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Safety Car
Joined: Jan 2008
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From: Vero Beach Florida
How much $
I was thinking how easy it would be to drop a easy grand into my Vett's wish list today. On just general things nothing out of the normal a hundered here a hundred there before you know it's real money. Who else could do the same, not that we will or could
Team Owner
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It never works to have a planned limit, but......
I figure with 4k mine should be close to how I want it. yucky, talk about bad investment. LOL old c4 + mods that can't be recouped. it's just part of the hobby I guess.
I figure with 4k mine should be close to how I want it. yucky, talk about bad investment. LOL old c4 + mods that can't be recouped. it's just part of the hobby I guess.
Drifting
Joined: Nov 2005
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From: Charlotte NC
Carpet, sound deadening, weatherstripping, new mats, new seat covers, refinish the sawblades....That's not even touching the engine, drivetrain and suspension.
1k my white azz
It's definately a hobbie, 'cause I sure as hell know I'll never see a return on any C4 spends. On the flip-side, she's bought and paid for
1k my white azz
It's definately a hobbie, 'cause I sure as hell know I'll never see a return on any C4 spends. On the flip-side, she's bought and paid for
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Burning Brakes
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From: Land of Whiskey Rebels, PA
Exhaust system...........$1000.
Replace seals (rear main, trans. input)..........another grand or more.
Seats...........carpet and heat barrier.............new soft top................refinish wheels............what else?
I just try to do one big thing a year. This year I replaced all the hubs and U-joints. With the annual inspection, I've blown this year's $1000 budget. Now, I'm cruising and having fun, and thinking about what I want to put on my fix/restore list for next year.
My/our cars are always going to be "a work in progress". Just ask Jay Leno.
Mike
'90 'vert
PS--My car never smarts off and always does what I ask. A lot less trouble and money than a wife. This car's a keeper.
Replace seals (rear main, trans. input)..........another grand or more.
Seats...........carpet and heat barrier.............new soft top................refinish wheels............what else?
I just try to do one big thing a year. This year I replaced all the hubs and U-joints. With the annual inspection, I've blown this year's $1000 budget. Now, I'm cruising and having fun, and thinking about what I want to put on my fix/restore list for next year.
My/our cars are always going to be "a work in progress". Just ask Jay Leno.
Mike
'90 'vert
PS--My car never smarts off and always does what I ask. A lot less trouble and money than a wife. This car's a keeper.
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Weaves Vet.
A while ago you posted about how when you buy someting extra for your car, its an investment in yourself. The joy and happiness it brings.
I agree 100 %. Nothing like new parts to get you moving and busy. Kind a like a theraputic moment for me.
I even watch the tracking for delivery when I buy something new.
Corvette Mike
I agree 100 %. Nothing like new parts to get you moving and busy. Kind a like a theraputic moment for me.
I even watch the tracking for delivery when I buy something new.
Corvette Mike
Le Mans Master
Joined: May 2007
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From: Valparaiso
A while ago you posted about how when you buy someting extra for your car, its an investment in yourself. The joy and happiness it brings.
I agree 100 %. Nothing like new parts to get you moving and busy. Kind a like a theraputic moment for me.
I even watch the tracking for delivery when I buy something new.
Corvette Mike
I agree 100 %. Nothing like new parts to get you moving and busy. Kind a like a theraputic moment for me.
I even watch the tracking for delivery when I buy something new.
Corvette Mike
I figure with 4k mine should be close to how I want it. yucky, talk about bad investment. LOL old c4 + mods that can't be recouped. it's just part of the hobby I guess.
Pure pleasure !
I have a to-do and to-buy crazy long list,but i have no deadline.-
Install AC DELETE
Install clear dizzy cap
Buy and replace FUEL FILTER ACDELCO GF481 / NEW GF652
Buy Hood cable retainers
Buy Console shifter plate
Install IAC
Clean front suspension / vapor ?
Polish & clean engine
Install power window switches
Install Hood release handle
Buy & Replace brake pads
Install e-brake hardware & cables
Install Master Cylinder
Install Speed Bleeders
Install Headers
Re locate mufflers
Re install Roller Rockers
Install Air Dam
Install emblems
Install Lowering Kit
Install allen bolts (valve covers)
Burp radiator again
Tight trim panels
Check vacuum lines
Roof pads
AFR 195 Heads
52 or 58 mm throttle body
LPE Super ram
Brand new Bilsteins
Suspension bushings
Goodridge brake lines
Pcmforless custom chip
Sill protectors
Door panels
Carpet
Floor mats
1990 Sport Seats
Horn Button
Headliner
Repair headlight gears
Weatherstripping
Wheel bearings
Race Director
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, but it is an investment in my happiness! i have about $3K above what i paid for my DD 90, and i figure another grand should do it (for now 
).
Safety Car
Joined: Dec 2007
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From: Sandhills of North Carolina
A while ago you posted about how when you buy someting extra for your car, its an investment in yourself. The joy and happiness it brings.
I agree 100 %. Nothing like new parts to get you moving and busy. Kind a like a theraputic moment for me.
I even watch the tracking for delivery when I buy something new.
Corvette Mike
I agree 100 %. Nothing like new parts to get you moving and busy. Kind a like a theraputic moment for me.
I even watch the tracking for delivery when I buy something new.
Corvette Mike
I do the same thing with tracking.
Race Director
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I could drop $5K into mine and still need paint I thought seriously thought about updating a while back. I came to the realization that after all of the work and $$$$$, I would still have an '85 Vette......A very nice one, but still an '85.
I thought seriously thought about updating a while back. I came to the realization that after all of the work and $$$$$, I would still have an '85 Vette......A very nice one, but still an '85.
...WW