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The Mitty 2015: Trip Reports, Replays, Photos, Stories and Post Event Discussion
My alternator died on the way to work today and it dawned on me we'll need this post...
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Official Jim's pit-crew /chase vehicle, will get video evidence ;-)
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Im really interested in how this can turn out. I wish I could make it but its just not in the cards :( and it would kill me to not have my car
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I almost didn't leave this morning because last night just as I was finishing disaster stuck. Tired and stupid got the best of me and I managed to destroy a tie rod and induce 2 inches of toe in into the alignment with one poorly placed slip of the jack.
http://i57.tinypic.com/1sczuw.jpg The good news is the last time I dropped a car was in 1995 so it's not a habit. The bad news is it was 10 at night in a town of 1200 with no parts store in it. So I improvised... I didn't want to just bend it back straight because the metal was already fatigued and I didn't want to make it worse. So I went about 2/3rds of the way back to straight and put a large steel splint in it. Anyone know what the torque spec is for tie rod support brace bolts? :) http://i59.tinypic.com/11sl79t.jpg LOL you laugh but I got to bed by 1am and it's way stronger than it was from the factory! Once again I was thankful to have the stuff to do my own alignments but I didn't take the time to align it off the hubs and just used the quickie wheel mounts. http://i62.tinypic.com/15co8p1.jpg So I rolled 755 miles today and if it wasn't for the C6 vette and my festive mood I would have gotten 28 mpg. I had a lovely tail wind... http://i58.tinypic.com/2uxzrti.jpg I'm a tad sun and wind burned but all in all it was an excellent day on the road. http://i62.tinypic.com/vw846.jpg Topped off with a visit to Travis (stng_96) to talk V8 Miatas. He is a really great guy and going to have one heck of a build hopefully for next years event. He had a hard top laying around so I had to see what she would look like... http://i60.tinypic.com/2r29bo6.jpg I have not washed the car because I know as soon as I do it will rain! |
Originally Posted by charchri4
(Post 14457)
...So I improvised... .... large steel splint in it....
Originally Posted by charchri4
(Post 14457)
...I'm a tad sun and wind burned ...!
It ain't the sun making your neck red!!!! :laugh: |
Originally Posted by Gator Bait
(Post 14463)
It ain't the sun making your neck red!!!! :laugh:
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Well, if you can get a new one, I think I have enough to fix it. Don't have my tie rod tool with, but I think we can swing it!
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Hampton inn flowery branch
Ok I'm here its 4:30 pm any one else in area ?
When is beer time ???😁 Tvp CF-55 Flyin Miata built LS3 |
Always beer time!
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I should be there around 930 in the morning.
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I just blew a heater hose. Waiting for a tow truck. It could be a lot worse but I'm disappointed that I only got about 45 minutes into the trip when it blew.
It is amazing how something so small can wreck havoc. |
Originally Posted by cruizin54
(Post 14472)
I just blew a heater hose. Waiting for a tow truck. It could be a lot worse but I'm disappointed that I only got about 45 minutes into the trip when it blew.
It is amazing how something so small can wreck havoc. |
Originally Posted by V8droptop
(Post 14473)
Going to make it still? Sorry to hear.
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Originally Posted by cruizin54
(Post 14474)
All fixed! Got a tow to an auto zone and I fixed it in the parking lot. Just stopped to have a late dinner before I hit the road again.
Our only unplanned event was discovering a locked-up rear caliper on my buddy's Excursion when we met up at 7AM in Hillsborough, NC. 45 min later in the AutoZone parking lot, we had it replaced with an in-stock unit on their shelf at a very reasonable $49.00 cost!! We then arrived late afternoon after stopping off to see a friend's new 60'x120' shop going up behind his house. WOW, is all I can say. Friday will be fun. See ya there. |
I had my factory original Mazda main relay (power to the puel pump) go bad a few months ago leaving me stranded. So I thought, hey, I better get and extra one to put in my toolbox.....sure enough, walk out of Arby's today in the middle of bum-f*ck N.C. and the car wouldn't start. Open up the toolbox...BAM! 2 minute fix :)
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BTW, I brought a bunch of assorted tools and parts if anyone needs something.
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GoKart I had the same fuel pump relay problem a few months ago. I upgraded the fuel pump relay circuit with the one from Summit racing. So far it has been a non-issue for those of us who have taken this route. Time will tell if it really makes a difference. There are several write ups on the forums about the problem.
I hope you and everyone else have a great time this weekend. All I can say, "it's really cold here where I am now." |
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I bet I'm not the only one whose thoughts are at the Mitty this weekend because circumstances made it impossible for the body and/or the car to be there. Hope all of you have an awesome time!
Do post LOTS of pictures and all the stories...you've got an audience out here living the dream vicariously through you. This thread is awesome so far! |
Originally Posted by Sunshine Guy
(Post 14491)
I bet I'm not the only one whose thoughts are at the Mitty this weekend because circumstances made it impossible for the body and/or the car to be there. Hope all of you have an awesome time!
Do post LOTS of pictures and all the stories...you've got an audience out here living the dream vicariously through you. This thread is awesome so far! |
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Was a lot of fun. Weather held out really well for Rd ATL with the exception of Saturday AM. I was able to spend Friday with this V8M group, but had other pack of friends in town for this event as well that ate up my Saturday for the most part. I'm sure I missed out on a LOT of fun that day... :(
Anywho, here's a few pics I have for you: Made it into town Thursday afternoon - just waiting for the gates to open to general public... We had two truck caravan going: F150 pulling the Mazda and my buddy's Excursion with a 1968 Datsun roadster in its trailer. Attachment 6455 Friday AM, we get set up on "dry" Georgia clay! This was about 11 AM, I guess... Attachment 6456 Attachment 6457 Attachment 6458 Attachment 6459 Attachment 6460 Attachment 6461 At 5:30, we entered the inside pits behind a contingency of FLYIN MIATA cars for some spirited touring/ parade laps. V8M's were slotted near the front at a very fair admission price: just display the FM windshield banner! OK! Attachment 6462 Some pics from the pits... This is some of the most fun to get close up and ask questions. Nice car guys all around! Attachment 6463 Attachment 6464 Attachment 6465 Attachment 6466 Attachment 6467 Attachment 6468 Attachment 6469 Attachment 6470 |
The pits were awesome to walk around in. I took in WAY too much sun that day but had a great time! What surprised me was the caliper of vehicles that were there. Truly something to see. Those parade laps were a ton of fun! I'm officially hooked!
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it was great to meet everyone in person. I had the matte red "race car"
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I made it home last night around 1 am. It was such a great trip and a total blast from start to finish. I think one of my rear alignment bolts moved on the Tail of the dragon because I had a bit of tire wear on the right rear and it made the ticking noise that happens in autocross with tired bolts in these cars.
http://i58.tinypic.com/b4aqn7.jpg I've got a full set I was planning on putting in before the trip but didn't have time. Other than that no issues at all. I have tons of photos and videos I will post but for now here are the stats from my trip. http://i61.tinypic.com/2dkk9rr.jpg http://i57.tinypic.com/28vgffp.jpg Thanks for coming everyone! http://i58.tinypic.com/aagcih.jpg |
Car Count?
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Did anyone get a count? did I miss anyone here?
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What was the final count of V8 cars ??
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I counted 22 unique hood shots in my photos but I'm not sure I got them all. I felt pulled in a dozen directions all weekend and was having too much fun to remember to count...
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You missed the V8 XXXocet and the Targa Miata in those underhood shots, Jim.
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Thanks Jim and to everyone who helped organize the event
Even with a 16 hr drive home I had a blast , great to meet and see some very interesting V8 Miata conversions, and thanks to Flyin Miata for all there work and time on the track... That was fun �������� FYI CF-55 got average 28.7 MPG on way home and no speeding tickets �� TVP CF-55 Flyin Miata built LS3 |
Here's a few pics from last weekend. I took a bunch more on my real camera before realizing that my new phone took better pictures...go figure.
I had a hell of a time. It was great to finally put some faces to the names on here and Miata.net! It ended up being about 1700 miles round trip. Other than a sore ass, I didn't have any real problems! See y'all next year....hopefully with more comfortable seats... What are the odds of having the same vanity plate?!?! We didn't even realize it until after we were both parked here for a few hours. http://i974.photobucket.com/albums/a...psuv4lldwe.jpg Miata Corral...Hrmm, that's an odd reflection on FM's trailer... http://i974.photobucket.com/albums/a...psfgzkzm57.jpg Heading to the track for FM parade laps http://i974.photobucket.com/albums/a...psbq02lzib.jpg Touring lap from Sunday...that Excursion didn't stand a chance! http://i974.photobucket.com/albums/a...pscnbycllo.jpg Boris Said autographed custom beer koozie :worshippy: http://i974.photobucket.com/albums/a...pskawsalny.jpg Just some random 918 beater http://i974.photobucket.com/albums/a...pspgpt2rtd.jpg I have the sudden urge for a couple Cuba Libre's http://i974.photobucket.com/albums/a...psqmst7y1h.jpg |
It was a very good time. I'm very glad that more of you discovered The Mitty for the first time. I think it makes for a pretty good backdrop for future V8M gatherings as well.
Jim -- Glad you had a safe trip with that tie rod/ splint! I was worried about you - but you again proved you know what the heck you're doing... My head spun around as well with everything going on - too many demands and not enough time, I guess. Mike - "Miata Corral...Hrmm, that's an odd reflection on FM's trailer..." LOL, that's your evil hood reflection - which you already knew! That pic is awesome. Your car is too - and it was so cool to see THE Miata that inspired me the most along my build journey! |
I updated my blog with a full trip report if anyone wants to see it.
Jim and Jenna build diary, Miata LS1 Conversion: Trip report: V8 Miatas invade The Mitty! |
Originally Posted by Keith
(Post 14584)
You missed the V8 XXXocet and the Targa Miata in those underhood shots, Jim.
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Random artzy shots...
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Originally Posted by charchri4
(Post 14610)
Wow don't know how I missed your car I have 30 shots of it! Sorry about that...
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I happened to have the camera rolling at the right time and caught the BMW crash on Friday. I've gotten to know the driver this week as I crunched down the video for him and he's a heck of a nice guy. It's surprising he wasn't hurt more than he was.
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WOW - so jealous of everyone that got to go!! maybe one day when my car's finally done!
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Perfect 2nd honeymoon destination next year Gabriel! And just think of the epic video you could do. :)
It was 3 clicks beyond epic and I would do it again in a heartbeat. Actually we need to do it again because I felt pulled in so many different directions I barely got to meet everyone! And of you happen to be a Ford guy... Attachment 6368 Attachment 6369 Attachment 6370 Attachment 6371 Wait - what's wrong with that picture? |
Jim, your random artzy shot of the Jag inline six with the headers on is absolute art. I want to blow one up for a poster for my shop wall.
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Oh yeah that car was epic! PM me your email address and I'll send you the shot full res and uncropped.
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