text: Mick, where did you get the idea that Facebook was owned by the CIA? It was started by a bunch of Harvard sophomores, the head guy is Mark Zuckerman, the CIA has nothing to do with it. I'm on Facebook. It's fun, nothing like Twitter, a bunch of friends exchanging pictures and stuff like that, it's as revealing as you'd like it to be. It's also a good way to reconnect with people from your past, you an find lots of people from all age groups and interests on there. I'm not advocating it, if you don't like it, you don't do it, but for those of us who do, it's just fun.


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Designed for performance and engineered to stay tucked-in, but built for comfort from 18-hour jersey with rotated shoulder seams and a wide, deep V-neck collar.
Trim fitting underwear ideal for tailored trousers and slimmer jeans. Made with a no-roll waistband, stay put leg hems and crafted from ultra soft 18-hour jersey.
A washed out floral print gives Gant Rugger's swim shorts a '50s feel. Streamlined with a low waist and a short inseam, they're made from fast-drying fabric to ensure comfort on the beach.
Modern board shorts crafted with seamless bonded construction, a laser-cut vent at the hem and a self-sealing zippered pocket.
Trim retro trunks with a thin drawstring waistband. Finished with a mesh lining and back flap pocket.
Double-needle stitched unlined board shorts with a classic drawstring waist and printed with artwork by Nat Russell.
A featherweight cotton shirt perfect for warm days, finished with a spread collar and pointed chest pocket.
A breezy yet strong shirt that's ideal for warm temperatures. Made from a substantial cotton/linen blend with a rounded, buttoned chest pocket and a semi-spread collar.
A soft T-shirt made from thick, 7 oz. cotton in a retro style and fit.
A classic yet distinct short-sleeve henley taken straight out of Levi's 1920s archives with a 3-button placket and ribbed sleeve cuffs.
This feather-light SPF 15 face lotion was developed as a daily moisturizer and contains a very gentle form of titanium dioxide-based sun protection. Lightly scented with tea tree oil and refreshing menthol, Victory is 70% organic and is formulated to tone and hydrate the skin.
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The footbed of this simple rubber flip-flop features the iconic Hudson's Bay stripes and is finished with a contrasting toe strap and sole.
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Automatic, self winding G10 from Military Watch Company. Water resistant up to 100m with heavy stainless steel case and silver Nato webbing strap.
Cotton crewnecks made by Jockey, but for a more affordable price-point. Cut from "advanced stay dry" cotton fabric ideal for the gym or summer commutes. (2-Pack)
An affordable classic, Hanes makes the best by-the-pack undershirts out there. The V-neck is low enough not to show, but not so low to embarrass you when worn by itself. (3-Pack)
Made of supersoft cotton in a trim retro fit, this is a tee that stands up well when worn alone, but is still light enough to easily wear under dress shirts. (2-Pack)
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text: I am so happy that I can finally start my intro thread . So I've been studying on how to build a mando helmet to the best of my ability, and I stumbled upon this site and automatically tripped out on how much info and the attitudes of the people on here. First off, WOW, I would like to thank the founders and members for without you, I'd totally be lost on where to even begin. I would also like to tell you guy about how much of an inspiration you have been to me just by reading these forums. It's not every day you see people pull together as a team to accomplish individual accomplishments, and the decency that you use toward one another, telling each other words of encouragement and giving answers truthfully. I salute all of you :thumbup. Now to tell about my self. I'm a 25 year old man full of ambition. I hope to be able to contribute a lot to you guys. I love to make things, and as functional as possible. Have some history of metal work, and artistic ability. Love the way of the mandilorian, and try to walk the path. I am currently finding parts for my first build. So far all I have is a football helmet for a dome, and a whole bunch of ideas in my brain. I hope to meet as many of you as I can and hopefully get a chance to pick everyones brains. I love knowledge, learn quick, and use what I've learned as often as possible. Hope to see you around


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Trembley having time of his life
Trembley having time of his life
MLB.com: Do you like the attitude of the bunch you have this year?
Trembley: There's just a lot of new faces here. And with the new faces, a lot of guys feel like they're getting a new opportunity. Any time that happens, everybody feels like they're going to get a fair shot. The guys have been tremendous. They understand what we're trying to accomplish. We've been fair with them, and I'll be fair when we start playing the games.
MLB.com: There are reduced expectations for your team in the media. How do you deal with that in the dugout and in the clubhouse?
Trembley: I don't read it, and I don't watch it. I'm not concerned about it. What I'm concerned with is getting this team prepared to compete over the course of a Major League season. We can control that, and we can control the way we go about doing things with the approach we take and the attitude we have. I told the guys in the very first meeting that I don't want people that are just happy to be here.
I want them to believe, feel and know that they're Major League baseball players and that they'll be treated accordingly. Don't underestimate what you can accomplish with hard work, preparation and playing as a team. The best thing I've seen down here is that it appears that no one is acting like they're better than anybody else. It's been a real tough atmosphere.
MLB.com: Realistically, how tough is it to teach at the big league level and still be competitive?
Trembley: The game is much quicker here. The other team will find out your Achilles heel, and they'll attack it repeatedly. But you have to be patient with your younger players -- that's why Spring Training gives everybody an opportunity to compete in a situation that doesn't overburden them. That's why our approach here has been that this is not a tryout camp. This is a Spring Training camp designed to help guys play during a Major League season.
I've asked the veteran guys to go about their business accordingly, and to do the drills and everything else the best that they can. When the younger guys see that, I think it helps sell the message that you're trying to get across to everybody. And that's that this is a team.
MLB.com: You say often that you're having the time of your life. Were you born to do this job?
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Trembley: It's something I've always wanted to do from a very early age. I think some people have goals and wishes for later on in their life, but this is what I've wanted to do for as long as I can remember. Sometimes I just shake my head and think, "I'm doing it. I'm doing it." It's pretty neat.
A lot of people don't get to do what they've always wanted to do in their life. It doesn't always happen for them, and that's the great thing about baseball. That's why there are so many fans. You grow up loving the game, and you pass that on from generation to generation. Me, I've had a love of the game since I was a kid. Baseball has always been a pillar for me. It's always there, and it's always something you can fall back on. It's just a real special game. It's more than a game.
MLB.com: Do you think your players understand that perspective?
Trembley: I think a lot of them are beginning to understand it. I'm pretty open about telling people that. I've had a lot of guys come up and ask me what this is all about, and I tell them where I've been and where I've come from. It's incredible.
When people appreciate where they've come from and the opportunities they have, I think they'll put forth a little bit more effort. When you take things for granted, you have a tendency to slight it somewhat. And I don't want anyone taking this for granted.
They don't give it to you and it doesn't come overnight. You have to earn it.
Spencer Fordin is a reporter for MLB.com. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.


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Many of you have been anticipating a new jailbreak tweak that allows you to see when Cydia updates become available. This feature seemed to be very anticipated when AppUpdateNotifier was released allowing you to get iOS 5 notifications when an App Store update was available. A new free jailbreak tweak beta dubbed Curiosa by iOS hacker and developer Ryan Petrich is now available in his beta repository and it brings iOS 5 push notifications to your iOS device that alert you of Cydia updates.
The notifications are seamlessly integrated with iOS 5s notification system, including banner alerts, Notification Center, and lock screen alerts. Curiosa comes with a good, broad selection of options to help you decide when your iOS device should be looking for Cydia updates and also much more. The preferences pane for Curiosa is shown below:
The automatic refresh can be adjusted manually, giving you optimal control over how much battery drain you will experience. The ability to control how often Curiosa will search for updates from Cydia and being able to lock Curiosa down to being on Wi-Fi networks only to save on data usage are two of these safety measures Ryan has included to make every end-user happy.
Apart from automatic refresh, the user can also opt to refresh manually this can be done by tapping on the Refresh Now button or by setting an Activator action you can invoke later on to manually refresh Curiosa. The last option allows you to choose what packages are included in your update notification. As I have included the words, "New Update Available" Curiosa will look for new packages with the words, "New," "Update," and "Available" in their names. This is in addition to what is installed on your iOS device as Curiosa is constantly looking for updates for your own packages as well. In the first screenshot of this review you can see how packages with those three words in their name are appearing under my notifications.
The well-built Curiosa is currently in its beta 1 stages, however its already looking very solid. All of the options work perfectly as far as I have been able to test and its integration into iOS 5s notifications is stunning. Drain on battery life is not noticeable if you keep the search intervals to a reasonable time interval. The use of this tweak is very practical and I would highly recommend Curiosa for all jailbreakers as it will let you know when your updates are available we all know that many people slack when it comes to installing their updates.
Curiosa isn't on a public repository, yet; its only available on Ryan Petrichs beta repository. To download it, you will need to go into Cydia:
- tap on the Manage tab
- tap on the Sources button
- tap on the Edit button
- tap on the Add button
- enter the following URL and then tap Add Source:PHP Code:
Name: Curiosa
Price: FREE
Version: 0.9-beta1
Repo: Ryan Petrich's Beta Repo
Developer: Ryan Petrich
Editor's Rating: 5/5
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All Discussions Tagged 'sober' - We Make Zines 2017-06-29T07:28:56Z http://wemakezines.ning.com/forum/topic/listForTag?tag=sober&feed=yes&xn_auth=no drug/alcohol abuse/addiction and recovery zines? (warning: may be triggering) tag:wemakezines.ning.com,2011-03-03:2288844:Topic:185647 2011-03-03T01:30:23.741Z Beth M http://wemakezines.ning.com/profile/BethMorgan
WARNING: any or all of the zines mentioned and even this discussion itself MIGHT BE TRIGGERING (related to drug/alcohol abuse/addiction/dependence, recovery, sobriety, etc.).

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so someone had posted a discussion about this, but I think it got deleted because I can't seem to find it (I don't know why).

the person who posted the discussion was asking about zines that were about drug abuse and recovery (I think because they had…

WARNING: any or all of the zines mentioned and even this discussion itself MIGHT BE TRIGGERING (related to drug/alcohol abuse/addiction/dependence, recovery, sobriety, etc.).

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so someone had posted a discussion about this, but I think it got deleted because I can't seem to find it (I don't know why).

the person who posted the discussion was asking about zines that were about drug abuse and recovery (I think because they had a friend who was abusing drugs or something).

even though the old discussion seems to be gone (if it's not, please point me to it and I'll post there instead), I figured it's a good thing to talk about and that it would be nice to post suggestions for zines about drug abuse, alcohol abuse/addiction/dependence, recovery, sobriety, etc. here.

even zines about quitting smoking or chewing tobacco or quitting caffeine are welcome, too, although not as preferred.

this is not for recreational or religious or cultural drug use/experiences, stories, etc. in zines where the drug is not being abused (for example, a story about a person getting high from bong hits and then doing stuff in a zine should not be posted here - you can make a different discussion for that. this thread is for helping those with alcohol/drug problems).

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so here are some I found today that talk about drug/alcohol abuse/addiction/dependence, recovery, sobriety, etc. (although I cannot personally vouch for any of them yet, I'm just going off descriptions on distros, although I did buy the second one, the Alabama Grrrl #9/Love Letters to Monsters #3 split, recently):

-Alabama Grrrl #9/Love Letters to Monsters #3 split zine by Ailecia (Alabama Grrrl) and Ciara (Love Letters to Monsters)

(also known as Love Letters to Monsters #3/Alabama Grrrl #9)

(found at Black Light Diner Distro, Click Clack Distro, False Start Distro, Marching Stars Distro, Take Care Zine Distro, Things You Say Distro, Vampire Sushi Distro)

(about a friend's drug-related death)

-Doris #25 by Cindy Crabb

(found at Cindy's Riot Grrr Distro, also at False Start Distro, Fight Boredom Distro, Marching Stars Distro, Take Care Zine Distro)

(about alcohol addiction and giving up alcohol)

-High on Burning Photographs #4 by Ocean

(found at Black Light Diner Distro, Fight Boredom Distro, Marching Stars Distro, Take Care Zine Distro)

(about alcoholism and giving up alcohol)

-Licking Stars Off Ceilings #17 by Clementine Cannibal

(found at Clementine's site catalog and at Sweet Candy Distro)

(about sobriety)

-Mrs. Noggle #14 by Jolie

(found at Jolie's Etsy shop and at Sweet Candy Distro)

(about alcohol addiction)

-Regeneration #7 by Ashlee

(found at Marching Stars Distro, Sweet Candy Distro)

(about substance abuse/addiction)

-Sub Rosa #6 by Taryn Hipp

(found at Click Clack Distro, Sweet Candy Distro, Things You Say Distro)

(about drinking too much and turning to sobriety)

-Towards a Less Fucked Up World: Sobriety and Anarchist Struggle by Nick

(found at Riot Grrr Distro, currently out of stock)

(about intoxication and problems arising from it, sober spaces)

-You Don't Get There From Here #11 by Carrie

(found at Black Light Diner Distro)

(about alcohol dependence)


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Watch WNC President and Executive Director John Hamer on KCTS Connects with host Enrique Cerna, discussing the NPR "sting" video and subsequent resignations of Ron Schiller and Vivian Schiller. This 12-minute excerpt also features Doug Underwood, journalism professor at the University of Washington. They focus on media ethics, public accountability and the WNC's TAO of Journalism project. As Hamer correctly notes, ethics codes are voluntary, so should journalists work to build trust by pledging to be Transparent, Accountable, and Open?
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Well, I have given up on my build for now. I was going to get an AMD-65 from Colorado AK Arms.....but, I'm sure most of you know the issues poor Todd is having over there. So that will have to wait.
Being my first AKM, I want something cheap, just to see if I like the way the rifle fits me and what I need from it. I ended up purchasing a Romanian Wasr-10 from Centerfire Systems. Now I am pretty sure that Century builds these, and have read and heard about there craftsmanship.....or lack there of. But it seems all my Google searching for their problems are all from 2 years ago or more.
So my question(s) is this....Are the same problems still prevalent (canted sights, feed/mag-well issues, gas tubes)? Or did they step up their game in the last 3 years as to fix these issues?
My apologies in advance if this has been covered previously.....Was just hoping for some direct answers without filtering through opinions and such. Thanks guys! :salute:


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Apple has just confirmed that it will hold a US press conference on October 4, a Tuesday. You'd best get saving because we're almost certain this is when the iPhone 5, or 4S, will launch.
It happens just once a year, but is a day sure to get thousands of gadget fans unhealthily excited - iPhone launch day. Unless Apple is planning on a dramatic change of tact, October 4 will be the day the next-gen iPhone is launched. What do we know about it so far? Virtually nothing is certain. As ever, Apple has kept incredibly tight-lipped about its new product, preferring instead to wait until it's ready, like a temperamental artist pulling the velvet cloth off his latest masterpiece.
Looking at the latest movements in tech, the iPad 2 and the writhing soupy mass of rumours that's been simmering since the iPhone 4 launched, it's not hard to make several reliable conclusions. The iPhone 5 will almost certainly feature a dual-core processor, in-line with Android rivals like the Samsung Galaxy S II. The iPhone 4 is snappy, but its 1GHz A4 chip is starting to sound musty - although its performance is admittedly still more than acceptable. This will up its gaming power, and introduce the ability to play high bit-rate 1080p video.
The screen resolution and size will likely stay the same - rumours have suggested that size will rise above 4in, but we think Apple already knows it has hit a certain golden formula with its 3.5in screen. And its 960x640 pixel display remains class-leading with its 329dpi pixel density. If we're wrong, feel free to blow us a raspberry in the comments on October 4.
iOS 5 may be available on October 4 too
One improvement we're almost sure of is in its cameras. The iPhone 4 has among the better mobile phone cameras - it's easy to use, produces decent shots and great video. Yet, at five megapixels its specs are actually way off the best. If Apple continues the quality trend set by the iPhone 4, the iPhone 5's rumoured 8-megapixel camera could be something very special. We'll also be getting the ability to take a snap with a hardware button of some description - for iPhone 4 users the volume button will double for this duty.
Then there's the name. Some say it'll be the iPhone 5, some say it'll be a minor iterative upgrade and will adopt the "3GS-like" iPhone 4S tag. Others even suggest a budget iPhone will be introduced, but we doubt whether Apple would let the base quality of its products drop too low. October 4 should also see the iPhone 4 model drop into the bargain bin (this being Apple, its contents still aren't cheap, mind) so if you're thinking of snapping-up an iPhone 4 this week, wait.
Tim "Tiger Eyes" Cook may present the iPhone 5
This will be the first Apple product launch where tech superhero Steve Jobs has not acted as Apple CEO - having resigned in August 2011. As such, Tim Cook may be the man to take his place in the spotlight. Most likely wearing a shirt, rather than the Jobs trademark black polo neck.


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Wayne Law dean honored with equality award
Wayne State University Law School Dean Jocelyn Benson was honored Wednesday, June 11, with the Frederick Douglass Equality Award.
The award was given by the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Task Force Inc. at its Justice and Equality Awards Ceremony in Southfield. The award honors leadership and significant contributions to promote justice and equality.
Benson's areas of expertise include civil rights law, education law and election law. Prior to becoming dean, she served as associate director of Wayne Law's Damon J. Keith Center for Civil Rights. The center honors Keith, a legal and civil rights leader; promotes civil rights educational opportunities; and works to develop the next generation of civil rights activists.
Prior to joining the law faculty in 2005, Benson clerked for Keith on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit. She also worked as a legal assistant to Nina Totenberg at National Public Radio and investigated hate groups and hate crimes for the Southern Poverty Law Center.
She is the founder and executive director of the nonpartisan Michigan Center for Election Law, which hosts projects that support transparency and integrity in elections.
Benson was nominated for the award by Dorothy J. Dean, president of the task force. The all-volunteer organization, established in 1985, sponsors the annual MLK Peace Walk Celebration in Southfield each year, offers scholarships and promotes the importance of celebrating diversity.
"Wayne Law is proud of our commitment to serving the public interest, and I'm truly blessed to be able to work with talented students and faculty every day to advance civil rights locally," Benson said.


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Thank you both for the input! That helped smooth things out a little bit. I really appreciate it (:
Good news! So far we (boyfriend and I) are getting better and better with nights, actually down to being up only once. We were very short with outsides in the middle of night, if not potty up and into the crate he went done and done and I think he caught on quick.
ALSO we found out it was getting too warm for him, as one night he got me up and once outside sprawled out in the snow. So we removed a blanket and left only one thinly folded, put our window fan on him on low, and closed our bedroom vents and now he's sleeping like a charm. Were suffering a little in the morning since our bedroom is so chilly but I'll easily give up waking up to a warm room for a good nights sleep haha.
He also caught on to "ah! ah!" really fast and we utilize it a lot for behaviors we don't appreciate like chewing sleeves and if he chomps down too hard on skin. Works pretty well 90% of the time (if he doesn't feel like being a turd )
Even better news is lately he's been running to the door and whining to go potty! HORRAY! I hope it lasts. We give massive praise for this and constantly ask "Need to go outside/potty?" while we lead him to the door after naps.
So it's getting better. We haven't worked much on training lately because after a visit to the vet for tummy troubles he can't have treats for about a week. But we work on what he knows with verbal praise (:
Here's our goober!
It IS overwhelming! I'm not even getting my new puppy for a few weeks and I feel overwhelmed when I think about it!
Main thing is ---> http://www.germanshepherds.com/forum...s-puppies.html though...
Plus great tips on http://www.germanshepherds.com/forum...imer-tips.html
Good luck and we need pictures!
I admit I do scruff, but it's reserved for serious situations only. I'm not entirely PR, I do believe NR has it's place but for puppies I really focus on encouraging the positive rather then punish the negative. They are still learning and I want them happy and willing to please. I want this attitude: 'oh boy, I did THIS *insert behaviour* and I got the best reward! I should do it again' rather then: 'oh no, she's stomping over to me, I shouldn't have chewed that shoe. Now she's mad'
For potty training (my poodle was awful) if I caught them right in the act I would loudly clap my hands and AH AH! (which is my NR 'try again' noise) and pick them up and take them outside. Some dogs pick it up quickly and some don't, be consistant and go with what works. Some dogs literally have to be out every 30 minutes or less unless they're dead asleep, some can hold it a little longer. I don't have expectations, I look at the pup in front of me and work with what they can do. Limiting water can help, it can always be available but only a certain amount is in the bowl at all times.
You mention crate time and taking them out when they whine at night. Personally this is what I do, first I always have a leash, slippers, and a coat at the foot of the bed. I have a routine for bedtime where they get a large play session so they are tired before they go into the crate and are ready to sleep. If I wake up and hear the pup whine I get up right away, pick them up and straight outside. I don't praise or talk, simply take them out and wait - 90% of the time they do their business in seconds and I again pick them up and put them straight back in the crate and go back to bed. There is no playtime or reward, so the dog quickly realizes that while yes I will take you outside, there's no real fun in it so therefore no benefit outside of a empty bladder.
As for training, the puppy is only 9 weeks. Yes I train my puppies from day 1 when they come home but all training is fun and positive. I work more on shaping than actual training while they're that young, I encourage the good behaviours I see and slowly teach them new ones. Keep your expectations realistic and remember that short training sessions (even 5-10 seconds) are more beneficial then trying to keep that puppy brain engaged for 5-15 minutes in strict obedience
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Hello everyone!
I have been floating around this forum for a while before I decided to make a profile because I had some questions that I was either confused about or wasn't able to find elsewhere.
First thing is discipline. I keep reading that it is really bad or at least frowned upon to scruff your puppy? This is confusing for me because I have been told and have read that scruffing them is the proper way to discipline. I have been doing this if I catch him piddling in the house. Now, I am aware that it is at the fault of me not my puppy however I keep a hawk's eye on him at all times outside his crate and unfortunately he gives no signs of needing to pee, half the time I don't even know he's done it until he trots away and leaves a puddle behind.
Also, I do not scruff if I don't catch him in the middle of it. I am very aware that dogs do not understand what they've done if you miss the mark.
I guess I don't find a stern "NO" and lifting them up and away being sufficient to teach them what is desired? Can someone change my view on this?
I do massive praise when he potties outside and he does know to what to do once out there.
I guess I am just afraid saying "no" sternly won't do anything for teaching what not to do, if that makes sense?
I am VERY open to all suggestions, although I work with dogs they are all adults and this is my first puppy, puppy. Pike is only 9 weeks, so all help is welcome!
My next question is crate training. So far he does very well, he naps in his crate and goes in there on his own. When we go to bed he doesn't fuss however I have noticed that he will whine a little too much throughout the night.
Sometimes it is to go potty but we are having problems with him being taken out and just messing around in the snow. If he isn't going potty he is immediately picked up and put back and we are back to sleep but he sometimes does it consistently(going outside to mess around.) Other nights he sleeps from midnight until 6am.
I have read elsewhere sometimes you just have to ignore them when they whine and they will learn that time is only for potty time. Is this true? I don't know that I could ignore him for fear he really has to go.
Last, when it comes to training if they do not listen or disobey what is the best way to approach that?
So far he has "sit" down pat and "watch me" down really well but that is it so far.
I can't really get him to come when I want him to, only on his terms which is frustrating.
Don't worry! I know he is young, I don't expect that much out of him yet, I am just looking for training suggestions for the future.
There is SO MUCH info I am literally overwhelmed with the rights and wrongs of puppy raising and training, especially a GSD, and sometimes all this info counters itself and I am left stressed and hoping I am not doing anything that will ruin my dog emotionally or the like.
Thank you all in advance! I am a crazy first time mom, ha, I know I need to relax some but I want to raise him well and make sure he's happy and healthy.
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I've been tinkering around with car projects for many years, but am planning my first complete engine rebuild and am looking for some advice to see if I'm on the right track. This engine will be going into my 67 Camaro.
I just picked up a complete 327 275hp engine that came out of a 67 Caprice. It is mostly stock, but the previous owner upgraded the pistons with something like a 11.2 compression. It has the 462 camel hump heads. I'm thinking to make it more streetable and run regular pump gas, I need to change out the pistons to something with a smaller compression ratio.
When it is done, I would like to have a good balance between impressive street performance and good gas mileage. (Yes I know those are competing factors)
Here's my plan so far: Let me know what you think.
Strip down the motor, take it to the machine shop and have the block and crank checked and possibly rebored or ground as needed. I'm guessing the bore will end up being about .030 oversize. Also have the shop rebuild the heads using stock parts.
Speed Pro H660CP30 Hypereutectic Pistons w/ Moly Rings Kit.
Flat top with valve reliefs
This should give me about a 9.15 compression ratio using my 64cc heads.
What do you think about Moly or Cast Iron Rings?
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Using the Cam selector software from Comp Cam, I found a mild cam which they suggest makes good power, while providing good mileage.
It is the Comp Cam 12-205-2 Grind 252H High Energy model. I'm not sure what all the specs mean, but they are easily found by searching this model.
With my existing parts, their software says I should get about:
276 HP @ 4500rpm
376 ftlb @ 3000rpm
This is similar to the factory specs for hp and about 20 ftlb more of torque.
I've got a factory intake manifold model 3872783, which I think came from a mid 60's 300hp 327.
Carb is an Edelbrock 1406 600cfm, which is supposed to provide good performance as well as good mileage.
Exhaust will likely stay factory cast iron manifolds, but I'm open to other GM manifolds available or maybe even consider some small tube headers in the future.
I'm thinking of adding an HEI distributor, but would like any suggestions you have.
When I am done, it will all be painted up to look factory stock for my 67 Camaro, using mostly factory parts.
Feel free to offer me any advice that will help within my basic vision, but mostly to look over my shoulder and let me know if I'm on the right track or need to do some tweaking.
any reason you want to do an old 327 instead of a newer, cheaper, more reliable, more powerful, and more efficient 350?
I guess mostly for fun. The 67 Camaro is a nostalgic family project and the idea of putting in an era correct engine seems like the right thing to do. Also I already have most of the components and am thinking the experience of putting together a piece of history would be rewarding. Your comments are indeed thought provoking. Part of me wants to continue on the path I started, and see just what kind of performance and economy I can get out of it. That said, I'm still hoping for some detailed tweaking ideas on what I've already listed.
We "solved" that delemma for a local with HIS '67 Camaro. He wanted just what was described. A little more power than the 327, better fuel mileage and still LOOK "correct". Well, he dynoed 276 RWHP (about 320 FWHP) and gets 17 MPG (or so he SAYS. I have no reason to doubt him).
We used mostly the same "stuff" you list on the outside, including the intake. What we did "different" was make a 355... Some '67s had large journals, some small. Which is yours? If "large", a 350 or 383 crank is a "drop in" deal, using 350 or 383 pistons. We've also ground the mains down to small journal and used a 350 crank (not advisable with the longer stroke 383 crank). As long as you keep revs under 6,000 or so, the smaller mains won't be a liability. No nitrous, either, but it doesn't sound like that's what you're after.
A dished piston to get compression under 9.5:1 and a Comp XE265H makes for good low-end power and snappy response. All "done" by about 5,600. He LOVES his engine. It does EXACTLY what he wanted it to.
A used LT1 engine will cost less than just having your heads rebuilt and in stock form will give you more power, MUCH better mileage, and better durability. Yes it'll be fuel injected, but stepping up 30 years in technology isn't a bad thing...
The ONLY reason I would worry about numbers is if you have some REALLY REALLY rare car and want to keep it original.
Nothing wrong with putting an LT1 in any car, that's what hotrodders do.
But, with respect I think your choice to be "era correct" is a good choice in the case of '67 Camaro. As long as it looks correct, it will have more value than if you put the newer LT1 in it.
Upgrading the 327 to a 350 can be a good idea, especially if your block has the large journal crank. That change is affordable and from the outside only you will know it has been changed.
While the 462 heads are dated, they are remembered fondly by those of us who were around before the vortec engines. Keeping them for your camaro will work just fine, and they will look correct.
As for pistons, I would work towards 10 to 1, use a little longer duration cam (like the XE265 P-Body recommended) and you can still run pump gas with just a bit of lope in your idle. That cam should work fine in the lighter car, more so with a manual trans and a bit taller (numerically higher) gear.
Post the casting codes, date codes, and stamping code (if it's still there) for your block and crank. I'll look them up in my books when I get home tonight (just for fun).
Post some pics of your Camaro.
Second, collector car value is built on a foundation of Sentimental value. If we didn't love these cars we wouldn't spend a dime on them. Thus number's matching, era correct wouldn't mean anything, only the scrap value of the metal would determine value. Because as transportation the old cars are too outdated, inefficient, unsafe, etc.
It is way too easy to surmise that these factors don't count if they are not personally important to you, but the smart money will recognize that they do count in the collector car world.
Now with recent trends in "resto-mods", there is good value in properly prepared collectable cars with updates; but this value is only recognized in a few cases and almost always relys on high quality work. The truth is in most of these cases, there is very little money made because the cost of components and labor for high quality are so expensive.
Back to the case at hand, even a good experienced builder would be hard pressed to make the 67 Camaro with the LT1 sell for significantly more than a correct looking 327/350 version of the car (all other factors - brakes, trans, suspension, etc being the same). IMHO :thumbup:
The OP can do what he wishes and if he has personal sentiment towards the 327 then that's a good option for him, but it is NOT the better financial decision. Again, there's NOTHING wrong with picking personal sentiment over a dollar value, if anything I support not just chasing the dollar, BUT there is NO advantage the 327 would offer other than a possible personal sentiment.
Personal sentiment is a LARGE part of why things are built the way they are in the custom auto world though and it is a very valid reason.
Bottom line the car should be built to satisfy the OP, but the OP should know going into it that there are other options that are more appealing to other people and those options should at least be considered.
On that point a LS swap would be about the same cost as would building a 400ci sbc or a big block swap- all of them are valid reasons and if you buy a running but used engine they are cheaper than building one yourself, and can be more powerful, more efficent, lighter, more reliable, etc.
Hell swap in a Jaguar V12 if you feel like it.
ap72 and starnest,
I appreciate the feedback I have received from both of you. While it is somewhat competive between the two viewpoints, it allows me to ponder just where I want to go between the two. I have often questioned what I would do, if I find the 327 block needs both a bore and the crank ground, as well as the heads rebuilt. I realize I could go out and purchase a good running 350, bolt on my intake, exhaust, and a new cam and have a more efficient and powerful engine for less money. As for the sentimental reasons, part of my perspective, is I'm building a car very similar to a 67 I had 32 years ago. I'm now 55 years old, and part of my "mid life crisis" is to recapture some of the good old days I had when I was younger. You are right, it is not completely rational or financial, but to balance it all out, it would also be good if it was. With a set of headers, my design should put out about 300hp and 400ftlbs, and I'm still hoping for gas mileage in the mid teens.
Here's a photo of the current car I am building:
You can easily hit your power goals with a 327, and it seems you have a lot of sentiment over that engine.
I suggest you consider other heads though. Even the aluminum Chinese heads if you can't afford better. By the time you put new guides, springs, valves, valve job, etc in those heads you'll have $500 or more in them. If you still want to go with the old iron (again for sentiment) be sure to get a good valve job and open those ports up, they are TINY in stock form and taking out 20cc's in the right places would get you a lot more power and torque. Also, if the seats are good enough stay with 1.94/1.5 valves, until you get over 450hp or so the smaller valves are actually better.
Rollie, I apologize for hijacking your thread, I did put a few ideas for your project in an earlier post. Good luck with your Camaro. BTW I saw the pic in your journal, it looks great.
Not to mention he'll get about 5 or more mpg better and it is a LOT easier to drive.
I've done a lot of junk yard engine installations for people and the primary reason why is that it just makes more sense than rebuilding when you can get an engine with less than 100k miles on it for $400 or less.
With all that said it seems a 327 would satisfy his reach for days gone by much better and as such I say do what makes ya happy!
An LT1 that needs nothing mechanically for $400? Maybe. Maybe you get it home and take it down for fresh gaskets, etc. and find the short block needs the works, and one of the heads is cracked.
The idea of stuffing the 27 block w/a longer arm and pistons to match the CR and the stroke is a sound approach IMHO.
In that car, reusing the fuelies would look right, Vortecs will run better, your choice.
Using styling cues from that era on the engine (finned aluminum v-covers, a front-mounted oil fill tube, things like that) will offset any loss of "the look" from using different heads to some extent- but fuelies will be the best for popping the hood at the Steak & Shake.
If the intake has the U-shaped heat riser channel, be sure you use the right type of stainless steel clad gasket between the intake and carb.
Nice looking car, BTW. Good luck.
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Budsgunshop.com has 17 round g17 mags for $21.56 apiece plus shipping.
NatchezSS.com will beat that, as will (ack) Botach and Calssportingarmory.com. Plan on $18 or so for new ones, and as low as $7 for used ones.
Check out centerfiresystems.com. I got cheap Korean mags there. Wish I knew them earlier. Less than $8 for g17. But you'd have to do bit of deburring and they work as well as eom parts, just as reliable.
I think the plastic was hot when they fused it to the metal frame, so it oozed out on a couple of holes inside the mag, preventing smooth slide of the cartridges. Just take them apart, scrape them off with something like a small chisel. Worth doing if you're going to get a bunch of them.
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|ya I that one diagram is gone but I understood what you meant by either looking at the turn or looking right in front. Both could be solved by simply looking ahead. Same goes for regular street driving. Well its winter now so there wont be much practicing but im getting a set of blizzak revo1's on tomorrow so i'll have a little bit more winter confidence.
|wow im worse than i thought... i dont see any lines!
^^^I'm not about to cloud the rookie's mind with competitive or defensive racing lines just yet...
The fast line is one thing, with the racing line being something completely different. But free of traffic, on a normal day, the green line is is the ideal line...
But for ideal cornering, green is the fastest.
|^ GREAT post. Thanks. I'll read it tonight.
3 BIG tips that will help you more than anything.
LOOK AHEAD!!! This is probably the most important technique there is. The vast majority of people look just a few feet ahead of them, and that tendency increases with speed. That's a very bad thing though, because when you're focussing on turn 1 you're making a 100% charge at that corner, and not seeing where you need to go when you get there. It's not just about taking that corner at the fastest possible speed, but lining up for what comes next. Let's take this graphic as an example.
The red and yellow lines are the incorrect lines, but are one's many people take, simply because they aren't looking ahead.
With the red line, the driver is probably staring right at the inside of the corner, charging full speed at it. When he gets there, though, he looks up and realizes that he isn't pointed at near where he wants to be, and to get going he'll have to brake and lose a ton of momentum. He'll get to that corner .3 seconds faster, but he'll get to the next one 3 full seconds slower.
The driver on the yellow line probably has their eyes glued to the tarmac right in front of them, concentrating on keeping his/her speeding car straight and on track. By the time they reach the corner and look up, it's too late. They again have to scrub off a ton of speed just to get turned into the corner and get going to the next one. Not as bad as the red line, but they are still far behind the wise Mr. Green Line. This is, by the way, the most common way people take corners.
The good driver on the green line, let's call him Carrera26 , knows to start looking at the next turn way back on the straight. Not only that, but he's looking at the straight coming after the turn. Because he sees it early, he can see with great accuracy where he is going to have to start turning, and how much he'll have to turn in to make it through the turn with the least possible steering applied. Referring back the friction circle, he can maximize his braking and acceleration the entire time because he is keeping his cornering forces to a minimum. He'll know to slow down enough that he will be able to carve a single shallow arc through the corner, and not only come out of it with the highest speed, but also with the greatest ability to accelerate. And by the time he is close to the turn, he has already seen what the right line is, so he doesn't have to pay the corner any more mind. It's already taken care of, as he made that decision back on the straight. Now he's keeping an eye on the outside edge of the track to make sure his left wheels stay on the tarmac, and then down to the next turn. I would say by the time he reaches the apex, he's already looking down track to the next corner.
Never look where you are, or where you will be in just a second or two. Especially on track, you're going so fast that no matter what you see there, you won't be able to do a damn thing about it anyway so what use is it? Every time you are in a turn you should be looking at the next turn or even 2-3 turns ahead at the AutoX.
This is especially important on tighter courses or sections. Let's say you have the turn in the picture, and then a sharp left at the end. If you are looking ahead, you will already know that you need to be on the right of the track in time to set up for that turn. If you are looking right in front of you, you might get that first turn OK, but now you are screwed for the second turn. And in fighting to get back in line for turn 2, you'll not only lose time but probably screw yourself for turn 3, and so on and so forth.
You push your successes and failiures ahead of you. When you biff one turn, you probably screwed the next 2 or 3 turns as well. So if you do end up missing something, don't try to rush and make up time, because it'll just lose you even more. Calm down and get the next one as right as you can, and you'll be right back to where you should be.
BE IN YOUR EXIT GEAR GOING IN Turning is delicate and tough enough without having to worry about shifting at the same time, not to mention doing so will throw your balance off. If you are going to need 1st gear coming out of the turn, get into 1st before you get there. Do it while you're heading straight(ish), while you have a little time to slow down and do it right and sure. You might sacrifice .2 or .3 seconds because you get there slower, but like the turns, you'll lose 1 or 2 full seconds if you come out of the turn at 2500 RPM in 2nd gear with no power and taking a half second to shift when you could be accelerating. Often, in your rush, you'll miss the gear entirely and really screw the pooch. Many times, shifting at all takes so much time and concentration away that you shouldn't even worry about it. My instructor did one run at the AutoX School in 1st with a ton of power (and wheelspin) and shifted a couple times. Then he ran it again, short shifting to 2nd right away. Felt a ton slower, but he cut 1.2 seconds off his time on a 30 second course. He's a professional instructor, so he can shift with the best of them and was going 100% both times, and 1.2 seconds is huge. Without taking time to shift and worrying about wheelspin, he did massively better.
LOOK AHEAD Umm, did I mention how important this is?!?! Seriously, everything will become simple and easy if you are looking ahead right. When I did it right, it honestly felt like the course just melted away. Even though I hadn't looked at a single turn I went through for several seconds, I never touched a single cone. I could see exactly how fast I needed to go, when to turn, how sharp to turn, where I could go fast, where I needed to go slow, etc. etc. etc. The whole thing stopped being such a mystery, and it became obvious what I needed to do.
|Just practice but don't practice with other cars around or in neighborhoods you'll kill someone or your self just take it easy go slow around turns and slowy increase the speed at which you enter you will start to feel the car and whats its doing oh crap just listen to everybody here.
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fuzombz wrote:This is Fabulous!!!! We All need this shirt now!!!! Got's my vote!
Hello and welcome to woot. You cannot vote until you make at least one purchase from any woot site.
msgmissy wrote:No probs! Glad it was caught so early in the derby. Got my vote!
easysailor wrote:I Want this shirt. Vote vote vote!
Thanks. I sincerely hope your desire is fulfilled.
j5 wrote:It's Sunday and you're still in the fog.
Crazy right? I can't believe it, thanks to all who took the time to look at this shirt and those who voted.
I'm just hoping taters head doesn't get too big :p
Re: Shiver me Timbers!
Funny got my vote. I like the lower placement - something different.
Re: FLYING DUTCHMAN SHIP
Quite nice!
Re: One-Eyed Pirates
Poor little fellow on the left. One eye and still has a patch, lol
Re: How to Drive a Pirate Mad
That's amazing! How in the world did you do that?
Love it. Hope it wins in time for me to buy it for Pi Day.
Re: Parley
This is beautiful, Pixel. Im so sad it didnt go up sooner. It really deserves to push to the fog asap! I love the overall scene and the amazing tiny details. Just superb work!!! +1!
omarfeliciano wrote:Poor little fellow on the left. One eye and still has a patch, lol
I think the one on the right does too. They look like Plankton from SpongeBob!
kharmazero wrote:oh you got astral ark Thanks a lot,hope this one will make it too
here's some details ;-)))
brockart wrote:This is great! The Cd's and the 8-tracks must be manning the ship.
Thanks! (o;
zoobawa wrote:yes, this is great.
only thing that could have made it better IMO would be it being more a gradual fade to black on the edges of the skull versus a straight edge. But good nonetheless.
computermd82 wrote:Now this is awesome! Can I buy this now? lol
+1 vote to you, Good luck!
Thank you!! (o;
odysseyroc wrote:Great work Jorge.
Thank you Tony!
stonedsavant wrote:Absolutely stunning. Only way it could possibly be improved is with the aforementioned glow in the dark ink in either that current light blue or a green.
Hope I get a chance to buy it!
mjc613 wrote:I think people would have to get very close to see the numbers on the shirt.
Well if you can see the numbers being this small I think the real print size will be ok , in case gets printed.
skatergirlnyc wrote:Awesome.
Thank you! (o;
Re: The PiRAT
I love it, can't wait to buy it
don't usuallu post but there's enough people grousing about this one wanted to say I *like* the pun and the subtlety
izzyofthesecondkind wrote:Looks pretty similar to the shirt on this site...
Really not sure what to tell you but its my idea , never saw that site or that tee shirt before , I guess its pretty usual that two or more people can have the same idea or the same way to represent an idea , I got the idea right after naming my first submission to this derby wich is called ¨Music Piracy" , right after thought about Digital Piracy and started working on this one , I have worked binary or ones and zeros concepts before to represent cyber or digital things in past derbies so its a usual thing for me , here an example of a past entry where I used that same kind of thing ... http://shirt.woot.com/Derby/Entry.aspx?id=52804
Thats all I can tell you.
Re: All Sails Ahead!
Stunning work , you are very talented and I always enjoy your entries very much , congrats.
Re: Digital Piracy
Many thanks to all who are supporting my entry , appreciated.
Cheers! (o;
First- Nice design Nalito. I think I have seen some mention that they have printed things like cards of a design before, but as it was not mass produced it was allowed. But as a hazy memory isn't a very useful tool to determine which is right it will be interesting to see what happens over the next few days.
aerc712 wrote:Again, I'm new so there are only so many things that I've read and I don't always know who's an artist or not. I didn't know that Narfcake has not submitted a design, to go with that example. I just was trying to express that I've interpreted certain messages to have a tone of artists knowing more than non-artists. Guess I just misinterpreted everything. Disregard everything I've said.
Artists who have printed and read their contract do know more than even other artists who have not read the contract. If you wish to know the contract I do believe that you can download it from the submission pages without any obligation to submit any art to the site.
No one will talk with the assumption that a poster knows the rules of the site they are posting on unless they have interacted with that poster previously. So anytime someone says something that looks confused about rules, the rules will be clarified first, even if ultimately it does not answer the intended question.
And unless you link the examples of artists talking down to us non-artist you will look like someone who attacked an artist and escalated it after they replied calmly and informatively.
Most replies have been that woot has the final say not the artists (in other threads too). And if someone ignores the rules the artists with the disadvantage in this competition will be the ones who follow the rules.
Re: First Day With the Hook
+1 for making me laugh hard enough for my roommate to sigh and ask, "What's on Woot?"
Re: Some Translation Required
Love the last translation. But why's the rum always gone?!?!?!?!?!
Re: Watery Grave Resub.
Arrrrr, still the same treasure, sunken ship and pirate - just cleaned up a bit to correct some drawing errors and remove the half toning.
Re: No Quarter Given
very cool; put it into the fog, people.
Re: Pirate Toast - Arrr!
like it; cute enough for many smiles.
Re: Sky Pirate
Re: Shiver Me Timbers
Re: Pirate (space)ship
Always look forward to your designs, omarfeliciano.
I for one am disgusted at the legions of Tatternuggets and Ignorant voters who will blindly vote for anything they put up. Just seeing their names on a collab usually gaurantees that they hit the fog. From their constant use of pop culture to the turtles and bunnies, the mindless masses that vote for their so-called entries have clearly never read their extensive entry in encyclopedia dramatica, which details all of Tatternuggets and Ignorant's shennanigans over the years. Why, the section on how often they have stolen from orphans has ten pages just on the references and links themselves!
(For those who can't tell this is a gag, I'm sorry, I'm so sorry. Seriously though, it's nice to see you guys grab a fog spot. I hear it's an honor just to be nominated. ;) GMV )
Assassin15 wrote:Whoa... wish you had entered this earlier!
Thanks a lot, well i had some things to do this week end ;-)))so did this one lately ;-))
axphw1 wrote:Quite nice!
thanks a lot
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Two left feet
panpear wrote:Oh ho. It is a treasure chest. Apparently my eyes don't work... or are a little too focused on the weekend. And indeed, that makes more sense too, though I was just taking the 'shaking the booty' as dancing.
Haha, seeing this made my day!
Shut up and take my money!
I kinda wish that you didnt smooth out the edges, ya know? Made it look like real ascii art.
j5 wrote:I like the mid-century mod feel of the treasure chest/boots/wardrobe elements, but the "sad sack" rendering of her face is incongruous to the rest of it. The mixed styling detracts from an otherwise well done design.
Sad sack? LOL! I'm afraid that most of my illustrations are along the same line. Keepin it real! Not everyone is a super model. ) Thanks for the critic. If I'm going to hope for a win, I guess I better take it and try to improve.
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This is part of our series of posts that we are putting together about how we approach PPC campaign management for our clients.
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- Google AdWords ad extensions – Part 1 – What they are & how they work
This is a follow up to the part 1 cliff hanger, PPC Campaign Domination: Google AdWords Ad Extensions: What They Are & How They Work. I know all of our rabid fans have been losing sleep about the results. In fact, I personally have received dozens and dozens of emails, DM's and even, yes, snail mail begging and pleading with me to release the results and insights from our client test.
Like any good test, we determined a few questions that needed to be answered before the test started.
Google AdWords Ad Extensions Questions Left to Answer:
Question 1: Can we even do product extensions for our client?
Google sets certain requirements for the landing environment for a product ad extension to be eligible. They require a fixed price to be listed, a secure click-to-buy option and a photo of the product on said landing page. Our client has none of these, but we didn't let that stop us from trying.
Answer: I guess this is a 'yes' with a shazam!
Question 2: Is it possible for Google to show a SiteLinks ad extension in conjunction with a product ad extension?
Answer: An emphatic YES! Now that is what I call Total PPC Campaign Domination.
Question 3: Are SiteLinks only for branded searches?
Answer: No…with a but. Once again, a high quality score is a prerequisite for this ad extension. Meaning every term is game, but to have a high quality score your campaign has to rock. This is usually the case with your own branded terms. Landing page relevancy and CTR will be high with those terms, but creating an excellent landing environment for non branded or category terms can trigger this extension. Just don't expect to have a SiteLinks ad extension serve for competitor terms or terms with low quality scores.
Question 4: Can we report on whether Google AdWords ad extensions are effective?
Answer: Yes…with a duh. Obviously, Google isn't going to unveil something in AdWords, which is their bread and butter ($15.7 billion worth of it), without the ability to report on it. These extensions may also be an attempt to increase clicks on paid search results (Google claims relevance) because clicks mean dollars for them and possibly for advertisers too (note: there is also a reporting option for local or map ad extensions).
Our Google AdWords Ad Extension Results:
When designing this test we hypothesized that this would increase click through rate for our Google PPC ads. We also thought that our conversion rate for category level terms would drop due to an increase in traffic and customers getting to the page and not either A.) not seeing what they thought they were going to see, or B.) realizing there is no way to buy the product directly from the manufacturer. Finally, we wondered if Google would catch us, and stop running our product extensions.
Here are the results of our ad extensions test:
Click through rate was 65% better when Google served an ad with an extension.
Overall account conversion still remains over 20%. This is a huge bonus, as we half expected conversion rate to drop significantly. It did drop slightly, but not by 65%, so it is a winner, and winner in paid search language means keeper.
Google did not catch us. However, the caveat is still there because there will be oversight, soon, as unscrupulous advertisers start exploiting this weakness.
Google AdWords Ad Extensions Strategy and Insights:
- Strategy tip 1: Identify high value or high quality score terms in your paid search account, and create campaigns just for them. This is a good tip overall, but it is especially powerful to use with the SiteLinks extension. You will be able to fully fund this campaign while keeping a high ad rank. This means SiteLinks and all of the goodies that come with it such as 140 extra characters of ad copy will help you dominate SERPs.
- Strategy tip 2: Tag your SiteLinks urls using Google's handy URL builder so you can identify using your analytics whether your paid search visitor arrived via one of your deeper links, or simply clicked the headline.
- Strategy tip 3: Do the best you can to match the product(s) shown in the extension to be on the landing page. Nothing will upset an interwebz user more than going somewhere that doesn't match their expectations.
- Insight 1: Unexpected results. Of the 27,000+ impressions with the plus box visible, only 138 brave souls dared interact with the PPC ad. This is definitely surprising to me on two fronts. The first being only .50% of our market for this client is curious about the plus box. The other is just the addition of the plus box seems to induce clicks.
- Insight 2: Why is Google doing this (hint: relevance is not the answer)? This is purely conjecture on my part, but my belief is that Google is simply merchandising the properties to get their existing advertisers to use more of their products. Additionally, these types of ad formats are not currently available to advertisers on competing paid search platforms. With the Microsoft-Yahoo Alliance (insert Star Wars Rebel Alliance joke) looming in the very near future, now is the time for Google to further solidify their position as the best and most robust platform for pay-per-click advertising.
- Insight 3: In case you were wondering. Yes, there are product ad extensions for hair extensions.
Testing new and cool technology and techniques is part of why working in this industry is both fascinating and rewarding. Success like this is always great. However, even if this test hadn't produced positive results, we still would have won in the end because as our previous campaign domination posts indicate, Amplify Interactive is big on testing.We take a measured and methodical approach to our PPC management, and this means testing new toys in our bag of SEM tricks. Finding out what doesn't work is almost as big of a win as finding out what does work.


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