Hybrid Suggestions

Mr Play · Post by **Mr Play** » January 11, 2006 1:22 pm

Maybe this is more your speed. If you use stilts you could even reach the pedals...

ph4ever · Post by **ph4ever** » January 11, 2006 1:23 pm

rednekkPH wrote:
ph4ever wrote: Harley makes a bike that will work for you - it's a 24.5 inch high seat. I want one sooo bad.

http://www.harley-davidson.com/PR/MOT/2 ... on=gallery
But it's a SlopTail...

I know but I like it anyway for a SlopTail. Saw one at the dealership here, it's better in person.

I figure I get that and then eventually the keet will be embarassed enough that he'll build me one ok?? WORK WITH ME HERE

The_Polly_Roger · Post by **The_Polly_Roger** » January 11, 2006 1:24 pm

longlinergirl wrote:I heard that if you crash em and they have to "jaw of life" you out, that the rescue guys could electrocute themsleves cause of the iwring in the hybrid cars....

sorry thats all I have

Good article on the "Myths" of Hybrid cars:
http://www.ctv.ca/servlet/ArticleNews/s ... /20051123/

Which includes the following info on safety:

The only significant safety concern with hybrids may be when a passenger needs to be pulled from the vehicle in an accident situation. Akehurst said emergency response personnel may be at risk around a hybrid vehicle after a collision.

"They need to be aware of the high-voltage of hybrids," he said. This is because the electric battery runs on anywhere from 300 to 500 volts and can prove to be deadly if engine wires are incorrectly disabled.

sunseeker · Post by **sunseeker** » January 11, 2006 1:27 pm

Shane,

Darlin' you are moving to the south and well, I just wouldn't suggest a hybrid unless you wanna get alot of strange looks or run over by some bubba in a pick up truck.....In fact...I suggest a truck of some sort....you're moving to the lowcountry darlin' and they don't take kindly to yankees in wimpy cars...lord help shane not to be kilt by some redneck

ph4ever · Post by **ph4ever** » January 11, 2006 1:27 pm

The_Polly_Roger wrote:
longlinergirl wrote:I heard that if you crash em and they have to "jaw of life" you out, that the rescue guys could electrocute themsleves cause of the iwring in the hybrid cars....

sorry thats all I have
Good article on the "Myths" of Hybrid cars:
http://www.ctv.ca/servlet/ArticleNews/s ... /20051123/

Which includes the following info on safety:

The only significant safety concern with hybrids may be when a passenger needs to be pulled from the vehicle in an accident situation. Akehurst said emergency response personnel may be at risk around a hybrid vehicle after a collision.

"They need to be aware of the high-voltage of hybrids," he said. This is because the electric battery runs on anywhere from 300 to 500 volts and can prove to be deadly if engine wires are incorrectly disabled.

Ok so your hybrid is crashed bad enough that the jaws of life have to be used to get you out. Wouldn't one assume that in that case your engine wires could probably not be correctly disabled?

ph4ever · Post by **ph4ever** » January 11, 2006 1:29 pm

sunseeker wrote:Shane,

Darlin' you are moving to the south and well, I just wouldn't suggest a hybrid unless you wanna get alot of strange looks or run over by some bubba in a pick up truck.....In fact...I suggest a truck of some sort....you're moving to the lowcountry darlin' and they don't take kindly to yankees in wimpy cars...lord help shane not to be kilt by some redneck

Ok so Shan just gave you the best advice short of the hog. You need a hog or a pick up. No if's ands or buts about it.

(why am I hearing Deuling Banjos and squeel like a pig)

The_Polly_Roger · Post by **The_Polly_Roger** » January 11, 2006 1:40 pm

rednekkPH wrote:
RAGTOP wrote:would buying a Del Sol require him to leave his testicles at home whenever he drove it
No kiddin...might as well get a Cabriolet or a VW Beetle

If you are secure in your masculinity it doesn't matter what you drive. Of course if you feel you need to drive a truck and wear cowboy boots to feel like a man than that is your prerogative.

nycparrothead · Post by **nycparrothead** » January 11, 2006 1:41 pm

rednekkPH wrote:
RAGTOP wrote:would buying a Del Sol require him to leave his testicles at home whenever he drove it
No kiddin...might as well get a Cabriolet or a VW Beetle

Yep... Thanks Ragtop, but not even a fairy like me can drive a Del Sol...

buffettbride · Post by **buffettbride** » January 11, 2006 1:43 pm

it's not a good sign when you google hybrid monkey and get this

nycparrothead · Post by **nycparrothead** » January 11, 2006 1:43 pm

ph4ever wrote:
sunseeker wrote:Shane,

Darlin' you are moving to the south and well, I just wouldn't suggest a hybrid unless you wanna get alot of strange looks or run over by some bubba in a pick up truck.....In fact...I suggest a truck of some sort....you're moving to the lowcountry darlin' and they don't take kindly to yankees in wimpy cars...lord help shane not to be kilt by some redneck

Ok so Shan just gave you the best advice short of the hog. You need a hog or a pick up. No if's ands or buts about it.

(why am I hearing Deuling Banjos and squeel like a pig)

Hmmm... I suppose I could get some kinda sporty pickup.. That's not a bad idea!

I'm not nearly cool enough for a hog dude...

Okay, you all have talked me out of the hybrid.. Thanks!

nycparrothead · Post by **nycparrothead** » January 11, 2006 1:44 pm

The_Polly_Roger wrote:
rednekkPH wrote:
RAGTOP wrote:would buying a Del Sol require him to leave his testicles at home whenever he drove it
No kiddin...might as well get a Cabriolet or a VW Beetle
If you are secure in your masculinity it doesn't matter what you drive. Of course if you feel you need to drive a truck and wear cowboy boots to feel like a man than that is your prerogative.

Yep.. That's me! Not secure at all in my masculinity and I would need to drive a Sherman tank to compensate for lack of size elsewhere...

sunseeker · Post by **sunseeker** » January 11, 2006 1:46 pm

nycparrothead wrote:
ph4ever wrote:
sunseeker wrote:Shane,

Darlin' you are moving to the south and well, I just wouldn't suggest a hybrid unless you wanna get alot of strange looks or run over by some bubba in a pick up truck.....In fact...I suggest a truck of some sort....you're moving to the lowcountry darlin' and they don't take kindly to yankees in wimpy cars...lord help shane not to be kilt by some redneck

Ok so Shan just gave you the best advice short of the hog. You need a hog or a pick up. No if's ands or buts about it.

(why am I hearing Deuling Banjos and squeel like a pig)
Hmmm... I suppose I could get some kinda sporty pickup.. That's not a bad idea! I'm not nearly cool enough for a hog dude...

Okay, you all have talked me out of the hybrid.. Thanks!

I'm tellin ya...when you and Steph buy a house a truck will come in handy to haul stuff around.....mulch, plants, gardening supplies, cow manure....you know that kinda stuff

The_Polly_Roger · Post by **The_Polly_Roger** » January 11, 2006 1:51 pm

How 'bout a convertible truck?

Its a Chevy V8 for those testically challenged

I think its fugly myself.

krusin1 · Post by **krusin1** » January 11, 2006 1:52 pm

Glad you got talked out of the hybrid. Their main purpose is to allow enviros to make themselves feel virtuous. Seriously, the gas mileage is little different, they cost a LOT more, and after they're spent, the battery pack requires special handling or it will contaminate a landfill - so much for enviro-friendly.

If you want cheap and good mileage, find a 90's vintage Honda CRX. Friend of mine had one, got 50 mpg, and it was bulletproof reliable. Plus, it still looks cool and handles well.

Although.... good point earlier if you're moving to the south. Just s*** it up and buy the gas-hog 4X4. The extra $$ will be will spent, considering how much the truck adds to your southern credibility.

Good luck.

rednekkPH · Post by **rednekkPH** » January 11, 2006 1:58 pm

The_Polly_Roger wrote:How 'bout a convertible truck?

That's not a truck. No vehicle with less than a 3/4 ton capacity and complete towing package can be considered a truck. Calling that wussmobile a truck is akin to calling a poodle a dog. There shall be no debate on this issue.

The_Polly_Roger · Post by **The_Polly_Roger** » January 11, 2006 2:00 pm

Found a picture of the interior of the Del Sol:

(Or at least how rednekkPH sees it in his mind

)

Crzy · Post by **Crzy** » January 11, 2006 2:00 pm

rednekkPH wrote:
The_Polly_Roger wrote:How 'bout a convertible truck?

That's not a truck. No vehicle with less than a 3/4 ton capacity and complete towing package can be considered a truck. Calling that wussmobile a truck is akin to calling a poodle a dog. There shall be no debate on this issue.

Amen!!

RAGTOP · Post by **RAGTOP** » January 11, 2006 2:01 pm

The_Polly_Roger wrote:
rednekkPH wrote:
RAGTOP wrote:would buying a Del Sol require him to leave his testicles at home whenever he drove it
No kiddin...might as well get a Cabriolet or a VW Beetle
If you are secure in your masculinity it doesn't matter what you drive. Of course if you feel you need to drive a truck and wear cowboy boots to feel like a man than that is your prerogative.

but come on its a Del Sol. I know gay guys that won't even be seen in one of those

nycparrothead · Post by **nycparrothead** » January 11, 2006 2:02 pm

rednekkPH wrote:
The_Polly_Roger wrote:How 'bout a convertible truck?

That's not a truck. No vehicle with less than a 3/4 ton capacity and complete towing package can be considered a truck. Calling that wussmobile a truck is akin to calling a poodle a dog. There shall be no debate on this issue.

Yeah... I'm not really sure what that is, but it's no truck...

ph4ever · Post by **ph4ever** » January 11, 2006 2:04 pm

rednekkPH wrote:
The_Polly_Roger wrote:How 'bout a convertible truck?

That's not a truck. No vehicle with less than a 3/4 ton capacity and complete towing package can be considered a truck. Calling that wussmobile a truck is akin to calling a poodle a dog. There shall be no debate on this issue.