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Pure restoration or get it driving?
BobinVirginia replied to BobinVirginia's topic in General Discussion
@Jack Bennett We're talking about a 1921 Haynes -
Pure restoration or get it driving?
BobinVirginia replied to BobinVirginia's topic in General Discussion
Thanks Jack! I just want to have fun without being shunned!!! Lol -
Pure restoration or get it driving?
BobinVirginia replied to BobinVirginia's topic in General Discussion
My thoughts are get it going as original as possible within my means.- 38 replies
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Pure restoration or get it driving?
BobinVirginia replied to BobinVirginia's topic in General Discussion
Just substituted modern parts to get things going. Not a hack street rod job -
I’ve encountered a couple instances where people can’t afford to completely restore a car. However, they can buy or substitute parts to get it going to live again. What’s the right thing? I want all original but is it better to make something live modified or scrap because it can’t be all original? I’d rather sacrifice a few things to make something live again. Your thoughts? Disclaimer- Super rare important cars don’t apply to this
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What are you working on right now?
BobinVirginia replied to Jeff Perkins / Mn's topic in Our Cars & Restoration Projects
My current project is a 63 SS Impala with all original driveline. Crusty but a fun companion to my 62. My 21 Haynes is a more complex project on hold -
1911 - 1927 Locomobile 48 & 38 Gathering Place
BobinVirginia replied to alsfarms's topic in Locomobile
The cars are cool but, look at slim @edinmass -
1911 - 1927 Locomobile 48 & 38 Gathering Place
BobinVirginia replied to alsfarms's topic in Locomobile
Fantastic! Thanks for sharing -
1911 - 1927 Locomobile 48 & 38 Gathering Place
BobinVirginia replied to alsfarms's topic in Locomobile
Super Cool!! I wish I had more time to see and experience these great vehicles -
What antique car did you drive or ride in today?
BobinVirginia replied to Dandy Dave's topic in General Discussion
My 63 Impala SS project. Original powertrain still intact. Moved my 62 around a bit too. Fun fact for the 63 is that I put tags on it my grandad had on a 63 Pontiac on my car 60 years later. Cool stuff -
1963 Buick Wildcat 2 door coupe $14,999
BobinVirginia replied to John Bloom's topic in "Not Mine" Automobiles For Sale
Cool car for sure -
A great song and tribute to the RAF pilots of WW2
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ZZTop Fandango was the flavor of my short stint in the garage tonight. It was nice to get a little time out there tonight.
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Period images to relieve some of the stress
BobinVirginia replied to Walt G's topic in Period Photos - Pre WWII
Great to see an action pic! It’s really fun carving apex’s up mountain roads in whatever!!! Cool pic -
Period images to relieve some of the stress
BobinVirginia replied to Walt G's topic in Period Photos - Pre WWII
B.O.A.T Bust Out Another Thousand -
Interesting observation on modern car wrecks in Florida….
BobinVirginia replied to edinmass's topic in General Discussion
Truth! A daily/work vehicle that can take a door ding at the grocery or hardware store without worry is a big relief! -
Perhaps someone from the hotrod side of things will see something they’ve never known about in regards to original senior cars? I myself have mainly attended street rod, muscle car and racing events. I’ve found that there’s an entire world of amazing cars that are now orphaned brands. Now to be different, is to be original in my opinion. Everyone has seen a hopped up whatever with a SBC or LS in the engine bay. I’ve become a huge fan of cars from 1935 and prior and love all the different designs and engineering. Several things I didn’t even know existed before joining this forum. I didn’t know how interested I’d be until I learned more about them. Hopefully someone from the Hotrod crowd will find something new to them that’ll drive their car passion in a different direction? After talking with some members here I’ve realized a relaxing pace of a senior car tour better fits where I’m at in life rather than a drag race. I just hope no hot rod guys get stupid with burnouts and ruin things for others.
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1926 Ford Model T Fordor
BobinVirginia replied to ericmac's topic in Our Cars & Restoration Projects
That’s a Campbell’s Can chambered exhaust setup. I’ve seen the less durable aluminum Miller Can setups before. -
Audrain Veteran Car Tour 2023 April 30th Newport RI
BobinVirginia replied to alsancle's topic in General Discussion
I’m really missing out on many cool car events. Work, family, blah blah blah. Glad I can at least see some pics and videos of these great cars and fun here on the forum. Thanks for sharing!!! -
Interesting observation on modern car wrecks in Florida….
BobinVirginia replied to edinmass's topic in General Discussion
That’s really unfair for people buying new cars and paying insurance!! We’re facing repair supply shortages here in the Diesel engine world too. Something as small as head bolt repair sleeves aren’t available globally for 3400 and 3500 Cat engines. Considering a 3516 has 128 head bolt holes by itself, fabricating these repair items can really cause huge delays and added expense. I’m hoping for a change soon. -
Period images to relieve some of the stress
BobinVirginia replied to Walt G's topic in Period Photos - Pre WWII
Proves style is timeless. The age of plastic sucks