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Man, it feels like I havent logged into TGO in a year! Really though its only been 3 months. Between college, family, and work I truly dont know whether I'm coming or going sometimes! Anyways I just wanted to drop in and share some good news with my fellow TGO'ers. The news that the wife and myself are expecting our 2nd addition to the family in July! Our 6 year old daughter is ecstatic about it, but has already declared she WILL NOT be changing any diapers. Lol, hope everybody is doing well!

It's also one step closer to not needing a boss at all (depending on investments and other income)

I've got a printed copy of our amortization schedule in my top drawer.  Every month when I pay the mortgage, I make the mortgage payment, and then find the next month's portion to principal, and pay that amount as well.  I then cross both payments off the list.  It's one of the most satisfying things I do every month.   To each their own, but I'd much rather be totally out of debt and make the decisions about where my money goes than to just simply be content with, "mortgage interest is deductible."   At the very least, print an amortization schedule on your mortgage and play around with it some.  You'll be offended when you see the interest numbers - especially in the first half of the repayment period.   I'd agree with others - pay off the cars first and get some rainy day savings squared away.  But following that, feel good about putting the money towards your mortgage.

Look at it this way. If your home was paid for, would you take out a home equity line of credit at a low rate and put that money in the stock market?   If not, then pay off the mortgage. One thing your boss is forgetting is that when you no longer have a mortgage, you'll have the entire monthly payment as free cash flow for yourself to do with whatever you choose.   Besides that, anyone who would advise me that walking away is a good option doesn't have the moral foundation to give me advice on anything.

  The proper tool for that part of the job is man hands.

+1 on UTG pro slim. Several of us on the forum have installed them over the past year. And most, like myself, we're hesitant because of older UTG product quality. They did a really good job with this though.

Badges? We don't need no stinking badges!

I mentioned doing a build thread in the PSA AR10 thread so here it is: I own several AR's and wanted something different, so I got a wild hair and decided to do one in 308. I want this to be a budget build, but it needs to be reliable and accurate enough to make hits on a 12" gong at 600yds.....something that the 308 is more than capable of. I decided on Aero receivers as they seem to be good quality...not the best, but not the worst. From my reading, they seemed to be a better choice than PSA so I caught one on sale at Brownells for $150. I'll put the price breakdown later but here are the receivers. [URL=http://s107.photobucket.com/user/samson7x/media/DSC_0595_zpsct3fxa66.jpg.html][/URL] [URL=http://s107.photobucket.com/user/samson7x/media/DSC_0596_zpsbxvh0bp1.jpg.html][/URL] [URL=http://s107.photobucket.com/user/samson7x/media/DSC_0597_zpszugp767g.jpg.html][/URL] I actually ordered them from different places so they weren't a matched set or anything. However, they fit great and the finish is the same on both and everything seems good to go. There are a few rough marks on the inside of the upper where the BCG rides. Hopefully it won't cause any issues, but we shall see. I had some parts laying around, so that will help with overall cost. Here is what I have on order: Ballistic advantage 16" premium barrel - guaranteed 1moa or less using match ammo AIM nitride bcg - all my research says this is a great bcg for the money 308 buffer and spring receiver extension and endplate Aero pins - these are longer than a standard LPK midlength gas tube Forward assist kit Parts I had on hand: Kies adjustable gas block BCM gunfighter grip LPK Magpul ACS-L stock specwar muzzle brake Still need to order: handguard - not sure what I want to go with yet. Thinking either MI or SLR in 14" or 15" geissele trigger Optic Raptor charging handle Here is what I've got so far: [URL=http://s107.photobucket.com/user/samson7x/media/DSC_0602_zpsh57osrn4.jpg.html][/URL]

Oh Mark, you just said four of my favorite words. Mississippi. Hogs. 300. G40. I know this is sudden, but maybe we should be best friends? Just think on it. Sent from my SCH-I545 using Tapatalk

What DaveTN said, however there are some local shops that won't accept a C&R, others that will want to run a background check anyway.  The online stores who regularly deal in C&R guns (Classic, AIM, SOG, etc.) will file your info as they would any transfer between FFL's, in fact most of them have a system by which you can upload a copy of your certificate in advance, then your subsequent purchases will automatically pull the document up when you checkout.

I've seen Wile E. Coyote use leverage to move a giant boulder. He usually ends up under it. :biglol:

  Try to get in on that action. Ain't nobody got time for that!

Where would you have beating that thus far this year? All you borrow to invest guys aren't calculating risk into your business plan.

  And it can turn around on you and start costing you for the payback cost plus whatever capitol you lost in the investment.  Always remember you are taking a bet in an investment.   Thanks Robert

I personally think you would be better off getting a Magpul Slim or regular MOE handguard. You won't have to take anything off, it won't weigh a ton, and you can still mount rails if you want them. Like this.

  Correct me, if I'm wrong. Sounds like you want a handguard that will cover/hide the gas block. Judging from the pic you have a carbine length gas system, so you'll be looking for a 12" or 13" handguard. There's a lot more options with a free float handguard.   If this is your rifle for having fun at the range and you aren't trying to impress everyone, just look around eBay and get one in your price range. Look for one that's 13" or longer, make sure it comes with a barrel nut, and be wary of a super slim design (it may not fit over your gas block, so check the inner diameter carefully and match it against the height of your gas block). You can find quite a few between $50 and $75 that will serve their purpose long enough for you to change your mind again later and go another route (most of us do).   If this is your battle rifle and/or the one you strap on to impress your neighbors while you mow the yard, you may want a reputable name brand that is built a little sturdier. It'll be better built, will last longer, have better mounting hardware, and will have stronger picatinny rails. Your options start with a very serviceable and well made UTG rail or Mid-West Industries and go all the way up to the barely more functional but much more prestigious brands like Noveske and Geissele. This is your only real option, if you ask the AR snobs over on AR15.com, who think they are all high-speed operators.   In the end, it's your Barbie doll, you can dress her up for the prom or your can dress her up for around the house...totally your call.

I am not a money guru, but my wife is. She built the house in 97 and she would pay a half payment extra a month. I don't remember when she originally planned to have the house paid off. When I came along and our monies combined she doubled the payment. The house has been paid off for almost 10 years now. Our vehicles, motorcycles and camper is paid for. We do not carry debt, period. I follow my wife's plan, she pays for everything on a credit card and pays that card off every month. We do no let that debt ride month to month, as such no interest is paid. We usually get a few grand in cash back at the end of the year. Not too shabby since we don't pay interest. And since we are debt free, she pays the max amount in to her retirement accounts. What works for other people may not work for you. Take what advise you can and apply to your needs as you see fit. Good luck.   

My $.02... if you're worried about weight, think about a slim keymod rail. Quad rails are heavy. Much lighter to just put a couple rail pieces where you need them. I like the look of a longer rail, and the newer slim stuff allows that without a lot of weight. I'm about to dump a 13" YHM quad rail for a slim keymod on an older build I have from back when quad rails were all the rage.

  Then how'd she end up with you?  :devil:

They are about to jerk the rug out from under some folks with Glenn. They want you to think he's untouchable but I believe his is coming and it ain't a nice way to go...... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

  Not to mention when the pressure pump you're using ruptures directly overhead, drenching your hair in the stuff.  Especially in the "long-hair" days of the 70's ...

Fluke 117 or if you want to go bad ass a fluke 177 is top of the line. The 117 is fast rugged almost water resistant and is easy on 9v batteries. I use one almost daily at work. It should work great for your grandkids one day. I can get whatever I want but for a digital mm go 117, avoid the 115 as it takes to long to show dcvoltage hope this helps PS fluke leads and accessories are awesome! Sears makes a nice accessory kit for meters for 20 bucks

Fluke.  Pay once, cry once.  Mine is about 20 years old now and still running strong.  I used it for a decade in some of the nastiest industrial environments.

Debt free living is a great thing. Have a reserve for emergencies. Payoff highest interest loans first. Then pay the house off as fast as you can. Once you are debt free your life will change completely.

I have a couple of WW1 and WW2

That all those guns came home with me? Today it was 3 puppies! What in the world is going on here? I feel like I need to trade my vehicle in or something. Just kidding, with the success we had with getting Daisy and rehoming her to an excellent home with the help of a rescue I have decided this is something I am going to heavily pursue with my time. I actually have a foster coming tomorrow as well so that will be our dogs and 4 rescues. We had a major loss in our house 2.5 weeks ago and we lost both of our female dogs at the same time. While that tragedy cannot be changed, it has inspired me a lot. Today I transported a Great Pyrenees from Monterey to Cookeville and along the way I ended up with 1 8 week old mix breed and 2 pups that are only 4 weeks. I essentially did not have a choice in the matter, I had to step in and fix stupid. Just a heads up Nashvillians, if you are in the market for new puppies, Big Fluffy Dog Rescue will soon have 6 black border collies and 2 really adorable mix breed white pups that look like a Bernie/GP mix. I met all 8 today and they are ridiculously cute. If you are looking for a new pup or family dog, always feel free to reach out, I will be happy to help.

And here I was having people send me resealed cans of Grizzly soaked in Wild Turkey. Monster was the trick. Sent from my SCH-I545 using Tapatalk

Thanks for the information. I'm still trying to spread this around.

Y'all are going to hurt my feelings if you don't call me to help. Did you get them cut okay?

Congratulations!

Congrats on the 2nd baby, ours are 17 months apart, yea both in diapers at same time. However that was many years ago.

The scenario you are describing is called a "zero-sum game", and that is true for options trading. However, investing in individual stocks (and most equity based mutual funds) is not a zero-sum game. If a stock goes up, wealth is created. Everyone that owns that stock makes money. If a stock goes down, everyone that owns that stock loses money (and wealth is destroyed).

When Daryl came from around that truck with the RPG and blew the bikers up I came unglued. I just knew they would kill off one of those two so I was thrilled. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Congratulations. My daughters are 6 years apart. And my oldest was and still is like a 2nd momma to her baby sister at 23.

I thought this was one of the best ever. When Machone gutted that punk idiot kid I was pumped. Lots of irritating characters got offed. Great episode. And hindsight being 20/20 Carl should have shot him up earlier. Sent from the Fortress of Solitude.

Sam Henderson has invite all us TGO 1911 shooters to his match. 3rd Annual Uncle Sam's Single Stack Championship will be held June 25th at Brocks Gap Training Center. Brush the dust off that 1911 that you're "thinking about shooting one day", and join us. Fun frivolity, and BBQ. What more can you ask for? It's a great match down the road in Birmingham. They usually give away a couple guns. Lunch is BBQ from SAMs restaurant. Always good. It's always a sell out. I'll post more info when I get it.

Depending on how much modification/stippling was done, the magwell may be deformed. It wouldnt take much grinding, melting of polymer to bend it slightly out of spec or to weaken the polymer to the point that the pressure from your grip in conjunction with trying to release the mag causes it to hang. My suggestion is to strip the mag release completely out, take the top end off, and try inserting mags and see if the hang up when let go, if there is nothing holding them they should fall out as soon as you move your hand, however if there is any lag time, then the magwell is out of spec.

I got to fire a 226 Legion SAO and that is an AMAZING trigger Sent from my SPH-L720 using Tapatalk

Fluke.  Accept no substitute.

As a former residential/commercial electrician, I have to say fluke as well. I've had good luck with Greenlee as well but not in a multimeter, only other testing instruments.

One more vote for fluke. After I got mine I wondered why I did not get one years ago.

Just to jump in the fray with my $.02 Wifey and I are 33 years old and blessed by our parents with debt free four year degrees. We were married and bought our house in 2007 on a standard 30 year mortgage. 2008 and 2009 were crummy years, but by 2013 were back on better footing financially and we refinanced to a 15 year mortgage. We have no other debt, and our cars are both 8 years old with 130k and 142k miles right now. I'll keep them until they become money pits, at which point they wouod be replaced with another reasonable 3-4 year old vehicle. We try to take a balanced approach. We add to Roth IRAs, but not at tge max amount right now. I am just starting a little stash of precious metals as a small hedge. We have some funds in a general money market kind of thing, and our standard emergency fund as well. We add between $100 and $200 a month to our principal. We're not going to break our backs to pay off the mortgage ASAP (interest is tax deductible at least) but we'd like to be done with it 7-8 years from now. The plan is at that point to save for another couple years, buy land, and build the place we'll ride out the rest of our earthly time. Dunno if that means anything to you, but that's our plan and we're stickin to it.

I have a fluke 117 at work and highly recommend it. Some of the other guys have craftsman and they seem to do a good job. With the number of computers on trucks now a days I just feel more comfortable with fluke.

  Truth.  It's the secret hand-shake of Kentucky.

So if it were me. I'd take the extra money and pay off the vehicles sooner. You'll save money on interest there too, and they depreciate faster. Then once they're paid off take the money you were paying in payments and put all of that extra on the house. This way the budget stays balanced.

I've got a few that could use a better sharpening than I'm able to accomplish.

Im not sure if the article was talking about a State issued HCP, or a LEOSA carry credential.  I agree, I guess, in that I think we all should be able to carry constitutionally, and I don't like  some folks being "more equal' than others, but The Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act (LEOSA) is designed to help a retired officer defend himself in situations like if after a career of putting away bad guys, he is subsequently targeted by a bad guy he put away.  The assumption is that these retired law enforcement officers may be more susceptible to retribution that the general populace.  I am a HCP holder, but due to the LEOSA credential allowing  carry in certain places that the HCP does not, I decided to get both credentials.  In my case, I dont consider myself in any more danger than  anyone else, as my law enforcement service wasnt around here, and I think it would be difficult to track me down after all these years, but,  since I was eligible and the threat DOES exist,  I figured I would go ahead and get it.  Heck, these days you never know if we will wake up one day and find that the HCPs have all been suspended in a martial law declaration!

What? Cash for Clunkers.