Deano

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  1. Replying to my own message because an update is in order.

    I exchanged my iPhone again last night. I was reading some support posts and someone had the same problem I was having. Turns out, when they switched the phone prior they used the same SIM card so the phone wouldn't need to be activated. This time we switched the phone and activated it with the new SIM card and I have as good of a signal as I did with my Verizon phone.

    I bought mine at a local Apple store, so fortunately it was pretty quick for an exchange. I would recommend if you have a store close by, you go that route rather than ordering one online.

    Also, you have 14 days to exchange the phone for a new one otherwise you will get a refurbished replacement after that. You do get a fresh 14 day return policy after you exchange.

    AT&T will allow you to cancel the service with a full refund of the activation fees within 30 days of activation.

    I am now a very happy iPhone owner and wouldn't think of going back to just a "regular" cell phone.

    Deano

  2. I have had one for just over a week and I love everything about it but the phone.

    It should be called the iAnsweringMachine. Because I can never get service. I live in New England and travel from Hartford CT to Western Mass everyday and I don't have an ATT signal 90% of the time. I thought it must be the phone itself and exchanged it but it did not help. Luckily I have WIFI almost everywhere I go so I can still access all the other features.

    I can hold possibly a 2 minute conversation without it dropping the call when I do get service. Looks like I'm going to have to have a Verizon phone to make calls and an iPhone for the rest of the stuff I cant live without now.

    Deano

  4. The HC5 is my first top mount camera. Just wondering if costing more than 1/4 the price of the camera, I'm not sure if the box is going to get in the way more than it is worth for protection.

    1. It looks like it is impossible to get access to the LCD screen while the box is closed. The cutout required for the screen would be large and the hinge appears to be in the way as well. If anyone has, I would like to see some pics.

    2. If opening the screen is out of the question, has anyone cutout the rear to have access to the eyepiece. Since it doesn't pull out very far, is viewing through it possible?

    Deano

  6. I have a Hawkeye with both top and side mounts. Has anyone installed the Bonehead Cutaway Mod on a Hawkeye or similar chin cup helmet?

    I have seen several designs for a homemade cutaway, any recommendations from experience on whether to purchase or fabricate?

    Thanks,
    Deano

  7. The 25% off coupon code is still working, I just ordered my HC5. The coupon brings the price down to $864 including tax. Free shipping included. The only downside is Dell does not offer an extended warranty plan.

    The offer ends after 200 redemptions or on March 23rd, whichever occurs first.

    I did find the HC5 for $814 from Butterfly, but I was leary about doing business with them based on there feedback ratings. I also stopped by Best Buy and it is still $1099 there.

    Deano

  9. I have been jumping a XAOS-21 108 for 3 years now. I have been thinking about upgrading to the XAOS-27 108.

    What I really like most about my current XAOS is the soft on-heading openings as well as the performance. I am wingloading it at 2.25.

    With the same relative wingloading I would like to hear a review from people who have flown both the 21 and 27.

    Thanks,
    Deano

  10. I have a Bat Rack that is brand new.

    About three years ago I bought this one online sight unseen and never used it because it was a little to small for my head (it is a large, I need XL). The original stickers are still on it and it has never been heated up for fitting either. I originally paid about $500 for it, do you think it may have increased in value since they are no longer available? or would it be less?

    Deano

  11. The easiest solution to problems like this is to get the Skil Saw out and install a nail biter blade or at least an old dull blade and set the blade depth to just slightly cut into the subfloor. cut the floor into about 2' X 2' squares and pry up the tiles with a crow bar/flat bar. All of the layers will be intact and easy to discard.

    Deano

  12. <----- Using a Dell Precision M-90 Intel Core 2 Duo Processor with 2 GB ram and 512mb Nnvidia Graphics card.

    Dont let anyone on here tell you a Dell is crap. You get what you pay for, all homeowner class type machines regardless of brand will have a higher failure rate due to the quality of components used in them. I can only speak for the business class machines and not the homeowner class such as an Inspiron. However the Precision (business class) is still affordable.

    I have over $100,000 of high end software installed, Engineering applications such as Solid Works, Autodesk Inventor, Solid Edge as well as Finite Element Analysis software Cosmos, Design Space and Ansys.
    These processors are acutally faster than alot of of Deaktops due to the amout of level 2 Cache (4mb)and the architecture of the processor.

    We have no choice on which brand to get due to our companys IT Dept, but I would not hessitate to buy a dell for home if I needed one. However, if you do have alot of money to blow, the IBM Thinkpad is probably the most durable laptop available that is mass produced.

  14. I have a BRAND NEW bat rack with the price tag still attached. It is an L-XL and has never been used. I bought it about 2 yrs ago and didn't like the fit. It was never placed in the oven for the fitting either.

    I would want $500 firm.

    Deano

  17. I think every EXPERIENCED canopy pilot should should do a hight alt. hop & pop and release only one brake. First check your altitude when you begin. Then see how the canopy responds and try to counter the effect with opposite toggle and/or rear riser. Possibly take a couple wraps on the released brake and regain controlled forward flight. If you are able to regain controlled forward flight, check your altitude again. This will help to bring awareness to how quickly you can lose altitude from what seems like a minor problem.

    If you regain forward flight dont forget to perform a controllability check.

    Obviously results will differ on different canopies. So I ask the question, who has practiced this scenario on your current canopy and what was the results?

    For me, I am able to regain forward flight, however, flying a high loaded x-braced canopy there is no doubt that I would chop and land my reserve if was unable to release one of my toggles.

    Deano