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377 · « **Reply #1635 on:** March 22, 2018, 05:42:57 PM »

Seaplane with an aft ventral airstair? Yup. A PBY Catalina was modified to include one. See photo.

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Bruce A. Smith · « **Reply #1636 on:** March 23, 2018, 05:09:13 AM »

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... I have no real sense of how large Portland airport was in 1971 so this is where it unravels for me personally; could you hide out there without notice in 1971? Any info here would help. I'd like the story to be as authentic as possible as far as locales of the era go....

PDX was the wide-open spaces, as I understand from Bill Rollins. Nor perimeter fencing, no perimeter road, vegetation along the Columbia to conceal a Zodiac in, etc. I suggest you contact him. He hasn't posted here in about a year, but his PM might still work.

georger · « **Reply #1637 on:** March 23, 2018, 10:28:39 AM »

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... I have no real sense of how large Portland airport was in 1971 so this is where it unravels for me personally; could you hide out there without notice in 1971? Any info here would help. I'd like the story to be as authentic as possible as far as locales of the era go....

PDX was the wide-open spaces, as I understand from Bill Rollins. Nor perimeter fencing, no perimeter road, vegetation along the Columbia to conceal a Zodiac in, etc. I suggest you contact him. He hasn't posted here in about a year, but his PM might still work.

What is "wide open spaces"? Arctic tundra? Brazilian jungle? Lemon Twist Lounge dance floor? Your trailer storage closet? What are you talking about and what do you mean by "wide open spaces"? Let the secret go and tell-all!

Oh! And does this mean Cooper liked chocolate pudding or vanilla? It matters.

Robert99 · « **Reply #1638 on:** March 23, 2018, 01:13:01 PM »

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... I have no real sense of how large Portland airport was in 1971 so this is where it unravels for me personally; could you hide out there without notice in 1971? Any info here would help. I'd like the story to be as authentic as possible as far as locales of the era go....

PDX was the wide-open spaces, as I understand from Bill Rollins. Nor perimeter fencing, no perimeter road, vegetation along the Columbia to conceal a Zodiac in, etc. I suggest you contact him. He hasn't posted here in about a year, but his PM might still work.

Bruce,

Perimeter fences were mandatory at an airport such as PDX in 1971. And there is just about 100 percent certainty that there was also a perimeter road running along that fence.

In 1937, during her takeoff from Lae, Amelia Earhart barely cleared the airport perimeter fence and was so low that the downwash from her relatively small aircraft kicked up dust from the perimeter road which was just outside the fence.

377 · « **Reply #1639 on:** March 23, 2018, 02:31:33 PM »

Georger wrote: "Oh! And does this mean Cooper liked chocolate pudding or vanilla? It matters."

Vanilla. Titanium dioxide is used in small amounts and he was known to dribble.

Bismuth citrate is used in hair coloring products. Bismuth oxychloride is used in eye cosmetics.

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Bruce A. Smith · « **Reply #1640 on:** March 23, 2018, 07:02:40 PM »

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... I have no real sense of how large Portland airport was in 1971 so this is where it unravels for me personally; could you hide out there without notice in 1971? Any info here would help. I'd like the story to be as authentic as possible as far as locales of the era go....

PDX was the wide-open spaces, as I understand from Bill Rollins. Nor perimeter fencing, no perimeter road, vegetation along the Columbia to conceal a Zodiac in, etc. I suggest you contact him. He hasn't posted here in about a year, but his PM might still work.

Bruce,

Perimeter fences were mandatory at an airport such as PDX in 1971. And there is just about 100 percent certainty that there was also a perimeter road running along that fence.

In 1937, during her takeoff from Lae, Amelia Earhart barely cleared the airport perimeter fence and was so low that the downwash from her relatively small aircraft kicked up dust from the perimeter road which was just outside the fence.

You may be correct, guys, but I'm just reporting what Bill Rollins told me regarding what he found on old maps.

Bruce A. Smith · « **Reply #1641 on:** March 23, 2018, 07:03:53 PM »

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Georger wrote: "Oh! And does this mean Cooper liked chocolate pudding or vanilla? It matters."

Vanilla. Titanium dioxide is used in small amounts and he was known to dribble.

Bismuth citrate is used in hair coloring products. Bismuth oxychloride is used in eye cosmetics.

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Good to know. For the record, though, these days I'm using lots of Zinc Oxide for a variety of rashes...

377 · « **Reply #1642 on:** March 23, 2018, 07:27:05 PM »

Bruce wrote: "Good to know. For the record, though, these days I'm using lots of Zinc Oxide for a variety of rashes..."

As long as none of those rashes require Penicillin...

Have a great weekend Bruce. Don't do anything rash.

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Robert99 · « **Reply #1643 on:** March 23, 2018, 11:03:45 PM »

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... I have no real sense of how large Portland airport was in 1971 so this is where it unravels for me personally; could you hide out there without notice in 1971? Any info here would help. I'd like the story to be as authentic as possible as far as locales of the era go....

PDX was the wide-open spaces, as I understand from Bill Rollins. Nor perimeter fencing, no perimeter road, vegetation along the Columbia to conceal a Zodiac in, etc. I suggest you contact him. He hasn't posted here in about a year, but his PM might still work.

Bruce,

Perimeter fences were mandatory at an airport such as PDX in 1971. And there is just about 100 percent certainty that there was also a perimeter road running along that fence.

In 1937, during her takeoff from Lae, Amelia Earhart barely cleared the airport perimeter fence and was so low that the downwash from her relatively small aircraft kicked up dust from the perimeter road which was just outside the fence.

You may be correct, guys, but I'm just reporting what Bill Rollins told me regarding what he found on old maps.

Are the Rollins maps dated prior to December 17, 1903?

Bruce A. Smith · « **Reply #1644 on:** March 24, 2018, 02:48:28 AM »

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Bruce wrote: "Good to know. For the record, though, these days I'm using lots of Zinc Oxide for a variety of rashes..."

As long as none of those rashes require Penicillin...

Have a great weekend Bruce. Don't do anything rash.

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Nothing rash, but I may go car shopping. My sister is loaning me 5K so that I can get out in the world and makes it safe for democracy - and make some money. Hondas and Toyotas lead the quest, followed by something good at Ford or Chevy. Plus, I'm learning the ins and outs of online auctions for Public surplus. Interesting stuff.

The last time I bought a vehicle was 1993... so I'm going slow. I guess I'll watch Jo to keep amused as I digest car specs and stuff.

Bruce A. Smith · « **Reply #1645 on:** March 24, 2018, 02:50:30 AM »

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Are the Rollins maps dated prior to December 17, 1903?

They may be. As I understand it, Bill's primary sources are Salish elders.

377 · « **Reply #1646 on:** March 24, 2018, 07:49:30 AM »

Hondas and Toyotas are good choices for reliability Bruce. Don’t buy from car flippers. If the seller’s ID isn’t the same as the title pass, no matter what the story is (e.g. I’m selling it for a friend, relative etc.). If the seller can’t show proof of regular maint and oil changes pass.

Look at title history. Don’t buy anything from hurricane areas. Niced up flood cars are being sold to unwary buyers.

Get a trusted mechanic to do a thorough pre buy inspection.

End of sermon.

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Shutter · « **Reply #1647 on:** March 24, 2018, 10:02:09 AM »

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Nothing rash, but I may go car shopping. My sister is loaning me 5K so that I can get out in the world and makes it safe for democracy - and make some money. Hondas and Toyotas lead the quest, followed by something good at Ford or Chevy. Plus, I'm learning the ins and outs of online auctions for Public surplus. Interesting stuff.

Car auctions are good for newer vehicles..buy here, pay here lots are dangerous. Carmax has some deals..I've had better luck with privately owned vehicles vs car lots. always make sure to to hook up and check the codes for hidden problems. some take the "check engine" bulb out. you should be able to get a very reliable car with that amount..take your time...

georger · « **Reply #1648 on:** March 24, 2018, 03:32:51 PM »

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Hondas and Toyotas are good choices for reliability Bruce. Don’t buy from car flippers. If the seller’s ID isn’t the same as the title pass, no matter what the story is (e.g. I’m selling it for a friend, relative etc.). If the seller can’t show proof of regular maint and oil changes pass.

Look at title history. Don’t buy anything from hurricane areas. Niced up flood cars are being sold to unwary buyers.

Get a trusted mechanic to do a thorough pre buy inspection.

End of sermon.

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Bruce A. Smith · « **Reply #1649 on:** March 24, 2018, 10:01:56 PM »

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Hondas and Toyotas are good choices for reliability Bruce. Don’t buy from car flippers. If the seller’s ID isn’t the same as the title pass, no matter what the story is (e.g. I’m selling it for a friend, relative etc.). If the seller can’t show proof of regular maint and oil changes pass.

Look at title history. Don’t buy anything from hurricane areas. Niced up flood cars are being sold to unwary buyers.

Get a trusted mechanic to do a thorough pre buy inspection.

End of sermon.

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Amen!

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