Re: Nationals in the Books
We had a great time at the Nationals (as always).? It was great to see everyone who attended this year.
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We also had a little excitement going home (which is starting to become a Fairlane Nationals tradition that I could do without).
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As we were southbound in I-75, I experienced an abrupt series of dramatic swings on my 24’ enclosed trailer with my Talladega inside.? It began to swing like a pendulum (nearly a 90 degree swing) as I was
in the center southbound lane with traffic on either side of me.? Fortunately, traffic all backed off as I tried to get things back under control.? Once I was able to scrub off enough speed, I was able to get things straightened out.? It still didn’t feel
right, so I took the next exit to check everything out.
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Yep, I still had 3 wheels out of four… One had departed company – hub and all.?
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I managed to limp to the next exit, where I could at least find a parking lot with some space in it.
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Fortunately, Cy Schmidt came to my rescue.? After driving all the way to Cincinnati, he dropped off his car from his trailer and doubled back up I-75 to help me with my predicament.?? My eternal gratitude
for his help yesterday.? He wound up trailering my car all the way to my house while I limped home on 3 wheels.
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Thanks again for the rescue!
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We are already looking forward to next year!
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Carl and Patti Sharp
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On Behalf Of Tony Avak
Sent: Monday, July 1, 2024 4:36 PM
To: [email protected]
Subject: [EXTERNAL] Re: [fairlaneregistry] Nationals in the Books
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I got back home yesterday, no problems.? Now I get to dive into editing the 900+ photos I took while I was there.? Give me a few days before I can post our group photo from after the awards ceremony.
On 7/1/2024 9:33 AM, Linc wrote:
??????????????? I hope that all of your have made it home safe, or are almost home safe. ?It was great
to see you all again. ?As stated at the end of the ceremony, I am actively collecting VIN's
again and updating information. So if you find new cars and owners, let me know. ?I am
also going to remove Jon's contact information from the website and add my own unless
one of you wants to be the 'contact person' for inquires.?
??????????????? I know we do have at least one new member, Clark Forte, who owns a 68 Fairlane
500 Four Door. ? Once he posts for the first time, let give him a warm welcome.
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Re: Nationals in the Books
I got back home yesterday, no
problems.? Now I get to dive into editing the 900+ photos I took
while I was there.? Give me a few days before I can post our group
photo from after the awards ceremony.
Tony
On 7/1/2024 9:33 AM, Linc wrote:
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Hello,
I
hope that all of your have made it home safe, or are almost home
safe. ?It was great
to see you all again. ?As stated at the end of the ceremony,
I am actively collecting VIN's
again and updating information. So if you find new cars and
owners, let me know. ?I am
also going to remove Jon's contact information from the
website and add my own unless
one of you wants to be the 'contact person' for inquires.?
I
know we do have at least one new member, Clark Forte, who owns a
68 Fairlane
500 Four Door. ? Once he posts for the first time, let give
him a warm welcome.
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Hello,
I hope that all of your have made it home safe, or are almost home safe. ?It was great to see you all again. ?As stated at the end of the ceremony, I am actively collecting VIN's again and updating information. So if you find new cars and owners, let me know. ?I am also going to remove Jon's contact information from the website and add my own unless one of you wants to be the 'contact person' for inquires.?
I know we do have at least one new member, Clark Forte, who owns a 68 Fairlane 500 Four Door. ? Once he posts for the first time, let give him a warm welcome. --
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Re: Father's Day Car Show
Hope you have a good turnout. Looking forward to seeing some of the pics you take at the show.
David from WNY
On Friday, May 24, 2024 at 05:37:59 PM EDT, Carl Sharp via groups.io <carl.sharp.c9mm@...> wrote:
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Re: Battery suggestion 27F
Jim,
Battery Tenders are way way over priced and over rated. There are several other Battery Chargers that also have a Maintain mode and/or just Maintainers that are a lot less expensive. I bought a 4 amp charger and maintainer from Harbor Freight that also has a automatic Desulfate mode IF the battery voltage has dropped below a specific voltage before the charger has been connected.
That said, buy the Largest battery you can that will fit the location it is going in. This includes BOTH physical size AND more importantly Highest Specs (Highest Cranking Amps, Highest Cold Cranking Amps & Highest Reserve Capacity). These higher specs will help crank the engine over faster and longer, plus should help the battery to last longer as it isn't being as stressed as hard when performing these tasks (as in it isn't at or even close to it's rated limits). Also the higher reserve capacity will help in cases where you accidentally left say the lights on for a little too long and still be able to crank the engine over and possibly start the car (thus not leaving you stranded and waiting for a jump).
Also make sure ALL battery/grounds/alternator connections are clean (NO corrosion, oxidation and/or rust on the contact surfaces) and have good contact. Make sure ALL battery cables are in good condition and are NOT undersized.
NOTE: There can be 2 different terminal orientations for a specific size and/or Group battery, + - or - +.
Additionally I have found that more and more batteries are coming with less and less warranty & the life expectancy/quality doesn't seem to be as good as it has been in the past.
See the attached Motorcraft Battery spec PDF.
And what ever battery you choose to buy make SURE you KEEP the Receipt safe at home AND keep a copy of it in the car you put the battery in. This WILL help you in case of a Warranty Claim.
NOTE: Ford Motorcraft does/did have a 48-month FREE replacement warranty battery in their "NEW Super Duty Truck and SUV" battery line. You MIGHT want to check into this, PROVIDED they have one of them in a physical size you can use/fit in your car.
David from WNY
On Friday, April 26, 2024 at 06:25:22 PM EDT, Jim Volmert <jimmyvolmert@...> wrote:
Gary,
What battery hold down do you use with the Optima? Will the factory stock one work?
On Apr 26, 2024, at 2:07?PM, Gary Wittman via groups.io <gary.wittman@...> wrote:
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Jim,
If you decide to go with Optima, I use a Red Top Group 35 for my Cobra.? The positive terminal is away from the fender and is at the back of the battery nearest the starter solenoid.? That makes the negative post at the front and away from the fender.? I like Optima because I don't have to be concerned about acid corrosion.?
The last one I replaced was 11 years old.? It did not fail but was starting to cause a slower crank and I had to charge it occasionally to keep the charge topped off.? They recommend a special charger for AGM batteries, but I just used the old style.? Just make sure not to over charge them.
Gary in SoCal On Friday, April 26, 2024 at 07:43:21 AM PDT, Jim Volmert <jimmyvolmert@...> wrote:
I need to replace my battery. My last two have been the Autolite reproductions. They never seem to last, don’t like hot weather , and you can not use a trickle charger. Was thinking of either a Motorcraft or Optima. I like the full 36 month replacement warranty of the Motorcraft. What ever I buy I want the positive post to be away from the fender. Any input or thoughts?
Thanks
Jim of MO
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Re: Battery suggestion 27F
Jim,
I have an aftermarket hold down. but it works similar to a factory stock hold down.? It is a bracket that goes across the center from side to side.? It doesn't attach to the inner fender well wall but has two threaded bars that tie into the battery holder base on each side.? Nuts are tightened to hold the battery in place.? I see no reason a stock hold down would not work unless the battery height is way off.
Gary in SoCal
On Friday, April 26, 2024 at 03:25:22 PM PDT, Jim Volmert <jimmyvolmert@...> wrote:
Gary,
What battery hold down do you use with the Optima? Will the factory stock one work?
On Apr 26, 2024, at 2:07?PM, Gary Wittman via groups.io <gary.wittman@...> wrote:
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Jim,
If you decide to go with Optima, I use a Red Top Group 35 for my Cobra.? The positive terminal is away from the fender and is at the back of the battery nearest the starter solenoid.? That makes the negative post at the front and away from the fender.? I like Optima because I don't have to be concerned about acid corrosion.?
The last one I replaced was 11 years old.? It did not fail but was starting to cause a slower crank and I had to charge it occasionally to keep the charge topped off.? They recommend a special charger for AGM batteries, but I just used the old style.? Just make sure not to over charge them.
Gary in SoCal
On Friday, April 26, 2024 at 07:43:21 AM PDT, Jim Volmert <jimmyvolmert@...> wrote:
I need to replace my battery. My last two have been the Autolite reproductions. They never seem to last, don’t like hot weather , and you can not use a trickle charger. Was thinking of either a Motorcraft or Optima. I like the full 36 month replacement warranty of the Motorcraft. What ever I buy I want the positive post to be away from the fender. Any input or thoughts?
Thanks
Jim of MO
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Re: Battery suggestion 27F
Gary,
What battery hold down do you use with the Optima? Will the factory stock one work?
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On Apr 26, 2024, at 2:07?PM, Gary Wittman via groups.io <gary.wittman@...> wrote:
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Jim,
If you decide to go with Optima, I use a Red Top Group 35 for my Cobra.? The positive terminal is away from the fender and is at the back of the battery nearest the starter solenoid.? That makes the negative post at the front and away from the fender.? I like Optima because I don't have to be concerned about acid corrosion.?
The last one I replaced was 11 years old.? It did not fail but was starting to cause a slower crank and I had to charge it occasionally to keep the charge topped off.? They recommend a special charger for AGM batteries, but I just used the old style.? Just make sure not to over charge them.
Gary in SoCal
On Friday, April 26, 2024 at 07:43:21 AM PDT, Jim Volmert <jimmyvolmert@...> wrote:
I need to replace my battery. My last two have been the Autolite reproductions. They never seem to last, don’t like hot weather , and you can not use a trickle charger. Was thinking of either a Motorcraft or Optima. I like the full 36 month replacement warranty of the Motorcraft. What ever I buy I want the positive post to be away from the fender. Any input or thoughts?
Thanks
Jim of MO
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Re: Battery suggestion 27F
Jim,
If you decide to go with Optima, I use a Red Top Group 35 for my Cobra.? The positive terminal is away from the fender and is at the back of the battery nearest the starter solenoid.? That makes the negative post at the front and away from the fender.? I like Optima because I don't have to be concerned about acid corrosion.?
The last one I replaced was 11 years old.? It did not fail but was starting to cause a slower crank and I had to charge it occasionally to keep the charge topped off.? They recommend a special charger for AGM batteries, but I just used the old style.? Just make sure not to over charge them.
Gary in SoCal
On Friday, April 26, 2024 at 07:43:21 AM PDT, Jim Volmert <jimmyvolmert@...> wrote:
I need to replace my battery. My last two have been the Autolite reproductions. They never seem to last, don’t like hot weather , and you can not use a trickle charger. Was thinking of either a Motorcraft or Optima. I like the full 36 month replacement warranty of the Motorcraft. What ever I buy I want the positive post to be away from the fender. Any input or thoughts?
Thanks
Jim of MO
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True. I meant I didn’t ?use a battery tender. Thought both were not recommended.?
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On Apr 26, 2024, at 11:28?AM, Marty Burke via groups.io <mburke6662@...> wrote:
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There is a difference between a trickle charger and battery maintainer
On Friday, April 26, 2024, 11:04 AM, Jim Volmert <jimmyvolmert@...> wrote: I never used the trickle charger because the instructions said not to. Maybe the latest versions you can.?
Jim On Apr 26, 2024, at 9:59?AM, Marty Burke via groups.io <mburke6662@...> wrote:
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I use a battery maintainer in my Autolite reproduction batteries and most of my batteries are into their 8 year without issue? Marty
On Friday, April 26, 2024, 9:43 AM, Jim Volmert <jimmyvolmert@...> wrote: I need to replace my battery. My last two have been the Autolite reproductions. They never seem to last, don’t like hot weather , and you can not use a trickle charger. Was thinking of either a Motorcraft or Optima. I like the full 36 month replacement warranty of the Motorcraft. What ever I buy I want the positive post to be away from the fender. Any input or thoughts?
Thanks
Jim of MO
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Re: Battery suggestion 27F
There is a difference between a trickle charger and battery maintainer
On Friday, April 26, 2024, 11:04 AM, Jim Volmert <jimmyvolmert@...> wrote: I never used the trickle charger because the instructions said not to. Maybe the latest versions you can.?
Jim On Apr 26, 2024, at 9:59?AM, Marty Burke via groups.io <mburke6662@...> wrote:
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I use a battery maintainer in my Autolite reproduction batteries and most of my batteries are into their 8 year without issue? Marty
On Friday, April 26, 2024, 9:43 AM, Jim Volmert <jimmyvolmert@...> wrote: I need to replace my battery. My last two have been the Autolite reproductions. They never seem to last, don’t like hot weather , and you can not use a trickle charger. Was thinking of either a Motorcraft or Optima. I like the full 36 month replacement warranty of the Motorcraft. What ever I buy I want the positive post to be away from the fender. Any input or thoughts?
Thanks
Jim of MO
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Re: Battery suggestion 27F
I never used the trickle charger because the instructions said not to. Maybe the latest versions you can.?
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On Apr 26, 2024, at 9:59?AM, Marty Burke via groups.io <mburke6662@...> wrote:
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I use a battery maintainer in my Autolite reproduction batteries and most of my batteries are into their 8 year without issue? Marty
On Friday, April 26, 2024, 9:43 AM, Jim Volmert <jimmyvolmert@...> wrote: I need to replace my battery. My last two have been the Autolite reproductions. They never seem to last, don’t like hot weather , and you can not use a trickle charger. Was thinking of either a Motorcraft or Optima. I like the full 36 month replacement warranty of the Motorcraft. What ever I buy I want the positive post to be away from the fender. Any input or thoughts?
Thanks
Jim of MO
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Re: Battery suggestion 27F
I use a battery maintainer in my Autolite reproduction batteries and most of my batteries are into their 8 year without issue?
On Friday, April 26, 2024, 9:43 AM, Jim Volmert <jimmyvolmert@...> wrote: I need to replace my battery. My last two have been the Autolite reproductions. They never seem to last, don’t like hot weather , and you can not use a trickle charger. Was thinking of either a Motorcraft or Optima. I like the full 36 month replacement warranty of the Motorcraft. What ever I buy I want the positive post to be away from the fender. Any input or thoughts?
Thanks
Jim of MO
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I need to replace my battery. My last two have been the Autolite reproductions. They never seem to last, don’t like hot weather , and you can not use a trickle charger. Was thinking of either a Motorcraft or Optima. I like the full 36 month replacement warranty of the Motorcraft. What ever I buy I want the positive post to be away from the fender. Any input or thoughts?
Thanks
Jim of MO
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Doug was a terrific guy and good friend. I visited him a couple weeks ago and talked with him late last week. He had a tough battle, but spiritually in a good place. Honored to have known him and will certainly miss his sense of humor. God speed my friend.
On Tuesday, April 16, 2024, 8:03 PM, Dennis Bregitzer <dennis.bregitzer@...> wrote: We lost one of our FCA friends yesterday. Doug Beam lost his battle with his cancer.? Say an extra prayer for him and his family tonight. He will be truly missed. Dennis
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We lost one of our FCA friends yesterday. Doug Beam lost his battle with his cancer.? Say an extra prayer for him and his family tonight. He will be truly missed. Dennis
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Happy Easter to all!
Llllllooyyd
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Happy Resurrection Sunday? On Mar 31, 2024, at 09:40, kampenout1 via groups.io <kampenout1@...> wrote:
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Hoppy Easter to all.
Greg, is that the traditional Cajun Easter Croc?
Pete from the Loops
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On 2024-03-31 9:40 a.m., kampenout1 via
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On Sun, 2024-03-31 at 14:24 -0400, Dennis Bregitzer wrote: Was planning on it but have surgery scheduled for 4-10.. staying close to home. Dennis
On Sun, Mar 31, 2024, 2:10?PM Linc < linc@...> wrote: We will be at the mini meet in Liberty Ohio next weekend if you get bored and want to see some cars before the nationals.
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Happy Easter to the whole gang out here. Can't wait to see you all in Dearborn. Dennis? Happy Resurrection Sunday? ? Happy Easter to all y'all --
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Marty Burke
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