Paul Root wrote:
> Well, I don't know. Back when I was in 9th grade, my
> Science teacher was of the opinion that we should take all
> non metric things and throw them in an ocean and make a new
> reaf. Back then, let's see, was that '78/79 or so? There was
> political talk and maybe even a pseudo plan to convert to
> metric. Everything made in the US was with Standard English
> sizes.
Am I wrong? I thought the Dodge was all metric.
> Now, there is no glimmer of a plan. Not on any politicians
> radar. However, many things made are using Metric.
I have a nice hodge-podge of every kind of wrench in my toolbox, metric
and SAE, all resting peacefully together, maybe even a whitworth or two
in there. They never argue about God or blow anybody up. I just use the
one that's appropriate. ;)
> Maybe we're further along than we think. We all think in
> English weights and measures.
They are more human-friendly than the metric system, which is more
number-friendly.
> I think I like it better this way. The less Politicians are
> in my life the better.
Yes! (High Five!) Can't disagree with that!!
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