Interesting thing about this one is I don't have the keys. Where do i put the 12 volts to on the box and or the coil to get it to spark? I only need it to run for 30 minutes to stop the car from being towed....I have all new lock cylinders and keys but I can't "work" on it in the parking lot.Hooking up a couple of wires would be ok according to security.Or a wiring diagram for a 6AL system.
hire your tow truck to move it..get a locksmith to pick the ignition lock... you will need proof of ownership.. and a valid ID..i don't feel comfortable posting how to start a car on the forums..
I am not asking how to start it. I am asking for the wire to get the msd to go hot. I know how to start a classic ford without the key.$100 to get the car towed off base so i can change the lock cylinders is ridiculous.
It is the small red wire in the msd harness. I am in Guam so I will check this out tomorrow.
the small red wire is the TURN ON signal for the MSD...
If the ignition module is bad it won't run no matter what you do.Bob
It ran fine before the keys got lost. So once i get power to what needs power it will run.
Need to power thin red,it should be connected to ignition switch now,take it from there,jumper to battery positive,can use a alligator clip if you want.I'm assuming you have a 6-series box and MSD distributor and nothing else was unplugged since keys were lost.
Yes,that is what was needed. Turns out a screwdriver, not a ford key was all i needed to turn it over with some fresh gas and a charged battery.Guam locksmiths are useless. they all said go to the dealer..... for a 45 year old car!Took out a paperclip and the screwdriver and did it myself. Bought a wafer pick and picked the trunk lock (what a pain in the arse that was)All new locks for $45 and about 5 hours of sweating my arse off in the guam sun.


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I'm sure actors will love this; one could also target to video at other groups like… musicians.
Watch and laugh on this glorious hump day:
I'm sure actors will love this; one could also target to video at other groups like… musicians.
Watch and laugh on this glorious hump day:
I really wish that a Black Actor and/or Actress would stand up and say this to Rappers and Singers., BowWow, 50cent, David Banner, Common, TI, Luda, Chris Brown, Exhibit…etc.
Actors shouldnt try to be businessmen, Kevin Costner! Actors shouldnt exercise because they are not athletes. Actors should stop acting like human beings and just be human. One day when another World War breaks out it will be entertaining to see these actors act their way through that. The whole world's a stage so there is no time to take someone serious who acts like people who play a role. We have to share the stage even in our monologues.
That was funny and somewhat true.
Although Jimmy Kimmel mentioned Shaq, Gary Oldman is talking about foreign actors like Van Damme, Jackie Chan, and Arnold. Not African-American athletes, who play in films like Jordan in Space Jam and Shaq in Kazam and Steel. Arnold, Stallone, Van Damme have no formal training. They essentially lift weights and work out. Black people may think he's talking about black people because of their own internalized racism for themselves, but how many black athletes play in films. Technically zero, except for Shaq and Jordan, although Space Jam was mostly about Looney Tunes.
I understand the humor, but this complaint is usually directed at black singers. Actors (black and white) complain about the numbers of black singers or comedians that become movie stars. People who aren't "trained" actors. What these people fail to realize is that it is not the fault of the singers (musicians) that they are given these chances. It's hollywood that won't hire traditional black actors. In hollywood, for a black person to get a chance at a movie, they have to ALREADY be a known property. A STAR. A white actor just has to be…white in order to get a chance at a role. Richard Pryor, Eddie Murphy, the numerous black rappers, all achieved fame in another field. Only then, did hollywood take a chance on them. Same with black athletes. In the video, I felt that the jab at athletes "who don't speak english" is most definitely aimed at blacks. If white actors don't like to act with non-actor blacks in films, then they need to tell their bosses to hire blacks who are trained actors like Viola Davis, et al. Otherwise, STFU.


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Discussion in 'Football, Baseball, and Hockey' started by mikhail1973, Jul 25, 2013.
Silverdome Owner Pushing For Detroit Soccer Venue « CBS Detroit
I think anything that brings jobs and people to the City can only be a good thing....
This would be great. It looked, for a while, like the Siverdome was doomed. It would be nice to head to Pontiac again to watch a sporting event.
I think the Silverdome is still doomed. This project talks about building a new soccer complex in downtown Detroit.
Maybe the author is just a fast walker?
I can't think of another sport I support and want to see succeed more and follow less than the MLS.
I feel the same way. When I moved to Seattle, NBA fans were few and far between. There was almost an anti-sports vibe. Then, MLS set up shop, and they sell 60,000 tickets to every game. People are decked out in Sounders gear, which doesn't say Sounders on it, but says X Box. They play a bunch of games that don't count called Friendlies. I just don't get it at all. But, I seem to be in the minority. If Detroit could generate half the excitement for soccer that Seattle has, it would be great and much needed revenue for the city.
I'm a big soccer fan but... Soccer doesn't make money for the fans. It makes money for the owners. You look at the biggest teams in Europe - Man Utd, Liverpool - they don't create wealth. Just happiness. The areas that they are from are not well off at all. Sure there are jobs here and there, but they do not create an economy of their own. Detroit needs a culture change, a proper education system and money. I still think culture is the greatest obstacle to the economy in America.
I think it's kind of cool that soccer is so big in Seattle and Portland. It is in theory anyway. I guess the main reason I don't watch is that the quality of play isn't that good. I absolutely love when a team is from Scranton, PA and they call themselves Real Scranton.
In the US we like to think that paying to build a stadium for a rich guy is good for us. (Mr. D built the Palace on his own.) After we pay to build it we can pay 4 times as much to go to the game as we did before.
Soccer doesn't make much money for the owners unless you are a top team in a top championship or you can grow and sell talent. The other teams require heavy investments just to stay competitive.
This is interesting...... Arena Football League, KISS Bring Pro Football Back to Los Angeles - ARENAFOOTBALL.COM
Plans for soccer stadium, mixed-use developments at downtown Detroit jail site to be reviewed next week | MLive.com
Looks like a child's blocks that spilled on the ground.
Them are some expensive blocks, I tell ya.
Soccer is HUGE in Seattle. Imagine HockeyTown, but with a stadium that sells out 45,000 per game (over twice as many people as Joe Lewis). I finally went to a game a couple of weeks ago with some friends of mine who are rabid fans. For the record, I don't get it.
I grew up in a city where a team would draw 60-100K fans per game, so I can relate. It's fun to go to a game sometime.
The visiting supporters of Sampdoria at the game against Roma.
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Show your tips and ideas of how you put yours together. I know there's so many ways. I would like to get ready so when my new FPH arrives.
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Show your tips and ideas of how you put yours together. I know there's so many ways. I would like to get ready so when my new FPH arrives.
Here's the method I use...:thumbsup
thansk spidey!!
keep them coming!
I was planning something very similar, but instead of the nut to hold the visor in place I was going to use a rubber washer. Some variation on the method Spideyfett posted is probably the best. It will hold the visor in place and allow it to be changed easily if needed.
I've always been lame and just used hot glue. I don't care much about what the inside looks like though. :)
Hot glue works too LOL. I'm using hot glue to hold my Vader lenses in.
I use a variation on Spideyfetts method, but I use chicago or boston screws with plastic, kitchen faucet washers.
I just Goop mine in there
Similar to the T nut method, I use regular bolts, grind the head back until its about 1mm thick then fix them to the inside of the helmet using filler, then I place my visor in and secure it using 4 custom made aluminium plates with holes in them the same size as the bolt, then secure with a nut and washer
Wait, Seeker's asking for advice on putting together a Fett Helmet? That's like Tiger Woods asking for advice on putting!:lol
Arturo's likes to act like he needs help...so he can seem normal w/his costuming skills!
just to make us feel better.;)
Well, I am having troubles with this. I bought my T-VIsor from en eBay seller that carries tons of these, and now that I have it I realize that the vertical portion of the 'T' is exactly as wide as the opening on the mask. This leaves no room for attaching it properly. I can't even hot-glue it in there, let alone bolt it.
My set up...
Stay safe,
I have made this thread sticky.
There are actually three different sizes of T-Visors out there.
1. smallest size, which fits the Rubies style helmets.
2. regular size, which fits most versions like Sgt. Fang, Fettpride, Bobamaker etc.
3. large size, which is for the famed "Mystery helmet".
Your best bet is to follow the posted tutorials on making your own out of a tinted safety face shield. You'll get a perfect fit every time. :thumbsup
And Halo_1, I must say that I love your mounting system. ;)
I was actually meaning that I noticed that your visor mounting method is exactly the same as mine, right down to the plastic kitchen faucet washers. Save for the fact that your chicago screws look to be made of brass, I just thought it was cool to see another member that had the exact same idea as me! :cheers
In fact the brass ones where the same ones I used for my Gal's Jango belt setup.
Anyhow, :cheers
Stay safe,
if you dont care about the interior of youre helmet than Id suggest hot gluing it in.It worked for me!
Well wether i hot glue mine in or bolt it in, im sure glad Seeker decided to start this thread, cuz a sec ago i had no idea how too, lol, so thanx guys, lol.
How do you secure the bolt shank to helmet?
Whats the best size when using these? 3,4 or 5 MM?
Epoxy glue or putty would work too but be VERY careful with the glue because I dripped some on the visor and now I have to wait another 3 days to get a new visor. ><


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Buffetlibre DJs and Amnesty International Present: PEACE, Compilation to Benefit Human Rights
Three weeks before the official launch of the PEACE compilation, Buffetlibre DJs have announced the latest additions to this new initiative, co-produced by Amnesty International. Back in September, we introduced you to PEACE, which includes exclusive songs by musicians from over 50 countries, building the first musical atlas in the net.
PEACE will be released on March 1, 2010, given for free to all those who, through the official website, make a minimum donation of € 2 in favor of the NGO Amnesty International. All proceeds will go to Amnesty International to stand up for humanity and human rights. Their purpose is to protect individuals wherever justice, fairness, freedom and truth are denied.
Watch the video below, and then jump after for some freebies. And make a donation on March 1!
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Samsung Galaxy S3 - Android 4.0, TouchWiz
HTC One X - Android 4.0, HTC Sense
iPhone 4S - iOS
The argument of Android versus iPhone has been fought for the best part of five years now, and the two sides are just as passionate as ever. In case you've not read up on this ongoing debate before, Android is more open, more customisable and - usually - a fair bit buggier. Android 4.0 helps to lessen the gap on this front, but it's still roughly true.
A tinkerer can change how the phone behaves and looks significantly, without hacking the device. Apps from outside the official Google Play store can be installed easily too.
With an iPhone, you can't change any of this. You can alter background images, but that's about it - unless you hack the phone. The trade-off is that iOS has a much better selection of apps and games available. There are loads on Android too, but they don't reach the same heights in most fields as iOS.
What about the custom UIs of the Android phones? HTC Sense and TouchWiz have been used in HTC's and Samsung's phones respectively for years, and each offers features not seen in vanilla Android. HTC Sense is a little better-looking, with greater character and clock widgets that have become iconic.
There are downsides to using these custom UIs, though. They slow down Android updates, because they have to be reworked each time a new version of Google's OS comes out. Try to fit one piece of software into another and you can bet bugs will appear all over the place.
Samsung Galaxy S3 - microUSB w/MHL, 3.5mm jack, microSD, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, Bluetooth 4.0
HTC One X - microUSB w/MHL, 3.5mm jack, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, Bluetooth 4.0
iPhone 4S - proprietary socket, 3.5mm jack, Bluetooth 4.0
Like many top-end Android phones these days, both the Samsung Galaxy S3 and HTC One X have rejected the miniHDMI port. You're not left high and dry for video output, though. The microUSB slots on these phones are MHL-compliant, meaning you can plug them into a TV and pipe across HD video and surround sound with the right cable.
These MHL cables never (in our experience) come bundled with the phones, but are available for well under £20 if you shop around. Samsung has also produced an AllShare dongle, to make piping content over Wi-Fi to any TV dead easy.
The iPhone is a little more constrained, predictably. You have to invest in an HDMI adapter to get video transmitted non-wirelessly, and the official one costs between £28 and £35. That doesn't include the HDMI cable, either.
Samsung Galaxy S3 - 8MP, LED flash, 1.3MP user-facing
HTC One X - 8MP, LED flash, f/2.0, 1.3MP user-facing
iPhone 4S - 8MP, LED flash, f/2.4, VGA user-facing
Is the megapixel war coming to an end? Maybe it's already over. The first 8MP phones were released four years ago in 2008, and yet we're still rolling along with similarly-specced sensors today.
It's not quite as simple as that, though. Manufacturers are starting to pay a bit more attention to the aperture of their sensors, which also has a big effect on image quality. In spite of using a very wide aperture for a phone, we found that the iPhone 4S was still a bit better than the HTC One X at capturing detail. We haven't yet had a chance to give the Samsung Galaxy S3's camera a proper going-over, so stay tuned for the full review.
Battery life
Samsung Galaxy S3 - 2100mAh
HTC One X - 1800mAh
iPhone 4S - 1432mAh
The Android duo have much larger batteries than the iPhone. It's no surprise when they have to power much larger screens with many more pixels in 'em.
However, as with processor power, there's another factor to consider here - power management. Android is notoriously bad at power management, in part because it allows apps do get away with murder in the background when not being used, accessing all sorts of battery-sapping system functions.
The Samsung Galaxy S3 should fare better than most, 2100mAh being enough to hold out for almost two days of light-to-medium usage. There is a solution to increase any smartphone's battery life hugely, of course - switch off mobile data. But then your smartphone stops being quite so… smart.


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I bet this has been asked many times before. perhaps someone can refer me to relevant posts.
which certifications are the most recognized? I know of CELTA and DELTA but I believe these are for teaching to adults and I'm looking for something more generalized.
Is my option then one of the trinity-endorsed courses?
also: cambridge is a test, and not a course, correct? for example you take the test and if you pass, you can claim some sort of designation...


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Putin condemns Boston Marathon bombers
The man who was shot dead and his suspected accomplice were ethnic Chechens who lived in Russia's volatile Dagestan region more than a decade ago before moving to the United States with their family.
Putin did not comment on the suspects' identity.
But his spokesman, Dmitry Peskov, said: "Putin has repeatedly said there is no such thing as our terrorists and somebody else's ... one must not differentiate between them, deal with some and condemn others."
"They all deserve the same approach, the same rejection," Peskov told reporters in the southern city of Sochi after Putin held talks with Egyptian President Mohamed Mursi.
Peskov said the Russian authorities were waiting for official information from the United States about the dead man and his suspected accomplice, named by U.S. officials as Tamerlan and Dzhokhar Tsarnaev.


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Greetings all,
I am sure you guys get this quite frequently, but instead of begging for help I will try to ask more pointed questions.
I am brand new to the Forum and duck hunting in general. I am currently in Afghanistan serving with the US Army and was turned on to the idea by more than a few friends that I serve with. I believe this is going to be the beginning of a beautiful hobby once I return to Rhody. In preparation for my return, I was wondering if you gents might be able to help me out by answering a few questions to start.
1. Is duck hunting in Rhode Island a viable hobby? I know we have lots of great swampland, lakes, and forest area...so I imagine that it is possible. If not, where in Mass near RI is a good place to look at?
2. I have heard puddle ducks are easier to start with, as compared to sea ducks. Do you think I should start with puddlers first? Is there a good size puddle duck population in RI?
3. What kind of shotgun do you suggest? I currently have a very old 870 pump 2 3/4 with a Mod. choke but may resign to using this as a backup. I am currently eying the Franchi Affinity for its Inertia system and affordable cost.
4. Can anyone suggest a guide to begin with? I, being in the military, am very comfortable with the outdoors but would like to learn the basics from someone on a basic day trip before I set off on my own.
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Can you imagine if they discontinued making a brand before you finished painting???? I hope he didnt run out !!!!!
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Guys - this thread is 4-1/2 years old. I hope he got his vehicle painted successfully by now
(and you aren't the only ones to dig up ancient history )
i didn't catch what Omni clear you were using?
if it was me i would use a slower reducer.
i would use the MR187 it says slow but is faster than what you think
wait 15-20 minutes in between coats
why would you get runs in the BC????
if so wait a hour and sand them out with 1000 grit.
clear if you are using the mc161 HS it mixes 2-1 and doesn't lay real good imo
put at least 3 coats and wait 15-20 minutes in between coats.
use the clear coat MH168 Hardener it says slow but its not,perfect for the temp and a all over.
hope this helps,Travis
PS take your time in between coats of base and clear you will a ton of better results
Omni painting
follow the the tech sheet as closely as possible. Waiting time between coats of any paint is the secret. Don't be in a hurry. Don't color sand the basecoat unless you want streaks and unless you wait a day between clearcoats you should not sand the clear. If you've messed up, your option is to let the clear dry, sand and recoat with clear after it has dried. Don't sand into the basecoat unless you want to start over from the start.
This comes from years and years of painting from enamels to b/c.
You can see when the base coat flashes because it goes from semi-glossy to flat once it has flashed. Omni MBC calls for 2-4 coats. Some colors like bright red might require more coats because it is more transparent than something like black. Also unless you are in a cold place, I wouldn't recommend a fast reducer. a slow is what you need in 70+ weather. My flash times in 80F, high humidity weather are about 8-12 mins. sometimes faster.
I see some of you spraying 3 coats of clear. Omni AU clear calls for 2. no more no less. Too heavy of a coat will sag and too little will make it bumpy because there's not enough material on the surface to join the droplets. I usually wait about 15 mins or so before applying the second coat seeing how you can't really tell by looking. you can touch it if you want to see if it's tacky, but your fingerprint will be in that clear permanently.
I use a satajet 1.3 for the base and 1.5 for the clear. I also seem to be able to get away with spraying primer with the 1.5 tip as well, but I would recommend 1.6-1.8.
Unless you get runs, I wouldn't sand after the primer (320-600grit). If you do get runs, depending on how transparent the color, you might have to go all the way back to the primer and start over. I've tried color sanding with 1000grit and after clearing, you really can't tell the difference plus like others mentioned, if you are using a metalic or pearl coat, you can't sand it prior to clearing it.
If you are not familiar with spray painting try it out on a test hood or panel if you have any spares or get one at a junk yard and section it off for more than 1 attempt. btw, be careful when applying clear with tape above the area you are clearing because the clear runs off the tape easy. Try and just mask it off with paper stretched at the ends with tape. that's if you are painting vertically though. I'm not sure what would happen if you had the part flat on the ground. (wow I did a google search and found this thread and didn't realize how old it was. but I hope it still helps someone out there)
|So many factors figure in, the temp and humidity, the length of time between base coats if you apply to soon you trap your solvents and especially metallic its tough but doesnt sound like any zebra stripes so thats good. Hang in there it gets better with practice becomes expensive on matierals but that happens in almost anything we do. goodluck.
|A little added info. I shot 3 coats of MBC base - color is '69 Frost Green Metallic (code 59). Shot over grey primer. It really covered in 2 coats, I shot the 3rd for safety. Gave it 3 coats of clear and have now sanded out the runs in the clearcoat - wasn't happy with the clear. Have a couple spots to touch up and will give it 1 color coat overall, then re-clear. So far I ahev only used 2 quarts - bought total of 5 to start.
|I dont know much about ppg, but i use medium to slow reducer for the clear and the last coat use SLOW reducer so it dont flash so quickly if it does you chase your dry spots and its a race you dont have to run_ no pun on run.
|I just shot OMNI MBC and 161 clear today. Used MR186 reducer. Base flashed real fast. Had a couple of spot repairs in the first coat of base to take care of, it was dry in about 30 mnutes to sand 600 wet. I did not tack in between coats, but did tack after base. In order to get the clear "wet" had t really lay on a 3rd coat - it ran in spots. P-sheet recommends 2 coats. If had to do it again, I would shoot 2 coats clear, let cure, sand with 600-800, then 2 more coats clear, then 1000, 1500 and buff. A it stands, sanding is inevitable, but I doubt you will be able to snad in between clear coats if it is done in one day - just not enough time for the clear to harden sufficient.
The Omni MBC I've shot does dry fast but it may be too fast with that reducer.
I'd opt for Medium with those conditions and it will still dry quick
You'll probably need to tack the car after each coat drys as you'll have some overspray and painting over it will be bad news.
Waiting an hour between coats is no problem,makes for a long day but your assured it's dry before the next coat,not that you need to wait this long but FYI.
Sanding out runs or dust nibs is fine but you will need to dust some more base over those areas. 1200 is kinda light for a run IMO, I use some 600-800 wet and clean well after. Like Vince stated,you will have to repaint any metallic sanded. You can try dusting some base and blending it out but it usually ends up being another coat.
Omni used to be a 1:1 so you should end up with 2 gal sprayable out of 1 gal of paint. I don't know what or what all your painting but for just the outside,you'll have plenty, Jambs,trunk,hood,fenders,Nope not for 3 coats.
Clear,20 min recoat is just that, "Should" be ready for another coat in 20 but that is subject just like base to be longer.No scuffing required.
24 hr,is basic complete dry time to buff or sand for recoating. Again, subject to change.It may take longer for the clear to dry enough to sand or buff.
Try some 1500 dry and if it balls or gums up, it's still green.
I would not apply more than 3 coats of clear at one setting. That should be plenty. If it's looking rough after 2,stop and let it dry overnight or the 24 hr. and color sand it with 600-800 and reshoot it after you figure out "why" it looked so bad. You'll either o'peel the snot out of it or dry spray it.
As for tip size. I prefer a 1.4 for either base or clear. Choose between a 1.3 or 1.5. I'd go 1.3. You'll need to do a lot of test patterns to get the gun/air right.
You "generally" run about 10# more for clear.
|By the way this bc/cc is a painters dream but i may want to color sand and buff if someone can give me a post as to where to find it or short term it here if its ok thanks.
|i have been painting for years but just got back into it. I have been old school to ac enamel and top coated clear. Now I have used base c,cc for a year still learning. Questions I have a door on a car that turned out like glass but right near the chrome piece of a 1957 olds super 88 is a 1/4 inch where i ran out of paint believe me i used a gallon of sprayable matierals on this car 2 tone red white and run out of paint on both colors and the door had a spot not covered didnt see it till i cleared the car with 3 coats. The car is now 2-1/2 days cured what can i do about the light painted door. thanks!
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We are using OMNI AU MBC base coat, their "fast" reducer and their clear. We have 22 percent humidity and I am painting in "thin" air at about 7500 feet above sea level. Sheet from PPG says 5 - 10 minutes between base coats at 70 degrees. Should I wait longer or do folks think it will flash quickly.
I bought a new Devilbiss FLG-653G-13 FinishLine 3 HVLP gun with 3 tips. Sheet calls for 1.3-1.5 mm tip. Is there any suggestion on which tip may work best for the base coat? Should I go smaller for the clear coat?
For the clear, it says 20 minutes minimum, 24 hours maxiumum under "air dry". I assume this means time between coats, but if it is more than 24 hours, would need to rescuff?
Says 7-10 psi at the air cap. This is the first time I have painted with an HVLP gun. Any pointers on air pressure?
Thanks for your help.
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$200,000 Vent, Roof Fire Hits Greg's Grill In Bend
An overheated ventilation fan sparked an attic and roof fire, fueled by a buildup of grease and creosote, that caused more than $200,000 damage to Greg's Grill in the Old Mill District, investigators said.
Bend Fire crews responded around 10:40 a.m. to the reported roof fire at the large, lodge-style restaurant at 395 SW Powerhouse Dr., said Battalion Chief Dave Howe.
Upon arrival, they found the wood-fired grill's ventilation system ablaze, as well as the roof around it, Howe said, adding that the sprinkler system in the attic had turned on. Restaurant workers preparing for the Sunday brunch crowd were evacuated without injury.
More than a dozen firefighters were called to the scene. They extinguished the blaze with a single hose line, removed some and water from the building and checked for any extension of the fire, he said.
Investigators found the fire was caused by overheating and subsequent failure of an exhaust fan motor on the roof, said Fire Inspector Cindy Kettering.
Losses were estimated at $200,000 to the building and $8,000 to the contents, each worth about $1 million.
"Contributing to the rapid spread of the fire was an accumulation of grease and creosote from the ductwork just below the exhaust fan motor," Kettering said.
Examining the scene, Kettering said the initial damage figure of less than $40,000 was boosted considerably when they determined the fire had spread to nearby structural members in the attic.
"It appears they will have to replace a substantial potion of the roof support," the fire inspector told KTVZ.COM.
"Had there not been a functioning sprinkler system in there, it could have been far, far worse," she added.
But the restaurant's manager told NewsChanel 21 at the scene they should be back open for business in a couple of days.
Howe said, "Sprinklers basically are like firefighters always on duty inside the building, and it makes it a lot quicker for us to put a fire out."
Kettering told KTVZ.COM that Greg's Grill was "overdue on cleaning of the kitchen hood and routine maintenance."
She also said the fire department has a concern of more such work being delayed by area restaurants and businesses due to the difficult economic times.
"Whether it is a kitchen range, a fireplace or a woodstove, frequent and thorough cleaning is needed in order to prevent fires," the fire inspector said in a news release.
"Wood-fired cooking appliances and ductwork need to be thoroughly cleaned on a monthly basis. Stovepipes and chimneys for woodstoves and fireplaces should be inspected monthly and cleaned regularly, particularly if they are used as a primary source of heat."
Kettering said the agency is working with restaurants and other businesses to make sure they stay safe.


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text: Decided to post a separate thread: Per today's Philly Inquirer, Johnny is selling off some of his "costumes" on http://shoplindasstuff.com. A portion goes to charity. However, that's a somewhat inaccurate description: Took a look at the site, seems to more be items from his wardrobe rather than skating costumes. There is a Vancouver 2010 Team Russia jersey there, along with one of his Olympic Team USA jackets. There are 4 skating costumes available on page 10, but they are mostly mostly in the $2000 range. Enjoy!


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Should Women Eat Fish While Pregnant?
Fish are high in several beneficial nutrients, including some that are related to healthy brain development. But several organizations, including the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), recommend that women who are pregnant limit the amount of fish they eat.
The reason is that most fish and shellfish contain low-levels of methylmercury.
Almost all people have at least trace amounts of methylmercury in their tissues, reflecting the organic compounds widespread presence in the environment. Fetuses, infants and children are the most vulnerable to the possible adverse effects of mercury exposure.
One of the major concerns of the medical community and mothers-to-be is the possibility of a link between eating fish that contains mercury, and their child developing autism.
A new study addresses that concern and says that children exposed to low levels of mercury in the womb because their mothers ate large amounts of fish, dont appear to be at an increased risk for autism.
The new findings from more than 30 years of research in the Republic of Seychelles -- a group of islands in the western Indian Ocean -- found no such link, the study authors said.
"This study shows no evidence of a correlation between low level mercury exposure and autism spectrum-like behaviors among children whose mothers ate, on average, up to 12 meals of fish each week during pregnancy," study lead author Edwin van Wijngaarden, associate professor in the public health sciences department at the University of Rochester Medical Center in New York, said in a medical center news release.
"These findings contribute to the growing body of literature that suggest that exposure to the chemical does not play an important role in the onset of these behaviors," he added.
One autism expert added a note of caution, however.
"The study found no link between high mercury levels and later autism spectrum disorder behaviors. However, this should not be taken to mean that high levels of mercury are safe to ingest," said Alycia Hallday, senior director of environmental and clinical science at the advocacy group Autism Speaks.
"Other studies comparing this [Seychelles] cohort to those in other parts of the world indicate that this cohort may be spared from many adverse effects because it is consumed with nutrient-rich ocean fish," she explained.
For the study, the researchers initially determined the level of prenatal mercury exposure by analyzing the mothers' hair samples. Then the researchers used two questionnaires -- one given to parents, the other to the children's teachers -- to see if the children showed signs of autism spectrum-like behaviors. The tests included questions on language skills, communication skills and repetitive behaviors. While the tests don't give a definitive diagnosis, they are used widely in the United States as an initial screening tool and may indicate the need for additional testing, the researchers said.
The study also noted the concerns of and limitations recommended by the FDA and other organizations.
"This study shows no consistent association in children with mothers with mercury levels that were six to 10 times higher than those found in the U.S. and Europe. This is a sentinel population and if (the association between low-level mercury exposure and autism) does not exist here than it probably does not exist," Philip Davidson, principal investigator of the Seychelles Child Development Study and professor emeritus in pediatrics at the University of Rochester Medical Center, said in the news release.
The finding lends support to an emerging belief that the good may outweigh the possible bad when it comes to eating fish during pregnancy. Specifically, if the mercury did not harm brain development at the levels of exposure experienced by the children in this study, then the benefits of the nutrients in fish may counteract or surpass the potential negative effects of mercury, the study authors said.
So, which fish have low or high mercury content? The American Pregnancy Association provides this list on their website.
Highest Mercury
- Marlin
- Orange roughy
- Tilefish
- Swordfish
- Shark
- Mackerel (king)
- Tuna (bigeye, Ahi)
High Mercury
Eat no more than three 6-oz servings per month
- Sea Bass (Chilean)
- Bluefish
- Grouper
- Mackerel (Spanish, Gulf)
- Tuna (canned, white albacore) See tuna chart below
- Tuna (Yellow fin)
Lower Mercury
Eat no more than six 6-oz servings per month
- Bass (Striped, Black)
- Carp
- Cod (Alaskan)
- Croaker (White Pacific)
- Halibut ( Pacific and Atlantic) Jacksmelt ( Silverside)
- Lobster
- Mahi Mahi
- Monkfish
- Perch (freshwater)
- Sablefish
- Skate
- Snapper
- Sea Trout (Weakfish)
- Tuna (canned, chunk light)
- Tuna (Skipjack)
Lowest Mercury
Enjoy two 6-oz servings per week
- Anchovies
- Butterfish
- Catfish
- Clam
- Crab (Domestic)
- Crawfish/crayfish
- Croaker
- Flounder
- Haddock
- Hake
- Herring
- Mackerel (N Atlantic, Chub)
- Mullet
- Oysters
- Perch (ocean)
- Plaice
- Salmon (Canned, Fresh)
- Sardines
- Scallops
- Shad (American)
- Shrimp
- Sole
- Squid (Calamari)
- Tilapia
- Trout (freshwater)
- Whitefish
- Whiting
The study was published online July 23 in the journal Epidemiology
Sources: http://consumer.healthday.com/pregnancy-information-29/pregnancy-news-543/breaking-brief-7-23-mercury-autism-epidemiology-urmc-release-678533.html
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By Nik Brumsack
Vito Mannone believes Arsenal must dictate play if they are to beat Manchester City in Sunday's crucial clash at the Etihad Stadium
Arsène Wenger's side have been in fine form so far this season, and have won their last three games in all competitions.
But the trip north to face the Premier League champions is their biggest game yet, and Mannone feels they will have to control proceedings if they are to leave with a positive result.
"It is a tough test. I thought we were in a good state at Liverpool because we went to a big game in a big stadium and from there we really started our season," he said.
"City are champions so we know we have to go there and prepare properly. We must dictate the game because they are a great team and it will be a top challenge."
Mannone has played a key role in the Club's fine start to the season, deputising for the injured Wojciech Szczesny and conceding just one goal in three appearances. And now he wants the No 1 spot on a permanent basis.
"I have always been focused," he said. "I had two clean sheets in the first two games I played and before the Southampton game [which saw Szczesny return] the boss talked to me and for the first time I felt he understood I was ready to be No 1," he said.
"It went well [against Montpellier] so I am really focused on gaining the No 1 spot and keeping it. The boss had some nice words for me and he talked to me and said I am ready to be No 1.
"So I just need to show him what I'm doing and hopefully I can get that spot and do my best to help this team win some trophies."Copyright 2017 The Arsenal Football Club plc. Permission to use quotations from this article is granted subject to appropriate credit being given to www.arsenal.com as the source


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'"You take a little bit of both. The way we played the last three, four months, I think there are a lot of positives, and then the way we didn't get it done in the playoffs, there's something to learn from," Vanek said. "That's myself included. I was going pretty good for most of the year, and then I didn't get the job done in the playoffs. That personally hurts and something I don't want to happen again."'
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Feedback for Mike Phillips (TechPB-Mike)
Posted 24 December 2008 - 09:40 AM
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Posted 24 December 2008 - 11:17 AM
If you have logged on to PBNation from Mikes house put this in your sig....
If you ever shot Mikes Head/Google cam right off his head put this in your sig....
If you ever wondered why the Ego9 review took so long...look no further....I broke it haha.
Posted 24 December 2008 - 12:44 PM
As far as feedback goes:
Excellent price
Super fast shipping
Original packaging
Thanks Mike!
P.S. was that actually your loader or one you're selling for a friend?
I am Limerick Himmler. Use bad grammar and my stormtroopers take you to
the Concentrate on Grammar Camp.
Posted 24 December 2008 - 12:53 PM
Posted 25 December 2008 - 03:09 PM
Because i live in the Netherlands it took sometime to get here.
On arrival of the package i found out i received the wrong package in contained 2 tubes of super glue and 2 xsmall magnets instead of a t-shirt.
After a quick mail to Mike he mailed the shirt right away, and just 7 days later i was wearing it
Great service!
PS: still don't have a clue what to do with the glue and small magnets..
Posted 30 December 2008 - 12:06 AM
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Had a great experience and all goods came better than expected. I have come to the conclusion that gear purchased from Mike is better than new. Buy his gear!
Posted 05 January 2009 - 04:49 PM
Also brought the Autococker of Mike that he used in the Autococker show, I had great communication with Mike whilst securing the deal and arrived crisp and pristine. Just need to get out now and play some pump!
Overall, a really good and trust worthy person to buy from.
Posted 04 February 2009 - 12:44 AM
but seriously fastest shipping ive seen across country
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Posted 19 April 2009 - 07:52 PM
.to infinity
bought exalt pants great product price communication and shipping by far the best internet deal done EVER
but seriously who doesnt trust you? kind of at a loss why this is here
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Posted 10 July 2009 - 10:52 PM
Awesome is all I can say.
My Feedback
RIP BORG, you will be dearly missed in the paintball world for all you have done for us.
Posted 13 July 2009 - 12:04 PM
he bought the Bob Long MTAC
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Posted 25 August 2009 - 08:52 PM
Tadao'd Bob Long Alias Timmy w/ CP ASA/Clamping Feedneck & CP .693 2 piece barrel. Dye Rotor. Ninja 68/4500 Tank. Empire E-Vents.
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Posted 06 February 2011 - 12:09 AM
I helped Furious get some of their barrels into Mike's hands for reviewing back in September. I am in no way associated with this company, but they make great products and I did what I can to help them out. About a month after Mike had the barrel in his hand I asked him when he thought the review would be up. No response after he had been on multiple times, so I sent another PM, but yet again he didn't reply. I contacted him again in November and he said that they are busy and they will get to it when they get to it. It is now February, and still nothing. He screwed the company over and didn't follow through with his part of the deal.
Think twice about dealing with Mike.
Posted 06 February 2011 - 09:10 PM
Second, I have my own money, and I can pay for my own stuff. Just because something is sent to me "for free", doesn't mean it's automatically put in it's own video. I have the entire industry sending me stuff on a daily basis to get on TechPB.
Third, I've already given a shoutout to Furious Paintball in a previous show, when they first launched their company-
Skip to 9:43
Fourth, we've got paying advertisers and sponsors, who's shows and reviews take priority over miscellaneous stuff that arrives in the mail. I do my best with the resources I have, but not every single item that arrives at my house will get it's own show
Fifth, Matthew Nekvapil of Furious Paintball has my credit on file, if he wanted to charge me for the barrel, he would have.
Sixth, I was already in touch with Furious LONG before you contacted me, as you can PLAINLY see with the video above that was uploaded on SEPTEMBER 18TH OF 2009, an entire year before you claim to have contacted me.
Do you have ANYTHING else you'd like to say?
Posted 08 February 2011 - 07:37 PM
Why's mike gotta be so winsauce?!?!?!?
ps:I can go to wal-mart?!
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A Strategic Approach to Ending 50+ Hunger
We know that ending hunger is about more than providing meals. It requires a deep understanding of the systemic issues that keep people from accessing adequate, healthy food. With the growing number of seniors facing hunger, rising food costs, and ongoing funding reductions for food security programs like the Supplemental Nutritution Assistance Program (SNAP), it is more important than ever to find effective ways to improve food security.
That's why, in February 2011, AARP Foundation initiated Drive to End Hunger, a multiyear nationwide campaign to raise awareness and funds to address the problem of hunger among people 50+, and develop both short-term and long-term solutions to the hunger problem.
How Are We Doing This?
Education. Few Americans are aware of the struggles facing older adults, particularly when it comes to food security. While educating the public on the issues, AARP Foundation works to expand our understanding of the variables that increase the risk of hunger for seniors.
Engagement. Supporting on-the-ground activities that address hunger - such as meal packing and SNAP application assistance - and providing specific, rewarding actions for individuals and communities.
Mutually Beneficial Partnerships. Whether it is working with another national non-profit organization or a local food bank, AARP Foundation encourages and supports strategic partnerships across sectors and industries. By working together, we can maximize our resources and reach.
How Is Drive to End Hunger Helping?
The chief priorities of Drive to End Hunger are to raise awareness and funds to fight hunger among adults 50+, and to provide short and long-term solutions to the problem of older adult hunger. These include:
- Helping hard-working, trusted organizations in communities across America who have been doing a heroic job helping hungry people age 50+. Because the number of people in crisis is still growing, it's a challenge to reach everyone and ensure people know where to find help. That's where we come in. AARP is working side by side with organizations nationwide so we can reach more people and make resources go further.
- An innovative, cause-related collaboration with four-time NASCAR Cup Champion Jeff Gordon and team owner Rick Hendrick to increase knowledge about and support for ending hunger among older Americans. In 2013, the program expanded beyond the track to include partnerships with NFL, NBA, and FIFA.
- Commissioning research into the problem, including "Food Insecurity among Older Adults," the first research ever to look at hunger among those 50-59.
- Educating and enrolling hungry older people in SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program). Today, just one-third of those 60+ who are eligible for SNAP are enrolled; two-thirds are not.
- Providing $1.9 million in Hunger Impact grants to local nonprofit organizations to develop or expand innovative and scalable anti-hunger programs for adults 50+.
How Is Drive to End Hunger Funded?
Drive To End Hunger is funded through donations from individuals, corporations and other non-profits and through a unique cause-marketing campaign with NASCAR Sprint Cup Champion Jeff Gordon and team owner Rick Hendrick.
In 2013, 23 organizational sponsors and supporters joined Drive to End Hunger. Through their generosity, we have helped many older Americans find a meal while also raising money for long-term solutions to the hunger issue. By working together, we create a multiplier effect — coming together to reach more people, work more efficiently, and make our collective resources go further. With grants, research, and community outreach, we are helping to make a difference, one community at a time.
How Can I Support Drive to End Hunger?
America's Real Hunger Game: 50 Million in Crisis
(NBC News, Dec. 2014) In the richest country in the world, nearly 1 in 6 Americans go to bed hungry. Read
Addressing Hunger Is Issue For Many Latinos
(Providence Journal, Nov. 2014) - Nearly one in four Latino households nationwide are struggling to provide food for their families. Read
Opinion: Food Banks Treat Only Symptoms of Real Disease
(Portland (ME) Press Herald, Oct. 2014) A overreliance on donated food points to larger problems related to poverty and economic instability that call for more comprehensive solutions. Read
AARP Hosts Hunger Summit Highlighting Seniors Struggling With Hunger
(WCNC-TV, Oct. 2014) A broadcast on a hunger summit hosted by AARP and AARPF in North Carolina highlights AARP's initiatives to combat hunger among seniors. Watch


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Rox's Butler snaps off win in opener
Right-hander shows no ill effects from broken wrist in debut
By Jonathan Raymond / Special to MLB.com | April 4, 2013 8:49 PM ET
Eddie Butler's first offseason as a pro got off to an inauspicious beginning. His first start in a full-season league was no worse for the wear, though.
The 46th overall pick in last year's Draft broke his left hamate bone when he took a line drive off the wrist the first week of October during instructional camp. He had surgery at the end of November, rehabbed through December and resumed throwing Jan. 21.
The process didn't appear to hinder the progress of the No. 10 Rockies prospect, however, when he took the mound Thursday.
The right-hander yielded one hit and a walk while striking out seven over 5 1/3 innings to earn an Opening Night victory for Class A Asheville in a 3-0 blanking of West Virginia.
"I took all December off. Relaxing, hanging out at home. Visit with family. No lingering effects [from the injury], everything's good," said Butler. "I think the time off really helped my arm.
"There's always a little bit [of Opening Day jitters], that first inning you're amped up. After that [Asheville catcher Tom] Murphy came up to me, told me I was lunging a little bit and got me back into place. Went well from there."
The effort was a solid first South Atlantic League start that followed up on the fine form the Radford University product showed in 2012. In 13 appearances -- 12 of them starts -- with Rookie-level Grand Junction in the Pioneer League, Butler went 7-1 with a 2.13 ERA in 67 2/3 innings. He struck out 55 and walked just 13.
This came after he earned Big South Conference Pitcher of the Year Honors and set a school record with a 2.20 ERA in 14 starts.
On Thursday, Tourists relievers Roberto Padilla, Rayan Gonzalez and Raul Fernandez combined on the final 3 2/3 frames to maintain the clean sheet. In total, the four Asheville hurlers allowed just two hits and three walks while striking out 14.
"I know Padilla, it was his first time really relieving. He came in and was throwing strikes, kept the ball down, got some outs," said Butler. "Rayan Gonzalez came in, blowing people away with his cutter and Fernandez was blowing people away with fastballs. It was great."
Butler, who grew up seven hours away from Asheville in Chesapeake, Va., also had a surprise waiting for him for the game. His father, girlfriend and her family made the trip to see his 2013 debut.
"I found out about 20 minutes before we got to the clubhouse [they would all be there]," he said. "I didn't know who all was coming, my girlfriend just texted me and said she was gonna be coming. It's great to have the support out there, especially when you're in an opposing field."
In addition to settling down Butler, Murphy carried some of the load offensively for the Tourists, going 2-for-3 with a double and a run. Julian Yan and Kyle Von Tungeln added RBIs.
Joely Rodriguez took the tough-luck loss for the Power, allowing two runs on five hits and two walks with eight strikeouts over five innings.
Jonathan Raymond is a contributor to MLB.com. This story was not subject to the approval of the National Association of Professional Baseball Leagues or its clubs.View More


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Saturday's Game at Virginia to Be Televised by FS Wisconsin
By: Andrew Gavin (@GBGavin)
GREEN BAY, Wis. (GreenBayPhoenix.com) - The Green Bay men's basketball team's contest at Virginia on Saturday afternoon at 3 p.m. CT will be televised on Fox Sports Wisconsin and streamed live on ESPN3. The contest will be the first of 17 games the rest of the season for the Phoenix that will be either televised regionally or nationally or streamed on ESPN3.
On Saturday, the Phoenix will be playing against a Virginia team led by head coach Tony Bennett, the all-time leading scorer in Green Bay program history and a Phoenix Hall of Famer. The game is the second in a three-game series that will see the Atlantic Coast Conference's Cavaliers visit the Resch Center during the 2013-14 season.
This weekend's game in Charlottesville, Va., is televised by Fox Sports South as part of the ACC Network which on Saturday includes Fox Sports Wisconsin, Fox Sports North and ESPN3. For a complete listing of stations carrying Saturday's game, click here. Rich Waltz will handle the play-by-play duties on Saturday while Daymeon Fishback will serve as the color analyst.
Green Bay (3-3), in the midst of a stretch of seven out of eight games away from home, is coming off a 74-59 victory over North Dakota State on Saturday at the Resch Center. Virginia is 4-2 on the season entering its contest on Wednesday night at Wisconsin at 6 p.m. CT on ESPN2.
Read a full season preview of the men's basketball team and watch a 1-on-1 interview with Wardle.
Full season ticket and Pick 5 packages are on sale now with the Green Bay Athletics Ticket Office. For more information and to order tickets, please call 920.465.2625, visit the athletics department offices in the Kress Events Center or access GreenBayPhoenix.com/tickets.
For the latest and most up-to-date information on Green Bay Athletics, please visit GreenBayPhoenix.com.
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