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The ULTIMATE Ski Vehicle
I want a full sized Ford Van. Lifted about 6 inches. 4WD, with studs
all around. (Not to mention the one in the driver's seat.) The interior is giving me fits. On the one hand, I want classy - so I guess that means no red velvet. On the other hand, I want something that (attractive/female) people can feel comfortable getting naked in. I'm leaning towards authentic naugagyde, as I've heard that some of the crunchier ski grrls aren't so into bear skin rugs and such. I'm open to suggestions as to color scheme. For the exterior detailing and paint job, I'm all set. It's going to look exactly like the A-Team van. JP ***************** I get to be "Face". |
Jay Pique wrote:
I want a full sized Ford Van. Lifted about 6 inches. 4WD, with studs all around. (Not to mention the one in the driver's seat.) The interior is giving me fits. On the one hand, I want classy - so I guess that means no red velvet. Right. Crushed Purple Velvet is the way to go. Doesn't get much more classy than that. On the other hand, I want something that (attractive/female) people can feel comfortable getting naked in. Crushed Purple Velvet. I'm leaning towards authentic naugagyde, Naugahyde sticks to your skin. Unless you're into that sort of thing, I'd recommend crushed purple velvet. as I've heard that some of the crunchier ski grrls aren't so into bear skin rugs and such. I'm open to suggestions as to color scheme. Purple is the colour or royalty. Always has been. For the exterior detailing and paint job, I'm all set. It's going to look exactly like the A-Team van. Anything opening near you soon? This is getting ridiculous. -- //-Walt // // There is no Volkl Conspiracy |
Jay Pique wrote:
I want a full sized Ford Van. Lifted about 6 inches. 4WD, with studs all around. (Not to mention the one in the driver's seat.) The interior is giving me fits. On the one hand, I want classy - so I guess that means no red velvet. On the other hand, I want something that (attractive/female) people can feel comfortable getting naked in. Do you plan on a bed-analog of some sort, or will you just toss a cheap foam mattress on the floor? What kind of budget do you have? Bathroom or porta-potty? Van conversion (roof raised a foot or two) or off-the-shelf? I'm leaning towards authentic naugagyde, as I've heard that some of the crunchier ski grrls aren't so into bear skin rugs and such. I'm open to suggestions as to color scheme. Forget the naugahyde, get sheepskin. Something that doesn't show dirt. A sort of gray/tan/beige/brindle/tweed sort of thing. Trust me on this. You can use crushed purple velvet for accent pillows if your heart is set on something less conservative. For the exterior detailing and paint job, I'm all set. It's going to look exactly like the A-Team van. I assume...well, actually, I don't know what to assume. Lots of gold chains, perhaps? -- Cheers, Bev ################################################## ################# "Johnston [Island] was the home of a U.S. chemical weapons disposal facility for 10 years before operations ended in November 2000. The island was turned into a wildlife preserve." © 2002 The Associated Press |
On Mon, 08 Nov 2004 17:33:15 -0500, Jay Pique
wrote: I want a full sized Ford Van. Lifted about 6 inches. 4WD, with studs all around. (Not to mention the one in the driver's seat.) The interior is giving me fits. On the one hand, I want classy - so I guess that means no red velvet. On the other hand, I want something that (attractive/female) people can feel comfortable getting naked in. I'm leaning towards authentic naugagyde, as I've heard that some of the crunchier ski grrls aren't so into bear skin rugs and such. I'm open to suggestions as to color scheme. You really need to tailor this to the sort of grrl you've got in mind. For the yuppie ski-vacationer-chix, you want a nice oak floor, birdseye-maple paneling, a few brass grab-rails and a hanging fern or three, with a six-bottle wine cooler. For the urban post-goth hottie, I'd go with a poured concrete slab floor and cinderblock walls, all painted black, and a cooler fulla PBRs. HTH, bw |
On Mon, 08 Nov 2004 17:12:50 -0600, bdubya
wrote: On Mon, 08 Nov 2004 17:33:15 -0500, Jay Pique wrote: I want a full sized Ford Van. Lifted about 6 inches. 4WD, with studs all around. (Not to mention the one in the driver's seat.) The interior is giving me fits. On the one hand, I want classy - so I guess that means no red velvet. On the other hand, I want something that (attractive/female) people can feel comfortable getting naked in. I'm leaning towards authentic naugagyde, as I've heard that some of the crunchier ski grrls aren't so into bear skin rugs and such. I'm open to suggestions as to color scheme. You really need to tailor this to the sort of grrl you've got in mind. For the yuppie ski-vacationer-chix, you want a nice oak floor, birdseye-maple paneling, a few brass grab-rails and a hanging fern or three, with a six-bottle wine cooler. For the urban post-goth hottie, I'd go with a poured concrete slab floor and cinderblock walls, all painted black, and a cooler fulla PBRs. I'm running out the door, so I'll respond in more detail shortly. Suffice it to say, I'm LMAO. I_love_the hole "theme" idea. JP **************** CLT "Long Cool Woman in a Black Dress" "...I'm posting to USENET. How much fun is that? " |
It's going to look exactly like the A-Team van.
JP ***************** I get to be "Face". I love it when a plan comes together. TCS (The Colorado Skier) Loveland is open! |
"Jay Pique" wrote in message ... I want a full sized Ford Van. Lifted about 6 inches. 4WD, with studs all around. (Not to mention the one in the driver's seat.) Mine was the 15 passenger E350. The 4x4 conversion necessitated a 4 inch lift. That was plenty. It put the step on the side doors 2' off of the ground. The interior is giving me fits. On the one hand, I want classy - so I guess that means no red velvet. On the other hand, I want something that (attractive/female) people can feel comfortable getting naked in. I'm leaning towards authentic naugagyde, as I've heard that some of the crunchier ski grrls aren't so into bear skin rugs and such. I'm open to suggestions as to color scheme. I took out the 1st 3rd and 4th rows of seats. They were easy to clip back in if needed, but the second row to sit in left plenty of leg room to put on boots and get comfy. There was room behind to sleep with storage under the bed. I left in the stock cloth seat, carpet and side walls. All the rear air conditioning and heat was in there. For the exterior detailing and paint job, I'm all set. It's going to look exactly like the A-Team van. Mine was the off white. I left it that way. pigo |
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tm wrote: Jay Pique wrote: I want a full sized Ford Van. Lifted about 6 inches. 4WD, with studs all around. (Not to mention the one in the driver's seat.) Yosemite Sam mudflaps. Airhorn. Behind the grill gatling-gun. The interior is giving me fits. On the one hand, I want classy - so I guess that means no red velvet. On the other hand, I want something that (attractive/female) people can feel comfortable getting naked in. I'm leaning towards authentic naugagyde, as I've heard that some of the crunchier ski grrls aren't so into bear skin rugs and such. I'm open to suggestions as to color scheme. You can't go wrong with neoprene, preferable black. Don't forget the blender and the tropical fish aquarium. Chicks dig margaritas and sushi. Chicks really like the taste of strawberry margaritas mixed with a fresh fugu roll. to my fellow ignorant gaijin... http://www.destroy-all-monsters.com/fugu.shtml ted I'll stick to the toro nigiri, more fat less neurotoxins.. |
"pigo" wrote in message ... Mine was the 15 passenger E350. The 4x4 conversion necessitated a 4 inch lift. That was plenty. It put the step on the side doors 2' off of the ground. I took out the 1st 3rd and 4th rows of seats. Did you drive standing up, like the UPS guys? |
"tm" wrote in message ... Boring. Doubtful even Murdock would ride in such a vehicle much less Tawnia. Your right about "Murdock". But "Tanja" rode it several times. |
"Richard Henry" wrote in message news:xwYjd.38754$SW3.31081@fed1read01... "pigo" wrote in message ... Mine was the 15 passenger E350. The 4x4 conversion necessitated a 4 inch lift. That was plenty. It put the step on the side doors 2' off of the ground. I took out the 1st 3rd and 4th rows of seats. Did you drive standing up, like the UPS guys? No. It was on of those airport type _vans_ only 4x4. |
On Mon, 08 Nov 2004 15:06:18 -0800, The Real Bev
wrote: Jay Pique wrote: I want a full sized Ford Van. Lifted about 6 inches. 4WD, with studs all around. (Not to mention the one in the driver's seat.) The interior is giving me fits. On the one hand, I want classy - so I guess that means no red velvet. On the other hand, I want something that (attractive/female) people can feel comfortable getting naked in. Do you plan on a bed-analog of some sort, or will you just toss a cheap foam mattress on the floor? What kind of budget do you have? Bathroom or porta-potty? Van conversion (roof raised a foot or two) or off-the-shelf? As bdubya noted, I guess it would sort of depend on the grrl. I'm thinking a hide-a-bed type of arrangement would be the way to go. No bathroom of any sort will be provided. How else would we write in the snow? With regard to budget, I can currently allocated One Thousand Seventy Eight Dollars (Real American $$$, though) to the cause, pluse a fluctuating monthly payment of give or take $300 - depending on how the Orangemen...errrm... "Orange" do in the Final Four. I hadn't considered the whole raised roof concept, but I'll give it my full attention as soon as I finish this beer. I'm leaning towards authentic naugagyde, as I've heard that some of the crunchier ski grrls aren't so into bear skin rugs and such. I'm open to suggestions as to color scheme. Forget the naugahyde, get sheepskin. Something that doesn't show dirt. Like mud? A sort of gray/tan/beige/brindle/tweed sort of thing. Trust me on this. You can use crushed purple velvet for accent pillows if your heart is set on something less conservative. But Walt would be crushed.... For the exterior detailing and paint job, I'm all set. It's going to look exactly like the A-Team van. I assume...well, actually, I don't know what to assume. Lots of gold chains, perhaps? No no - this might help.... http://tinyurl.com/7xmvu JP **************** ....but would it beat Klaus' Saab up the canyon? |
On Tue, 09 Nov 2004 09:28:57 +0900, tm wrote:
Jay Pique wrote: I want a full sized Ford Van. Lifted about 6 inches. 4WD, with studs all around. (Not to mention the one in the driver's seat.) Yosemite Sam mudflaps. Airhorn. Behind the grill gatling-gun. I'm thinking more along the lines of a built in PA system. "Attention all hotties! Free margs and "fugu", if you know what I mean, in the VAN!!!!" And then I'd be like "Hoa! Settle down! There's enough to go around!" blink blink Somebody please slap me. JP The interior is giving me fits. On the one hand, I want classy - so I guess that means no red velvet. On the other hand, I want something that (attractive/female) people can feel comfortable getting naked in. I'm leaning towards authentic naugagyde, as I've heard that some of the crunchier ski grrls aren't so into bear skin rugs and such. I'm open to suggestions as to color scheme. You can't go wrong with neoprene, preferable black. Don't forget the blender and the tropical fish aquarium. Chicks dig margaritas and sushi. For the exterior detailing and paint job, I'm all set. It's going to look exactly like the A-Team van. JP ***************** I get to be "Face". |
On Mon, 8 Nov 2004 21:19:34 -0700, "pigo"
wrote: "Jay Pique" wrote in message .. . I want a full sized Ford Van. Lifted about 6 inches. 4WD, with studs all around. (Not to mention the one in the driver's seat.) Mine was the 15 passenger E350. The 4x4 conversion necessitated a 4 inch lift. That was plenty. It put the step on the side doors 2' off of the ground. Yours is actually what put the idea in my head. I'm not_totally_serious, but boy would it be fun. I remember going white water rafting in a van once and hooooo-eeeeee was that a trip to (sort of) remember. The interior is giving me fits. On the one hand, I want classy - so I guess that means no red velvet. On the other hand, I want something that (attractive/female) people can feel comfortable getting naked in. I'm leaning towards authentic naugagyde, as I've heard that some of the crunchier ski grrls aren't so into bear skin rugs and such. I'm open to suggestions as to color scheme. I took out the 1st 3rd and 4th rows of seats. They were easy to clip back in if needed, but the second row to sit in left plenty of leg room to put on boots and get comfy. There was room behind to sleep with storage under the bed. I left in the stock cloth seat, carpet and side walls. All the rear air conditioning and heat was in there. For the exterior detailing and paint job, I'm all set. It's going to look exactly like the A-Team van. Mine was the off white. I left it that way. pigo |
Jay Pique wrote:
No no - this might help.... http://tinyurl.com/7xmvu JP Hmmm, tinyurl is growing. I remember the good old days where there were ONLY four characters after the dot com slash. Ahh, the world is getting so big. Sam "Ullr dropped by Loveland today" Seiber |
On Mon, 08 Nov 2004 21:20:38 -0800, Ted Waldron
wrote: In article , tm wrote: Jay Pique wrote: I want a full sized Ford Van. Lifted about 6 inches. 4WD, with studs all around. (Not to mention the one in the driver's seat.) Yosemite Sam mudflaps. Airhorn. Behind the grill gatling-gun. The interior is giving me fits. On the one hand, I want classy - so I guess that means no red velvet. On the other hand, I want something that (attractive/female) people can feel comfortable getting naked in. I'm leaning towards authentic naugagyde, as I've heard that some of the crunchier ski grrls aren't so into bear skin rugs and such. I'm open to suggestions as to color scheme. You can't go wrong with neoprene, preferable black. Don't forget the blender and the tropical fish aquarium. Chicks dig margaritas and sushi. Chicks really like the taste of strawberry margaritas mixed with a fresh fugu roll. to my fellow ignorant gaijin... http://www.destroy-all-monsters.com/fugu.shtml ted I'll stick to the toro nigiri, more fat less neurotoxins.. My bartender has absinthe on the shelf. For a small fee, he'll add a good dose of wormwood for authenticity. Wild. bw |
On Tue, 09 Nov 2004 17:39:48 -0600, bdubya
wrote: My bartender has absinthe on the shelf. For a small fee, he'll add a good dose of wormwood for authenticity. Wild. Is drinking absinthe *really* different from, say,drinking grappa? Is the buzz better? And what's this wormwood additive - is it real wood? I'm confused. JP ******************* It's snowing here. |
"Jay Pique" wrote in message ... Yours is actually what put the idea in my head. I'm not_totally_serious, but boy would it be fun. I remember going white water rafting in a van once and hooooo-eeeeee was that a trip to (sort of) remember. I sold mine in 2001 for $14K with about 80K miles on it. It was a '95. I'm not sure I'd go for the extra long one again and the diesel is worth considering for such a heavy truck. They make them much quieter now. I'm looking at D pick-ups now. |
Jay Pique wrote:
On Mon, 08 Nov 2004 15:06:18 -0800, The Real Bev wrote: Jay Pique wrote: I want a full sized Ford Van. Lifted about 6 inches. 4WD, with studs all around. (Not to mention the one in the driver's seat.) The interior is giving me fits. On the one hand, I want classy - so I guess that means no red velvet. On the other hand, I want something that (attractive/female) people can feel comfortable getting naked in. Do you plan on a bed-analog of some sort, or will you just toss a cheap foam mattress on the floor? What kind of budget do you have? Bathroom or porta-potty? Van conversion (roof raised a foot or two) or off-the-shelf? As bdubya noted, I guess it would sort of depend on the grrl. I'm thinking a hide-a-bed type of arrangement would be the way to go. We put in a raised plywood platform supported by pipe flanges and nipples in the back of the van, allowing storage underneath. Not exactly passion-pit decor, but as you say it would depend on the grrl. No bathroom of any sort will be provided. How else would we write in the snow? You know grrls who can write in the snow? Uh, you know it might not be a bad idea to introduce some of those "grrls" to your mom or sister or somebody who might actually be able to tell... With regard to budget, I can currently allocated One Thousand Seventy Eight Dollars (Real American $$$, though) to the cause, pluse a fluctuating monthly payment of give or take $300 - depending on how the Orangemen...errrm... "Orange" do in the Final Four. I hadn't considered the whole raised roof concept, but I'll give it my full attention as soon as I finish this beer. Probably over your budget, but it provides more standing room and/or more storage and/or a place for an additional non-claustrophobic person to sleep. I'm leaning towards authentic naugagyde, as I've heard that some of the crunchier ski grrls aren't so into bear skin rugs and such. I'm open to suggestions as to color scheme. Forget the naugahyde, get sheepskin. Something that doesn't show dirt. Like mud? Yeah, but mud with texture. You don't want to spend time cleaning or making excuses, do you? A sort of gray/tan/beige/brindle/tweed sort of thing. Trust me on this. You can use crushed purple velvet for accent pillows if your heart is set on something less conservative. But Walt would be crushed.... Hey, if he wants to send 'em along, take 'em! For the exterior detailing and paint job, I'm all set. It's going to look exactly like the A-Team van. I assume...well, actually, I don't know what to assume. Lots of gold chains, perhaps? No no - this might help.... http://tinyurl.com/7xmvu Looks like an ordinary van/suv/whatever. I never watched the A Team. With or without windows? Get windows. We had a non-window van and it was miserable for anybody except the driver and one passenger. ...but would it beat Klaus' Saab up the canyon? It might use it for traction. Anybody remember where to find the Peterbilt Pilgrimage? -- Cheers, Bev $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ $$$$$$$$$$$$$ "If you put the government in charge of the desert, there would be a sand shortage within ten years." -- M. Friedman (?) |
"The Real Bev" wrote in message ... Jay Pique wrote: On Mon, 08 Nov 2004 15:06:18 -0800, The Real Bev wrote: Jay Pique wrote: I want a full sized Ford Van. Lifted about 6 inches. 4WD, with studs all around. (Not to mention the one in the driver's seat.) The interior is giving me fits. On the one hand, I want classy - so I guess that means no red velvet. On the other hand, I want something that (attractive/female) people can feel comfortable getting naked in. Do you plan on a bed-analog of some sort, or will you just toss a cheap foam mattress on the floor? What kind of budget do you have? Bathroom or porta-potty? Van conversion (roof raised a foot or two) or off-the-shelf? As bdubya noted, I guess it would sort of depend on the grrl. I'm thinking a hide-a-bed type of arrangement would be the way to go. We put in a raised plywood platform supported by pipe flanges and nipples in the back of the van, allowing storage underneath. Not exactly passion-pit decor, but as you say it would depend on the grrl. I made my platform out of 2x2's and angle brackets. I paneled the sides in imitation-birch, with styrofoam insulation cut to fit between the ribs. Built a little cabinet with butcherblock counter top and ss sink (20 gal water tank under the bed). I miss my old van. (sniff!) |
On Mon, 08 Nov 2004 17:33:15 -0500, Jay Pique
wrote: I want a full sized Ford Van. Lifted about 6 inches. 4WD, with studs all around. (Not to mention the one in the driver's seat.) The interior is giving me fits. On the one hand, I want classy - so I guess that means no red velvet. On the other hand, I want something that (attractive/female) people can feel comfortable getting naked in. I'm leaning towards authentic naugagyde, as I've heard that some of the crunchier ski grrls aren't so into bear skin rugs and such. I'm open to suggestions as to color scheme. For the exterior detailing and paint job, I'm all set. It's going to look exactly like the A-Team van. JP ***************** I get to be "Face". Ford? I might rethink Jay. I do like the idea of a 4wd conversion, studs, locking hubs, differentials, with a transfer case and a power winch on the front, just not the idea of doing it with a Ford Van. Invite a girl to go apres ski in a Ford Conversion? May as well issue an invitation to a party in the local cemetery. Appealing, but a little weird. As an alternative, I suggest the new Dodge Sprinter. I've been drooling since they came out. Stylish, Mercedes diesel equipped ski conversion love shack. The price is reasonable, fuel economy good enough that you could travel to the warm weather ski areas on weekends. Go with the 158 inch wheelbase, chains, and forget about 4wd. With this lovemobile, getting stuck would be a pleasure. http://www-5.dodge.com/vehsuite/Mode...INTER_PASS_VAN Decals would be in white, very large, and would read, "Hooters Girls Apres Ski Headquarters" Interior decor? I'd go with a western theme. http://www.hooterscolorado.com/galle...P4231950_email nate |
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Jay Pique wrote: On Tue, 09 Nov 2004 17:39:48 -0600, bdubya wrote: My bartender has absinthe on the shelf. For a small fee, he'll add a good dose of wormwood for authenticity. Wild. Is drinking absinthe *really* different from, say,drinking grappa? Is the buzz better? And what's this wormwood additive - is it real wood? I'm confused. Wormwood is a cousin of sage and mugwort, it is more of a plant than a"wood". It has been known from the time of Ancient Greece. Vermouth, the flavored wine used in Martinis, the name is derived from "Wermoth" the German word for wormwood, because it is partly flavored by wormwood flowers, beside other things. Absinthe is a combination of many ingredients, including wormwood, fennel, star anise, juniper,lemon balm, etc. etc its green color comes the chlorophyl from its ingredients, modern absinthe main component is alcohol, which is around 75 percent. So the main effect in a today's absinthe drink is as a depressant. What makes absinthe so controversial is the wormwood. Wormwood contains thujone, which is technically a neurotoxin. Thujone can cause some psycho-active and hallucinogenic effects, it is also appeared to cause epilepsy in small to medium amounts. In larger amounts it will cause kidney failure to death. Absinthe is supposedly illegal in the US, and has been since 1912. The FDA bans Wormwood as an additive to any alcoholic drink. This all a grey zone, because one can buy it, over the Internet, or bring it back from another country. Wormwood pills and the toxic and lethal wormwood oil can be bought at Health Food Stores. Absinthe got its popularity and its controversay in France during the 19th Century. The absinthe drank by Van Gogh, Manet and others had much more wormwood, hence thujone, and some other dangerous crap than the stuff bottled right now. So to finally answer your question, no, absinthe of today isn't that much different than drinking Grappa or other distilled potent potables. It just has more of a legend behind it than something like grappa or ouzo. However, wormwood can be toxic, and wormwood oil, which is something like 90% thujone is deadly. (Sage oil has thujone in it as well) However for your A-Team/Scooby Doo van, I would recommend absinthe, it adds some tempting but dangerous elements to the whole picture, along with the flammable material, which will go up, once you turn on the space heater. If you have fugu, and absinthe, then you should also get a Mojave rattlesnake to complete the triad of neuro-toxins.. -ted obski: buying a new iron |
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bdubya wrote: My bartender has absinthe on the shelf. For a small fee, he'll add a good dose of wormwood for authenticity. Wild. bw Is your Bartender's name, Mickey Finn? does he have some deal with the Dialysis companies to get them more clients? Anyway to be more authentic and back to the good old days, the bartender would add copper sulfate, industrial alcohol and antimony trichloride to get those epiletic fits and/ or psychosis going right along.. that what they did in Gay Paris, well some of the Absinthe makers.. It sounds almost wild as asking for a "Canadian" at a bar. http://www.visit4info.com/details.cf...ad&startrow=71 ted |
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tm wrote: Ted Waldron wrote: tm wrote: Jay Pique wrote: I want a full sized Ford Van. Lifted about 6 inches. 4WD, with studs all around. (Not to mention the one in the driver's seat.) Yosemite Sam mudflaps. Airhorn. Behind the grill gatling-gun. The interior is giving me fits. On the one hand, I want classy - so I guess that means no red velvet. On the other hand, I want something that (attractive/female) people can feel comfortable getting naked in. I'm leaning towards authentic naugagyde, as I've heard that some of the crunchier ski grrls aren't so into bear skin rugs and such. I'm open to suggestions as to color scheme. You can't go wrong with neoprene, preferable black. Don't forget the blender and the tropical fish aquarium. Chicks dig margaritas and sushi. Chicks really like the taste of strawberry margaritas mixed with a fresh fugu roll. to my fellow ignorant gaijin... http://www.destroy-all-monsters.com/fugu.shtml I'll stick to the toro nigiri, more fat less neurotoxins.. Problem with blowfish is they ain't pretty to look at in the aquarium. Now an aquarium that would fit tuna, that would be somethin'. And a strawberry patch. Jay might want to rethink the Ford van and go for something by Peterbuilt. Okay, what about some eels? I don't know what eel makes up Unagi, but we can put that in the fish tank along with a Moray Eel.. with some crab and squid for the nightly entertainment... http://www.coralreefnetwork.com/sten...m#Moray%20Eels they are not that ugly and they are nice as along if they don't hold on to your hand.. Personally for all the stuff he wants, he should ditch the Ford Van and get a brand new Unimog.. http://tinyurl.com/3rkzm with those exhaust pipes vertical, he can also use to go into cranberry bogs and chase out hidden moose. or else i would get something Hogan's Heroish... to tow the aquarium, and speaker system to the slopes... http://tinyurl.com/4j7ws -ted |
Jay Pique wrote: On Tue, 09 Nov 2004 17:39:48 -0600, bdubya wrote: My bartender has absinthe on the shelf. For a small fee, he'll add a good dose of wormwood for authenticity. Wild. Is drinking absinthe *really* different from, say,drinking grappa? Is the buzz better? And what's this wormwood additive - is it real wood? I'm confused. JP ******************* It's snowing here. True absinthe is made with wormwood. It is banned in many countries because of its toxicity... it will make you crazy. Absinthe is more in the anise or licorice-tasting family. Like Pernod or Sambuca. Grappa is distilled from a brew using wine must and is more like a cross between brandy and moonshine. The only genuine absinthe I have tasted was smuggled in from Poland. Good stuff, that, but then again, I used to have a top-shelf Chartruese jones. Definitely an aquirred taste. RAC |
On Wed, 10 Nov 2004 14:24:59 +0900, tm wrote:
As an alternative, I suggest the new Dodge Sprinter. I've been drooling since they came out. Stylish, Mercedes diesel equipped ski conversion love shack. The price is reasonable, fuel economy good enough that you could travel to the warm weather ski areas on weekends. Go with the 158 inch wheelbase, chains, and forget about 4wd. With this lovemobile, getting stuck would be a pleasure. http://www-5.dodge.com/vehsuite/Mode...INTER_PASS_VAN Oh dear god, if you're going to buy gaye you might as well go with something reliable- http://www.scion.com/drive/gallery/drive_xb_gallery.html "The xB is all about attitude. The question is, how much can you handle? Cruise with your friends and chill." Scion? That's a low blow :) 21 cubic feet in the back of those little ****boxes. Sprinter with 158 inch wheelbase has 473 cubic of semi-trailer like convertible space. So much potential. nate |
Look up "sportsmobile". They do the full, pop-top conversion models.
I've been looking at the pop-up truck campers lately. Comfort at the ski area is one of the things that attracts me. |
rosco wrote:
Jay Pique wrote: bdubya wrote: My bartender has absinthe on the shelf. For a small fee, he'll add a good dose of wormwood for authenticity. Wild. Is drinking absinthe *really* different from, say,drinking grappa? Is the buzz better? And what's this wormwood additive - is it real wood? I'm confused. Oscar Wilde on Absinthe: "After the first glass, you see things as you wish they were. After the second, you see things as they are not. Finally you see things as they really are, and that is the most horrible thing in the world." JP ******************* It's snowing here. Bite me. -- //-Walt // // There is no Volkl Conspiracy |
The Real Bev wrote:
Jay Pique wrote: For the exterior detailing and paint job, I'm all set. It's going to look exactly like the A-Team van. I assume...well, actually, I don't know what to assume. Lots of gold chains, perhaps? Of course it'll have gold chains. It's a *ski* vehicle, isn't it? Gotta have those chains, and if you're gonna have chains, might as well go first class. -- //-Walt // // There is no Volkl Conspiracy |
My bartender has absinthe on the shelf. For a small fee, he'll add a
good dose of wormwood for authenticity. Wild. Is drinking absinthe *really* different from, say,drinking grappa? Is the buzz better? And what's this wormwood additive - is it real wood? I'm confused. Wormwood is a cousin of sage and mugwort, it is more of a plant than a"wood". It has been known from the time of Ancient Greece. Vermouth, the flavored wine used in Martinis, the name is derived from "Wermoth" the German word for wormwood, because it is partly flavored by wormwood flowers, beside other things. Absinthe is a combination of many ingredients, including wormwood, fennel, star anise, juniper,lemon balm, etc. etc its green color comes the chlorophyl from its ingredients, modern absinthe main component is alcohol, which is around 75 percent. So the main effect in a today's absinthe drink is as a depressant. What makes absinthe so controversial is the wormwood. Wormwood contains thujone, which is technically a neurotoxin. Thujone can cause some psycho-active and hallucinogenic effects, it is also appeared to cause epilepsy in small to medium amounts. In larger amounts it will cause kidney failure to death. Absinthe is supposedly illegal in the US, and has been since 1912. The FDA bans Wormwood as an additive to any alcoholic drink. This all a grey zone, because one can buy it, over the Internet, or bring it back from another country. Wormwood pills and the toxic and lethal wormwood oil can be bought at Health Food Stores. Absinthe got its popularity and its controversay in France during the 19th Century. The absinthe drank by Van Gogh, Manet and others had much more wormwood, hence thujone, and some other dangerous crap than the stuff bottled right now. So to finally answer your question, no, absinthe of today isn't that much different than drinking Grappa or other distilled potent potables. It just has more of a legend behind it than something like grappa or ouzo. However, wormwood can be toxic, and wormwood oil, which is something like 90% thujone is deadly. (Sage oil has thujone in it as well) However for your A-Team/Scooby Doo van, I would recommend absinthe, it adds some tempting but dangerous elements to the whole picture, along with the flammable material, which will go up, once you turn on the space heater. If you have fugu, and absinthe, then you should also get a Mojave rattlesnake to complete the triad of neuro-toxins.. -ted obski: buying a new iron My friend and I were visiting Paris a couple of years ago and had a wild night (not necessarily good-wild) night after drinking absinthe. Never again. Martha |
On Tue, 23 Nov 2004 02:17:34 GMT, "MH"
wrote: My friend and I were visiting Paris a couple of years ago and had a wild night (not necessarily good-wild) night after drinking absinthe. Please post pics. JP ***************** Life is in the details. |
"Jay Pique" wrote in message ... On Tue, 23 Nov 2004 02:17:34 GMT, "MH" wrote: My friend and I were visiting Paris a couple of years ago and had a wild night (not necessarily good-wild) night after drinking absinthe. Please post pics. Geez, if I had those it might have been more fun than I remember. ; ) Martha |
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