VXer
Ok, I've got about two weeks of storage after 6/2 at my mother-in-law's house that's about to be sold. Talking to Joe about logistics on the swap, but a back-up plan would be nice - time's a wastin'. All ideas welcome. I really would rather see 377 go to one of us and not the auction.
velvis
thankyouthankyouverymuch
'Zoid
Velvis... how about #377 becomes Austin Robot Technology's 2nd robot-VX?
We will be competing in DARPA's Urban Challenge, and think having a 2nd robot
would help with testing individually and traffic interactions... plus if one of them
is crashed into at the semi-finals we are allowed to replace with 2nd robot.
What do you think? Is it too late?
We may find some body shop in Austin that can do the mechanical repairs, without
making it perfect (it's a robot, doesn't have to be perfect).
Last edited by Art : 06/01/2006 at 09:23 AM
VXer
Joe_Black has first right of refusal, but your offer is very interesting. It takes $4000 and you arrange pick up/delivery to equal ins co. offer. Tempus fugit - PM with an offer. Robot 377, hmmmm...
velvis
'Zoid
Fair enough, we'll wait on Joe_Black's answer.
VXer
Joe would like to turn it into a rallymobile a la Paris-Dakaar and is trying to figure out shipping options. This might get it on the Speed channel. You want to make it autonomous and let it crash into stuff on the Science channel. I say LET THE GAMES BEGIN!
Seriously, I've spoken to Joe, he's aware of the time crunch, trying to find shipping options, but he would give it up if you want it. Make me an offer.
velvis
'Zoid
Velvis - we've given this more thought and have decided not to buy it. We are applying for funding on this project and have decided to defer the expense of a 2nd VX until and if we get funded. We'll look for #377 on the Speed channel. Good luck in your search for a replacement. I tend to keep cars longer and put more money into them than makes sense financially... we get attached to them, like an old pet.
Super VXer
Well, this is the great thing about this community. "377" gets a new lease on life and the Dragon finds a good home. Can y'all just feel the love?
Over 20 years of Isuzu enjoyment...
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