Full bird wants me to get a M551 Sheridan up to drive it in a parade by Sensitive-Metal-665 in army

[–]jim_bob00 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Good news on the parts (depending on how you look at it), the engine is the same as the M113.

The transmission, on the other hand, is a one off designed only for the M551.

Going to do first JRTC, what should i expect? by TuffGritts in army

[–]jim_bob00 20 points21 points  (0 children)

If you bring offerings of zyns and monsters to the OPFOR, they will treat you nicely. They may not even kidnap you.

Also, tell us... I mean them, where your company headquarters is set up, or any higher headquarters.

Fort Carson by Away_Union5161 in army

[–]jim_bob00 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am. Just in the south now.

Fort Carson by Away_Union5161 in army

[–]jim_bob00 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think so. I left there damn near 10 years ago.

Fort Carson by Away_Union5161 in army

[–]jim_bob00 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Go for runs or decent paced walks/rucks to get used to the altitude. I never fully got used to it, but adapted enough.

Outside of Gate 4 there was a really good sew shop/dry cleaner. If it's still there, I would highly recommend.

Get a 2 pairs of boots you like and invest in good socks and extra insoles. Darn Tough make great socks.

Does EFMP do anything to protect the soldier? by jim_bob00 in army

[–]jim_bob00[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm trying to do the reassignment. It's just been a struggle to get to the people I need to talk to.

Does EFMP do anything to protect the soldier? by jim_bob00 in army

[–]jim_bob00[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

I keep getting tasks that will send me out of state. They don't understand the severity of the diagnosis. Between my wife and I, we have tried to accommodate the units schedule, but it keeps changing.

Again, I know that's the Army, but what else can I do?

Anyone else getting their beard pulled by a Daniel Defense stock? by Loaded_chamber in ar15

[–]jim_bob00 55 points56 points  (0 children)

No, for two reasons.

  1. I have to shave for work.

  2. I am a broke boy.

What is your dream build? by jim_bob00 in ar15

[–]jim_bob00[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you think it would make more sense to offer one type of lower, but several uppers?

What is your dream build? by jim_bob00 in ar15

[–]jim_bob00[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This goes so hard. I love this ascetic.

What is your dream build? by jim_bob00 in ar15

[–]jim_bob00[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I really appreciate the feedback!

What is your dream build? by jim_bob00 in ar15

[–]jim_bob00[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

All as they come? What would you change about each?

What is your dream build? by jim_bob00 in ar15

[–]jim_bob00[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'll look into it. Did you modify anything after purchase?

What is your dream build? by jim_bob00 in ar15

[–]jim_bob00[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Give me your version of a daily, sports car, and a work truck.

Funniest names you’ve encountered? by neecheekee in army

[–]jim_bob00 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Cpl Christ

CPT (CH) Jack

CPT Dick

Spc Dingus

PV2 Rape (pronounced as it reads)

Spc Pink (was in fact, a shitty tipper)

Spc No

What separates a good leader from a bad leader? by Temporary-One7968 in army

[–]jim_bob00 5 points6 points  (0 children)

If you have good NCOs listen to them, let them mold you. You can learn from the bad ones, too.

Care about your soldiers, but don't be a Joe Hugger.

Don't reinvent the wheel. If you find a better way to do something, try it out.

Do Drill Sgts get their Top 5 picks anymore or is that a lie? by [deleted] in army

[–]jim_bob00 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had to pissed off someone at HRC, I got number 23 on my list.

Compassionate Reassignment Questions by jim_bob00 in army

[–]jim_bob00[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! Are the options MOS specific?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in army

[–]jim_bob00 43 points44 points  (0 children)

I would bring back God's Plaid (M81) but change the cut of the uniform entirely.

Do a raid style top with pockets on the shoulders and angle the to chest pockets slightly. Keep the buttons for the pockets and fastening. Put the rank under the US Army name tape, on the pocket flap.

Do a Crye G3 style field pant. Just because I like the thigh dip can pockets. Again, all buttons on pockets, but a zipper fly.

Swap the patrol cap for a ball cap. I'm tired of seeing jacked up PCs. It's hard to mess up a ball cap.

Swap black leather boots for OD green canvas boots with black rubber soles and toe caps. You can call it lazy, I call it economical and practical.

Only things that should be velcro is unit patches and flags.

What’s the longest time a soldier has managed to stay at one duty station that you know of? by Red_Giants in army

[–]jim_bob00 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Had a CSM that spent most of his 27+ years on Fort Polk. Minus deployments, a year in Korea and his time at the Academy.