Ahoy from OR!

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  1. mortalis

    mortalis Member

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    Hey all, new to this forum and new to Mavericks, been lurking here for a couple of weeks and have been impressed to say the least with the quality/quantity of info here. Gem of a site here guys :)

    That said, here's the abridged backstory. I first met my horse about 6 months ago; my mechanic buddy's sunday driver, I quickly fell in love with its ugly tan/cream paint job, pusher bars, and low rumble that preceded its arrival to the local watering hole. So, 4 months ago, when he told me of his intent to sell the vehicle instead of transplanting its newly rebuilt 302 (!) in his 2dr Mav, I emptied out my checking account and went all in.

    Got more than my investment back in ****s and giggles, and aside from general maintenance, has been more cooperative than any of the EFI cars I've owned before. Made the San Fransico to Salem pilgrimage like a champ. That's my story, thanks for listening!

    Here's a pic, as is she's a sleeper, but that will probably change with your help ;)
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    -Derek
     
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    Mercurycruizers David (Coop) Cooper

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    :Welcome: to the board.... Bring it up to the Colby cruise, on Memorial day weekend. Here's a link: Cruzin' to Colby Car Show Everett WA

    Mike from Oregon, is coming up. You could caravan with him....
     
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  4. mortalis

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    Ooooh... looks awesome guys, but I might have to take a pass until next year. Gotta put in a 4bbl and do some body work before I show my face, until then the car is only good for scaring ricers :oops:
     
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    mavgrab302 MCCI Florida State Rep

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  6. yellow75

    yellow75 MCCI Oregon State Rep Supporting Member

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    I have an intake and a 800 double pumper Holley you can stick on it.:biglaugh:

    Anyhow welcome to the forum, Colby Cruise is a blast last year the sayings that I heard that sticks in my head is " I didnt know they made that many Mavericks" and " We used to have one of those and beat the heck out of it"

    Maybe we will see you around one of these days I am just over in Tillamook :Handshake
     
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    maverick1970 MCG State Rep

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    Matterick Matt Somerville

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    mav1970 Bob Hatcher

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    :Welcome: from Northeast Pennsylvania - glad to have you here
     
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    rayzorsharp I "AM" a Maverick!

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    Welcome! Looks like a nice project. Good luck with it.
     
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    don graham MCG State Rep

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    Mavman72 Gone backwards but lookin' forward

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