Posts by don_old

don_old · SPEEDOL oil don_old March 17, 2010 at 12:02 PM

I came across three unopened full one quart cans of SPEEDOL oil. Never heard of it before. I don't want to just throw them out. Didn't know if anyone had an interest in one or more of the cans - maybe for a collection.

don_old · White Color don_old October 14, 2009 at 9:36 AM

Thanks sixfiveGT !

As for Fred - you know I don't like nicknames.

don_old · White Color don_old October 13, 2009 at 4:51 PM

What is the proper spelling of the white exterior paint on a '65 Mustang?

Is it WimbleTon or WimbleDon ?

Is it with a "t" or a "d"?

Thanks,

don_old · I'm Guity ! don_old October 2, 2009 at 10:06 AM

Fred,

You are more than welcome to "test drive" it anytime. I'm planning on being there tomorrow.

For those that don't know about Fred's other passion - he is a Master Hang Glider pilot that does a lot (~200 per year) tandem flights with "students" (I call them "tourists"). If any of you ever get out to So. Cal. and have a burning desire to "run off a mountain" - Fred is the man to see to make your desire come true.

It is because of Fred's periodic "nagging" that I finally got around to finishing the installation. The car runs find - fun as always. In some respects it's more fun than the '62 Corvette. It was about 80 degrees yesterday - perfect for cruising.

Different cars - different memories. The '62 is a memory of our former neighbors that were like a second set of parents. The '65 is a memory of my first job at a hot dog joint - one of the co-owners had a first generation Mustang - white, fastback, 4 speed, 289 (probably not a K) and he let me drive it ONCE!

Now all I have to do is get the stereo hooked up.

don_old · I'm Guity ! don_old October 1, 2009 at 3:33 PM

I'm Guity of procrastinating! Today, after nearly 1 1/2 years I had the reproduction exhaust system installed. Today is also the first time in 1 1/2 years that I have driven the car.

don_old · Too cool to cruise! don_old January 16, 2009 at 4:08 PM

We are FINALLY done with our record heat!

Only suppose to be 80 degrees - a definite cool down from the high 80s earlier this week in L.A.

Donut Derelicts (Huntington Beach) predawn tomorrow!

don_old · Oil don_old December 29, 2008 at 4:05 PM

The Gurus on the NCRS website generally agree that current day Diesle Oil is best. The chemical composition being closest to what was used back in the 60s. Readily available at Costco, Sam's Club, Auto Parts stores.

don_old · Fuel pump rebuilding don_old December 23, 2008 at 5:53 PM

Fred,

How do I go about getting one?

Thanks,

Your favorite Wire Man

don_old · What other types of cars do you own? don_old November 21, 2008 at 12:24 PM

Beside the '65 HIPO Convertible, there is the original / unrestored '62 Fawn Beige / Fawn interior Corvette, the girlfriend's Hugger Orange '69 Z28 with the JL8 4 wheel disc brake package, the '79 Toyota Land Cruiser (restored to original), the girlfriend's '92 Toyota 4-runner, the 2006 Toyota 4 wheel-drive Pickup (for Hang Gliding trips), and the girlfriend's '08 Mercedes 63 AMG stationwagon (talk about a "sleeper").

don_old · Here's a guy down on his luck don_old November 4, 2008 at 1:40 PM

WM 68

Sometimes the truth hurts - but that doesn't change the fact that it is the truth.

don_old · My Kar's oil don_old July 8, 2008 at 1:39 PM

As for oil - the gurus on the NCRS (National Corvette Restorers Society) forum agree that the best oil is Diesel Engine oil - 15/40 being the most common. Something to do with the additives in modern diesel oil matching closely with the additives used in engine oils in the 60's (pre catalitic converter days).

don_old · Arvinode system reproduction don_old June 12, 2008 at 5:13 PM

Received my system on Tuesday. Waiting for my reskinned exhaust manifolds from Jerry McNeish - should get those in about 2 weeks. Can't wait.

don_old · fuel additives & octane boosters don_old May 9, 2008 at 10:16 AM

I've used Octane Supreme 130.

I've used straight AV LL 100

Finally, I've used straight premium 91 octane

No noticeable problems (or benefits) that I could tell.

don_old · book don_old May 6, 2008 at 4:10 PM

Book sales, merchandise sales, and...

DONATIONS.

don_old · collector insurance don_old April 8, 2008 at 4:26 PM

Check closely - many policies require any driver to have 10 years experience.

don_old · Arvinode system reproduction don_old March 31, 2008 at 3:51 PM

Fred,

I'll let you "hear" mine - as drive away from the L/Z. If you are really nice, I'll let you drive the car again.

Don

don_old

Get Real !

In most states possession of stolen property is a crime - even if you didn't know it was stolen.

don_old · Fuel pump rebuilding don_old March 21, 2008 at 8:25 AM

Fred,

I'm interested in one also.

Don

don_old · Low Profile Rally Pac don_old March 17, 2008 at 8:22 AM

I looking for an original Low Profile Rally Pac with the 8K tac.

If you have one please contact me.

Thanks,

Don

don_old · Arvinode system reproduction don_old February 1, 2008 at 8:52 AM

I'm a long way from Michigan but would be willing to have my car be the test vehicle. I would have the car shipped there from L.A.

FYI - it is a convertible if it makes a difference. (Nothing like driving in So. Cal. with the top down and surfer music blasting - especially in the winter).

The existing exhaust system is going in the trash anyway.