Any "Latest & Greatest" about Delta?
01-14-2013, 09:46 AM
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It does look like the design inspiration was "heavily borrowed from" the Ferrari 599.
Gorgeous car, but my heart belongs to the original Sting Rays (1963-67). I lusted after one since high school and finally bought one a few years ago: 1966 427/425 HP roadster. Had the engine rebuilt with some spendy parts and machine work. Dyno'd at 560 HP @ 6,000 RPM.
The sound of a solid-lifter, big block Chevy under the hood (with factory sidepipes) is music to my ears. The car is definitely crude by today's standards but that's okay.
Gorgeous car, but my heart belongs to the original Sting Rays (1963-67). I lusted after one since high school and finally bought one a few years ago: 1966 427/425 HP roadster. Had the engine rebuilt with some spendy parts and machine work. Dyno'd at 560 HP @ 6,000 RPM.
The sound of a solid-lifter, big block Chevy under the hood (with factory sidepipes) is music to my ears. The car is definitely crude by today's standards but that's okay.
01-14-2013, 09:48 AM
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I lusted after one since high school and finally bought one a few years ago: 1966 427/425 HP roadster. Had the engine rebuilt with some spendy parts and machine work. Dyno'd at 560 HP @ 6,000 RPM.
The sound of a solid-lifter, big block Chevy under the hood (with factory sidepipes) is music to my ears. The car is definitely crude by today's standards but that's okay.
The sound of a solid-lifter, big block Chevy under the hood (with factory sidepipes) is music to my ears. The car is definitely crude by today's standards but that's okay.
Yours is definitely the peak of GM / Corvette design. Which wheels do you have on yours? What color?
Last year I was half way looking for a 67 327 / 350. Briefly had a 72 LS5 steel cities grey convertible.
01-14-2013, 09:48 AM
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01-14-2013, 09:48 AM
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Kind of like when a woman wears a ring on her thumb; she's learned a talent you might be interested in.
01-14-2013, 10:01 AM
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01-14-2013, 10:10 AM
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01-14-2013, 10:10 AM
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Does anyone still have the colored graphs and handouts used in the road shows for C2012? I was not able to attend. It would be interesting to compare the anticipated growth ALPA claimed was in our contract (717, 739 and reduction in RJs) vs. what the next AE and subsequent AEs will yield. I am not insinuating anything, just would like to compare expectations with reality.
01-14-2013, 11:16 AM
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RE: bidding the 717
I am a DC9B FWIW
I forsee a lot of it filled by mandatories off the 88 with the junior guys getting it. I think a lot of people are scared of the flying it will do, long days, lots of legs, short overnights, low credit. If you look at the dc9 bid package its not good. I always look at the 88 open time and most of it contains the 5 leg days people hate. I think on the CA side it will go according to seniority but on the FO side I doubt it.
What is the incentive to bid the 717? If you are an FO the top mainly 25% can get a good gig but after that forget it. PLus throw in the new category, non-varied trip mix etc. I think many guys will take a wait and see (look how bad the airbus turned out for ATL guys) I think the DC9 guys may bid it bc its better AC, and the same flying with a new toy. THats my thoughts. I hope I can stay on the 9.
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I am a DC9B FWIW
I forsee a lot of it filled by mandatories off the 88 with the junior guys getting it. I think a lot of people are scared of the flying it will do, long days, lots of legs, short overnights, low credit. If you look at the dc9 bid package its not good. I always look at the 88 open time and most of it contains the 5 leg days people hate. I think on the CA side it will go according to seniority but on the FO side I doubt it.
What is the incentive to bid the 717? If you are an FO the top mainly 25% can get a good gig but after that forget it. PLus throw in the new category, non-varied trip mix etc. I think many guys will take a wait and see (look how bad the airbus turned out for ATL guys) I think the DC9 guys may bid it bc its better AC, and the same flying with a new toy. THats my thoughts. I hope I can stay on the 9.
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01-14-2013, 11:25 AM
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If we can show boobs on APC, can we make fun of them?
I've noticed I can get away with Biden jokes, but if I mention the C I C my posts get removed. Is Uncle Joe non political enough for satire?
Take this post. It shows a completely bare chest, two nipples, but since it has a Pontiac Trans Am it really can't offend anyone, because we all agree, a T-Top Thunderchicken TA is a cool ride. It also has an American Flag on it, and surely a Mod would not force us to take down our flags, right?
Besides, since when has Biden considered a politician ... seriously?
We know exactly how much boob we can show, but who's boobs can be shown remains unclear.
I've noticed I can get away with Biden jokes, but if I mention the C I C my posts get removed. Is Uncle Joe non political enough for satire?
Take this post. It shows a completely bare chest, two nipples, but since it has a Pontiac Trans Am it really can't offend anyone, because we all agree, a T-Top Thunderchicken TA is a cool ride. It also has an American Flag on it, and surely a Mod would not force us to take down our flags, right?
Besides, since when has Biden considered a politician ... seriously?
We know exactly how much boob we can show, but who's boobs can be shown remains unclear.
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01-14-2013, 11:28 AM
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Does anyone have an HSA, and invest their Balance through the Optum Health Bank?
Just wondering what other people do and how successful that is. I know DYOD but wanted other experiences.
Just wondering what other people do and how successful that is. I know DYOD but wanted other experiences.
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