redhorsejacket@lemmy.world to Possum Lodge Skunk Works@sh.itjust.works · 1 month ago

uparmored technical circa 2024, chequamegon bay, WI

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uparmored technical circa 2024, chequamegon bay, WI

redhorsejacket@lemmy.world to Possum Lodge Skunk Works@sh.itjust.works · 1 month ago

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I feel like this skirts the “must represent a genuine attempt at success” rule. Even just a few strips of duct tape would significantly improve the structural integrity.

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