Stop in for a cup of coffee

[Frodee]

Your story is not a one of. I cannot tell you how many times this story is retold. These guys will jump in a rig and do all kind of stuff for a guy they have never even met in person. I have driven many a mile to share time with a bunch of them in their own shops and never been disappointed. By same token many of them have taken the time and effort to swing by my shop as well. These guys and one girl will spoil your dog and drink all your whiskey if ya ain’t looking. Never mind the fact that none of them will hesitate to get their hands dirty helping ya. The sarcasm while dripping, is never served with malice! Welcome aboard!

Nothing better than a friends whiskey and spoiling their hound.

 

[Fizzer6001]

Tikey is a good guy.

But who are you

I grew up around cars my whole life - my dad owned a body shop and had a 73 Challenger, a 68 AMX, and a few corvettes that I had the privilege of driving throughout high school.

Now in my early 30s, I’m finally in a position to buy something for myself. I had my heart set on a Duster, but at this point, I just want something nice enough that I can take to cruise nights with my wife.

 

[Frodee]

I grew up around cars my whole life - my dad owned a body shop and had a 73 Challenger, a 68 AMX, and a few corvettes that I had the privilege of driving throughout high school.

Now in my early 30s, I’m finally in a position to buy something for myself. I had my heart set on a Duster, but at this point, I just want something nice enough that I can take to cruise nights with my wife.

I like your dad already and glad to have a young guy interested in old cars.

 

[Fizzer6001]

I like your dad already and glad to have a young guy interested in old cars.

He’s the best. Sold his shop 7ish years ago in NJ and is doing body work for a shop down in Florida. I wish I had an 1/8th of his talent!

 

[Frodee]

He’s the best. Sold his shop 7ish years ago in NJ and is doing body work for a shop down in Florida. I wish I had an 1/8th of his talent!

I'm an old retired body man but still pounding on fenders now and then.

 

[DartGT55]

Just got back from car meet up it was a pretty good show about 40 cars not bad for a first meet up

 

[fatoldguy]

Nice !

 

[Frodee]

View attachment 1716394819Nice !

 

[Sublime one]

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Exactly! Go Jets, what a game so far!

 

[dartnabout]

Tikey is a good guy.

But who are you

A pretty good guy with an interest in Mopars! A young gun for sure

 

[jaws]

Will they have 7.6x14.5 tires haha

I gotta find some different rims

14 1/2 are Mobil home tires. Might need to change the axel to change wheels.

 

[dartnabout]

A few weeks ago, @dartnabout took time out of his day to help me inspect a Plymouth Duster. The sale didn’t work out with the seller, but, the 10 hour roundtrip was well worth it between the scenic drive and his words of wisdom - as a novice I learned a lot. This forum is fantastic - I’m grateful for this forum as a resource, and of course, for @dartnabout for taking the time out of his day!

It was a pleasure for sure. I to am sorry it didn't work out. Maybe we can find him the right car.

 

[Sublime one]

I'm an old retired body man but still pounding on fenders now and then.

Don’t let Fred fool ya @Fizzer6001 he has forgotten more about body and paint then most of us know. In fact many of us on here are rocking some of his aftermarket fiberglass creations that he designed and fabricated on our cars. He is an artist. I have spent many very pleasant hours in his shop. And he has spoiled my hounds in mine!

 

[dartnabout]

Will they have 7.6x14.5 tires haha

I gotta find some different rims

These tires are available. I run them on my Hudson car trailer.

 

[dartnabout]

14 1/2 are Mobil home tires. Might need to change the axel to change wheels.

I have a comercialy built car trailer (Hudson) and they use them and pretty much any discount tire company can get them

 

[Frodee]

Don’t let Fred fool ya @Fizzer6001 he has forgotten more about body and paint then most of us know. In fact many of us on here are rocking some of his aftermarket fiberglass creations that he designed and fabricated on our cars. He is an artist. I have spent many very pleasant hours in his shop. And he has spoiled my hounds in mine!

And drank all your booze when you weren't looking.

 

[dartnabout]

A few weeks ago, @dartnabout took time out of his day to help me inspect a Plymouth Duster. The sale didn’t work out with the seller, but, the 10 hour roundtrip was well worth it between the scenic drive and his words of wisdom - as a novice I learned a lot. This forum is fantastic - I’m grateful for this forum as a resource, and of course, for @dartnabout for taking the time out of his day!

Welcome to this crazy thread Zac. This is a great group of guys except for one. I hope to see you here once in awhile. And thanks for the positive comments

 

[dartnabout]

And drank all your booze when you weren't looking.

I can't believe you would do such a thing

 

[jaws]

Spendy but a cool family truckster.
1993 Dodge Ram Charger

 

[One Bullet Barney]

Welcome to this crazy thread Zac. This is a great group of guys except for one. I hope to see you here once in awhile. And thanks for the comments

I will try to do better.

 

[dartnabout]

I will try to do better.

LOL I didn't say who it was...I love suspense...it may be me

 

[Unconventional]

Spendy but a cool family truckster.
1993 Dodge Ram Charger

Too high and too stinky

40 years on diesel equipment was enough for me

 

[One Bullet Barney]

Looks like Craig sold his Barracuda on bring a trailer.

 

[Frodee]

I can't believe you would do such a thing

Yea I would and can't wait to visit Toolman.

 

[dartnabout]

Yea I would and can't wait to visit Toolman.