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I've always presumed that "drained fluids" was an "all or nothing" indicator. Either the equipment worked 100%, but was drained for "pickling purposes", OR the equipment was "TRASHED" so they harvested the fluids for recycling/environmental purposes before scrapping.
I look forward to hearing...
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A duck is still a DUCK even if it's painted like the General Lee.
If seen by and "official" rednecks, and it still looks like a DUCK, it'll prolly GET SHOT AT ! ! !
Roger, Drew (sounds like a like out of AIRPLANE)
Thank you for being our frontline defense.
This is the first I've been able to log-in since just before 2300hrs Central Time last night (Sunday).
Godspeed on the recover efforts.
Vaya con Dios!
Cool!
Big Spring (without the "S") is just up the road from me! (about 80 miles)
I'll have to check that out with my contacts there and see what I can come up with. Maybe even get a chance to get some current photos and status details to share.
VTDD: If you have any contact info please feel...
DUWKS vs DUCKS
Just remember...
Ever since Alfred Hitchcock's classic suspense-thriller "THE BIRDS" people have been scared to death of FEATHERED PECKERS!!!
:doh:
BTW: You could always paint 'er PINK to match papabear's tutu:
(Photos courtesy of the movie: OPERATION PETTICOAT)
Depending upon her history (if you know anything of that duwk's service history) I would vote for a "true" restoration.
In the absence of a known history, I'd suggest that you go with something befitting your display theme.... Green w/invasion markings if so appropriate, or to show that the...
This reminded me of a trip across Arkansas years ago. Got stuck on the Interstate behind an OVERSIZE LOAD... A large deep keel sailboat on a semitrailer. The boat had her name painted on her stern that simply said:
Little Ark Rock & Saw
Little Rock, Arkansas
What an awesome idea!!!
Remember, Richard, ... nopics
We are expecting a comprehensive AAR ASAP.
Keep us posted on your organizational progress as well, please.
What sort of narrative will you be displaying/presenting regarding the Deuce's multifuel capability???
John
Ah, arriving at the SandBlaster. Many a DUWK emerged from the briny sea on to the sandy beaches of the world. I'm sure this DUWK is no different... the "sand in the wind" will surely bring back old memories for the old girl as well as bringing her new life.
Keep up the good work!... I'm sure...
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