Recent content by Photon440

At one time, big brand names were loath to play with their name, so up until about 50 years ago, you wouldn't see something labelled 'Diet Coke', for instance, as the Coca-Cola company wouldn't tolerate the name diluted with other words. So, instead of Diet Coke, or Diet 7-Up, the companies...

I used to want a Buick GN, so six cylinders doesn't bother me. What I like is that the two door model is $2000 cheaper than the four door.

I've written about the Romans in the past; their industrial skills, their famous inland sea port, their glass making skills. Part IV is about medicine. Medical science and tools for operations were relatively unused at the beginning the Roman Empire; people needing doctors or medical help...

Which sub was that?

A rough estimate for the weight of the train - figure around 200-220 tons per locomotive and around 100 tons for each passenger car.

Can the Lexus keep up to the Plymouth? :)

At least we know now that they're 1,000 pounds lighter than the EV versions, which should improve handling. But even though it burns gas and can do a 12.2 quarter mile, I can't afford a new car these days.

Thanks, Barnfind. Where did you dig that picture up? In case anyone wondered what kind of engine it belonged to....a British naval and railway diesel. Napier Deltic.

Calm down, Detective. You said a Durango was 1,000 pounds lighter than a Tesla, but failed to mention which model. I merely pointed out not all are that heavy. If you feel that means that you're being 'corrected', take it however you like. Of course if you want to pull lots of weight out of...