David K
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From 'bbbait' (Wayno): Coco Needs Truck Battery, + photos from last week
The night before I left on the copter ride, Wayno sent me a bunch of photos to share. I replied back I could do it after I go back, so I assumed he
would put out the word on Nomad. I just heard from him that he is on the road and cannot post beyond Facebook... so here is the pics and messages from
Wayno. PS I did tell Cameron about this, but the Coco Corner visit was scrubbed if there was anything we could have done.
OK, now from Wayno of BB Bait & Tackle in Blythe, CA:
If you want, you could post on the "Cocos battery" photo his predicament. He blew is battery up and is dead in the water. He's not to worried about
it at the moment, but he needs to be in Guerrero Negro July 20th to sign legal papers to retain his social security. So he will need a ride or a
battery by then. I doubt I will be going again that soon, but would gladly donate a battery for him if someone is heading that way. Only trouble
is I am in Blythe...
Coco's truck, Chevy 3500, 350 engine
His battery blew up!
[pics of Gonzaga Bay, Arroyo Santa Maria bridge construction, Coco, battery area, Ensenada fish market]
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I was thinking of going down the pacific side the week of the 13th to do a little surf fishing. I can take him a battery on the way down.
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I'll be down on Monday the 14th with a battery for Coco.
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David K
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How super! Thanks Tom for your kindness to Mr. Coco!
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What David K said....
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Ditto!!!
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John M
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fresh tomatoes
If you have the chance Tom, remember that he loves fresh tomatoes - we took him a half dozen and four were gone in the blink of an eye!
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Tomatoes it will be. I'd take him some from my garden but the skins are really tough this year and they're on the small size.
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very generous, he always likes limes also.
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Last time at Coco's he asked if we could get replacement wheels for his wheelchair. After looking it over we came to the conclusion that trying to
match up wheels/hub mounts and all the rest would be very tough. So we figure a newer wheelchair would be better. It seems the "tire" surface of his
current wheelchair is so banged up it is very tough for him to roll it over the dirt. Two dimensions are crucial for him, seat height and seat width.
We took measurements of his current chair, showing a seat width of 17+" is ok, and the ground to seat height needs to be at 19" - don't know if these
are a standard dimension or not.
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There are lots of wheelchairs on ebay in the $100 range. But I assume the arm rails would have to be removed. Not sure if a brace would need to be
added for support. I'll look closer at Cocos chair and take multiple pictures to compare. As to just the wheels I'll get the make of the chair and
pictures of the wheels to see if they can be matched.
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wheel info
Tom, I have that, I'll post it later today. Having issues with photobucket in that I get a warning of sorts almost soon as I open it.....If I can't
get into photobucket I'll email the make and all that to you this afternoon. John
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| Quote: | Originally posted by John M
Tom, I have that, I'll post it later today. Having issues with photobucket in that I get a warning of sorts almost soon as I open it.....If I can't
get into photobucket I'll email the make and all that to you this afternoon. John |
John, email me any photos you want to show here.
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I got some info from John on the wheelchair. One of the options was a bigger rear tire which would make it easier for Coco to get around. When I get
back we can research it further. I can take a new chair to him almost anytime once we decide on it. I'm shopping this afternoon after motocross and
will pick up tomatoes, limes, etc. I grow lemon cucumbers and will take him some, thay are great.
Heard from XRphlang and he is joining us after Cocos at Santa Rosalillita for some fishing and exploring as we make our way up the coast and take
pictures of all the surf spots.
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Battery delivered on Monday July 14th. His truck was in Puertecitos being rewired when we got to his place. Also gave him a bag of Roma tomatoes and
lemon cucumbers. A big box of Famous Amos chocolate chip cookies, instant coffee, a bag of rice and pinto beans and of course a 30 lb bag of cat food
for his furry friends.
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| Quote: | Originally posted by TW
Battery delivered on Monday July 14th. His truck was in Puertecitos being rewired when we got to his place. Also gave him a bag of Roma tomatoes and
lemon cucumbers. A big box of Famous Amos chocolate chip cookies, instant coffee, a bag of rice and pinto beans and of course a 30 lb bag of cat food
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Great news Tom!!  
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Great job
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Maybe someone could get one of these for Coco.
http://www.coastal.ca.gov/access/beach-wheelchairs.html
Our philosophy: “Life is a journey to the grave.” It is not our intention to arrive safely, in a good looking and well-preserved body, but rather to
slide in broadside, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming: Wow!! What a ride!
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Wheelchair
Unfortunately these (per the story) usually require someone to push - Coco cannot use that style.
I've been looking into other chairs and will try to post what I find. So far I've located one manufacturer that has wider tires with some sort of
insert to make the wider tires flat proof. Sorta pricey at just a bit over $600 - more research needs to be done.
John M
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