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   (3 votes) #1: gblawson wrote in New question rant

   Hahaha
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   (2 votes) #2: Tim Baxter wrote in Any CLassic Car You Would refuse if Given to You?

   Rupunzell, you have a knack for making a point forcefully, but even a point made well doesn't necessarily make it right. Fact is with any classic car, there are problem areas, and those problems are probably going to be exacerbated by years of use and misuse. It's true no matter ...
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   (2 votes) #3: Tim Baxter wrote in Any CLassic Car You Would refuse if Given to You?

   Well, again, you make your point well, but that doesn't make it right. You may think I'm too too dumb to understand you, but I'm not too dumb to understand that a questionable hub design does not mean a Triumph is a bad car any more than a bad head ...
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   (2 votes) #4: mattmacklind wrote in Any CLassic Car You Would refuse if Given to You?

   So, the message I'm taking is that the TR6 is roughly the design equivalent of the 1992 Ford Explorer. I'm shocked to say the least. I for one will be writing my congressman, and demanding an investigation into this "vintage car" obsession. How do we protect the children from the ...
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   (2 votes) #5: André Rousseau wrote in Rain

   Speaking of wet. http://www.gt6.ca/09/0711/index.html Just used my point and shoot camera too much rain for the DSLR.
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   (2 votes) #6: ronbros wrote in off the beaten path

   IM so far off the beaten path, I had to start a new one! its incredable how new ideas can come up without tryin, when you are free in your mind like No work to do, No stress about anything worth worrin about, just an active mind , and free ...
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   (2 votes) #7: André Rousseau wrote in "Do I like fixing rust"?

   Welding can be a soulful experience. Specially when you discover your on fire.
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   (2 votes) #8: André Rousseau wrote in Loaded question

   The latest poll is a loaded one. Ok my GT6 is not stock. Some fun bits on her to well make it more exciting. BUT everything I've done is "reversible." So I voted updated. A.
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   (1 vote) #9: steved033 wrote in Barn finds still exist!!

   Hey gang, I just ran into and purchased the newest barn find. 1957 Austin Healey 100-6. 1 owner, Primrose Yellow with black interior, hard and soft tops. Here's a pic on the flatbed after we gave it a little scrub. it seems to be mostly surface rust.
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    (1 vote) #10: David S. Wallens wrote in Guitar

    Andre, go listen to some Who. Entwistle was a genius.
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    (1 vote) #11: Nick wrote in Under-appreciated classics

    I just saw the word "Volvo" so I figured I'd throw in something of a custom street rod that gets my respect and love...this one has Volvo power...though of course I'm thinking of something built along these lines but maybe with a 1JZGTE motor and great handling
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    (1 vote) #12: André Rousseau wrote in Going to vintage races -Mosport

    We witnessed the accident. Our camp site is in the clearing opposite side of the tower. From what we could tell, the car lost some body parts and bounced off the wall flipping through the air before landing on its wheels upright. It happened too fast and I do not ...
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    (1 vote) #13: Luke wrote in Stand the test of time?

    Probably not quite what you're looking for, but I find old cars interiors smell fantastic, and are often unique to each marque/era. Sitting in my friend's 80s Alfa, it smells the same as my 80s Alfa - a comforting scent of fake wood and vinyl trim. Lean into the open ...
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    (1 vote) #14: Rupunzell wrote in Readers rides contest

    It is interesting that the X1/9 is NOT included in the "Fabulous 50". The real question is why not? The idea of using a transverse front wheel drive engine and transaxle, moving the entire package to the middle of the chassis layout to create a low cost mid-engine car is ...
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    (1 vote) #15: David S. Wallens wrote in Do you drive your classic to work?

    Thanks to those who sent me photos--keep the coming. If I can be picky, photographing the car at work scores more bonus points.
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    (1 vote) #16: Jerry From LA wrote in Living with a LBC

    Luke, There is a compromise position. I know it's not what you asked but consider an early Mazda MX-5/Miata (whatever they're called Down Under). You get all the good noises, air conditioning, a great transmission, and better performance all around than any LBC. Spend a couple of weekends sorting the ...
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    (1 vote) #17: jm1na wrote in Living with a LBC

    Luke, I have to chime in on the Miata thing. I have an '80 MGB(no overdrive, 111,000 kms) and a '91 Miata(147,000 kms). I've had a few spitfires and minis as well. You need to weigh the romantic notions of driving an old classic daily with driving something with more ...
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    (1 vote) #18: racerdave600 wrote in Living with a LBC

    And trust me, old Miatas can stil smell like mold! I recently sold my '91 BRG Miata, and have regretted it since it drove away. For daily driving, the Miata is about as good as it gets while still keeping the proper sports car feel. ...
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    (1 vote) #19: Tim Baxter wrote in Tech Questions IN Classic Motorsports

    I think your confusing a common oil leak with the patented BMC active rust-inhibitor system, which continually dumps oil on the undercarriage to limit corrosion.
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    (1 vote) #20: foxtrapper wrote in Any CLassic Car You Would refuse if Given to You?

    It's not so much individual cars that I would not take, but the overwhelming of my resources so I can't enjoy them that would stop me. Btdt before, where I've had so many cars I couldn't maintain them all. It was no longer fun. While I'm sure there are various ...
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    (1 vote) #21: blackrabbit wrote in Any CLassic Car You Would refuse if Given to You?

    AMEN Tim, I think your on the money. some folks just like to voice opinions just to entice someone into arguing with them.. frustratingly that was the one thing i saw none of here while i was "lurking" before signing up. and i liked it!! Thanks for a good site/forum...
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    (1 vote) #22: Brett Melancon wrote in Any CLassic Car You Would refuse if Given to You?

    This does not need to become an "us vs them" argument. I have had British sports cars and have had Italian. I love them both and know that each marque has design flaws, that is actually part of the character of the marque. The perception that Japanese cars are trouble ...
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    (1 vote) #23: Greg Voth wrote in If it ain't broke don't fix it!!

    1st gen RX-7s have a limiter??? Not any that I have owned. I had a clutch blow up on the 1-2 shift as well. Only had about 700 miles on the clutch at the time. No one decided to marry me after that although my girlfriend loves (or at least ...
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    (1 vote) #24: aeronca65t wrote in Gravel roads

    Ah, dirt and gravel roads.....*now* you're talking a subject that's near and dear to my heart. Before I did any formal motorsports, I "raced" woods cars. Best race car training anyone could ever have. Here's my *first* woods car (below). An old (1951) Austin A-40. Got it for $20 when ...
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    (1 vote) #25: aeronca65t wrote in Teapot is Home.

    My Austin A-35 Future Goofy Vintage Racer is home. By Spring '10, it will be a proper Flying Teapot. It's a '58 with a 948 and smoothcase trans (just like a Bugeye). I drove almost 1000 miles on Saturday to collect it. Much of it through a lake-effect snow storm ...
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    (1 vote) #26: KaptKaos wrote in Avanti? Other undervalued Classics?

    I like the Avanti for it's style and it's cheap mechanicals. They are priced WAY too highly for what they are, but then again they weren't cheap when new.
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    (1 vote) #27: aeronca65t wrote in Shaken & Stirred: Racing Classic Astons at Spa

    Once in while when I hear stuff like this, I think about joining the modern era and buying a TV. Then I look at all these car projects that I have and I say, "Nahhh!"
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    (1 vote) #28: Jensenman wrote in Stupid, but fun cars

    I'd do a Jagrolet or Jord as well. The 351W would make a nice swap in an XJS. The one caveat: it would have to be a manual tranny.
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    (1 vote) #29: ddavidv wrote in my x1/9

    I did a brake master cylinder on a X1/9 I bought for $75. I swore it was the last time I'd do that job, and since Fiat brake hydraulics need replacement about as often as the timing belt, that meant no more X1/9s for me. A pity, as aside from ...
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    (1 vote) #30: Brett Melancon wrote in my x1/9

    Well, this would be true if you could even still get good quality replacements. I went through 4 clutch masters in 7 years! That is unacceptable in my book. This is the biggest weakness on these cars and most likely, most common reason that people junk one.
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    (1 vote) #31: Leo Basile wrote in Driving 1000 miles in a classic

    Id drive around the world in my Morgan...With the windscreen folded.
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    (1 vote) #32: aeronca65t wrote in Teapot is Home.

    Good to see everyone is busy with their classic out there! I just celebrated a birthday and a friend sent this amazingly suitable card---see below (I have no idea where he found it?) The inside said " At our age, pit stops are a given!" Pretty funny! ...
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    (1 vote) #33: Tim Baxter wrote in Going to a hot rod show

    I think there's two kinds of car guys: the ones who like *their* car, and the ones who like cars. If it's the first group, it's never any fun. Even if you have the same kind of car, yours isn't as good as theirs somehow. If it's the second group, ...
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    (1 vote) #34: dougie wrote in Everyone have a good weekend?

    Great weekend.............. With the help of my wonderful wife (see very understanding) I spent Saturday, my 45 birthday, wrestling the motor out of the race car. New cam, head work, carbs. and dyno to follow, happy birthday to me. Dougie <a href="">
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    (1 vote) #35: Tim Baxter wrote in Everyone have a good weekend?

    There's nothing inherently wrong with the way Lucas did things. 99% of all problems with British electrics are due to bad grounds and prior owners.
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    (1 vote) #36: bravenrace wrote in Everyone have a good weekend?

    "There's nothing inherently wrong with the way Lucas did things. 99% of all problems with British electrics are due to bad grounds and prior owners. " Well, bad grounds are an indication of them doing something inherently wrong, IMO. Add in uninsulated and poorly designed wire connectors, poorly designed light ...
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    (1 vote) #37: bravenrace wrote in Overlooking classic-car rivalries?

    I've never been one to rate one brand over another. I like all cars! ... But not necessarily all car owners.
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    (1 vote) #38: Joe Gearin wrote in Hello Old Friend (Ferrari Content)

    This is a little long, but hopefully you will enjoy the story: About 15 years ago met a girl in Barrington IL and we started to date. Her sister had a gearhead boyfriend, so it always worked out well when we'd all get together. The girl and I moved out ...
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    (1 vote) #39: Coupefan wrote in Longest trip in an older classic

    Distance is a state of mind. Especially when the wife is complaining about the loud exhaust (my custom exhaust system). So even a 10 mile trip is comparable to going across the country listening to that nagging.
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    (1 vote) #40: Carl Heideman wrote in Midget project going to Carlisle

    We've got a 3.9 rear end in the car and it hasn't been rebuilt to limited slip yet--it will be. We've got hardened axles and double-bearing hubs from the Winner's Circle to overcome the weak link in Midget rear ends. The engine revs to 7500+ RPM, so we launch at ...
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    (1 vote) #41: ddavidv wrote in Classic Car values

    Sounds like you either have a recent hire or an adjuster that works as an independent and is lazy. The data is out there to come up with a basic value. There are several guide books that can be used such as NADA for collectible cars, CPI (Cars of Particular ...

42. (1 vote) #42: Dpvog wrote in Featured reader rides ??

    In reply to Sownman: Fiats in general and X1/9s in particular have an extremely loyal following. They tend to be enthusiastically represented in any forum where people gather to talk about foreign cars from the sixties and seventies. While a Fiat may not be the "best" of the reader's rides ...
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    (1 vote) #43: Tim Baxter wrote in Featured reader rides ??

    Steve, I agree with you, the Jags SHOULD have more votes. So give 'em your vote! I've given them mine. It's simple, really... if you think great cars are overlooked, vote for 'em. If you don't like a car, don't vote for it. Your votes (and comments, and updates) determine ...
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    (1 vote) #44: BrettM wrote in Featured reader rides ??

    Hey Steve, I sense that you are irritated by all of this. It really is nothing more than a friendly forum that had a run on Fiats a while back. I am sure that the X1/9s near the bottom of the list did nothing to "piss" anyone off, they may ...
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    (1 vote) #45: David S. Wallens wrote in Alfas?

    This will probably jinx both deals, but two staff members are on the verge of buying Alfas. Both deals came together separately. (And don't worry, we like Fiats, too.)
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    (1 vote) #46: Roostah wrote in Featured reader rides ??

    Sownman wrote:

    Tim Baxter wrote: Yes twelve I'm certain most Ferrari owners have an X 1/9 tucked away for the days they really want some fun on the road. Jeez get real. Steve

    I know of ATLEAST 3 Ferrari owners whom also own X-1/9's. Your drivel bores me. In ...

47. (1 vote) #47: abec wrote in Featured reader rides ??

    Sownman wrote: 19 of the top 20 cars ? 43 votes ? "Hey guys go over to this forum and everybody register and vote for every Fiat" Can anybody here actually imagine any single car of the several hundred with 2 or 3 votes every coming close to 43 votes ...

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    (1 vote) #48: BrettM wrote in Featured reader rides ??

    It is kinda like a train wreck.
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    (1 vote) #49: Robmose wrote in FIAT X1/9 Project?!?

    I think it would be a great idea. As long as its yellow
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    (1 vote) #50: NOHOME wrote in 2+2 recommendation?

    I own an MGB GT, Once thalidomide was removed from the market, the pool of backseat passengers dried up for this car. How about a nice domestic? The Mustang would make a great driver and should fall in the budget if you don't get too picky about collector value stuff. ...

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