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Had an account on here before, it's been awhile since logging in and I totally forgot my other log in. Anyway, just as well I go through another one of these intro threads. Been into cars since I can remember, lived in Ohio all my life. Currently live in Powell, can look outside and see O'shaugnessey reservoir. My girl gets lots of work done at gear headz, just picked up her maxima from them, did a fine job! if I ever need anything I would take my cars there as well. always great work! love the local shops and detailer's on here, will be taking my 350 to get it shined up real soon. Drive the truck daily, she is a beast! Car sits and waits to be driven most of the time. Here they are... Rides: 2004 350z http://img156.imageshack.us/img156/949/waterju.jpg http://img176.imageshack.us/img176/2613/46671096495210974118441.jpg 1987 Ford F150 128,000 original miles 4.9l V6 http://img299.imageshack.us/img299/5513/bigblue.jpg http://img97.imageshack.us/img97/7489/bigblue2.jpg http://img411.imageshack.us/img411/2140/insides.jpg

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For Sale: Glock 21 (I believe 3rd gen) with accessory rail Has the following upgrades: Rigid recoil rod and spring Extended slide release Extended mag release Adjustable Trudot night sights Also includes: qty 6 magazines with 13 round capacity Laser max (replaces recoil rod and spring, providing under barrel laser) Advantage Arms .22LR conversion kit Fobus Paddle holster (not pictured) Estimated Retail value is over $1350 Asking $1,050 for everything. (not looking for trades) I'll also throw in 250 rounds of .22LR (the round that is recommended for the conversion kit) http://ecksteinjr.com/pictures/g21.jpg