MCF-Sunday: 5/10/09/`Click & Post 4 `all
#1
05-10-2009, 05:52 AM
MCF-Sunday: 5/10/09/`Click & Post 4 `all
MCF ToDay
Sunday, May 10, 2009
MCF `Off Topic Thread 
For EveryOne & EveryBody 2 Post
What are you doing Today
* Members, tell us about yourself, your hobbie's/pets/kids, etc.
Please don't hurt with your words/post `ok
Please don't hurt with your words/post `ok
Post it below:
______________________________________
Wish you a Happy`Day
- Your Choice -
- MCF Staff -
______________________________________
Wish you a Happy`Day
- Your Choice -
- MCF Staff -
Last edited by Space; 05-10-2009 at 09:28 AM.
#2
05-10-2009, 05:55 AM
To all our MCF Mother's
_________________________
Special Happy Mother's Day to Member DustyBird3
~ Becky ~
_________________________
Member's go to Mother's Day Thread
and post your WorldWideWeb Mother's Day Message
_________________________
EnJoy your `Day
#3
05-10-2009, 06:53 AM
Send `Space, Back 2 `Space...Thank You!
Space Shuttle Launch Schedule
Launch Date: Targeted for May 11 at 2:01 p.m. ET STS-125
(We've had a Special ReQuest from the MCF High Commander to
send `Kid Space, on this Mission to give all the MCF Member's a break)
Experience one of the most stunning and dramatic events on Earth: a live NASA launch. From a space shuttle launch to the thunderous ascent of massive rockets carrying satellites, Martian rovers and planetary explorers, there's always a mission in the works at America's busiest rocket and space shuttle launch facility.
For more information, please visit the official NASA Kennedy Space Center space shuttle launch schedule and the official Patrick Air Force Base website for Cape Canaveral Air Force Station rocket launch information.
Want to get the latest on upcoming launches? Sign up today and we'll send you free e-mail updates on future launches.
View Space Shuttle Launch schedule
View Rocket Launch schedule
STS-125 Space Shuttle Atlantis:
Launch tickets for STS-125 space shuttle Atlantis are currently sold out online. A limited number of U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame launch viewing tickets are available for purchase at the U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame on launch day. Call 321-449-4400 for more information.
Launch Date: Targeted for May 11 at 2:01 p.m. ET STS-125 will be the fifth and final space shuttle mission launched to service and upgrade the orbiting Hubble Space Telescope. Shuttle Atlantis will launch two new science instruments, along with stabilizing gyroscopes, batteries and thermal blankets to refurbish the observatory and extend its useful life another five years. The astronauts plan to conduct five spacewalks during the service call. Attempts to repair two other instruments are planned as well.
Purchase STS-125 space shuttle Atlantis mission merchandise
http://www.kennedyspacecenter.com/events-launches.aspx
...I will be watch'in from the WareHouse Parking Lot 
I would luv 2 `go back 2 `Space...4Sure
Launch Date: Targeted for May 11 at 2:01 p.m. ET STS-125
(We've had a Special ReQuest from the MCF High Commander to
send `Kid Space, on this Mission to give all the MCF Member's a break)
Experience one of the most stunning and dramatic events on Earth: a live NASA launch. From a space shuttle launch to the thunderous ascent of massive rockets carrying satellites, Martian rovers and planetary explorers, there's always a mission in the works at America's busiest rocket and space shuttle launch facility.
For more information, please visit the official NASA Kennedy Space Center space shuttle launch schedule and the official Patrick Air Force Base website for Cape Canaveral Air Force Station rocket launch information.
Want to get the latest on upcoming launches? Sign up today and we'll send you free e-mail updates on future launches.
View Space Shuttle Launch schedule
View Rocket Launch schedule
STS-125 Space Shuttle Atlantis:
Launch tickets for STS-125 space shuttle Atlantis are currently sold out online. A limited number of U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame launch viewing tickets are available for purchase at the U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame on launch day. Call 321-449-4400 for more information.
Launch Date: Targeted for May 11 at 2:01 p.m. ET STS-125 will be the fifth and final space shuttle mission launched to service and upgrade the orbiting Hubble Space Telescope. Shuttle Atlantis will launch two new science instruments, along with stabilizing gyroscopes, batteries and thermal blankets to refurbish the observatory and extend its useful life another five years. The astronauts plan to conduct five spacewalks during the service call. Attempts to repair two other instruments are planned as well.
Purchase STS-125 space shuttle Atlantis mission merchandise
http://www.kennedyspacecenter.com/events-launches.aspx
...I will be watch'in from the WareHouse Parking Lot I would luv 2 `go back 2 `Space...4Sure
Last edited by Space; 05-10-2009 at 06:57 AM.
#4
05-10-2009, 07:29 AM
Hi Member's
Please don't 4-get to
New Member's into our MCF Family.
Remember your first post ?
It's great to be Welcomed & feel @ home.
_________________________________
Also, `if you click on a Member User Name it will
direct you to their profile/photo/etc section:
If you find a member that you would like to make a
Monte Carlo friend...? There is a link to click to
invite that person to be a Monte Carlo Friend.
If that member accepts your Friendship ?, you will
be listed in their profile section as a friend.
Once you click a User's Name U will see the below
on their page:
"Monte New Member" has not made any friends yet
-Example-
Click on the Member's User Name
&
then click the link 2 make that Member your
Monte Carlo Friend....
EveryOne needs `Friends...
They are more precious then Gold.
"Friends are like plants they need nourishment to `grow"
or they will fade : (
Now that's `Smok'in : )~*
Now, please go click'in, & make some Monte Carlo Friends
`Ok...Thanks
Please don't 4-get to
New Member's into our MCF Family.
Remember your first post ?
It's great to be Welcomed & feel @ home.
_________________________________
Also, `if you click on a Member User Name it will
direct you to their profile/photo/etc section:
If you find a member that you would like to make a
Monte Carlo friend...? There is a link to click to
invite that person to be a Monte Carlo Friend.
If that member accepts your Friendship ?, you will
be listed in their profile section as a friend.
Once you click a User's Name U will see the below
on their page:
"Monte New Member" has not made any friends yet
-Example-
Click on the Member's User Name
&
then click the link 2 make that Member your
Monte Carlo Friend.
...EveryOne needs `Friends...
They are more precious then Gold.
"Friends are like plants they need nourishment to `grow"
or they will fade : (
Now that's `Smok'in : )~*
Now, please go click'in, & make some Monte Carlo Friends
`Ok...Thanks
Last edited by Space; 05-10-2009 at 07:52 AM.
#5
05-10-2009, 08:17 AM
Join Date: Dec 2007
Location: Henderson, NV
Posts: 6,996
Its Sunday and it looks like its going to rain here.
So who is going out to where for Mother's Day?
I'll be cooking all day and Lisa will be relaxing. Wish me luck. I hope i don't poison anyone.
So who is going out to where for Mother's Day?
I'll be cooking all day and Lisa will be relaxing. Wish me luck. I hope i don't poison anyone.
#6
05-10-2009, 08:37 AM
J.J., who gave U permission 2 take a day `off from the MCF 
lol ~ lol We missed you & your contributions to the Family.
Happy 2 C U back
What R U cook'in 4 Lisa ?
Wish U & Family a Happy Day 2gether.
EnJoy
#7
05-10-2009, 09:14 AM
Join Date: Dec 2007
Location: Henderson, NV
Posts: 6,996
Lisa gave me the day off. It was just a day to spend it with the family.
Dont really know what i'm making.
except maybe a mess.
Dont really know what i'm making.
except maybe a mess.
#8
05-10-2009, 09:25 AM
MCF Sunday's Auto Section
ENGINE: SDrive35i twin-turbo 3.0-liter inline-six
HORSEPOWER: 300
TORQUE: 300 lb feet
0-60 mph: 5.0 seconds
2009 BMW Z4
Program #2836
BMW's classy Z4 Sports Car has been completely redesigned for 2009. But, now as a hardtop droptop, it really knocks out two birds with one stone. It replaces both the previous Z4 Coupe and Z4 Roadster. The goal, of course, is to combine serious driving excitement with outrageous open-air exhilaration. So, let's see if the new Z4 is a mix made in heaven - or not.
With production now moved from South Carolina to Germany, the 2nd generation 2009 BMW Z4 takes the modern interpretation of the classic sports car to an aggressive new level. It's also BMW's first roadster with a folding hardtop.
Larger in all directions, mainly to create a larger interior, the new Z4 now measures 166.9 inches in length, an increase of 5. That's still about a half a foot shorter than the 1-series.
With all new sheet metal from front to back, styling continues to evolve from the vaulted Z8. The Z4 dons even more of the Z8's unmistakable presence, defined by a low-slung front-end and long hood, but with ever sharper shoulder and rocker lines, and a wide, sculpted rear-view.
Which leads us to a new highlight for the Z4: its lightweight aluminum top. BMW calls the retractable top "a piece of art in motion." The hydraulically powered two-piece design can be opened or closed in a mere 20 seconds.
Top up or down, this Z4 is ready to take to the roads. Power for US-bound models copies the 3-Series, with the sDrive30i's naturally aspirated 3.0-liter inline-six with 255 horsepower and 220 pound-feet of torque, or our SDrive35i tester's twin-turbo 3.0-liter inline-six with 300 horses and 300 pound-feet. Both cars come standard with a 6-speed manual. While a 6-speed automatic is optional on the 30i, our test 35i had the M3-style seven-speed dual-clutch auto.
We got a chance to drive the Z4 sDrive35i on the gorgeous roads of Alicante, Spain. With the Mediterranean as the backdrop, a mix of long sweepers and tight twisties made up our picture-perfect route where our 35i pulled like a V8 from idle all the way to the 7,000 rpm redline. The twin-turbos spooled up quickly and very smoothly. There was absolutely no dips or gaps in the power band. This car knows not the definition of "turbo lag."
The fast-shifting 7-speed glides seamlessly from gear-to-gear, and with Launch Control, the Z4 can get to 60 in 5 seconds flat, all with a near-symphonic exhaust note that will stay with you long after you're parked.
With the top down, wind buffeting is well controlled, more so with the wind screen in use, and with the top up, road noise is virtually non-existent.
The Z4's precise handling is the result of an almost perfectly balanced chassis. There was a slight touch of understeer as we sliced through the devilish switchbacks, but the car was otherwise subservient to driver input.
BMW's latest Dynamic Stability Control system has three-modes: normal for the softest ride, with sport, and sport-plus providing two levels of stiffness. DSC also modifies steering response, engine management, and shift points to offer distinctly different driving setups. Our car had an optional M-suspension which controlled the damping rate.
The Z4's 17-inch alloys also help to keep it glued to the pavement during higher-speed acrobatics, as the high-performance lightweight brakes stopped our 3,500 pound Z4 with rock solid stability, all leaving our staffer on sight suitably impressed.
BRIAN ROBERTS: There's no doubt with the relaunch of the 2009 Z4, the classic roadster is back. Not only is it more powerful, but it is also more stylish than ever before.
Within, the new Z4's upscale and well-equipped two-seat cockpit is larger and far more useable than before. There's noticeably more leg and shoulder room, and the new hardtop results in a slight increase of headroom. The leather seat and steering wheel surfaces have been treated with a reflective technology that keeps things cooler in the open sun, and the latest iDrive system, which BMW finally appears to have nailed, offers an 80 gigabyte hard drive that allows you to upload songs via a USB port.
Safety is provided by stout steel roll bars and standard front, side, and knee airbags.
In terms of cargo, top up, space is up by 2 cubic feet to 11. Top down it's still a weekend getaway acceptable 6.3 cubic feet.
Pricing for the Z4 sDrive30i starts at $46,575, while the sDrive 35i begins at $52,475. Sounds steep but the 35i is still less expensive then the Porsche Boxster S and the Mercedes Benz SLK55 AMG. With its retractable hardtop, the 2009 BMW Z4 is a successful fusion of coupe and convertible sports car. Having captured the best of both worlds, this new roadster is, no doubt, a masterpiece in its own right.
Member's, what do you think of the BMW Z4 ? ? ? I like `it, but 4 the $'s, I'd get a Vette 4 Sure : )
#9
05-10-2009, 09:37 AM
Past Test of 2006 Monte Carlo SS
MotorWeek: Past Test of 06 Monte Carlo SS
ENGINE: 5.3-liter V8
HORSEPOWER: 303
TORQUE: 323 lb feet
0-60 mph: 6.0 seconds
60-0 mph: 138 feet
1/4 Mile: 14.5 seconds @ 101 mph
EPA: 18 mpg city/28 mpg highway
2006 Monte Carlo SS
Program #2528
Chevrolet Monte Carlo is the most winning car name in NASCAR racing history, and that heritage is certainly evident in the shape of this new 2006 Monte Carlo SS. Now when Chevrolet puts the SS, or Super Sport, badge on a car or truck, it means get ready for a bit more performance than its everyday kin. But this year the Monte Carlo SS gets an extra big dose of oomph with its first V8 since 1988.
Chevrolet's Super Sport badge is a dead giveaway for extra juice under the hood. But for the 2006 Monte Carlo SS, it's a totally modern pushrod V8 that delivers that big extra thump. That big power comes from a small block 5.3-liter, the Monte's first V8 in over 15 years. Along with the Impala SS, it also marks the first small block fitment in front-wheel drive Chevrolets. As in the Impala SS, the 5.3 cranks out 303 horsepower and 323 pound-feet of torque. That's 63 horses more than last year's supercharged V6.
But attached to a 4-speed automatic, the new V8 delivers V6-like fuel economy ratings of 18 city/28 highway, thanks to GM's Active Fuel Management that shuts down four cylinders during highway cruising.
The 5.3 V8 moves a reworked chassis with a wider front track and stiffer aluminum engine cradle. Topping that platform is the familiar NASCAR-inspired 2-door profile. For 2006 the Monte gets revised styling including a new front end with larger headlights, and diamond-pattern grille. Plus a new Nextel Cup style spoiler and chrome exhaust tips in the rear.
This more robust SS rides on the firmer FE4 suspension, supported by standard 18-inch alloy wheels wearing all-season performance tires. Put those tires on the track as we did and they'll run to 60 in 6.0-seconds flat. The quarter mile romps by in 14.5-seconds at 101 miles-per-hour. The engine is really gutsy off the line, rising quickly to a flat torque curve that continues all the way to 6,000 rpm. But the FE3 suspension is still a bit soft, as the front end hops a bit.
Take to the curves, such as those of Savannah, Georgia's Roebling Road Raceway, and you'll find that the SS doesn't mean sports car. Clearly tuned more for the street than track, there is plenty of body roll and front plow. Lateral transitions are fairly crisp, however. Add in standard traction control, and the SS sticks to the track surprisingly well.
The fixed-ratio steering is a little short on feel, as is the pedal for the 4-wheel ABS disc brakes. They stop the car from 60 in a longish average distance of 138 feet. As expected, the nose dives a bit, but the chassis remains straight and stable, which also describes the ride on the road. The Monte SS feels solid and very smooth, making it an excellent highway burner. A comfortable cabin is a big factor too, with a new cockpit-style dash featuring refined dual-zone climate controls and GM's well integrated BlackTie CD/MP3/XM Ready stereo. It's a sleek and comfortable cruiser with gobs of power, for a base price of $26,990. Looks like a sweet deal to us
ENGINE: 5.3-liter V8
HORSEPOWER: 303
TORQUE: 323 lb feet
0-60 mph: 6.0 seconds
60-0 mph: 138 feet
1/4 Mile: 14.5 seconds @ 101 mph
EPA: 18 mpg city/28 mpg highway
2006 Monte Carlo SS
Program #2528
Chevrolet Monte Carlo is the most winning car name in NASCAR racing history, and that heritage is certainly evident in the shape of this new 2006 Monte Carlo SS. Now when Chevrolet puts the SS, or Super Sport, badge on a car or truck, it means get ready for a bit more performance than its everyday kin. But this year the Monte Carlo SS gets an extra big dose of oomph with its first V8 since 1988.
Chevrolet's Super Sport badge is a dead giveaway for extra juice under the hood. But for the 2006 Monte Carlo SS, it's a totally modern pushrod V8 that delivers that big extra thump. That big power comes from a small block 5.3-liter, the Monte's first V8 in over 15 years. Along with the Impala SS, it also marks the first small block fitment in front-wheel drive Chevrolets. As in the Impala SS, the 5.3 cranks out 303 horsepower and 323 pound-feet of torque. That's 63 horses more than last year's supercharged V6.
But attached to a 4-speed automatic, the new V8 delivers V6-like fuel economy ratings of 18 city/28 highway, thanks to GM's Active Fuel Management that shuts down four cylinders during highway cruising.
The 5.3 V8 moves a reworked chassis with a wider front track and stiffer aluminum engine cradle. Topping that platform is the familiar NASCAR-inspired 2-door profile. For 2006 the Monte gets revised styling including a new front end with larger headlights, and diamond-pattern grille. Plus a new Nextel Cup style spoiler and chrome exhaust tips in the rear.
This more robust SS rides on the firmer FE4 suspension, supported by standard 18-inch alloy wheels wearing all-season performance tires. Put those tires on the track as we did and they'll run to 60 in 6.0-seconds flat. The quarter mile romps by in 14.5-seconds at 101 miles-per-hour. The engine is really gutsy off the line, rising quickly to a flat torque curve that continues all the way to 6,000 rpm. But the FE3 suspension is still a bit soft, as the front end hops a bit.
Take to the curves, such as those of Savannah, Georgia's Roebling Road Raceway, and you'll find that the SS doesn't mean sports car. Clearly tuned more for the street than track, there is plenty of body roll and front plow. Lateral transitions are fairly crisp, however. Add in standard traction control, and the SS sticks to the track surprisingly well. The fixed-ratio steering is a little short on feel, as is the pedal for the 4-wheel ABS disc brakes. They stop the car from 60 in a longish average distance of 138 feet. As expected, the nose dives a bit, but the chassis remains straight and stable, which also describes the ride on the road. The Monte SS feels solid and very smooth, making it an excellent highway burner. A comfortable cabin is a big factor too, with a new cockpit-style dash featuring refined dual-zone climate controls and GM's well integrated BlackTie CD/MP3/XM Ready stereo. It's a sleek and comfortable cruiser with gobs of power, for a base price of $26,990. Looks like a sweet deal to us