I thought I'd take the car out.
It's unusually quiet in St. Louis this evening so I thought I'd post a picture.
Remember those who gave all this weekend.
I did drive my 2 cars, but I have not a picture of the drive.... One for the heck of it and the other for inspection.
OK, two file photos
Took my 28-year-old niece for a fast drive in the Kirkham. Her first time in the car.
I asked her if she wanted to "go really fast" and she enthusiastically said yes. In my area, there are several places where you can go 100 mph safely, no side roads, etc. I think I topped that number by a little bit.
When we got back, her boyfriend (he's from NYC) wanted a ride and he loved it too.
There is hope!!!
Took 6S550 out for a run today. Sorry did not take pics Ron
Dusted mine off this morning before pulling out.... then I dusted it off again !
I'm still smiling.......
This week I took both the 67 and 66 Shelbys out for some runs. In fact, my wife and I are currently out to dinner and we took the 67 (she's stepped away from the table, hence this post 😉).
#23 was out about an hour ago, but no pics......both hands on the wheel.
Quote from: rmarble57 on May 23, 2020, 09:25:30 PM
#23 was out about an hour ago, but no pics......both hands on the wheel.
It's hard to keep both hands on the wheel when you have a four speed.....
#3119 was out and about for a bit today but was before I saw this post. I will get a vid next time. Ran awesome and really enjoyed some social distancing!!
Usually when I social distance someone is smelling 110 from me exercising the accelerator pedal. I'm immune so It's not a concern for me.
Quote from: The Going Thing on May 24, 2020, 12:38:00 AM
Usually when I social distance someone is smelling 110 from me exercising the accelerator pedal. I'm immune so It's not a concern for me.
Yes being immune is a good thing, as with all viruses, and other things that can make people sick, we build up our immunity, however if they are going to close down and make us stay away, we will have no immunity system left in 10 years, you want to talk about sick.....?
Technically not a drive, but more of a move off the lift to accommodate another vehicle. I don't have any pictures, but here is a short video from the previous owner just prior to my taking delivery.
The neighbors tended to grimace when I start it up, not so much at my future digs I'm hoping.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Of3sTWzMLFY
^^^Great look and sound!
That thing sounds righteous. Well done!
2714 and 889 made some laps around the neighborhood earlier today and I am getting the King Cobra out in a bit
Quote from: eric lipper on May 24, 2020, 05:51:18 PM
2714 and 889 made some laps around the neighborhood earlier today and I am getting the King Cobra out in a bit
WOW, you have some beautiful RED cars!!! Love your 67! I would love a 67 in red or white! I was looking for a red FGT and came upon mine which was a total different color then I thought I would ever get and I am very happy with it also! I have a 67 Moss green which I am not crazy in love with, but beggars cannot be choosers! I wanted either White or Red or dark Blue in the 67...
Beautiful!!!!
Only 40% chance of rain. But it found me of course lol
I won't drive my car in rain. I was caught in a few sprinkles once which necessitates putting the car up on jack stands and doing a complete wipe down and detail underneath. It's a pain in the posterior.
I know the feeling, getting wet under is not cool, I do try to keep it as dry as possible, but I dont worry about it anymore, as i have no interest in car shows, thus I just try to stay dry. Sometime I wonder why I just did not do a nice job under and leave it at that, my first Shelby got a light undercoating and that was it. I would get in the car and go 700 miles, now I will not get 70 miles on it.
:)
Your tire pressure is a little low on the left rear.....
Did you bring your Mequiars detailer and a microfiber towel to remove the black evidence from the lower quarter panels? ;D
Quote from: 67 GT350 on May 25, 2020, 04:47:41 PM
I know the feeling, getting wet under is not cool, I do try to keep it as dry as possible, but I dont worry about it anymore, as i have no interest in car shows, thus I just try to stay dry. Sometime I wonder why I just did not do a nice job under and leave it at that, my first Shelby got a light undercoating and that was it. I would get in the car and go 700 miles, now I will not get 70 miles on it.
I spent six months on my back sanding the floors, prepping them and spraying them with DP74. I originally had leaned toward Concours and changed my mind even though most of it is done in that manner. I am trying to keep it looking new and pick up a few more trophies while everything still looks new and fresh. The only chrome underneath is the period traction masters. I had the bars plated, as noted in the picture. I did remove the 1" blocks from the rear of the car a couple months back with the tire change. ( 255-40-17 to 255-45-17) which are about 1" taller.
However, I think I will re-install a set of 1/2" blocks so the rear quarter opening sets just over the edge of the rear tire.
Took the wife out on Friday. Of course, she wanted to drive ...
Took my daughter out on Saturday and she wanted to drive.
My brother-in-law on Sunday. I drove! LoL!
No wiper blades or window trim installed, but it is running great!
Ron
Quote from: rbarkley on May 25, 2020, 08:29:07 PM
Took the wife out on Friday. Of course, she wanted to drive ...
Took my daughter out on Saturday and she wanted to drive.
My brother-in-law on Sunday. I drove! LoL!
No wiper blades or window trim installed, but it is running great!
Ron
Nice! It's fantastic thanks have the family involved... at least the immediate family 😉.
I wouldn't have let my ex spousal unit drive my car if I had to go to the hospital! Glutton for punishment! :o
I didn't have my Shelby out this past weekend, but I took a ride with Earl Morris in SFM6S2301 from Richmond up to Broadway VA via Rt 33. Nice drive over the Blue Ridge mountains into the Shenandoah Valley , a little damp (not the first time that car has been wet, won't be the last time...). See the below link to my photos:
https://photos.app.goo.gl/m4As7YooqF2B7qkc9
Dave
Quote from: CSX4781 on May 28, 2020, 02:36:51 AM
I didn't have my Shelby out this past weekend, but I took a ride with Earl Morris in SFM6S2301 from Richmond up to Broadway VA via Rt 33. Nice drive over the Blue Ridge mountains into the Shenandoah Valley , a little damp (not the first time that car has been wet, won't be the last time...). See the below link to my photos:
https://photos.app.goo.gl/m4As7YooqF2B7qkc9
Dave
Nice pictures, Dave. And, I recognize two of your stops. Great people!
Always, today and tomorrow...meant to be driven
A few miles from my house is a one lane bridge over a scenic river, about 30 miles from Austin.
Quote from: Rickmustang on May 28, 2020, 10:48:12 AM
A few miles from my house is a one lane bridge over a scenic river, about 30 miles from Austin.
Austin? Well, it's not as bad as Houston. ...😆 I'm sure you've learned too that defensive driving is a required skillset as well. Nice to see another Shelby out here in Texas.
Neat pix. Is that perhaps in the Spicewood or Dripping Springs area?