http://www.seatstaysup.com/forums/ en Thu, 09 Sep 2010 06:00:16 GMT vBulletin 60 http://seatstaysup.com/forums/images/styles/soness/misc/rss.jpg http://www.seatstaysup.com/forums/ http://www.seatstaysup.com/forums/showthread.php?t=26662&goto=newpost Thu, 09 Sep 2010 02:16:25 GMT I've got a brand new Zex Traction Control Window Switch up for sale. I bought it to use on my 350Z, but after it just sitting here...I've decided to get rid of it.

Looking to get $130 o.b.o. ]]> Trading Post CodyD http://www.seatstaysup.com/forums/showthread.php?t=26662 http://www.seatstaysup.com/forums/showthread.php?t=26661&goto=newpost Thu, 09 Sep 2010 01:55:52 GMT http://www.statesmanjournal.com/arti...#ixzz0yzFCAQA1
Our dangerous, distracted commander in chief


WASHINGTON — Many have charged that President Obama's decision to begin withdrawing from Afghanistan 10 months from now is hampering our war effort. But now it's official.

In a stunning statement the other day, Marine Corps Commandant Gen. James Conway admitted that the July 2011 date is "probably giving our enemy sustenance."

A remarkably bold charge for an active military officer. It stops just short of suggesting aiding and abetting the enemy. Yet the observation is obvious: It is surely harder to prevail in a war that hinges on the allegiance of the locals when they hear the U.S. president talk of beginning a withdrawal that will ultimately leave them to the mercies of the Taliban.

How did Obama come to this decision? "Our Afghan policy was focused as much as anything on domestic politics," an Obama adviser at the time told The New York Times' Peter Baker. "He would not risk losing the moderate to centrist Democrats in the middle of health insurance reform and he viewed that legislation as the make-or-break legislation for his administration."

If this is true, then Obama's military leadership can only be called scandalous. During a recent four-day period, 22 Americans were killed in Afghanistan. This is not a place about which decisions should be made in order to placate congressmen, pass health care and thereby maintain a president's political standing. This is a place about which a president should make decisions to best succeed in the military mission he himself has set out.

But Obama sees his wartime duties as a threat to his domestic agenda. These wars are a distraction, unwanted interference with his true vocation — transforming America.

Such an impression could only have been reinforced when, given the opportunity in his Oval Office address last week to dispel the widespread perception in Afghanistan that America is leaving, Obama doubled down on his ambivalence. After giving a nod to the pace of troop reductions being conditions-based, he declared with his characteristic "but make no mistake" that "this transition will begin — because open-ended war serves neither our interests nor the Afghan people's."

These are the words of a man who wants out. Most emphatically on Iraq, where from the beginning Obama has made clear that his objective is simply ending combat operations by an arbitrary deadline — despite the fact that a new government has not been formed and all our hard-won success hangs in the balance — in order to address the more paramount concern: keeping a campaign promise. Time to "turn the page" and turn America elsewhere.

At first you'd think that turning is to Afghanistan. But Obama added nothing to his previously stated Afghan policy while emphatically reiterating July 2011 as the beginning of the end, or more diplomatically, of the "transition."

Well then, at least you'd then expect some vision of his larger foreign policy. After all, this was his first Oval Office address on the subject. What is the meaning, if any, of the Iraq and Afghan wars? And what of the clouds that are forming beyond those theaters: the drone-war escalation in Pakistan, the rise of al-Qaeda in Yemen, the danger of Somalia falling to al-Shabab, and the threat of renewed civil war in Islamist Sudan as a referendum on independence for southern Christians and animists approaches?

This was the stage for Obama to explain what follows the now-abolished Global War on Terror. Where does America stand on the spreading threats to stability, decency and U.S. interests from the Horn of Africa to the Hindu Kush?

On this, not a word. Instead, Obama made a strange and clumsy segue into a pep talk on the economy. Rebuilding it, he declared, "must be our central mission as a people, and my central responsibility as president." This in a speech ostensibly about the two wars he is directing. He could not have made more clear where his priorities lie, and how much he sees foreign policy — war policy — as subordinate to his domestic ambitions.

Unfortunately, what for Obama is a distraction is life or death for U.S. troops now on patrol in Kandahar province. Some presidents may not like being wartime leaders. But they don't get to decide. History does. Obama needs to accept the role. It's not just the U.S. military, as Baker reports, that is "worried he is not fully invested in the cause." Our allies, too, are experiencing doubt. And our enemies are drawing sustenance.


just ****ing nailed it. obama is about the biggest fool, and most malicious president weve ever had. he makes nixon look good... hell he makes nixon, carter, and lbj look good. ]]> Wnts2Go10O http://www.seatstaysup.com/forums/showthread.php?t=26661 http://www.seatstaysup.com/forums/showthread.php?t=26660&goto=newpost Wed, 08 Sep 2010 20:16:25 GMT I say keep them out. There have been times when I have left or moved to another part of a dining room/bar because of this. http://www.kcci.com/video/24920995/detail.html I say keep them out. There have been times when I have left or moved to another part of a dining room/bar because of this.

http://www.kcci.com/video/24920995/detail.html ]]> IMGreat101 http://www.seatstaysup.com/forums/showthread.php?t=26660 http://www.seatstaysup.com/forums/showthread.php?t=26659&goto=newpost Wed, 08 Sep 2010 17:20:16 GMT Brand new, only wore it once to try it on but I like my full face better. This is the helmet on their website:... Brand new, only wore it once to try it on but I like my full face better. This is the helmet on their website:
http://www.harley-davidson.com/mcm/m...bmLocale=en_US

I only want $180 for it, comes with the box and helmet bag. ]]> Trading Post DevilDougWS6 http://www.seatstaysup.com/forums/showthread.php?t=26659 http://www.seatstaysup.com/forums/showthread.php?t=26658&goto=newpost Wed, 08 Sep 2010 17:14:33 GMT Need some cash because I am moving, and I don't really need the eotech right now so I am selling it from my AR15. It is brand new condition, it may have a few small imperfections on the finish if any at all. I've only had it to the range 3 times to sight it in, it hasn't had any real use. It sits in my temperature controlled gun case so hopefully someone will get more use out of it than me.

The sight comes with the padded case, instruction manual, registration form, and thumb screw and a hex screw with the tool for mounting on the rail. I believe these are discontinued from EOtech

Here are specs from EOtech:

Operation

* Optics: Transmission holography - 100% parallax free
* Magnification: 1x
* Eye Relief: Unlimited
* Length/Width/Height: 4"x1.8"x2.25" (102x49x60 mm)
* Weight: 8.8 oz (250 grams)
* Temperature: -20 to 140 F
* Waterproof: Submersible to 10 ft depth
* Sealing: Fogproof internal optics
* Color/Finish: Non reflective black with hard coat finish
* Adjustment (per click): 0.5 MOA (1/2" at 100 yds)
* Adjustment Range: +/- 40 MOA travel
* Mount: Picatinny (MIL-STD-1913) rail
* Return to Zero: Repeatable to 2 MOA after re-mounting

Heads-Up-Display Window

* Optical Surfaces: Anti-glare coating
* Window Dimensions: 1.20" x 0.85" (30 x 23mm)
* Front Window Material: 1/8" solid glass
* Rear Window Material: Shatter resistant laminate (3/16" thick)
* Field of View (100 yds): 30 yds (28m) at a 4" eye relief
* Reticle Options: 65 MOA, Single 1 MOA dot, Special less lethal pattern for Sage and FN

Electrical

* Brightness Adjustment Range: 110,000:1 brightest to lowest
* No Night Vision Compatibility
* Power Source: 2x N type 1.5V alkaline batteries (3.0V)
* Battery Life: 200 continuous hours at nominal setting 12
* Brightness Settings: 30 settings with scrolling feature (10 settings for NV use)
* Auto Battery Check Indicator: Flashing reticle upon start-up
* Auto Shut-down: At 8 hrs- programmable to 4 hrs

The Model 511 is the economical solution that sacrifices very little. It includes many of the bells and whistles the HWS is known for. Its smaller, lighter design is perfect for tactical environments, hunting game, or knocking down targets at a more affordable price point.

* N Battery model
* 65 MOA circle with 1 MOA aiming dot reticle pattern
* Includes rugged aluminum hood assembly and knobbed, tool-less mounting bolt
* Interfaces to standard 1" Weaver dovetail / Picatinny rail

Not sure what it is worth, I have seen similar models online for over $450 so I'll start this at $400. If you find that its worth less just post up a site where its for sale and Ill change it.

Here it is on my rifle:



Going for $350 now ]]> Classifieds: Guns, Ammo, Accessories DevilDougWS6 http://www.seatstaysup.com/forums/showthread.php?t=26658 http://www.seatstaysup.com/forums/showthread.php?t=26657&goto=newpost Wed, 08 Sep 2010 13:47:25 GMT Mostly going to be using flux cored. Probably 75% of the welding will be done outside the shop and on the road so the easier to transport the better. My 115v Lincoln just doesn't have the power I need for well casing, steam fittings and light machinery repairs. I'd prefer to buy new, I've been shopping craigslist for a few weeks but nothing decent has come up... it's either too big, too small or too beat up.

Right now looking at the Hobart ironman 230 http://www.hobartwelders.com/product...ed/ironman230/

Opinions? Recommendations? I'm not a professional welder by any means... just a hobby that has found a use in my day job. ]]> The Shop Nautilus http://www.seatstaysup.com/forums/showthread.php?t=26657 http://www.seatstaysup.com/forums/showthread.php?t=26656&goto=newpost Wed, 08 Sep 2010 06:28:14 GMT You know the kind I mean the kind of music that makes you pedal down...name the ones you like. Ill start. Molly Hatchet-Flirtin With Disaster You know the kind I mean the kind of music that makes you pedal down...name the ones you like. Ill start.

Molly Hatchet-Flirtin With Disaster ]]> Bowtie Boy http://www.seatstaysup.com/forums/showthread.php?t=26656 http://www.seatstaysup.com/forums/showthread.php?t=26655&goto=newpost Wed, 08 Sep 2010 04:36:44 GMT Image: http://i53.photobucket.com/albums/g80/96impalass_photos/122.jpg ]]> The Babe Forum SuperChargedProStreetS10 http://www.seatstaysup.com/forums/showthread.php?t=26655 http://www.seatstaysup.com/forums/showthread.php?t=26654&goto=newpost Wed, 08 Sep 2010 02:34:41 GMT http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0985694/ Anyone see this yet? http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0985694/

Anyone see this yet? ]]> Zman http://www.seatstaysup.com/forums/showthread.php?t=26654 http://www.seatstaysup.com/forums/showthread.php?t=26653&goto=newpost Wed, 08 Sep 2010 02:33:55 GMT http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1440728/ Anyone see this yet? http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1440728/

Anyone see this yet? ]]> Zman http://www.seatstaysup.com/forums/showthread.php?t=26653 http://www.seatstaysup.com/forums/showthread.php?t=26651&goto=newpost Wed, 08 Sep 2010 01:47:17 GMT http://www.liveleak.com/view?i=263_1283781392&p=1

saw this on another forum and thought id share

holy sh!t some of these are intense.. ]]> Multimedia Exchange presto_z http://www.seatstaysup.com/forums/showthread.php?t=26651 http://www.seatstaysup.com/forums/showthread.php?t=26650&goto=newpost Tue, 07 Sep 2010 22:50:41 GMT ive been itching to get a street trail lately but i really dont know too much about them.it would definately be driven on the highway so what kind of cc bike would i need to do that safely. ive been itching to get a street trail lately but i really dont know too much about them.it would definately be driven on the highway so what kind of cc bike would i need to do that safely. ]]> The Garage bderlan http://www.seatstaysup.com/forums/showthread.php?t=26650 http://www.seatstaysup.com/forums/showthread.php?t=26649&goto=newpost Tue, 07 Sep 2010 21:29:21 GMT http://gawker.com/5632192/koran+burn...o-stop-for-now

There's a bunch more in the news. Can't believe this one had not poped up in here yet.

I for one am now going to be on high alert around Mosul here. This ****ing guy is going to cause all kinds of backlash here, America, and abroad. Most Muslims would not burn the bible since they consider it Holy as well. ]]> Richiec77 http://www.seatstaysup.com/forums/showthread.php?t=26649 http://www.seatstaysup.com/forums/showthread.php?t=26648&goto=newpost Tue, 07 Sep 2010 18:15:10 GMT How exactly does this work? I have heard people talk about it and getting money back and what not..but how? I have been in my house for about 9 years now, so I have quite a bit of equity built up. I have been trying to sell the house for a while now with no luck. I am now thinking about... How exactly does this work? I have heard people talk about it and getting money back and what not..but how? I have been in my house for about 9 years now, so I have quite a bit of equity built up. I have been trying to sell the house for a while now with no luck. I am now thinking about refinancing and just staying there. My only issue is I have a 2nd mortgage on the house as well. How would this work? Would this be a good thing to do or should I just tough it out until it sells? ]]> TN94Z http://www.seatstaysup.com/forums/showthread.php?t=26648 http://www.seatstaysup.com/forums/showthread.php?t=26647&goto=newpost Tue, 07 Sep 2010 02:06:50 GMT Nothing too crazy, went back up north where I came from originally. Honestly every time I visit I wonder why I go back to FL....... Image: http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b41/camar0corey/Summer2010/08051126.jpg Image: http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b41/camar0corey/Summer2010/08051127a.jpg ... Nothing too crazy, went back up north where I came from originally. Honestly every time I visit I wonder why I go back to FL.......

















Yeah I get to work on my vacations! I picked some apples and then helped my Dad and brother with that shed. They also had a tornado go through a week before I was up, that's what the first two pictures are about.

I love that store Half Time in Poughkeepsie, NY. Beer from 1500 microbreweries! I have no idea what to get when I go to that place.:)

That pizza was damn delicious! From some place in CT I've already forgotten.:lol: ]]> camar0corey http://www.seatstaysup.com/forums/showthread.php?t=26647