This ain't no build thread!

[NCGreasemonkey]

Thanks for the vid. .

And she is a strong woman to have you gone. She will get the tire sorted.

Had to LOL at you reminding the son to turn off the camera this time.

Be safe my friend! And safe passage!!! Don't purchase too many goodies for us land-lovers too keep up with while you are at sea, ok?

[chiefmg]

Just updated my MS account with race results so I'll be back to being active there.

My wife got that wheel/tire fixed, turned out it was a bad valve stem. So kiddies make sure if you buy those from eBay you get multiple sets. I had two other sets from a different place in the past with no problems, but you just never know. I had already bought another set (but different) so now one doesn't match the others. I'm probably going to get some 949 ones next time home so I won't have to worry again.

[chiefmg]

A JDM MS spoiler is now mine. Not in my possession mind, but Rod (Tetsuya Garage) won the auction so once it's in his hands it will be sent my way. Should be waiting for me when I get home.

[chiefmg]

It has arrived:



Wife says there is a scratch on the bottom, but since it has to be painted that isn't an issue. The three weeks and a bit to go until I can touch it is though...

[NCGreasemonkey]

The wife camera shy?

Nice grab! Be safe!

[Demon I Am]

Jealousy is me!

[chiefmg]

The wife camera shy?

Nice grab! Be safe!

I'll be sure to tell my youngest son you think he looks like his step-mom.

Jealousy is me!

Makes up for you getting that hood...

[chiefmg]

I bought a MM trunklid off eBay I have been tracking for a while. Never had a spoiler so it's ready to be drilled for the new one. Unfortunately I missed their shipping info (buried in the wall of standard text they had in all their auctions) that said they ship larger items via freight so need a commercial address. Not a biggie, they will instead just leave it at their nearest terminal for you to pick up. My wife is thrilled. Good thing I have a friend who is willing to get it for me if she somehow can't.

[chiefmg]

My friend picked the trunk lid up for me yesterday. The freight company were idiots but at least it was well packed and in good condition. Earlier this week I bought a set of 949 valve stems since they finally got silver back in stock. Things are looking good for my return home next week. Some pictures will follow.

[NCGreasemonkey]

But a week wait.?.

[chiefmg]

But a week wait.?.

I've been 79 days + without my car. I think you can wait a few days for pictures. Damn impatient kids these days...

[NCGreasemonkey]

Paddle faster. I'll play banjo music!

[chiefmg]

I'm already ashore, had to attend a two day senior officer seminar. Sitting in Jax airport at the moment headed towards home.

As a punishment for your impertinence I am going to look into blocking you from seeing any pictures. I know people around here...

[NCGreasemonkey]

That is just wrong. Show a fellow nut-case some love?

I know. I misread when you said the other-half stated there was damage to the wing and thought that she was holding it. But it was your eldest son.

But I love your build. Time your landings for the big gathering in Fla. next April. I want to shake your hand and put a face to the MX!

Safe travels, Sir. And hope to see more build.
Rick

[chiefmg]

Bah. Don't take anything I say too seriously. You're the only person who regularly posts in here, I wouldn't cut you off. I just like giving you a hard time.

Made it home (no thanks to American Airlines, they suck). That rear spoiler is pretty light, I was surprised given its size. I'm going to my friend's to pick up the trunk lid tonight, then just have to wait on something else to arrive before taking it all to the painter. I'm also going to have them repaint the front lip since I scuffed it when I misjudged my approach to a parking spot a while back. Going to also see if they have a good paintless dent removal guy to take care of a few dings.

BTW the 949 valve stems are beautiful pieces. Very lightweight and a quality crafted piece. Would have saved myself some headache if I had gotten these in the first place (although they were out of stock for a bit).