Peach State Musclecar Challenge-2014

[jtwoods4]

LOL, that's what she said

[jtwoods4]

Thanks, John. Most everybody likes a little comedy every now and then. Just figured I'd have me some fun out there..... super old/hard tires make it easy to have fun.

Being a Pontiac guy, I really liked your T/A... you've really got a great build. I read your build thread yesterday. SWEET!

Thanks Dwight. building that car was an emotional rollercoaster after the first 50 miles I spun a rod bearing and had to take everything back apart. I think she's good now though.

regarding the hydraulic throwout bearing I just figured the mechanical setup has been working for 40 plus years so why change it. in my opinion a hydraulic clutch fork is just another thing that is going to leak. and us Pontiac guys have to deal with enough leaks.

[JEFFTATE]

When i pulled up in my wifes car and told the organisers that i had a nissan they said "You're not here to drift are you?". i guess at the last event they had some guys go out in 240's and pile threw all the cones. Our one or two can't be any worse then those guys.

Thanks for coming out man .
Come any time .
We love the Z.
and it was nice to meet you and hang out ..

[GeoffP]

Ummmm! Nevermind!

Eric you left yourself wide open with that remark... should've gone ahead and posted what you were really thinking Tim!

I prefer to think Eric was driving other people's junk (mine included) rather than "beating" on it... LOL!!!

[SparkyRnD]

Eric you left yourself wide open with that remark... should've gone ahead and posted what you were really thinking Tim!

I prefer to think Eric was driving other people's junk (mine included) rather than "beating" on it... LOL!!!

I'll have video up in the next few days. There are tons of them, and the file sizes are large. Making sure the content is good on each one and checking for language / etc before posting.

Since many of us are in such a close circle (within a few hours, say), we should arrange a couple small get-togethers. Either at someone's house for a cookout / etc., or maybe a destination run (non-racing). Like meet up in chattanooga, tour coker tire / hit the food trucks / etc. Or N. Ga mtns, etc.

[jtwoods4]

that sounds like a great idea I would be willing to host a party. but the destination drive sounds even better. I'm located off Georgia 400 in Roswell Georgia.

[jtwoods4]

the North Georgia Mountains are about 45 minutes north of my place and it's a straight shot up Georgia 400. you usually see a lot of tuner cars up there running those curvy mountain roads not sure how much fun it would be in our muscle cars. is anyone familiar with some good driving roads up near the Dahlonega area? we can use my house as a meeting location and then all hit the highway from there....

[71RS/SS396]

Eric you left yourself wide open with that remark... should've gone ahead and posted what you were really thinking Tim!

I prefer to think Eric was driving other people's junk (mine included) rather than "beating" on it... LOL!!!

Geoff, I would of posted what I really thought but this is a family show.

[Slick68]

I'll have video up in the next few days. There are tons of them, and the file sizes are large. Making sure the content is good on each one and checking for language / etc before posting.

Since many of us are in such a close circle (within a few hours, say), we should arrange a couple small get-togethers. Either at someone's house for a cookout / etc., or maybe a destination run (non-racing). Like meet up in chattanooga, tour coker tire / hit the food trucks / etc. Or N. Ga mtns, etc.

Good idea, Sparky! I've been trying to plan a "Dragon run" for several years, now, but I never seem to get under way with it.

[jtwoods4]

Matt and Sparky can we try to plan something let's do the dragon run I have never done that. where is the dragon run and where would be a good meeting place maybe for lunch and then go to the dragon run.

[71duster]

Geoff, I would of posted what I really thought but this is a family show.

dude! I thought I was bad. you really need to get your mind out of the gutter! lol!

[bugdewde]

..... Making sure the content is good on each one and checking for language / etc before posting.

I didn't think about that...... that's a good idea, since Wracker was probably within earshot of the camera.... lol.
I hope the "screamin' " of the ol' T/A is audible. I can't wait to see/hear it.

Since many of us are in such a close circle (within a few hours, say), we should arrange a couple small get-togethers. Either at someone's house for a cookout / etc., or maybe a destination run (non-racing). Like meet up in chattanooga, tour coker tire / hit the food trucks / etc. Or N. Ga mtns, etc.

That's a great idea..... Cookout or local diner.....You guys know I like to eat.
I'm only 1.5 hours from Chatt.
A Dragon Run is probably the most famous place to ride locally and there's the bonus of getting your picture made on Killboy or the other photo taking vendors along the way...... but I much prefer the Cherohala Skyway over the Dragon. Much longer straights, sweeping curves and wide lanes.
Beautiful overlooks and peaks around 5400 ft...................................




Here's a little info about it from the Dragon website.
http://www.tailofthedragon.com/cherohala.html

There's a restaurant up on top of the Dragon at the NC/TN line.... Deal's Gap. Tons of motorcycles pull off there. It's expensive, but the only thing around for a few miles. Robbinsville has a couple fast food places.

Let's not forget Helen, Ga..... I'm always up for some German food.

[Bill Howell]

I will throw this out there. I am not opposed to a gathering here either, just not an all out RTTHs this year. I am not up to planning a huge deal, but a get together for a cruise is always on my radar.

[SparkyRnD]

Bill, my thoughts were that this could be a more impromptu gathering of friends, rather than a race event (ya'll got those covered and I didn't want to step on any toes). There wouldn't be any racing, but instead just friends hanging out and doing some driving. It seems that maybe north georgia mountains would be a good common spot? Helen would be fun and there are some good twisties about 20-30 minutes away, making it a great destination. There is hwy 60, 19 and 53 which should get everyone something they need, then food / beverages / restrooms in Helen. Maybe plan something for end of July or middle of August? What does everyone's schedule look like?

[jtwoods4]

I will make time and be available for whenever we decide to do this

[GeoffP]

Maybe we should start another thread for a meet up Sparky...I know my wife and I really like Hiawassee and the surrounding area. I feel sure I could coax her out and about for a long weekend camping trip. Plus there are some great places to hang out, eat, etc around Hiawassee. I agree that the N Georgia Mountains are a good central location for a lot of us.

[jtwoods4]

Aug 15-18th works well for me. Do you guys want to plan something on one of those days?

[LemonTwisted]

Aug 15-18th works well for me. Do you guys want to plan something on one of those days?

Sounds fun. I may join you for a day trip on Saturday or Sunday.

[woodside783]

Open to all?

[jtwoods4]

Of course!