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  1. For instance earlier C-130s were equipped with Allison T56-A-15s and the gas generator (engine and turbine) was mechanically connected to the prop thru a gear reduction gearbox to the propeller. The latest C-130s use a "power turbine" that is not mechanically connected to the gas generator but extracts thermodynamic energy from the gas generator via a power turbine connected to the propeller. This system was used in many instances in the past in many helos such as the UH-1
  2. That type of turbo prop engine allows the prop and power turbine to freewheel. Those are tie downs to prevent rotation due to wind.
  3. Uh, that is not red "tape" they are remove before flight streamers connected to various things such as cover for the pitot / static tubes, outside air temp, ice detectors, true air speed ports, etc. The covers prevent insects and dirt from clogging the system. In the U.S. there is no "sticker price" on the aircraft. Each one is delivered to the U.S. military via a DD-250 form that lists the cost and is a negotiated price based on what software issues there are, what is missing due to supply and so on. OEM contract manager and accepting pilot sign the form.
  4. 8 pair $67 w/military discount
  5. Having a Barcardi cocktail to wish the new owners of the haunted house good luck; closed this morning.
  6. USNRET

    What I Got Today!

    Shelves and legs separate will nicely aligned pilot holes
  7. I use ARC and the HDMI cables are the same unless you want 4k then a "upgrade" is needed. Each TV uses a selected HDMI port for ARC (my Sony is #2) and ARC must be commanded on in the menu. I use OTA on my TV and use the ARC for audio. https://www.cnet.com/news/hdmi-audio-return-channel-and-earc-for-beginners/
  8. Probably done doing that but then .....
  9. Butcher Block Acoustics; ordered custom spacing
  10. USNRET

    What I Got Today!

    My BB rack finally came today so I can start hooking up the system. And yes I dinged the bottom shelf with that heavy azz amp. Node 2 Oppo UDP203 McIntosh MX160 (the 151 is still for sale) Xilica McIntosh MC8207
  11. USNRET

    What I Got Today!

    the ones on it better last.....they be 'pensive
  12. USNRET

    What I Got Today!

    Fiddled around with the performance settings today making a Wally World trip; you have to be real careful... at 20 MPH and then 1/2 throttle it WILL break free.
  13. USNRET

    What I Got Today!

    https://www.bmwofcc.com/new/BMW/2021-BMW-M3-f0dfb6b50a0e09a87e55a3fbb58270c5.htm Dealer removed it from their site. Was trying to buy a new Vette but I refuse to pay $40-50 K over sticker.
  14. USNRET

    What I Got Today!

    M3 Competition. Not allowed to drive it until tomorrow when the national unveiling happens (or so I'm told)
  15. If there is a concern about the 4K issue you can get past that if your BR player has an HDMI audio only port (my Oppo and Panasonic does). HDMI video to TV and HDMI audio to the pre pro. I just used that as an excuse to buy the 160
  16. I checked and the warranty expires 7/21/2021
  17. Sorry about Jake. I can relate.
  18. Ya, I know that you looking but in my defense while picking up my dog from trainer I stopped by and found an open box 160 and pulled the trigger. I think I priced the 151 at the low end for us.
  19. Added photos Factory standard. Purchased new. Inner and outer factory shipping cartons with Room Perfect microphone and carton. Location S TX 78414 will ship; buyer pays for cost strapped to small pallet or meet up distance negotiable. Has been a champ without issue. Reason for sale: New house has new TVs that are 4K so bought an MX160 today. The 151 does NOT do 4K but option is to HDMI from source to TV 4K and then ARC from TV to PrePro. Price...drum roll...for my friends....min $3000.00 + shipping or I'll buy beer and cook a steak for $3000 pick up.
  20. First and second injections = typical inoculation soreness at site and that was it.
  21. USNRET

    What I Got Today!

    While picking up the puppy dog I got a McIntosh MX160 pre/pro to replace my MX151 since I upgraded the TV to 4K.
  22. USNRET

    What I Got Today!

    Got a contract on the HAUNTED HOUSE! No more triple mortgages I HOPE! Went on market at 8:30ish yesterday and had three offers above asking price by 5:00; signed contract this morning,,,need more toys. https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/1202-Cornerstone-Dr_Corpus-Christi_TX_78418_M82107-54030
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