Larry,

While I am relatively new to this forum, I can identify with your life path - mine is very similar. I know it can cause one to lose his "sense of humor" over many things now experienced. I can also identify the loss of your father, as mine passed in 1995, leaving me (as an only child) directionless & leaderless. Dealing with his estate was one of the hardest things I've ever had to do.

Having said all that, I do know that from my short time here on the forum you have been one of the few "go-to guys", especially for A/C related info. Your posts have helped me personally & I always look for your posts whether they are A/C related or not.

I have not met you yet, although it would be a great pleasure to do so. I believe that, given things that have happened in our lives, that to have a "grouchy moment" is something that has been earned & should be accepted as such. We all try to be objective here & help where we can. Sometimes the odd poster can "get up our noses" & unleash the grouch. Understandable in my book. The important thing is to get past it, apologize & go on with our love for our MBs.

Good on you, Larry! You have earned my undying respect for your apology & very knowledgable & helpful posts.

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1987 300DT
2002 Ford F-250 7.3 Crew Cab Short Bed