Article Archive for January 2011

Mattel Disney Pixar Diecast CARS: Where to Shop for CARS
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Posted in Mattel Disney Pixar CARS, Retail on 27 January 2011
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“Por356” was nice enough to make a chart for visitors and travelers on shopping for CARS. Feel free to add to the list in the comments. Thanks! “Por356.” It is a list of places to shop for Cars.  The idea is that others could add to the list. I believe it would be good for […]

Mattel Disney Pixar Diecast CARS: Patokaa & Lug Nutty with Oil Cans – Check IN (“Recall” UPDATE)
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Posted in Mattel Disney Pixar CARS on 27 January 2011
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“Marcus G.” found the latest and (maybe) next to last Toon singles case in SoCal (WM) … I say maybe because there’s only one more case listed after this one with Patokaa & Lug-Nutty with Oil Can … The next case will contain the “Bye Bye CAR” which might be the last Toon single (at […]

For the Other Love in Your Life: White Castle Valentine’s Day Reservations
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Posted in Food on 26 January 2011
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For the love of your life, don’t they deserve one thing that doesn’t waver? And by that, I mean a White Castle burger? Or 10? Yes, this Valentine’s Day (February 14th (this year) 🙂  ), you can make reservations at White Castle. There will be flowers, TABLE SERVICE and a candle … plus a free […]

Mattel Disney Pixar Diecast CARS: Paul Valdez & Chet Boxkaar – Truckin’ Sweetness …
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Posted in Mattel Disney Pixar CARS on 26 January 2011
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If two “dirty grimy” trucks can be sweet – these two are it … Of course, they do like nice at first glance … But once you crack them open … Have you hugged a hauler? It’s all about the details, baby … You can just picture yourself behind one … and shouting, it’s only […]

Jetsetter Super Bowl Packages … Only $23,500
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Posted in Sports, Travel on 25 January 2011
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Packer and Steeler fans will have to travel to the be-enemy city of Dallas (well, Arlington) to watch & root for your team to take home the Lombardi trophy … Sure, you can probably buy some tickets off Craigslist but if you want a full package, Jetsetter.com has ticket packages starting from $7,900 … Packages […]

Mattel Disney Pixar Diecast CARS: Brian Park Motors & Chuck Cables Out in UK
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Posted in Mattel Disney Pixar CARS on 25 January 2011
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“Matt Martin” sends us nice finds from the UK. Brian Park Motors … You can check out more OPEN PICS from this post. And welcome the nicest and largest accessory CAR … (though we could do a weigh-off against Stanley). Chuck ‘Choke’ Cables … He does look vaguely familiar … But great camera. CLOSE UP! […]

Disney Pixar CARS 2: Download Film Trailer, Gallery & More
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Posted in Advertising, Disney Pixar, Disney Pixar CARS 3, Film on 24 January 2011
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The CARS 2 teaser trailer, preview trailer & new Lightning McQueen 360 view short is now available for download at the Apple Movie Trailer site. If you click on WATCH NOW, you get a choice of resolutions to download including the massive 1080P version or even one ready to drop into your iPod or iPhone. […]

M2 Acylic Display Cases – Nice for Mattel Disney Pixar Piston Cup Racers
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Posted in diecast, Mattel Disney Pixar CARS, Retail, Toys on 24 January 2011
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For those who have been looking for a nice display for your Mattel Disney Pixar Piston Cup racers, M2 offers an option that is great on pricing for a solid Acrylic Display Case – though not 100% perfect … The 5-pack sells for around $5.50 so basic pricing is great. But as you can also […]

Disney California Adventures: CARS LAND “Topping Out”
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Posted in Mattel Disney Pixar CARS on 23 January 2011
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““Topping out” is a traditional construction event among construction workers and engineers that takes place when the highest piece of steel is installed on the frame of a building. As part of the tradition, the final beam is painted white and signed by the ironworkers, steel design engineer and construction management. This piece of steel […]

How Stuff Works: How Muppets Work
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Posted in Film, Toys, TV on 23 January 2011
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Everything you wanted to know how to operate a Muppet … (okay, spoiler and magic of muppets alert – if you don’t want to know, don’t read, cover your ears and go lalalalalalalalala). Via HOW STUFF WORKS … and yes, EVERYTHING and MORE than you might want to know.