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[*] posted on 11-4-2019 at 05:22 PM


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I'm from Coronado and very old. I joined this forum just to observe, I guess I should have kept my mouth shut. What I said is factual, Just ask Tom Carlin or Desh. This is really silly, I know more about Mexico than 75% of you guys combined. ADIOS motherflockers.


Well, tell us some Coco stories, then. Could they possibly be better than the ones we have read here? :O
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[*] posted on 11-4-2019 at 05:42 PM


Quote: Originally posted by c-river  
I'm from Coronado and very old. I joined this forum just to observe, I guess I should have kept my mouth shut. What I said is factual, Just ask Tom Carlin or Desh. This is really silly, I know more about Mexico than 75% of you guys combined. ADIOS motherflockers.


I agree. If you're that easily offended by a one word comment made by a pretty amiable member of the forum, then it's probably your mistake by not remaining a lurker. Forums are a place for free speech, with few limits. Thin skin may be hazardous.

Take up bird watching, that's where you can really use your powers of observation.

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[*] posted on 11-4-2019 at 06:19 PM


Quote: Originally posted by c-river  
I remember him when he was a barker at the BumBum club in the late 50's.


Yes...and lots of stories as to why he had to leave...Molestation comes to mind.
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[*] posted on 11-4-2019 at 06:21 PM


Quote: Originally posted by c-river  
I'm from Coronado and very old. I joined this forum just to observe, I guess I should have kept my mouth shut. What I said is factual, Just ask Tom Carlin or Desh. This is really silly, I know more about Mexico than 75% of you guys combined. ADIOS motherflockers.


Just post lots of pictures and oooooo and ahhhh at the others. You will be fine.
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[*] posted on 11-4-2019 at 07:45 PM


Quote: Originally posted by c-river  
I'm from Coronado and very old. I joined this forum just to observe, I guess I should have kept my mouth shut. What I said is factual, Just ask Tom Carlin or Desh. This is really silly, I know more about Mexico than 75% of you guys combined. ADIOS motherflockers.


LOL--------I too am from Coronado, very old, and have known "Desh" and "Tom Carlin" (and Vince) since the '50's. I believe you, but I bet I can match your knowledge of Baja! LOL This forum can be a little rough, but there are nuggets of wisdom from time to time. Don't leave??? Of course I am very curious about who you are.
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[*] posted on 11-4-2019 at 08:52 PM


Someone please tell us about the BumBum Club. Where was it? When did it close? What kind of club was it? Does anyone have any pictures?
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[*] posted on 11-4-2019 at 09:01 PM


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Someone please tell us about the BumBum Club. Where was it? When did it close? What kind of club was it? Does anyone have any pictures?


I know, I'm all curious now as well... lol.





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[*] posted on 11-4-2019 at 09:07 PM
Adding to the mystery


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[*] posted on 11-4-2019 at 09:07 PM


Quote: Originally posted by c-river  
I'm from Coronado and very old. I joined this forum just to observe, I guess I should have kept my mouth shut. What I said is factual, Just ask Tom Carlin or Desh. This is really silly, I know more about Mexico than 75% of you guys combined. ADIOS motherflockers.


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[*] posted on 11-4-2019 at 10:39 PM


Thanks David for the Facebook link correction.

I think it's pitiful that some who have plenty (relatively speaking) come down hard on a guy that makes his living by whatever means is available to him There is no welfare system (as far as I know) in Mexico to financially support those who are unable to work due to age or illness.

Not a big deal in my mind to watch and listen to him spin a yarn, whether it be "someone stole money from me" or wrong advice on a particular section of road. I have found him to be a Baja icon and take his stories with a grain of salt. I've also dropped stuff off for him and his cats, started a conversation here of him needing batteries for his solar system which proved productive, dropped $20 or more for a coke or a beer every time I'm/we're through there.

Moving out to the new highway will be a challenge for this old guy... expect more stories of his stuff being ripped off, and I'll bet the majority of the stories will be true.

I'm not one to give money to the vagrants standing on the corner, begging for gas money or food money...... they look capable of picking up a shovel and working for an honest days pay,..... but Coco has struck a cord in my heart. His demeanour and stories are his way of finding a way to put food on his table, which doesn't hurt anyone. He isn't a blood sucking leech in our society. I'll continue to stop in, say Hi, listen to his stories and leave a generous contribution to help him out.

When it's time for him to make the final move in years to come, I'll certainly miss the old fart.
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[*] posted on 11-5-2019 at 07:48 AM


I am guessing he is 81 or 82 this year? I am really surprised he is moving. When John M, TMW, ElComandanteLoco (the gang) get back, we will have the details!

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[*] posted on 11-5-2019 at 08:59 AM


Quote: Originally posted by mtgoat666  
Quote: Originally posted by KasloKid  
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A little sad news in Baja. Coco's has to relocate 8km away on the highway. He is taking down all the memorabilia and will rebuild. With the new highway no one stops by anymore... at 80 something...not easy .


How is stumpy going to move all that carnival of chit to a new location?
Stumpy needs to get busy and fleece a few more off-roaders to pay for the move.
One of you fools going to start a gofundme for stumpy?


Some may say goat is being a bit harsh but he forgot to mention the guy's lingerie collection.
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[*] posted on 11-5-2019 at 09:37 AM


Quote: Originally posted by greengoes  


Some may say goat is being a bit harsh but he forgot to mention the guy's lingerie collection.
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And it seems odd to complain about a 20p cold beer after 3 hours of hot dust when 5p for 3 sheets of toilet paper is common on the mainland




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[*] posted on 11-5-2019 at 01:17 PM


The photo above is an indication of someone who really has their head screwed on right. Along with all the ladies who donated.
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[*] posted on 11-5-2019 at 04:24 PM


"Cocos Corner Truck Fund"

Coco has said the new truck that was given to him on the first Go-fund-me is a gas guzzler and he could not afford the gas.

I would thing the simpler solution (rather than another new truck) would be a go-fund-me for a gas ONLY credit card.......

MUCH less money and it solves the problem..

I see the only $670 has been raised and $5,000 is what is wanted.
And it's been going since July 1st.

NOT vary good. I think must people that donated for the first truck are done with it, I know I am...

But I may donate for a GAS fund...




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[*] posted on 11-13-2019 at 09:44 PM
Moving or not moving


When we talked with Coco on Nov 7 he said he still hasn't decided whether to move or not. If he moves it may be along the new roadway around Km 179 (in the area of Las Arrastras) where an acquaintance of his has offered a place for him to set up.

Nothing certain.

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