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  1. FastCargo

    Guess what's new on Netflix...

    That's right, everyone's favorite show...Rocket City Rednecks! Wow, didn't know they had 36 episodes... FC
  2. FastCargo

    A perfect story for this group...

    AirStream RV Trailers. https://news.yahoo.com/flying-high-airstream-cant-keep-demand-154819653.html Still handmade here in the United States (for over 60 years), and business is booming. October 2014 was the highest amount of sales of ANY October in over 40 years. Domestic, handmade...
  3. FastCargo

    "Oh, God. It's mom!"

    On C-SPAN, two brothers who are on opposite sides of the political spectrum (Brad and Dallas Woodhouse) are in a debate, and a special caller decides to weigh in: Q15xhG6pVUw Yeah, that would be their mom, basically telling them to get it out of their systems before they come visit for...
  4. FastCargo

    Well..crap!

    Or, not crap actually....the porta potty was empty: https://www.cnet.com/news/rocket-fans-successfully-launch-porta-potty-into-the-sky/ I'm surprised no one here has mentioned it. Yea, I know, not the first time it's been done, but I found it interesting that this launch made it into...
  5. FastCargo

    For those of you who hate cell phones...

    ...come on out to West Virginia. US National Radio Quiet Zone https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iTVLJeRQS5c FC
  6. FastCargo

    SpaceX loses a F9R during flight testing.

    SpaceX F9R 'destructed' after an anomaly was detected during one of its airborne tests. No injuries or near injuries. As far as it is known, the rocket and debris never left the designated test area...
  7. FastCargo

    The Second Annual Alan's Hero Fund Rocket Launch!

    It's back! The Second Annual Alan's Hero Fund Rocket Launch will be on Sept 14th, 2014 at STAR Soccer Fields in San Antonio, TX. https://www.stbaldricks.org/events/alansherofund If you're in the area, feel free to come on out and watch. If you want to launch though, you'll need to...
  8. FastCargo

    Decal Sheets for Cloners of Out Of Production Kits

    Hey folks, If you're like me, and you pine for kits that are no longer in production, you know you have to build a clone. And of course, one of the hardest things to clone before color printing became cheap was decal sheets. Now, luckily through some generous folks, JimZ and YORF have a nice...
  9. FastCargo

    This is my new mid power launch pad...whatta think?

    Just prototyping in China here: Article here: Where can I get this mod for my pickup truck...? FC
  10. FastCargo

    Anyone having issues with the B6-2?

    Hey guys, just a quick question... I use the B6-2 a lot...I find it's a great choice for BT-55/BT-60 birds to fly at local school fields. However, the last several flights I've had a rash of weak ejection events. My Big Bertha has come in semi ballistic 3 times using this engine (had to...
  11. FastCargo

    For you engineer types...

    As some of you know, there is a program/game called Kerbal Space Program. Think of Orbiter, but in a more accessible format, building and flying spacecraft with realistic physics. Don't let the cute appearance fool ya, most activities in the game are very much like real life (orbital...
  12. FastCargo

    My, that's a big rocket you got there...

    No, it's not a perverted thread (well, among you guys...).. Anyway, you know how sometimes you have preconceived notions on the size of something only to have it blown out of the water when you see it compared to something you know the size of? My son has been seriously into this poster after...
  13. FastCargo

    Having a bad day?

    Feeling a bit like Grumpy Cat? https://www.amazon.com/Hutzler-5717-571-Banana-Slicer/product-reviews/B0047E0EII/ref=cm_cr_dp_see_all_btm/182-0999090-5660556?ie=UTF8&showViewpoints=1&sortBy=bySubmissionDateDescending You're welcome! FC
  14. FastCargo

    This is one of you guys, isn't it?

    Fess up...which one of you decided to start your own country's 'space' program? https://www.molossia.org/space.html FC
  15. FastCargo

    Don't touch it!

    It's the History Eraser button, you fool!
  16. FastCargo

    Random Demotivational Poster

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  17. FastCargo

    Yes, you can be a Star Trek geek and an astronaut...

    https://www.cyberbuzz.com/2013/01/05/the-single-greatest-meme-to-ever-happen-on-twitter/ Digging the 'red shirt' joke! And my 7-year son just sent a Happy New Year e-card to the crew of the ISS... I love the 21st century! FC
  18. FastCargo

    Anyone want a Firestreak missile?

    https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/140901999622 For those who like their rockets to have absolute authenticity.... FC
  19. FastCargo

    Mickey Mouse a Jedi...anyone?

    Disney is buying Lucasarts for 4 Billion.... https://abcnews.go.com/blogs/business/2012/10/disney-to-acquire-lucasfilms-for-4-billion/ FC
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