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After failing to finish last year I'm determined to make the start line this time with a '70 Mustang Boss 429.

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Ummmm, no Zen......you're thinking in Oz terms again.

You do know Tex Smith now lives (at least part of the year) down here now? So it was sort of relevant.

Nice mix of cars. I like it better when we have a theme. Helps me decide.

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Well I'm going to commit with a 1970 Olds Cutlass Ralley 350. I was going to do a 78 Firebird, but since there is going to be a 77 in the race, I will scratch that and maybe enter a second entry, if time allows, later.

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It will look awkward next to all these muscle cars, but I'm going to attempt to field a Porsche 924 Turbo (first offered in 1978). This kit only has about 8 parts, so I'll have to add something to it, like an engine:

Edit: I looked in a Porsche book that I have, and its says that the 924 Turbo was first sold in the U.S. in 1979, so I'll register my entry as a 1979 Porsche 924 Turbo. State of the art for the year!

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Hi Nick,

i am in, think about a Mustang, Charger or something classic...just must take a look in my stash.

One thing, i did not understood: is new drivetrain allowed, only car must be younger than 1979?

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The car body must be 1979 or older. However you may use any part/assembly from anything regardless of year.

Which will save us having arguments about "when those wheels were introduced" or "the X23 Big Block didn't have the underhand flange monkey grubbler valve blades until 1981".

I'm using a 1991 chassis and the biggest engine I can fit in the available space without cutting the bonnet.

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Which will save us having arguments about "when those wheels were introduced" or "the X23 Big Block didn't have the underhand flange monkey grubbler valve blades until 1981".

I'm using a 1991 chassis and the biggest engine I can fit in the available space without cutting the bonnet.

:D :D :D

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Yeah cutting the better halfs bonnet might tork her off the wrong way

:D:D :D :D:D:D:D:D:blink: ouch don't throw that at me

Michael

p.s.

i would like to finally do one but with life like it is now it will go crazier later in the year.

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Hi Nick,

i am in, think about a Mustang, Charger or something classic...just must take a look in my stash.

One thing, i did not understood: is new drivetrain allowed, only car must be younger than 1979?

Which will save us having arguments about "when those wheels were introduced" or "the X23 Big Block didn't have the underhand flange monkey grubbler valve blades until 1981".

I'm using a 1991 chassis and the biggest engine I can fit in the available space without cutting the bonnet.

^ their you are and that's the exact reason, no need to question anything.

I've updated the entry list.

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Due to family obligations I couldnt compete in the last one. This year I am going to participate. I have 2 entries 1) 67 Plymouth GTX and 2) I haven't decided yet. Maybe something imported.

Will post pictures of entries soon...

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Ok count me in Nick . i have no clue yet as for the car but i will know after the first of the year

if that is cool with everyone

Michael

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Which will save us having arguments about "when those wheels were introduced" or "the X23 Big Block didn't have the underhand flange monkey grubbler valve blades until 1981".

^ their you are and that's the exact reason, no need to question anything.

Yep, when I did my 1981 themed build, that was a bit a pain in the butt. A lot of research was involved on the part of the builder. Particularly when it came to wheels. But, there is nothing wrong either, with challenging the builder to learn about automotive history.

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I'd like to get in on this one with a 69 Nova SS. I've been away for about a year so hopefully this will be the kick I need to get back in full swing of things.

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I went to the hobby shop today and saw this thunderbird.I am glad we can customize it. now I just need to decide on what engine to use.

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Might as well start now Tim. By my clock, you and anyone else east of the Atlantic are approved to start.

August, Nice choice, looking forward to seeing this built. Pretty big for 1/24, maybe look for parts in 1/20 and see how it looks.

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