![]() ![]() I'm not sure if the 1.5" will make a difference or if there is really a difference in the engines of the vehicles listed. So is there really a difference? I can't find anywhere that lists the 4060740 for a Vibe, only the 4060725 which I bought and plan to install within the next week. I looked up a few different part sites as well as went to AutoZone (they even put in the correct engine codes for the Vibe Base (there were two listed)) and everything is coming out to a Gatorback #4060725 which is 72.5" length.The Matrix XR w/ air (the Vibe base equivalent, there wasn't an option not to have air I believe) and I'm seeing what Whelan posted as a #4060740 which is a 74" length belt. Quote, originally posted by NSimkins »OK, I'm somewhat confused here. Worst thing would be to take off the old belt and compare it with the new one and see if they match up.Any advice or clarification would be appreciated. She spends $30 on drinks, I buy a belt for my car, (removed)!OK, I'm somewhat confused here. Will give me something to do while the gf is at happy hour with her work friends. Picking it up for lunch and throwing it on tonight. But I have an XR AWD so it was standard.Part # 4060740 Goodyear Gatorback Poly V. Quote, originally posted by Whelan »Ok Found a local parts place near my office that has it in stock.Yes we have two different kinds cause A/C was an option on the base Trix. so I'd say just make sure it is not limited in movement to it's normal position. If it didn't, then I'd be concerned about it's ability to maintain tension, maybe it was sticking or gunked up, and maybe moving back and forth might clear it for now, but how long till it got stuck again. Mine had plenty of tension, and with the belt not there, it swung past it's normal position. I did't know there was a noise issue with the belt, and I forgot that AC was optional on some Matrixes.I don't know aout repressurizing the tensioner, I assumed it was a spring device. I bought a replacement belt from AdvanceAuto, Autozone, I forget which or who made it. wrench or ratchet depends on what you have, I have a ratchet that is longer than any of my wrenches, so I used that.I was not fearful of breaking the bolt. The real difficulty is that there's not much clearance between the pulleys and the side of the engine bay, difficult to get hands where they need to go. Thanks for alerting us to this potential issue and the alternative part number.I hadn't heard the C clamp option before. That sure would create some frustration to get the part and run into the same problem that your son did. Good luck.ĭo you think there is or was suppose to be a washer installed b/t the center bearing and the tensioner body? I looked and see that most of the aftermarket pulley width are showing the 12mm. center bearing! YMMV, but at least now you know what to do if the 419615 binds-up upon tightening. bearing at the center! He came up with and installed a Duralast 231133, which has a 14mm. My Son had to find a pulley with identical outer measurements, but with a 14mm. Pulley can be changed without removing the Tensioner!īut from my Son's experience You will find that the Pulley listed for this application Will Not Work! The actual bearing at the center of the pulley is too narrow at 12mm., causing the outer rim of the plastic pulley to interfere with the arm of the tensioner. Plastic cap pops off, revealing a Torx Bolt T-45 or so. Chiadog wrote:My Son just did this exact job on his 04 Base.
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![]() Unzueta’s work is clean yet powerful, as capable of giving us Iron Man soaring above New York City as it is conveying what Tony Stark is experiencing through well-wrought facial expressions. This issue is also just gorgeous, with linework from Angel Unzueta, who has quietly been doing breakout work in these pages, after assuming main artist duties from CAFU, who opened the run. This is a great canvas with which to wrap up an Iron Man run, putting the man over the iron, and letting the narrative explore the full consequence of Stark’s epic journey and the things that he has learned about himself. With the sci-fi adventuring and brushes with godhood now in the rearview, an understated Tony seeks to clear his head so he can enjoy the event in his honor, only to find a man who has passed out in the subway, ultimately trying to save one life belonging to the most vulnerable among us. Circular narrative structure in the long-term is always something I appreciate, but what I really enjoyed most about this issue was the small scale of the problem Tony ends up facing. ![]() Writer Christopher Cantwell’s script opens with a social media feed discussing Iron Man, a nod back to the first issue as well as to Tony’s ongoing concern about whether he’s a good person, played out in the kangaroo court of online public opinion. In this week’s Iron Man #25, we find a suitably pensive Tony Stark reflecting on all he’s been through of late as he prepares for New York City to celebrate Iron Man Day in his honor. The high action for this run really wrapped up before this week’s finale, doing so excellently in Iron Man #24. What we get this week, though, is my favorite sort of ending to a long, well-done superhero run - an understated and borderline celebratory coda, although in keeping with this run, the celebration is complicated. The result was a book that was to Iron Man as the recent much-loved Immortal Hulk was to Bruce Banner, a welcome and complex redefinition that didn’t throw the baby out with the bathwater, so to speak. With this familiarity as a base, the story across 25 issues pushed toward big, new ideas, bigger than we’ve seen Iron Man tackle in sometime, all while incorporating other Marvel Comics deep cuts for some nice levity. To me, this run was built on a foundation of familiar Tony Stark concerns, drawn (refreshingly!) from the character’s long comics history rather than from the Robert Downey, Jr., big screen portrayal, which has dominated the characterization of recent Iron Man books. This run to me has had a perfect blend of new ideas, while keeping the protagonist and his struggle recognizable. See, in addition to the big comics-y set pieces, this has also been a story from the beginning in which Iron Man has battled with his public perception, his own sense of self worth, his continued sobriety, and just overall how it feels to occupy his own head.Īnd these are all the reasons this run has been among my favorites, perhaps more than any other Iron Man comic in recent years. You might say it is a story in which Tony Stark has gone deep into space, been marooned on another planet, turned into a god, and pushed through it all as he’s worked toward personal growth. But now that the TV shows and the movies are more seamlessly connected, there's a list at the end if you want to see the order of every Marvel viewing property.If you’ve been following this run of Iron Man from its first issue as I have, you might characterize it as a large-scale story driven by small-yet-powerful character moments. This main list only includes theatrical films, not TV shows, because in the beginning television was its own little fiefdom events that happened in Jessica Jones or Inhumans didn't really have any ramifications on the MCU at large. Here's how to watch all the Marvel MCU movies in order, plus a preview of what's to come. As we move from one phase to the next, it might be a good time to refresh and remember everything that came before. You have to hand it to them: They've made it through 31 movies and countless TV episodes without any reboots, remakes or re-castings (with one notable exception).Īccording to the Marvel Studios executives at this year's San Diego Comic Con, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever will wrap up "phase four" of the franchise, and Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania will begin " phase five" (whatever that means). But whatever you do, you can't keep the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) down. You can put it through the wringers of the multiverse. ![]() You can snap half of it out of existence. You can send it extra-terrestrial threats. ![]() $139.95 USD.īlue Samurai Sword: The unique styling of these swords is recognized by the blood groove etched into the 440 stainless steel blades that have been sharpened and finished with a true-wave frosted edge. This sword is sharpened and comes in 3 length and 3 colors. Lightweight and strong, this blade is sure to impress. The scabbard has been modelled to perfectly fit over the blade. Or these classic retro AWMA catalogue covers.) The Goodsĭemo Sword: This sword is perfect for competitions and practice. ![]() (And if you’re still not convinced, take another look at these images from a recent AWMA photo shoot. All of which can make you feel strong, smart, capable, confident, and more grounded in your daily life.Īnd if that’s not enough, becoming part of a tradition that dates back to the samurai can also make a positive change in how you think of yourself. It also proves that your hard work can and does pay off. It proves that you are strong and capable. Self-Esteemĭeveloping a new skill does wonders for your self-perception. Which you will also be apply to apply to the rest of your life. And learning to keep your mind on your weapon and your movements - and how to connect that mental awareness to what’s going on in the rest of your body - is a great way to develop concentration and focus. Developing that body awareness and learning to handle your weapon safely and effectively requires a lot of concentration. The other half of the mind-body equation is also doing its part when you train with a katana or bokken. And the senses you sharpen through your katana training will have benefits that can apply to everything else you do in life, too. Keeping your training safe and effective requires you to be hyper-aware of what it looks, sounds, and feels like when you’re using your katana. If you’re off by even an inch or two, your minor mistake could lead to bad technique at best or injury at worst. When you hold and wield a katana, you have to know where you are in relation to your surroundings and where you are in relation to your sword. Or, to put it in simpler terms, katana training gets your lungs going and your heart pumping. Over time, this work will contribute to better cardio conditioning. This will put your cardiovascular system to work. The more you use the katana, the more oxygen you’ll need to to fuel your training. But here’s how working with a martial arts weapon like a katana can boost your cardio even more: All of the muscles involved in moving your katana and the muscles involved in stabilizing the rest of your body while you move it require oxygen to function to the best of their abilities. Even gentle Tai Chi has proven aerobic benefits. CardioĪgain, all martial arts training is good for developing your cardiovascular system’s capacity and endurance. And learning to stabilize your body to make your katana training more fluid, more precise, and safer is an excellent core workout. Learning to hold and wield a katana or bokken will strengthen and tone your muscles. When you start to work with martial arts weapons, you’re adding a little extra challenge to those workouts. If you’re working without a martial arts weapon - or any other equipment with a little bit of weight to it, like boxing gloves - you’re still getting an excellent bodyweight workout every time you train. Martial arts practices in general are an excellent source of full body strength training. Here’s a taste of the how katana training can change your body, your brain, and maybe even your life. What’s not great about it?īut even if we’re already on board with a martial arts technique, it can be beneficial to know why it’s so good. Most people probably don’t need a lot of convincing about the greatness of katana training. ![]() The same rules apply to selecting a menu as they do to choosing decor- follow the overall theme of the bridal shower and the preferences of your bride. If you find yourself short, we recommend asking around to the rest of the bridal party, as well as the mothers of the bride and groom, to save money on renting. Once you confirm your final guest count, be sure to double-check that there are enough tables and seats for the guests to relax, eat and play games. Depending on the theme, location, and personality of your bride, you can go as minimal or over the top as you’d like with the bridal shower decorations. ![]() While you’ve probably had a hand in helping your bride choose everything from the centerpieces to the cake topper, this is your opportunity to take the reins on all things decor. If there is a theme that guests need to prepare for (outfits, gifts, etc.), make you include that on the invitations as well. Be sure the invitations include the date, time, and location of the shower as well as any registry information for the couple. We recommend having these in the mail at least one month before the shower date to give any out-of-town guests time to make arrangements.įor your benefit, have the RSVP date two weeks from the bridal shower so you can plan and finalize details according to the guest list count. ![]() Now that you have the who, where, and when determined, the next step in the bridal shower planning process is to get the invitations printed, addressed, and on their way. Big Picture Basics (4-6 Weeks Before) Select, Order and Send Invitations Once you’ve got a basic understanding of your BFF’s wishes, you can start researching theme ideas. Though it’s fun to have a few surprises up your sleeve, you want to make sure that this bridal shower is a reflection of the bride and not yourself (or any other bridesmaids). Before you begin to tackle this task, it is imperative that you sit down with your bride to get a feel for what she’s expecting. This is often a tricky box to tick off the bridal shower planning checklist, especially for those who are first-timers, because the options are endless and daunting. Whether your bride falls on one side or the other, or somewhere in between, it’s your role as maid of honor to get her finalized guest list including full names and home addresses.Īnd rule number two- everyone who is invited to the bridal shower must be invited to the wedding as well. While some brides like a big party with lots of people and presents, other brides prefer a smaller affair attended by only their closest friends and family. It’s extremely important that the bride has the final say in who does and does not get an invitation to her bridal shower. Rule number one- DO NOT decide who to invite without the bride’s input. Or maybe the guest list will only consist of a few close family members and friends, in which case you could reserve a private space at one of the bride’s favorite restaurants. If that option is not available, use the time of year and guest list count to help narrow down your location choices.įor example, if the bridal shower will be held during the spring or summer months, consider having it outdoors in a local park. In many cases, the mother or the bride or groom will offer their house for use if it’s in the immediate area. To save yourself from spending any type of party booking or holding fees, we suggest asking around to close friends and family members with homes large enough to entertain guests. Once you’ve selected a date for the bridal shower, it’s time to decide where it will be held. On the contrary, don’t plan the bridal shower so far in advance that your bestie feels like her pre-wedding activities came and went too soon.Īs far as time goes, most bridal showers are 2-4 hours long and begin anywhere from 11-2 depending on the theme. To pick a date that works with both her schedule and the rest of the bridal party, we recommended suggesting the weekend approximately 8 weeks before the wedding and working your way down from there.īe sure to have a minimum of 2 weeks between the bridal shower and wedding, because that period is considered serious crunch time for the couple. ![]() Remember that your bride is up to her neck in wedding planning and vendor meetings, aka her calendar is always full. While this might seem like an easy task to complete, it takes a bit of strategic planning on your part. Pre-Bridal Shower Prep (3+ Months Out) Pick a Date and Time
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Sniper Fury is an Action game recently released on Android & IOS mobile platforms from developer Gameloft SE. ![]() ![]() ![]() I finally decided to see a doctor about my issues, and after hearing me rattle off all my symptoms he suggest I quit eating wheat for a test run of 30 days. I was malnourished and had all the sign of severely low testosterone. I reckon you should transition into this programme once you're happy with your overall size as you've probably already built up the habit, routine and discipline from Shortcut to Size which will definitely help keep up the momentum.Today marks 3 months of doing the Shortcut to Size program, so I thought I'd post a little review.īack in march of this year, roughly 5 months ago I was a a sickly skeleton of a 44 year old man. You'll have no rest periods between sets and perform a 1 minute HIIT (high intensity interval training) workout. another thing, cardio acceleration is a fundamental component of Shortcut to Shred. Essentially, this is the fat burning phase of the plan which will ensure you are getting the best of both worlds. The reverse periodization of the programme will involve increasing the reps but decreasing the weight - normally on isolation exercises. This will involve increasing the weights and decreasing the reps for the compound lifts. Linear periodization is basically the strength aspect of the programme which will maintain and build muscle size. It'll help drop the body fat you might have gained being on Shortcut to Size but also keep your muscle mass in check due to incorporating linear and reverse periodization. I completed it a few weeks ago and its regimented approach is certainly a challenge but rewarding nonetheless.īased on what you mentioned already, it seems like Shortcut to Shred would be the most natural programme to transition into. What's a good program for me to do next? Any other advice for me? I feel like I had a good start, and want to keep the momentum.įirst off - congratulations on completing the Shortcut to Size programme. But I would like to do another round of mass building first. There is another program by Jim, "Shortcut to Shred", which it seems most people would start after "Shortcut to Size". I think a program with supersets might help to keep workout time manageable. Ideally I would like to keep it to 1 hour, maybe 1h30m. On many days I spent 2 hours and 30 minutes in the gym, and rarely did I spend less than 1 hour and 30 minutes per workout. The only problem with that program is that some workouts took me forever to complete. I was able to do every exercise (or find a reasonable substitute) in a small gym with some free weights, a Smith machine, and a cable machine. I like it that it is 4 workouts per week, and that there are no exercises that require exotic equipment. I did not find any program that would seem obviously good, so I started the same program from the beginning. I spent some time considering what to do next. I would like to bulk up beyond 220 lbs, maybe 230. It works better for me to wait between meals to start feeling a little bit hungry, and then eat with appetite.Īs far as results, I started at 182 lbs and finished around 207. It is a terrible thing - to eat when not hungry. As far as food, I cannot possibly eat as much as Jim recommends for this program. Nutrition wise, I followed Jim's advice on supplements (ordered bulk from Amazon and mixed my own). It took me longer, but I finished every workout, every set, and every rep. I pulled a back muscle in the end of January (lost about 10 days there), took extra days off while traveling, etc. It took me longer than advertised 12 weeks: I started on December 15 and finished on April 27, which is approximately 18 weeks. There are subtle variations in exercises that become noticeable over time, and they make total sense. I have just completed a popular mass building program by Jim Stoppani called "Shortcut to Size". ![]() Our designers recommend a larger size pull on larger drawers and cabinets.įor a slightly different look, the hardware is centered in the middle of the top drawer only. For drawers, pulls are installed horizontally in the center of the door. The placement of the pull should be vertical and 2 ½ – 3 inches in from the corner of the door on both upper and lower cabinets. ![]() Pulls are another popular hardware option that can be installed on both cabinets and drawers. For this application, divide the drawer into thirds and center the hardware in the left and right thirds of the drawer. For drawers 24” wide or more, we may recommend two knobs or pulls. For lowers, knobs are placed 2 ½ – 3 inches from the upper corner of the cabinet door. 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If Newton continues on this pace for the next three games, he’ll surpass his touchdown total from his rookie season-at least through the air. After weeks and weeks of Newton acting like any sign of maturity was Kryptonite, the light bulb went off. That’s all a sign of the maturation process. He’s also not taking off at the first sign of trouble, even though he can. He’s not settling on his first read, even if it’s a forced-through situation. As is a more fluid path through his progressions.īecause he’s more comfortable in the pocket, he’s able to make better decisions. That’s a relatively new feature of Cam 2012. He’s stepping up and taking another look at possible receiving targets before he takes off on the ground. Newton seems to be more comfortable in the pocket. And now he’s flourishing under the tutelage of his coaching staff, even though it might be a lame duck staff. The initial exchange didn’t do much good. “I told (Newton), ‘You can get some mental reps or you can sit on that bench and sulk.’ ” “And they get up and they observe and learn and get those mental reps,” Smith said Friday. and Jimmy (Clausen), they don’t play in 20-something games last year,” Smith told The Charlotte Observer after Newton pulled himself from a Thursday night game. Wide receiver Steve Smith called him out. An NFL quarterback doesn’t do a whole lot of cheerleading when his defense is on the field, but what Newton was doing was detrimental to the team. He preferred to sit with a towel on his head and pout through rough patches of a game. There were some critical mistakes glaringly obvious to anyone watching. ![]() And this was more than a sophomore slump. Newton didn’t flounder through the first seven weeks of the 2012 season, but he was definitely regressing. How much coaching does a guy like that need? Newton was good enough with no offseason workout program last year to walk into training camp and set the NFL on its ear. Even in the NFL, where everyone’s an elite player, Newton’s more gifted.įor the elite, coaching can sometimes be difficult. Every day of Newton’s life, he’s been better on the field than everyone else. The full extent of the teachings won’t come through.Įspecially for a guy like Newton, who has all the natural athletic ability in the world. If the message isn’t well received, it doesn’t matter how great the concepts are. Now that’s the operative phrase in Rivera’s message.įor coaching to really grab hold and make a difference, the player has to be willing to listen and work. And he's really accepting it and working."Īccepting it. I think what coach Shula and Chud have been doing with him has been right on. "These last five weeks have been pretty doggone solid," said head coach Ron Rivera during his postgame press conference Sunday. So, what’s caused the makeover of last year’s Offensive Rookie of the Year? He can now leap over tall defensive linemen in a single bound. Over Newton’s last six games, he’s only fumbled once and the Panthers fell on that loose ball. Matt Ryan would lead the enemy down the field for a game-winning field goal. ![]() ![]() He fumbled the ball eight times in Carolina’s first seven games and lost three of them-including a devastating fumble in Week 4 against Atlanta that gave the Falcons the ball back with a minute to play. Not only has Newton become more efficient when throwing the ball, he’s stopped his fumbling problems. ![]() Purchasing power compared to the Philippine Peso over the last 10 years. Year to date against the Philippine Peso. Is the US Dollar up or down against the Philippine Peso? The US Dollar is currently stronger than the Philippine Peso given that 1 USD is equal to 55.272 PHP.Ĭonversely, 1 PHP is worth 0.01809 USD. 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As a visual performer, he defied classification with his psychedelic aesthetics, his larger-than-life image, and his way of hovering on the border of the surreal. As a musician, Bowie's legacy is remarkable, but his place in the popular imagination is due to so much more than his music. In death, the cult of Bowie has only intensified. Inspired by the one and only superhero, extraterrestrial, and rock and roll deity in history, Bowie: Stardust, Rayguns, & Moonage Daydreams is the original graphic memoir of the great Ziggy Stardust! In life, David Bowie was one of the most magnetic icons of modern pop culture, seducing generations of fans with both his music and his counterculture persona. Very good book.īowie: Stardust, Rayguns & Moonage Daydreams This is a 200+ page graphic novel that I read in one sitting because it demanded to be finished. This book combines all of that into one story, and it sets about telling it in compulsively readable fashion. Why It’s Cool: I tend to like anything that can accurately be described as “Kaftkaesque”, and with my background in creative writing and the media, I also enjoy stories about the futility and unglamor of publishing. Witty, surreal, and sharply observant, The Book Tour offers a captivating lesson in letting go. But now the police want to ask him some questions about a mysterious disappearance, and it seems that Fretwell's troubles are only just beginning… In his first book for adults in many years, acclaimed cartoonist Andi Watson evokes all the anxieties felt by every writer and compresses them into a comedic gem of a book. Nothing is going according to plan, and his trip gradually turns into a nightmare. Fretwell, a minor English writer, embarks on a book tour to promote it. Upon the publication of his latest novel, G. This book is also a mighty comics talent showcase, featuring a script by Ram V., artwork by Anand RK, and lettering by Aditya Bidikar - all of which comes together with what seems like mysterious improvisational alchemy inherent to the jazz music this story is about.īuy It Digitally: Blue in Green on comiXologyĪ page-turning, Kafkaesque dark comedy in brilliant retro style, this graphic novel watches one man try to keep it together while everything falls apart. ![]() Why It’s Cool: This was a great year for graphic sequential storytelling about the creative process, be it the frame of mind it requires, the life of an all-time great, or - as in the case of this book - the toll it takes on the rest of a creative’s life. From creators RAM V (Grafity’s Wall, These Savage Shores) and ANAND RK (Grafity’s Wall), BLUE IN GREEN is an exploration of ambitions, expectations, and the horrific depths of their spiraling pursuit. ![]() The dark and haunting portrayal of a young musician’s pursuit of creative genius-the monstrous nature of which threatens to consume him as it did his predecessor half a century ago. There’s so much to like about this book - from the artwork to the urgency, the real sense this is a story that needs to be told - but one of the things I liked most was that Robin Ha does a fantastic job here compressing major themes into pivotal moments and scenes, the lifeblood of an excellent graphic memoir. Why It’s Cool: This is one of those graphic novels that is marketed at teens, but it really is just a solid memoir set primarily during the creator’s teen years. Then one day Robin's mother enrolls her in a local comic drawing class, which opens the window to a future Robin could never have imagined. At home, she doesn't fit in with her new stepfamily, and worst of all, she is furious with the one person she is closest to-her mother. She is completely cut off from her friends in Seoul and has no access to her beloved comics. She is dropped into a new school where she doesn't understand the language and struggles to keep up. So when a vacation to visit friends in Huntsville, Alabama, unexpectedly becomes a permanent relocation-following her mother's announcement that she's getting married-Robin is devastated. Growing up as the only child of a single mother in Seoul, Korea, wasn't always easy, but it has bonded them fiercely together. A powerful and moving teen graphic novel memoir about immigration, belonging, and how arts can save a life-perfect for fans of American Born Chinese and Hey, Kiddo.įor as long as she can remember, it's been Robin and her mom against the world. |
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