i live in north Florida, which is practically south. (wife hates when I say that). have always wanted and finally "pulled the trigger"; a Melroe 600. Still have lots to learn, but think tgeses olde machine are very simple. My interests are just about anything outdoors. I'm a "weekend fsrmer/machinery operator and also have a '52 Farmall Supera that runs great after I stoped using ethamol gas. Same is true for my Stihl equioment. I also like college football. Today has been a great day with all the top 25 matchups. MelDawg