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Forum: Off Topic 07-11-2016, 3:37pm
Replies: 16
Views: 1,028
Posted By aj
I was on the Midway in Jan 66 and we had two...

I was on the Midway in Jan 66 and we had two incidents that definitely standout. The first was an F4 that had a hook skip and he went off the angle. Everyone on deck knew he was going in the water...
Forum: Off Topic 06-16-2016, 10:13pm
Replies: 6
Views: 1,049
Posted By aj
USS Enterprise CVN-65.

USS Enterprise CVN-65.
Forum: Off Topic 09-07-2015, 10:43pm
Replies: 11
Views: 898
Posted By aj
This is going back a long way, but what I...

This is going back a long way, but what I remember is the car was fawn/fawn with a 4 speed. The 62 is the Vette I always wanted, but ended up starting with a 63 ragtop, 66 coupe, 66 rt, 63 rt, 71 BB...
Forum: Off Topic 09-07-2015, 1:48pm
Replies: 11
Views: 898
Posted By aj
When they filmed at the Mesquite Rodeo grounds my...

When they filmed at the Mesquite Rodeo grounds my Dad took me out to meet the cast. He was the sales manager at the local CBS station and part of his job was to introduce 'stars' to customers.

He...
Forum: Off Topic 07-16-2015, 7:26pm
Replies: 15
Views: 1,378
Posted By aj
First Blue Jets I saw, NAS Miramar, 1968

First Blue Jets I saw, NAS Miramar, 1968
Forum: Off Topic 07-14-2015, 6:25pm
Replies: 15
Views: 1,378
Posted By aj
These are the blue jets that I remember Van...

These are the blue jets that I remember

Van Halen Dreams Blue Angels SD - YouTube
Forum: Off Topic 07-04-2015, 10:43pm
Replies: 29
Views: 1,801
Posted By aj
When I was in the Navy in the early 60s it was...

When I was in the Navy in the early 60s it was common to have some type of cuff liner on your dress blues. I had the confederate flag on mine sine I am from Texas, they didn't have Texas flag. ...
Forum: Off Topic 07-03-2015, 12:56am
Replies: 9
Views: 1,044
Posted By aj
Thanks, just ordered dvd with both 1 and 2....

Thanks, just ordered dvd with both 1 and 2. :seasix:
Forum: Off Topic 06-19-2015, 2:48pm
Replies: 8
Views: 558
Posted By aj
White chocolate?

White chocolate?
Forum: Off Topic 05-24-2015, 8:48pm
Replies: 18
Views: 873
Posted By aj
My son makes monthly trips into Afgan (flys 747...

My son makes monthly trips into Afgan (flys 747 cargo) and has brought several Heros home.

Angel Flight (Radio Tower Remix) - w/ Lyrics - YouTube
Forum: Off Topic 05-24-2015, 1:41pm
Replies: 18
Views: 873
Posted By aj
I was in country for 8 months in 67. Navy...

I was in country for 8 months in 67. Navy wouldn't send me so I got out in 66 and got a job repairing the good old Huey. It still amazes me how many bullet holes they can have and still get home. ...
Forum: Off Topic 05-24-2015, 1:26pm
Replies: 18
Views: 873
Posted By aj
A salute to my brothers on the wall. :patriot: ...

A salute to my brothers on the wall. :patriot:

The Wall Song - YouTube
Forum: Off Topic 05-09-2015, 1:39pm
Replies: 6
Views: 347
Posted By aj
My old planes. Fleet squadron not the blues. ...

My old planes. Fleet squadron not the blues.

Van Halen Dreams Blue Angels SD - YouTube
Forum: Off Topic 05-08-2015, 7:58pm
Replies: 37
Views: 1,128
Posted By aj
The AF always has wanted fast movers. They had...

The AF always has wanted fast movers. They had to get used A1Es from the Navy during VN to escort the Helos. Spads could carry a ton and fly all day. :seasix:
Forum: Off Topic 05-03-2015, 8:57pm
Replies: 43
Views: 1,965
Posted By aj
It takes more than I expected, but it seems to be...

It takes more than I expected, but it seems to be working for me. Tilled the yard today and sod goes down tomorrow.

Thanks for the suggestion. :seasix:
Forum: Off Topic 03-19-2015, 8:42pm
Replies: 32
Views: 1,005
Posted By aj
When I had my bypass the hospital gave me a teddy...

When I had my bypass the hospital gave me a teddy bear that they called Pain Bear. The idea is if you have to sneeze or cough you give the bear a BIG hug. That was Jan 99 and he still sits on the...
Forum: Off Topic 03-14-2015, 12:16am
Replies: 15
Views: 712
Posted By aj
I was stationed in the Bay Area in 65 and...

I was stationed in the Bay Area in 65 and stumbled across one of the first protest marches. Saw a long hair dragging the flag on the ground and wanted to go after him. At least my buddy had more...
Forum: Off Topic 03-13-2015, 10:10pm
Replies: 25
Views: 1,746
Posted By aj
1967 for sure need an opener. We had at least...

1967 for sure need an opener. We had at least one opener in every room of the house and they were very well used.
Forum: Off Topic 01-29-2015, 2:59pm
Replies: 13
Views: 667
Posted By aj
I was lucky enough to be stationed at North...

I was lucky enough to be stationed at North Island in 64-65 and we saw the end of the Amphibs take off and land in the bay. Don't remember the model but they only had 2 engines. Still pretty cool...
Forum: Off Topic 01-26-2015, 10:42pm
Replies: 8
Views: 546
Posted By aj
I spent my time in the Navy as a Parachute Rigger...

I spent my time in the Navy as a Parachute Rigger maintaining survival equipment. I love his 'life jacket'. I had two of the modern ones that I packed used while I was in. Thank goodness they both...
Forum: Off Topic 01-17-2015, 10:43pm
Replies: 49
Views: 1,982
Posted By aj
Based on old and questionable memory. Rear gears...

Based on old and questionable memory. Rear gears in most mid-years would have been 3:08, 3:36, 3:55, 3:70, 4:11, and god forbid 4:56.

My original 63 340, close ratio trans, 4:11. Blew the rear...
Forum: Off Topic 01-08-2015, 10:16pm
Replies: 5
Views: 556
Posted By aj
New Roomate

This is Patch. Got him today. He is just over 5 and I must say looks like me. Surprised he weighs in around 65 lbs.

So far he seems to be adjusting well. Got him to go out and wiz so that is a...
Forum: Off Topic 01-05-2015, 9:02pm
Replies: 30
Views: 1,008
Posted By aj
thirty seconds over Tokyo. Love the low...

thirty seconds over Tokyo.

Love the low level cross country sceans.
Forum: Off Topic 01-05-2015, 2:35pm
Replies: 4
Views: 429
Posted By aj
Oct. 67, Viet Nam. We got motar'd every few days...

Oct. 67, Viet Nam. We got motar'd every few days and when it happened we headed for a bunker. About 2 am we got hit and just as we got to the bunker the first guy in stops and start saying it a...
Forum: Off Topic 12-24-2014, 4:50pm
Replies: 7
Views: 247
Posted By aj
This may be the best gift I have gotten this...

This may be the best gift I have gotten this Christmas.

Thanks

:seasix:
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