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Old Feb 6, 2021 | 09:54 AM
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Poor Slim, out in a blaze of glory.
 
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Old Feb 6, 2021 | 10:39 AM
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A legendary 1964 movie that's still relevant today. If you haven't watched it, you should. Or enjoy it again. Outstanding cast, directed by Stanley Kubrick.
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dr._Strangelove
 
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Old Feb 6, 2021 | 11:06 AM
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Originally Posted by Scott in PA
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Originally Posted by Cee Jay
Poor Slim, out in a blaze of glory.
Slim Pickens was a real American cowboy movie star. This is how he prepared for that scene in Dr. Strangelove, where he had to climb onto The Bomb to release it from the bomb bay of his B-52. It was one helluva ride!
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https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Slim_Pickens

The B-52 is still in active service after more than 65 years!
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boei...Stratofortress

https://www.airforcemag.com/barksdal...e-middle-east/
 
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Old Feb 6, 2021 | 11:44 AM
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Great contribution Jagtoes, on moving from the jag to the C8 Corvette. Besides all the Jag comments, it will be great to have a C8 with a warranty! and get an extension without being porked by the dealer..
I recently sold my 2010 XK Convertible and let it go with only 24000 miles on the clock. It was one of the greatest cars I have owned. Yet there was always a gnawing feeling about when the rear window was going to separate from the top, when the leather on the dash was going to totally debond, (already started around front center speaker) and the water pump was going to leak. (Already sweating AF) Also had some timing chain noise appearing. ! was happy to let someone else enjoy the Jag XK rather than keeping worrying about up and coming repairs since I can no longer do the grunt work. After this winter I too will be looking to grab a C8.
 
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