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April 18th, 2010 by pacapaoBig Boys’ Toys – Why Men Love Gadgets
April 17th, 2010 by pacapao
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From sports cars to spy cameras, power tools to wireless power gadgets–guys love technology. Most men have at least one high-tech obsession. It could be the latest gas grilling equipment, a cutting edge fly rod, the newest graphite golf clubs, computers, electronics–the list goes on and on. It’s obvious that guys love gadgets–but why? Here are just a few possible reasons.
The “Wow” factor. Let’s face it: a shiny new techno-toy is cool. From the latest plasma screen TV’s to slender, stylish mobile phones, a beautifully designed machine is sure to catch a guy’s attention. Many gadgets are designed to maximize the coolness appeal: electronic card shufflers for the card shark in your family; sleek Mp3 players and mobile phones that look good out on the town; computer speakers that look like contemporary sculpture. The “wow” factor is elusive, and it’s usually a combination of style and function.
It’s all about status. Cutting edge technology is a status symbol. And even those of us who insist we don’t care about such things get a secret thrill from owning the latest and greatest. Those gadgets cost money, and they send a signal that the owner has it to spare. They also give the impression that the owner is educated, trendy, and plugged-in. Most social species have ways to determine status among their members, and human beings are one of the most complex social species in the world. Techno-gadgets are just one way guys can display their status among their peers.
They make guys feel like kids again. Most guys start their love affair with gadgets at an early age. Little boys love remote control cars, video games, kid-sized tools, and more. A new gadget can make a guy feel like a kid again. Playing with high-tech toys is something that never changes. It’s engrossing, fascinating, and fun–just like it was when he was a kid. Most guys get just as excited now when they’re given a gadget for Christmas as they did when they were much younger. No wonder gadget gifts are a quick and easy way to a man’s heart.
Believe it or not–they’re practical. Gadgets let you do things you couldn’t do otherwise. A cutting-edge laptop can let you do everything from recording your own music to building your own e-commerce business. A feature-packed cell phone lets you check your email, play your favorite music, and even download a movie or television series in addition to keeping in touch with your friends. A well-made power tool lets you build anything from furniture to sailboats to motorcycles from the ground up. Guys love gadgets because they don’t just make our lives easier–they make impossible achievements commonplace.
Entertainment value. Technology doesn’t just improve our lives–it also makes things more fun. Entertainment technology has come far in the past decades, from early radio and television to cutting-edge plasma screens, video games with astonishing graphics, and more. No matter what you like to do for entertainment, technology takes fun to a whole new level. And it’s everywhere in our culture–almost everybody has a television, a radio, a CD collection, a computer, and many other gadgets. Today, even our most simple and familiar toys have been given a technological overhaul: dolls walk and talk; teddy bears play songs and tell stories; and toy cars have remote controls.
The cutting edge is addictive. Once you get into techno-toys, it’s hard to stop. You get excited when you see the newest model out on the market. You read about the new features, you watch the reviews, you comparison shop until the price comes down–and then you jump on the best deal. If you love gadgets, it’s hard not to keep up with the latest trends. No matter the type of tool, the technology industry is making new developments every year. This year’s gadgets have more to offer than last year’s, and next year’s techno-toys are sure to make this year’s look like stone tools. When you’re into technology, it’s tough not to keep up with the latest trends.
It’s not just men who love gadgets. Women are also getting involved. In fact, it’s likely that the sleek, graceful lines of today’s technology, from thin plasma screen televisions to stylish mobile phones and Mp3 players, are designed to appeal to women as well as men. Technological advances have made it possible for us to do things our ancestors never dreamed of. With everything we can do with gadgets, it’s hard not to love them–no matter who you are.
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Government Repossessed Car Auctions – What You Can Do to Find Them
April 12th, 2010 by pacapao
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If you have ever heard of government repossessed car auctions, you know that vehicles there are sold at unbelievably low prices. You might have also heard that some guys make huge profits out of their car reselling business thanks to these auctions. So, if you are on an auto hunt, wait no longer. Locate the next government auto auction in your area and make the best out of it!
Unfortunately, it is often easier said than done. Since these auctions rarely advertise on a large scale, an ordinary consumer gets to know about one either by a word of mouth or sheer luck. Yet, a lot of regularly hold cheap vehicle auctions come and go unnoticed, even the ones close to you. So, what can you do in order to track these government repossessed car auctions?
One way is to perform an extensive search on your own. Check national and local newspapers for the auction announcements and keep doing it regularly. Some large newspapers publish their classified ads online as well. The drawback of this method is obvious: if you can find an auction that is advertised in a national newspaper, so can other people; in other words, the auction is likely to draw a lot of participants, intensifying the competition.
Note that in many cases, government is not interested in paying for a big advertising campaign, since the vehicles are sold at 80-90% off their market value. Therefore, many government repossessed car auctions are held by small privately owned auction companies, hardly known to public. Ideally, you need to locate this type of an auction, because fewer people mean fewer bids and more chances to win an awesome bargain.
You can try and contact various government agencies on local, federal and state levels to gather information on auto auction locations and schedules. And though your investigation can take days, chances are you will find what you were looking for.
Don’t forget to check out financial institutions and banks as well – they are the main suppliers of seized vehicles, so they should be able to provide you with the desired information.
In case you want to save your time and energy, there is an easier way to find what you want. Specially compiled online directories provide you with all the information on government car auctions in your area as well as across the entire country for a low one-time fee, and you can search their database on an unlimited basis.
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Build Your Own Hydrogen Generator to Run Your Car on Water Power
April 8th, 2010 by pacapao
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Did you know it’s possible to run your car on water with a simple hydrogen generator which can dramatically increase gas mileage?
With the high prices of gas these days, people are becoming more and more desperate in the search for ways to increase the efficiency of their cars, SUVs, motorcycles and trucks. Gas is not getting cheaper and experts forecast that the current upward trend is going to continue for a long time to come yet.
However, recent technology has emerged that can pave the way for relief of that “pain at the pump” that so many Americans are feeling. This technology involves using water to power your car, by means of a simple hydrogen generator.
Many people are skeptical at the idea of water’s ability to power a car, which is completely understandable. But the important fact to note is that the car is not running completely on water. Instead, the water (H2O) is broken down into it’s component parts i.e. hydrogen and oxygen which is then used to supplement the existing gasoline fuel. It’s these separate components which hold the key.
Hydrogen is an extremely explosive gas and makes a superb fuel when burned in oxygen. In fact, NASA uses a liquid-hydrogen and oxygen combustion method to launch the space shuttle. The by product of burning hydrogen and oxygen is a release of huge amounts of energy, plus water vapour. When you see a space shuttle launch, the huge plumes of “smoke” you see aren’t really smoke at all – it’s clouds of water vapour (i.e steam) that results from the hydrogen-oxygen combustion.
By using this fuel mixture and combining it with regular gasoline, it’s possible to increase the efficiency of any road vehicle. A simple hydrogen generator is relatively easy to put together (once you know which parts to use) and can cost less than $150. Many users of such devices are reporting mileage increases of 74.1% and higher, so the initial cost of the device is quickly made up in fuel savings.
An additional benefit of using this simple device is that it will allow your engine to burn cleaner, with less emissions. You may even be eligible for a tax rebate from the IRS. In an effort to reduce emissions across the nation, the IRS is giving substantial credits to people who use “clean burning fuels” in their vehicles. A driver of a regular car could be eligible for $2,000 in additional tax credits, with larger commercial vehicles getting credits of $5,000 or more.
With gas prices reaching topping more than $4 a gallon in many places across the nation, now is an ideal time to invest in a simple hydrogen generator to increase the fuel efficiency of your car. After all, if it’s good enough for NASA and the space shuttle, it should be good enough for you!
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Bakugan Battle Pack – Christmas 2008 Toy Review
April 7th, 2010 by pacapao
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Bakugan Battle packs, games and toys are based off the hit TV series Bakugan Battle Brawlers. This battle pack allow kids ages 4 and above to use strategy, skill, and creative thinking to battle each other in a quest for victory.
The primary mission of Bakugan Battle pack game fight against other Bakugan warrior to score points that are given on the cards after managing to get you Bakugan to land on your card. This creative game allows players to imagine being various characters in the cartoon.
Even if you’ve never played the game before, this Bakugan Battle Pack comes with very simple instructions that make it very simple for new players to learn the game very quickly. Many parents and children alike find the game itself is fairly simple, but if your child has never played before, you more than likely will have to have to help them to understand all of the rules. The pieces that are included are for the most part pretty small and easy to get lost. But there are a couple that are as large as a grapefruit like the Bakugan Deka, which is very bulky.
Needless to say if you have a child that is a fan of Bakugan, the Bakugan Battle pack would make an excellent Christmas gift this year. Each set comes with six randomly inserted Bakugan and eight of the trademarked magnetic cards. One of the best things about owing the Bukugan battle pack is how quickly this kit increases you children’s collection of Bakugan. This set will allow children who have Bakugan to play with their friends who do not have any of the game supplies of their own.
This item is already receiving rave reviews from satisfied customers. Get yours today before they sellout in time for Christmas!
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April 6th, 2010 by pacapaoAn Old Look With Something New
April 4th, 2010 by pacapao
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For years I’ve been thinking to myself and talking to friends about cars. But, not just any cars, old classic cars. Cars that when they drive by scream of beauty and form, style and class. I strongly feel that many of todays cars don’t have the stylish character that cars before the 80’s had. For the longest time I would dream about driving a 1974 Corvette down the strip. And back in the 70’s the would no problems. No thought would come to mind. However, in todays market with gas prices climbing higher and higher driving an old gas guzzling car is pricey and a bit on the wasteful side. So for the longest time I slightly dreamed to myself about a day when an auto maker would design a car with the same look as a classic but have all new technology and engineering under the hood.
Well, I’ve seen them and I’m sure you have too, those new cars that are supposed to be “remakes” of the older version: the roadster, the beetle, the impala. Phuy, I say! These newer cars may have all the new engineering but they don’t have the look I want. However, there is now a line of transmissions that is on the market that can take your older model car and give it the new technology. These new GM transmissions are high performance and fuel efficient. And the best part is, you don’t have to alter your old car in any why. The transmission kits are made to fit where the old transmission used to be.
So if you’re an old car fan like me now you can find the right transmission for the make and model you need. For me, it’s the Corvette! Here is a list of transmissions that are available:
1955-1962 Corvette 5-Speed PerfectFit Kit – TKO-500
1955-1962 Corvette 5-Speed PerfectFit Kit – TKO-600 (.64)
1955-1962 Corvette 5-Speed PerfectFit Kit – TKO-600 (.82)
1963-1967 Corvette 5-Speed PerfectFit Kit – TKO-500
1963-1967 Corvette 5-Speed PerfectFit Kit – TKO-600 (.64)
1963-1967 Corvette 5-Speed PerfectFit Kit – TKO-600 (.82)
1968-1982 Corvette 5-Speed PerfectFit Kit – TKO-500
1968-1982 Corvette 5-Speed PerfectFit Kit – TKO-600 (.64)
1968-1982 Corvette 5-Speed PerfectFit Kit – TKO-600 (.82)
1984-1988 Corvette 5-Speed PerfectFit Kit – TKO-500
1984-1988 Corvette 5-Speed PerfectFit Kit – TKO-600 (.64)
1984-1988 Corvette 5-Speed PerfectFit Kit – TKO-600 (.82)
These Keisler PerfectFit System are the easiest and most complete way to put a high strength, modern overdrive Tremec TKO 5-speed transmission in your 1955-1988 Corvette. The Keisler Custom Engineered PerfectShift Tailhousings and Shift Mechanisms provide the smoothest operation, the shortest throws and the only true internal offset you will find out there in the Market.
And, of course, these are but a few options to choose from. The are many, many more. So you might be saying to yourself right now, “what about cars other then the Corvette?” And your right, I am a bit bias when it comes to my favorite car but your in luck there are Ford transmissions, GM transmissions, Mopar transmissions as well as other makes.
Now because of these wonderful new transmissions I can go cursing down the strip and not feel too guilty about it. Of course, I still wish Chevy would just go ahead and make a 1974 Corvette Stingray with the same look as the original but juice it up with the latest engineering.
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Gas Mileage Savers – The Secret of Converting Your Car Into a Hydrogen Hybrid to Save Fuel Mileage
April 1st, 2010 by pacapao
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The latest issue that has been gripping the world is the sharp rise of gasoline prices. This is the direct effect of limited global sweet crude oil supply. Since most crude oil comes from the Middle East, any conflicts in that region will have an adverse effect on local fuel prices. Because of the inflated gasoline bill, many people are finding it tough to fuel their cars and maintaining a monthly budget. Many people are looking for gas mileage savers idea to reduce their financial burden. One solution is to convert a car into a hydrogen hybrid to improve mileage. How does the concept work? This article will uncover the secret of using water as fuel to power a car.
To start reducing your car fuel consumption, the water fuel technology in essence converts your car engine into a hydrogen hybrid. An electrolysis device is used to generated the hydrogen gas (H2) needed for the engine combustion. The whole electrolysis process is possible because water is made from 2 molecules of hydrogen and one atom of oxygen thus its chemical name H2O. The H2 bubbles will be produced when the electrolysis device is connected to the car battery. By connecting a rubber gas hose from the electrolysis device to the engine air intake system, the H2 generated can be diverted into the combustion chambers.
When an internal combustion engine is running, it will suck fresh air and the hydrogen gas into the combustion chambers. Inside the chambers, H2 will combined with gasoline fume and burned. By mixing H2 with gasoline in the combustion chambers, the engine has a potential to produce a higher power output. Theoretically, when a car is running on the same amount of fuel with a higher engine power level, it is capable of going further hence increasing its gas mileage. With better fuel mileage, the vehicle owner can start saving money on gasoline expenses. The conversion system is also environmentally friendly because the only additional emission is water vapor released into the exhaust pipe.
The science behind using water as an alternative fuel for cars is not complicated. Anyone with some vehicle maintenance skill will be able to do it. Most of the parts needed for the modification can be bought from a local hardware store. You will also need a step by step project conversion guide to assist you. There are a lot of guides you can choose from online.
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Specialty Toy Insurance is Not Auto Insurance
April 14th, 2010 by pacapaoImage : http://www.flickr.com
To begin, let’s look at types of insurable “toys”: Motorcycles, Boats, Recreational Vehicles, Dune Buggies and Sandrails, All Terrain Vehicles, Side-By-Side Utility Vehicles, Modified Golf Carts, Golf Carts, Snowmobiles, Collector Vehicles, Travel Trailers and Personal Watercraft.
Why do all of these vehicle types need their own individual insurance coverage? Any vehicle issued a state registration needs to be properly insured. All 50 states have adopted the required minimum liability insurance requirements. In Arizona, the minimum liability limits are 15/30/10. Insurance is not designed to have one policy meet all vehicle needs. If you need a screwdriver you do not buy a hammer. Vehicle insurance is no different. A motorcycle policy is not designed to cover the insurance needs of a boat.
What makes these vehicle’s insurance coverage requirements different from auto insurance? Insurance for automobiles is rated on several factors such as garaging zip code, daily usage, one way miles to work, new and current value, number of liable accidents your specific automobile is involved in, the state you live in, and your own personal driving history (tickets and accidents).
Insurance for “toys” is primarily based on usage and value. Example, a highly ‘customized’ Harley-Davidson has an increased premium for physical damage (Comprehensive and Collision) because to replace the ‘custom’ paint and accessories cost more that the factory stock accessories. The liability is the same amount no matter the increased value of the motorcycle. Motorcycles are the exception to the daily usage factor because some are used as a daily commuter vehicle.
Another example, street legal sandrails can sell for over $100,000 directly from the manufacturer. Again the liability is based on the frequency of accidents that particular vehicle is involved in over the past 5 years or more and the average dollar amount paid out. Where the majority of premium is derived from is value, the amount the insurance company is responsible to pay out in a total loss. In this case, the insured value is $100,000. The usage of the vehicle is obvious, it is not going to be used as someone’s daily commuter vehicle so garaging zip code, one way miles, rural or urban residence are not substantial factors used in determining the premium. However, without these factors, insurance companies have a harder chore determining a competitive yet profitable premium.
Let’s take a look at boats and factors involved with determining their rates. Boat insurance is based on 3 independent items: hull, motor, and trailer. All three items are value based premium determination because each can be destroyed independent of the other two. The motor is the largest rating factor for liability because that is what causes the accidents. All boat insurers want to know the horsepower and maximum m.p.h. the motor is capable of obtaining.
The larger the motor the faster the boat goes which creates difficulty in handling and increases chance of a liable accident which have direct consequences in the rate. Sailboats with in board diesel motors also fall into this rating category but, because the horsepower and typical usage of the vessel is sail power, liability for sailboats is obviously much lower than power boats. The hull rate is based almost solely on new and/or current value same with the trailer. Base rates for a 25′ performance ski boat are much higher than base rates for a 25′ day cruiser sailboat due to the handling differences of under power versus under sail.
Recreational Vehicles, including travel trailers, are truly a unique risks to insure and determine a competitive rate. RV’s are a combination of auto insurance and home insurance. If you think about it, RV’s are a house on wheels with your own personal items inside traveling around the country. Much more so than today’s Mobile Homes which are no longer manufactured to be mobile once placed on your property. Rates are determined in common with auto insurance: usage, value, garaging zip code and state, and liable accidents. Along with other ‘toy‘ items, RV value also has a determining factor in rates.
Most insurance companies will allow full replacement cost on an RV less than five years old. What that means to you, the RV owner, is you have an option to insure the vehicle’s value for what you paid new within the first five years of that vehicle. After the fifth year, the value determination goes to actual cash value, otherwise known as depreciated or current value. Example: on 01-01-2010 you purchase a 2010 Monaco for $100,000 you can insure that vehicle for $100,000 replacement value until 2015. If you purchased a 2005 Monaco for $100,000 on 01-01-2010, the insurance company will value it at the current value regardless of what you paid.
What about your possessions in the RV? Like auto insurance, if an item came with the RV from the manufacturer it is included in the optional physical damage (comprehensive and collision) portion of the policy. If you brought a personal possession into the RV from your home as a permanent item, then you need to notify the insurance company of the increased amount of possessions. Most RV policies have built in limits ranging from $1,000 to $5,000. If your possessions exceed the built in limit, you should call your agent to increase the policy limit.
My favorite of the ‘toys’ are collector cars. Hot Rods, Street Rods, Classic Muscle cars, European Exotics, Kit Cars all examples of collector car classifications. These are simple policies insuring primarily the appraised value of your vehicle. The two main insurers of collector cars are Hagerty and Grundy Worldwide. The applications are simple and easy. That is because they know you are storing your baby in the garage only bringing her out to show off or take her to the Saturday car show.
Typical liability for these policies is less than $100 per year for $500,000 coverage limit. The bulk of the rate is determined from the insured value also known as appraised value. You will be required to obtain an appraisal from an accredited appraiser in your area and submit that to the insurance company. Usual set rates range from $.20 per $1,000 of value to $.75 per $1,000 of value depending on age of your vehicle and if it is considered high performance like Corvettes, Mustangs, and European Exotics.
I hope this sheds some light on the differences between auto, home and specialty insurance policies and needs. We live in an ever changing world which places insurance companies in the postion to keep up with what we are demanding as the insurable public. As we buy things, our insurance policies need to make sure the new thing can be protected adequately.
As manufactures introduce new or revised editions of the things we like, insurance companies need to make sure they are aware of these new things and changes and adjust policies to meet the new requirements. Golf carts have been moving from the golf course out onto public streets creating a new usage issue. That is one topic I avoided because insurance companies have not uniformly decided how to treat and insure these items. That is an example of new usage of an existing vehicle posing problems for insurance companies. If you ever have a question as to whether or not something should be insured, call your agent immediately.
Sean Kimbrough
President
Big Boy Toy Insurance
http://www.bigboytoyinsurance.com
520.908.7866
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