Looking for a Michelin ZXZ radial tire size 165SR15. This tire was manufactured from 1996 to approximately 2010. If anyone has one by chance (collecting dust) with at least 80% tread wear left and willing to sell it, could you give me a call. A friend has 3 and needs a good 4th to complete a set for his LBC.
- Curry (curry.alders@gmail.com)
(WebMaster's note: I hope your friend is aware of the potentially catastrophic dangers of driving on old tires. a good time to remind all FABACians as we look forward to a real Spring. A short article here.)
Thought some folks, especially those who are “older” and retired from the workday world, might enjoy this: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1WxZwEh2byM
Phil
Phil
A little cry for help...
Hi folks,
Joe H has asked for a couple of folks to help 'massage' (bring a large hammer?) his doors and trim tomorrow (Monday the 24th).
We don't need a large work party, just a coupla folks. We intend on starting early this time. I'll be there just after 8:00AM meaning Joe had better have the tea kettle on. We'll probably go out for lunch.
Bob E.
Joe H has asked for a couple of folks to help 'massage' (bring a large hammer?) his doors and trim tomorrow (Monday the 24th).
We don't need a large work party, just a coupla folks. We intend on starting early this time. I'll be there just after 8:00AM meaning Joe had better have the tea kettle on. We'll probably go out for lunch.
Bob E.
A FABACian with a good question
Any suggestions as to what to charge for providing the car and chauffeuring a bride-to-be and father less than five miles to the church?
Any suggestions?
Any suggestions?
Notes from the FABAC March Meeting
Dear Gary,
What where you thinking? Going away and letting us run a meeting on our own. It was mayhem. Thankfully Jim B. took control and ran through the shortest business meeting on record. He simply TOLD folks what to do and it looks like that's what's going to happen. John B.was ordered to arrange the sugar bush run for sometime in April. Dwight B. made a public service announcement on behalf of the Kiwanas and Robert & Rita (nicely tanned by the way) gave a report on winter in Mexico (warmer than here). Kelvin P. also gave a short report on fund raising for the fall's pig roast meet. It was decided to hold the next meeting a Brewbaker's with Sandra being ordered to arrange it.
At that point John B. challenged the group with another of his car quizzes. For once Kelvin or Joe did NOT win as Kelvin was given a substantial handicap and Joe wasn't there.
Folks hung around and languished over dinner and coffee for some time allowing a good deal of socializing.
Bob E.
What where you thinking? Going away and letting us run a meeting on our own. It was mayhem. Thankfully Jim B. took control and ran through the shortest business meeting on record. He simply TOLD folks what to do and it looks like that's what's going to happen. John B.was ordered to arrange the sugar bush run for sometime in April. Dwight B. made a public service announcement on behalf of the Kiwanas and Robert & Rita (nicely tanned by the way) gave a report on winter in Mexico (warmer than here). Kelvin P. also gave a short report on fund raising for the fall's pig roast meet. It was decided to hold the next meeting a Brewbaker's with Sandra being ordered to arrange it.
At that point John B. challenged the group with another of his car quizzes. For once Kelvin or Joe did NOT win as Kelvin was given a substantial handicap and Joe wasn't there.
Folks hung around and languished over dinner and coffee for some time allowing a good deal of socializing.
Bob E.
Hi Dave:
I was looking through a couple of comments where I had posted photos of some cars on the beach in Florida. Paul B said that he “used to salivate” over Marcos cars as a teenager. When I as a teen I was more into salivating over cars like the Ferrari 250GTO, AC Cobra, Ford GT40 and Lola GT6 and don’t think I noticed the Marcos until I got involved with British cars a few years later.
Anyway, if you want to post these for Paul’s viewing pleasure (and perhaps others), here are a few Marcos photos taken at the Virginia Int’l Raceway Gold Cup Vintage Races several years ago. I spent a weekend there and saw some fantastic racing, got to stroll around the pits, toured several race and restoration shops in the Raleigh/Durham area and took hundreds of photos.
Phil
I was looking through a couple of comments where I had posted photos of some cars on the beach in Florida. Paul B said that he “used to salivate” over Marcos cars as a teenager. When I as a teen I was more into salivating over cars like the Ferrari 250GTO, AC Cobra, Ford GT40 and Lola GT6 and don’t think I noticed the Marcos until I got involved with British cars a few years later.
Anyway, if you want to post these for Paul’s viewing pleasure (and perhaps others), here are a few Marcos photos taken at the Virginia Int’l Raceway Gold Cup Vintage Races several years ago. I spent a weekend there and saw some fantastic racing, got to stroll around the pits, toured several race and restoration shops in the Raleigh/Durham area and took hundreds of photos.
Phil
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FABAC March Meeting (Please note change in plans)
I received a call from Jim W. who will be on a business trip out of country, so will not be able to return in time for Sat. March 15th – St Patrick’s Party.I have booked our regular meeting March 19th at McGinnis Landing in the Library Room for 6:00 PM.
I hope this is satisfactory.
- Jim B.
PS: Gary & Barb are in Florida
and here's proof from Phil:
"I happened upon our President and First Lady hanging around an airport in Titusville Florida Sunday. Gary said that he was homesick and missed the snow and cold weather.
Phil"
Today's work session report...
A surprisingly sizable crowd arrived at Joe's Garage this morning expecting to be put to work. We where not disappointed as Joe gave everyone a screwdriver with instructions to 'fettle' the car. Fettle we did and somehow the doors were installed, much chrome trim was glued into place, a small interior nik-nak was magically screwed into it's proper position (the installee is still awaiting his prize by the way) and no one drew blood. We forgave Joe for the sorry and unorganized state of his tool box after he produced beer and pizza. The pace of work slowed down considerably after lunch but we weren't in a hurry anyway. Despite spending a good deal of time on our hands and knees looking for Joe's nuts, we got a lot done. If it ever stops snowing and warms up, Joe's Jag will be on the road this spring.
- Bob E.
- Bob E.
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Some stormy weather viewing
A little something for the F1 fans:
http://www.wired.com/autopia/2014/03/red-bull-f1-new-rules/
Bob E.
http://www.wired.com/autopia/2014/03/red-bull-f1-new-rules/
Bob E.
Florida Travels
Getting a bit of sun and warm weather down here but haven't been checking how you folks are surviving the winter in NB. Yesterday morning, I walked 5 minutes up the beach and came across a few cars gathering for a show.......lots of variety. They were expecting 500 cars. Went to a ball game in the afternoon and the Blue Jays actually won!
Warms thoughts to all FABACians
Phil
Warms thoughts to all FABACians
Phil
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FABAC's visiting mechanics & travelling road show.
It's been a l-o-n-g and c-c-c-old winter but take heed!....it's time to loosen them fan belts, oil them-thar knickers and get ready for spring. To this end, FABAC'[s Pit Crew &Traveling Road Show is needed!
Joe Hines has (again) called the Brotherhood Of the Bent Spoke (BOBS) into action. He requests that members gather at the secret location where we will attend to his so-close-to-being-finished-it's leaking-oil-standing-still E-Type. He requires some muscle to wrestle doors and a rear hatch into position. After congratulating ourselves with the secret handshake, pizza and libations will follow (I'm assuming). No tools have been requested but it probably wouldn't hurt to bring the least used tool you own, 'just in case'. The secret meeting will take place on the secret date of Friday, March 14 in the morning.
New members are encouraged, but be warned that there's an admission test.
His wonderfulness, the Grand PooBah.
Bob E.
Joe Hines has (again) called the Brotherhood Of the Bent Spoke (BOBS) into action. He requests that members gather at the secret location where we will attend to his so-close-to-being-finished-it's leaking-oil-standing-still E-Type. He requires some muscle to wrestle doors and a rear hatch into position. After congratulating ourselves with the secret handshake, pizza and libations will follow (I'm assuming). No tools have been requested but it probably wouldn't hurt to bring the least used tool you own, 'just in case'. The secret meeting will take place on the secret date of Friday, March 14 in the morning.
New members are encouraged, but be warned that there's an admission test.
His wonderfulness, the Grand PooBah.
Bob E.
Barrancas del Colbre en Mexico - Copper Canyon
Hola FABACians,
We just wanted to share a beautiful experience we had in Mexico this year. We went to visit Copper Canyon, which is supposed to be 4 times bigger than Grand Canyon, USA. We've never seen Grand Canyon, then we can't compare. It was just fantastic. Had a great train ride and a visited the Tarahumara community, living in the canyon.
We will see you very soon, our stay in Mexico is almost over.
Rita and Bob
We just wanted to share a beautiful experience we had in Mexico this year. We went to visit Copper Canyon, which is supposed to be 4 times bigger than Grand Canyon, USA. We've never seen Grand Canyon, then we can't compare. It was just fantastic. Had a great train ride and a visited the Tarahumara community, living in the canyon.
We will see you very soon, our stay in Mexico is almost over.
Rita and Bob
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