A simple request?

[Tony Duell]

> 
> Lots of people mention devices (of all types) that are in some state of
> transfer (for sale, for a good home, need help in moving, etc.).  While I
> appreciate all of these informative descriptions, I am loathe to respond since
> I don't know if I could be of any help due to distance.
> 
> I would like to recommend that those requesting assistance mention their
> locale.  We here in the USA have these nice devices called ZIP codes which are
> quite helpful.  In other parts of the world, similar postal codes exist, and
> along with a country would indicate to the casual reader (like me) as to what
> level of participation they could achieve.

I would agree. This is an interntational list (which is certainly a Good 
Thing), and the size/nature of the machines discussed here means that 
more help can be given from sombody who is local

As an alternative to a ZIP code/postcode/..., a simple description of 
where you are, along with the country, would be OK I think. Something 
like 'Just north of Bristol, England'. 
 
> Basically I don't have a need to respond to a request for assistance for moving
> a large piece of equipment that is 3000 miles from my home.

Or in my case, seeing the dream machine I've alwaysed wnated, but then 
having this little bit of water in the way...

-tony