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Hey...everyone....post your shots from the classic. I have included a couple of mine but would love to see what everyone else took pictures of too! Was a great weekend.
My weekend was especially great because prior to the classic I found out my daughter, Doctor Shanna (and my VW buddy) would be moving to Phoenix to help start up a new practice. She is pictured with me in one of the shots. The shot of my car was taken by a photographer friend Bob Caulkins, who I have known as a VW bud since 1972. It was great seeing him again too!
All in all, a fantastic VW weekend. I got 24.3mpg when driving at 65-68mph. It dropped to 20.6 mpg when driving home at 75mph...and when going from Blythe through Palm Springs (into the Banning area on the way to the classic) I got 18.4 mpg.
My 2276 ran at 180-190 oil temp on the way over. On the way back...up the INDIO grade and through the balance of California to Blythe...and then into Arizona (at over 100-105 degrees) it never went over 205. A very good outing for the motor. Never sputtered, bogged or missed a beat on me the whole trip.
Who says IDAs are not streetable and driveable....we continue to prove otherwise....in any weather. :-)
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« Reply #1 on: June 12, 2013, 04:08:50 am » |
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« Reply #2 on: June 12, 2013, 06:10:33 am » |
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I love this car:  |
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« Reply #3 on: June 12, 2013, 08:04:42 am » |
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I wish I had some pictures to post but I was too busy judging 670. I may of mist a couple of cars.
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« Reply #4 on: June 12, 2013, 09:15:37 am » |
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These photographs make me wanna buy another car to start a project real bad!  |
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« Reply #5 on: June 13, 2013, 00:34:01 am » |
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I posted a couple shots at the top of the thread that others sent to me (which they took). Still cannot believe I finally made it over to the Classic in my street car. It has been years since driving anywhere. Rick Mortensen  |
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« Reply #6 on: June 13, 2013, 07:47:28 am » |
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i wll post mine when i will be home again tons of picture to share  |
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« Reply #7 on: June 13, 2013, 13:48:59 pm » |
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Can't wait to see your shots Speedwell. They are always good.
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« Reply #8 on: June 13, 2013, 17:35:56 pm » |
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thx rick
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rick m
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« Reply #9 on: June 15, 2013, 03:46:25 am » |
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Here is a shot I took at the rest stop that is at the top of the INDIO grade...as you are heading back to Arizona. Had to make a stop to get drink and use the rest rooms. Had fun with people checking the car out. What is the first question everyone asks about your motor....."Are you running a PORSCHE engine in that thing?" Wish I had a dollar for every time someone asks that question. LOL
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« Reply #10 on: June 17, 2013, 12:38:31 pm » |
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Just tell 'em "nope that would just slow it down "
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« Reply #11 on: June 18, 2013, 00:19:38 am » |
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Brian....great reply. Had not thought of that one! LOL
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« Reply #12 on: June 25, 2013, 14:28:51 pm » |
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Here are a couple shots that others took and posted.
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