It is now time to start my third “very last project.” So there will be no misunderstanding, let me define how these projects came about and how they are numbered. The need for the numbering system is due to my age. At age ninety, long term planning can mean “next year” not “next decade,” so … Read more
Merriam-Webster defines unrequited as “not reciprocated or returned in kind.” Unrequited love is what I am getting from the Bluebird. The Bluebird is the restomod 1962 Pontiac Catalina that I have been working on lo these many years. (No, it is not a Bonneville. That badge in the grill just came with the better replacement … Read more
If you have been following the news, you know that there is currently a strike in Hollywood by members of the Writers Guild of America, who have some grievances about the way they are treated by the movie business community. While the writers are on strike, they are not allowed to work on client projects. … Read more
Last Saturday Harry Linsay arranged for the Early Ford V8 Club (EFV8) to go on a tour to Pinkees Rod Shop in Windsor, CO, which was followed by visiting the massive model railroad museum in Greeley. Since I am a long-term member of the EFV8 Club, I was honor bound to take my 1940 Ford … Read more
I went to the Denver Auto Show to look at all the new, neat, origami-folded sheet metal that are called cars these days. With all the thin gauge, high strength steel in use, a dent can now be just a panel replacement as the body cannot be metal worked like in the old days. In … Read more
The evidence is now in, and the conclusion (I think) is unarguable. The innocent 1954 Chrysler Windsor that I own is indeed the forerunner of the famous 1955 Chrysler C300. The success of the Brigs Cunningham C4R and C5R race cars that used a modified 331 c.i. hemi engine was just too tempting an opportunity … Read more
Doug made a happy announcement to the Friday 11 o’clock meeting group. “On Monday, there is going to be a nice break in the winter weather, which has been both cold and snowy. The conditions will be perfect for a rod run to Monument and lunch at Rosie’s Diner.” Count me IN! The timing is … Read more
Not exactly writers block that I am experiencing, but as I was brainstorming a topic for this newsletter, I thought I would call on the creative side of my brain and write on some random thoughts. First Thought: How does an 89-year-old man without family close by celebrate Christmas? After 88 previous celebrations, I change … Read more
This is an article I wish I didn’t feel I have to write. I should be writing how the “Blue Bird” has taken a turn to become the “Boo Bird” due to the presence of the wrong design parts that were sent to me. (I will cover this at a later date). What I feel … Read more
Now that the “Bluebird” 1962 Pontiac Catalina restomod is essentially done, it is time to turn my attention to the 1954 Chrysler Windsor. Let me refresh your memory . . . I had a 1955 Chrysler C300, which I salvaged as it was too far gone for restoration. I was able to save the complete, … Read more