Title: Chasd60's tow vehicle
Post by: brainpause on Aug 13, 2005, 02:13 PM
Post by: brainpause on Aug 13, 2005, 02:13 PM
Remember the tow vehicle wars a few years ago, mostly between Charlie and Rick (where's Rick, BTW)?
Well, I think I found a picture of Charlie's:
http://images.snapfish.com/3446%3B8%3B923232%7Ffp64%3Dot%3E2349%3D466%3D%3C94%3DXROQDF%3E23239%3C%3B824997ot1lsi (//%22http://images.snapfish.com/3446%3B8%3B923232%7Ffp64%3Dot%3E2349%3D466%3D%3C94%3DXROQDF%3E23239%3C%3B824997ot1lsi%22)
:)
Larry
Well, I think I found a picture of Charlie's:
http://images.snapfish.com/3446%3B8%3B923232%7Ffp64%3Dot%3E2349%3D466%3D%3C94%3DXROQDF%3E23239%3C%3B824997ot1lsi (//%22http://images.snapfish.com/3446%3B8%3B923232%7Ffp64%3Dot%3E2349%3D466%3D%3C94%3DXROQDF%3E23239%3C%3B824997ot1lsi%22)
:)
Larry
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Post by: chasd60 on Aug 13, 2005, 07:36 PM
Post by: chasd60 on Aug 13, 2005, 07:36 PM
Quote from: brainpauseRemember the tow vehicle wars a few years ago, mostly between Charlie and Rick (where's Rick, BTW)?Rick has been hiding somewhere
Well, I think I found a picture of Charlie's:
http://images.snapfish.com/3446%3B8%3B923232%7Ffp64%3Dot%3E2349%3D466%3D%3C94%3DXROQDF%3E23239%3C%3B824997ot1lsi
:)
Larry
I got a new hybrid and a new TV, you can see the PopUp Times sticker on the TV.
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Post by: Kelly on Aug 13, 2005, 08:13 PM
Post by: Kelly on Aug 13, 2005, 08:13 PM
Nice setup, Charlie.
I bet Rick could pull that with his motorcycle ....[/FONT]
I bet Rick could pull that with his motorcycle ....[/FONT]
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Post by: brainpause on Aug 14, 2005, 06:55 AM
Post by: brainpause on Aug 14, 2005, 06:55 AM
Quote from: chasd60Rick has been hiding somewhere
I got a new hybrid and a new TV, you can see the PopUp Times sticker on the TV.
*snicker*
I'm surprised plastic gears will hold up!
Larry
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Post by: CampNfan on Aug 22, 2005, 11:05 AM
Post by: CampNfan on Aug 22, 2005, 11:05 AM
Peek A Boo!! :!
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Post by: Kelly on Aug 22, 2005, 04:53 PM
Post by: Kelly on Aug 22, 2005, 04:53 PM
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Rick!!!![/font]
[/SIZE]You Scared Me.
:D
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:D
Title: now heres a tow vehichle in action
Post by: astropunk on Aug 22, 2005, 05:23 PM
Post by: astropunk on Aug 22, 2005, 05:23 PM
This is a video clip, so it might be a large download for dialup users...
http://media.ebaumsworld.com/cartrailor.wmv
http://media.ebaumsworld.com/cartrailor.wmv
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Post by: cyclone on Aug 22, 2005, 06:55 PM
Post by: cyclone on Aug 22, 2005, 06:55 PM
Hey Rick!!!! :!
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Post by: brainpause on Aug 22, 2005, 07:55 PM
Post by: brainpause on Aug 22, 2005, 07:55 PM
wussup Rick!
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Post by: Harhir on Aug 25, 2005, 09:38 AM
Post by: Harhir on Aug 25, 2005, 09:38 AM
Quote from: brainpauseRemember the tow vehicle wars a few years ago, mostly between Charlie and Rick (where's Rick, BTW)?
Well, I think I found a picture of Charlie's:
http://images.snapfish.com/3446%3B8%3B923232%7Ffp64%3Dot%3E2349%3D466%3D%3C94%3DXROQDF%3E23239%3C%3B824997ot1lsi
:)
Larry
That remembers me a truck prototype a German company introduced in the 80s. Since there is an overall lenght limit on tractor-trailer combinations in Europe this company moved the tractor under the trailer to use the freed space for load.
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Post by: brainpause on Aug 25, 2005, 11:47 AM
Post by: brainpause on Aug 25, 2005, 11:47 AM
Quote from: HarhirThat remembers me a truck prototype a German company introduced in the 80s. Since there is an overall lenght limit on tractor-trailer combinations in Europe this company moved the tractor under the trailer to use the freed space for load.
Those are cute..err...cool!
Larry
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Post by: AZPopper on Aug 29, 2005, 01:32 PM
Post by: AZPopper on Aug 29, 2005, 01:32 PM
Quote from: astropunkThis is a video clip, so it might be a large download for dialup users...OHMIGOSH!! :yikes: LOL! I'm in the process of shopping for a new/used tow vehicle. I'll be sure to get something with a bit more "oomph"!
http://media.ebaumsworld.com/cartrailor.wmv
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Post by: TheViking on Aug 29, 2005, 02:41 PM
Post by: TheViking on Aug 29, 2005, 02:41 PM
Quote from: astropunkThis is a video clip, so it might be a large download for dialup users...
http://media.ebaumsworld.com/cartrailor.wmv
Wow! When I posted this I got all kinds of flak. Where is AustinBostin?
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Post by: AZPopper on Aug 29, 2005, 08:10 PM
Post by: AZPopper on Aug 29, 2005, 08:10 PM
Quote from: TheVikingWow! When I posted this I got all kinds of flak. Where is AustinBostin?Okay, I'm new to the forum so maybe I'm stepping in something here, but why would you get flak for posting it? Just curious...
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Post by: ForestCreature on Aug 29, 2005, 11:04 PM
Post by: ForestCreature on Aug 29, 2005, 11:04 PM
Quote from: AZPopperOkay, I'm new to the forum so maybe I'm stepping in something here, but why would you get flak for posting it? Just curious...Beats the heII out of me!
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Post by: TheViking on Aug 29, 2005, 11:46 PM
Post by: TheViking on Aug 29, 2005, 11:46 PM
Here is the post that followed my link to the video:
I have seen this several times before on other sites, perhaps someone could find one that excersises more self control (i.e. is more family-friendly).
Second, while this appears funny, it was a very dangerous event. Woefully inadequate tow vehicle, woefully inadequate brakes, and woefully inadequate driver, in no particuar order.
He/she got very lucky that:
* there were no pedestrians between the point of absolute failure and the point of end of momentum.
* there was a place where there could be an end of momentum before going "over the edge."
* they were able to find that point of end of momentum, whether by intention (not likely) or luck (most likely).
This is proof that woefully inadequate tow vehicles are self-correcting situations. What I'd like to know is what the dealer told them about their tow vehicle.
Now, since this post it has been made known that it was just taken too seriously and not a big deal. But at first it seemed like I made someone a bit upset. It is in the General Forum and the post is called Funny Video if you want to read it in it's entirety.
I have seen this several times before on other sites, perhaps someone could find one that excersises more self control (i.e. is more family-friendly).
Second, while this appears funny, it was a very dangerous event. Woefully inadequate tow vehicle, woefully inadequate brakes, and woefully inadequate driver, in no particuar order.
He/she got very lucky that:
* there were no pedestrians between the point of absolute failure and the point of end of momentum.
* there was a place where there could be an end of momentum before going "over the edge."
* they were able to find that point of end of momentum, whether by intention (not likely) or luck (most likely).
This is proof that woefully inadequate tow vehicles are self-correcting situations. What I'd like to know is what the dealer told them about their tow vehicle.
Now, since this post it has been made known that it was just taken too seriously and not a big deal. But at first it seemed like I made someone a bit upset. It is in the General Forum and the post is called Funny Video if you want to read it in it's entirety.
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Post by: AZPopper on Aug 30, 2005, 11:46 AM
Post by: AZPopper on Aug 30, 2005, 11:46 AM
Quote from: TheVikingHere is the post that followed my link to the video:Well, I just thought it was pretty darn funny. Life is not much without laughter. :J (Then again, I'm known to have a fairly warped sense of humor... LOL!)
I have seen this several times before on other sites, perhaps someone could find one that excersises more self control (i.e. is more family-friendly).
Second, while this appears funny, it was a very dangerous event. Woefully inadequate tow vehicle, woefully inadequate brakes, and woefully inadequate driver, in no particuar order.
He/she got very lucky that:
* there were no pedestrians between the point of absolute failure and the point of end of momentum.
* there was a place where there could be an end of momentum before going "over the edge."
* they were able to find that point of end of momentum, whether by intention (not likely) or luck (most likely).
This is proof that woefully inadequate tow vehicles are self-correcting situations. What I'd like to know is what the dealer told them about their tow vehicle.
Now, since this post it has been made known that it was just taken too seriously and not a big deal. But at first it seemed like I made someone a bit upset. It is in the General Forum and the post is called Funny Video if you want to read it in it's entirety.
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Post by: AustinBoston on Aug 30, 2005, 12:29 PM
Post by: AustinBoston on Aug 30, 2005, 12:29 PM
TheViking: My primary issue with your (now old and dead) post wasn't with the video, but with the site it came from (That video has been hosted all over the internet). Before the video was done loading, I got three pop-up ads that would have left a Victoria's Secret clerk blushing, and that was with a pop-up blocker running.
It is funny. I just wanted folks to remember that we have to take ratings and towing seriously. I had an incident many years ago that probably would have looked just as funny on video. But it would be a video I could never watch, because my stupidity came close to rolling my trailer and tow vehicle, and could have killed an unknown number of people. You can read all about it in Swaying Towards Disaster (http://www.popuptimes.com/archives/swaying.asp).
Be safe.
Have fun.
Austin
It is funny. I just wanted folks to remember that we have to take ratings and towing seriously. I had an incident many years ago that probably would have looked just as funny on video. But it would be a video I could never watch, because my stupidity came close to rolling my trailer and tow vehicle, and could have killed an unknown number of people. You can read all about it in Swaying Towards Disaster (http://www.popuptimes.com/archives/swaying.asp).
Be safe.
Have fun.
Austin
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Post by: AZPopper on Aug 30, 2005, 12:51 PM
Post by: AZPopper on Aug 30, 2005, 12:51 PM
Quote from: AustinBostonIt is funny. I just wanted folks to remember that we have to take ratings and towing seriously. I had an incident many years ago that probably would have looked just as funny on video. But it would be a video I could never watch, because my stupidity came close to rolling my trailer and tow vehicle, and could have killed an unknown number of people. You can read all about it in Swaying Towards Disaster.On a more serious note, thank you for posting the link to your article. It has some very useful information, especially for someone like me who is new to towing. Thanks for taking the time to write it and share your experience, harrowing as it was!
Be safe.
Have fun.
Austin
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Post by: TheViking on Aug 30, 2005, 01:37 PM
Post by: TheViking on Aug 30, 2005, 01:37 PM
Quote from: AustinBostonTheViking: My primary issue with your (now old and dead) post wasn't with the video, but with the site it came from (That video has been hosted all over the internet). Before the video was done loading, I got three pop-up ads that would have left a Victoria's Secret clerk blushing, and that was with a pop-up blocker running.
It is funny. I just wanted folks to remember that we have to take ratings and towing seriously. I had an incident many years ago that probably would have looked just as funny on video. But it would be a video I could never watch, because my stupidity came close to rolling my trailer and tow vehicle, and could have killed an unknown number of people. You can read all about it in Swaying Towards Disaster.
Be safe.
Have fun.
Austin
Got ya. I don't know where the pop-ups came from though. The link was sent to me from a friend, I never got any pop-ups. I'm also sure it won't be the last time that video shows up.