Doorgunner's '68 Convertible Project
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Thanks 540......my build is the RVZIO thread done backwards!
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For all that you have to deal with.....I am amazed that you are still in this to complete it....because many people without any major influences in their life would have run for cover and thrown in the towel a long time ago...mainly due to people now-a-days are looking for fast/instant gratification and are seldom willing to put time into something.
And all of those Corvette Forum members out there that are still working hard on their projects should all pat themselves on the back.
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Dub, just keeping any of our old bucket of bolts rolling is a lot of hard work! I have been at it for 45 years now, on mine. Lou.
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While there is a lull in the work until tomorrow, I have a Life-Lesson for Corvette Forum Members who have pets:
Dogs are still puppies at heart. Both of my wife's dogs/ages 8 & 10, were watching me post on the Forum this morning.
SO..........I put my laptop down.......slid out of my recliner........laid on the floor....and had a great 20 minutes with the two dogs barking and jumping all over me until we all were worn out. It was a grand time.
Dogs are still puppies at heart. Both of my wife's dogs/ages 8 & 10, were watching me post on the Forum this morning.
SO..........I put my laptop down.......slid out of my recliner........laid on the floor....and had a great 20 minutes with the two dogs barking and jumping all over me until we all were worn out. It was a grand time.
You know what's often been said on these boards: Without pictures, did it really ever happen??
Sure wish my dog was still around to romp with!!Paul
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I'm still dealing with the P.T.S. slump.......looked at the car today/went back to the recliner
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Sorry to hear the PTS has reared its ugly head again, just take it easy and hopefully you'll be back to working on the car again before you know it. I do, however, recommend getting as much puppy therapy as you can while you're not out working on the vette.
My ol' girl was 70 pounds of yellow Labrador, all tail and an insatiable appetite! I don't think either (or both) of yours could fill the void she left. Besides, I think your missus might miss her precious pup(s) enough to make your life so miserable, the PTS would seem like a vacation. I would never wish to be the cause for that much "pain" for you. Thanks for the offer though!
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What, no doggie fix????
Sorry to hear the PTS has reared its ugly head again, just take it easy and hopefully you'll be back to working on the car again before you know it. I do, however, recommend getting as much puppy therapy as you can while you're not out working on the vette.
My ol' girl was 70 pounds of yellow Labrador, all tail and an insatiable appetite! I don't think either (or both) of yours could fill the void she left. Besides, I think your missus might miss her precious pup(s) enough to make your life so miserable, the PTS would seem like a vacation. I would never wish to be the cause for that much "pain" for you. Thanks for the offer though!
Paul
Sorry to hear the PTS has reared its ugly head again, just take it easy and hopefully you'll be back to working on the car again before you know it. I do, however, recommend getting as much puppy therapy as you can while you're not out working on the vette.
My ol' girl was 70 pounds of yellow Labrador, all tail and an insatiable appetite! I don't think either (or both) of yours could fill the void she left. Besides, I think your missus might miss her precious pup(s) enough to make your life so miserable, the PTS would seem like a vacation. I would never wish to be the cause for that much "pain" for you. Thanks for the offer though!
Paul
About the puppy I offered to you......If a ventilated FedEx box arrives on your doorstep......just put some dogfood and water inside it.......and use the "Return to Sender" label
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I'm just checking in since it's been nearly a week. The P.T.S. is very "reliable"......it's not letting up.
The good news is......I'm familiar with the routine---it may be another week/it may be 3 more months.
The good news is......I'm familiar with the routine---it may be another week/it may be 3 more months.
Is my vette stock?? HAHA
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Hey Door Gunner, sorry to hear about the PTSD. Atleast your not dealing with flooding at the same time.
Maybe you could go sit in the vette, I've had some bad days that I just went out and just sat there and fondled the steering wheel and shifter. I may not have PTSD but I felt better while I sat there.
Good luck.
Maybe you could go sit in the vette, I've had some bad days that I just went out and just sat there and fondled the steering wheel and shifter. I may not have PTSD but I felt better while I sat there.
Good luck.
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Just look at it as a case of Severe Advanced Procrastination (SAP).
I'm not trying to make fun of the situation, but I've made it thru some bad times by succeeding in distilling out the humor. There is an expression from Shakespeare that I try to keep close at hand, "There is the soul of goodness in things evil, would men but observingly distill it out." (I believe that is correct, and apologize for the misogynistic slant.)
Carry on, Sir; you continue to be an inspiration.
I'm not trying to make fun of the situation, but I've made it thru some bad times by succeeding in distilling out the humor. There is an expression from Shakespeare that I try to keep close at hand, "There is the soul of goodness in things evil, would men but observingly distill it out." (I believe that is correct, and apologize for the misogynistic slant.)
Carry on, Sir; you continue to be an inspiration.
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Hey Door Gunner, sorry to hear about the PTSD. Atleast your not dealing with flooding at the same time.
Maybe you could go sit in the vette, I've had some bad days that I just went out and just sat there and fondled the steering wheel and shifter. I may not have PTSD but I felt better while I sat there.
Good luck.
Maybe you could go sit in the vette, I've had some bad days that I just went out and just sat there and fondled the steering wheel and shifter. I may not have PTSD but I felt better while I sat there.
Good luck.
Just look at it as a case of Severe Advanced Procrastination (SAP).
I'm not trying to make fun of the situation, but I've made it thru some bad times by succeeding in distilling out the humor. There is an expression from Shakespeare that I try to keep close at hand, "There is the soul of goodness in things evil, would men but observingly distill it out." (I believe that is correct, and apologize for the misogynistic slant.)
Carry on, Sir; you continue to be an inspiration.
I'm not trying to make fun of the situation, but I've made it thru some bad times by succeeding in distilling out the humor. There is an expression from Shakespeare that I try to keep close at hand, "There is the soul of goodness in things evil, would men but observingly distill it out." (I believe that is correct, and apologize for the misogynistic slant.)
Carry on, Sir; you continue to be an inspiration.
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I'm just checking in. The P.T.S. is hammering me.....
I won't go into detail because I would need violin music in the background.
You Members keep at it......I'll catch up, God willing!
I won't go into detail because I would need violin music in the background.
You Members keep at it......I'll catch up, God willing!
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And i hope you get feeling better very very soon.
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Your car is just like mine.....it`s in the garage, and it will still be there when I`m ready to work on it again! Right now, I have some stuff to deal with, but I AM still collecting parts, so whenever I can get back to it, at least I`ll have a lot to do!
Just relax Tony, it`ll be waiting for you when you`re ready!
Just relax Tony, it`ll be waiting for you when you`re ready!