Merlin checking in....
Team Owner
Joined: Jun 2001
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From: Virginia USA
Re: Merlin checking in.... (74-Roadster)
Good Luck with whatever you do in the future. I agree 100% that in this day and age you need to put your family and friends above all else. I thank you for the long strange trip called Merlin.......it has been a real HOOT!!! Just make sure whoever buys it becomes a member of the forum and keeps us updated on the car and I hope you stay away from the ricer forums and come here from time to time just to check in with the boys. BTW how big is your wing??? :lolg: :lolg: Just kidding.
Good Luck
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Good Luck
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Drifting
Joined: Mar 2001
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From: Valencia (near LA) CA
Re: Merlin checking in....
As everyone else has said, Thanks for sharing your dream with us, and I'm glad you finished it:)
BUT- Why an Accord?? I can completely understand getting rid of the exotics, but replacing them with an Accord? Now an Accord is a great car, but couldn't you find some middle ground? Like maybe a 350z or the more grown-up G35?
I think having a cool car is the real Steve, and right now your just going through a phase ;)
~Jay
PS- Keep in touch. We weren't just intersed in the the car we really liked you too!
BUT- Why an Accord?? I can completely understand getting rid of the exotics, but replacing them with an Accord? Now an Accord is a great car, but couldn't you find some middle ground? Like maybe a 350z or the more grown-up G35?
I think having a cool car is the real Steve, and right now your just going through a phase ;)
~Jay
PS- Keep in touch. We weren't just intersed in the the car we really liked you too!
Instructor
Joined: Apr 2003
Posts: 248
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From: Kansas City MO
Re: Merlin checking in.... (Merlin522)
You know what you're doing, no one else can live your life and I'm glad to see you happy. I just wish I had the disposable income to get the car! ;) I'd have loved to be the one to carry on the legacy for ya.
Best wishes and best of luck in all that you do.
Best wishes and best of luck in all that you do.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Dec 2000
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From: Carmichael CA
Re: Merlin checking in.... (Merlin522)
I used to drive by Park Place almost every day. I lived down the street near the corner of 132th & Bel-Red road and would cut across to 20th on my way to work. They often had some of the nicest cars there. They had an F50 out front when they first came out if you get what I mean. If anyone can find a buyer for your car they can.
And yes, it seems that luck does count for something...look at me...I haven't worked for like 2 years, so I'm going back to school. Kudos on getting the Office 11 contract.
And yes, it seems that luck does count for something...look at me...I haven't worked for like 2 years, so I'm going back to school. Kudos on getting the Office 11 contract.
Race Director
Joined: Nov 1999
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From: Foxfield CO 1970 Convertible
Re: Merlin checking in.... (Rockn-Roll)
Good luck Steve -
It was great following your project. I'm still planning to put a Whipple on a new big small block in my Vette as soon as I can figure out the rest of the details. You opened my eyes to the twin screws...
Hopefully, the pendulum has not swung too far. As one of the "older guys" here, I can say that I've been through it all, and almost sold my Vette a few times. I just threw a tarp over it and have always come back without regrets. Twenty years from now, when you are sitting around having a drink with your friends and swapping stories, no one will give a rats behind about having worked 130 hours a week. But I guarantee they will lean closer to hear about the quad-screw 522... :yesnod:
"...what a long, strange trip it's been..."
Good luck and check in from time to time...
It was great following your project. I'm still planning to put a Whipple on a new big small block in my Vette as soon as I can figure out the rest of the details. You opened my eyes to the twin screws...
Hopefully, the pendulum has not swung too far. As one of the "older guys" here, I can say that I've been through it all, and almost sold my Vette a few times. I just threw a tarp over it and have always come back without regrets. Twenty years from now, when you are sitting around having a drink with your friends and swapping stories, no one will give a rats behind about having worked 130 hours a week. But I guarantee they will lean closer to hear about the quad-screw 522... :yesnod:
"...what a long, strange trip it's been..."
Good luck and check in from time to time...
Team Owner
Joined: Aug 1999
Posts: 30,995
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From: Ontario
Re: Merlin checking in.... (Merlin522)
I can't imagine life without dreams. Nothing to strive for, no direction to follow. And sometimes dreams can become reality as in your case. Then you move on to the next one.
Go for the Ph.D. I did an executive MBA at the age of 45. That was one of my dreams. Darn near killed me emotionally and physically, not to mention a few dollars came out of my savings account, but some quiet evenings I look at that piece of wallpaper and say YES to myself. I did it....And no one can take that sense of accomplishment away from me. I believe you know that feeling also!
Paul
Go for the Ph.D. I did an executive MBA at the age of 45. That was one of my dreams. Darn near killed me emotionally and physically, not to mention a few dollars came out of my savings account, but some quiet evenings I look at that piece of wallpaper and say YES to myself. I did it....And no one can take that sense of accomplishment away from me. I believe you know that feeling also!
Paul
Race Director
Joined: Jan 2001
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From: Matthews NC
Re: Merlin checking in.... (Merlin522)
I've enjoyed following your post on your car. You've done a great job on it and it's unfortunate that you're letting it go. Like someone else said, if it's paid for maybe you should think about keeping it. You'll never do one like that again and you know the first love always leaves a lasting impression! Good luck in your career. Keep us informed! And don't work too hard. Cost me a marriage once. Take care! :seeya
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From: Saginaw Michigan
Re: Merlin checking in.... (RMVette)
It's been a very interesting several years following your project. The Forum is the better for it. One of the earlier threads mentioned Barrett-Jackson. Merlin522 would certainly fit their auction far better than eBay.
Good fortunes in the future.
Jim Shea
Good fortunes in the future.
Jim Shea
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From: I blame my Dyslexia MD
Re: Merlin checking in.... (Merlin522)
im only 17 and im already on my second accord, the bent frame in the first one wasnt that great, both from my dad, one wa shis at one time, the other bought by him and going to my sis soon. i can understand why you made the change, hey wehn i was putting the carb on my 76 i needed somthing to get the little parts from all the hardware stores around town in. well good luck in the future adn the realestate market is a good one, my brothers making alot in it and im trying to get a duplex once i go to college. bye
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