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Should i replace Philips CFL with Philips LED bulb?

I rent an apartment using 24W Philips CFL bulb. For the same lumen, I want to replace it with LED bulb, how many watt should I choose for the LED bulb?

This is not really as straight forward a questions as you think. A lot of it depends not only on lumens per watt, but on the lighting application. A 24W CFL emits approximately the same amount of total lumens as a 100W incandesent bulb, and they are both for the most part non-directional (the light is emitted in almost all directions). An 8W LED bulb emits about the same total lumens as a 45W incandesent, but it is more directional, so it acts more like a 60W incandesent. All that being said, in most home lighting application a 10W LED should provide close to the same total lighting as your 24W CFL, and will last about 4 times longer (about 22 years for an LED and about 5 years for a CFL, based on 6 hour burn time per day.)

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I want DCC for my G-Scale garden layout, what should I do?

DC is all well and good, but from what I've read, the wiring for running multiple trains looks like a headache. I'm familiar with the practice of using DCC for HO layouts, but I can't find much on DCC for garden railroading.

My questions are:

1. I've never used DCC before... Are there any books on the subject that'd teach me how to wire/set up DCC, in relatively simple methods/terms?

2.Are there any DCC systems suitable for G scale that are easy to use/set up, and where can I find them?

3.I'm wanting to convert a Keystone 2-6-2 over to DCC, are there any books/videos that'll show me how?

Contact either the manufacturer or, see these links:

http://www.trainweb.org/nrmrc/dcc/definitions.html

http://www.digitrax.com/decinstall.php

http://www.ndrr.com/rmr_faq/Layout/Digital-Command-Control.htm

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Fat Burning Exercise Tips for a Flat Tummy

There is some debate among weight loss pros about the best way to burn body fat and get a flat tummy. Some say just do cardio. Get on the treadmill and do 45 minutes to an hour of running or the Stairmaster and you will get a flat stomach in no time. Some hardcore experts argue that the best way to lose the belly fat is to get into an intense weight-training program. They will go “Diet is the key. Just pump the iron and get on a strict diet!”

Well, I think that this debate is still going on in some of the forums. I am not surprised because people want a quick and specific solution to their problem. A lot of people are fed up about their tummy and flabby arms that they want to lose weight now! Not only that, a lot of us do not have time. In many cases, when we step into a gym, we are faced with 2 options, cardio or weight training. Let me solve this dilemma for you.

I have preached this over and over again in my Fast Fat Loss E-Mag, that in order to lose stubborn fat effectively, you need to do both. You have no choice. You will not enjoy optimal weight loss and maintain muscle mass if you do cardio alone. In fact, you will lose muscle mass, your metabolism get crashed down and you will hit a weight loss plateau. Weight loss plateau is what all of us dread of. And because you are only doing cardio, you avoid training your postural muscles and this will lead to very bad posture and then injuries.

Now, lets discuss if you do only weight training. Yes, weight training burns calories and yes weight training increases your metabolism. Unfortunately, the calories you want to burn are the fat that are stored in the fat cells. You need cardio training at the right intensity levels to get that fat in the fat cells being used as energy.

Here is what I suggest. In order to get optimum results, you need train 3 to 5 times a week. If you can train 5 times a week, then do intense weight training on 2 days and the remaining, do 30 to 45 minutes of intense cardio. On the weight training days, try to do 20 minutes of cardio after the weight training session. If you can manage only 3 days of exercise, I suggest you hit the weights hard for 45 minutes and then do cardio afterwards for 30 minutes on each session.

Try this method. It has brought fantastic results for my clients especially the first method. To get more detail of this plan, download my free Tony Leong Weight Loss System.

About the Author

Tony Leong is giving away his Tony Leong Weight Loss System when you join his info packed Fast Fat Loss E-Mag for a limited time only. Download it at www.TonyLeongWeightLoss.Com while it is still free.

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Chevrolet Body Kits—choosing the Perfect Body Kit

Chevrolet is no doubt part of an American heritage that witnessed the evolution of the automotive industry. Chevrolet has long been the most famous and largest vehicle in America and for those who drive them, there is no doubt of the statement they make just by parking a Chevy sports car or just by displaying a huge GMC truck.

A trait that goes along with their popularity is the fact that Chevrolet is the only automotive company in America that manufactures and produces vehicles that can easily be customized. Actually, no car manufacturer out there can match Chevrolet’s wide array of aftermarket parts available for their vehicles. Chevrolet prides itself with a variety of accessories and parts available for its vehicles.

If you are planning to customize or personalize your Chevrolet by using Chevrolet body kits, then keep in mind these very important reminders since customizing your Chevy can get quite complicated.

Before you go ahead and buy your Chevrolet body kits, make sure that you at least have a background about what body kits are all about. Knowing a little or at least something about body kits can help you make a better choice in picking the right kit for your car. Choosing the right kit for your car is essential because the correct kit stays with your car until it becomes unusable.

Nobody said it was that easy to choose the right Chevrolet body kits for your precious vehicle. To help you in picking the right Chevrolet body kits, I have prepared these six steps that you can follow to ensure that you are getting the value of your money in buying Chevrolet body kits.

Model and Make Year. Make sure that you order a body kit that is specifically made for your vehicle. Though this may seem really easy, many people always end up ordering a wrong body kit thinking that they customize it to fit. No matter how beautiful the design or style is, if it does not fit your car, then it will be useless. You have to be certain that the body kit you will order is specifically intended to fit the model of your vehicle.

Fiberglass or Urethane. Body kits are made of two basic materials: Fiberglass and Urethane. On one hand, Urethane is more dent resistant but if it gets severely damaged, it cannot be repaired. Fiberglass, on the other hand, breaks easier but can be repaired. Most people go for a fiberglass body kits, but Urethane can also be a good choice if there is a tendency for you to get too close when you drive.

Style or Look. Another thing you have to consider greatly is, of course, the look that you want to achieve. Creativity is limitless with the right body kits. Personalized your vehicle the way you want it to be. Just make sure that the body kits will really fit your car.

Finished Look of a Kit. The best way to look for the best Chevrolet Body Kits for your vehicle is by browsing pictures of it already installed in the car. You can check out i love body kits to see how cool the finished look will be.

Body Kits Painting. Think of how you will paint your Chevrolet body kits. Can you paint it all by yourself or are you going to let a body shop paint it for you? Are you going to let the kit be installed first and then painted or will it be painted first then installed? Usually, fiberglass kits are easier to paint. If you plan to install and do the painting job all by yourself, then fiberglass Chevrolet body kits will be easier to work with.

Installation Considerations. Lastly, you have to take note of installation considerations before ordering a kit. Make sure that the kit comes with a hardware to install it. If it doesn’t, then you have to order it together with the kit. You may also have to consider all the extra parts you are going to need. For instance, some body kits require dual exhaust. If your vehicle has only a single exhaust, you may need extra parts so the body kits can work.

Following these guidelines or steps will ensure that you are making an informed decision and give you the best value for your money in choosing the best Chevrolet body kits that will hopefully last for years to come.

 

About the Author

Andrew Barker is a writer and car enthusiast who values creativity and imagination over the standardized. Andrew Barker is also the well known owner of i love body kits.

You can find the latest in Chevrolet body kits at I love body kits.

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Herb Garden Kits Make Gardening Easy

 
Looking for a perfect gift? Wrap up one that continues to keep on giving throughout the year. Whether for a child or an adult, herb garden kits are sure to delight. Excellent for birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, and any other memorable event, the recipient will have a reminder of their special day.

Never out of season, they can be used indoors all year round. They provide a learning experience as well as being highly functional. Even a young child gets pleasure from watching the seeds sprout into something that can be used for eating or decorating.  

There is one big problem with buying an herb garden as a gift. After the purchaser takes it home, they are too tempted to keep it, and will have to buy another one to give away. Herb garden kits are just too irresistible.

They are easy to set up, and a beauty to enjoy. Some kits are so advanced that they practically take care of the plants without needing any human intervention. Even a young child can easily follow the directions. Take the device out of the box, insert the pre-seeded pods into the specially designed area, add water, and plug it in. How much simpler could it be?

Since the mechanics part of the herb garden operation is handled by modern technology, there are only two things that need to be decided; what to grow and where to grow it. A favorite among herb enthusiasts are the herb garden kits that contain culinary seedlings. Basil, mint, and sage are among the most popular kits.

There is nothing fresher and better tasting than picking herbs right off the plants to be used immediately in recipes. Another highly desired combination kit is one containing plants used in specialty teas. Adding three teaspoons of Chamomile or Rose Hips leaves to boiling water creates an excellent cup of relaxing tea.

Although setting up the kits are error free, there are a few pointers to remember as the plants grow. The lighting may need to be adjusted so the tops of the plants don't touch the bulbs. As a plant becomes lush, it may need additional support.

The same manufacturers that make the herb garden kits also design trellis systems. Because some plants may need to be pruned, a small set of shears should be purchased. They will also be handy for clipping herbs in the kitchen for those special recipes. Because the modern kits have taken the work out of indoor gardening, a good herbal cookbook is the only other suggested item.

About the Author

Pat McTigue is an herb garden enthusiast. For great information on
herb garden kits, visit http://topherbgardensecrets.com/.

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The Revolution LE - A Diesel Motor Home

Heard about the Revolution LE? Familiar with Fleetwood motor homes? Well, to tell you honestly, the Revolution LE is Fleetwoods flagship in the diesel motor home line. It is the top-notched product that brought Fleetwood to fame. Now, if you want to know more about this diesel motor home, then theres no reason for you not to read on.

The Revolution LE, according to some claims, is truly an engineering marvel. It doesnt only boast a powerful diesel engine and a patent-pending Liberty chassis, but possesses a number of features no one can compare. Included in the list of its remarkable features are the following:

* Fleetwoods SpacePlus Environment: This feature is what makes the Revolution LE a truly remarkable diesel motor home in the first place. Well, as what most reviews have noted, the Revolution LE diesel motor home is highlighted by 84 inches floor-to-ceiling interior height, with two spacious slide out rooms in the front living area. Also, it has two slide outs that can be moved for extra space and these slide outs are located in the models roomy master bedroom suite. In addition, what makes the Revolution LE truly remarkable when it comes to its environment is that it provides dual pass-through basement storage with side hanging compartment bay doors that offers a maximum accessibility especially when the slide outs are moved at a push of a button. And, aside from the basement storage, the Revolution LE diesel motor home has an abundant interior storage that was integrated into a roomy linen compartment.

* Deluxe Furnishings: This remarkable feature is actually stressed from the beautifully appointed galley of this diesel motor home to the expansive master suite, and even to the private bathroom. Reviews have noted this feature as for them every detail of the Revolution LE diesel motor home reflects the models high end style and fine craftsmanship.

* Exterior Entertainment Center: If you are a music lover or a movie addict and want to give your favorite music and shows some fresh air, then this motor home could no doubt be a good option for you to choose. Yes, an exterior entertainment center is available in this model. So when certain, boring times call for a bit of life, then entertain yourself and your guests in the great outdoors with the full-featured entertainment system of the Revolution LE diesel motor home.

* Tilting Instrument Panel: The Revolution LE also highlights an instrument panel that is integrated with the steering column, giving you the chance to tilt and telescope both the panel and the steering panel into their ideal position while driving. With this feature, its no wonder that you will enjoy a better driving while exploring the majestic scenery beyond the walls of your motor home.

There is a lot to be said about the Revolution LE motor home, but perhaps what makes it worth noting is not only the appearance it presents, but more for the performance it shows. The Revolution LE, which is set to continually hit the road on 2007, is said to be capable of giving you a performance that is truly unimaginable. So watch out for the introduction of the newest models in the Revolution LE line few months from now.

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Automation of Your Garage Doors

There are hundreds of garage door openers to choose from but before you can do that there are two key considerations concerning your garage door itself.

Before deciding on an electric garage door opener check that an able bodied person can effortlessly open the garage door manually as a motor will not do what they can’t.  If the door works smoothly and effortlessly, then adding an electric operator should be straight forward.

You will also need to check that your door balances at around chest height to ensure you have the correct spring tension for the operator to lift the door.  If the springs are broken or the door is not balanced properly the electric operator will not work effectively.  You may need to service the door by lubricating the moving parts or replace the door springs and other moving parts.

The other consideration is to know what type of garage door you have.  This is because it is essential for you to choose the correct device to suit your door mechanism to ensure the safe and smooth operation of your garage door.

There are four main types of garage door mechanism: retractable door, canopy door, side hinged door, and sectional door.

Up & Over - Retractable Garage Doors (Tracked)

These are identified by a single door panel with springs either side and horizontal ceiling tracks which support the door in the open position.  When the garage door is fully open, the bottom edge of the door is flush with the garage door frame

If you have a retractable up and over garage door then you are in luck, as these are ideal for automation and you can safely use any type of operator.  Your main considerations must be the noise (AC or DC motor) and the material, width and weight of the door to ensure you choose an operator powerful enough to lift the door.

Up & Over - Canopy Doors (Trackless)

This door type is not recommended for safe automation although there are options available, I would never recommend or safety and reliability.  If you don’t want to replace the entire door and mechanism you can purchase a retractable door mechanism and replace the canopy door gear.

An up & over canopy door is identified by the large spring which runs over the head of the door and when the door is open the garage door panel protrudes by approximately 600mm from the opening.

Side Hinged Doors

These garage doors can be automated using a conversion kit with most operators.  You will need to check the operator can be use for side hinged doors so that the auto-reverse safety feature functions normally.

Sectional doors

Sectional Garage Doors are identified by hinged panels that allow the door to rise vertically without swinging out as the door opens.

They are perfect garage doors for automation as no additional parts are required and you can use any type of AC or DC operator.  To ensure the operator will fit it’s a good idea to check the clearance above the door during its opening cycle then check the minimum clearance requirement for the operator as they vary.

Again your choose an operator powerful enough to lift the door.

About the Author

A garage door can make up to 25% of the frontage of your house, so making sure you have a garage door to complement your home is important in maximizing its value and appeal. Do not forget to visit -http://www.garagedoorsuperstore.co.uk

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Wood Shed Building Kits - Save Money by Building Your Own

I replaced the old lawnmower this summer. To be honest i do not have a shed to stow it in, therefore believe it or not, i simply shove it under the tree at the end of the garden with a bucket over the motor during the winter months. Not recommended, nevertheless the wife won't allow me to put it inside the kitchen, so what on earth was I to do?

A friend recommended I give wood shed builing kits a go, as well as saving money by building it my self, it would be perfect to keep garden tools in like the mower under the tree. I guess my friend is right, that mower is a bit of an eye saw.

Our friend then informed me, that there are wood shed building kits which often come with every little thing you need to do the job yourself. You can also get hold of a kit that has the wood precut for you! All you really have to do is put the thing together.

My theory about self assembly projects is, though some may say easy, they are typically anything but.

Anyhow, I decided to give it a go and began searching for wood shed building kits. There had been a few at the nearby home and garden store, however I eventually bought one I stumbled across on line, ordered it and had it sent to my house.

These wood shed building kits have everything you could possibly need, so me and my friend constructed it in a couple of weekends. Interesting how i could not convince him to help me paint it though, so if you build a shed yourself you need to recognize that most of the kits come with the timber  unfinished, which means that you must paint it.

I must be honest, i personally hate painting and so i paid a guy to do it for me. As it turned out, I ended up saving hundreds of dollars above a pre-built garden shed. The shed as a whole gave me a wonderful sense of achievement and is a beautiful addition to our garden.

Dear friend, Were you born with ten thumbs? Postponed a project because you ran out of ideas? Wood Shed Building Kits means, no experience is necessary. Whether you are looking for detailed do it yourself shed plans or anything made from wood, a good set of DIY plans will make the job run smoothly and within budget. To get the best quality plans available please visit http://plansforwoodworkingprojects.com/

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I have experience in a wide range of subjects, ranging from men's health issues to relationship advice and even subjects as diverse as Solar Energy, Frank Sinatra and Google Adsense.  
I am constantly trying to update my knowledge on many subjects while at the same time writing informative articles.

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Schuco Tin Toys

The internationally well known and loved German Company, Schuco, can be traced as far back as 1887, infact right back to the birth of one, Heinrich Muller.  As a teenager, Muller began making his own toys and pretty soon started working for another famous German toy company, Bing.  However, in 1912, Muller left the Bing Company and, together with Heinrich Schreyer (a local merchant), formed their own company, Schreyer & Co.  In 1921, this company became known as the now famous Schuco Company.

Schuco began by making small felt and plush figures and animals, but like all other German toy companies, like Steiff for example, the outbreak of the Fist World War halted their business.

However, once back in business, Schuco introduced it's Schuco-Patent-Motor-Car.  The great success of this product quickly gave way to Schuco producing a wonderful range of tinplate vehicles.  The Patent Car is powered by clockwork, but what really makes this tinplate car so very desirable is the fact that it "turns back from the edge", or,  in other words, the car will never fall from a table or play surface as, when it reaches the edge, it simply will not fall off - Amazing Isn't It !!  This incredible model, which we must not forget was made in the mid 1930's.  This idea was, as you can imagine greatly copied by many other toy companies, despite the fact that this model was 'patented'.

Once again, the outbreak of the Second World War stopped toy production at Schuco.  As early as 1946, the Schuco toy company had started to become a legend in the toy world and was talked about all over Europe and on both sides of the Atlantic.  Just like so many other German toy companies, such as Steiff, the toys produced in Germany had a quality which really were second to none and it was this great quality that was greatly impressing the American market.  Muller was personally responsible for all Schuco designs and he was also responsible for quality.  It is rumoured that Muller would throw each new model on the floor, to test it's resilience when the model was put into the hands of a child.

Tin Toys boomed in the late 1940's - 1950's, but then sadly, sales started to decline in the mid 1960's.  Tin toys started to be deemed as 'unsafe' for children, due to their sharp edges, but also a further contributory factor to the tin toy decline was the introduction of plastics to the toy world, which were both safer and more affordable.  Sadly then, Schuco went out of business in 1976.

In 1980, Gama (Georg Adam Mangold) who ironically was once a rival to the Shuco company, obtained the Schuco brand name and began creating reproductions of the old Schuco models.  In 1999, Schuco was sold to the Simba-Dickie Group (one of the largest toy companies in Europe).  Today Schuco's main aim is to re-establish the same quality as Schuco's past models.  They also tend to make reproductions of the tin toys that Schuco made iconic in the past.

Many grown-up's collect the old Schuco tin toys today, as they are small and extremely worthy works of art.  They certainly look amazing either shown as a collection, or as a single display item.  A Schuco tin toy model will almost certainly provoke a reaction from your friends, regardless of their age.

The condition of a Schuco tin model is, like so many other collectables, very important in terms of it's financial value, unused and also boxed items of course, being the ultimate.  However, sometimes a small amount of playwear, the odd dent or chip, adds a great amount of age history and character to a model.  Just like the old teddy bear that is age-worn, you wonder about the toy's history and this can sometimes add to the toy's desirability, depending of course on the collector.

There is always the option of having the model 'restored'.  Restoration such as having a repaint to body work will, almost always de-value an old model but then, on the plus-side some things are acceptable such as replacing a broken windscreen or repairing a clockwork spring, which leads us on to the Schuco Keys.  Owning an original Schuco tin toy, together with it's original key is always very desirable and, once again, adds to the model's value.  It really is down to the collector alone to decide whether or not he wants to collect just 'mint' models or whether he wants to collect 'used', perhaps like so many collectors he would prefer to seek a compromise.

Many toy companies around the world has indeed made really good tin toys and today's standards are very high, but setting aside modern replica tin toys, we find it highly unlikely that today's toys would even come close to the old Schuco models.

How many old and battered tinplate cars, for example, would still run?  After sixty years an old Schuco model will still run, infact it is very hard to find an old Schuco model that will not run.  Simply Amazing !!

Schuco tin toys is worthy of collectors.  They always have been and certainly always will be.

About the Author

Gino loves fast cars, especially fast italian cars.  Gino also loves anything Italian. Gino heads a specialist teddy bear site but now has a section called Gino Racing where you can find motoring memorabilia, limited edition Ferrari models and some collectible tin cars and toys.

Please visit his website at www.ginosbears.co.uk

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The history of the Liverpool football kit

After the club came into existence in 1892 wearing a blue and white halved shirt. The kit was made to make some distinction between themselves and Everton who were playing in various strips including Salmon Pink or Ruby Red.  Just inside the 1900s the two clubs switched to their more commonly known kits.  Everton returned to their original colours of blue and white whilst Liverpool switched to a red kit.

In the early 1900s the reds turned out in all red shirts with long white shorts and red socks.  There were a couple of variations in the early years towards more white featuring in the top but this never lasted for any length of time.

After the first World War the reds were seen in red tops with white shorts and black socks.  Though just before the war they changed their kit whereby a Red Stripe was put on the shorts and the socks were rimmed in red and white.  Just before Bill Shankly’s days at Anfield the socks were more white but the top remained red and the stripe on the shorts remained.

It was during Bill Shankly’s days though that the kit of today was born.  He decided that the players would look even bigger and more importantly more intimidating to the opposition if the players changed their shorts to all red ones.  At this point he threw a pair of all red shorts at the Collosus - Ron Yeats and told him to put them on.  As soon as he put them on he said straight away how he looked eight feet tall and players would be scared of him.  At this point Ian St John suggested that he go all the way and give him red socks as well.  The comment was met with open arms by the great man and the all red kit was born.

In 1965 the reds played the FA Cup Final in their all red kit and for the first time in their history picked up the FA Cup.  They then embarked on their show of steel for years to come and became hugely successful with it.  In the 1970s Umbro designed an excellent kit off all red with a little white v-neck collar and small white cuffs.  A golden liver bird with the initials LFC were placed over the heart.  It's this strip that the reds won their first European cup in Rome 1977.  The away kits of the time where the reverse scenario of white shirts and red v-neck collar.  For the occasions of playing teams like Sunderland the team would play in all yellow.

It was this home shirt which saw the very first sponsorship deal placed on it when Hitachi started sponsoring the team in 1977.  The kit didn't really start changing until the early 80's though when the first of the now regular changes happened.  A white pinstripe was introduced by Umbro ready for the last of the European cup wins in Rome 1984.  By this time the sponsorship had changed over to Crown Paints and had become more commonplace from the original days of only been worn if the teams were not being featured on TV.  In the same period of time the away kit had become all yellow as occasionally worn earlier in the 1970s.  The alterations had to come against Watford when the team combined three kits together with a red top, black shorts and yellow socks.

At the start of the 1985-86 season the club changed their kit manufacturer to Adidas whilst retaining the Crown Paints sponsorship.  The kit was changed back to more red in the kit at this point and remained for a couple of years.  In 1985-86 the reds wore all white when traveling away from home.  By 1988 the kit was altered to a round necked collar.  The away kit for this season became all silver with red trim and despite the recent whinges from Man United the team found each other very easily.  This kit was changed a year later with the change of sponsor from Crown Paints to Candy.  The sponsorship of Candy didn't last too many years and was altered to Carlsberg.  However before the kit changed sponsor Adidas made what is often known as the bird droppings kit when they introduces flashes of white all over the top.  They introduced a variation of the silver kit as well when they introduced one which was silver and white mini diamonds.   Around the time of the clubs centenary Adidas made the kit all red again but introduced three flashes across the right shoulder.  This remained past the centenary year and into the Carlsberg sponsorship.  The year before the centenary the away kit also became green for the first time and in a similar way to the home kit it was all green with three white adidas flashes on the shoulder and shorts.

After the centenary year of 1992 the kit was changed again whereby the three stripes on one shoulder were moved to three stripes on either side of the shirt going diagonally upwards from the hips.  The away kit of this time was white body with green sleeves and black flashes from each hip with black shorts.  The final kit of the Adidas deal came when they tried to move back to kits of the past with a deep red kit and thick white collar with plan red shorts and socks.  The away kit of the time was to become green and white quarters with a granddad type collar and green shorts.  It was one of Adidas' better away kits of the time.  During this time the reds also had a third kit for odd games off gold with black badges through it all and looked awful.

Reebok then took over the kit manufacturing for the club until they merged with Adidas and the club returned to wearing Adidas kits.   They started with an all red top and a white fold over collar before reverting to an older tradition top of all read with a rounded white collar like the 60s although much lighter in colour.  Reebok also introduced a whole number of away kits since they took over and sadly introduced more and more blue into the away kits.  The first away kit was Ecru in colour with black shorts but only lasted a year as first away kit when it was replaced with an all yellow kit and a tiny bit of blue.  It was then replaced one year later with a white top and a red stripe down the sleeve but sadly navy shorts.  This was in turn replaced a year on with a green kit and blue shorts.  The top had a diagonal blue and white stripe.  

Reebok continued to change the away kit year on year but then used the previous season's away kit as a third shirt for a year.  This brought the idea that a kit would last two seasons.

In the summer of 2006 the Reds reverted back to Adidas for kit manufacture and by this time they were in full swing for three kits. The third kit was now classed as a European kit which changed once a year and the away shirt followed suit too.

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Megatech Avion Airplane

I just bought this plane on sale from kjreviews. It is a joy to fly and is extremeley manuverable. Other than this plane i have only flown an air hogs havoc and a havoc cyclone. The controls on this plain are simple, intuitive and produce clean reactions from the plain. if you have never flown a radio controlled vehicle, this will take some getting used to. The plane looks rather flimsy, but it has survived many crashes by me. hopefully it won't break in the future. The only downside to this plane is the lack of elavator controls, but that isn't a surpise for a product in this price range. A great plane for fliers of all ages and skill levels.  I also ran two toothpicks through the two front wings and glued them in place to stabilize the wings. THIS WAS SUPER FUN!!!!!!! Since then i have crash a million times, and whenever a piece looks like its going to give, i work around it. After all these stupid modifications, the plane works flawlessly and has provided endless hours of indoor fun.  The battery life is excellent. 10 minutes of flight time consistently. You do have to be extremely careful flying it and land it carefully in a soft spot. It does not take off on its own and must be gently hand launched. If you are good enough, when the battery does start to go you can fly it back to yourself slowly and catch it avoiding crash landing it.

Featuring an ultra-advanced design, Megatech's AVION plane is the most impressive, easiest-to-fly Model Airplane to ever hit your living room. Boasting a tight three-foot turning radius, this indoor aerobot is a high-performance plane that is precision-controlled and maneuverable in even the tightest of spaces. Ready to fly right out of the box. Requires 4 "AA" batteries, not included. Measures 3" x 8" x 8.5".

http://www.kjreviews.com/toys/megatech-avion-airplane-review/

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Kevin Jordan

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which gas tank repair kit brand is the best ?

I have found 3 brands of gas tank repair kits Por-15, Kreem, and KBS all claim to do the same, and have a very similar process. but Kreem is the cheapest of the 3 has anyone here tried all 3 brands ? and if so which was best bang for the buck?

Had Kreem peel away on me. KBS Coatings tank sealer actually seeps deep into the open pores of the tank and becomes part of the substrate for a permanent seal. Have 3 size kits to choose....saves money depending on your gallon size tank. Just follow the 3 steps for great results.

http://www.kbs-coatings.com/KBS-Gas-Tank-Sealer-C38.aspx

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There is Nothing More Relaxing Than to Fly a Remote Control Gas Airplane

For many different people relaxing can mean lots of different activities. For a certain number of people there is nothing more relaxing than to fly a remote control gas airplane. These many different airplanes use a special mixture of kerosene and ether. This fuel mix is injected into the engine to power the Model Airplane. The planes themselves are based on designs of vintage airplanes.

While it is fun to fly these remote control gas airplanes, for many people there is more to be found in the art of model airplanes. For these individuals one way that great satisfaction can be obtained is by building their own design based gas airplane. There are many diagrams and plans of these model airplanes that can be found and used.

Now even though it is fun to make your own remote control gas airplane, finding the various parts can be somewhat of a hassle. You will have to find parts that will work in harmony and compatibility with each other. The tools and other accessories that are needed must also be found.

For the person who is looking into buying a remote control gas airplane it is best to know that you have a wide choice of model airplanes. These will include park flyers and trainers which are excellent for the beginner to the world of Radio Control planes. The advanced “pilot” you will find sailplanes and electric planes too.

Once you reach the level of being an expert or a master pilot you will discover a whole new arena of remote control gas airplanes. These airplanes will include helicopters, pylon racers, jets, 3D planes too. Additionally at the high end competition planes, there are fantastic ones that you can see about buying if you are an ace pilot.

The various remote control gas airplanes will allow you to see the different types of power that are used for these airplanes. You have gas mixture model airplanes, jet airplanes, and others.

The principle behind a remote control gas airplane is very simple. You stay on the ground and your remote sends radio signals to the model airplane. You will discover there are different types of remote control gas airplanes. These will be ones that are futuristic in design, whimsical in nature and also vintage model airplanes.

The many remote control gas airplanes that you can buy will power your dreams of flying high in the sky. So the next time that you see a remote control gas airplane see if it will live up to your expectations and take it for a test flight. Once the genie has been let out of the bottle there is no turning back.

About the Author

Muna wa Wanjiru is a Web Administrator and Has Been Researching and Reporting on Model Airplane for Years. For More Information on Remote Control Gas Airplane, Visit His Site at Remote Control Gas Airplane

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Interactive Toys For Kids Are Extremely Interesting

There is an ever-increasing demand for creative and educational toys from, both, children and parents alike. The toys are no more considered as time-pass objects and now are looked up to as an interesting and creative teaching-learning medium. Almost everyday there is a new toy in the market that offers competition to the existing toys. For the sake of competition and also because of the demands made by the consumers, toys have acquired new characteristics. Electronic toys have become more popular than other types of toys as they are far more interactive than any other type of toy.

Interactive toys like computer games, cell phones, walky-talky, robots, musical instruments etc. have found a wide market among the toy users. There was a general perception about interactive toys for children that most of the toys are boy-friendly rather than generic, like robots, electronic gadgets, computer games etc. But with the advent of new technology and bursting creativity now, the sky is the limit for the variety that toy manufacturers have to offer.

Now you also have interactive toys that are created specially for girls or probably are likely to become more popular with girls, for example an interactive digital make up kit. Now, that truly sounds like technology and creativity coming together to offer you unlimited fun. It has an interactive keypad that works almost like a touch screen and can be plugged into the TV. You can upload your photo on it and try various hairstyles and make up tricks and also save them into a photo-booth for future reference or simply to show off to your friends.

Thanks to Hollywood blockbusters, cartoon characters have become new heroes of our children. Interactive toys based on these characters like Spiderman and Superman etc. have also become very popular among young children. One such example is an interactive Sandman, which is a character taken from Spiderman series. It works on batteries and has multiple articulation points. The button press creates Sandman voice and other cool effects.

For younger lots too, there is no dearth of interactive toys. The interactive screen that teaches alphabets, numbers and colors and other basic concepts is one of the traditional interactive toys available in the market. There are now far more sophisticated and revised versions of the same toy. In fact, now you can find a robot for all ages that will not only offer amusement but will also help your child learn new concepts in a creative way. Robo-Panda is one such example; it's an interactive toy that doesn't require a Remote Control.

One can say it's a miniature version of a highly advanced robot that works based on theory of Artificial Intelligence and awareness. It has a touch sensor and responds to the sounds around it. It can be operated in different modes where it will talk to you, respond to your questions, sing for you, make you laugh with its jokes and also explain, in its own words, as to how to use and play with it. So if you like interactive toys, or want to gift one, then you have a whole range of toys to choose from.

About the Author

Victor Epand is an expert consultant about kids toys, stuffed animals, and dolls. You will find the best marketplace for kids toys, stuffed animals, and dolls at these sites for interactive toys, stuffed animals, and dolls.

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The Xbox 3 Red Lights: The Bane of the 360

The Xbox 360 has held its title as the best selling console ever since it was first released. But ever since its first release, its major drawback has been the xbox 3 red light. The fact that the Xbox 360 is relatively cheaper than most of its competitors and that it has one of the largest line-up of games, inclusive of console-sellers such as “Halo 3”, makes customers tend to overlook the xbox 3 red light when deciding to purchase it until, most probably, they too fall victim to the dreaded xbox 3 red light leaving them in a state of despair.

But to some relief, the xbox 3 red light isn’t as irreversible as it used to be when it was first released. Known fixes have been discovered, some of which result in a more permanent fix and some which are just short term fixes. The infamous “Towel Trick” which involves wrapping your Xbox with towels and then cooking it for about 15 minutes or so, produces a short term fix for your Xbox 360, but damaging the console even further in the process. Other, more reliable fixes include the “Penny fix”, the more popular x-clamp modification and also the hot gun method which involves the use of a soldering gun to solder back any loose joints. The x-clamp modification and penny fix are long term solutions to the xbox 3 red light and are relatively easy to carry out. The hot gun method, on the other hand, requires skill to wield and if the fix is attempted by an amateur, the consequences are likely to be severe.
About the Author

Allan Paige is an Xbox 360 fanatic who shares his Xbox 360 story at

http://ringofdeathfix.blogspot.com/ on how he fixed his
xbox ring of death sharing his entire experience with his Xbox 360.