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Keep in mind that while TN may not require a tag on your trailer, other states do. Like window tinting, it doesn't matter where it's registered, you must comply with the laws where you are. A trailer tag is cheap and permanent. That said, you're not likely to get nicked for it.

Use the red plastic tube nozzle extension doodad. With a little practice, the red tube itself will catch fire so you don't have to hold your other hand out there to light it off. Anything flammable works... brake cleaner, hairspray, contact cleaner, ...

I've noticed the reply editor has stopped automatically recognizing web links and making them click-able. It used to do that. I don't know what's changed. Anyone else have this? Whether I type in www.google.com or paste in https://www.google.com/ either way, it doesn't work. Ok. it's trying to make a liar out of me... the paste thing worked that time.

There's an app for that.... I can't remember the actual name, but search the marketplace for "CCW" or something like that. Otherwise, www.handgunlaw.us

My brother-in-law was an EMT for several years. The stress of the job, working odd hours, and one particular call involving a child that didn't make it pushed him to seek other employment. I also have an acquaintance that's an EMT in Knoxville. I'm sure he'd be willing to give you the scoop, if you're interested.

Last fall I was going out to work in the yard. I leave my cruddy shoes in the garage. After sticking my foot in a shoe that had a huge cockroach in it several years ago, I've learned to bang my shoes on the ground to make sure nothing's in them before I put them on. When I did it this time, a huge black widow tumbled out. In the time it took for me to swat her with the shoe, I noticed dozens of tiny baby black widows scurrying for cover. It instantly became the 'whack-a-mole' game as I pounded away furiously. I think I got them all. I didn't tell my wife, lest she refused to set foot in the garage again. WD-40 or carb cleaner and a cigarette lighter works pretty good.

Looks like fun!

Been to the zoo lately? We were there yesterday, didn't see any gravel lots.

This is how I've done it in the past, though it's generally been big holes not lots of small ones.

Look in the briars under high tension power lines. There are some that grow around where I work. They get picked over pretty fast, both by people and critters.

They're just less intrusive intrusions.

I think speed will always be king. The limiting factor these days is the pilot. I'm fascinated by the design of the SR-71, mostly because of the time in which it was done. They didn't have all the fancy tools we have today. That's probably why it so cool looking. The Valkyrie you mentioned is likely the XB-70, also a really cool plane. There's one on display at the USAF museum in Dayton OH. I highly recommend a visiting, it's fascinating.

I see little more than laziness and bullying something that can't fight back. Disgusting.

This. The gun can only be used when the plane is flying a relatively low speed. Hypersonic flight is in excess of 3000 mph. The F-22 uses the same (or nearly the same) 20mm Vulcan cannon as everything else (F-18, F-16, F15, F-14, etc... ). Like I said above, the plane has an engine to maintain its speed, the bullets begin to slow down the moment they exit the muzzle. You're right about the SR-71. It's skin was largely made of titanium (same thing exhaust systems are made of these days) and since they couldn't make a fuel bladder that would take the heat, the skin itself is the fuel tank. The plane gets so hot during high speed flight (~950 deg F in spots) that in order to accommodate thermal expansion, it leaks like a sieve when it's cold. I believe the whole plane grows about 1" in length at speed. Alas, youtube is blocked by big brother so I'll have to watch that later.

PSL mag's aren't cheap or easy to find.

The stagnation temp at hypersonic velocity can exceed 1400 deg C. Copper melts at 1000 deg C. The jacket will begin to vaporize when the bullet exits the muzzle. I be surprised if it makes it 100 ft, much less 100 yds. I guess I'm slow, I don't get the reference to Steven Wright (assuming you mean the comedian).

According to this, yes. http://www.tnfish.or...sories_TWRA.htm

Neat idea. If it's cheap, I might be interested.

Which will happen almost immediately. The plane has propulsion to maintain it's speed. The bullet doesn't. Yes, the bullet would be stationary (briefly) relative to the Earth. However, if you're in the cockpit,you've just shot a hole in the back of your plane while traveling 1800 mph. I suspect you'd have bigger worries.

This, but only briefly. The aerodynamic heating caused by the near hypersonic velocity would destroy the bullet almost immediately. Faster than a speeding bullet.

Depends on the model plane and the jet it hits. Jet engines suck up single birds and keep on going. I work on the commercial equivalent of the engine in the Global Hawk. It typically takes several large birds to do enough damage to cause an immediate shut down. Jet drones also typically fly very high... 50,000 ft or higher. Typical R/C stuff won't get anywhere near that, and even it if could, you wouldn't be able to see it from the ground. Basically, a collision would do some damage, but it likely wouldn't bring the drone down immediately.

Off topic.... Here's a condensed version of the speech I've started giving students I talk to... First, forget the possibility of getting an engineering degree in 4 years. Plan for at least 5. Assuming you're a traditional student, you have nothing but time. You probably don't think so, but trust me. Get a wife, couple kids, mortgage, 50+ hr/wk job, ... options get limited real fast. If money is tight, strongly consider entering a community college transfer program. It will take a little longer to finish, but you'll save a lot of money. It's a great way to get through all those useless classes some nitwit administrator thinks you need to be "well rounded". It'll give you more time to concentrate on the important stuff at the university. Take every class you think might be interesting, regardless of topic. Again, you have nothing but time and they're free. If you're a hunter, take a few wildlife classes. If you like music, take a few music classes. History buff? Take a history class, etc. You never know where they'll take you. At the very least, you can audit the class. No grade to worry about, just a few hours per week. The mind needs distraction from all the engineering stuff that's being crammed in. I regret not taking advantage of several opportunities when I was in school. It's critical that you fully understand the fundamentals you learn in the first couple years. Work very hard to maintain a good GPA. As you gain class hours, the effect of an individual class grade is reduced. Start with a good GPA (3.0 or higher) and you'll likely keep it. Start poorly and it's really tough to dig out of that hole. A 4.0 isn't necessary, some employers even frown on that. They think you're a book nerd with no practical/people skills. That said, don't forget to have fun... party with friends.... blow off some steam, engineering school is tough. College is way more fun than working for a living. In a bigger school, it's easy to become a number and just slide through. The classes are large and there's little individual student/faculty interaction. If you have questions or aren't sure, ask. Both in class and outside of class. Some professors won't give you the time of day, but some will be very helpful. Having professors know your name and face can have benefits. For that matter, get to know the department secretaries too. You'll be surprised how much help they can be. Internship/co-op experience is an absolute must these days. Don't wait until you're a senior for the internship, do it as early as you can. Your primary goal for the internship is to decide if you really like engineering (and make a little cash). You don't want to be 2 semesters from graduating and decide this sucks. If you get a full-time internship, take night classes while you're working. You'll be surprised at how fast you get away from being studious. The job market is tough these days. New graduates are competing with guys like me. You need something that makes you stand out. Get involved in extra-curricular student activates/societies/projects.... hands-on stuff where you're actually building something, stuff that involves groups. You'll gain very valuable organizational and people skills. If you have any thought on continuing on to grad school, do it now. Here's where having the faculty know you helps considerably. Let them know you're interested. Assistantships can be available that make grad school basically free. Talk to other grad students to see what it's like. Choose carefully, some professors like getting their grad students through quickly, some keep them around a long time. Some might say it's better to wait and let your employer put you through school. Wrong. Few employers do that anymore. Of the rare places that do, most require you to pay for everything up front and they'll reimburse you later. There's plenty more, but that's enough for now...

I'm interested. Be happy to carpool with folks from this direction.

Yep, been one (ME) for 13 years and counting. Had 3 different jobs in 3 different industries. Happy to talk about it more if you like. http://www.asme.org/kb/news---articles/articles/technology-and-society/mobile-apps-for-engineers--what%E2%80%99s-in-store- http://www.asme.org/kb/news---articles/articles/technology-and-society/10-ipad-apps-for-engineers

Congrats! Coming up on 11 years here. There's definitely been some good times and not so good times. Such is life. How can they value something they don't understand?