It runs!

Discussion in 'General Maverick/Comet' started by xpsnake, Aug 13, 2006.

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  1. xpsnake

    xpsnake Bruce

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    3:40am here. Got the car running and driving an hour ago, took it out. Needs a bit of tuning, possibly an advance kit for the dizzy. But it pulls HARD through the gears. Just a quick victory post, gotta work at 6.
     
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  2. Prophetable

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    :clap: Congrats!
     
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  3. Mavaholic

    Mavaholic Growing older but not up!

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    Super!!!!
     
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  4. MikeG747

    MikeG747 Member

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    :bowdown: Man you are hard core! Posting at 3:40 & work at 6:00.:bowdown: Congrats on getting it running.(y)
     
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    Way to go Bruce
     
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  6. Grabber5.0

    Grabber5.0 Gear-head wannabe

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    That's great! Why bother going to work though? All you are going to be able to think about is leaving so youu can work on it more! :)
     
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    I'd be gidddy too!

    Congratualtions!
     
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  8. Jamie Miles

    Jamie Miles the road warrior

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    Congrats!
     
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  9. Dave B

    Dave B I like Mavericks!

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    Congrats!! It's always makes you feel good when you get something major done.
     
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  10. elliot

    elliot Member

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    Thats awsome , there is nothing like starting an engine for the first time with open headers :yippee::bananaman !!!!!
     
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  11. don graham

    don graham MCG State Rep

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    i agree with elliot especially at 3:40 in the morning.:rofl2: congratulations.
     
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  12. maverick1970

    maverick1970 MCG State Rep

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    Congrats Bruce! :clap:
    Did you take that maiden voyage at 2:40 AM with open headers?:D
    One thing for sure this was a great learning experience for you.(y)

    After my V8 swap I drove the car to school 3 days with open headers.:eek:
     
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  13. ladyeclectic79

    ladyeclectic79 Veni, vidi, vici

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    :biglaugh: :clap: I'll bet your neighborhood loved you. :drive:
     
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    Congrats Bruce(y)
     
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    Max Power Vintage Ford Mafia

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    I fondly remember all nighters. I will never do them again, but I fondly remember them.
     
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