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Oct 18, 2016 12:38:47 GMT
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Been real busy lately. Not sleeping much at all. Quite tired and my back is killing me too. Headed back to St Louis via Backroads America today so probably 400 miles to go. Updates later when I get time. Clem, myself (tired) and Bomp (Greg) this morning. You can see who needs sleep. Todd Robert Johnson on the other hand......... wide awake. Off in a bit. Later guys.
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Oct 18, 2016 13:18:39 GMT
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trucks, trucks trucks...what awesome examples...love the flames on that camaro hood!
wow
Jp
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I know its spelled Norman Luxury Yacht, but its pronounced Throat Wobbler Mangrove!
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retrolegends
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Winging it.....Since 1971.
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Oct 18, 2016 18:45:46 GMT
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Awesome updates pal, love the Satelite and the flames are incredible on the Camaro, there's no wonder you look knackered tho with the amount your cramming in!
Oh and now I've got "The futures so bright i got talent wear shades" going around in my head!!
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1974 Hillman Avenger 1500DL1992 Volvo 240SE1975 Datsun Cherry 100a flying custard1965 Hillman SuperMinx Rock N Roller1974 Austin Allegrat Mk1 1.3SDL1980 Austin Allegro Mk3 1.3L1982 Austin Allegro Mk3 on banded steels2003 Saab 9-3 Convertible 220bhp TurboNutter1966 Morris Minor 1000 (Doris) 2019 Abarth 595C Turismo (not retro but awesome fun) www.facebook.com/DatsunCherry100a
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trucks, trucks trucks...what awesome examples...love the flames on that camaro hood! wow Jp The whole of that Camaro was great as was the other dtuff.
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Awesome updates pal, love the Satelite and the flames are incredible on the Camaro, there's no wonder you look knackered tho with the amount your cramming in! Oh and now I've got "The futures so bright i got talent wear shades" going around in my head!! Certainly going home more tired than when I came here. But its a great privilege.
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Now back in St Louis at Dennis' place. Back to the road trip story. Got to Steve "Bib Overalls" and his wife Belinda and Lulu the most awesome dogs place in Jonesboro late afternoon. Steve had a load of stuff lined up for us to do from hotrod shops, home garages and restaurants etc. So after I relaxed a bit we got back into the Challenger and drove accross Jonesboro, Arkansas to one of his friends Marty Lilly and his shop U-Wish Hotrods. Car talk, beers, liquor, Kettle Crisps and sweet and salt popcorn on a Friday night. Hell Yeahh !!! Quite liked this Farm truck. Being built "in secret" for a customer for his dad. Later we went out for dinner and then home. Chatting till late. Next morning up early to get out to breakfast Scrambled eggs, crispy American smoked bacon and pancakes with loads of whipped butter and Maple syrup. When we finished breakfast and left, this regular was out front as well. Only in America. Daily driver. From there we headed off to pick up Steves friend Larry Henderson of Trumann, Arkansas. He is a fun and funny guy with a home shop as well. He would be joining us for the trip to George Poteets place. Next part soon.
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Steve, Larry and myself. Great trip. Juvnile humour again. Service resumed asap. Steve, Larry and myself. Great trip. . Bedtime now. Its been a long day.
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Last Edit: Oct 19, 2016 2:55:43 GMT by grizz
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Oct 19, 2016 13:54:42 GMT
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So a few hours in the truck with two old rodders later we arrive at George Poteets Ranch. No idea how Steve finds places. But the man has an innate ability to memorise routes from a single exposure or simple notes. He proved that a few times while I was with him. He also has an encyclopaedic knowledge of all sorts of stuff and his list of contacts and real heavy hitters in the industry that he counts as friends scared me. The man is connected and people want to know him. I have known him for many years now and never knew just how impressed I would be. All the buildings are numbered. Several houses, workshops and all the hangars all with air being circulated constantly. George has several cars (maybe dozens?) that are on loan to various displays and museums etc. But the cars here were staggering. My first photo was this one. Wish I knew the story behind it. Tom Dulaney, who was one of Georges school teachers is now caretaker on the site and lives in one of the houses. What a gentleman. Truely. Sharp as a whip too. Loads of interesting stuff, stock, tools and parts. Much of it NOS. And then the Million Dollar car. The Moal built piece of art. Its an older car and builds are worth millions these days but it has history and many neat touches. From the small shop we are sent a mile accross the property to find Bobby Madden the resident me hanic who looks after the fleet as well as Hutch who is to be our personal guide at the brand new shop. The old workshop along with a bunch of cars was destroyed by a Tornado. With cars, four post lifts etc being picked up and thrown about. Some large benches, toolboxes etc were never found but in their place the storm left some transmissions/gearboxes. Not sure if people have fallen asleep yet or moved on but I need to go shopping now so a further update later for those still onboard.
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Last Edit: Oct 19, 2016 14:19:15 GMT by grizz
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Oct 19, 2016 18:58:27 GMT
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Hi Grizz,
I've just caught up with your thread over the past week or so, and it's been a really amazing write up and I've loved reading it. The truck build and your road trip diary have both been amazing, but I love all the little projects in between too, I've found it all really interesting and am looking forward to seeing what's next!
All the best, Andrew
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2001 Mk4 Golf - Not retro yet but getting there
Some cars I've owned: '91 Renault Clio 1.4 RT '96 Peugeot 306 2.0 XSi (the one that got away) '96 Vauxhall Astra Euro'96 Gold edition '97 Renault Laguna 2.0 RT '98 Mk3 Golf GTI Colour Concept '00 PT Cruiser
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Oct 19, 2016 21:25:15 GMT
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Still here... Yup.
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Oct 19, 2016 21:41:02 GMT
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Hi Grizz, I've just caught up with your thread over the past week or so, and it's been a really amazing write up and I've loved reading it. The truck build and your road trip diary have both been amazing, but I love all the little projects in between too, I've found it all really interesting and am looking forward to seeing what's next! All the best, Andrew Thanks for the replies guys. Andrew, thank you for your write up. I add stuff both as tutorials but also keep a record for my own reference. Glad you got caught up. More from the small shop. Check out the rivited copper seat. Then we headed up to the big shop. We all just walked around the workshop freely. Steve had a long deep conversation about engine rebuilds and special tools with Bobby Madden and Larry and Hutch were talking drags...... and I took some photos. This is where cars are checked, set up and repaired. Did I mention George DRIVES his cars.
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Bit more to add in. After this lot, Hurch took us out to the hangers. Suffice be it to say. Mind Blown. Ow look at this sheet very closely. Every car had one of these on the front seat. Kept up to date by the guys. This sort of attention to detail is very impressive.
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I'm along for the ride too Grizz. I was in the Isle of Wight for a week and had no internet but I've just spent an hour catching up. Very jealous of your adventures.
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eurogranada
Europe
To tinker or not to tinker, that is the question...
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Also still following along...
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Oct 20, 2016 11:38:25 GMT
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Of course we are still here, this is awesomeness on an epic scale. I cant be the only one jealous as hell!!
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Got a garage now but still no car. Plenty of ideas tho!
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Oct 20, 2016 11:56:15 GMT
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I don't know if a trip gets any better, Grizz......but do you remember actually contemplating whether or not to go?
The amount of automotive history both stock, racing, hot rod, NOS & aftermarket are staggering.
um...yeah, along for the ride...this is awesome.
no sleepy eyes over here.
JP
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I know its spelled Norman Luxury Yacht, but its pronounced Throat Wobbler Mangrove!
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Oct 20, 2016 12:40:41 GMT
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Grizz, i've been away from the forum for a couple of weeks and was very pleased to login and spend the last few hours catching up on your travels. Looks like you're having a great time and i'm pleased to hear the nomance is going well. All the best and enjoy the remainder of the trip. Phil
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Oct 20, 2016 15:03:16 GMT
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I don't know if a trip gets any better, Grizz......but do you remember actually contemplating whether or not to go? The amount of automotive history both stock, racing, hot rod, NOS & aftermarket are staggering. um...yeah, along for the ride...this is awesome. no sleepy eyes over here. JP JO. It does get a bit better...... Well, not really. Every day and experience is different. So yes, just living a dream.
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Oct 20, 2016 15:05:35 GMT
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Grizz, i've been away from the forum for a couple of weeks and was very pleased to login and spend the last few hours catching up on your travels. Looks like you're having a great time and i'm pleased to hear the nomance is going well. All the best and enjoy the remainder of the trip. Phil Thanks for posting up a reply Phil. Glad you are enjoying the trip. Yup. Nomance is nice. Looking forward to delivering Katy her Buck knife I bought for her.
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Oct 20, 2016 16:15:29 GMT
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