Odds ‘n Sods:

Reader J.L. has very kindly expanded my “List of Lists” spreadsheet. It is now available for free download. (Note that this spreadsheet and the information contained therein are for your personal, non-commercial use only–not for re-posting or re-publishing in any from. This is copyrighted material. All rights reserved.)

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Tip: Blender and Mason Jar. (Thanks to Justin M. for the link.)

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Troy H. wrote to mention a company in Seattle, Washington that does Electric Car Conversions. JWR’s Comment: FWIW, I have several friends and consulting clients that have bought or built their own electric vehicles. These include several that have converted electric golf carts into ATVs (with larger tires and heavy duty suspension work), two that bought a Bad Boy Buggies, and one who is presently converting an MG Midget (similar to this) with an electric fork lift motor, to use as a short distance commute car.

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Linda U. spotted this: Have container, will settle: Couple homesteading in the woods of Ellsworth with a unique spin on housing. The article notes: “More information about the couples’ endeavor can be found online at their blog, www.thearkhaus.com.” In their blog you’ll see photos of an older (pre-1987) W123 chassis diesel Mercedes and a U.S. Army surplus Deuce-and-a-half truck with a shop van. Those are both wise choices, since they can run on biodiesel or even home heating oil, in a pinch. Other than not getting married first, this couple is starting off on the right foot! Living in a northern clime like Maine, they need to start cutting firewood, pronto!