Had a plumbing problem at Gibbs Central. Had some waterproofing work done a few years back. There was a torrential rain storm a couple weeks ago, lucky us. What had been dry for all these years is now wet. Call the shop that did the work.
The shop owner shows up today with a plumbing crew. He wants to snake out the drain to the sump pump. Sounds like a plan. Plumbing crew brings in the snake machine. They are fighting to get the couplings together to run the snake.
Hold the phone. Break out a can of Gibbs and tell they to give the coupling a shot. Doesn't take much. The couplings slide together without a fight. They snake the blockage. The couplings come apart without a fight. The crew left with a case of Gibbs to take back to the shop and put on their service trucks. Gibbs came through again.
Thursday, August 27, 2009
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Falcon Club of America National meet
The Metro Detroit Chapter of the Falcon Club of America is hosting the 2010 national meet in Dearborn Michigan. It is being billed as Falcon's Fantastic 50th... Welcome Home! It will be coming to Dearborn July 15-17, 2010.
Saturday evening there was a planning meeting and status check for the event. There are always issues that pop up and need attention. It is important that local merchants be approached for sponsorship. A donation of items to raffle or a cash contribution is always welcome to help the show. O'Reilly Auto Parts has stepped up in a big way with their sponsorship of the awards. Registration areas were discussed and the cost of the 20 X 40 foot tent was a heart stopper.
Activities for attendees to take in prior to the show were discussed. The Dearborn area is rich in Ford lore and activities. The Rouge Plant tour is at the top of the list along with a visit to the Fairlane Mansion. The mansion was the home of Henry and Clara Ford. It has been restored to it's prior glory. It is located on the southern area of the University of Michigan Dearborn Campus. The Henry Ford and Greenfield Village are a mile from the Hyatt Hotel where the show is being held. There will not be any lack of activity for attendees.
For more information on the national meet go to: http://fca2010detroit.webs.com/
Hope to see you there. I will have both my 1970 1/2 Falcons at the show.
Saturday evening there was a planning meeting and status check for the event. There are always issues that pop up and need attention. It is important that local merchants be approached for sponsorship. A donation of items to raffle or a cash contribution is always welcome to help the show. O'Reilly Auto Parts has stepped up in a big way with their sponsorship of the awards. Registration areas were discussed and the cost of the 20 X 40 foot tent was a heart stopper.
Activities for attendees to take in prior to the show were discussed. The Dearborn area is rich in Ford lore and activities. The Rouge Plant tour is at the top of the list along with a visit to the Fairlane Mansion. The mansion was the home of Henry and Clara Ford. It has been restored to it's prior glory. It is located on the southern area of the University of Michigan Dearborn Campus. The Henry Ford and Greenfield Village are a mile from the Hyatt Hotel where the show is being held. There will not be any lack of activity for attendees.
For more information on the national meet go to: http://fca2010detroit.webs.com/
Hope to see you there. I will have both my 1970 1/2 Falcons at the show.
Friday, August 21, 2009
Visit to zoo
Unfortunately no car activity other then meeting with the Metro Detroit Falcon Club for dinner. Always a good time with a great group of folks. Hadn't seen a few of the members for awhile. So we got to catch up on the latest.
The grand kids had a visit today to the Binder Zoo in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Their uncle and grandfather took them to see the zoo/park. Nice day for a zoo visit. Weather was great and the animals were out and about. They have a Africa theme to the park. Saw some very interesting animals. They have placards to help you understand the animal your seeing. They are not in cages. They are in a more natural setting. Reminded me of the St. Louis Zoo.
Kids fed a couple giraffes. They have a long tongue.
Look out Gene Simmons.
The petting area was nice also.
Overall a nice enjoyable day.
The grand kids had a visit today to the Binder Zoo in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Their uncle and grandfather took them to see the zoo/park. Nice day for a zoo visit. Weather was great and the animals were out and about. They have a Africa theme to the park. Saw some very interesting animals. They have placards to help you understand the animal your seeing. They are not in cages. They are in a more natural setting. Reminded me of the St. Louis Zoo.
Kids fed a couple giraffes. They have a long tongue.
Look out Gene Simmons.
The petting area was nice also.
Overall a nice enjoyable day.
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
Visitors from across the big pond
Had a visit today from a couple of car nuts from Norway. They were here for the SAAC convention in Mars, PA. That was 8-6 thru 8-9. They then went to Toronto and back to Motown for the Dream Cruise. Their tour guide and friend Tom brought them over to my house this afternoon to talk about detailing stamps for their '68 Shelby GT 500. I had met them at the Woodward Dream Cruise. They had a chance to look over my 1970 1/2 Falcon 429 SCJ that I brought to the cruise.
The European American car lovers are a very dedicated and intense group. They want to know everything they can about their cars.
They wanted to see where the Boss 429 Mustangs were assembled at Kar Kraft in Brighton, Michigan. The crew went on a mission and they were successful in locating the birth place of their Boss 429.
They are heading back to Norway on 8-20. Hoping they have a speedy and safe journey.
The European American car lovers are a very dedicated and intense group. They want to know everything they can about their cars.
They wanted to see where the Boss 429 Mustangs were assembled at Kar Kraft in Brighton, Michigan. The crew went on a mission and they were successful in locating the birth place of their Boss 429.
They are heading back to Norway on 8-20. Hoping they have a speedy and safe journey.
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
Woodward Dream Cruise Part Two
Saturday at the Dream Cruise was the best. The weather was on the warmer side. No liquid sunshine or threatening skies. Got my usual spots with the Motor City Galaxie Club. The best way to take in the cruise is with one of the groups that offer spaces for rent.
We had private potties with wash station. Also had a fantastic dish to pass lunch and dinner.
Had a chance to visit with folks from the TorinoCobra forum. Also had a chance to spend time with my buddies from Columbus Ohio. We manage to meet up at the cruise. They usually come up during mid week and that is when we will cruise Woodward together.
One word discription FANTASTIC.
We had private potties with wash station. Also had a fantastic dish to pass lunch and dinner.
Had a chance to visit with folks from the TorinoCobra forum. Also had a chance to spend time with my buddies from Columbus Ohio. We manage to meet up at the cruise. They usually come up during mid week and that is when we will cruise Woodward together.
One word discription FANTASTIC.
Friday, August 14, 2009
Woodward Dream Cruise
Went to the Woodward Dream Cruise Friday night activity. Took the 1970 1/2 Falcon. Rented space at the Royal Oak Ford Collision shop / Used Car Lot. Hot temps and cool cars. What more can you ask for. Perfect night for taking in the cruise. Returning Saturday in the am for a full day of cruising action.
Jerry O
Jerry O
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