A New Adventure Begins

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  1. lowry32

    lowry32 New Member

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    I can't stop thinking about the Comet my driveway.

    I just bought a 1973 Comet this morning and I drove it 70 miles back to my house. No issues and I was all smiles. It's completely stock and ready for me to start building her up. I'm pretty raw when it comes to car knowledge and I'll try to keep it simple. Baby steps.

    My target for this car is to have 300 hp and 350 ft.lb of torque in a very streetable daily driver. I'm in no hurry and I want it to run strong and reliably.

    Thanks in advance to all those who will be answering my rookie questions in the coming days.
     
  2. CaptainComet

    CaptainComet Large Member

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    Welcome to the board!

    Best source of knowledge for our cars anywhere.

    Always good to see another Comet out there, too. (y)
     
  3. 302-72-mav

    302-72-mav Member

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    hey is that pic in you avatar the car that was for sale on craigslist ??? i was going to buy that car but never got a call back LOL

    WELCOME from north sacramento:burnout:
     
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    Mercurycruizers David (Coop) Cooper

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    don graham MCG State Rep

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  12. lowry32

    lowry32 New Member

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    Thanks for the warm welcome everyone!

    @ 302
    Yes. I bought it in South Sac. I guess I got lucky that he actually returned my call. Let's hope I make the most of it.
     
  13. 302-72-mav

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    it's funny how i remembered that car from that little picture // i was trying to buy it about 10 to 12 months ago before i bought my first mav

    GOOD LUCK WITH YOUR CAR:thumbs2:
     

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