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Topic: Every once in a while it all falls in place (long) |
jerry
Replies: 9
Views: 191
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 8-21-08 07:24 Subject: Re: Every once in a while it all falls in place (long) |
| you most certainly are discriminating. i've seen that car on the lift and it's as nice underneath as it is on top. nice paint, nice components it's a great boy-toy, one i'd like to have if i had a b ... |
Topic: FS: Complete 72-73 grille set |
jerry
Replies: 1
Views: 178
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Forum: Parts For Sale Posted: 8-16-08 09:11 Subject: Re: FS: Complete 72-73 grille set |
email sent.
if they're still available, i'll take them |
Topic: US Plans Aid to Georgia. GW acts quickly |
jerry
Replies: 52
Views: 612
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Forum: Off-Topic Posted: 8-14-08 07:56 Subject: Re: Russia is pissed |
[quote="golf73
it has been estimated that there is close to 200 BILLION barrels of oil waiting to be extracted from the earth under the Caspian Sea. and all of that oil is headed for the US, UK, Wes ... |
Topic: Help finding quality carpet kit |
jerry
Replies: 11
Views: 516
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 8-13-08 02:39 Subject: Re: Help finding quality carpet kit |
if you want a genuine imported carpet (and you reside in the USA), there's an outfit i've heard about in Canada that Seams like a Perfect place to put an order in.
yea, of course i bit.....
sw ... |
Topic: Georgian president to McCain: Move 'from words to deeds' |
jerry
Replies: 13
Views: 279
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Forum: Off-Topic Posted: 8-13-08 12:30 Subject: Re: Georgian president to McCain: Move 'from words to deeds' |
[quote="TTyMiller"]“
This fool is ready to start WWIII before even being elected.[/quote]
Unfortunately, they are indeed words at this point. however, would it be any better to have heard, "we ... |
Topic: I like 'em both..... |
jerry
Replies: 8
Views: 597
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 8-13-08 12:06 Subject: Re: I like 'em both..... |
if THAT is supposed to be their smallest entry-level car it's a sad state if we put it into context of the widening girth of the american public.
that thing looks a fair bit larger than the 02. al ... |
Topic: Had Jury Duty today... |
jerry
Replies: 21
Views: 468
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Forum: Off-Topic Posted: 8-12-08 12:58 Subject: Re: Had Jury Duty today... |
that is infuriating....
what does it take to become so callous? total lack of empathy.
this is a homocidal sociopath in training.
sorry, but conselling and group therapy aint enough. |
Topic: I need a Rear Shock Tower rust is okay! |
jerry
Replies: 1
Views: 201
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 8-11-08 07:56 Subject: Re: I need a Rear Shock Tower rust is okay! |
i got one in marin that you can borrow if you can pick it up and return it when your're done....
jerryallsmanATyahooDOTcom |
Topic: This is why we can't have nice things |
jerry
Replies: 18
Views: 839
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 8-11-08 07:12 Subject: Re: This is why we can't have nice things |
[quote="blue7500"]Nope, 2AM Club.[/quote]
gawd that sucks. the 2AM Club is notorious. my nephew got the snot beat out of him once after leaving during closing time. guy was an ex-marine too, but ... |
Topic: How stupid is FOX news? |
jerry
Replies: 23
Views: 586
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Forum: Off-Topic Posted: 8-8-08 07:33 Subject: Re: How stupid is FOX news? |
network news, or any commercial entity that relies on advertising revenue is going to pander to one of two interests:
lowest common denominator - mass market appeal
niche marketing - garner a larg ... |
Topic: My cigarette lighter commited suicide. |
jerry
Replies: 2
Views: 211
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 8-8-08 06:44 Subject: Re: My cigarette lighter commited suicide. |
| me thinks your lighter was trying to give you a clear message that smoking kills! ;) |
Topic: 320i Behr radiator, nice cond. SOLD (nt) |
jerry
Replies: 1
Views: 161
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Forum: Parts For Sale Posted: 8-2-08 06:56 Subject: 320i Behr radiator, nice cond. SOLD (nt) |
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Topic: FS: 72tii intake plenum, $60 shipped, clean & nice |
jerry
Replies: 0
Views: 142
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Forum: Parts For Sale Posted: 8-1-08 08:20 Subject: FS: 72tii intake plenum, $60 shipped, clean & nice |
for your approval, i have on offer an intake plenum for a 72 model year tii (the original with plastic runners).
this part has been degreased, blasted with aluminum oxide grit followed by No.13 gla ... |
Topic: Parts Prices Feedback and Poll |
jerry
Replies: 32
Views: 1163
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 8-1-08 11:21 Subject: Re: Parts Prices Feedback and Poll |
parts i've acquired from other than OEM sources:
steering box seals (aka Garlock seals), much cheaper at the local bearing supply store.
transmission seals
i cut my own paper gasket for the steer ... |
Topic: what are the chances I can reuse my rear bearings and seals? |
jerry
Replies: 5
Views: 201
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-30-08 05:50 Subject: Re: what are the chances I can reuse my rear bearings and se |
FWIW, i work in the aeroengine overhaul business and we do not throw away bearings on a time limit.
i have inspected several sets of 02 wheel bearings and have only scrapped 2 or so for cause.
... |
Topic: NOS Holly Carburetor, Weber 32/36 clone $40.00 shipped |
jerry
Replies: 4
Views: 246
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Forum: Parts For Sale Posted: 7-29-08 07:20 Subject: Re: NOS Holly Carburetor, Weber 32/36 clone $40.00 shipped |
[quote="esty"]i'll take it....[/quote]
i was thinking you would.
i'll send the particulars this evening. double-check your zip code this time ;) |
Topic: NOS Holly Carburetor, Weber 32/36 clone $40.00 shipped |
jerry
Replies: 4
Views: 246
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Forum: Parts For Sale Posted: 7-28-08 08:52 Subject: NOS Holly Carburetor, Weber 32/36 clone $40.00 shipped |
i have an unused Holly carburetor that i understand from previous posts on this fine Forum was made under license from Weber or something like that.
anyhow, you can own this piece of automotive his ... |
Topic: Hold on to your wallets, Congress is proposing another |
jerry
Replies: 1
Views: 133
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Forum: Off-Topic Posted: 7-24-08 09:11 Subject: Hold on to your wallets, Congress is proposing another |
Bailout...
Election year politics have struck again, to wit, Congress is proposing a multi-billion dollar bailout of Fanny Mae and Freddie Mac.
i've had my dealing with Freddie Mac 10 years ag ... |
Topic: Who has used this carpet kit? |
jerry
Replies: 12
Views: 476
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-21-08 06:42 Subject: Re: Who has used this carpet kit? |
I have what I was told was an Only02 carpet kit. i bought it through someone on the board, who said it was only02. I was not impressed. very cheap quality, little to no effort to finish sewing ... |
Topic: Finnally Got My Car |
jerry
Replies: 10
Views: 476
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-21-08 11:26 Subject: Re: Finnally Got My Car |
i HATE to see another original 'blue plate' lost forever... The license plates, not the car, per se...
i'm sure you'll treat it right for the next 2-3 decades, as the rarity factor out there must ... |
Topic: Is it me or is this "selling on the negative" SF C |
jerry
Replies: 3
Views: 573
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Forum: Cars Posted: 7-21-08 07:39 Subject: Re: Is it me or is this "selling on the negative" SF Craigsl |
i was honestly dumbfounded when i saw that video used in support of trying to sell his car.
my reaction would be to expect the worst out of the car and price accordingly. i hope it finds a more de ... |
Topic: Should I put the black side molding or not? |
jerry
Replies: 5
Views: 257
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-20-08 08:29 Subject: Re: Should I put the black side molding or not? |
| the lower molding looks like the aftermarket stuff you can buy from Kragens and apply with double-sided tape. i hate the lower molding. it's pricey, the rubber peels off in due time and the holes re ... |
Topic: Who here has the EBAY name 72inka? (nt) |
jerry
Replies: 2
Views: 243
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-18-08 07:32 Subject: Re: Who here has the EBAY name 72inka? (nt) |
not me, but i've been outbid by him many, many times......
deeper pockets than i have
oh well, guess i just have to troll for scraps anymore on ePay. |
Topic: Who has a Cruiser Bike? |
jerry
Replies: 19
Views: 653
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-15-08 11:21 Subject: Re: Who has a Cruiser Bike? |
| i still have a couple old leftover bikes from the 30's and 40's that i didn't sell off last year. alameda is a GREAT bike riding town for single speeds, however, here in Marin it's a fair bit hillier ... |
Topic: 320i Recarros, still AVAILABLE, grey cloth/black vinyl $80 |
jerry
Replies: 3
Views: 381
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Forum: Parts For Sale Posted: 7-8-08 07:51 Subject: 320i Recarros, still AVAILABLE, grey cloth/black vinyl $80 |
New LOWER PRICE.
Apparently, my description of these as being in FAIR condition, needing new covering plus the photos, was not enough to seal the deal this morning.
on this account i have lowere ... |
Topic: parting tii engine, no injection |
jerry
Replies: 5
Views: 252
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Forum: Parts For Sale Posted: 7-7-08 10:15 Subject: Re: parting tii engine, no injection |
i'm on the lookout for a non-A/C crankshaft pulley for a tii. mine's got a crack on the keyway slot.
also interested in useable set of high compression bathtub pistons for the 121 head.
jerryal ... |
Topic: just a note about using abrasive grit blast cabinet |
jerry
Replies: 1
Views: 158
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-6-08 09:24 Subject: just a note about using abrasive grit blast cabinet |
| i was reading a post below cautioning against using grit blasting on engine components. as an aside, where i work, we use aluminum oxide and No.13 glass beads and plastic media to clean and remove pa ... |
Topic: What are you reading? |
jerry
Replies: 21
Views: 554
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Forum: Off-Topic Posted: 7-2-08 09:44 Subject: Re: What are you reading? |
| i got about halfway through Cervantes' Don Quixote this Spring before setting down on my nightstand indefinitely. i have an unfortunate habit of putting books down when i determine that i've gotten t ... |
Topic: I was minding my own business until... |
jerry
Replies: 11
Views: 350
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Forum: Off-Topic Posted: 7-1-08 06:51 Subject: Re: I was minding my own business until... |
armond, you can have it both ways!!!!
merely move the kids into their new victorian house and then rent out the newly vacated rooms for supplemental income and EVERYONE wins!!! |
Topic: Sold F/S brand new rear subframe mounts |
jerry
Replies: 2
Views: 211
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Forum: Parts For Sale Posted: 6-29-08 09:33 Subject: Re: F/S brand new rear subframe mounts (nt) |
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