September 2016 thread
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From: Cave Spring Georgia
Gas pipeline broke in Alabama so fuel is getting scarce and pricey real quick. I have a tire on the Lightning that is flat, I must have picked up a nail or something in it yesterday, I have to fix that and then going to fill up all the vehicles today.
That's funny hugh, A truck and horse trailer all in one. I have seen camels in the back of small toyotas in the middle east.
That's funny hugh, A truck and horse trailer all in one. I have seen camels in the back of small toyotas in the middle east.
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From: Cumming, Ga.
Friday, the QT that I use was fine. This morning, all they had was Diesel, and non-ethanol. Price was $2.39 Friday as well as today. There are some in the metro area that will be getting a visit from the state for price gouging.
On Saturday, my brother in law, Tim, had rebuilt the carb a few weeks ago, and put it back on 2 weeks ago. Ended up replacing the fuel pump, and alternator. Yesterday she fired off, and idled smooth as silk. With no windows, and seat not bolted in we took a quick trip down the street. Performed perfectly, and we both had bigs grins. Now hopefully I can get her painted, and put it back together.
On Saturday, my brother in law, Tim, had rebuilt the carb a few weeks ago, and put it back on 2 weeks ago. Ended up replacing the fuel pump, and alternator. Yesterday she fired off, and idled smooth as silk. With no windows, and seat not bolted in we took a quick trip down the street. Performed perfectly, and we both had bigs grins. Now hopefully I can get her painted, and put it back together.
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From: Cave Spring Georgia
That's great news Bob!!
There is no place like home Hugh!!!
There is a car show this weekend not far from the house!!! I will be going to that and there was a good turn out of Ford Lightnings last year.
I jacked up the truck then spun the tire and sprayed with soapy water looking for a leak, no nail and not leaking on the rim or valve stem. The tire is still full so I have no idea why it went flat on Saturday. Strange
There is no place like home Hugh!!!
There is a car show this weekend not far from the house!!! I will be going to that and there was a good turn out of Ford Lightnings last year.
I jacked up the truck then spun the tire and sprayed with soapy water looking for a leak, no nail and not leaking on the rim or valve stem. The tire is still full so I have no idea why it went flat on Saturday. Strange
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From: Cave Spring Georgia
In class all week and the days are dragging by, I would much rather be wrenching than sitting in a class room but it is what it is.
Since I changed the fuel filter in the 79 she has been running great, we don't take her off the property till I can drop the tank and check it out and replace the sending unit.
Since I changed the fuel filter in the 79 she has been running great, we don't take her off the property till I can drop the tank and check it out and replace the sending unit.
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From: Thomaston
In class all week and the days are dragging by, I would much rather be wrenching than sitting in a class room but it is what it is.
Since I changed the fuel filter in the 79 she has been running great, we don't take her off the property till I can drop the tank and check it out and replace the sending unit.
Since I changed the fuel filter in the 79 she has been running great, we don't take her off the property till I can drop the tank and check it out and replace the sending unit.
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been a while for me guys. Work is great, I am slammed and alwasy working, even saturdays and sundays.
My property/garage is about 30 minutes away from work and unfortunatly I cannot go out there for a while because the dodges problems have accelerated so itll be a minute before I go back out.
Ford is on its way Next Friday. I am excited about it.
My boss might sell me his 94 f350 to me. single cab 5.8 dually. Ive been car shopping around here, lots of trucks, good prices, just bank doesnt like me.
texas is a change and Im happy as hell about it. if yall come to visit Id be happy to have yall
My property/garage is about 30 minutes away from work and unfortunatly I cannot go out there for a while because the dodges problems have accelerated so itll be a minute before I go back out.
Ford is on its way Next Friday. I am excited about it.
My boss might sell me his 94 f350 to me. single cab 5.8 dually. Ive been car shopping around here, lots of trucks, good prices, just bank doesnt like me.
texas is a change and Im happy as hell about it. if yall come to visit Id be happy to have yall
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From: Cave Spring Georgia
I am really happy that it all seems to be coming together for you Jacob. Being happy where you are and what you are doing makes a big difference in life. Being in class all week has really helped ease up on the back pain.
I am going to start cleaning up the Lightning tonight for the car show on Saturday. I am going to detail the engine bay and the interior tonight. The interior just needs a touch up, but I know the engine bay needs a real good detailing. I will do the outside tomorrow night.
I am going to start cleaning up the Lightning tonight for the car show on Saturday. I am going to detail the engine bay and the interior tonight. The interior just needs a touch up, but I know the engine bay needs a real good detailing. I will do the outside tomorrow night.
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From: Cave Spring Georgia
If anyone is in North Ga this weekend and want to go to a great cruise in: Westside Cruise-in Rocky Face Ga
Sorry for the late info but well worth going if you have no other plans.
Sorry for the late info but well worth going if you have no other plans.