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Have thought about that Jim, especially following MrEarl's thread and desires to do that very thing!
This being the first time I have towed anything behind her, going to have to redo the dynaflow I think to ensure her dependability though.
With having put new cardboard down after the garage flooding have noticed a few more drips here and there. (Didn't seem so bad with the old cardboard - new makes it seem worse I guess and will be watching the level more)
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So, NOT exactly the trailer you are thinking of Mr. Earl but...
Had a few likes when I pulled up to do some lawns....
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JUST HAD TO TRY THIS OUT!
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JUST BEAUTIFUL!
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So how desperate is this?
Really put a trailer hitch on her for the purposes of hauling a 15 foot Thompson boat sometime in the future but... had an urge.
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With your involvement with the Eyes On Design Show you must have talked to and seen Steve Plunket's '58.
Seeing the way you are restoring yours, would imagine an award, when you "Show" it, is in your future too!
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Excellent documented tutorial for anyone considering a body off frame restoration Sir!
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Looking forward to your updates Jim!
Having fun is what it is all about for me.
Would you believe I just turned over 1,100 miles since putting her back on the road!
Hope to get over one day before the weather closes in but in the mean time heading to the Orphan Car Show in Ypsilanti next Sunday driving one of my friends Monarch's. With Irma breaking up the forecast looks good for Sunday!
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With work still coming in it is hard to do all the shows I would like to but...
the winter will be coming and have a small list (so far) of things I want to work on when things are slow.
The effects of Irma are not here yet and this time it has given us a system of nice clear weather this past week without the humidity that usually is pushed up from the Gulf.
Having said that, work is still work but with the different settings I get to work in, sometimes one just has to stop and smell the roses.
This is Hiram Walkers distillery Home of Canadian Club on the banks of the Detroit River with the Ren Cen (Gm Headquarters) in the background in Detroit.
Having been lucky enough to have worked here for many years on and off, I have seen this view often. What caught my attention this time is the water level! Being an experienced pleasure boater most of my life and plied this very stretch of the River have never seen it quite this high!
Normally this sea wall is about three feet before the water hits the top!
The small swells you see were created by this.
Like all things, change is inevitable and the only constant is change.
Wisers has actually taken over the property and made it their home but... I'm still working!
Unfortunately sometimes it means missing those weekend car events so... made up for it Monday evening by asking our neighbours last minute if they wanted to join us for dinner going in the Buick?
Having said yes, put the girls in the back seat and off we went.
The drive there was not too cool at all but as soon as the sun starts to set, it's that time of year.
Told my friend that he needs to be in a newer car than the Special to wear that rapper look!
Was a good evening capped at home with sharing a glass of champagne.
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VERY GOOD TO HEAR LARRY!
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The show looks well attended Larry.
Not to bring up an old sore but seeing the few pictures posted presume the organisers are getting it right again?
Sure hope it is so and looks like you two had FUN.
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Clearly defines the thread though...
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Brings to mind the expression, If it ain't broke, don't fix it.
Hang in there. Life is really just a learning curve...
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OK Michael, a bit north of Calgary but... would you believe my Special came from the factory pink also?!
I've seen pictures of a few Cab's in pink and they look really nice!
I think I'll keep mine red if I ever redo her.
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Ya Ben.
Not sure there is an appropriate symbol to give you for the pics (or situation) but know this, my sister lives near Gatlinburg, Tn and last year called me when the fires raged there!
She sent me video and pictures of the fires advancing over the mountain across the Valley where she lives from her phone. They had three vehicles packed up and ready to go if things got closer but here is the thing. The power had gone out earlier and they had no notice of their situation until the distant sky lit up!
My point is this, keep safe young man!
Luck was with my sister as the wind shifted and the rain started which stopped the advance....
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Posting pictures of this past Labour Day Weekend.
With requests to hold space for the group whoever arrived first I had to encourage my wife to hurry up. However, looked outside and isn't it starting to sprinkle!
Now, I wanted to arrive top down and this wasn't looking good plus on top of that , it was only about 58 degrees.... hmmm. I waited it out a bit wiping off the car and last minute carpet cleaning and soon the rain quit so fired her up and drove back to load up for the day.
Told my wife to wear her winter coat and she looked at me kinda funny. I said that we were going topless but the car was all warmed up and the heater was working.
Oh it was cool but arrived to register with number 34 and found one of our group was already there.
We ended up with a total of seven cars all together and the day was coolish but warm out in the sun. (A sure sign the season is a changing.)
One of my friends owns that green '55 Cadillac you see down the row.
While it is not a Buick, I have to tell this story.
A local car shop owner John Banks of Banks Alignment bought it way back and his daughter eventually bought it from him. She owned it for many years and had it repainted and at times was in our Museum on display.
Eventually she and her husband decided to sell it and knew my friend was wanting to own it so a deal was struck. The car needed the usual old car things to make it dependable and Joe took a few years before they were worked out. What was going on behind the scenes was one of our gang had called the daughter and said that she just had to come to the car show as it was imperative they be there! Meantime, there was a call put in to Joe that he just had to drive the Cadillac to the show.
Well, most of us did not know what was being planned and the look on Audrey's face (and ours) when she arrived was PRICELESS!
Naturally Joe had to take her for a ride in her old baby!
T'was a great day.
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Thanks so much Michael!
Canadian and from Alberta too!
Just where abouts would that be sir? Don't tell me Calgary by chance?
Would you believe that's where my Special came from!
I would imagine if your '58 originated from there that it is fairly solid too.
Thanks for following along,
Doug
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Not all that important a dude but he is a fellow car guy and friend. In fact he owns that Mustang sitting beside my Buick.
Ironically it somewhat illustrates my feelings about my car right now.
Sure, I don't want anyone with belt buckles or studded jeans scratching up my battle worn paint but.... Had I spent a tonne of money in body work and paint, I know I would not have enjoyed any car shows seeing what you do here.
Some day I 'm sure it would be nice but I love my driver and making the most of it for now.
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Managed two different car shows this weekend.
This was our clubs semi-annual event on Sunday. Cars and attendance were down but starting out with light showers and cool temps does that.
This was Unifor's annual car show and parade celebrating Labour Day on Monday.
IT'S GOOD TO RUN WITH THE PACK AGAIN!
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Thanks a lot Keith!
Hope you are having a great Labour Day Weekend!
Yesterday was an all day car show at our Club with 7 friends and members of us all grouped together till the 50/50 draw, then we headed back to one of their homes for refreshments and a BBQ.
I'm heading out to another local car show shortly (making the most of the weekend) and post pictures later.
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2 hours ago, Pilgrim65 said:
Like it cause could be 53 special like Ruby?
Naturally!
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OK, it is Saturday afternoon and the Labour Day Weekend has finally started for me.
I squeezed in an hour and a half yesterday to get the new tires on the Special as I want to attend some Car Shows this weekend without worries!
Took a shot today in the driveway that was flooded just 5 days ago.
They are only 3/4 inch versus the 1 1/8 old ones but....
I can live with safety factor.
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No Don, I'm right across the Detroit River in Canada.
I have family in Michigan and until recently have travelled over there quite frequently. Living on a border town it was always common to enjoy the different venues and shopping over there. For the most part it still is but Customs (on both sides) can sometimes make it a bit unpleasant from the old days but if one has nothing to hide, you just answer their questions and eventually they say, you're good to go.
Once I get the new tires on the Special want to go over and take Jefferson Ave right from the Tunnel out to St. Clair Shores and take some shots. Grosse Point is along the Lake and where a lot of Car Executives (and suppliers) built their Mansions. It is a great drive on a warm sunny day.
Stay tuned.
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ME & MY === 1958 Buick, 1958 Buick, 1958 Buick and……..
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Left the Special in the garage this weekend as my friend Joe wanted to take his two Monarchs to the Ypsilanti Orphan Car Show on Sunday.
We have attended this show many times in the past with my Dad taking the Overland, Whippet and Nash at various times so this one I was looking forward to.
Sunday morning started out with BAD fog and delayed our heading out about a 1/2 hour.
Once the sun was above the horizon it soon burned off and the temps all day were perfect.
The white '60 on the left was his dad's car purchased new in 1960 and has it's original interior. He redid the paint about 20 years ago and while still looking good, is starting to show a few bubbles on the rear doglegs.
The blue '59 he picked up about 30 years ago and has gone through things mechanically and has its original interior also.
The white '59 Mercury four door was it's first showing from another owner and bears it's original paint and interior but is the US version versus the Canadian Monarch line. Other than small trim pieces and name badges, basically the same cars.
Sooo many orphan cars to see from this Durant / Star (yes, barn find) coupe, which ran like a top in the pass and review,
To Imperial's, Marmon's, and Packard's!
This one for me was the show stopper of the Packard's!
The design is just so distinctive and classy and being a phaeton.
Now, I love finned cars but had to take time and study what must be one of the last Packard's made.
Still, a beautifully preserved piece of Packard history!
I could post more cars but being this is supposed to be my Buick thread.... will save them for another.
T'was another great day!