Good morning!!!!

Eric Salop · May 3, 2018

PJ, the one thing I don't like about hydro static tractors is that the transmission whine sounds like an amplified version of my tinnitus. I suspect my early rifle shooting days without ear defenders may be the biggest cause. Whenever tinnitus gets us both down, at least we can think back to some of the good times we had while our ears were getting wrecked.

daugen · May 3, 2018

With this being classed as a "historic" building, I have a planning condition that prohibits me from using power tools to cut out old mortar before repointing

Eric that is really a stupid rule. What's next, you need to use a club and adze on your wood beams?

I grew up in an old colonial area, our home was 1720, and the preservationist/historic groups were a mixed bag. No one wants you to paint your house Bermuda Pink in the historic district. No one wants you to use non fire proof shingles in California. But to legislate how you get the mortar off your house to make it better, even more authentic. Dumb. I can hear some hear hears in Parliament...
Our local groups even prescribed the type of mortar used. I can only call the results innies or outies, does the mortar go in or stand out a little.
That too has a rule. This was a huge issue in getting our ancient church building repointed, plus we were almost told you need to put slate back on your roof. Which we did. Slate came from India interestingly. Apparently the Vermont stuff was much more expensive (you'd think shipping would eat that up...)and the slate from India was half again thicker for the same price.

Folks with strong sense of personal freedom should not move into historical districts. Very aggravating unless you are really into it.

61 degrees going up to high 80's today, sweat band day. I got through the night without a mandatory cramp relieving trip to the hot tub, drank extra water, though I haven't been sweating all that much. Today I will...

toppop52 · May 3, 2018

rlgustafson said:
I had both Prevanar 13 and the Prevanar 23.

Got to admit I wasn’t aware of the P23.

toppop52 · May 3, 2018

59, going back to about 90 today.
Still not sleeping well but maybe soon.

Got a lot of flowers out yesterday and too much sun.

I took the Monte Carlo for a ride to test the ac and cooling performance before next months run to Carlisle for the GM show. Worked like a new one!

Ellen is working from here today, she’s bringing Gracie the bulldog, my cat Buddy and she are becoming the best buds. I have to go to the grocery store myself.
Leftover crud plus heat and pollen are really bothering me this year, I usually don’t even notice.

Well guys, I hope you all have great days and may God bless you all. I’m hitting the shower to see if I can shake off this 4 hour nap I’ve had.

Thomas · May 3, 2018

54F cloudy now upper 70's for high chance of shower.

Just before day break not to far from bedroom window gobbling sound :confused2: from turkey looking for girl friend.
Yesterday warm near 90F was shock to the system...whew,not much done outside last evening.
Long 4 day weekend starting tomorrow so I plan keeping low profile at work today.

Enjoy the day all.

Looking4new · May 3, 2018

40 and going to a high of 55. Wind SSW 5 mph. 40% chance of drizzle/rain.

I've got a dump run today AND pick up some more black earth for the gardens. the earth that is in the gardens will be coming out and used to top dress the lawn. I should get a couple of bales of peat moss while I am at it.

That is my day all mapped out.

have a good day all

ronjhall · May 3, 2018

Second cup of coffee has been poured. 61° with rain this morning. Heading to 73° with more rain all day. .61" of rain overnight. Thunderstorms started coming thru about 11 pm last night. I think I got about 2 hours of sleep last night. We needed the rain that came with it. Grass will start growing. Mower has been ready for a month. No plans for the day. Maybe a trip to Menards and HF for something I do not need.
Glad to see everyone is getting better.
Prayers for all those in need.
Good Morning All.

wngsprd · May 3, 2018

54 going to 92...which will be a record if it gets that high...got to 91 yesterday.

Nice cart, mostly.

Randy, I'm sure a ride in the MC helps make you feel better.

Rick, how's the 1211 doing? I stopped by the dealer yesterday after going to the gym...literally climbed up on one...it's a monster, but what a comfy seat and solid machine. Also looked at the ZD1021, 1011, and gas 726...all nice machines and twice the cost of my first pickup truck. Didn't have time to take a test mow, but did get some discounted prices and brochures.

Early haircut, then gym again and then home to help my wife plant the garden. I gave it it's final till last evening.

lostcreekranch · May 3, 2018

wngsprd said:
54 going to 92...which will be a record if it gets that high...got to 91 yesterday.

Nice cart, mostly.

Randy, I'm sure a ride in the MC helps make you feel better.

Rick, how's the 1211 doing? I stopped by the dealer yesterday after going to the gym...literally climbed up on one...it's a monster, but what a comfy seat and solid machine. Also looked at the ZD1021, 1011, and gas 726...all nice machines and twice the cost of my first pickup truck. Didn't have time to take a test mow, but did get some discounted prices and brochures.

Early haircut, then gym again and then home to help my wife plant the garden. I gave it it's final till last evening.

I just crossed 15 hours on the ZD1211 yesterday. So far, I’m very happy with it. I’ve ordered a set of Oregon Gator mulching blades for it. That should improve the cut even more.

I created a new thread about it here if you’re interested.

My New Kubota ZD1211 Mower
My New Kubota ZD1211 Mower