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Fat Brian is right. Use an automotive primer and see what happens. If the primer does craze Splash Paint has 1k and 2k primer Mike

Using The swimming pool is the best PT for me. I used it after rotator surgery. Later today I may go to the pool. It's kinda hard to explain. When I am in the pool my whole body feels great. For me this is a lot better than PT exercises and weightlifting. Try the pool!!! Mike

My heart goes out to you guys with all of your pain and suffering. I feel kinda ashamed complaining about my problem compared to what others are going through. Tuesday, I have an appointment with a neurologist. My doctor wants to make sure that this sciatica is not a symptom of spine problems. Good luck to all of you. Old geezer Mike

On June 21st I went to the emergency room because I had such pain from my Butt Cheek down to my knee. I was diagnosed with Sciatica. I have heard of it but never experienced it. My doctor prescribed a steroid pack, muscle relaxer, pain medicine, and physical therapy. Today 7/15 is the first day with no pain and I can walk as normal. I had to put up with this pain for almost 25 days. Anyone else have had the pleasure of dealing with this and how long did it take to get back to normal activities? Mike P.S. I WOULD wish this on my worst enemy!!!

My brother-in-law is 61 and was diagnosed with dementia 5 years ago. The medical care that he is getting has slowed the progression of the disease, but he will never be cured. A big problem for my sister-in-law is that Ron is still active. He emptied every draw in the kitchen looking for his shoes, he went out and mowed the neighbor's lawn. Wandered away from the house for 2 hours. When the police found him, he was so de-hydrated, and sun burned they took him to the hospital. He has had a lot of mishaps at home. There are a lot of ponds, small rivers, and swamp land in Florida where they live. If he wanders off, he could be attacked by an alligator, bitten by a rattlesnake or drown. Now the all the doors have electronic locks and Ron wears a GPS bracelet. As Ron says "This is one evil disease" Mike

Very nice build. Great paint job. I have used transparent paints on some of my cars.

Hey Guys Thanks for all of your comments. It does mean a lot to me. Mike

I did some more digging. the cartoonist Russ Meyers bought the car new. Here is the story on Hemmings . https://www.hemmings.com/stories/2014/06/02/numbers-matching-1971-plymouth-hemi-cuda-heads-to-auction

This is a replica of the $3.5m Cuda sold at Mecum Seatle 2014. The most expensive Cuda in the lineup but no options! No sport mirrors, no console, no spoiler, no pb or ps. Not 1. Drag Race a convertible? I can't find anything about the original owner. Plymouth did beef up the frame on Hemi convertibles. Drive the PCH top down. Oops too fast for that curve. This is box stock, painted with Scale Finishes Bright Blue, tires, wheels, hub caps and tire decals all from Fireball. Looks like I did not chrome the sill.

I saw these 2 on the North Shore of Hawaii

Steve, I agree. Mike

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I have been looking at E cars. The range depends on how many options you are using. My main concern is road trips and the availability of charging stations. There are plenty of horror stories about 2-3 hour charging times. Missed reservations, parties, airline flights and so on and so on. Tesla has the most stations and is building more. Thier pick up is one I would consider buying. Mike

Does any company make a Chrome Acrylic Paint? Mike

Anyone watching The Offer on Paramount +? Any The Godfather fan should take a look at it. It is about the making of the movie. Some of it is over the top with especially Robert Evans {Paramount} and Charlie Bluhdorn. {Gulf and Western}. The last time I saw a person barking as a dog at another person was Curly of The Three Stooges. It was written by Al Ruddy the producer of The Godfather and his experiences making the movie. So, most of it has gotta be true. Mike

The first car that I can remember my dad owning was a 1959 Sport Fury. I spent hours in that car pretending to drive it. I am looking for a model of the 59 but only 58 Chrisine is available. I have looked at some 59 promos, but they are in rough shape. If I can find a 59-back bumper, could it be grafted onto the 59? The biggest challenge looks like the fins on the 59 are skinner than the 58. Maybe I will just paint Christine the same colors. Only me and a Plymouth Fury expert would know the difference. Any advice? Mike The 59 is on top

How to Use the Color Wheel to Pick Your Perfect Color Palette | Better Homes & Gardens (bhg.com)

This H&G video explains how to use a color wheel. I use when I need a custom color My first step would be to look for an OEM color that I like. When I mix paints, I only use the same brand. There is nothing worse than watching paint craze on a body. Off the top of my head, I would try a Kandy Burgandy Wine. With any Kandy you have a lot of control on how light or dark you want to go. Maybe a Burgandy Pearl. Check out HOK is my go-to. Good luck Mike.

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I stumbled across this great deal on Facebook Market Place. $50.00 for the slot car set, the timer, and the track extension. It was listed for 2 hours when I saw it and only 30 minutes from my home. I figure retail for all of it is about $255.99 Mike

Richard, You are correct about road racing cars. If I was in it for real racing, I would get a used race car. There are plenty to choose from $10,000 to $50,000 which is a lot cheaper than commissioning one from scratch. All the bugs have been sorted out. Just get in and beat the Hell out of it and have fun. Those Winged Warriors may be re-worked Roadrunners or Chargers. It's a lot more prudent to fabricate the front aero piece than find a real one. The same goes for that Torino. One Daytona sat unsold for almost 2 years at Mr. Norms Chicago. I really admire people who have held on to these historic cars. See the $1 million+ 1969 Charger Daytona from the Mecum auction – Stellpower Mike

Larry, I have one if you are still looking Mike

Smoking cigarettes in the pits, while fueling the cars. Street clothes and street shoes maybe a team T shirt. Ned Jarrett and Dr. Jerry Punch announcing the races. The real challenge was trying to find out which station was televising the race TNT, TNN, CMS or who else. IMO Fox Tv ruined NASCAR. Boogity Boogity You are right real cars and real drivers Mike

I think that Ford built 3 for the street. Last time I saw one for sale the asking price was $258,000.