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RE: Buying real estate at Auction? Good thing or bad?
Auctions can be a good source but you REALLY have to do your homework before the sale. You need to varify the legal status and decription of the property so you know exactly what you are bidding on.
I've not seen a bidder's premium for the "Priviledge" of bidding on a property. I have seen a buyer's premium as high as 10%.
At many local auctions the lender's representitive has been buying the property back. At others, some investors have been paying full retail. You just don't know who is bidding until the sale starts.
Personally, I would not pay $5000 to bid. There are just too many moving parts involved. Too many oportunities for players to be working in the background.
Good luck.
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Sailbad
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11/22/08 05:00am |
Around the Campfire
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RE: Boise City OK to I-40
Due to weather I was in a hurry to get from Boise City back to OKC.
I took 64 to just east of Guymon and picked up 83 south to Shamrock.
It's a good 2 lane all the way.:B
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Sailbad
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11/20/08 08:31pm |
Roads and Routes
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RE: Heater bearly heats house
This is a little off base but cured my problem. Thermostat was in the wrong location. We moved it and now have even heat throughout.
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Sailbad
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11/07/08 05:04am |
Around the Campfire
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RE: Do squirrels tease dogs?
Clancy chased squirrels on a daily basis and if he was close, he'd slow down and pace them rather than kill a playtoy.
That is the same dog that will bring me a live rabbit and ask if he can keep it!
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Sailbad
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11/07/08 04:52am |
RV Pet Stop
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RE: Can I tow it?
WOW! A new member.....WELCOME......
I'm going off memory and you should check your specs in the owners manual and on the door post.
If I remember correctly, CGVW is 22,000. My 2005 weighs right at 7,000 full of fuel and passengers.
Where you could have problems is the rear axle weights. Mine weighs 3180 with the hitch. With a gross axle rating of 6084, it only allows an aprox hitch weight of 1940.
Don't forget to check your tire's weight rating.
You really need to deal with "REAL" scale weights rather than weights provided by trailer manufacturer. Hook it up and get it on a scale so you can see the weights by axle. That will tell you the answers you are looking for.
Good Luck and Happy Camping.
Dave C.
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Sailbad
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11/07/08 04:42am |
Toy Haulers
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RE: Nascar at CA
I wish they would just draw a box on the ground and tell them that anything that fits in the box can run. That would make it a little more exciting.
Why not wish for the Mega Millions Lotto? That's what I do. And, with the same results.
What??? No inovative engineering??? No lottery winnings???
I guess my last hope is Dec.21,2012. :B
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Sailbad
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09/01/08 08:32am |
Around the Campfire
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RE: Nascar at CA
I wish they would just draw a box on the ground and tell them that anything that fits in the box can run. That would make it a little more exciting.
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Sailbad
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08/31/08 12:03pm |
Around the Campfire
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RE: Gustav ....and New Orleans ..?
For those who choose not to evacuate......one question.......
Noah, how long can you tread water?
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Sailbad
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08/31/08 11:53am |
Around the Campfire
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RE: Hurricane IKE, Houston we have a problem (EDITED)
Our local guy stated the most honest report, "I don't have a clue yet,, too early and too far away."
That poor guy will probably get fired for telling the truth.
That's the report our guys here are also telling us. We have some of the very best and they are telling us that they don't have a clue...yet.
Then they show us where all of the computer programs forcast the storm will go.
If you live around the Gulf, know our best thoughts and prayers are headed your way.
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Sailbad
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08/29/08 04:55pm |
Around the Campfire
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RE: Do Not Use Generators Inside
Yep, that's the same reason I had to stop using my gas blower for dusting the inside of my house :S
WOW! YOU CAN DO THAT? What a wonderful idea!
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Sailbad
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08/22/08 05:09pm |
Tech Issues
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RE: Credit score fraud
This is a very interesting topic. I've been wondering if there is a skunk in the wood pile.
X-wife went in to buy a car and the dealership said her credit was in the high 600's. Her score was really in the mid 700's. BIG difference in interest rates being offered.
After discussion, they offered loan at the lower rate.
Did they get caught with their hand in the cookie jar?
I've often wondered about that transaction. I saw the dealer print out and was puzzled. The thought crossed my mind that something wasn't right, but as they corrected the rate offered, I did not pursue it.
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Sailbad
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08/22/08 01:09pm |
Around the Campfire
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RE: Question about towing Really need help!!
There are several things to be calculated in order to answer your question.
First are the weight ratings of your truck, and the actual weights involved.
Load up your truck, full fuel, wife, kids, dog and anything else you normally carry in the truck and go to a certified truck scales. The weight ticket will give you the real front, rear and gross weight.
Then compare those weights with your spec weights found in your owner's manual and on your door post.
By subtracting the real weights from the spec weights you can determine how much more weight you can carry or tow.
Pay particular attention to Gross Combined Weight Rating and also rear axle weight rating. Don't forget the weight rating of your tires.
Take time to do your homework, you will not regret it.
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Sailbad
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08/06/08 05:29am |
Towing
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RE: Extreme Makeover: Home Edition Forclosure
I agree with others here. I think a family in need should be restored to the level they were at. I can see special needs being met but not an overbuild.
I've often wondered about the utilities, taxes, insurance and maintainance on some of the houses they have built.
On Holmes, I enjoy learning some of his tricks. He has shown over and over that doing it right the first time saves money in the long run. I just wish I had his budget to work with.
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Sailbad
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08/03/08 08:11am |
Around the Campfire
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RE: Tandem question
That "assume" is where the problem lies.
Real rough calculator: single axle....20,000 max
tandem axle....34,000 max
stearing axle..12,500 max
:)
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Sailbad
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07/07/08 04:56pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Warren Buffett says
This is a new global deal this time. Give it more time to develop.
Joe is right on with this one. There's an awful lot of birds in the air. Time to hold tight.
When Buffett talks, I like to listen. Especially when Mr. Pickins seems to think along the same lines.
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Sailbad
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06/27/08 10:20am |
Around the Campfire
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1/2 ton milage
Have a friend that has a 2007 Chev 1500 with the 6 liter gas motor.
He's getting about 15mpg in town.
He was going to give the truck to his grand daughter but has decided that the fuel cost will be too high.
The only thing he tows is a lawnmower trailer, but he needs a truck bed that can handle full sheets (8') of dry wall and plywood. His truck will do this now with the tailgate down.
We were wondering what mileage has been for either the Nisson or Toyota trucks.
Anyone with real world experience?
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Sailbad
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06/21/08 02:15pm |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: Want to buy fifth wheel--can I tow
Marty is absolutely right "Until you weigh the truck with you, spouse, dog, grand kids or kids along, you will be guessing as to how big a trailer the truck will handle".
Book weights are guides not "real" weights. Load it up including all the above and full tanks. Get an axle weight as well as a gross.
Then you will have real numbers to work with. Pay attention to your rear axle weight. That's where a 2500 usually has problems.
BTW your GCVW is 22,000 not 23,500.
My experience has been that a 3/4 ton truck can't haul much more than about 30 feet and stay with in the limits. My Wildcat is a little lite on the pin, but I don't have the bedroom slide.
I made a detailed weight post a couple of years ago. I'll see if I can find it and post here as it may help your computations.
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Sailbad
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06/21/08 06:04am |
Towing
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RE: One Option to Carry More Water
Great idea...Thanks for taking the time to post. It has given me an idea or two.:)
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Sailbad
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06/12/08 02:18pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Would ya?
IF!!!!!
300K (less taxes) THAT AIN"T MUCH for the long haul.
10 to 11 years to Social Security
Medical to cover
100K jobs hard to find
Living expenses will continue
Fuel could be $6 by next summer.
Lifestyle will dictate expenses
Part time job could fill in blanks
Rig needs to be able to boondock
I hated corp. enviornment, but held on until buyout at 61.
Self imposed responsibilities wouldn't let me go earlier.
"If a frog had wings"
Bottom line it's a personal choice that only you can make.:)
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Sailbad
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06/05/08 10:28am |
Full-time RVing
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RE: With great pride....I am 22 years clean........
HBTY,HBTY,HBDC,HBTY......:B
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Sailbad
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04/30/08 08:46pm |
Around the Campfire
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