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Hi Nick, the carb was from a young motor that was sitting for several years. I rebuilt this motor (performance parts and more cubes) and placed it in a good vehicle, using the original induction for ease. Everything worked out fine. Meantime, the electric choke went south, and the old carb parts are rare. So, I looked at the carb that was in the basket. Dry as a bone, slight residue, and even some junky stuff in the jets. Diesel juice works, as well as brake cleaner. Cleans well, and I don't have to worry that slides are too clean that they can't move anymore. Washes away with when the good stuff goes through. Outside is freezing temps, in a couple of days it'll get well below zero. The big cold is coming. I choose to stay warm for a while. The successful breakdown and renewal made me happy.

I did my 1st carb rebuild. Gaskets and a new idle jet, plus the e choke. Hope the motor starts tomorrow.

Man, snow is for dreamers. Most working folks don't need it. It's purdy, but useless in my opinion.

So sad, such a young man. RIP.

Hmmm. Sounds to me like some kind of 'family issue'. Tell me about it, plus who has felt similar? Read, inheritance issues among immediate family....can lead to be very disgusting behavior. Yep, my dear sister....

Excellent! Steve, again just a gorgeous model, with astounding presentation. At first I thought the paint needs more shine, then I feel it suits the black and white. Also the chrome trim work is amazing, plus the bumpers show a dream finish. Interior and under the hood show real life detailing, I love it. Just a wonderful model, you're a master for sure.

Hi Steve, lots of innovations shown, plus a great paint choice and well applied. One thing that bothers in my opinion is your rear tire choice. That's a very big tire for this car, and the wheel fitment is poor. This pic; Those wheels were screwed in as far as I know, I think the wheel/tire combo would appear better if the rim was placed more 'into' the tire. Cudos on the intake manifold, that's a lot of work. I hope to have not offended, just my take is that many modelers could pay more attention to wheel fitment, and get the rims surrounded by rubber, and not to have the space looking like deflation. Michael

Well sir, that 44 year old model is a beauty for sure. Great thought and care too concerning the storage, obviously very important. I've seen here a couple of your 'back in the day' real drag cars references, and know as well you owned and piloted some great machines. Hence, I'm wondering if you'd perhaps, some time maybe, show us a collection of your owned special street cars throughout the years. That beautiful blue Anglia in the driveway is a dream. Makes me think sir, you've over the years owned several interesting rides. Maybe? Great modeling, as always seen from your side.

Talking about 'water movies', the new one out at the Oscars, "The Shape of Water"....I don't understand what the deal is, I think the movie stinks. Just sayin.

John, just gotta love it! A pickup truck with a nasty motor, and a vinyl roof! Great modeling here guys. Excellent.

Exactly. No offense was meant.

Bingo! Hey, you historians, consider re-writing the books. Maybe the real reason for germs' attempts trying to spread too far, several times? Although a true supporter of German beer, I have personally moved to wine. The stuff is so sneaky and sexy, international too. More women like wine....and so forth. PS: Joe, I know about how that can happen too....

So, you knew some issues needed attention. Then the negligence kicks you badly. Good you realize your personal New Years resolution.

STEVE, excellent! Man, the similarities are amazing. Very obvious. Good one. Here the first few minutes of Baby Driver;

Hi Ron, I've had battery troubles as well recently. Really inexpensive battery chargers can be acquired. Pull the dead battery, tomorrow morning it's back to life. I use it for my Vespa and cars. Winter is hard on batteries.

Once again John, great work and research for your Ford projects. I always enjoy the trivia too, great infos! Michael

Funny thing is, if the order of the boxes was changed, you'd see it immediately. Great man cave.

Thanks Rob, I'll check those out. I watched Dunkirk, good optics there too. The others I'll see also. Baby Driver is one of those that I'll see several times, my opinion. It's special.

Pete, that place is a mess. I like it.

Hi guys, It seems to me there were not many good ones, which ones have I missed that you liked? A surprise for me was "Baby Driver". A different film, moves fast and catches you off guard too, I really like this one. ....and you? Which ones do you like?

Hello Cale, man I like these kinds of topics, we get a good look at members' benches. Lots of remarkable areas, hey it's even good to see some dudes are even messier than what you think of your own area... Since retirement, my bench is at home in my study. Bookshelves all around, TV and small desk for PC and communication, and all my pics and models on the walls for me to see. Originally, my new bench was 20" x 32" which was just not wide enough for me to manipulate freely. Here the latest, and for me a proven size, 20" deep and 48" wide shelf that can be tilted down as well if no project is available. The shelves behind go up high, so lots of room for parts storage; Plenty of room, the ship is 3' long still room for a Proxxon handpiece and behind is a soldering station. The hanging "apron" is good for catching all the junk that loves to fall down. Just an idea, hope you get something decent worked out for you. Michael

Excellent build Christopher! Man, you MC guys build great models, I love 'em.

Fantastic Sam! Super clean, excellent paint. I have a weakness for Nortons, I'd love to build this one someday. Great job.

Ha! Love it guys. Yep, sounds like a little 'age' is kicking in. I'm retired a while now, already wondering how in the heck did I ever get anything done? Pete, not to worry, you're not alone. Good though, keep on going on...the only way to go. Great work area by the way!

Well presented, nicely photographed....again. Some day, I'd like a hint or two on how you prepare the tires! Excellent. Plus, the rims are actually 'inside' of the tire. Just wonderful! Great job.