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Diapers? Check.
The Associated Credit Union Foundation recently collected more than 3,000 diapers, along with baby formula and wipes, during its diaper drive for Operation HomeFront Georgia, which provides emergency financial and other assistance to the families of our service members and wounded warriors.
"Special thanks to the employees, associates and patrons of Associated Credit Union, your thoughtfulness and generosity continues to help our military families take a deep breath during financial crisis. Most Americans don't recognize the exorbitant cost of diapers and formula. Your gift truly helps our families stretch their grocery dollar," said Kim Scofi, the organization's president/CEO.
The Associated Credit Union Foundation was formed in 2009 as the philanthropic arm of the $1.3 billion, 155,000-member Associated Credit Union in Norcross, Ga.

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Draft Report: Hitting the prep ranks
High school players displaying dominance at showcases
By Jonathan Mayo / MLB.com
The Draft Report is back with a decided prep feel.
The last few weeks had been a bit college heavy with the start of the NCAA season and all. We're not ignoring the universities this week -- there are two from those ranks for your perusal -- but the other nine are all from the younger set.
And they run the gamut, with three pitchers, two shortstops, a pair of toolsy outfielders (one of whom currently plays shortstop), a Canadian catcher and a power-hitting first baseman. The Draft Report isn't limiting itself geographically, either, hopping around from Florida to Georgia, California to Michigan, with a stop north of the border (OK, he was playing in Arizona, but play along) and one in the South (Alabama, to be precise).
Jack Armstrong, RHP
Jupiter HS, Jupiter, Fla.
Still getting into game shape following his basketball season, Armstrong threw 40 pitches in a recent outing against Palm Beach Gardens High School, but it was a starting point for what should be a highly scrutinized season. Complete Report.
Video: Jack Armstrong
Tim Beckham, SS
Griffin HS, Griffin, Ga.
One of the more exciting players in the Draft class, Beckham has five-tool potential and the ability to stay at his premium position at the next level. And no, he's not related to Gordon Beckham, the University of Georgia shortstop we profiled recently. Complete Report.
Video: Tim Beckham
Isaac Galloway, OF
Los Osos HS, Rancho Cucamonga, Calif.
Yet another toolsy high school outfielder from Southern Cali, Galloway has a little more "now" skills than his SoCal counterparts, Aaron Hicks and Anthony Gose. Complete Report.
Video: Isaac Galloway
Rolando Gomez, SS
Flanagan HS, Pembroke Pines, Fla.
Gomez's skills were on display at the LaGrange Invitational in Georgia, where he showed some good overall skills and an advanced understanding of how to play the game. Complete Report.
Video: Rolando Gomez
D.J. Hicks, 1B
Lake Brantley HS, Altamonte Springs, Fla.
There are several elite first basemen to choose from, both in the high school and college ranks. Hicks might be a tick below them, but his power is definitely getting noticed. Complete Report.
Video: D.J. Hicks
Destin Hood, SS/OF
St. Paul's Academy, Mobile, Ala.
A two-sport star who has signed with the University of Alabama to be a wide receiver -- and play baseball -- Hood's athleticism and raw tools will surely interest many organizations. Whether they can woo him from his college commitment remains to be seen. Complete Report.
Video: Destin Hood
Brett Lawrie, C/3B
Brookswood SS, Langley B.C.
It can be difficult to see Canadian talent at times, but Lawrie was in Arizona with the Langley Blaze to participate in the Pima Wood Bat tournament. He showed off a strong bat and some catching skills in a game against the New Mexico Military Institute. Complete Report.
Video: Brett Lawrie
Kyle Lobstein, LHP
Coconino HS, Flagstaff, Ariz.
Even though he's just getting started with his baseball season -- basketball season accounts for his late start -- Lobstein still fired six one-hit innings, allowing one run and striking out 10 in a recent outing against Glendale High School in Arizona. Complete Report.
Video: Kyle Lobstein
Ethan Martin, RHP
Stephens County HS, Toccoa, Ga.
Many scouts went to the Stephens County vs. American Heritage game to see how American Heritage's hitter -- Eric Hosmer, most notably -- did against a hard thrower (Martin). They left as excited about the young pitcher as they have been about any pitcher in some time. Martin, if this one start is any indication, has made a tremendous leap forward and will undoubtedly be closely watched from this point forward. Complete Report.
Video: Ethan Martin
Buster Posey, C
Florida State University
One of the top college backstops in the Draft class, Posey was hitting .391 and slugging .703 through his first 17 games. Complete Report.
Video: Buster Posey
Zach Putnam, RHP
University of Michigan
The Wolverines' two-way star didn't have a good start at the LeClair Classic against East Carolina -- five runs in 6 1/3 IP -- but still showed some intriguing things to scouts in attendance. Complete Report.
Video: Zach Putnam
Jonathan Mayo is a reporter for MLB.com. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.


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'You did us proud' police chief tells his officers - including the Specials- who dealt with Wisbech stabbings
PUBLISHED: 18:26 24 March 2014 | UPDATED: 18:29 24 March 2014
Wisbech police – including the force's specials- won praise tonight for their role in dealing with the weekend stabbings.
Their boss, acting chief inspector Robin Sissons, described the scene near Orange Grove, Wisbech, as an incident "that has challenged the officers of Fenland.
"When they arrived at the scene, not only were there multiple victims with potentially life threatening injuries that needed to be cared for. There were also multiple offenders to be arrested and different crime scenes to be protected."
Chief Insp Sissons said: " This all happened on a Saturday night when calls for service is at its highest.
"My officers were highly professional and dedicated (all of them worked long hours)."
He added that he was "particularly grateful to the Special Constabulary for their extraordinary enthusiasm that they showed. I am really proud of them all".
* A man and a woman have been charged with stabbing two men in Wisbech and will appear in court in the morning at Kings Lynn.
Two victims remain in hospital in a serious but stable condition. A third was released from hospital after treatment.


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Blue Bird Lane Auto Sales in Greensburg, Kentucky Adds U-Haul Rentals
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Families needing the finest in moving services now will have increased convenience and a shorter distance to travel when moving, which not only will make their move easier but also will have the positive effect of reducing the amount of carbon emissions released into the atmosphere. U-Haul partnering with business owners across North America to increase convenience for customers while helping our environment is just one of the programs that support U-Haul Company's Corporate Sustainability initiatives.
Blue Bird Lane Auto Sales can now offer its customers a variety of moving equipment and supplies designed specifically for moving household furnishings, including moving vans, open trailers, closed trailers, furniture pads, appliance dollies, furniture dollies, tow dollies and auto transports. Blue Bird Lane Auto Sales also will offer sales items to protect their customers' belongings and make moving easier, such as heavy-duty boxes, which are made of up to 90 percent recycled content and are available in a variety of sizes.
"U-Haul is proud to be partnering with a quality independent business such as Blue Bird Lane Auto Sales," exclaimed Greg Ruffing, president, U-Haul Company of Nashville. "Blue Bird Lane Auto Sales is a great example of the type of successful business relationship U-Haul has established in order to build and maintain a strong network of more than 15,000 independent dealers across North America."
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Vermont hopes to open up land with posting changes
MONTPELIER (AP) - The Vermont Department of Fish and Wildlife is implementing a new rule that will expand options for landowners who want to restrict who can use their land to hunt, fish or trap.
Wildlife officials hope that by adding the option of "hunting by permission only" to the regulations governing the posting of land against hunting, fishing and trapping, more private land will be opened up to sportsmen.
"To me, it's fostering the old Vermont tradition of being neighborly," said Mark Scott, the Department of Fish and Wildlife's director of wildlife. "Some landowners would like to send a message that my land's posted, but come and talk to me."
The department is holding a public hearing on the new rule from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the Pavilion office building in Montpelier. The plan is to have the rules in place for the fall hunting season.
Evan Hughes, a vice president of the Vermont Federation of Sportsmen's Clubs, said his organization supports the change because members frequently complain about lack of access to land.
"It's a real problem," Hughes said. "Unfortunately, it's something that can lead to our folks going elsewhere, outside of Vermont, to pursue their activities because there's more access available."
Previously, landowners could only prohibit people from using their land. The law didn't provide an option for landowners to decide who could use it.
In Waterbury Center, landowner Felix Callan has used unofficial hunting-by-permission-only signs on his land at the base of the Mount Hunger range of mountains. About a half dozen hunters a year asked him for permission.
"They use good judgment," Callan said. "And when I stop by the road and ask them if they've caught anything, they're pleasant to talk to and respectful." He said he didn't know whether he'd formally register his land as hunting by permission only once the new law takes effect.
Unlike most states, the Vermont Constitution enshrines the right "to hunt and fowl" on private lands "not inclosed."
Anyone is free to put up no-trespassing signs or hunting-by-permission-only signs, but under the old system, violators would be treated as trespassers. Under the new regulations, when land is legally posted, offenders would be violating a law of the Department of Fish and Game, and punishment would be harsher. In some cases, violators can lose their hunting licenses.
"One of the biggest complaints with our outdoors folks is access to land," Hughes said. "They don't want to be denied access that might be possible if alternative ways of keeping people that the landowners want off the land can be achieved."
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Creating Art With Trash To Inspire Change
Imagine finding 305 bottle caps, 120 lighters and 254 odd flip flops at a beach near you. What would you do? PADI Instructor Joanna Hurford collected so much trash she decided to get creative and raise awareness about the rubbish issue in Indonesia and marine debris worldwide.
"On my days off, I collected marine debris washed onto the beach, from around the island. We also organise regular beach clean-ups and Dive Against Debris. 10 beach clean-ups and lots of bags of rubbish later I produced a video to show how many of the same items you find. Marine debris can take hundreds of years to break down and until it does, it damages the aquatic life and the marine environment. I wanted to show just how many 'silent killers' are polluting our island paradise," said Joanna.
Joanna works at Trawangan Dive where they offer a ''Dive for FREE on Fridays'' to involve divers in Dive Against Debris. Recently volunteers helped remove over 5kg of rubbish from the Bounty Reef and reported their data online at projectaware.org.
In the true spirit of recycling old trash Joanna reused 217 bottle caps and 63 lighters from the video to create a Turtle Artwork for World Ocean Day. The event also showcased the effects of bycatch and pollution on our fragile marine environment. Using beautifully painted recycled plastic bottles, fish were shaped and attached to a net, to highlight a common fishing practice seen around Gili Trawangan, net fishing. This threatens already endangered marine animals frequently seen around the Gili's, like white tip sharks and green turtles, through entanglement and drowning, and discarding non-targeted species that are caught back into the ocean.
The more we know about debris underwater, the more we can influence change in waste management at local, national and international levels – shaping policies needed to stop trash at the source. Let's Dive Against Debris™ for a clean and healthy ocean planet.
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Patti Gets Married to the MOB on Millionaire Matchmaker
Patti Stanger knows what's up...most of the time. In the newest installment of Millionaire Matchmaker does Manhattan, Patti set-up two great matches, but gave out some iffy advice to Married to the MOB owner, Leah McSweeney.
Leah owns the street wear line Married to the MOB, and went to Patti for help finding a manly guy to fall in love with. Before meeting Will though, an awesome/hot chef in New York, Patti told Leah to tone down her masculine energy in order to find a nice guy.
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It's understandable that Patti didn't want her talking about sex on their first date, but that's what she tells everyone. No doubt Leah is pretty aggressive-but is it okay to tell someone not to be themselves in order to hook a guy? Do you really need to get someone to go out with you using an improved version of yourself? Sooner or later, Leah's real personality will come out...so is it worth it to hide from the beginning?
In the end, Leah ended up getting back with her ex, but Will was undeniably a great match, and Patti swore that because Leah toned down her masculine energy she attracted men.
Patti's commentary on anything is amazing. Don't things like this make you think that Patti is a different version of the Sassy Gay Friend? Sometimes you just need that awesome friend to tell you how stupid you're being, but that your shoes are really hot.
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Patti also had Jordan Osher, the owner of MeetTheFamous.com, on the show. The web-site allows people to create a profile, upload media of celebrtiies (video, photographs, etc.), and then MeetTheFamous.com takes care of selling the photo and everything in between. He was nerdy and had ADD, but looked like a young Jerry Seinfeld and seemed like a genuinely nice guy (if you like helicopters and wine tastings).
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An Arlington man was sentenced to 80 years in prison for raping his adult daughter, prosecutors said.
The man was sentenced Friday for the January 2012 crime. He was convicted at a jury trial.
The daughter had been estranged from her father for decades after he left their home country, but the two got back into touch when the woman moved to the U.S. with her mother, prosecutors said.
The man lured his daughter to a hotel room in Arlington, forced her to have sex and kept her from leaving the room, authorities said.
The Associated Press does not identify victims of sex crimes and is not identifying the father to protect the daughter's identity.


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A drought covering two-thirds of the country has damaged much of the country's corn crops and pushed grain prices to record levels, triggering fears that a spike in food prices will soon follow.
But there are many factors that determine the price of goods on supermarket shelves. A diminished corn supply doesn't mean the prices for all foods will be squeezed in the same way.
In fact, you're more likely to see higher prices for milk and meat than corn on the cob. That's because the sweet corn that shoppers buy at a grocery store is grown differently and not as vulnerable to drought conditions. As for the corn that's used as grain feed for cows, however, farmers are paying more as the drought persists.
"The financial stress is starting to mount because the bills (to feed the cows) are bigger than they were six months ago," says Chris Galen, a spokesman for the National Milk Producers Federation. "What will consumers will see as a result? That's where it gets a little murkier."
One major factor that complicates the equation is the amount that supermarkets decide to mark up the foods they sell to shoppers. Since supermarkets are facing stiffer competition from big-box retailers and drug stores, they're being much more judicious about how much of their rising costs they pass on to customers.
Nevertheless, the Agriculture Department said last week that it expects grocery prices to rise between 3 percent and 4 percent next year, which is slightly higher than normal.
Here's a look at how different foods will be impacted:
In addition to paying more to feed their cows, farmers are dealing with grazing pastures that have been baked dry. The combination is resulting in farmers selling off the animals they can't afford to feed in recent weeks, particularly since cattle supplies are already limited and beef prices have been climbing steadily in recent years.
Beef from those animals streaming into auction yards is expected to start showing up in grocery stores in November and December, temporarily driving down meat prices.
"The irony is that we could start seeing some price reductions in the short run," says Bruce Jones, a professor of agricultural economics at the University of Wisconsin.
By early next year, however, prices are expected to spike as a result of the smaller livestock herds and dwindling meat supplies. Already, the number of cattle in the U.S. has been dropping for years and the USDA said this month that the nation's cattle inventory was the smallest since the agency began an annual count in 1973.
Next year, the USDA says beef prices are expected to jump 4 percent to 5 percent, making it among the biggest price hikes for food. Dairy product prices are expected to climb 3.5 percent to 4.5 percent, poultry and egg prices up by 3 percent to 4 percent, and pork prices up by 2.5 percent to 3.5 percent.
So why isn't anyone talking about a shortage of fruits and vegetables in light of the drought? Unlike the corn that's grown to make animal feed and oil, produce sold in supermarkets is typically irrigated by farms and not as affected when there's a lack of rain.
In addition, supermarkets import many of their fruits and vegetables from other countries — such as, bell peppers from Holland —so that they can keep supplies and prices in check even if one source isn't producing a large amount.
Fruits and vegetables are also a loss leader for supermarkets. That means they're often sold at a loss in hopes of attracting shoppers who will spend on other items, says Lisa Schacht, president of the Ohio Produce Growers and Marketers Association.
At farmers markets where consumers buy directly from growers, a spike in prices might be more pronounced. That's because the relentless heat is making it harder to grow certain fruits and vegetables.
"Even if you irrigate your peppers, you're seeing a 30 percent reduction from the heat," says Bryn Bird, whose family owns Bird's Haven Farms, a farm outside of Granville, Ohio. "They just don't want to grow."
The result is that Bird's Haven is selling tomatoes at $3.25 per pound, compared with the $1.99 per pound that's more typical this time of year. The types of available produce might differ too. At Bird's Haven, the okra and eggplant are growing fine in the heat, but the family has given up on cucumbers.
"They're coming up, but they're just not fruiting," Bird says. "There a lot of vines with nothing on them."
As for the ears of corn sold at supermarkets, there shouldn't be a huge spike in prices. The sweet corn that people eat is typically irrigated like other fruits and vegetables. And although the drought is pressuring farmers, it's not to the same severity as the corn fields that produce animal feed.
Overall, the USDA projects an overall 2 percent to 3 percent price increase for fruits and vegetables next year. That's in line with this year's increase.
Another worry is that the price of many packaged foods that contain corn or corn ingredients will climb. High-fructose corn syrup, for example, is used in a wide variety of foods such as cookies, yogurt, cereals and spaghetti sauces. A can of regular soda contains 40 grams of the sweetener.
The corn ingredients that are used in packaged foods mostly aren't irrigated either, meaning they're also vulnerable to the vagaries of weather and the price fluctuations.
But keep in mind that such ingredients are often a tiny fraction of the costs that go into packaged foods. Among the many expenses food makers such as Kellogg Co. and Kraft Foods Inc. also have to foot: packaging material, labor, advertising and fuel for trucks to get their products in stores.
Based even on today's high corn prices, a 12-ounce box of cornflakes would have only about 8 cents worth of corn, says Paul Bertels, vice president of production and utilization at the National Corn Growers Association. That's a very small portion of the $4 or so that consumers might pay for that box of cereal.
"When you look at final food products, the more processing there is, the less significant the price of the raw materials," Bertels says. "A lot of it is advertising and marketing."
Food makers also have other ways of managing their costs, such as cutting back on how much they put in a package. Even before the drought, PepsiCo Inc. says earlier this year that it put fewer chips in its Frito-Lay bags as a way to offset higher ingredient costs.
And for consumers watching their budgets, a few less chips per bag might be preferable to paying more anyway.


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Screw Coles. Where was he when we were fielding a mature and strong team? He ran to another team for the money. Sure, he made nice and has played his butt off, but let's get something for him while we can, IF we can.
I hope Chansi Stuckey can bring it. I pray he can.


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Bluefin 100Ps Remap...
BrownMotoring replied to Leezer's topic in Ford Fiesta ClubI have it on my Titanium 100ps. I have been running it for around a year and a half - it makes a very big difference. I'm not a hard accelerating type so it's more about the torque for me and that's very noticeable. Hard acceleration can be a little brutal but as I said, not my reason for buying. I just wanted a more capable car, as it were. The torque pulls and pulls and when you think it should start running out it keeps going that bit more, and then a bit more still. Very handy for getting up to speed easily and quickly, easy overtakes etc, it's also a cracking little motorway cruiser now and a genuinely quick little car. It has honestly made a huge difference. Delivery is smooth and consistent; I guess it just feels like it's the same car with all the same traits but with an added hefty dollop of something in reserve when you want it. It's good anyway but that extra power and torque really does put a smile on your face. When due in for a service I plug in the handset, restore the original map and put the Bluefin map back on after. Reliability has been perfect an brake and tyre wear no different. I'd say use it with the mechanical sympathy you would use in any car as you are shoving a lot more torque and power through the existing transmission etc, same with the turbo etc. Got to be honest - downsides 1. it invalidates your warranty. If this is a concern don't do it OR take the view I did that you'll remove/reinstalled it before/after garage visits but that's your decision. After two services and three visits to resolve Sync and puddle light issues, nothing has been noted by the dealer. 2. Fuel consumption is a little higher but nothing to be concerned about. 3. When you remove/reinstall it messes up the clock and all stereo sound preferences. 4. The extra power/torque can still be affected by your own bad driving- ie: changing down a gear on a long steep hill during an overtake can still leave you with turbo lag and a botched overtake. Stick it in gear, toe down and it keeps pulling as hard and as reliably as you expet. 5. You can't transfer the handset to another similar car without paying up a fee for them to unlock and transfer it, £250 I think, a shame but there you go. It's bound to the car unless they unlock it. I have no regrets, very pleased. Hope that helps.
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Thanks everyone for your replies. I have since Tweeted Ford Services UK and got the standard 'it's being worked on' or its 'on the way' reply. The site hasn't been updated for a very long time and the whole thing feels much like a huge time wasting micky take. Now contacting local Ford dealer again to find out if they can help or want their palms crossing with cash. I'm not desperately amused but all I can suggest is keep asking Ford/Ford Service.
Thanks everyone for your replies. I have since Tweeted Ford Services UK and got the standard 'it's being worked on' or its 'on the way' reply. The site hasn't been updated for a very long time and the whole thing feels much like a huge time wasting micky take. Now contacting local Ford dealer again to find out if they can help or want their palms crossing with cash. I'm not desperately amused but all I can suggest is keep asking Ford/Ford Service.
Sync Updates/firmware
BrownMotoring posted a topic in Ford Fiesta ClubHi all, Does anyone know what the latest Sync update/firmware version is? I have a 2013 Fiesta Titanium and have been having problems with music streaming via Bluetooth. It was okay until I Updated my iPhone to the latest version of iOS and now the only way I can stream music is to launch the iPad, find a track and hit play. It was all automatic before and it's annoying, so I suspect my version of Sync isn't entirely compatibility with the latest Apple iOS. Tried to contact a couple of Ford dealers but getting anywhere with them was nigh on impossible. If anyone can let me know the latest version or what you have so we can work out what is at least recent, that would be great. If anyone has any clues as to when the updates will be available via the Ford site that would be grand also. I have questioned Ford Service via Twitter and they have repeated "soon" every time and that has been going on for months. Thanks, Phil.
Ecoboost 1.0 Tuning Possibilities = More Powerrrr!!!!
BrownMotoring replied to domo85's topic in Ford Fiesta ClubI guess to answer my own questions - I rang up Superchips just this last hour and asked if there had been any updates for the Ecoboost/100ps (last was 17 Feb) and they said yes. Had the text and email within minutes saying to download the new map. Pretty decent service as always, looking forward to giving it a go and finding out how things compare. Not sure exactly when the latest map was released other than sometime in the last month.
Ecoboost 1.0 Tuning Possibilities = More Powerrrr!!!!
BrownMotoring replied to domo85's topic in Ford Fiesta ClubThanks for the reply. What were the issues and what what's is it like now?
Ecoboost 1.0 Tuning Possibilities = More Powerrrr!!!!
BrownMotoring replied to domo85's topic in Ford Fiesta ClubHi, can I ask when you downloaded the new map? I bought Bluefin a while ago and noticed problems here and there. I reported them and Superchips had a new map out to me within the day, much improved too. However, this was maybe 3 weeks ago so I'm keen to know if there has been any revisions since. Thanks in advance.
Your Experience In Buying A Brand New Fiesta
BrownMotoring replied to DanielP's topic in Ford Fiesta ClubThat's a shame as it would have been spot on by the sound of it. Mines UK sourced, spec and warranty but you are sensible to check everything carefully and spot on as I had a Punto (not a great motoring experience, lol) many moons ago that was sourced from France. Pays to check so all the boxes are ticked. I've already had one small warranty repair too :-/
Your Experience In Buying A Brand New Fiesta
BrownMotoring replied to DanielP's topic in Ford Fiesta ClubNope, new ones too. In a lot of cases they are brand new with delivery miles but Motorpoint may be the first owner. Brand new car but you could be the 2nd owner where that's the case.
Your Experience In Buying A Brand New Fiesta
BrownMotoring replied to DanielP's topic in Ford Fiesta ClubHi, good advice from GrahamJC there also. Go to whoever offers the best deal. For me that's generally been Motorpoint. I tried hard to battle down the price with Allen Ford in Bath in the summer and they couldn't get anywhere near Motorpoint. Tried a few places as shopping around is a must but went trotting back to Motorpoint anyway. The current car (see pic) is my 6th from Motorpoint. I was actually due to have the same model but in Nautical Blue (also from Motorpoint). Nautical blue it turns out is a rare colour and I eventually found one at local dealer in Bristol two days before I was due to collect it. I really disliked it so I sat on the dealer forecourt in the car, on the phone to Motorpoint and swapping to Frozen White, much happier bunny. Looks good too. Funny moment was when a sales bloke came out and asked if he could help to which I replied "no ta, I'm just buying my new Fiesta cheaper elsewhere", he didn't know what to say to that and went off. I've swapped colours/orders twice with Motorpoint and it's never bothered them in the slightest. Anyway, current one came from Derby. £99 will get it transported to a closer branch if there isn't one there already, but I like the road trip and it's not desperately far. Good time to familiarise yourself with the new toy. Other branches in Peterborough, Glasgow, Burnley, Chingford, Newport and Birmingham is a new one. Shop around but if you land on Motorpoint it's very asy, find a car, couple of 20 min calls on the phone, paperwork follows, collection is done and dusted in 20 mins and your on the road without all the usual smarmy dealer fluff and ball ache (sorry dealers out there).
Your Experience In Buying A Brand New Fiesta
BrownMotoring replied to DanielP's topic in Ford Fiesta ClubEver thought about Motorpoint? Always been very quick, easy, efficient, stress free. Very little hard sell and never tried to push me into OTT or unnecessary finance deals. Plus they've usually got lots in stock. The prices are fairly low already so not much leverage in negotiating a lower price but always made a tidy saving. I've always got the make/model/trim/colour wanted and never had any issues with resale etc. Only notable downside is sometimes travelling a bit to collect unless you stump up £99, but there are several branches. Orange Wheels is a good bet too and slightly older dealer pre-reg they've had lurking about in the show room for a bit longer than they'd like. Just know what make/model/trim/options/colour you want before hand and be well informed anyway, especially going a dealer route. Hope that helps and good luck.
Automatic Lighting(2013 Fiesta Titanium Eco Boost)
BrownMotoring replied to michael2467's topic in Ford Fiesta ClubGot the same car and it's much the same with my dipped lights, not a great issue but it does seem a decent amount of light is needed to turn the lights off. Sometimes it's borderline and they're on and off all the time but generally I've just learnt to live with it. I've noticed they also come on if there's very strong low sunlight behind/in front which I sort of like, makes me a bit more seen when the sun is in the eyes of other drivers. Your right though, it's automatic and works but it's a bit cack handed as to how it's tuned and responds :-)
Diy Guide To Fitting Reverse Camera And Screen
BrownMotoring posted a tutorial in Ford Fiesta GuidesBefore I start a big thinks to TomRoscoe. It was his idea for this brilliant low cost mod and here's his reverse camera installation: http://www.fordownersclub.com/forums/topic/46371-fiesta-reversing-camera-and-screen/ There is overlap between Tom's approach and mine so all credit to Tom where that's the case. The theory is that a camera mounted in to the rear of the car takes its power from the reverse light bulb so when you engage reverse the camera powers up and sends a signal to the monitor to power up also. Brilliant and more fun the normal parking sensors. Truth be told I hate the look of reverse sensors running the width of the bumper and can't justify the cost of them just now. So I found TomRosco's installation, asked a few questions and had a bash. What I've ended up with though is a full reverse camera system for £25 and maybe 3hrs graft. With this in mind I thought I'd put something back and build on the information Tom provided that got me up and running, and I have documented my adventures in case anyone else wants a go at installing their own reverse camera. === Hopefully you will see a PDF document attached to this post with all the details of my installation including lots of photo's and step by step instructions. Reverse Camera.pdf === Go steadily, take care and do your homework as your car may have different coloured cables etc to mine. All common sense stuff really but hopefully the info TomRoscoe and myself have provided should be enough. Good luck and let's hear how other folks get on. Regards, Phil SEE ATTACHED PDF FOR GUIDE
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Headlight Bulbs Recommendations Please
BrownMotoring replied to david295's topic in Ford Fiesta ClubTry Nightbreaker Plus and Ultimate, Philips Vision bulbs like the X-treme Vision, Ring Xenon Ultima etc. Those are all very good and give a lot of extra and better focussed light. A good easy upgrade. To a lesser or greater extent a lot of bulbs have a blue coating. I've tried lots of varieties and decided in the end I'd rather see where I was going, but a nice clean white did look good with the DRL's :-) You'll still find the better engineered bulbs may have a blue coating, just much lighter or in bands to purify the light to the optimum and avoid glare. It's just a choice depending on what your after, safer driving, a better look or somewhere in between...but that somewhere in between will always look a little yellow'y. It's either, or.


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The Sleepy Light from Aloka, is the children's night light that every parent has been waiting for. These colourful, popular lights have been designed by a parent for parents, with fun designs and features for children too. The low voltage, low heat LEDs can be dimmed to help children (and their parents) have a better night's sleep. We love the pretty butterfly design and the adorable sleepy bear. Which friendly creature will soothe your child's sleep?
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This Is Just "Joe Being Joe", and I Love It!
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The comical and dramatic sight we all saw on the Rays post game live on Sunday is why I am so enamored with Rays Manager Joe Maddon. Even the thought of paying a post game homage to his friend and sports buddy Tampa Bay Buccaneer Coach Raheem Morris was a stroke of slapstick genius.
Added to the madness was a spirited dash into camera view of Rays Bench Coach Dave Martinez pushing his way in with a Gatorade bottle for Maddon while Maddon used his game day line-up card covering his mouth like an NFL Coach on the sideline. This guy seriously gets it.
Sure some have made fun of Maddon in the past when he has spouted a $ 20 word when a .50 cent derivative would have sufficed, they have even made a bit of a mockery of his choice of spectacles, but this guy can see the soul of his team and adjust on the fly like no one else in Major League Baseball.
Even his themed road trips that were first mocked by some around MLB as a publicity stunt has shown that the team has come to enjoy it just as much as Maddon. From the John Cash inspired all-black trip, to the pajama party plane parade, Maddon has taken this young crew that has career paths going in 4-different directions at times and each steps in unison with the others now. Name me another MLB Manager who has been hit with a shaving cream pie by his team out of respect, not retaliation and has laughed harder about it then anyone. Maddon is truly a master MLB magician.
What other better example of Maddon switching gears with precision that his recent proclamation that he doesn't want player showing up to the home games before the 3 pm clock chimes. So what if the Rays only have 3 more wins on the road than at home this season, Maddon wants his team to take a step back relax before the stress and pressure of the coming weeks produces mistakes, errors and a possible chance to catch either the Yankees or Red Sox.
From letting his players right now set their Tropicana Field arrival times accustom with their usual road routines, it produces as Maddon states, "players ready to play at 7:10 instead of 3:10". His outside the collective MLB box might again get his team an emotional and mental edge with the season grinding to that thin teetering point of contending or pretending.
Maddon will either be marked a hero or a zero for this action, but so far his team has shown some remarkable resounding victories in a stadium that used to dog them earlier in the season. From 2007-2010 any team heading into the Trop thought they could take 1 games, maybe even steal a second, but sweeping the Rays at home was not a viable option.
The Rays first Manager Larry Rothchild was thought to be the guy to help establish a pitching mode and stability to this team while the Rays offense found its niche. Hal McRae was said to be the conductor/ Manager who was to bring the Rays field players to their next level.
Former Rays Manager Lou Piniella was thought to be the dominant Manager who taught these guys the art of winning and being a professional. Maddon was the choice to take the young Rays players to that next level of preforming like professionals, being accountable for your actions and letting them play with their hearts as well as their muscles.
Maddon was the perfect final piece to the Rays evolution. He is a player Manager, and he is a stickler for playing the game within the rules and guidelines set between the lines. But off the field, behind that Rays Carolina Blue curtain, he is the wizard at the controls. So what if he wears a football helmet to a Press Conference, as long as this team is winning, gaining ground on their foes and showing they give 110%, a little chuckle and dramatic effect is fine with me…..Just no Carmen Miranda headdress…please.


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Get the Recipe
The approach of Thanksgiving always triggers memories of my first internship in a restaurant kitchen. It was at a well-loved Brooklyn shrine of farm-to-table cuisine that brought in beautiful produce from local farms each day (raising my standards of quality produce about a thousand percent). I worked there through the holidays, which, as a lowly intern, meant many of my days were filled with either peeling apples or breaking down pumpkins and squash and making gallons of pumpkin puree to be used in muffins, ice cream, sauces, and of course, pies. Prior to working there, it had never occurred to me to obtain pumpkin puree from something other than a can.
Since those days, I've never gone back to canned pumpkin puree. For me the difference in taste alone is worth it; puree from fresh, roasted or steamed pumpkins just tastes and smells more... pumpkin-y. It's a hard quality to describe. I also prefer the texture, which is smoother than canned pumpkin, and the bright color, which is so much more appetizing.
When choosing pumpkins for puree, it's important to select pumpkins that will deliver the most intense and sweet flavor. Small, dense Sugar Pumpkins are great for puree and easy to find in most grocery stores and farmers' markets. You can also use lesser-known heirloom varieties such as New England Pie (these are very similar to Sugar Pumpkins), Long Island Cheese Pumpkins (high yield for puree, but not as sweet), Long Pie (these look nothing like pumpkins, but have very smooth flesh that is great for pies), Baby Pam, or Peek-a-Boo. Avoid using the kind that are ideal for carving jack-o-lanterns; big pumpkins with thin walls and mostly hollow insides are generally flavorless, and therefore not desirable ingredients for delicious baked goods.
Best of all, making smooth, velvety pumpkin puree is not difficult at all. Sure, it requires planning at least one day ahead, but this is par for course with a lot of pastry projects. If you're using it for pumpkin pie, you can double up the prep work for your components, mix and chill the flaky crust dough just before you cut, clean, and roast the pumpkins. By the time they cool, you'll be ready to shape your bottom crust and finish the puree. Chill both overnight, and you'll be ready to rock the next morning.
Click through the slideshow to learn the method, then beat the pre-holiday frenzy and make your puree this week. Hold it in the freezer then thaw before use. Don't miss my Pie of the Week columns this week, a special double edition of pumpkin pie recipes that are perfect for Thanksgiving. If you can't wait that long, be sure to check out my recipe for pumpkin muffins, the perfect breakfast fix for pumpkin fiends.


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OCEAN CITY — Dozens of Ocean City businesses, most on the Boardwalk, under suspicion of trafficking counterfeit retail goods, were raided by federal, state and local officials on Wednesday, although it is uncertain if any arrests were made.
On Wednesday afternoon, federal agents from the Homeland Security Investigations arm of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Department, began a systematic execution of search and seizure warrants at as many as 24 downtown Ocean City businesses, most of which were concentrated on the Boardwalk. A large amount of merchandise was seized during the operation.
"On Wednesday, federal search and seizure warrants were executed on multiple businesses for allegedly trafficking in counterfeit goods or services," said Frank Garvey, Resident Agent in Charge of Homeland Security Investigations, who is based in Ocean City. "This criminal investigation is still ongoing and additional information is not available at this time."
According to witnesses, dozens of ICE agents, along with officers from the OCPD and allied state and local law enforcement agencies, began walking up the Boardwalk and entering multiple businesses armed with federal search and seizure warrants.
The warrants were issued for businesses suspect of displaying and selling counterfeit replicas of high-end merchandise. No arrests were made initially, although the investigation is ongoing and charges are reportedly imminent.
Knowledgeable sources also report the raid resulted in the discovery of illegal immigrants as well as other prohibited items being sold in the stores.
Wednesday's raids were just the latest in a long-running history of counterfeit merchandise sold in some Boardwalk stores. Coach Inc. and Coach Services, Inc., last August filed suits in U.S. District Court against a dozen individual Boardwalk stores for allegedly marketing and selling counterfeit knock-offs of the company's famous, and expensive for that matter, handbags, dresses, accessories and other goods.
The suits were filed after a Coach investigator entered several Boardwalk stores in June and found the counterfeit goods displayed prominently and offered for sale. In one example, the Coach investigator entered a Boardwalk store and observed 21 counterfeit Coach products in plain view that were offered for sale.
In early June of this year, 11 of the defendants were found in default after not responding to the civil suit and were ordered to pay $10,000 each to the company.


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with a Native resolution of 1680 x 1050.
After much research I have learned that the optimal picture is obtained only when displayed at the native resolution. A good picture may be had by a multiple of the native resolution ie. 1680 x 1050 divided by 2 - 4 etc. that would be 840 x 525 --- isn't that correct ?
Resolutions available to me are 800x600, 1024x768, 1152x864, 1280x768, 1280x960 and 1280x1024, so how do I resolve that ? Do I need to find a compatible graphic card or do I just give up the LCD monitor idea ?
The computer is Dell 8300 Dimension with the Radeon 9800 PRO Graphic Card.
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Modernize Your '67-'69 Camaro's Front-End With A High-Tech Aftermarket Subframe
As you've already read earlier in this issue, building a brand new '60s musclecar is now possible, and we're not just talking about sheetmetal. Thanks to the surge in musclecar popularity, especially with the Camaro and Mustang, you can build a brand-new '69 Camaro without using a single '69-vintage part. As evidence, witness the plethora of bolt-on front subframe/suspension kits the aftermarket has made available for the first-gen Camaro. Most fit similar-vintage Firebirds and Novas as well as the Camaro. Nearly all accept stock sheetmetal, bumpers, and radiators. Just about everyone supports the big- and small-block Chevy and late GM LS-series motors; a few have (or will soon have) real Pontiac mounts. But what's really trick is the latest OEM and racing suspension and design technology available in some of the units that's capable of delivering ride and handling only dreamed of back in the '60s.
Heidt's Hot Rod Shop
Starting out fabricating Mustang II-style crossmembers in a home garage back in 1985, Heidt's has since grown into one of the industry's leading custom street rod and musclecar chassis and suspension manufacturers. Its new first-gen Camaro subframe is not just a warmed-over street rod suspension-the new Pro-G third-generation setup is said to be purpose-designed for the Camaro as a true race car-style suspension with race car geometry.
What models are covered? '67-'69 Camaro/Firebird, '68-'74 Nova.
What engines fit? Chevy big- and small-block, GM LS-series (uses parts-store rubbers).
What do you get? Subframe with full suspension, including tubular A-arms, 2-inch dropped spindles, 11-inch rotors with GM calipers, Heidt's billet 10-position rebound adjustable coilovers, manual rack-and-pinion steering.
What extras are available? Wilwood brakes (up to 13-inch rotors and six-piston calipers), power R&P, stainless A-arms and other parts, Heidt's antisway bars (two available sizes), hookup kit for stock steering column, reversible trans crossmember, trans mount.
Why should I buy it? "Our frame is strong and the geometry is right. We have the stiffest, most flex-resistant frame available with two (not one) front crossmembers."
How do I buy it? Direct or from distributors.
How much does it cost? Base price with GM brakes and manual rack, $3,695; option pricing to be determined.
Scott's Hotrods
Owner Justin Padfield started Scott's HotRods to build high-end street rods, but has since branched out into mail-order and on-line parts for rods and street trucks. He offers a direct bolt-on subframe for first-gen Camaros and Firebirds, and a partial clip for '70-'78 second-gen F-cars. Most off-the-shelf headers fit.
What models are covered? '67-'69 Camaro/Firebird, '68-'72 Nova.
What engines fit? Chevy big- and small-block, LS-series, custom apps on special order.
What do you get? Assembled subframe with unequal-length tubular A-arms, maintenance-free ball joints, 11-inch brake rotors and calipers, stainless steel billet rod ends, manual or power R&P steering, dropped spindles.
What extras are available?Polished stainless steel A-arms, polished billet spindles, Wilwood brakes with 11- to 13-inch rotors and four- to six-piston calipers, polished steering racks, antisway bar (polished stainless available), polished stainless steel tie-rod ends, powdercoating, stock spindles, coilovers, airbags, Shockwaves, mechanical clutch linkage bracket, custom trans crossmembers, ears to accept stock trans crossmembers.
Why should I buy it? "It's the only clip that's 100 percent TIG-welded, the only one designed for Alden coilovers, an airbag, or Shockwaves. The rod ends are CNC-machined. We can accommodate custom track widths, ride heights, and otherwise tailor the clip to specific customer needs. All parts have a lifetime guarantee. We are a full-service rod shop: We build what we sell and sell what we make."
How do I buy it? Direct or through dealers.
How much does it cost? Basic clip with manual rack, Alden coilovers, and 11-inch brakes, $3,395; with power rack, $3,495; with power rack and Shockwaves, $4,295. The largest Wilwood brakes can add up to $1,950 more. A trans crossmember is available for another $165.
Total Cost Involved
Total Cost Involved Engineering (TCI) is another company that started out building street rod chassis. Today TCI also sells truck and classic musclecar suspension parts and complete chassis. Included in its lineup are front and rear Camaro subframes made from race car-style, DOM (drawn-over mandrel) round tubing instead of the usual production-based rectangular rails.
What models are covered? '67-'69 Camaro/Firebird, '68-'72 Nova.
What engines fit? Chevy big- and small-block, LS-series.
What do you get? Assembled subframe with 2-inch dropped spindles, GM-style calipers with 11-inch rotors, antisway bar, engine mounts, core support, body mounts, suspension brackets, multiposition trans crossmember and mount, urethane-bushed tubular A-arms, new manual R&P steering gear, coilovers.
What extras are available? Show package with polished stainless A-arms; chrome spindles, steering arms, and antisway bar; polished billet coilovers, custom 11-inch brakes with polished billet calipers and backing plates. Other options include black powdercoated A-arms, power rack, air springs, chrome coils, and a 12- or 13-inch brake kit.
Why should I buy it? "Because your car will stop better, handle better, and look better. Our frame is unique in appearance, it's stronger, it accommodates more transmissions, it drops the car 3-4 inches (depending on the tire), and the suspension is set up for modern handling."
How do I buy it? Through local dealers.
How much does it cost? Base package, $3,995; equipped with optional show package and Wilwood 13-inch rotors and six-piston calipers (as shown in photo but unpainted), $6,443; with air suspension and every possible bell and whistle, $6,492.
Art Morrison
Art Morrison started out building hardcore race car chassis, but nowadays a big part of its business is complete chassis for high-end street cars. Morrison's new first-gen GT-Sport subframe bolts in with no cutting or welding required using commonly available hand tools. Weighing only 105 pounds bare, the chassis uses late-model '97-'05 C5 Corvette suspension and brake parts. The basic geometry has been further improved over the stock Vette using computerized design programs and Finite Element Analysis to maximize its strength, increase handling potential, and reduce tire scrub and antidive under braking. Morrison also offers a complete full perimeter frame for upgrading first-gen unibody Camaros and Firebirds.
What models are covered? '67-'69 Camaro/Firebird, '68-'72 Nova.
What engines fit? Currently Chevy big- and small-block, LS-series; Pontiac mounts under development.
What do you get? Subframe with all C5 suspension parts, coilover shocks, adjustable trans crossmember, power R&P box in choice of 15:1 or 20:1 ratios, antisway bar.
What extras are available?Custom headers (standard headers have ground clearance issues), stock C5 brakes, Wilwood brakes with 13- or 14-inch rotors, adapters to bolt up stock steering column (aftermarket column recommended).
Why should I buy it? "It's just a great piece. We're a company that's focused on driving performance. We've got just unbelievable craftsmen on the manufacturing side that do a beautiful job in fitment and welding. We've engineered the subframe; we've done computer analysis to make sure it's right; we've test-fitted on cars to make sure everything works and nothing rubs."
How do I buy it? Direct as well as through a nationwide network of dealers and installers.
How much does it cost? Base package, less brakes, $5,590.
Detroit Speed
Founded with the goal of bringing OEM-style engineering and production capabilities to aftermarket hot rod parts, Detroit Speed has introduced a first-gen Camaro subframe manufactured using the latest production technologies. The frame rails are hydroformed; a technology first pioneered by GM on the C5 Corvette, it uses a hydraulic press to form the frame rails from a single large round tube. This maintains a constant wall thickness and results in greater strength without work-hardening the material. The front crossmember clears LS-style low-mount A/C units and the LS7's unique dry sump oil pan.
What models are covered? '67-'69 Camaro/Firebird, '68-'74 Nova and GM clones.
What engines fit? Currently Chevy big- and small-block, LS-series; Pontiac mounts in development.
What do you get? Hydroformed subframe with tubular upper and lower control arms, coilover hocks and tuned springs, 12:1 power R&P, Nextel Cup-splined antisway bar, steering knuckles with late-model sealed bearings, late Corvette brakes; provisions to accept stock transcrossmember.
What extras are available? Black powdercoat, weld-in T56 crossmember (shop-built cars only), Baer brake packages, stock or half-height body-mounts, custom R&P hose kits, steering input coupler shafts, stock-style trans crossmembers, stock clutch linkage Z-bar mounting bracket, stock parking brake cables.
Why should I buy it? "Because it is the most engineered subframe from an all-around standpoint. It does everything well. It can do a road course, a car show, a cruise, or drive to dinner. It gives you the comfort and ride quality of a late-model performance car as well as the handling. We start on the computer, but thoroughly test it in the real world to perfect it. We don't just package our parts, we engineer them!"
How do I buy it? Direct as well as through dealers and recommended installers. "We build turnkey cars on the premises, but there's about a two-year waiting list."
How much does it cost? Unpainted with rust preservative, $6,700; powdercoat adds $485.
Chassis Works
Chris Alston's Chassisworks started life building drag chassis, got into Pro Streeters, and now has a full line of race car, hot rod, and street machine products for a variety of applications-including a direct bolt-on first-gen Camaro subframe that is laser-cut, formed, and welded out of 7-gauge steel. Alston's product keeps the tire in the stock location, but there's ample room for up to a 17×8-inch front wheel with 431/44-inch backspacing and P225/45-17 tires. The subframe uses a billet rack of Alston's own manufacture.
What models are covered? '67-'69. Camaro/Firebird, '68-'74 Nova and GM clones.
What engines fit? Currently Chevy big-and small-block; LS-series mounts in development. Engines mount in stock location with billet side mounts or using a motor plate and mid-plates.
What do you get? Subframe with tubular upper and lower A-arms, coilover shocks, manual R&P steering, engine mounts, Wilwood 11.75-inch brake rotors and four-piston calipers, trans crossmember, e-brake cable mounts, hardware and fasteners, 104-page photo-illustrated instruction guide.
What extras are available? Billet motor mounts or motor plates; powdercoated, polished stainless, or G-Machine A-arms; antisway bar; power R&P unit; urethane or aluminum body bushings; clutch pivot-shaft bracket; rubber inner fender splash guards; bolt-in subframe connectors; larger four-piston Wilwood calipers and 13-inch rotors or six-piston calipers with 14-inch rotors; intermediate adapter shaft for stock steering column; headers.
Why should I buy it? "Because of the design and the quality of the part. We spent a lot of time and energy to design a true bolt-on that fits without any mods. For example, an original Nova core-support has a different set of boltholes and bumper mounts. We incorporate these differences into the product."
How do I buy it? Direct or through local shops.
How much does it cost? Basic kit, including manual rack and 11.75 brakes, $4,478 plus shipping; with power and 11.75 brakes, $4,852; with everything, $7,000-$8,000.
Speed Tech Performance announces a new '67-'69 Camaro/'68-'74 Nova Sub Frame. The sub frame offers the benefits of rack and pinion rear steer, sway bar, built in guldstrand mod, coil over shocks and you can reuse aftermarket suspension components or upgrade to our new HI Clearance control arms designed to fit up to an 18″x10″ rim. The Sub frame accepts SB/BB or LSx motors.
What models are covered? '67-'69 Camaro/Firebird, '68-'74 Nova.
What engines fit? Chevy big- and small-block with original oil pan; LSx engines with aftermarket oil pan and motor mounts(available as an option).
What do you get? * High Clearance control arms have been tested to fit up to a 10″ 295 wheel/tire with a 7″ back space.
* A true coil over combination.
* Available Air Ride Shock Wave 3.0 (SKW1000) bolt in.
* Direct bolt on any factory replacement tubular control arms that worked with your original frame.
* Extra adjustments built into the frame to fine tune your suspension.
* Fully adjustable transmission cross member fits all GM Transmissions also T56 and TKO.
* Power Rack and pinion steering.
* Strong box construction, laser cut and jig welded.
* Reduced weight, sub frame weight only 125lb.
* Factory alignment hole to ease in the installation and alignment of the sub frame.
* Built in tow/ tie down hook mounts, no more wrapping tie downs around your painted frame.
* Increased header and exhaust clearance.
* Can reuse your existing sway bar if you are reusing your aftermarket control arms
What extras are available? Air Ride Shock Waves; double adjustable QA1 coil over's; Baer or Wilwood brakes; high clearance, stainless steel, slip fit headers and shaft kit; billet ball joint covers; billet body mounts.
Why should I buy it? "It's a great product at a fair price." Some of the benefits are: Direct bolt in/ no modifications to be made; lighter/stronger design with upgraded suspension geometry and built in guild strand mod; upgraded Power Rack and Pinion included; adjustable ride height with QA1 Coil over's included or Air Ride Shock Waves option; increase engine and under vehicle clearance; increased front wheel size for up to a 10″ 295mm front tire; customers can reuse their stock spindles, brakes and wheels.
How do I buy it? Direct or through dealers.
How much does it cost? Complete sub frame kit $4695.
Brewer's Restoration
Rather than building brand-new front clips, Brewer remanufactures and refurbishes original factory subframes-either back to totally original condition, or with virtually any options desired by the customer, including rack-and-pinion steering and clearance mods to accept LS-series engines. Typical prices start at $1,190 to refurbish existing customer-furnished cores and go as high as $2,500 with a full quota of mods and additional add-ons. There is also a $300-$400 core charge, depending on part condition. Owner Phil Brewer says, "If you want a stock-appearing frame with strength and reliability where everything just bolts up, go with us."
Fat Man Fabrications
Fat Man Fabrications has long specialized in independent front suspension and rack-and-pinion conversions for all sorts of street rods, trucks, and musclecars. It covers over 500 vehicles, including many oddball or niche combos. Besides a first-gen Camaro subframe, Fat Man offers subframes for the '70-'81 second-gen cars. You can also get a rear four-link conversion. The data below applies to the first-gen product.
What models are covered? '67-'69 Camaro/Firebird, '68-'74 Nova and GM clones.
What engines fit? Chevy big- and small-block, LS-series, Pontiac V-8-all fit with off-the-shelf headers.
What do you get? Subframe with power R&P steering; braided-hose kit; U-joints and steering shaft kit to connect stock column; investment-cast polished stainless steel control arms; standard or 2-inch dropped spindles; brake caliper kit for installing stock disc brakes; custom 1-inch front antisway bar.
What extras are available? Wilwood or Baer brakes, coilovers, airbags, Shockwaves.
Why should I buy it? "It's a heavier-duty piece compared to the competition. Our investment-cast stainless A-arms deflect less than welded arms. We throw in the hoses and other accessories standard."
How do I buy it? Direct or through distributors.
How much does it cost? Basic kit with coil springs, less rotors and calipers, $3,355; with ShockWaves, $4,245; big Wilwood brakes can add up to $2,000 more.
Martz Chassis
Martz came out of the sprint car and stock car world. It was among the first to offer first-gen subframes, and today has quite a diverse lineup with dedicated street, road-race/rally, and drag racing variants. All sorts of options are available, including different track widths for accommodating the latest huge wheel and tire packages. Martz offers a '70-'81 subframe as well, but the specs below are for one of its typical first-gen offerings.
What models are covered? '67-'69 Camaro/Firebird, '68-'74 Nova and GM clones.
What engines fit? Chevy big- and small-block, LS-series. All mounts center engine in the chassis. Most headers fit, Hedman preferred.
What do you get? Base street package includes subframe, standard GM 11-inch discs and rotors, Martz coilovers, manual or power R&P steering; extra-long tabs allow fore and after trans crossmember repositioning.
What extras are available? Bigger brakes, 1-inch splined racing antisway bar, road-race-quality spherical rod ends in place of urethane bushings, altered uspension geometry for drag or road racing, air suspensions.
Why should I buy it? "Ours is the best. We've been building cars for 37 years. Everything bolts up; you don't even have to take the fenders off the car. Our frame shaves 150-180 pounds over stock. Eccentric bolts on the top A-arm allow quick caster/camber changes. On drag cars, you can offset the front wheels from side to side for more rollout."
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Located in the heart of NASCAR country, 21st Century Street Machines builds a subframe using '97-'05 C5 Corvette parts and stock car suspension geometry that provides fully adjustable caster, camber, and instant center settings. Its subframe is a subset of larger optional packages that include subframe connectors, a rollcage, a gas tank, headers, wheel tubs, firewall smoothers, and inner wheel housings, and rear suspension options that include a 9-inch Ford rearend with four-link or even a C5 IRS.
What models are covered? '67-'69 Camaro/Firebird, '68-'74 Nova.
What engines fit? Chevy big- and small-block, LS-series.
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What extras are available? Lowered ride height option that drops body 1 to 1.875 inches over the frame (ride clearance remains unchanged), firewall and trans tunnel inserts, C5 suspension, C5 brakes, GM ZO6 six-piston calipers, Wilwood brakes, headers (including sets for 18-degree small-block heads and stepped racing sets), stock clutch linkage brackets or other mods per customer request.
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A woman has been killed by a truck while crossing the road at Mascot.
Police and ambulance paramedics were called to the corner of Wentworth Avenue and Sutherland Street just before 5pm on Thursday.
The woman, who is yet to be formally identified, died at the scene.
Wentworth Avenue has been closed in both directions and is expected to remain closed for some time while police investigate, causing traffic delays.
The Transport Management Centre said traffic heading west was being diverted onto Southern Cross Drive and eastbound traffic was being diverted onto Frogmore Street.
Drivers should consider using Gardeners Road or Botany Road as traffic in the area was very heavy, the TMC said.
Buses on the 301, 400 and 410 routes are also delayed by up to 40 minutes and are missing three stops.
Passengers can use their bus tickets on trains on the T2 Airport Line between Wolli Creek and the city.
Police said the 25-year-old truck driver would be taken to hospital for mandatory blood and urine tests.
Earlier in the day, a man was left with serious head injuries after an apparent hit-and-run at Sydney Olympic Park.
The man was found lying in the road and rushed to Westmead Hospital, where he was placed in an induced coma.
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A stale patch means one that used to apply cleanly to the latest Clojure master version, but due to commits made since the patch was created, it no longer does. In particular, the output of this command:
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To apply such a patch, the 'patch' program by Larry Wall is extremely useful. It comes preinstalled with Mac OS X and most Linux distributions. You can easily install it with Cygwin for Windows.
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The output will give you some hints of whether each "hunk" of the patch file succeeded or failed. If they all succeed, then likely the only thing wrong with the patch file is that a few context lines were changed. If any hunks fail, patch creates files ending with ".rej" containing rejected hunks that it did not apply, and you can focus on those as places where the source code likely changed more significantly. A command like this will find them all:
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Warren Beatty: I Did Not Have Sex with 13,000 Women
A 72-year-old man decries his last chance to be baller. An update on Paris Hilton's sex life involves swine. Another posthumous Jacko release, and it's terrible. Tiger gives Elin $300M, and she laughs in his face. Monday gossip cometh.
- You know it's a bad sex number estimate when it begins "Using simple arithmetic..." Author Peter Biskin claimed his Warren Beatty biography was authorized, but blew his cover by using "simple arithmetic" to guess a ludicrous sex number: "12,775 women, give or take, a figure that does not include daytime quickies, drive-bys, casual gropings, stolen kisses and so on." Using simple arithmetic, this is more sex than those who frequented New York City's glory holes in Chelsea's heyday, and even if the young Beatty was totally baller, that's pushing it. I don't think he's even had a prostitution scandal—and if he did, there still aren't enough hookers in all the Emperor's Clubs in the world, not even if you count Rachel Uchitel. So it's no wonder Beatty's lawyer gave a statement to HuffPo announcing that the guy has no idea what "authorized" means. [People] [HuffPo]
- Lindsay Lohan's bikini: Still soldiering on in St. Bart's. She must be the only human who wears high heels with swimsuits when in repose. [fig.1] [3AM]
- Another posthumous Michael Jackson release: Another Day was apparently a Jacko-Lenny Kravitz duet in progress, and it's atrocious. It does sound like Jacko's voice, though. [TMZ]
- Matthew McConaughey is a father again, and announced on his website: "Camila gave birth to a healthy 7lb. 7oz. baby girl named 'Vida Albes McConaughey'." He put the kid's name in quotation marks, not me. [Dlisted]
- NYDN says Tiger Woods is trying to buy Elin back. Apparently Tiger left "a cool $300 million in her Christmas stocking," but Elin just laughed and laughed. According to various internet calculations, this is roughly half of what he earned during the years they were together; the pair have been married since 2004, and Tiger didn't pass the $100M annual earnings mark until 2007. So, if true, the $300M stocking stuffer would be a pretty significant gesture: He wants her, divorce settlement and alimony are beside the point. [NYDN] [GolfFanhouse] [YahooSports]
- But! Tiger may be back in New York, partying with "20 bottles of vodka and 15 cases of Red Bull" with a "leggy blonde" at the Trump International Hotel, but TMZ thinks the sighting was false. Also, 20 bottles of vodka is a lot for secret party that only one person saw. [TMZ]
- Rihanna has a book scheduled for June. Entitled Rihanna: The Last Girl on Earth, it'll be a photo-heavy art book co-authored by Rated R tour creative director Simon Hedwood. It will be 144 pages and will cost $38. [Gatecrasher] l [Amazon]
- Hugh Jackman ate a Magnolia cupcake. The humor inherent to a male action star eating a cupcake is a double standard we should enjoy. [Gatecrasher]
- Paris Hilton and Doug Reinhardt are still having sex, despite sharing a bed with mini potbelly Princess Piglette, whose name I have also seen spelled Pigolette, which reminds me of Pigoletto, a Muppet Show special featuring Italian swine courtiers and Beverly Sills' sterling soprano. [P6]
- Old NYPD kickback: Mafia money. New NYPD kickback: Awesome seats for Jennifer Lopez's NYE Times Square concert. Police Commissioner Ray Kelly was there to monitor every stray jiggle of J.Lo's catsuit-clad booty, thank you very much. [P6]
- Catherine Zeta-Jones speaks flawless French. Is it not enough that this lady is already among humanity's finest female specimens? Now she has to be more cultured the rest of us, too? Next, Angelina Jolie will solve Fermat's Last Theorem and Scarlett Johansson will cure cancer. [P6]
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Humbling offseason
INDIANAPOLIS – Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy got his dose of humility in a New York City bookstore this offseason.
"Yeah, I was going through the offseason feeling pretty good about everything when my wife and I were in the bookstore," said Dungy, the man of grace, a Super Bowl ring and now a best-selling book. "Then someone from the bookstore came up to me and said, 'It's so good to have you here, Coach Edwards.' … The Lord has a way of keeping you humble."
Dungy shared a laugh over that with his good friend and former assistant, Kansas City coach Herm Edwards. More important, the moment was the first of many reminders that winning a Super Bowl guarantees little in life, even recognition.
The further reminder of that has come in training camp. The Colts may be the defending champions, but they are a very different team from that rainy night in Miami during Super Bowl XLI less than seven months ago.
Gone are four starters on defense and left tackle Tarik Glenn on offense. There's also a new No. 3 receiver, first-round draft pick Anthony Gonzalez, who is already ingratiating himself to quarterback Peyton Manning.
"It's hard not to notice in the locker room that there are different guys … than last year," said Manning, MVP of the Super Bowl. "That is very noticeable that guys aren't here and that keeps you focused. I'm not saying you want it. You'd rather have every guy here and not lose anybody off your best team. But it keeps you busy and keeps you active."
In Manning's never-ending quest to throw a perfect pass on every play, he has struck up a kinship with his new receiver.
"Gonzalez, I can tell, has read the whole playbook. It's like how they put that $5 bill on page 300, he's got it," Manning said. "So yeah it does, it keeps you focused. We had good offseason attendance, nobody missed. It doesn't guarantee you're going to win, but at least it's a good start."
But for every great thing that has happened collectively or individually, from the Super Bowl to defensive end Dwight Freeney signing a six-year, $72 million contract that included $30 million in guarantees, there has been a reminder that fame is fleeting.
The latest reminder was the season-ending injury to defensive tackle Anthony McFarland, who played a vital role during the stretch run and the playoffs last season.
Bottom line: If the Colts are to repeat, it will be a test of how fast their star-driven team can get up to speed with all the changes. Although it helps when a team has a nucleus like the one built and maintained by general manager Bill Polian.
Polian's strength has been spending big money at crucial positions. On offense, he has kept the communication-heavy passing trio of Manning, Marvin Harrison and Reggie Wayne together. On defense, he has paid for speedy pass rushers Freeney and Robert Mathis, a valuable commodity to find because such players change the game so much.
"When you have one of those guys, it's amazing how much easier the game becomes," Tennessee defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz said of the defensive ends. "When you have two, the effect is not just double, it's beyond that. You're multiplying the value way beyond what most people would think. All of a sudden, the offense is doing all sorts of things to adjust to what you're doing and it opens up the rest of the game for everybody."
Dungy, one of the architects of the Cover 2 defensive scheme and a member of the great Pittsburgh teams of the 1970s, believes almost as devoutly as he believes in his Christian faith that speed trumps size on defense. He has also impressed it upon his players.
"You see the way teams play us and you know that they have to account for our speed," Mathis said. For instance, Mathis said he has never seen an opponent play an empty-set backfield against the Colts.
"Not unless they were trying some one-step drop or something with their quarterback. … What we see a lot is the other team using eight guys to protect their quarterback," said Mathis, who led the team with 9½ sacks last season. "They're chipping me with a running back and keeping a tight end over with Dwight and still keeping the other running back in to help. They're using eight blockers on our four guys up front."
Even in an "off" year when Freeney recorded just 5½ sacks, his impact was felt … though Manning wants more from the star defender.
"I told him: 'For all that money, you've got a lot more responsibility on you. You've got to be scoring touchdowns now,'" Manning said with a grin.
Dungy will be happy to take Freeney as the speed guy he is, hoping that makes life easier on the guys who have to replace cornerbacks Nick Harper and Jason David and linebacker Cato June, all lost to free agency. Dungy is confident the situation will be fine. More than fine, actually.
"We'll be better on defense this year," Dungy said, succinctly.
On Monday night in the second exhibition game, Dungy's confidence was boosted when cornerback Marlin Jackson, who is taking over for Harper, picked off a pass against Chicago. Overall, the first-string defense handled the Bears' first-string offense quite effectively, forcing two turnovers and allowing only 16 yards rushing on nine carries.
Of course, such a performance can be discounted quickly. This is, after all, the preseason and last year in the regular season was a much different story for the Colts. The run defense finished last in the NFL and was continually embarrassed until getting to the playoffs.
Indeed, the Colts were humiliated much of last season. But as Dungy might say, those who remain humble and work hard have a way of getting rewarded.


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"Big Rig" is apparently trucking on back to the U.S.
Bellator Fighting Championships CEO Bjorn Rebney today announced that Brazilian middleweight slugger Maiquel Falcao (28-4 MMA, 0-0 BFC) will soon make his debut for the promotion.
Rebney made the announcement during the Spike.com-streamed prelims of Saturday's Bellator 54 event. Falcao and his management weren't immediately available for comment.
Featuring the semifinals of Bellator's season-five middleweight tournament, Bellator 54 takes place at Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, N.J. The evening's main card airs on MTV2.
Falcao, of course, is perhaps best known for a one-and-done stint in the UFC. Following a controversial win over Gerald Harris, after which his opponent was released despite a solid octagon record, Falcao was then also dropped from the promotion when lingering legal issues prevented his involvement in this past August's "UFC: Rio" card.
A debut date and opponent for Falcao were not announced.
Falcao is currently 10-1 in his past 11 fights and recently told MMAjunkie.com (www.mmajunkie.com) he planned on returning to the U.S. to fight.
"My plan is to keep on fighting and winning," Falcao said in his native Portuguese. "I hope to fight in the U.S. again soon. The American fans send me hundreds of messages every day, and they show me much affection. I'd like to return the love."
For more on Bellator 54, stay tuned to the MMA Rumors section of MMAjunkie.com.
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''A Very Old Man with Enormous Wings'' was written in 1968, in the wake of its author's sudden fame. The story's timing has led some critics to suggest that it may, at least in part, be a comic treatment of Garcia Marquez's own experience as a writer, or an allegory for the condition of creative artists in general. In this reading, the old man represents the artist, and his experience in the village is a satirical account of the way a work is received by the public. While his wings mark him as extraordinary, in other ways he fails to meet the villagers' impossible expectations; and while they feel a need to account for him, this proves to be a difficult, complex, and uncertain task. Instead, they misinterpret him wildly, and abuse and exploit him as a carnival freak. By insisting on simple, dramatic "miracles" that fit comfortably with their beliefs, they give up all chance of understanding whatever "magic" he does possess and soon lose interest in him. However, it must be stressed that this is only one possible interpretation for this complex story. Other critics have argued that, however appealing, it is far too simple, "neat," and logical to fully account for a tale so rich in invention and suggestion; and even those who advance such a reading point out that is just one of several levels on which meaning can be found.
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PSXE Readers: The Real God Of War Will Take Your Questions
Kratos is one of the most effective, well-designed characters in the history of video games. But there must be a great deal of humanity behind such creations, which is why SCEA turned to TC Carson for the voice of Kratos, and to Joseph Gatt for the body and movements.
As you can see by his lengthy resume, Gatt has been involved in movies, TV, games and even dance for quite some time. He landed the Kratos mo-cap actor role for God of War II, returned for the recent third installment, and has also lent his talents to the likes of Lair, Driver 2 and Driv3r, and Sony's popular SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs franchise. He even had a hand in another PlayStation 3 exclusive masterpiece, Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots, so this guy gets around. Now, he has offered to answer some questions and we've decided, as we are indeed a PlayStation-oriented website and our readers are just about as informed as we are (in some respects), that you should provide these questions. Simply place your question(s) below in the Comments section; if you see one you like, vote for it by replying to it and feel free to add one of your own. We'll take a bunch of 'em and see what Gatt has to say. We'll keep this story stickied for a few days.
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Ancient legend says that tourmaline is found in all colors because it traveled along a rainbow and gathered all of its colors.
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NRL fails to name probed clubs
The NRL says it is not yet in a position to notify the clubs that have been under investigation as part of the explosive probe into Australian sport.
The AFL on Sunday announced multiple players from Essendon and one player from another AFL club were being investigated for the use of performance-enhancing drugs.
It came after federal Justice Minister Jason Clare said clubs from both codes involved in the Australian Crime Commission report could now out themselves.
But the NRL said it was yet to inform those clubs involved in the probe into the use of banned substances and links with organised crime within the code, and hoped to do so within the next two days.
Though even once they have been told, it will be up to the individual clubs to decide whether to go public.
"The NRL is in close and productive negotiation with the Australian Crime Commission to establish a formal mechanism by which we can inform individual clubs that they have been the subject of intelligence gathering by the ACC," the NRL said in a statement released on Sunday.
"Tony Whitlam QC is today continuing to assist the NRL in establishing a formal set of procedures with the ACC through which information can be passed to the clubs.
"This framework should be established in 24-48 hours.
"Once this information is passed on the NRL will not, under the guidelines outlined by the ACC, be able to identify the clubs publicly.
"This will be a matter for the individual clubs to consider in consultation with ASADA (Australian Sports Anti-Doping Authority), the ACC and the NRL.
"While acknowledging media speculation about the number of clubs today, the NRL remains bound by strict legal constraints and these have been reinforced today by both the ACC and Justice Minister Jason Clare."
News Limited on Sunday speculated that six clubs were involved as part of the ACC's investigations.
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