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Automoda, You got me. Had me going at first.

Paul, I'll chime in; have you considered/researched the cost of repair/restoration to the existing parts vs. buying new? Without seeing photos, the stress cracks may be nothing more than cosmetic (paint). Even if not, FG is fairly easy to repair. Just a thought before you drop a bunch'a coin on something you may not need. :cheers:

. . . . . . :iagree: Donnie, I agree with Kitcat; nice setup for the street. Keep it and 'run what'cha brung.' :cheers:

LOL!!!! :smilielol5:

Dang the luck . . . . I wonder if he was texting. :jester:

WOW!!!! on all the photos . . . fantastic shots! Tom, gotta love those Hillary stickers. :smilielol5:

Dan, Congradulations of a job well done . . . and your 1200 mi tow! :hurray: You're an inspiration to many, and I have certainly enjoyed following your build thread. :cheers:

Well, I thought since I started this thread, I’d report back after the maiden voyage of the new trailer which consisted of four days of towing and almost 3,000 mi without a single problem. This was my first experience towing an enclosed trailer, so, before leaving for the northeast NJMP event, I did a couple of tow test hops around the bypass with the Storker loaded, just to get a feel for it and to see if any unforeseen issues might arise. Over the four day trek, the trailer towed very well with no need of a load leveler hitch or anti sway devise. Brad with RPM Trailer Sales (inTech’s largest dealer) told me I would not need these with this trailer. I was skeptical, but now I’m a believer. With the Tundra’s tow package, and once on the open road with a few miles under my belt, it was easy to forget the trailer was behind me. And semi’s were never an issue. In a general sense, my experience with RPM Trailer Sales and inTech was exceptional with every concern addressed, every question answered promptly and every deadline met. The planning, building, purchasing and delivery process from beginning to end was very professional to say the least. With hindsight being 20/20, I have absolutely no regrets with having purchased an all-aluminum trailer, nor do I regret opting for a 8.5 x 20 with a seven foot ceiling. Once at the track and set up, it was nice to have the room. If I were going to spec and order a new trailer tomorrow, the only thing I’d do different is have additional L-track (also known as airline track) installed at key locations to simply make the trailer more versatile. Thanks again to everyone who chimed in on this thread and offered up their advice. :cheers:

When I owned my ERA 289, I was insured with Heacock. The cost was very reasonable and I had no issues. Later on, Heacock began using a different underwriter (can't remember who). I had read some bad reviews concerning the underwriter (not Heacock). I called Heacock and queried them about the underwriter which led to my asking some very detailed questions about my coverage which the Heacock rep was sketchy at best about answering. This, unfortunately gave me 'cause for pause'. It was then that I began shopping other specialty insurance companies. Hagerty was too high. I had been with them in the past, but their premiums for Cobra replicas was way over priced for me; I might could have understood had I been a young pup with a heavy foot and no restraint, but that wasn't the case. Anyway, I had also been with Grundy in the past and settled on them once again. They were the best bang for the buck for me regarding cost and peace of mind. Having said all of this, Hagerty, Heacock and Grundy are all good choices given the circumstances for needing insurance. Again, in all fairness to Heacock, I simply had an uneasiness about their new underwriter, not the company. And . . . having said that . . . Heacock's underwriter (for Arkansas) may not be the same as for another state; just a guess. Now, if Croc will be so kind as to chime in and fix my ignorance. :jester: . . . . . . . :lurk:

Through the years, I've used Hagerty, Grundy and Heacock. My car and trailer are currrently with Grundy. For track days, I use Lockton. As stated by lucky dawg, the cost is tolerable when you consider the alternative. :ack:

My wife just showed me this video. You have to appreciate Kacy Catanzaro; hat's off to this amazing gal: . . . . . :cheers:

Looks great, Dan. I swear, the Defiant looks as if its pouting in the background. :jester:

Duane, Glad to see you pushing ahead and inspiring others. :cheers:

I'm not an S4 fan, but THAT car looks great. My Storker took one look at the hood scoop and started to pant; it was love at first sight. :drool: Then I showed it was was under the hood; it dropped a valve and dribbled a puddle of oil on the floor. :jester: I'm really suprised the Storker hasn't sold. Hey, Klasik! You read'n any of this?

Thanks for the Home Depot tip.

No mess. No crap. Just 'man' stuff. :cheers:

Tom, Other than Roger Kraus, I've never talked to anyone who has firsthand experience with both bias ply and radial slicks, but from what I've read/researched, what you are telling me goes hand-in-hand with what I've gotten from Avon, Hoosier, Roger Kraus Racing, etc.; bias ply slicks give way progressively (so to speak) when loosing grip where as radials just sort of give it up rather aggressively. :ack: I've also read that radials are a bit heavier (tire for tire) than bias ply and require a bit more negative camber for full benefit.

Man!!!! And I thought Jet-A for the Bat Plane was high . . . . . :svengo:

Fun, ain't it? Tom, on a serious note, what are the notable differences between the radial vs. bias slicks (pros, cons, etc.)? . . . . . . :lurk:

bigdog, Welcome home! :cheers:

:willy_nilly: Noooooo!!! . . . . . :banghead:

It was a prepositional proposition . . . . . :conehead:

Mike, Glad you got it figured out. That explains the 5900 rpm. :cheers:

If it's too tall, go around. If it's too wide, go over. If it's too tall and too wide, go under. If it's too tall, too wide and too deep, overcome.

I've seen a rumor floating around here somewhere.