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Very nice! https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...iggthumpup.gif Congratulations Tom https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/beers.gif

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Nice shots from CB 08..congrats Tom!!

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-----Cant wait to see the issue in person. Good for you, Tom!!! How come your name isnt mentioned??? I was especially pleased to see Terry Carneys name in there as he was at times passed over by some. His contributions to "Red Alert" were, as far as I am concerned, huge. Im really not an outgoing guy and Terry would always manage to open doors for me, as well as so much more. I miss him every day..........Bill S

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Hey Pretty Boy!

I too miss that guy. We did a lot of hanging those last 2 years before he passed. That guy was an absolute stitch.

We've all got so many Terry stories it would fill a book.

Some of the Metro Milwaukee stories were the best.

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I apologize for going off topic. But I think it's important in Terry's legacy. A lot of people thought he was just a crazy, hard drinking Irishman. Those that knew him recognized that he was actually a great promoter-instrumental in the sale and brokering of many well known cars- very knowledgable- and probably the most loyal friend you could have. You always knew it was him on the phone- always "Hey pretty boy!" "Hey hot shot!" The car community lost a great one way too soon.

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Bill, no big deal, does not bother me that I was not mentioned.

To me, it should be about the car and the history, which includes not only the Hamilton family, but you and Terry, and the others who before me who took such good care of her. Most folks cannot believe that the car has been a racecar since 1971, and yet remains in such good, unrestored condition.

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-------Randy,,,Thanks so much for the pic, and the memories. You are right on all counts, by the way.
-------Tom,,, I really feel that the car couldnt have a better promoter than you and your family. You are doing all of us before us proud!!!.....Bill S

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Will that write up be in the magazine or just on the website? If it is in the mag, what issue?
James

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-------Randy,,,Thanks so much for the pic, and the memories. You are right on all counts, by the way.
-------Tom,,, I really feel that the car couldnt have a better promoter than you and your family. You are doing all of us before us proud!!!.....Bill S

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You are right on the money, Bill.

Congrats TC and family; always "behind the scenes", but actively making our hobby a great place to be!

BA

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Super car Super owner!! Congrates Tom https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...iggthumpup.gif

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Good old Terry. His black '69 coupe is alive and well here in Austin. Saw his red/black '69 435 at Bloomington.
I'm sure he would have been at Elkhart Lake last weekend having a beer with me. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/beers.gif

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How about a match race with this one Tom?(This is what it looked like when we hauled it North)



http://www.classicmusclecars.com/ima...owroom/car.jpg

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Cool..Ought to be neat a piece when restored. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...iggthumpup.gif

As per racing you, bring it on. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ns/naughty.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/haha.gif

Anyone who has been to a SCR knows I am all about running these rare beasts down the track. And thankfully, I am not alone. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ins/3gears.gif

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-----Tom,,,I believe that one has already been done to a "T". Im not sure where it resides these days but the resto was one of the nicest race restos I ever saw, bar none!!!........Bill S

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-----Tom,,,I believe that one has already been done to a "T". Im not sure where it resides these days but the resto was one of the nicest race restos I ever saw, bar none!!!........Bill S

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Didn't Kevin Suydam have that car for awhile? I could be mistaken.... https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/hmmm.gif

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------I think you are right, Bruce........Bill S

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Yep...I found the pics... Click here!

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------I probably should say that the resto on this Cougar was actually too nice in a way. Unlike "Red Alert" this gorgeous Cougar will never see the lights come down again. Randy and the crew did too good a job and the car has achieved "museum potato" status. I remember being told how difficult the resto was. I guess Cougar resto peices dont come even close to being easy to find. It is a peice of history, though and probably deserves the rest........Bill S

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We still have one of the donor cars out back. I think we used 4.

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Brent suited up and personally did all the custom paintwork on that car.

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One last off topic post. As one that believes that credit should be given when due. While we are handing out kudos here, there is one person that hasn't been acknowledged.
Back in the day, we had one major financial and emotional backer- Mike G. He was behind the scenes on nearly every rare discovery/restoration. In fact, we had an affectionate nickname for him- Mike "Please don't mention my name, I'm a silent partner"!
At any rate, Mike is known by new members here for Grumpy's Toy, Sox/Martin, etc. However, back in the day when these rare cars and race cars were being resurrected for love of the hobby and not great financial gain, Mike was right there. I believe his pioneering support in resurrecting these race cars is directly responsible for the prices we see today.
I thought back and realized he had involvement in most of the well known cars today,including Super Cat, Red Alert, The Judge, the then unknown L78 Convertibles, various Yenkos, COPOs, ZL1's, etc.
I don't even know if you post on this board any more Mike, but a big thank you for what you've done for decades to preserve this wonderful hobby and passion.

Randy

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I don't even know if you post on this board any more Mike, but a big thank you for what you've done for decades to preserve this wonderful hobby and passion.

Randy

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Oh, he's still around....... and still doing what he does best! https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/wink.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/beers.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ns/worship.gif

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I don't even know if you post on this board any more Mike, but a big thank you for what you've done for decades to preserve this wonderful hobby and passion.

Randy

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Oh, he's still around....... and still doing what he does best! https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/wink.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/beers.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ns/worship.gif

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I agree! He definitely loves his muscle cars...I can think of one certain Chevelle at the SCR with a bit of air under the front tire! https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ns/burnout.gif

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------You know, Randy, you couldnt be more right. My personal dealings with Mike have been of absolutely the highest nature. He is a credit to the hobby........Bill S

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congrats Tom!

[was that ever a DH Chevelle with a door that opened??... https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/hmmm.gif]
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congrats Tom!

[was that ever a DH Chevelle with a door that opened??... https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/hmmm.gif]
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Hey Steve!!! Good to see you posting again...Work has been crazy busy, eh? https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/beers.gif

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Mike G.......In fact, we had an affectionate nickname for him- Mike "Please don't mention my name, I'm a silent partner"!


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Here is definitely one man who is genuine, sincere and honest and one who does not WANT or NEED any pats on the back. A true hobbiest. Thanks Mike. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...iggthumpup.gif

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O.K. guys. I just got home from a big {very hot] Pontiac show & saw this thread for the first time. Thanks to all, but ENUF! I know I'm old, but please, no premature epitaphs.

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He's alive!

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No epitaph yet Mike; just glad you're around. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...iggthumpup.gif

And Welcome Back Steve. We missed you. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/beers.gif

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I will ask this again since I got no responses last time.
Will that write up be in the magazine or just on the website? If it is in the mag, what issue?
James

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I will ask this again since I got no responses last time.
Will that write up be in the magazine or just on the website? If it is in the mag, what issue?
James

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I do not know. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/dunno.gif

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Went to a local track for some TNT in Red Alert. Things started off kind of slow, do to traction problems. But, as I experimented with tire pressures and burnout procedure, I was able to drop my ’60 time from 1.70s to 1.60s, with a best of 1.58. I felt really good about this, as this was with very little track prep. My last pass of the day was a personal best, with a 6.8728 at 102.46. As usual, the car was well received.

BTW, I had a blast. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ins/3gears.gif

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Good deal Tom!

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Sounds like you and Howie have something planned. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/wink.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...iggthumpup.gif

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Sounds like you and Howie have something planned. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/wink.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...iggthumpup.gif

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Shhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh! https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ins/3gears.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ins/3gears.gif

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I think Howie is sandbagging. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ns/naughty.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/haha.gif

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I think Howie is sandbagging. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ns/naughty.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/haha.gif

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https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ns/shocked.gifPossibly. They HAVE had some heavy rains! https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/grin.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/grin.gif