Vessel: Freedom - 06/12/07

bmrfam · 06-16-2007, 04:58 PM

These are just some industry pics. I do consulting work at much higher levels in the org so I do not get up close with these guys very often.

The pier flip is the best one. It is a series shot. You need to look at pics 19-22 in order. It shows why balanced loading is so important. In this case, I think they were trying to use the ship crane but it was lifting too much weight to far from the vessel.

RacerX64 · 06-16-2007, 07:52 PM

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Originally Posted by bmrfam

These are just some industry pics. I do consulting work at much higher levels in the org so I do not get up close with these guys very often.

The pier flip is the best one. It is a series shot. You need to look at pics 19-22 in order. It shows why balanced loading is so important. In this case, I think they were trying to use the ship crane but it was lifting too much weight to far from the vessel.

Great pics. I for one, after seeing what can happen to a RoRo, will be saying a short prayer to the auto carrier gods for safe Atlantic transit for the Freedom

bmrfam · 06-16-2007, 08:34 PM

The good news is that it is early summer and there are no big Atlantic storms. Late summer can get you hurrican remnants and winter has nasty storms. It has been a while since I heard of one go down out there but it does happen. Mainly in bad seas in those two periods.

I just found out I may be in Singapore when she gets here thus prolonging my wait to drive her again. Oh well, I should have known since I only put 13,000 on my e46 in 3 years.

RacerX64 · 06-16-2007, 10:46 PM

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Originally Posted by bmrfam

The good news is that it is early summer and there are no big Atlantic storms. Late summer can get you hurrican remnants and winter has nasty storms. It has been a while since I heard of one go down out there but it does happen. Mainly in bad seas in those two periods.

I just found out I may be in Singapore when she gets here thus prolonging my wait to drive her again. Oh well, I should have known since I only put 13,000 on my e46 in 3 years.

My daughter and I are taking a cruise on RC's Freedom of the Seas Aug 5th in the wester Caribbean. Hopefully we will dodge any hurricanes rolling through there this time period.

I'm new to BMW, after having driven an Audi for 4 years, what model is the E46? Sounds like your on the road a lot. My girlfriend is an Export administrator at Cisco. She's always heading back and forth to San Jose from Atlanta.

Good Luck!

Stinger · 06-16-2007, 11:09 PM

E46 is the previous 3-series style. It's the version that came out in 1999 (I believe) and ran until the current model design change. I think the E46 models actully have a bit of an Audi design to them, they're a bit more bubbly looking, especially after the sleek sporty look of the E36 models in the early to late 1990s. You can find out more about the E46 model type here on wikipedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/E46

RacerX64 · 06-17-2007, 08:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Stinger

E46 is the previous 3-series style. It's the version that came out in 1999 (I believe) and ran until the current model design change. I think the E46 models actully have a bit of an Audi design to them, they're a bit more bubbly looking, especially after the sleek sporty look of the E36 models in the early to late 1990s. You can find out more about the E46 model type here on wikipedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/E46

Thanks Stinger for the info. I knew the E{} designation had something to do with the model type, yet did know know what types were what cars. Great info!

I had thought to go far east after my Audi experience. I've had nothing but problems with my 2000 A6. (Like the $15 water temp sensor that cost me $1800 to replace and others too many and to painful to describe). I looked at the Acura RL and the Lexus IS350. Both great cars, however the RL just did not have that umph that I was used to. The IS was great, but too cramped inside.

I decided to test drive the BMW 335 after doing a bit of research. I actually test drove the convertible and was blown away by the power and handling. I scared the crap out of my girlfriend as we pulled out of the dealership on our test drive in 30 degree temp with the top down

I punched it and it took off like a rocket (I think she peed her pants). Needless to say she did not appreciate the test drive, however I was sold. I decided to go with the coupe as I like the looks of the coupe better than the four door and since I've got one kid that's out of the house already with the other one not far behind there was no need for me to continue on with my sedan days.

I ordered on 4/17 and hope to have my car first week of July. The wait has been painful!

This forum has been a great source of information! I appreciate it!

gerbs · 06-17-2007, 11:24 PM

8 Days to go until she hits the states.

RacerX64 · 06-18-2007, 03:00 PM

Little closer today

441 Naut Miles traveled in 24 hours

jimbethesda · 06-18-2007, 03:29 PM

callsign is WDB5483

Stinger · 06-18-2007, 03:48 PM

Why bother using the shipping site. I just wait for gerbs and RacerX64 to post a new map. Thanks guys!

So, Gerbs...who is the hottie? You still haven't filled me in...

RacerX64 · 06-18-2007, 04:02 PM

This URL should take you right to our Freedom

http://www.sailwx.info/shiptrack/shi...l?call=WDB5483
Looks like they only report in once a day at 18:00 UTC.

RacerX64 · 06-18-2007, 04:47 PM

My poor attempt to map out how much further she has to go:

gerbs · 06-18-2007, 04:53 PM

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So, Gerbs...who is the hottie?

lol, sorry for making you wait so long. Pretty sure I just wanted to see what your reaction would be

Her name is Kymberly, she's with FTV... (google is your friend) Quite unfortunate that she whored herself out, she's a good looking girl. Oh well.

gerbs · 06-18-2007, 04:58 PM

Found another pic of her! No Stinger, not Kymberly, you perv!

RacerX64 · 06-18-2007, 06:46 PM

Nice Pic(s). Both Kymberly and Freedom

Like the Rainbox effect.

HEY32G · 06-19-2007, 08:09 AM

Hi, I'm a fellow Freedom rider. I've been tracking it on my own. Nice to know my fellow shipmates.

RacerX64 · 06-19-2007, 08:21 AM

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Hi, I'm a fellow Freedom rider. I've been tracking it on my own. Nice to know my fellow shipmates.

Welcome aboard!

Stinger · 06-19-2007, 08:27 AM

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Found another pic of her! No Stinger, not Kymberly, you perv!

Damn... More Kymberly less boat pics. Though I must admit that picture of the freedom is giving me quite the auto orgasm...

Orgasm. noun. intense or unrestrained excitement.

HEY32G · 06-19-2007, 09:25 AM

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Welcome aboard!

Thank you. Nothing personal, but I'm really looking forward to going our separate ways.

HEY32G · 06-19-2007, 09:35 AM

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dbtran · 06-19-2007, 10:16 AM

Think it will land ahead of schedule?

Stinger · 06-19-2007, 10:43 AM

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Think it will land ahead of schedule?

Not if we are only moving an inch per day...

I'm sure these schedules are fairly accurate, weather permiting.

06-16-2007, 04:58 PM	#89
bmrfam Private 2 Rep 77 Posts Drives: 335is vert & X5 50 Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Laguna iTrader: (0)	These are just some industry pics. I do consulting work at much higher levels in the org so I do not get up close with these guys very often. The pier flip is the best one. It is a series shot. You need to look at pics 19-22 in order. It shows why balanced loading is so important. In this case, I think they were trying to use the ship crane but it was lifting too much weight to far from the vessel. __________________ Current 2013 X5 50 2015 650i vert - Tanzanite Blue
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06-16-2007, 08:34 PM	#91
bmrfam Private 2 Rep 77 Posts Drives: 335is vert & X5 50 Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Laguna iTrader: (0)	The good news is that it is early summer and there are no big Atlantic storms. Late summer can get you hurrican remnants and winter has nasty storms. It has been a while since I heard of one go down out there but it does happen. Mainly in bad seas in those two periods. I just found out I may be in Singapore when she gets here thus prolonging my wait to drive her again. Oh well, I should have known since I only put 13,000 on my e46 in 3 years. __________________ Current 2013 X5 50 2015 650i vert - Tanzanite Blue
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06-16-2007, 11:09 PM	#93
Stinger Major 112 Rep 1,040 Posts Drives: 2007 335i Convertible Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Southern California iTrader: (1) Garage List 2007 335i E93 [7.00] 1993 318is [0.00] 1996 Z3 1.9 [0.00]	E46 is the previous 3-series style. It's the version that came out in 1999 (I believe) and ran until the current model design change. I think the E46 models actully have a bit of an Audi design to them, they're a bit more bubbly looking, especially after the sleek sporty look of the E36 models in the early to late 1990s. You can find out more about the E46 model type here on wikipedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/E46 __________________ http://e93fanatic.blogspot.com
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06-17-2007, 11:24 PM	#95
gerbs woof 84 Rep 1,233 Posts Drives: M6 Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (1) Garage List 2007 BMW 335i Coupé [10.00] 2008 BMW M3 Coupé [10.00] [retired] 2004 Suba ... [0.00]	8 Days to go until she hits the states. Attached Images __________________ 2013 F13 ///M6 Sakhir Orange 2013 F30 335i Estoril Blue II 2008 E92 ///M3 Interlagos Blue 2007 E92 335i Montego Blue
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06-18-2007, 03:00 PM	#96
RacerX64 Private First Class 1 Rep 103 Posts Drives: 335i Sprklng Graphite {Sweet} Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Atlanta, Ga iTrader: (0)	Little closer today 441 Naut Miles traveled in 24 hours Attached Images
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06-18-2007, 03:29 PM	#97
jimbethesda Colonel 1856 Rep 2,302 Posts Drives: M3 (F80) Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Austin iTrader: (0)	callsign is WDB5483
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06-18-2007, 03:48 PM	#98
Stinger Major 112 Rep 1,040 Posts Drives: 2007 335i Convertible Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Southern California iTrader: (1) Garage List 2007 335i E93 [7.00] 1993 318is [0.00] 1996 Z3 1.9 [0.00]	Why bother using the shipping site. I just wait for gerbs and RacerX64 to post a new map. Thanks guys! So, Gerbs...who is the hottie? You still haven't filled me in... __________________ http://e93fanatic.blogspot.com
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06-18-2007, 04:02 PM	#99
RacerX64 Private First Class 1 Rep 103 Posts Drives: 335i Sprklng Graphite {Sweet} Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Atlanta, Ga iTrader: (0)	This URL should take you right to our Freedom http://www.sailwx.info/shiptrack/shi...l?call=WDB5483 Looks like they only report in once a day at 18:00 UTC.
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06-18-2007, 04:47 PM	#100
RacerX64 Private First Class 1 Rep 103 Posts Drives: 335i Sprklng Graphite {Sweet} Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Atlanta, Ga iTrader: (0)	My poor attempt to map out how much further she has to go: Attached Images
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06-18-2007, 04:58 PM	#102
gerbs woof 84 Rep 1,233 Posts Drives: M6 Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (1) Garage List 2007 BMW 335i Coupé [10.00] 2008 BMW M3 Coupé [10.00] [retired] 2004 Suba ... [0.00]	Found another pic of her! No Stinger, not Kymberly, you perv! __________________ 2013 F13 ///M6 Sakhir Orange 2013 F30 335i Estoril Blue II 2008 E92 ///M3 Interlagos Blue 2007 E92 335i Montego Blue
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06-18-2007, 06:46 PM	#103
RacerX64 Private First Class 1 Rep 103 Posts Drives: 335i Sprklng Graphite {Sweet} Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Atlanta, Ga iTrader: (0)	Nice Pic(s). Both Kymberly and Freedom Like the Rainbox effect.
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06-19-2007, 08:09 AM	#104
HEY32G Captain 224 Rep 770 Posts Drives: Z4 sdrive35is Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Texas iTrader: (0)	Hi, I'm a fellow Freedom rider. I've been tracking it on my own. Nice to know my fellow shipmates.
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06-19-2007, 09:35 AM	#108
HEY32G Captain 224 Rep 770 Posts Drives: Z4 sdrive35is Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Texas iTrader: (0)
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06-19-2007, 10:16 AM	#109
dbtran Lieutenant 38 Rep 456 Posts Drives: 2014 BMW M5 - Alpine Join Date: May 2007 Location: Houston, TX iTrader: (26)	Think it will land ahead of schedule?
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