C James

That's an outlandish price! Well, that said, I don't know how much it would cost here, either. But, i was 4-wheeling and put a rock through a gas tank two years ago, and they wanted $400 US to replace it (I was 200 miles from home, so wasn't thrilled with doing it myself in a hotel parking lot and checked a mechanic's price). I did it myself and put the savings into 1/2 inch steel armor plating for sensitive bits like the tank, so it wouldn't happen again. I had a quick look, and you could get a new gast tank for $117 US, listed on this page http://www.gastanks.com/products.asp?dept=135 It's absurd that they won't let you replace your own gas tank! Ugh, that would piss me off so bad that I'd do it anyway, who would know? I once lived in an area of the US where you weren't "allowed" (GRRRR!!!) to do plumbing and electrical work on your own home. I did it anyway, just made darn sure it was to code, but that really steamed me. Dropping and replacing a tank is quite easy (It's nowhere near as bad as replacing an engine or transmission), BUT, I guess it could be done wrong if you aren't used to such things. Better safe than sorry, as they say. Hmmm, got any friends that are good with cars? Maybe they could help if you had a new tank shipped there? (not that I'm suggesting breaking the law, of course )

Welcome, Justin!!! Thank you for joining us! CJ

I've heard of getting grilled for making a mistake, but I never knew they meant it LITERALLY! I think I need to go hide...

OK, the first question is, why so much for the gas tank replacement? Even factoring in the exchange rate, that seems very steep to me. If you are comfortable disclosing this, what is the make and model? Also, where is it leaking from on the tank? Just one point? is that point on the bottom or the top half of the tank? If it's from the top half, you might solve the problem by keeping it half full or less. You could call a couple of junkyards and see if they have a usable one, then swap it out yourself. This would likly save you about 80% or more of that quoted price. Finally, back to the leak. *IF* it's from just one or two places, and they are pinpoint leaks, ask at your local auto parts store (you might need to ask at more than one) if they have JB Stickweld or something similar. It's an epoxy-based sealant. Tell them what you want it for, and they can probably help.

<looks around sheepishly goatishly> Maybe I should have ensured against this by making the answer have nothing to do with the question? Hmmmm.. OK, question #1 for a future hunt will be "Who wrote "With Trust" and the answer will be "Oct 22nd, 1643." Shhh!!! Nobody is supposed to know about that, yet... Move along, folks, nothing to see here.. ROFL! Well, that might be a good idea, considering my inability to keep the answer quiet! Thanks Jack!!! I knew I'd get in hot water for leaking an answer.. But I had no idea it would be acompanied by hot lead!! <gulp> Why thank you, Birds!!

Thanks Kevin! I hope everyone is having fun! Join in, there are still three days to go!!

Well, you can see one answer here due to my goof this morning!

I have taken great care to keep all the questions and answers secret. Each participating author knows their own set (they wrote them) but only I have the full set of questions and answers, to ensure against leaks or accidental disclosure, and to ensure the fairness of the game. Who would have guessed that the leaker would be ME? Yes, I blew it. While posting today's question set by Vlista20 (Vance) I somehow didn't edit out the answer for question #9, (which was provided to me along with the question) and it appeared next to the question. Vance noticed and PM'd me, and I removed it immediately, but it was too late, it had been online for a couple of hours. The only remedy I can think of is therefor to admit my goof, and also make sure everyone has the answer to question #9, so that no one will have an unfair edge due to my mistake. Question #9 is Story Question: Cameron: Where was Jesse originally from? The answer is Colorado. OK, now, as I'm sure many people will soon remind me, I did threaten to delete any post containing answers. But, that now no longer applies for answer #9. As it is, I should probably be reporting myself (to myself) for breaking the rules of the hunt and posting an answer! I hope I don't have to do that, as I'd surely have to lecture myself severely for this transgression. OK, I hope I haven't caused too many people side-aches from laughing at me for this goof. I'll make go make some changes to the pinned game post (which changes daily, keep checking it for more questions, and any updates or changes) and answer sheet, to make sure no one is hurt in the game by this. oops.

Hi Steve!! Welcome to GA, and many of us sure do remember "Bourbon". It was one of the stories that got me hooked on gay fiction and one of my all-time favorites. Welcome to you, too Graeme! For those that don't know, Graeme is another well-known writer and the author of two of my personal favorites; "Falls Creek Lessons" and the short story "ambush". (both can be found at Awesomedude) It's absolutely great to have you both here! CJ

Yes indeed! If no one gets all the answers, then it's the highest score, and in the event of a tie score the first person (of those with the high score) to send in their answers wins. The game is now underway! https://www.gayauthors.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=5846#

The game is now underway! https://www.gayauthors.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=5846#

Congratulations Joe, on your 1000th post!

Hi Bob!! I wasn't on vacation for as long as I thought, and didn't get any writing time, but I have been working on the extended version of NSNP, plus two different multi-chapter stories. I need quite a few chapters finished so I can avoid long waits between chapters when I post them, but I'm nearly there. Thanks! CJ

Only a couple of days to go.. So, anyone have any questions?

Howdy, Goat! I should hope that your Goathood is coming along very well! After all, you have been practicing it for 56 years! Happy Birthday, my friend. CJ

Happy Birthday Conner!!!!! :king: Have a great Birthday!!!! :king:

Camy, sorry to hear that you are having a rough patch. As for the un-aging; Share you secret!! Please!! Hmmm, on the other hand, I don't think I'd give a go personally just yet, as I'd end up being -14...

Welcome, Ingenue! I know what you mean about wishing to have discovered this place sooner. I certainly wish there had been a place like this for me to find when I was in my late teens. Welcome to GA!

Guilty! I've heard of her, and love her quote!

I think this will be a lot of fun! And that is one heck of a prize. I wish I could play! Put it to rest? But you started that rumor! Goats.. Sheesh.

Conner, I was just lucky that you posted, because otherwise I couldn't have used the "right under your nose" clue! You are one of the very, very few G.A. members who uses their photo for an avatar, so my options were rather limited!

Announcing The Great G.A. Scavenger Hunt! G.A. will be having a Scavenger Hunt, beginning Thursday, September 14th. The game is underway NOW, here is a link to the game itself The prize for the winner will be a custom story, to be posted here at GA and written by Viv, VLista20 (Vance), Dezlboi, RHawes16 (Rob), and Jack Scribe. The winner will get lots of input on the theme, and also may (if they wish) be included in the story. Check out the collaborative story that was written as a birthday present for AFriendlyFace for an example. :king: There are five participating Authors: Viv Dezlboi RHawes16 Jack Scribe VLista20 (Vance) Each of the participating Authors has given us a set of questions based on their stories, and some based on their forums. What the hunt is about is finding the answers in the stories and forums, based on the clues and questions the authors give us. There are 29 questions in all. On Thursday, Sept 14th, the first set of six questions (all by one Author) will be posted here in the Lounge, along with a detailed game sheet, instructions, and rules. On the following day, the next set of questions will be posted, etc, etc, with the final set being posted on Monday, September 18th. Each set of questions will be posted here in the Lounge each day, though the time will vary for the first four days. I will announce (in the previous day's question set) an exact time for the final set, as that will be the only one where time might be important for the player to know. I'll be posting a detailed set of rules and instructions along with the game, but the concept is easy: once you have answered all the questions (all 5 day's worth) you can send me the answers via PM. The winner will be the first to get a perfect score, or, if there is no winner by Noon Eastern Time on Friday, Sept 22nd, the winner will be the person with the highest score. Come on and join in the fun! Bought to you by G.A, the Writer Support Team, and the Participating Authors. Any questions? Please post them here.

Due to severe storms here, I had to move up the posting time until now to be sure it got online. Here is a link to the actual announcement and thread. https://www.gayauthors.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=5745

Graeme got it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Good one Graeme!! :king: Yep, "right under his nose" meant right under his avatar's nose. 810 am Vancouver (Pacific Daylight Time) assuming I don't have an Internet access problem (heavy storms here right now). Edit to add: Sorry, Kitty, it's military time, due to no AM or PM being displayed.