Marlin Sinks Boat?

Some people say there's no such thing as a bad day of fishing.....

A fisherman off Panama was battling a huge black marlin when the battle took a turn for the worse.
Not all the details are in, but apparently the captain began backing down on the huge fish, a common practice in big-game fishing when a fish is taking line. He puts the boat in reverse to chase the fish.
One commenter on Marlin Magazine's Facebook post who apparently had some knowledge of the incident said that the captain fell as he was backing down on the fish at full throttle. The boat took on too much water and, finally, there was no correcting the situation.
Marlin Magazine reported that the boat went to the bottom of the sea and everybody on board was rescued by the photo boat. And, of course, the fish got away.


http://www.grindtv.com/outdoor/blog/50860/a+hooked+marlin+sinks+a+fishing+boat+well+something+like+that/

The 10 Worst Things You Can Do to Your Car

Like the human body, ignoring even the smallest signs of trouble in your car's performance can lead to trouble down the road.

And some missed signals cost more than others.

A new report by CarMD.com Corporation details exactly which maintenance mistakes can cause the most damage.
Here are the top 10:

1. Putting off recommended / scheduled maintenance

2. Ignoring the “check engine” light

3. Not changing the oil, or not having it changed on time

4. Not checking tire pressure

5. Neglecting coolant, brake, transmission and other fluid services

6. Continuing to drive when the vehicle is overheating

7. Not changing fuel and air filters

8. Having unqualified shops service your vehicle

9. Using generic aftermarket parts instead of original equipment manufacturer (OEM)-quality parts

10. Trying to service your own high-tech vehicle

The best example of the snowball effect of missed car repairs is the air filter. It costs about 20 bucks to replace, but if left alone, a dirty filter can bust oxygen (02) sensors in cars, which cost as much as $250 to replace. And when the sensor fails, you'll first see your gas mileage plunge, then possibly wind up with a $1,000 bill to replace your catalytic converter.

No. 3 deserves special attention, as well. Technicians say ignoring oil changes is the "single most damaging car maintenance item that their customers neglect that they wish they could change," according to CarMD.

The trouble with dirty oil is that it doesn't jive well with the high-tech engines in today's modern vehicles, according to Art Jacobsen, CarMD vice president, and can lead to engine failure if left ignored for too long.

The old go-to rule for oil changes was to refresh every 3,000 miles. But most experts agree drivers should go by the schedule their car's manufacturer dictates instead.

Ref: http://finance.yahoo.com/news/10-worst-things-car-141922919.html

Hypersonic 'SpaceLiner' Aims to Fly Passengers in 2050

A hypersonic "SpaceLiner" would whisk up to 50 passengers from Europe to Australia in 90 minutes. The futuristic vehicle would do so by riding a rocket into Earth's upper atmosphere, reaching 24 times the speed of sound before gliding in for a landing.
SpaceLiner passengers would have eight minutes to experience the rocket launch before they reached an altitude of about 47 to 50 miles (75 to 80 kilometers). That falls short of the 62-mile (100-km) boundary considered the edge of space, but even a suborbital flight would allow SpaceLiner to glide back to Earth at hypersonic speeds of more than 15,000 mph (25,200 kph).
The rocket-powered design stands out compared with other proposed hypersonic jets, which feature new air-breathing engine concepts. European aerospace giant EADS previously unveiled a hypersonic jet concept that would rely mainly upon air-breathing ramjets to reach cruising speeds of Mach 4 — faster than the supersonic Concorde's Mach 2 performances but far slower than the SpaceLiner's Mach 24 goal.

SpaceLiner's European project planners say their reliance upon proven rocket technology could allow their vehicle to fly sooner rather than later. They plan to use liquid oxygen and hydrogen rocket propellants so that the rocket engines leave only water vapor and hydrogen in the atmosphere.

Read more at: http://news.yahoo.com/hypersonic-spaceliner-aims-fly-passengers-2050-180537395.html

Classics & Collectibles

Did you know that we sell Classics and Collectibles?  Be sure to check out our website or come by and see us to look at all of the awesome cars we have!!!

http://www.scottcautos.com/used-inventory/classics.htm

Want Better Gas Mileage?

Want Better Gas Mileage?
Keeping Your Car in Shape is Your Best Bet.
Keep Your Engine Properly Tuned
Get a tune-up
Fixing a car that is noticeably out of tune or has failed an emissions test can improve its gas mileage by an average of 4 percent, though results vary based on the kind of repair and how well it is done.
Fixing a serious maintenance problem, such as a faulty oxygen sensor, can improve your mileage by as much as 40 percent.
Keep Tires Properly Inflated
You can improve your gas mileage by up to 3.3 percent by keeping your tires inflated to the proper pressure. Under-inflated tires can lower gas mileage by 0.3 percent for every 1 psi drop in pressure of all four tires. Properly inflated tires are safer and last longer.
The proper tire pressure for your vehicle is usually found on a sticker in the driver's side door jamb or the glove box and in your owner's manual. Do not use the maximum pressure printed on the tire's sidewall.



Ref: http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/maintain.shtml

Have You Seen Our New Site?

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Road Trip?

Taking a road trip soon? Here's a few tips for before you go:
1) Check weather and traffic reports; most states have toll-free numbers you can call for both of these.
2) Get a full-service tuneup (recommended at 30,000 miles, 60,000 and so on). Bring your car in for service at least a week or two before you plan to leave - don't wait until the day before.
3) Check your car battery terminals for corrosion. Terminals can be cleaned with a wire brush dipped in baking soda and water.
4) Have the battery "load tested" if it's more than 4 years old. Cold weather greatly decreases a battery's ability to hold a charge - a weak battery may give up in very cold weather.
5) Inspect your tire-tread wear and maintain the proper air pressure indicated in your owner's manual. Replace worn or old tires. Install snow tires or all-weather tires if driving in snow. Some places (such as many mountain passes in the Sierra and Rockies) require tire chains in heavy snow. Purchase chains to keep in your trunk - and know how to install them beforehand.
6) Examine all belts and hoses to make sure there are no cracks or leaks.
7) Check your antifreeze strength in the radiator overflow reservoir with a hydrometer. The antifreeze should be clean, up to the proper level, and strong enough to provide protection at 36 degrees below zero F.
8) Replace the coolant and/or flush the cooling system if this hasn't been done in the last 15,000 miles.
9) Check all the car's fluids: oil, coolant, brake fluid, power steering and automatic transmission fluid (if applicable), hydraulic clutch fluid (if applicable).
10) Keep your washer-fluid reservoir filled. Use windshield washer fluid that has windshield antifreeze in it, not just water.
11) Replace your windshield wipers if they're split, cracked, streaking or skipping.
12) Be certain your headlights, taillights, brake lights and turning signals work, and replace bulbs as necessary.
13) Pack one or two warm blankets in the trunk of your car.
14) If you're traveling to an area with snow, bring a small shovel and kitty litter in case you get stuck in the snow.

Read more: How to Prepare for a Winter Road Trip | eHow.com http://www.ehow.com/how_5240_prepare-winter-road.html#ixzz2HyeXYgdq

Tips to Avoid the Flu

The flu is spreading fast.....
Whether you think you’ve got a shot at getting a flu vaccine or not, there are still steps you can take to help you avoid getting sick. That’s important, because the influenza virus (flu) affects anywhere from five to 20 percent of Americans every year. In addition, more than 200,000 people in the U.S. are hospitalized from flu complications annually.

The Centers for Disease Control’s web site – www.cdc.gov – offers the following tips on flu:

• Avoid close contact with people who are sick. If you are sick, keep your distance from others to protect them from getting sick, too.

• If possible, stay home from work, school and errands when you are sick. You will help prevent others from catching your illness.

• Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when coughing or sneezing. It may prevent those around you from getting sick.

• Washing your hands often will help protect you from germs. Germs are often spread when a person touches something that is contaminated with germs and then touches his or her eyes, nose or mouth.

Need a Dinner Idea?

Need a dinner idea?
A healthier take on weeknight-friendly risotto
Risotto traditionally is made with starchy white rice. That starch is essential to producing a creamy, thick risotto. But I wanted a whole-grain version. Trouble is, brown rice doesn't release nearly as much starch during cooking, so substituting it often produces risotto that is thin and uninspiring.

It took me a few attempts, but I eventually figured out how to have my whole grains and my thick and creamy risotto. And it was simple. I just needed to add starch.

Once I had that down, then I needed to add flavor. For this recipe, I came up with two variations, one with Brussels sprouts and apple, another with asparagus and tomatoes. Both are incredibly delicious.
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CREAMY BROWN RICE RISOTTO TWO WAYS — WITH BRUSSELS SPROUTS AND APPLE OR ASPARAGUS AND TOMATOES

Start to finish: 40 minutes (20 minutes active)

Servings: 4

1 cup short grain brown rice (or brown sushi rice)

2 cups water

1/2 tablespoon olive oil

3 ounces prosciutto, chopped

1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary

1 medium yellow onion, finely diced

1 pound Brussels sprouts, quartered AND 1 firm tart apple, peeled and diced

OR

1 pound asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces AND 1/2 cup oil-packed sliced sun-dried tomatoes (drained)

1/2 cup white wine

1 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth, room temperature

1/2 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Salt and ground black pepper, to taste

Purchased balsamic glaze, to serve

Fore more specific instructions see: http://www.firelandsintraining.com/article/recipes/300161

Green Day

Green Day is Coming to the CONSOL Energy Center on March 31, 2013 at 7:30PM
1001 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA  15219



For tickets see:  http://www.ticketmaster.com/CONSOL-Energy-Center-tickets-Pittsburgh/venue/180938

Kenny Chesney

Kenny Chesney: No Shoes Nation Tour
At Heinz Field
Pittsburgh, PA
5:00PM
June 22, 2013

Find Tickets At:   http://www.ticketmaster.com/Kenny-Chesney-tickets/artist/767989?brand=none&tm_link=tm_homeA_rc_image2