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05-19-2013, 08:44 AM

Portland replied to a thread Antipodean Boats Connection in People & Places

You should have left a joe blake in there for them !. Rob J.

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05-19-2013, 08:25 AM

Portland replied to a thread question for the gun folks in The Bilge

Horace , why would I want a handgun ?. Why would I want a semi auto ?. I have an old FN single shot I used 55 years ago on , to help feed the rest...

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05-19-2013, 06:41 AM

Portland replied to a thread What is the greatest kick-a$$ rock song? in The Bilge

CCR , something like "Run through the jungle" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EbI0cMyyw_M . Its not only the music , but where it takes me. At the...

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05-19-2013, 05:56 AM

Portland replied to a thread Antipodean Boats Connection in People & Places

Gary , I have put up a thread "YSE12 you tubes" , you might find it of interest. Rob J.

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05-19-2013, 05:55 AM

Portland started a thread YSE12 you tubes in Misc. Boat Related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XrWvH5nuCeA . There is one , and you can see a lot more on the left . Rob J.

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05-19-2013, 05:02 AM

Portland replied to a thread question for the gun folks in The Bilge

Well , like all Australian gun owners , I am licenced to own the rifles I have . My rifles are registered also. Where is the problem ?. I have the...

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05-19-2013, 02:17 AM

Portland replied to a thread Antipodean Boats Connection in People & Places

I think the next time (ASAP) I go down to HS it will be to bring her out of the water. Spent the day in the garden. Gee in the 5 years we have been...

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05-18-2013, 09:54 PM

Portland replied to a thread Antipodean Boats Connection in People & Places

An absolutely glorious day today , if you are not sailing. A clear blue sky , warm , and no wind. Down in Portland , I watched the whaleboat crew...

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05-17-2013, 07:15 PM

Portland replied to a thread Oz Politics... the resurrection in The Bilge

It seemed to me of late that Abbot and Mundine had a mutual respect , but thats a turn up for the books !. Good on them both. Rob J.

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05-17-2013, 07:11 PM

Portland started a thread A classic in The Bilge

Muddy waters and the Rolling Stones http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z3Or7huOK7o . Rob J.

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05-17-2013, 05:46 AM

Portland replied to a thread for the love of a dog: conflict of interests? in The Bilge

Yes Bernadette, it seems like the vet had the brain "in neutral" not to pick up the signs. Anyway , the main thing is Pookie is still with you . My...

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05-17-2013, 04:56 AM

Portland replied to a thread Antipodean Boats Connection in People & Places

Bruce Leyla has loaned "Drift" to a woman in her craft group , who took it for her husband , also a vet , who sails out of Port Fairy. Regards Rob J.

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05-16-2013, 06:36 PM

Portland replied to a thread Antipodean Boats Connection in People & Places

HS has a wonderful laminated tiller . Till I left it in position , and the cormorants crapped all over it. Rob J.

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05-16-2013, 04:30 PM

Portland replied to a thread New Orleans shooting in The Bilge

Yes , I'm with you Nick. The civilised world looks on in amazement at these sort of occurences in the US. Still , the people could have taken the...

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05-16-2013, 04:17 PM

Portland replied to a thread Rebuilding "Haabet" in Building / Repair

Ah , she looks great , a REAL boat !. Not like the things behind her. Regards Rob J.

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05-16-2013, 05:48 AM

Portland replied to a thread for the love of a dog: conflict of interests? in The Bilge

Thats great news Bernadette , and I hope your little mate is home with you soon. Rob J.

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05-16-2013, 05:20 AM

Portland replied to a thread Rebuilding "Haabet" in Building / Repair

Haabet I did something similar to my boat http://forum.woodenboat.com/showthread.php?99846-Huon-Seal-Portland-Vic/page4&highlight=Huon+Seal , but the...

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05-16-2013, 04:33 AM

Portland replied to a thread for the love of a dog: conflict of interests? in The Bilge

Thats understandable Bernadette. I've got everything crossed for Pookie. Rob J.

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05-16-2013, 04:26 AM

Portland replied to a thread Rebuilding "Haabet" in Building / Repair

Haabet , could you please explain the last 2 photos in post 171 . I assume you are replacing the variable pitch propellor that the boat would have...

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05-16-2013, 03:46 AM

Portland replied to a thread for the love of a dog: conflict of interests? in The Bilge

Bloody hell Bernadette !. I hope your little mate pulls through !. Rob J.

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05-15-2013, 10:51 PM

Portland replied to a thread Antipodean Boats Connection in People & Places

Bruce , I have finished Drift. You have a real talent for writing , keep it up !. Rob J.

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05-15-2013, 06:36 AM

Portland replied to a thread Oz Politics... the resurrection in The Bilge

I guess we will soon find out. They couldn't do any worse than this rabble. Rob J.

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05-15-2013, 04:43 AM

Portland replied to a thread Oz Politics... the resurrection in The Bilge

And a few ex Labor people will be "fresh meat in the can" soon , thats not going to help their image. I just hope the whole circus can lift their...

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05-15-2013, 03:17 AM

Portland replied to a thread Oz Politics... the resurrection in The Bilge

I just wish passionfingers and the goose had thought about responsible governing years ago , instead of just buying votes. And that goes for all...

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05-14-2013, 07:18 PM

Portland replied to a thread Antipodean Boats Connection in People & Places

I've just emptied an inch out of the rain gauge , 2 inches yesterday , and its still raining. Interestingly the drains have been running across the...

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05-14-2013, 05:41 AM

Portland replied to a thread New Orleans shooting in The Bilge

I wish you luck Garret. Rob J.

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05-14-2013, 12:37 AM

Portland started a thread Builders bulldoze ancient Mayan pyramid in The Bilge

http://au.news.yahoo.com/world/a/-/world/17141385/builders-bulldoze-maya-temple/ . Rob J.

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