"JGrabowMSt" (jgrabowmst)
05/24/2015 at 17:26 • Filed to: Cars and Coffee
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"JGrabowMSt" (jgrabowmst)
05/24/2015 at 17:26 • Filed to: Cars and Coffee | 3
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Superformance GT40 replica
A Ferrari TheFerrari showed up, but I just wasn’t terribly impressed by it. There was a 914-6 and the owner had some great stories, and is further reinforcing that I really need to look for a mid-70’s 914 2.0. The need is growing.
There was also a Morgan, Jag XJ120, a bunch of brandy new Z06s, many Miatas, an original Mini, and a Hellcat Charger(!) that snuck in and left quickly. Was a good day!
This awesome dude has 435k miles on his Flying Miata. Has a Garrett Turbo kit on it, and is so clean you could eat off it. His secret? Just stay up on maintenance and treat it right. He goes up to Caffeine & Carburetors, my local shows, and I’m sure plenty of others.
I’ve talked to the owner of this Dino several times. He’s an awesome guy who comes down from NY often. First time I saw him he was frantically pulling all of his stuff out of the trunk to throw onto the back seat. Turns out it was because the mufflers are located directly under the trunk pan, and after long drives, the trunk will get very warm. The more you know!
Didn’t take too many pictures, just a few. For some reason I haven’t been terribly awe struck for photos too much at these shows lately. Not sure exactly why, maybe it’s the lighting or the crowd, but I just haven’t been too happy with how pictures have been coming out lately.
$kaycog
> JGrabowMSt
05/24/2015 at 17:33 |
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*waves hand* I think Superformance makes a great replica. Thanks for sharing!
banjo cat ghost of oppo past
> JGrabowMSt
05/24/2015 at 17:41 |
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I don’t care if the Windsor is wide n’ heavy. Windsor with (kinsler) fuel injection is god.
Windsor
will
be in my Maverick.
CAcoalminer
> JGrabowMSt
05/24/2015 at 17:47 |
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This is such an ugly vehicle. Why would anyone like one, let alone buy one?
BmanUltima's car still hasn't been fixed yet, he'll get on it tomorrow, honest.
> CAcoalminer
05/24/2015 at 17:57 |
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I think it looks great.
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CAcoalminer
> BmanUltima's car still hasn't been fixed yet, he'll get on it tomorrow, honest.
05/24/2015 at 17:58 |
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Well, everyone is entitled to their own opinion. What do you like about it?
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BmanUltima's car still hasn't been fixed yet, he'll get on it tomorrow, honest.
> CAcoalminer
05/24/2015 at 18:01 |
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It’s 90s/00s futuristic. It looks like a spaceship inside with all the aluminum and round holes for things.
Daily Drives a Dragon - One Last Lap
> CAcoalminer
05/24/2015 at 18:02 |
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I think they look fine. I like old Alfas better, but I’d love to drive one.
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JGrabowMSt
> CAcoalminer
05/24/2015 at 18:21 |
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Buy one? Lord help those out there who have two!
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CAcoalminer
> BmanUltima's car still hasn't been fixed yet, he'll get on it tomorrow, honest.
05/24/2015 at 18:23 |
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Oh ok.
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CAcoalminer
> JGrabowMSt
05/24/2015 at 18:24 |
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Those people must be nuts!
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CAcoalminer
> Daily Drives a Dragon - One Last Lap
05/24/2015 at 18:25 |
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What are your favorite Alfas?
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JGrabowMSt
> BmanUltima's car still hasn't been fixed yet, he'll get on it tomorrow, honest.
05/24/2015 at 18:28 |
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Now that just sounds wrong.
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JGrabowMSt
> CAcoalminer
05/24/2015 at 18:38 |
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Nuts enough to post on Oppo, I’m sure!
What’s your favorite color on a GT, since you despise them so much?
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CAcoalminer
> JGrabowMSt
05/24/2015 at 18:43 |
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That’s impossible!
Well, if I was to buy one of these hideous machines, I guess I would get one in Midnight Blue Metallic. However, Mark II Black isn’t too bad either.
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JGrabowMSt
> CAcoalminer
05/24/2015 at 18:47 |
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Both wonderful choices to hate. Both of my cars are black, it’s a good thing I’m a glutton for punishment and love washing them both.
Any choice modifications to make fun of on other peoples cars, like upgraded pullies or such?
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CAcoalminer
> JGrabowMSt
05/24/2015 at 19:22 |
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Black cars are a cruel mistress.
Well, if one was to purchase one of these vile machines, I would recommend:
Ford Racing or Heffner pulley kit with a Torrie McPhail custom tune
Ford Racing short throw shifter
Accufab dual blade throttle body
Accufab magnetic drain plugs
Accufab rear axle bolt kit
Accufab radiator hose springs
Cooltech rear bumper delete exhaust
Cooltech license plate spacers
Cooltech window savers with socket
Cooltech window savers without socket
Cooltech transaxle cooler kit
Cooltech rear bumper delete catback exhuast
Halon fire suppression kit
Whipple carbon air inlet
Kip Ewing door trim rings
Kip Ewing gauge panel
Kip Ewing instrument binnacle
Kip Ewing center tunnel with storage compartment
Kip Ewing storage bin conversion kit
Kip Ewing hand brake bezel
Kip Ewing AC vents
Kip Ewing double DIN radio bracket
Kip Ewing rear wicker
Kip Ewing seat belt slots
Kip Ewing steering wheel spoke covers
Kip Ewing side splitters
Kip Ewing rear window vents and stop lamp mount
Kip Ewing front splitter
Kip Ewing rear diffuser
Pioneer double DIN radio
CDC rear bumper delete kit
Knights Autoworks seat lowering kit
Ceramic coated valve covers
Painted coil covers
Guerin Design butterfly door kit
T&A lowering perches
Leather center trim replacement
Ahlman Engineering Ohlins 4-way adjustable shocks (SL-1)
The GT Guys clamshell release hooks
The GT Guys front screen insert
The GT Guys cold air intake kit
The GT Guys racing radiator
Exoticare soft-touch elbow rests
Exoticare aluminum seat trim rings
Ford GT Billet Parts billet upper seat inserts
AP Racing 6-piston full floating slotted big brake kit
Airaid Ford GT utility tray
Bridgestone Potenza REO50A N1 (front- 265/40/18), REO50A Scuderia (rear- 345/35/19)
Xpel Ultimate clear bra
Clearplex windshield protection
DieHard Battery
4.0L Whipple supercharger (black)
Stillen performance clutch by AP Racing or Spec Stage 2 clutch
Stillen front splash guards
Stillen rear splash guards
HRE P101 wheels (gloss black or brushed clear) (if you go with these wheels, upgrade the tires to Michelin Pilot Super Sports that are 265/30/20 and 345/30/20)
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JGrabowMSt
> CAcoalminer
05/24/2015 at 19:41 |
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Now, considering I put a lot of highway miles on my SL, these Clearplex windshield protectors, are they much like a clear vinyl wrap for the windshield? I’m curious about the actual protective nature of them. Could they actually protect against dings and possible cracks from highway debris like little pebbles? I’ve already gotten a couple dings in the glass, and I’m looking to prevent it in the future. On top of that, my Magnum (being my DD) is likely to get something like this when it gets a brand new windshield (because the windshield now is pitted and in very rough condition. I also have a ding in the passenger side window that needs work...could this be applied to any window?
For science, of course.
Otherwise, if I didn’t know any better (though I do know plenty), you’ve done an awful lot of “hypothetical” shopping for hating this beast so much.
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CAcoalminer
> JGrabowMSt
05/24/2015 at 20:04 |
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Yes, ClearPlex is a great product that really does protect your windshield from cracks and debris. However, be forewarned that it is a difficult product to work with so make sure your installer has an infrared heater. Keeping this in mind, your best option is to use one of the recommended installers from their website. Also, depending on the vehicle, the product costs around $200 not including installation.
Concerning your passenger window, technically it would work.
As for knowing an awful lot, all I can say is that one must know thy enemy.
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JGrabowMSt
> CAcoalminer
05/24/2015 at 20:09 |
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What I would give to be your neighbor. We would have good times.
Know thy enemy
Thats among the best things Ive heard all day about car.
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CAcoalminer
> JGrabowMSt
05/24/2015 at 20:37 |
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Haha. We undoubtedly would.