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philiam · 01-26-2008, 10:14 PM

About the N.J. turnpike. First off, remember that out here we have freeways which are what the word implies free. I'm not used to someone sticking their hand in my pocket every couple of miles. The very word "turnpike" sounds like the bad old days when a robber baron would stick a pole, or pike, across the road. You had to lay some gold on him so he would turn the pike, and you could progress. I was driving a 30 ft. motorhome, towing a Civic hatchback.

Anyhow, It was the Sunday after the 911 fiasco and we were heading to N.Y. from Mass. The George Washington bridge was narrowed to 2 lanes. It took over 2 hours to get across. We decided to skip N.Y. and head south. Arrived at the the toll booth at dusk. Yankee stadium had a lot of traffic and I was a little confused. We were in the wrong lane and I didn't notice till I got to the toll booth. The truck lane was way to the right. The car lane was narrowed down and there was no backing up or turning around.

Eyeballing the opening I made a quick decision and decided the coach would get through with about an inch to spare. So we went for it. I hadn't counted on a large sign hanging down to keep large vehicles from going through the car toll. A loud scraping sound got my attention and my stomach was tied in a half hitch. With visions of my roof being peeled back like a banana, I was mentally rehearsing my explanation to the insurance co. The toll booth guy told me not to move, he had to call in the super. While a line of cars qued behind us, their drivers not happy campers, We waited for the super.

When the super finally got there, he told me to pull through...slowly. The noise was worse than the proverbial blackboard scraping finger nails. There was thumping and cracking and scraping. If the roof didn't peel off, at the very least the the AC units on the roof would be laying in my wake. And the toll guys made me pay full price!

We drove on to a travel plaza (truck stop) where we were to meet someone the next day. Got up on top and was happy to see we'd only lost a couple of plastic vents. We slept looking up at the stars that night with the sounds of a noisy reefer serenading us all night long.

Next day we circumvented Washington in to VA. That was when Anthrax was being mailed to people. All in all, it was a very eventful trip of about 8000 miles.
That's my New Jersey Turnpike story. Hows that for wordy?

Java Junky · 01-26-2008, 10:48 PM

Thanks Phil.
Ya wanna bet that most folks first havin' that post pop up're gonna think "Oh damn. Java wuz here."
That wasn't a good time to be travelling. 'Glad that that was your only incident considering the length of your journey.
But leave it ta Joisey ta be the memorable incident in an 8 thousand mile trek. 'Probably somethin' in the water.
As fer "wordy" . . yer askin' the absolute wrong feller.
Be well,
Java

philiam · 01-26-2008, 11:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Java Junky

Thanks Phil.
Ya wanna bet that most folks first havin' that post pop up're gonna think "Oh damn. Java wuz here."
That wasn't a good time to be travelling. 'Glad that that was your only incident considering the length of your journey.
But leave it ta Joisey ta be the memorable incident in an 8 thousand mile trek. 'Probably somethin' in the water.
As fer "wordy" . . yer askin' the absolute wrong feller.
Be well,
Java

Oh, that wasn't the only adventure. There were several. That was just my "joisy" adventure. Carb spitting gas on the exhaust manifold, bad tire, lost the brakes in Maine. Got reamed on generator repair in Vt. and a few other less problematic happenings. But we survived and they're just stories now.

winno12 · 01-27-2008, 12:32 PM

I am in western MA. I am here. I drive fast. Now that the MA pike is handin out speedos it's hard to find a place to run in this area. I like rte 2 to rte 9 goin north to VT. Roads in new england suck so bad though. I've had my S for 6 years now, and am always lookin' for new runs and people to meet. If you ever want to run let me know.

Java Junky · 01-27-2008, 03:59 PM

Ummmm-m-m-m-m-m . . . Phil?
You . . ummm-m-m-m . . wouldn't care to elaborate on that little "I was involved with his music" comment, wou'ja? You didn't jus' buy his 78s . . . . . did'ja?
Anybody else I'd jus' ledditt slide, but you're very "British" in your ability to understate.
So what? You drove the Band bus? You did his PR work? 'Wrote his copy? 'Played tenor sax? What????
Java

philiam · 01-27-2008, 07:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Java Junky

Ummmm-m-m-m-m-m . . . Phil?
You . . ummm-m-m-m . . wouldn't care to elaborate on that little "I was involved with his music" comment, wou'ja? You didn't jus' buy his 78s . . . . . did'ja?
Anybody else I'd jus' ledditt slide, but you're very "British" in your ability to understate.
So what? You drove the Band bus? You did his PR work? 'Wrote his copy? 'Played tenor sax? What????
Java

After leaving the army, I got a job in sales with a record distributor. One of the lines we handled was Roulette records, who came out with the first Basie album in stereo. Really good LP (remember those?). The album title, as I recall, was E=MC2. The cover had a picture of the atom bomb. Pretty sure it had "The Kid from red bank on it. Spent over 25 yrs. in the record business.

If I wrote about all the jobs I've had and things I've done, it would take up a lot of bandwidth.

Java Junky · 01-27-2008, 07:04 PM

Drib'z n' drab'z'll doo Phil.
Drib'z n' drab'z'll doo.
Thanks,
Java
(Ummm-m-m-m . . ever geddizz autograph?)

philiam · 01-27-2008, 07:31 PM

(Ummm-m-m-m . . ever geddizz autograph?

No, never was in to that. Been around a few celebs over the years. Never met Basie but I did work with Buddy Rich, probably the greatest drummer ever! Got a gold record for breaking Kool and the Gang out here and others.
Even shot a couple of album covers.

egsprance · 01-31-2008, 07:43 AM

HEY! I'm from Jersey (the ONLY state in the USA whose name can be shortened and still make sense!) Don't check in often, though. Hope everyone's having a safe, warm, winter. Can't wait for those 50-degree spring days to drop the top.

Java Junky · 01-31-2008, 09:40 AM

'Went in last night n' came home this mornin' with the top down egs. Wuffo' you godda wait?
Dress like it's winter, season-to-taste with the heater n' windows n' dropp'er pal. Give'er a shot. 'Might like it.
Winter'z way too long ta spend it deprivin' oneself'a topplessness. (Of late, it's been way too warm too, wun'cha say?)
Be well,
Java

Red Stwokay · 03-03-2008, 10:35 PM

Anyone up for settin up a meet or run or somethin? My only issue is the S only goes out in good weather (absolutly dry roads) and on paved roads. I show it and dirt and dust don't mix with that type of use. Tough to clean for a show but I drive it. 2500 to 3000 miles so far.

D1sclaimer · 03-03-2008, 11:33 PM

Im from NE if you mean Nebraska

Java Junky · 03-04-2008, 01:34 AM

Red, y'aught'a get yerself another one ta drive.
Too restrictive limitations make fer a real shiny hangar-queen . . . n' make Jack a really deprived boy.
Java

Daddy Zach · 03-04-2008, 07:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by philiam

(Ummm-m-m-m . . ever geddizz autograph?

No, never was in to that. Been around a few celebs over the years. Never met Basie but I did work with Buddy Rich, probably the greatest drummer ever! Got a gold record for breaking Kool and the Gang out here and others.
Even shot a couple of album covers.

Wasn't he almost as good as Gene Krupa??

Pablo · 03-04-2008, 08:20 PM

Red...I'm with ya Dude..........ready to romp ....in nice weather. Stewie Baby does not like the rain, snow, and sleet or the salt on the roads that accompany the latter. I'm just protectin' my investment......

hammerhead300 · 03-04-2008, 09:03 PM

Quote:

Im from NE if you mean Nebraska

Same here... I'm an NE member, but not a member from the Northeast...

philiam · 03-04-2008, 10:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Daddy Zach

Wasn't he almost as good as Gene Krupa??

He was much better! I knew a guy who was a pro drummer. After he heard
Rich, he gave up the drums and became a record promotion man. I've seen Buddy, he was incredible.

Java Junky · 03-05-2008, 03:47 AM

Phil, two'a my favorite drummerz in a heated duel.
Thought ya might enjoy.
Java

http://www.boreme.com/boreme/funny-2...-animal-p1.php

philiam · 03-05-2008, 05:53 PM

Java, you just made my day. No, my week! I always used to watch the
Muppets, but never saw that one. That was the hippest series on tv.
No one could thump them tubs like Buddy, but animal came close.

Thanks a billion! (a million doesn't cut it these days)

H20 · 03-06-2008, 02:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Java Junky

Phil, two'a my favorite drummerz in a heated duel.
Thought ya might enjoy.
Java

http://www.boreme.com/boreme/funny-2...-animal-p1.php

Outstanding!
I am a drummer. I aspire to be as good as a ..... MUPPET?
Crap..

Java Junky · 03-06-2008, 02:21 AM

Now, ya see? One neva know doo one?
I almost didn't post that figgerin'att aw, they probably seen it already.
'Glad you guys enjoyed that, n' glad I posted it.
('Probably watched it a dozen times . . again.)
Java

philiam · 03-06-2008, 06:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by H20

Outstanding!
I am a drummer. I aspire to be as good as a ..... MUPPET?
Crap..

Who ever was banging the drums for Animal was among the better ones.
Probably some jazz great making a living as a studio musician.

Joyce · 03-07-2008, 08:46 AM

JJ----Thanks that was really great. Muppets always bring a smile! Did any one happen to look at the Dancing Cockatoo it is really funny (it is on the same page with muppets just to the right under related videos)? The opening of the Winter Olympics with Pavoratti for the opera buffs is amazing.--------J

Java Junky · 03-07-2008, 08:51 AM

Joyce, ya godda realize tha'cher dealin' with a CroMagnon here. All'a these videoz're totally amazin'.
I'm told that I impress easily. I'm also told that I smell like my dogs, but that'z fer another time.
Java

jagg · 03-07-2008, 08:58 AM

We'll file that under "tip of the iceburg", aye java?

Java Junky · 03-07-2008, 09:00 AM

Aye me bucko!

Red Stwokay · 03-09-2008, 12:47 AM

Drummers and drummer lovers. Cool.

I like drums too and ya may recognize a friend of mind.

01-26-2008, 10:14 PM	#121 (permalink)
philiam Senior Member, Literally Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: woodland hills, CA Posts: 1,579	About the N.J. turnpike. First off, remember that out here we have freeways which are what the word implies free. I'm not used to someone sticking their hand in my pocket every couple of miles. The very word "turnpike" sounds like the bad old days when a robber baron would stick a pole, or pike, across the road. You had to lay some gold on him so he would turn the pike, and you could progress. I was driving a 30 ft. motorhome, towing a Civic hatchback. Anyhow, It was the Sunday after the 911 fiasco and we were heading to N.Y. from Mass. The George Washington bridge was narrowed to 2 lanes. It took over 2 hours to get across. We decided to skip N.Y. and head south. Arrived at the the toll booth at dusk. Yankee stadium had a lot of traffic and I was a little confused. We were in the wrong lane and I didn't notice till I got to the toll booth. The truck lane was way to the right. The car lane was narrowed down and there was no backing up or turning around. Eyeballing the opening I made a quick decision and decided the coach would get through with about an inch to spare. So we went for it. I hadn't counted on a large sign hanging down to keep large vehicles from going through the car toll. A loud scraping sound got my attention and my stomach was tied in a half hitch. With visions of my roof being peeled back like a banana, I was mentally rehearsing my explanation to the insurance co. The toll booth guy told me not to move, he had to call in the super. While a line of cars qued behind us, their drivers not happy campers, We waited for the super. When the super finally got there, he told me to pull through...slowly. The noise was worse than the proverbial blackboard scraping finger nails. There was thumping and cracking and scraping. If the roof didn't peel off, at the very least the the AC units on the roof would be laying in my wake. And the toll guys made me pay full price! We drove on to a travel plaza (truck stop) where we were to meet someone the next day. Got up on top and was happy to see we'd only lost a couple of plastic vents. We slept looking up at the stars that night with the sounds of a noisy reefer serenading us all night long. Next day we circumvented Washington in to VA. That was when Anthrax was being mailed to people. All in all, it was a very eventful trip of about 8000 miles. That's my New Jersey Turnpike story. Hows that for wordy? __________________

01-26-2008, 10:48 PM	#122 (permalink)
Java Junky Resident Curmudgeon Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Joisey Posts: 5,482	Thanks Phil. Ya wanna bet that most folks first havin' that post pop up're gonna think "Oh damn. Java wuz here." That wasn't a good time to be travelling. 'Glad that that was your only incident considering the length of your journey. But leave it ta Joisey ta be the memorable incident in an 8 thousand mile trek. 'Probably somethin' in the water. As fer "wordy" . . yer askin' the absolute wrong feller. Be well, Java __________________ In life-long pursuit of that most mythic of beasts: the ever-elusive perfect corner. Well . . . that, r' at least a whole lodda clear spin-out room.

01-27-2008, 12:32 PM	#124 (permalink)
winno12 Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: greenfield,ma Posts: 3	I'm here I am in western MA. I am here. I drive fast. Now that the MA pike is handin out speedos it's hard to find a place to run in this area. I like rte 2 to rte 9 goin north to VT. Roads in new england suck so bad though. I've had my S for 6 years now, and am always lookin' for new runs and people to meet. If you ever want to run let me know.

01-27-2008, 03:59 PM	#125 (permalink)
Java Junky Resident Curmudgeon Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Joisey Posts: 5,482	Ummmm-m-m-m-m-m . . . Phil? You . . ummm-m-m-m . . wouldn't care to elaborate on that little *"I was involved with his music"* comment, wou'ja? You didn't jus' buy his 78s . . . . . *did'ja? Anybody else I'd jus' ledditt slide, but you're very "British" in your ability to understate. So what? You drove the Band bus? You did his PR work? 'Wrote his copy? 'Played tenor sax? What????* Java __________________ In life-long pursuit of that most mythic of beasts: the ever-elusive perfect corner. Well . . . that, r' at least a whole lodda clear spin-out room.

01-27-2008, 07:04 PM	#127 (permalink)
Java Junky Resident Curmudgeon Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Joisey Posts: 5,482	Drib'z n' drab'z'll doo Phil. Drib'z n' drab'z'll doo. Thanks, Java (Ummm-m-m-m . . ever geddizz autograph?) __________________ In life-long pursuit of that most mythic of beasts: the ever-elusive perfect corner. Well . . . that, r' at least a whole lodda clear spin-out room.

01-27-2008, 07:31 PM	#128 (permalink)
philiam Senior Member, Literally Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: woodland hills, CA Posts: 1,579	(Ummm-m-m-m . . ever geddizz autograph? No, never was in to that. Been around a few celebs over the years. Never met Basie but I did work with Buddy Rich, probably the greatest drummer ever! Got a gold record for breaking Kool and the Gang out here and others. Even shot a couple of album covers. __________________

01-31-2008, 07:43 AM	#129 (permalink)
egsprance Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 1	HEY! I'm from Jersey (the ONLY state in the USA whose name can be shortened and still make sense!) Don't check in often, though. Hope everyone's having a safe, warm, winter. Can't wait for those 50-degree spring days to drop the top.

01-31-2008, 09:40 AM	#130 (permalink)
Java Junky Resident Curmudgeon Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Joisey Posts: 5,482	'Went in last night n' came home this mornin' with the top down egs. Wuffo' you godda wait? Dress like it's winter, season-to-taste with the heater n' windows n' dropp'er pal. Give'er a shot. 'Might like it. Winter'z *way* too long ta spend it deprivin' oneself'a topplessness. (Of late, it's been way too warm too, wun'cha say?) Be well, Java __________________ In life-long pursuit of that most mythic of beasts: the ever-elusive perfect corner. Well . . . that, r' at least a whole lodda clear spin-out room.

03-03-2008, 10:35 PM	#131 (permalink)
Red Stwokay Dismember Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: TAX STATE (CT) Posts: 255	Anyone up for settin up a meet or run or somethin? My only issue is the S only goes out in good weather (absolutly dry roads) and on paved roads. I show it and dirt and dust don't mix with that type of use. Tough to clean for a show but I drive it. 2500 to 3000 miles so far. __________________ FAST THINKERS DRIVE FAST! Why expect less?

03-03-2008, 11:33 PM	#132 (permalink)
D1sclaimer Mustang Killer Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 423	Im from NE if you mean Nebraska __________________ It’s alright. I aint losing. This fool’s running a Honda 2000. I’ll win, that way me and my dad can roll together when he gets out of prison. It’s all good.

03-04-2008, 01:34 AM	#133 (permalink)
Java Junky Resident Curmudgeon Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Joisey Posts: 5,482	Red, y'aught'a get yerself another one ta drive. Too restrictive limitations make fer a real shiny hangar-queen . . . n' make Jack a really deprived boy. Java __________________ In life-long pursuit of that most mythic of beasts: the ever-elusive perfect corner. Well . . . that, r' at least a whole lodda clear spin-out room.

03-04-2008, 08:20 PM	#135 (permalink)
Pablo Sentient Being Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: LI, NY Posts: 604	Red...I'm with ya Dude..........ready to romp ....in nice weather. Stewie Baby does not like the rain, snow, and sleet or the salt on the roads that accompany the latter. I'm just protectin' my investment...... __________________ Regards, Pablo "If everything seems under control, you're not going fast enough" Mario Andretti

03-05-2008, 03:47 AM	#138 (permalink)
Java Junky Resident Curmudgeon Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Joisey Posts: 5,482	Phil, two'a my favorite drummerz in a heated duel. Thought ya might enjoy. Java http://www.boreme.com/boreme/funny-2...-animal-p1.php __________________ In life-long pursuit of that most mythic of beasts: the ever-elusive perfect corner. Well . . . that, r' at least a whole lodda clear spin-out room.

03-05-2008, 05:53 PM	#139 (permalink)
philiam Senior Member, Literally Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: woodland hills, CA Posts: 1,579	Java, you just made my day. No, my week! I always used to watch the Muppets, but never saw that one. That was the hippest series on tv. No one could thump them tubs like Buddy, but animal came close. Thanks a billion! (a million doesn't cut it these days) __________________

03-06-2008, 02:21 AM	#141 (permalink)
Java Junky Resident Curmudgeon Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Joisey Posts: 5,482	Now, ya see? One neva know doo one? I almost didn't post that figgerin'att aw, they probably seen it already. 'Glad you guys enjoyed that, n' glad I posted it. ('Probably watched it a dozen times . . again.) Java __________________ In life-long pursuit of that most mythic of beasts: the ever-elusive perfect corner. Well . . . that, r' at least a whole lodda clear spin-out room.

03-07-2008, 08:46 AM	#143 (permalink)
Joyce Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 95	JJ----Thanks that was really great. Muppets always bring a smile! Did any one happen to look at the Dancing Cockatoo it is really funny (it is on the same page with muppets just to the right under related videos)? The opening of the Winter Olympics with Pavoratti for the opera buffs is amazing.--------J

03-07-2008, 08:51 AM	#144 (permalink)
Java Junky Resident Curmudgeon Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Joisey Posts: 5,482	Joyce, ya godda realize tha'cher dealin' with a CroMagnon here. All'a these videoz're totally amazin'. I'm told that I impress easily. I'm also told that I smell like my dogs, but that'z fer another time. Java __________________ In life-long pursuit of that most mythic of beasts: the ever-elusive perfect corner. Well . . . that, r' at least a whole lodda clear spin-out room.

03-07-2008, 08:58 AM	#145 (permalink)
jagg Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: The Endless Mountains Posts: 2,449	We'll file that under "tip of the iceburg", aye java?

03-07-2008, 09:00 AM	#146 (permalink)
Java Junky Resident Curmudgeon Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Joisey Posts: 5,482	Aye me bucko! __________________ In life-long pursuit of that most mythic of beasts: the ever-elusive perfect corner. Well . . . that, r' at least a whole lodda clear spin-out room.