THE Random Chat Thread - AKA "The RCT" - No shirt or shoes required - Open 24 / 7

[newnan man]

Good morning. Sunset on the Indian River.

 

[releventchair]

Looks like it's a lone wolf day of bush walking. The young guy is out till he heals up

Good morning everybody

Mornin Evan!

 

[Oregon Viking]

I used to load 14' x 8' particle board in Crescent City, then run 199 out to Grants Pass
on my way to Colorado Springs, Co.

That first 20 miles up 199 was always a nightmare. 90% of the time there would be a
CHP on my ass from the time I turned on 199 all the way to the Oregon border, just
waiting for me to screw up. Vacation traffic (morons in RV's) were a nightmare during
the summer months, as I couldn't make the corners without using part of the oncoming
lane, and those idiots would just sit there half way through the turn, clueless.

It is indeed a beautiful drive....but far better in a car than something 90' long that
bends in the middle.

You were a Hambro hauler !!

AI explanation.

Located in Del Norte County, California, the Patrick Creek Narrows is famously one of the skinniest, most unforgiving sections of U.S. 199. The severe "scars," scrapes, and dents lining the roadside guardrails are primarily caused by the following factors:

Squeezing Past Each Other: Locals and truck drivers frequently note that while two modern semi-trucks can technically fit in their respective lanes, the clearance is razor-thin. When two large rigs pass each other on the narrowest bends, drivers are forced to hug the white lines so tightly that their bumpers and trailer sides routinely scrape against the metal guardrails.

Inexperienced Drivers & Centerline Hazards: Highly skilled local drivers (like logging and chip truck operators) know how to precisely handle the curves. However, inexperienced drivers or those unfamiliar with the route often fail to swing wide enough. To avoid crossing the centerline into oncoming traffic, they end up dragging their rigs against the guardrail.

Extreme Geography: Hemmed in by steep canyon walls on one side and the Middle Fork Smith River on the other, the road features sharp, blind curves, overhanging rocks, and highly narrow bridges with zero shoulder room.

The ongoing construction includes:

Curve Realignment & Widening: Reshaping and widening the highway specifically between Post Miles 20.5 and 25.6 to give trucks more breathing room.
Rock Excavation: Blasting and removing the infamous overhanging rocks in the Narrows that force trucks to veer toward the center or the guardrails.
Bridge & Guardrail Upgrades: Replacing or reworking local bridges and upgrading the heavily battered safety hardware along the corridor.

 

[Oregon Viking]

Good afternoon !

 

[Oregon Viking]

I used to load 14' x 8' particle board in Crescent City, then run 199 out to Grants Pass
on my way to Colorado Springs, Co.

That first 20 miles up 199 was always a nightmare. 90% of the time there would be a
CHP on my ass from the time I turned on 199 all the way to the Oregon border, just
waiting for me to screw up. Vacation traffic (morons in RV's) were a nightmare during
the summer months, as I couldn't make the corners without using part of the oncoming
lane, and those idiots would just sit there half way through the turn, clueless.

It is indeed a beautiful drive....but far better in a car than something 90' long that
bends in the middle.

I had a tailgater, Mitsubishi of some sort.... would not back the **** off and I was already going a bit over the posted signs, so I sped up and could see him having problems. He F'ed off. There have been a lot of overturned semis and a few cars crash in the "narrows" Knowing the road really helps and having recently upgraded to Koni adjustable struts and shocks, adjustable lower control arm and panhard bar kit. Also sub frame connectors and strut tower brace. Being a 1992 a lot of this stuff needed upgraded/replaced for safety reasons.... metal fatigue and wear and tear.

Suspension upgrades made it handle better but rides rough as hell !! I think it's time for something else.

 

[Oregon Viking]

Looks like it's a lone wolf day of bush walking. The young guy is out till he heals up as he's suffering the effects of the poison ivy.

Well I hope is alright, and is careful what/where he touches... You know....

 

[pepperj]

Clearing a overgrown garden, unloaded the brush and this one was sitting on the tailgate.

The Io moth caterpillar is venomous and dangerous to touch, but it is generally not lethal. The spines covering its body are hollow, brittle, and connected to venom glands. Upon contact, the spikes break off into the skin, releasing a toxin.

• Symptoms: Contact usually produces an immediate, intense burning or stinging sensation similar to a severe bee or wasp sting. This is typically followed by localized inflammation, redness, swelling, and welts.
• Systemic Signs: In some cases, localized symptoms can spread or be accompanied by transient nausea or headaches during the first few hours.
• Severe Complications: While rare, individuals who are highly sensitive or allergic to insect venom can experience severe hypersensitivity reactions or anaphylaxis.

 

[pepperj]

Well I hope is alright, and is careful what/where he touches... You know....

Wash before handling the goods.

 

[Oregon Viking]

Clearing a overgrown garden, unloaded the brush and this one was sitting on the tailgate. View attachment 2262912View attachment 2262913

The Io moth caterpillar is venomous and dangerous to touch, but it is generally not lethal. The spines covering its body are hollow, brittle, and connected to venom glands. Upon contact, the spikes break off into the skin, releasing a toxin.

• Symptoms: Contact usually produces an immediate, intense burning or stinging sensation similar to a severe bee or wasp sting. This is typically followed by localized inflammation, redness, swelling, and welts.
• Systemic Signs: In some cases, localized symptoms can spread or be accompanied by transient nausea or headaches during the first few hours.
• Severe Complications: While rare, individuals who are highly sensitive or allergic to insect venom can experience severe hypersensitivity reactions or anaphylaxis.

 

[Oregon Viking]

Injection molded dream mat sluice ! I must have one !!!!!

 

[Oregon Viking]

Youngsters.

 

[ConceptualizedNetherlandr]

Injection molded dream mat sluice ! I must have one !!!!!


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How many minutes of hard rock erosion is it rated for?

 

[pepperj]

Injection molded dream mat sluice ! I must have one !!!!!


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Is this true?

Material Hardness & Flexibility

• Shore Hardness: They are typically cast to a flexible, rubbery hardness (roughly around 70A to 80A Shore hardness, similar to the tread of a skateboard wheel or a shoe sole).
• Texture: They are pliable, bendable, and rubbery rather than brittle or rigid.
• Purpose: This elasticity is essential for the fluid mechanics of the mat. It allows the vortex cells to flex under water pressure, creating the "hydro-cyclone" effect that traps fine gold while purging out heavier black sands.

 

[oldmxrat]

Mornin Evan!

I love Tom the mime, and I can't believe they fired him!
Saw him several times as my ex and her kids liked going there.

 

[oldmxrat]

I had a tailgater, Mitsubishi of some sort.... would not back the **** off and I was already going a bit over the posted signs, so I sped up and could see him having problems. He F'ed off. There have been a lot of overturned semis and a few cars crash in the "narrows" Knowing the road really helps and having recently upgraded to Koni adjustable struts and shocks, adjustable lower control arm and panhard bar kit. Also sub frame connectors and strut tower brace. Being a 1992 a lot of this stuff needed upgraded/replaced for safety reasons.... metal fatigue and wear and tear.

Suspension upgrades made it handle better but rides rough as hell !! I think it's time for something else.

I added a panhard bar to my 2wd Toyota pickup back in the 80's, couldn't believe the difference in handling! It was like a slot car

 

[Oregon Viking]

Is this true?

Material Hardness & Flexibility

• Shore Hardness: They are typically cast to a flexible, rubbery hardness (roughly around 70A to 80A Shore hardness, similar to the tread of a skateboard wheel or a shoe sole).
• Texture: They are pliable, bendable, and rubbery rather than brittle or rigid.
• Purpose: This elasticity is essential for the fluid mechanics of the mat. It allows the vortex cells to flex under water pressure, creating the "hydro-cyclone" effect that traps fine gold while purging out heavier black sands.

Possibly. I have the dream mats and they are very flexible rubber, these are designed to be more rigid, all in one ready to go. I still like Gold Hog mats better then anything I have tried. No classifying and different matting for different gold.... fine coarse and different water flow. I will give these a chance though.

 

[Oregon Viking]

I added a panhard bar to my 2wd Toyota pickup back in the 80's, couldn't believe the difference in handling! It was like a slot car

They work great ! My stock panhard bar was a flimsy stamped-steel channel with soft rubber bushings that flexed when cornering. The upgraded aftermarket panhard bar has heavy duty chromoly steel,adjustable and has roto joints.

Camaro/Firebird 82-2002 UMI Tubular Double Adjustable Lower Control Arms & Panhard Bar Kit- w/ Roto-Joints.

 

[ToddsPoint]

Good morning!☕️

 

[pepperj]

Morning everyone

 

[Gare]

Morning everyone