Older Folks and Vaping Back Porch - Part Five

[bigbells]

Hey, can ya send that thing to the store for a 6-pack and a loaf of bread?

Nah, it would drink the 6-pack and then get lost on the way back.

Is it the aftermarket prop, or the speeding up of the video that gives me the perception of better maneuverability?

Gotta be the speeding up of the video. I got the set of aftermarket props for free from an Amazon seller, in exchange for my honest review. My honesty probably won't be helpful in getting any more free stuff, because here's the review I posted after this morning's flight:

I was provided a free sample from the seller in exchange for my honest review. I put the props on my Phantom 3 Standard quad copter and took a 13 minute flight with them. The props are balanced well and flight performance was smooth. However, the props are lighter in weight and more flexible at the tips than OEM props. According to my kitchen scale, which has 1.0 gram increments, these props weigh 10 grams each, and OEM props are 12 grams each. Grasping a prop by the ends, it is significantly easier to flex the blade than it is to flex an OEM blade. The only noticeable difference during the flight was that these props made more noise than the OEM props. I'm sorry to say that I think the small additional amount you'll pay for stiffer OEM props makes sense, when you consider the cost of the quad that's being lifted by the props.

 

[umanbean]

Nah, it would drink the 6-pack and then get lost on the way back.

Gotta be the speeding up of the video. I got the set of aftermarket props for free from an Amazon seller, in exchange for my honest review. My honesty probably won't be helpful in getting any more free stuff, because here's the review I posted after this morning's flight:

I was provided a free sample from the seller in exchange for my honest review. I put the props on my Phantom 3 Standard quad copter and took a 13 minute flight with them. The props are balanced well and flight performance was smooth. However, the props are lighter in weight and more flexible at the tips than OEM props. According to my kitchen scale, which has 1.0 gram increments, these props weigh 10 grams each, and OEM props are 12 grams each. Grasping a prop by the ends, it is significantly easier to flex the blade than it is to flex an OEM blade. The only noticeable difference during the flight was that these props made more noise than the OEM props. I'm sorry to say that I think the small additional amount you'll pay for stiffer OEM props makes sense, when you consider the cost of the quad that's being lifted by the props.

An honest review for sure - props to ya ...

Reckon the 'more noise' is because of the flexing? Are they the same pitch as OEM?

 

[Atchafalaya]

The wonderful doctor/clinic that saved my life last summer is gone! They closed the clinic on Dec 31st because of lack of funding.

The cardiologist that I found through the clinic is good too. So, I'm gonna try to stick with him for as long as I can. Otherwise, it's a cold, cruel world out there trying to find a good doctor. Especially without insurance!

I'm finding that even WITH insurance it's getting bad. I can't even get my neck shots anymore.

 

[Atchafalaya]

Blame the lightning for zapping the artichoke hearts, making the doctors incompetent and giving snakes a bad name.
Entire 13 minute flight this morning, sped up to 1 minute 34 seconds, and ZZ Top too!

Nice tune.

 

[yiddleboge6]

Blame the lightning for zapping the artichoke hearts, making the doctors incompetent and giving snakes a bad name.
Entire 13 minute flight this morning, sped up to 1 minute 34 seconds, and ZZ Top too!

I'm jealous....where did the snow and ice go you had a few days ago?

But on the other hand.....I've been rescued..

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[Atchafalaya]

I'm jealous....where did the snow and ice go you had a few days ago?

But on the other hand.....I've been rescued..

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Wowsers. That's a LOT of snow.

 

[yiddleboge6]

Had an appointment today, and on the way the radio was playing this old one from The Student Prince......while the actor is Edmund Purdom.....the voice is that of Mario Lanza.....Hey Gracie....he was a Philly boy

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[bigbells]

An honest review for sure - props to ya ...

Reckon the 'more noise' is because of the flexing? Are they the same pitch as OEM?

Thank you, yes, and yes. I would not trust the aftermarket props in any kind of windy conditions; they're just not stiff enough. (Flexing and noise get worse the more wind there is.) I've removed them from the bird and will never use them again. When they're not being given away for nuttin', they're $10 for the set of 4. The OEM props have reduced in price over the years and are now only $12 for the set of 4. Saving $2 could end up being a really expensive thing to do.

 

[clnire]

Dave, you sure are getting good at those flying videos. Please keep it up!

 

[bigbells]

Dave, you sure are getting good at those flying videos. Please keep it up!

I can't keep it up for more than about 22 minutes before the battery runs out of juice.

 

[Rotowoman]

I'm always remiss at welcoming new folks, so Welcome to all newcomers.

I haven't had much to say lately. I'm still stewing in a little uncertainty about the job situation. From all indications, I do believe I will be getting the boot from my base.

What will they do with me? Don't know.........I'm headed to work tomorrow. I think it may be my last hitch there. I'm a little sick about it.

 

[Kenna]

I'm jealous....where did the snow and ice go you had a few days ago?

But on the other hand.....I've been rescued..

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Wow, Yiddle. You'd have never been able to accomplish that! It.s like a trench through the snow!

 

[Kenna]

I'm always remiss at welcoming new folks, so Welcome to all newcomers.

I haven't had much to say lately. I'm still stewing in a little uncertainty about the job situation. From all indications, I do believe I will be getting the boot from my base.

What will they do with me? Don't know.........I'm headed to work tomorrow. I think it may be my last hitch there. I'm a little sick about it.

Nothing like showing up ready to get to work just so they can lay you off. Been there, done that. And you have to make that drive to do it, too. It.s good you've hhad the wisdom & experience to see it coming & be somewhat prepared.

 

[Uncle Willie]

Pokes head around corner .. although some may have, by now, breathed a sigh of relief hoping that the Thread is clear, I did want to reassure everyone that I am, in fact, still clinging on to "The Land of the Living", much to the chagrin of a select few who likely would hope for a more, er, worst case scenario .. so, excuse me while I "Whip Dis Out" ..

"We May Lose and We May Win, But We Will Never Be Here Again" .. and, as a self indulgent side note, I have, in fact, stood on the Corner of Winslow, Arizona (a part of the earlier Bucket List wish on getting your kicks on Route 66 as documented some pages back, or 10 minutes in Real Time ) .. really, although, as with many things in life these days, the fine folk of Winslow decided to make the corner a Tourist Destination, so now it's essentially worn out (I stood there in the 1970's, before it became passé ) .. although, I will admit to not having spotted a girl in a flatbed Ford, although I was looking, hell, I'm always looking, who am I kidding .. ?? .. much less slowing down to take a look at me .. a belated RIP to Glenn Frey .. (It's Frai, BTW) .. Joe Walsh had some kind words for him last Saturday, although in life, they might not have been so kind ..

While I certainly can't claim the title of "The Most Depressed Dude on ECF", (As opposed to "The Most Interesting Man Alive" or "The Most Depressing Dude on ECF"), I feel certain I would rank among the Top Tier .. the Cure .. ?? Mainly, I just call it My Time of the Month and let it run it's course .. certainly, there are times when Mother's Little Helper and/or herbal remedy may be initiated .. and my old friend Jack Daniels is always at the ready to help make things worse .. I also find treating yourself to something nice, such as getting your nails done or People Watching at the Walmart can be helpful .. This has now inspired me to create my own Custom MEME ..

As a lark, I've decided to test what I am calling "Back Porch Radio" .. the Beta can be found at the convienient link contained below (below, below, below, below yo ho) .. for those of you that care to listen, it will require an approximate 32 minutes of your life, which you may or may not want to commit to (if not, I fully and completely understand ) .. instructions on voting to dislike rather than like are contained within ..Lastly, in the event you actually want to sit through the whole bit, let me suggest popping open a new tab with which to continue your browsing while singing along .. and, as a side note, perhaps a dose of your personal choice in relaxants might be in order ..

Back_Porch_Radio_01_26_2016.mpg

 

[yiddleboge6]

Pokes head around corner .. although some may have, by now, breathed a sigh of relief hoping that the Thread is clear, I did want to reassure everyone that I am, in fact, still clinging on to "The Land of the Living", much to the chagrin of a select few who likely would hope for a more, er, worst case scenario .. so, excuse me while I "Whip Dis Out" ..

"We May Lose and We May Win, But We Will Never Be Here Again" .. and, as a self indulgent side note, I have, in fact, stood on the Corner of Winslow, Arizona (a part of the earlier Bucket List wish on getting your kicks on Route 66 as documented some pages back, or 10 minutes in Real Time ) .. really, although, as with many things in life these days, the fine folk of Winslow decided to make the corner a Tourist Destination, so now it's essentially worn out (I stood there in the 1970's, before it became passé ) .. although, I will admit to not having spotted a girl in a flatbed Ford, although I was looking, hell, I'm always looking, who am I kidding .. ?? .. much less slowing down to take a look at me .. a belated RIP to Glenn Frey .. (It's Frai, BTW) .. Joe Walsh had some kind words for him last Saturday, although in life, they might not have been so kind ..

While I certainly can't claim the title of "The Most Depressed Dude on ECF", (As opposed to "The Most Interesting Man Alive" or "The Most Depressing Dude on ECF"), I feel certain I would rank among the Top Tier .. the Cure .. ?? Mainly, I just call it My Time of the Month and let it run it's course .. certainly, there are times when Mother's Little Helper and/or herbal remedy may be initiated .. and my old friend Jack Daniels is always at the ready to help make things worse .. I also find treating yourself to something nice, such as getting your nails done or People Watching at the Walmart can be helpful .. This has now inspired me to create my own Custom MEME ..

As a lark, I've decided to test what I am calling "Back Porch Radio" .. the Beta can be found at the convienient link contained below (below, below, below, below yo ho) .. for those of you that care to listen, it will require an approximate 32 minutes of your life, which you may or may not want to commit to (if not, I fully and completely understand ) .. instructions on voting to dislike rather than like are contained within ..Lastly, in the event you actually want to sit through the whole bit, let me suggest popping open a new tab with which to continue your browsing while singing along .. and, as a side note, perhaps a dose of your personal choice in relaxants might be in order ..

Back_Porch_Radio_01_26_2016.mpg

If they're all like the first track......I'll be dancing off a few pounds.....

 

[clnire]

I am listening, this is great Willie!

 

[misswish1]

Saved to my play list!!! Thank you, Uncle Willie, I always love your music contributions as well as your posts. Glad to see you back.

 

[Rotowoman]

Nothing like showing up ready to get to work just so they can lay you off. Been there, done that. And you have to make that drive to do it, too. It.s good you've hhad the wisdom & experience to see it coming & be somewhat prepared.

Oh, they won't do that. I just see the handwriting on the wall. I don't think they will lay me off. All indicators point to them moving me to the Corporate office. I'm not ready to retire yet, so I'll just have to do what I have to do.

I worked my tailbone off at that base to make it what it is, and now.............. I don't EVEN feel like going to work tomorrow.

 

[umanbean]

Hot Damn Unc... good to see ya... been wondering what adventure was keepin' you from us lately.... 'scuse me while I take a lil pull off this branch water cocktail here... ahhhh. Don't have 32 minutes right now, but will catch your montage later... nice meme... peace on ya.

 

[Uncle Willie]

If they're all like the first track......I'll be dancing off a few pounds.....

Gonna get a big dish of Beef Chow Mein .. .. but his hair was perfect ..