Diesel Rickenbacker Toasters?

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Diesel Rickenbacker Toasters?

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It was only a matter of time before someone else copied them. I believe Kent used to make a similar pickup. I wonder what these Diesel brand pickups sound like?

Has anyone checked the dimensions yet to see if they are accurate in that regard?
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The toaster pickup has been copied many times. There were one or two at this years' NAMM. Somebody in China is making a, er, BOAT load of these without regard to intellectual property protection.
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How good could a pickup be for $23?
It'd be fine for wall art, but a functioning Rick? Not a chance!
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Pretty cheap for a diesel pickup. Make sure your mechanic gives it a good once over.
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I understand they're hard to start when it's cold.
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Yah, and they stink and are smoky too!
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So am I, and I'm cheaper than $23....

(That sounds like an Aitch joke!)
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Gone! Sold!
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No... that's a Jerry joke.... and I like it!! I can't be bought for anything, BTW... ladies excepted - one of my weaknesses. Wish they were as weak as me... Image
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Hehe.... No comment! Image

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None further from me either, Melibee. You're safe, though.... you're spoken for!!

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I'm sorry, Aitch.... Image

That was uncalled for, and not very nice on my part....
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What are you talking about, Melibee? I must have misinterpreted your post..... or you've misinterpreted mine.... It's all good fun and banter!

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