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Discussion in 'Traditional Hot Rods' started by apound, Feb 17, 2009.

  1. 65COMET
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    Al;not sure what Ken has going,I know he is very unhappy with his current engine builder [a BIG name FE guy],everything appears to work OK right now! Building a 'RACE' FE with BIG power,is a whole different world,only a few builders that specialize in them! ROY.
     
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  3. 65COMET
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    Scott;great video,Thank You for sharing!!!That 64 Comet HAULS ASS!!!!! ROY.
     
  4. ec164
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    You got that right, whole different world.............Al
     
  5. ec164
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    Great video Thanks Scott!! All those cars fly but Websters Comet is my All Time Favorite! FAST
    ..........Al
     
  6. powrshftr
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    Don't feel bad Al:

    I bought mine when I was 18,and the first time it made a dragstrip pass was this summer...lol!

    And even then it was still a duct tape and baling wire piece of junk...!lol!

    It's coming together ok though....last trip to the track netted a [email protected] with my little $200 junk motor:)

    Scott


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  7. 65COMET
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    Al and Scott;my 65 Comet Wagon was to be a 'quick' turnaround,it has now been over 9 years!!!!! ROY.
     
  8. ec164
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    Well I'm pushing hard for a finished car within 5 months Max. And it is looking possible, just a matter of stars in line, have most of what I need, no converter, drive-shaft, radiator things that need done once package is assembled. Like I told Roy, should be out of paint prison 1st week of Nov. just need to keep Horse in front of the Cart.:)Thanks also for telling your time frames, I see I'm not alone.............Al
     
  9. Bought my rolling shell November 2011. Raced it at the hotrod reunion in Bakersfield October 2012! It was never perfect or a show car, but got me out racing and learning


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  10. ec164
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    And you really did a good job Mike, one day I'll go through my deal from start to finish, it just couldn't be done any quicker on my income without going in debt, I just go without and save but its fun and will be worth the effort, it already is, I have learned so much, not just about cars but about how good life is, the friends I've made along the way including online, sharing what we learn, it's all good...................Al
     
  11. Much smarter way than I, I just charged it to about 9k, on a zero percent card and paid it off over the next year. Yours is a much nicer build though, thus the cost is more. Being in debt like that sucks, I don't recommend it.


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  12. MD1320guy
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    As slow as my project is going, I've got a better chance of racing my walker.....Mike
     
  13. 65COMET
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    Mike;you can't get either one on the plane!!!! ROY.
     
  14. MD1320guy
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    Yeah Roy, but if I drive to the track, I won't need a trailer for the walker.....Mike
     
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  15. ClearSpot
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    Roy,we still have yet to see pics of that wagon....
    Myron_
     
  16. 65COMET
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    Myron;may take a VERY LONG TIME!! I had my computer geek friend over today to try and solve a different issue.While he was here I asked if he could help me download pictures,looks like my computer does not have the capabilities to do that!!! PM me a snail mail address and I'll send you some!!! ROY.
     
  17. ClearSpot
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    Speaking of wagons.......anyone know what ever happen to this cool '65? Was posted here a year or so ago.

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  18. 65COMET
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    That is the only picture I have ever seen of it!!! STRANGE as it seemed to have some cool things going on!! ROY.
     
  19. MD1320guy
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    I saw that car at a car show in Baltimore, MD, took the picture & posted it. I thought I posted the builders shop info too. Maybe not. Too old to remember that far back.....Mike
     
  20. ec164
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    comet letters and tank 001.JPG Got my Qtr.panel Comet letters back yesterday, they turned out nice......Al
     
  21. zero2hero
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    Is the car still around ? or any more pictures out there ??
     
  22. Analog Dog
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    This is the first picture ever posted on this thread! Page 1 Post 1
     
  23. tommyd
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    While on the topic on the first pic of this thread......anyone heard from apound or mazooma lately?
     
  24. AFX1964
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    If you don't mind sharing where you had them done I like another idea on who to send my set to. I've sent different parts all over the country with mixed results.
     
  25. ec164
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    His name is Dave Cole from Detriot area! He has done much for me, a excellent prep man with pot-metal. Xpensive but good! I can send his number if you wish? I've only used him and Advanced Plating in TN., his turn around was 3x faster.......Al
     
  26. AFX1964
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    So far, unfortunately, I've found that "Xpensive" has been the operative word. If it is good it is worth it. Sadly there is a lot out there that isn't. I haven't figured out how to pm on this site but I would appreciate the number.
    Thanks, Jess
     
  27. ec164
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    Yes I agree on that, although the two places I have used sent me back some exceptional work!! I sent you a PM with his phone......Al
     
  28. MD1320guy
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    I finally found the info on this wagon. It was built by Joe Piraino at Piranha Fabrications (717) 465-6901. Give him a call for more info.....Mike
     
  29. ClearSpot
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    Thank's Mike for checking.
     
  30. ec164
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    Good Luck Roy, Ken,Dale and all the Comet guys at CHRR this week end!!.......Al
     

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