Z is off the jackstands. I drove it around the block. I still need to retune the electronic boost controller.
I also need all the oily residue to burn off the new parts. Had the normal smoke after driving around the block.
Posted by SMS, May 16, 2011 at 8:01 am
Mosler
in forum Cars, Motorcycles, and Boats
I was reading about Mosler's Photon in Automobile Magazine. Quite a car in the $300K range, but this excerpt is how the article ended. Looking forward to seeing the next generation!
"Just wait until you see the 2012 Raptor," says a giddy Wagner. "It's going to blow your mind. It gets a massive injection of sex appeal -- in fact, I designed the nose after the face of the most beautiful, exotic woman I've ever seen. The powerplant adds another level of exotic to the surface, featuring twin Garrett turbos as an integral part of the exterior design. With 100 more horses and weighing 500 pounds less [than the Photon], the Raptor is going to whip the Pagani Huayra. And with the turbos just inches from the atmosphere, it sounds like you're driving a fighter jet."
Here is the Photon
"Just wait until you see the 2012 Raptor," says a giddy Wagner. "It's going to blow your mind. It gets a massive injection of sex appeal -- in fact, I designed the nose after the face of the most beautiful, exotic woman I've ever seen. The powerplant adds another level of exotic to the surface, featuring twin Garrett turbos as an integral part of the exterior design. With 100 more horses and weighing 500 pounds less [than the Photon], the Raptor is going to whip the Pagani Huayra. And with the turbos just inches from the atmosphere, it sounds like you're driving a fighter jet."
Here is the Photon
Posted by SMS, May 13, 2011 at 3:47 am
F40
in forum Cars, Motorcycles, and Boats
Another F40 hit the market: $525k 14,300 miles. On Ferrariads.com
This is an excellent F40 that we believe is now worth selling, as we also think these cars are appreciating rapidly. Investment quality cars are way, way up if Barrett Jackson and so on are any indication. If a Hemi Cuda is worth 1.7 million, surely the last Enzo era Icon (he died shortly after the 1987 European debut of this masterpiece) and arguably first of the outlandish supercars is worth 1/3 as much. Anyone serious enough to consider this car should know the basics - 478 hp twin turbo V-8, no power anything, no traction control or ABS, and only 211 ever built for the US market. Carbon Kevlar body and interior panels over tube frame construction and race-car-oriented design features abound. This car has now passed the magic 20 years that usually end the depreciation cycle and the build numbers make it a candidate for continued appreciation. Heck, even the European cars are all north of 385K euros and there are over 1000 of them. The only cheaper car, as far as I know, is Roland Linder's car that was resurrected from a burned hulk and he wants $350K for that one.
I am not aware of a single F40 listed worldwde at a lower price and this one is this low only because of the "high" miles - egad! - 700 miles per year on average! Frankly, I think the miles indicate at least some care and feeding, as sitting around is horrible for a car. Also, look at it like we did - with a "high" mile car you can use it as more than an objet d'art and enjoy the way it feels, sounds and moves without cringing that you turned your 3000 mile show queen into "just another" used F40. Please note that this is not a distressed sale, so please respect that.
This car has been properly serviced and cared for. In 2009-10 it received:
Full Service, including cam belts, most all engine seals, fuel pumps, fuel tanks removed and cleaned, injectors (all 16) serviced, fuel filters, all fluids changed, complete nose to tail inspection with more items than I can recall off the top of my head, but no corners were cut.
Tires
New clutch
Rebuilt alternator
Seats re-upholstered with proper Nomex from Re-Originals.
This F40 is extremely original, even the passive restraints still work. The only modification is the Tubi exhaust. No one has butchered the car for speakers, radar detector or the like.
The car is not perfect - it has some stone chips and the patina you would expect on a well-loved, but driven car that is 20 years old. It runs and drives as it should and we welcome any inspection you like. It runs cool even in Texas summer heat, has the explosive power you would expect from twin turbos and light weight. It comes with a new OEM front splitter, but I say leave the old one on for the inevitable scrapes (that is what we did).
I can also put serious buyers in touch with the well-respected mechanic who did all the work on the car while we have owned it.
This is an excellent F40 that we believe is now worth selling, as we also think these cars are appreciating rapidly. Investment quality cars are way, way up if Barrett Jackson and so on are any indication. If a Hemi Cuda is worth 1.7 million, surely the last Enzo era Icon (he died shortly after the 1987 European debut of this masterpiece) and arguably first of the outlandish supercars is worth 1/3 as much. Anyone serious enough to consider this car should know the basics - 478 hp twin turbo V-8, no power anything, no traction control or ABS, and only 211 ever built for the US market. Carbon Kevlar body and interior panels over tube frame construction and race-car-oriented design features abound. This car has now passed the magic 20 years that usually end the depreciation cycle and the build numbers make it a candidate for continued appreciation. Heck, even the European cars are all north of 385K euros and there are over 1000 of them. The only cheaper car, as far as I know, is Roland Linder's car that was resurrected from a burned hulk and he wants $350K for that one.
I am not aware of a single F40 listed worldwde at a lower price and this one is this low only because of the "high" miles - egad! - 700 miles per year on average! Frankly, I think the miles indicate at least some care and feeding, as sitting around is horrible for a car. Also, look at it like we did - with a "high" mile car you can use it as more than an objet d'art and enjoy the way it feels, sounds and moves without cringing that you turned your 3000 mile show queen into "just another" used F40. Please note that this is not a distressed sale, so please respect that.
This car has been properly serviced and cared for. In 2009-10 it received:
Full Service, including cam belts, most all engine seals, fuel pumps, fuel tanks removed and cleaned, injectors (all 16) serviced, fuel filters, all fluids changed, complete nose to tail inspection with more items than I can recall off the top of my head, but no corners were cut.
Tires
New clutch
Rebuilt alternator
Seats re-upholstered with proper Nomex from Re-Originals.
This F40 is extremely original, even the passive restraints still work. The only modification is the Tubi exhaust. No one has butchered the car for speakers, radar detector or the like.
The car is not perfect - it has some stone chips and the patina you would expect on a well-loved, but driven car that is 20 years old. It runs and drives as it should and we welcome any inspection you like. It runs cool even in Texas summer heat, has the explosive power you would expect from twin turbos and light weight. It comes with a new OEM front splitter, but I say leave the old one on for the inevitable scrapes (that is what we did).
I can also put serious buyers in touch with the well-respected mechanic who did all the work on the car while we have owned it.
Posted by SMS, May 6, 2011 at 3:15 am
Posted by SMS, Apr 28, 2011 at 7:58 am
Yea!! It's 500 time.
Somewhat related, and from the "Where Are They Now" files...
I saw in our local paper yesterday that Milka Duno is making her ARCA debut in Salem, Indiana this weekend at the Salem Speedway.
Somewhat related, and from the "Where Are They Now" files...
I saw in our local paper yesterday that Milka Duno is making her ARCA debut in Salem, Indiana this weekend at the Salem Speedway.
Posted by SMS, Apr 26, 2011 at 4:22 am
AM, plus it's sold! Congrats Webby, cool car! 
http://www.fantasyjunction.com/cars/773-AMC-Javelin%20Trans-...
http://www.fantasyjunction.com/cars/773-AMC-Javelin%20Trans-...
Posted by SMS, Apr 26, 2011 at 2:07 am
Tahoe/Yukon
in forum Cars, Motorcycles, and Boats
Love my Yukon XL. It has seating avail for 8, or I can fold everything down and haul 4 X 8 construction materials. Tow package handles my 24' car hauler just fine. It won't get stuck in snow or mud and cleans up real nice for an evening out. Great all around vehicle. Extra nice touch is that Obama hates 'em.
Posted by SMS, Apr 21, 2011 at 2:20 am
ZUL8TR wrote
Congrats!
Posted by SMS, Apr 18, 2011 at 11:11 am
ZUL8TR wrote
So how come I finally get around to removing a few minor emission pieces and the Feds and State gov'ts decide testing is a viable thing in IN? I should note, I did not get rid of the CAT. Its with the car, on the shelf beside it, keeping the car cozy and safe.
Oh well, at least I planned for this with my design. I'll just wait and see what happens before I 'adjust' to any new gov't regs.
Oh well, at least I planned for this with my design. I'll just wait and see what happens before I 'adjust' to any new gov't regs.
Are you saying Indiana is considering state emissions testing implementation?!?
Posted by SMS, Apr 14, 2011 at 10:49 am
ZUL8TR wrote
Anyone tired adding Seafom to a tank that has been sitting for some time? Wondering if that and topping off with fresh fuel would be OK?
Remember the engine was rebuilt just prior to it sitting for this project.
Remember the engine was rebuilt just prior to it sitting for this project.
Sounds like lawnmower gas by now.