Hot Rod Power Tour - Preamble

"f86sabre" (f86sabre) 06/03/2014 at 22:02 • Filed to: Hot Rod Power Tour

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We leave for the Power Tour on Saturday morning. It should be fairly interesting. I finally came to my senses and decided to just take the Evo. It's kind of a hot rod, just from a different part of the world. While the notion of taking a Corvair van or other questionable mode of transport had its appeal, the ability to take the family is what sinched it. The 4 and 7 year old are going on their first major road trip.

Last weekend I checked the car over and polished it for the time since new. That took all of Sunday. The wing is off at the shop being refinished as the clear was coming off. Common problem for the 2003s. I wish I could have refinished the brakes, but that will have to wait. Alignment was done as well. I installed a new stereo a couple of weeks ago to allow better inflight entertainment integration for the kiddos.

All in all, I'm hoping this will be a laid back adventure. Looks like most of the driving is off interstate so that will have its own appeal and challenges as well. Maybe we will find some cool sights, eat some good food and I am sure we will see some cool cars. I will keep all of you posted.

Arch Duke Maxyenko, Shit Talk Extraordinaire > f86sabre 06/03/2014 at 22:04

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Will they let you take a Japanese car?

Vince-The Roadside Mechanic > f86sabre 06/03/2014 at 22:08

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Say hi to Frieburger for me.

f86sabre > Arch Duke Maxyenko, Shit Talk Extraordinaire 06/03/2014 at 22:20

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yes. Any car but a rental. The forums indicate that plenty of "plan B" cars take part. At least mine has some personality.

Arch Duke Maxyenko, Shit Talk Extraordinaire > f86sabre 06/03/2014 at 22:24

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Cool. They used to be super strict, I'm glad they've backed off a bit.

ttyymmnn > f86sabre 06/03/2014 at 23:09

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Take a peek at Roadside America. They've got maps and info on offbeat things to see on your way. Many are good for a quick stop to stretch your legs and entertain the kids.

http://www.roadsideamerica.com

Have a great, safe trip!

Desu-San-Desu > f86sabre 06/03/2014 at 23:13

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Are you going to be passing through Greenville, SC or near Easley, SC?

briannutter1 > f86sabre 06/04/2014 at 09:26

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Have fun! I'll be out at Norwalk Tuesday with the Wiseco van.

f86sabre > briannutter1 06/04/2014 at 12:39

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Cool! We've been debating if we are going to go past WV or not. If we do, I will try and swing by.

pMak26 > f86sabre 06/08/2014 at 12:55

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I didn't see you yesterday, thought I would find you at the autoX. If you come by the SEMA's YEN booth (always next to the main Hot Rod Haulers) say hi and ask for Paul!