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Nicely said Gordon. Todd, can I borrow that sledgehammer when you're done with it? LOL! Just kiddin' bud. I was also a little impatient with Starbucks after the Maine Jet Rally thread, which is why I ignored this one.
Starbucks, why don't you get a ride to the Maine Jet Rally on September 6 + 7th. It's only 2.5 hours from you. Ask your folks, a friend or bribe a sibling. After you get done ooooing and aaaaaing, ask a lot of questions about how people started, why they chose certain equipment etc. If you are respectful, polite and express genuine interest you will learn a lot at events such as this. Ask for me when you get here and I will show you around and do my best to answer your questions. Enough said.
Antony