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IHADAV8 Playground / Got my QQ Plates Today

« on: April 19 2012, 07:49:43 PM »

my 1967 Buick Special Deluxe is officially named Elise after my recently deceased grandmother. This was her middle name. I chose this name as her first name was Amy and the car does not feel like an Amy..

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IHADAV8 Playground / Funny Picture that was sent to me

« on: April 18 2012, 11:55:04 AM »

thought this was funny

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IHADAV8 Playground / Zap is jealous

« on: April 16 2012, 09:05:45 PM »

he told me I should give him my 67 before I stink it up with beer farts

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Computer/Tech Support / cannot "paste" to threads

« on: April 12 2012, 09:27:47 PM »

any idea why I cannot copy a text from somewhere else and paste

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IHADAV8 Playground / got my wheel well moldings

« on: April 12 2012, 09:23:48 PM »

yes more crap about my 67....

took about an hour to polish the rear moldings with 0000 steel wool some meguiars all metal polish and some presta chroma polish

I will do them again when installed as they will be rigid

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Buick Performance Group - BPG / Who wants a DYNO at The 2012 BPG Event

« on: April 11 2012, 08:28:02 PM »

Just throwing this out there...Nation al Trail has been approach by a DYNO company that is willing to come to the track for events. This is at no cost to the BPG or NTR. The cost for 3 Runs on their machine is $75.00 plus tax. This would be the first time for a Dyno at a BPG event as in the past companies wanted the BPG to "rent" the machine and we did not know if enough people would use it to cover the expense...Let me know if you are interested and I will set it up

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IHADAV8 Playground / Installed New Carpet

« on: April 07 2012, 02:39:33 PM »

boy was the old one gross once I got it out...took about 2 hours...just need to replace the arm rests and interior is done...seat needs to be fixed but if it is at the interior guy I cannot drive it...so that will wait until the winter...next project is to work on engine compartment

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IHADAV8 Playground / American Muscle

« on: April 04 2012, 07:41:29 PM »

took this picture in front of the local water dept

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IHADAV8 Playground / I worked on the 67 today

« on: March 17 2012, 09:42:15 PM »

It had an oil  pan leak so the previous owner left me a gasket and I decided to replace it today. Boy was it a pleasure to work on this car. even though it is 45 years old it had been well taken care of. The hardest part was cleaning out the garage but I had Tims help and he helped sweep and clean up.  I put the car up on the lift for the first time and was amazed as you can see by the pictures how clean it was underneath. I saw that the skirts were not bolted in but were attached the same way my Grand LeMans skirts were...so off they came.  I then went to work on the oil pan...the 2 bolts on either side of the cross member were finger tight the rest were semi tight. they all came out with no issues. I dropped the pan only to realize that it would not just drop out...off came the TQ inspection cover...then unbolted the drivers side engine mount...no rust no breaker bar...just came undone...same with passenger side....I then got my under car supports out and lifted the engine up...and voila the pan came out. I scrapped off the gasket and then took my grinder with wire brush and cleaned up all the gasket material. I was surprised to find very little sludge/debris at the bottom of the pan..I then cleaned it out with wax and grease remover...appl ied gasket adhesive on the bolt holes and a smear around the pan itself and put the gasket on. put a piece of plywood ontop and let it set up for 15 mins..I then cleaned the bottom of the block and slid then pan back into place...slowly lowered engine and installed the engine mount bolts and buttoned everything up. Lowered car...filled with oil...and started up....SHOOT it is still leaking....so while running I lifted car up and looked underneath to see where oil was dripping from. It was leaking from the mechanical oil pressure gauge fitting....tig htened that up no leak...yippee. ..lowered car...and took for a spin...no drips no leaks no errors...  attached are some pictures of the skirts and of the underside which is RUST FREE

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IHADAV8 Playground / Took my New Old buick for a ride

« on: March 06 2012, 08:35:43 PM »

well that was cool...took the Buick for a drive with my youngest son Tim. We went to local Advance Auto Parts to pick up a beverage holder for my coffee. I opted for one that slides in between window and door. Tim thinks its cool...the car that is...anyway I pull in and the local Import Crowd are there I park and get out and go inside. The manager sees the car and goes outside..he is an older man in his 60's and comes back inside and tells one of the "kids" to go out and check out some American Muscle....we chew the fat for a few mins...I tell him the story how i got the car and how much I paid...blah blah blah... I pay for my coffee holder and Tim got a new key ring. I go out side and the Import guys are swarming the car...hey Mister that's a sharp car...Thats a cool ride...etc.... I left with a huge smile on my face. and I punched it leaving the lot and got a little squeak of the tires.  Tim who is 8 says Daddy you have the coolest car around...gotta love kids they tell the truth...


on the car end...it shifted smooth and has some kick to its butt....punche d it from a stop and it is quicker than my durango....dow n shifted from a cruise and it got up and went...am happy with it


here is the best part....I applied to Hagerty insurance and asked for stated value at $5000 they said no and valued the car at $12000.00 based on the pictures I sent and their research....I contacted a buddy of mine in Ohio who is a Hagerty rep and he said to take the value...I would of gone thru him direct but he is not liscensed to do ins in NJ

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IHADAV8 Playground / A blast from the Past

« on: March 01 2012, 08:34:42 PM »

http://www.xtranormal.com/watch/1917251/gbsean-at-customs   

was funny at the time as I bought up a bunch of parts for Norbs and he was paraonoid about customs and any receipts I might have...plus I had to get a dig in on  Beachbum

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Buick Performance Group - BPG / 2012 BPG Hotel Information

« on: March 01 2012, 08:11:29 PM »

Important Notice.
 The BPG has contacted  The Licking County Visitors Bureau and the Heath and Hebron Police Departments to help provide Hotel security. The Hampton Inn and Red Roof Inn will have privately contracted security thru the Licking County Visitors Bureau. The Local Law enforcement will be doing low profile drive by's of the parking lots and Hotels. The Best Place to park your tow rig/car etc is at the Track as there is also security and you will have to provide matching ID/Registrations for anything driven or towed out after track hours.There is no such thing as a fail proof system but owners also need to do there part to secure their own property. 
 
 
 
 HOST HOTEL
 
 Hampton Inn Security Provided
 1008 Hebron Rd
 Heath, OH 43056
 1-740-788-8991
 
 THIS IS SOLD OUT... If you filled out form last year it would be a good idea to check to make sure your reservation in confirmed
 
 web link provided to see amenities
 http://hamptoninn.hilton.com/en/hp/h...tyhocn=NEHHHHX
 
 Red Roof Inn Security Provided
 10668 Lancaster Rd Southwest
 Hebron, OH 43025
 740-467-7663
 
 $55.99 a night this is also the cheapest
 we chose Security for this location due to its close proximity to the interstate...T his is also closest Hotel to the track.
 
 http://www.redroof.com/reservations/...?pid=00587#tab
 
 Best Western Lakewood Hotel
 122 Arrowhead Boulevard, Hebron, OH 43025
 Phone: 740-928-1800
 Fax: 740-928-1899
 
 $99.00
 
 http://www.bwlakewoodhebron.com/
 
 Cherry Valley Lodge
 
 Great Hotel for Families as there is a water park next door
 
 2299 Cherry Valley Road
 Newark OH 43055
 800-788-8008
 
 $129.00
 
 http://www.cherryvalleylodge.com/
 
 The Newark Metropolitan Hotel
 The hotel will be opening July 1st after a complete renovation.  It will be called The Newark Metropolitan Hotel.  It will have a full service bar, restaurant and a outdoor patio with heaters and fire pit for the guests to enjoy after a day at the races.  We also have seven two bedroom suites with a total of 119 overnight rooms.
 Just a few of the amenities are listed below:
 
 Room service
 Indoor pool
 Fitness center
 Complimentary wifi throughout the hotel
 Complimentary parking on site
 
 For overnight accommodations I can be reached at:
 740 973 6628 or jane0544@gmail.com
 We should have the hotel phone number and website soon.  I will update you with that information as soon as it becomes available.
 When the guest calls in please have them say their with the Buick Performance Group.
 Any guest coming to the race is $85
 
 I'm sure the staff and guest will be very pleased with their overnight accommodations .
 
 Sincerely,
 Jane Simmons
 Director of Sales and Marketing
 
 These Hotels have gotten back to us with confirmed pricing the others listed from last year should be back to us by end of Wednesday but here is the list just in case
 
 Super 8 Heath/Newark
 
 1177 South Hebron Road
 Heath, OH 43056 US
 
 Phone:
 740-788-9144
 Fax:
 740-788-9144
 http://www.super8.com/Super8/control...opertyId=02838
 
 Holiday Inn Express
 
 NEWARK-HEATH
 773 HEBRON ROAD HEATH, OHIO 43056 United States
 Hotel Front Desk: 001-740-522-0770
 Hotel Fax: 001-740-522-0088
 
 http://www.hiexpress.com/hotels/us/e...oh/hoteldetail

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IHADAV8 Playground / Looks like I have a new Buick

« on: February 22 2012, 09:40:51 AM »

payment and shipping details are to be worked out but my offer was accepted
 
 It is a 1967 Buick Special Deluxe...I have been searching for a few mos for something different...st ayed away from the popular cars as what I was looking for was not in my or my wifes...lol budget...It is a CA car with a little rust that should be any easy fix for me. I wanted something to go to car shows and take the kids and dog for ice cream...and that was turn key and I would not need to do a lot of work on.. My wife saw the interior and liked it...after a few e-mails and PM's with Brad Conley, Chris Pollak and the current owner on the V8 board we struck a deal. So after 10 plus years with the GN that I sold I am back with a V8...

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Buick Performance Group - BPG / 2012 Schedule

« on: February 19 2012, 08:10:30 PM »

Please keep in mind that the times are subject to change and are all weather dependent. This Schedule is subject to change and is basically the "on track Schedule" other presentation and Show Car schedule will be posted at a later date.
 
 Friday
 
 8am - Gates open
 9am - Tech opens
 From start to finish, open test and tune in lane 6. Test and tune will be ran mostly in the morning and in between qualifying rounds throughout the day.
 11am - 1st round qualifying for BCO. There will be 3 qualifying sessions, you MUST make at least 2 to compete.
 1 pm  - 2nd round qualifying for BCO.
 1 pm - 1st round of eliminations for Gamblers race #1. $20 to enter, 100% payback! 1/2 hour cool down before next round
 3 pm  - 3rd and final qualifying for BCO
 4 pm  - Big Boat Challenge 1st round eliminations with 1/2 hour cool down before the next round and will continue this way until complete
 6 pm  - BCO first round of eliminations. Pairing up will behind the crosswalk 1/2 down the staging lanes. 45 minute cool down time before next round.
 7 pm  - Finishline Furious Four 1st round qualifying! 1 hour cool down before the last qualifying session.
 7 pm  - Second Gamblers race. Round 1 eliminations with 1/2 hour cool down time and 100% payback. Locals can participate in this race with their $20.
 8 pm  - TSO, THS, TSM first round qualifying
 8 pm  - Finishline Furious Four 2nd and final round qualifying
 8:30 - First round Q16 qualifying
 9:30 - First round Furious Four !
 10:30 - Final Round of Furious Four and end of our Friday night program.
 
 Saturday
 8 am gates open
 8-12 car show (all race and spectator tickets include car show entrance except for concours judging. Car Show Schedule to be added)
 9-12 open test and tune
 
 Noon: drivers meeting at base of tower
 
 12:30 1st round qualifying for Quick 16
 1pm 1st round qualifying for Turbo Heads Up Classes : TSO TSM THS
 1:30 2nd round qualifying for Quick 16
 2pm 2nd round qualifying for Turbo Heads Up Class
 
 Open test and tune (directors choice race?)
 
 there will be other activities during the day such as the GNX GN Class of 87 Buick presentations that will be posted at a later date as logistics and attendees are worked out.
 
 Eliminations will begin at 6pm. This gives everyone a chance to run out for an early dinner/late lunch type thing
 
 Eliminations will be run in the following order :
 
 Q16, TSO, TSM, THS, Bracket 2, Bracket 1 until all are complete. 2nd round will begin 1 hour after Q16s first round.
 
 After all eliminations are complete, I would like all the runner ups on standby and all the winners to report to the lanes for a "King of the Event" class. This will be the last pair of cars down the track before the close of the event.

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Buick Performance Group - BPG / 2012 BPG Event Pricing

« on: February 19 2012, 08:00:05 PM »

We have taken some time to adjust pricing based on feed back from members and non members and have come up with a new pricing structure for 2012. We have adjusted the pricing on spectator tickets to allow you to enter you car into the Show area. Show will be a directors choice with more information to follow.
 
 You do not need to be a BPG member to attend. There is no Registration fee. There is no Parking Fee. All Vendor space is free. Vendor information to be posted in separate thread. Swap meet area is free just pay spectator price. Included in all tickets is free Car Show except for concours judging.
 
 2012 Friday
 $20 spectator member
 $25 spectator non-member
 $50 Member racing before 6PM all makes/models
 $60 Non Member Racing before 6pm all makes/models
 $25 racing after 6PM all makes/models
 $15 spectator after 6pm ladies free
 
 2012 Saturday as always children under 16 free
 
 $20 spectator member(includes entrance for a Buick powered or bodied car into Show Except for concours Judging)
 $25 spectator non-member (includes entrance for a Buick powered or bodied car into Show Except for concours Judging)
 $40 member Concours Judging Buick Only
 $50 non-member Concours Judging Buick Only
 $50 member race Qualifying and eliminations (all makes/models T&T ) (includes entrance for a Buick powered or bodied car into Show Except for concours Judging)
 $60 non-member race Qualifying and eliminations (all makes/models T&T only) (includes entrance for a Buick powered or bodied car into Show Except for concours Judging)
 
 Pre Registration allowed for members only to be posted in the members section
 
 Refunds in the event of a track rain-out only...Sunday is rain out date if Event cannot be finished on Saturday
 
 Unused tickets can be rolled over to next year with a BPG BOD's signature prior to the end of Event.
 
 Tickets can be upgraded from spectator to race
 
 All other ticket issues will be addressed on a case by case basis