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2009/12/15 22:58:12
KIZZA

What has made you happy today?

Just in reply to the 'What has made you angry today' thread, What has made you happy today?
293 comments Leave a comment
MkI_JeT
not having werk today & instead enjoying a corona while floating in the pool while its 39 degrees
2009/12/16 13:41:19
tb303
Phill locking the MK`I ESCORT FROM HELL topic made me happy today,i've never seen men winge and gripe like little childish girls so bad in my life before until now.

Troy
2009/12/16 17:24:44
MkI_JeT
OK whooligan WINS!!!!
2009/12/16 21:08:30
KIZZA
just got back from the pub and wont be doing anything at work tomorrow then Friday its break up day so will be gettin absolutely written off before having 3 weeks off. gotta love union construction!
2009/12/16 23:24:11
JamesR
just got sacked.
FINALLY.
been waiting for this day for too long.
2009/12/17 16:10:53
fordsy
I'm about to run out of welding gas.
2009/12/17 16:57:41
JordyCharlieBoz
I went and saw AVATAR and loved it. Yeah its predictable but still awesome.
2009/12/20 13:06:49
Sterling
i saw paranormal activity on Thursday night after work with some mates..

defiately worth the effort and money to go see it, some wont like it, but if u have an intrest in ghosts/spirits etc, youll LOVE it!

some seriously in depth stuff, really makes u squirm..
2009/12/20 13:39:58
Bodie
Just this minute finished painting the house, all the chrissy presents are bought and wrapped, so i can now sit down on christmas eve with a few bevvies a mince pie and the missus and watch National Lampoons Christmas vacation, without having to assemble play gyms, trampolines, push bikes, jumping castles or generally run around like a fckwit.
2009/12/20 15:45:26
Juiceman
The new wheels and lip spoiler to replace the GTR wing (finally) I ordered for the Riceline!
2009/12/20 18:40:04
digginganddirt
quote:
Originally posted by JamesR

just got sacked.
FINALLY.
been waiting for this day for too long.



care to exsplain i cant see that being a good thing at crissy time lol
2009/12/20 19:43:48
Scott
Really hated the job?

Got to drive a R/C 1/8th nitro car today, very easy to do 100+km/h in the space of about 10 meters
2009/12/20 19:54:31
JamesR
quote:
Originally posted by digginganddirt

quote:
Originally posted by JamesR

just got sacked.
FINALLY.
been waiting for this day for too long.



care to exsplain i cant see that being a good thing at crissy time lol

been working casual 10hr days, 6 days a week for the last 3.5 months. fantastic money, good work. but it was just outage work.
had been told a few weeks ago that i would be finishing up, but more work came up. actually got told id be finishing a few times, and had really got used to the idea of some time off, but had to keep working.
2009/12/20 22:05:41
maxrs
Went to a Magic convention today. It's been best family day out.
2009/12/20 23:22:37
digginganddirt
quote:
Originally posted by JamesR

quote:
Originally posted by digginganddirt

quote:
Originally posted by JamesR

just got sacked.
FINALLY.
been waiting for this day for too long.



care to exsplain i cant see that being a good thing at crissy time lol



been working casual 10hr days, 6 days a week for the last 3.5 months. fantastic money, good work. but it was just outage work.
had been told a few weeks ago that i would be finishing up, but more work came up. actually got told id be finishing a few times, and had really got used to the idea of some time off, but had to keep working.



haha fair enough good to hear
2009/12/20 23:57:40
PeterM

"BabyBlue" (the Escort panel van) brought us home safely from work again today. She has been doing this everyday 6 days a week for almost 25 years now.
2009/12/23 22:06:32
Avon
Actually I have been mightly stoked to have been able to drive the Escort to / from work this week as I can use someone elses car space.

Downside of working in the CBD.
2009/12/24 00:13:17
DRS 02L
18 week ultrasound.
another girl, everything
is gr8.[:x)]
2009/12/24 19:37:01
KIZZA
quote:
Originally posted by DRS 02L

18 week ultrasound.
another girl, everything
is gr8.[:x)]

congrats mate. well done.
2009/12/24 20:59:03
DRS 02L
cheers buddy. where on top of the world.[88][:x)][:o)]
2009/12/26 12:12:32
Luke
After some time off the road my RS will be back on the roads tomorrow just in time for some weekend cruising
2010/07/01 19:33:55
Phil
Today, I finally got a mate's Dax Rush running Complete with Cossie and SM4 with Traction Contol and Launch Control[:p] Weighs 650kg and should punch out 200rwkw[:u]
2010/09/01 21:33:30
Mark
quote:
Originally posted by Phil

Today, I finally got a mate's Dax Rush running Complete with Cossie and SM4 with Traction Contol and Launch Control[:p] Weighs 650kg and should punch out 200rwkw[:u]
...Yes Auke is happy as....I got that phone call with engine running...YB because....
2010/09/01 22:26:16
fordsy
Drove a mates XR6 turbo last night. I've been doing this ever since . Also nailed down the front brake setup on the project. More
2010/10/01 13:13:36
Sterling
quote:
Originally posted by fordsy

Drove a mates XR6 turbo last night. I've been doing this ever since . Also nailed down the front brake setup on the project. More


i know that feeling, drove one with my L's once.

the speedo practically increases as fast as the tacho in 2nd/3rd
2010/10/01 14:36:48
fordsy
Yeah. It's a sweet ride. It only has 7000kms on the clock.
2010/10/01 16:02:22
HYPO4D
I just had the rear screen replaced in my escort ! 20 mins and $110 later, by Gaz, a good guy from Mornington Peninsula Autoglass !
2010/11/01 16:20:24
Sterling
nice one, i still cant wrap my head around how the window cracked, i mean what are the odds of a rock flying through such a small space!

my happy things for today are 2:

- stephen came round and we pulled the auto out of his TC, found the rattle to just be loose rivet type things that hold the ring gear to the flex/drive plate. cheap to repair.

- afterwards went for a swim in the pool, soo nice, cracked a cold tooheys extra dry and the rest of the evening took care of itself!
2010/11/01 22:15:25
DRS 02L
got some tickets to see AC/DC in Sydney yesterday.[:x)]
2010/01/20 20:43:41
Juiceman
My ex (still good mates) has been giving me poo poo about owning a Skyline ever since I bought it 6 months ago. So I let her drive it last night. Now she wants one. [88]

I can't believe it took me 4 years of driving to discover how good cheap and reliable horsepower. Although that didn't make me happy when I realised that...
2010/01/20 21:02:55
maxrs
quote:
Originally posted by Juiceman

My ex (still good mates) has been giving me poo poo about owning a Skyline ever since I bought it 6 months ago. So I let her drive it last night. Now she wants one. [88]

I can't believe it took me 4 years of driving to discover how good cheap and reliable horsepower. Although that didn't make me happy when I realised that...

I do remember you asking me what you should do, i am glad it's working out.

I know it's not good to laugh at other peoples misfortune.
But.
I had to laugh at the Jet ski that was slowly falling off the back of it's trailer down the M1 today.
I stopped laughing when it hit the road and was still being towed unknown to the blind driver. Fiberglass splinters and shavings everywhere like a smoke screen type stuff.
2010/01/21 17:24:12
KIZZA
Just finished my car ready for tomorrow. almost everything is new so hopefully it makes it there and back under its own power.
2010/07/02 02:28:30
DRS 02L
gunna watch AC/DC on sat. my mate shane is a rodie, tonight
hes doing anguss spot light & sats his 21st & hes got a
stage call.[:I][:p]
im so jealous.
2010/02/18 19:49:29
spanner
The wife letting me buy another classic ford (with not much convincing), and this one does'nt require any work!
2010/02/19 06:15:24
Juiceman
Ordered a set of Tomei Pon cams for the Riceline from Japanland and also got a 5 puck clutch. Next on the list is a surge tank and a second fuel pump, then it's off to the tuner to get me a bulk more HP.
2010/02/19 20:57:02
ITGRIPS
picking up my next project tonight! can't wait to get it home. basically 4 hour round trip to get it back then it's strip & inspect time!!
2010/02/20 10:54:17
DRS 02L
went to ac/dc last night. was heaps better than i ever
thought it wouldve. angus did a 45 min solo & it was 30
years since we lost bon. what a night, its up there
with watching my daughter be born. [:p]
2010/02/21 19:39:32
Mickas
http://www.m2film.dk/fleggaard/trailer2.swf


[(#)]
2010/02/21 23:23:22
3sc0rt
quote:
Originally posted by Mickas

http://www.m2film.dk/fleggaard/trailer2.swf


[(#)]


Love it!
2010/02/22 09:54:22
JordyCharlieBoz
No where near as good but made me laugh:
http://www.break.com/usercontent/2009/11/shiny-suds-commercial-1506499
2010/02/22 13:07:31
JamesR
quote:
Originally posted by JordyCharlieBoz

No where near as good but made me laugh:
http://www.break.com/usercontent/2009/11/shiny-suds-commercial-1506499
hahahahahahaha
2010/02/22 15:41:27
KIZZA
Will be getting my car back from having the webers rebuilt and tuned. leaving to pick it up in half hour.
2010/02/22 16:49:20
ITGRIPS
quote:
Originally posted by ITGRIPS

picking up my next project tonight! can't wait to get it home. basically 4 hour round trip to get it back then it's strip & inspect time!!


picked up the car Saturday evening, back home Sunday arvo!! already started stripping it and today have started the ring around for parts!! very excited!
2010/02/22 17:27:36
maxrs
quote:
Originally posted by Mickas

http://www.m2film.dk/fleggaard/trailer2.swf


[(#)]

The best part was watching it upload at dial up speed.
10/10 Mickas.
2010/02/22 17:28:40
Sterling
haha nice vid.
2010/02/22 19:16:58
KIZZA
Not long got in from having my car tuned. absolutely great job and gioes like the prverbial sh!t off a shovel. Big thanks to Gdub for recommending Ital Motors in Hawthorn. Anyone wanting their webers tuned these are the blokes to see very knowledgeable and genuinely interested in YOUR needs. 1 very happy customer.
2010/02/22 22:54:18
KIZZA
Long story short, Dad had his first proper drive of my escort on Sunday and loved it. Monday got a phone call about a mk1 2 door in the area needs to be sold asap so went and had a look and bought it for Dad! he will be wrapped when he gets home from holidays.
2010/03/16 20:25:47
KIZZA
Just started packing my fishing stuff for a trip up to echuca tomorrow. got the week off and going up for 4 days with the missus.
2010/03/23 16:17:07
The Outsider
quote:
Originally posted by KIZZA

Just started packing my fishing stuff for a trip up to echuca tomorrow. got the week off and going up for 4 days with the missus.


when did this site turn into twitter?[:p]
2010/03/28 12:27:39
Sterling
quote:
Originally posted by The Outsider

quote:
Originally posted by KIZZA

Just started packing my fishing stuff for a trip up to echuca tomorrow. got the week off and going up for 4 days with the missus.


when did this site turn into twitter?[:p]


what's twitter?
2010/03/28 13:20:53
KIZZA
quote:
Originally posted by The Outsider

quote:
Originally posted by KIZZA

Just started packing my fishing stuff for a trip up to echuca tomorrow. got the week off and going up for 4 days with the missus.


when did this site turn into twitter?[:p]

Read the thread title.......What has made you happy today? > My reply was going fishing had made me happy! going back to work tomorrow doesn't have the same effect.
2010/03/28 18:52:05
David W
Seeing a white late model Commodore (VE/VZ) with 'MFP' (Main Force Patrol) plastered over it. Nice gold embossed badges on the front guards to replicate something from 'Mad Max 1'. If your going to do that you should start with a Yellow XB Falcon.

Now you know why they drive Commodores.............

I didn't have the camera/phone with me but it was a classic
2010/03/29 19:48:07
Scott
New wheels
2010/04/15 16:45:00
Sterling
ooh shiny
2010/04/15 17:16:55
maxrs
Got pulled over by the police and the officer said
"your eyes and bloodshot, have you been drinking?"
I said "your eyes are glazed, have you been eating donuts?"

Good day.
2010/04/15 17:41:56
PeterM
Maxrs,

You are a card !!! [88] [88] [88] [88]
2010/04/15 19:32:13
Sterling
quote:
Originally posted by maxrs

Got pulled over by the police and the officer said
"your eyes and bloodshot, have you been drinking?"
I said "your eyes are glazed, have you been eating donuts?"

Good day.


HAHA! classic!!
2010/04/15 19:59:14
Sterling
what made me happy today, was that after some counting, i have made $690 this week, compared to my normal wage of $288, i think i did bloody awesome, now i can buy the new heart for the escort!

this involved a bit of overtime, doing backyarders for mum and the mates, and selling off some old spares i had lying around!
2010/04/15 20:01:07
PeterM

That's alright Sterling!

Just don't tell our friends at the Australian Tax office.
They will be around urgently taking your $690, plus more.
2010/04/15 22:49:05
Juiceman
This,

http://www.rs2000.mine.nu/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=20432
2010/04/15 22:54:11
JamesR
quote:
Originally posted by Sterling

what made me happy today, was that after some counting, i have made $690 this week,

i paid that much in tax for 3 days work ;)
2010/04/16 18:25:55
Scott
The local boganmobile XD falcon being pulled over, I just hope it gets defected
2010/04/22 14:15:00
Neale
Carl Williams dad visited him in gaol a couple of days before his murder, & was herd to say to him " your becomming a fat b@#$%d Carl, an exeresize bike wouldn't kill ya" [:x)][:x)]
2010/04/23 13:05:49
Scott
quote:
Originally posted by Neale

Carl Williams dad visited him in gaol a couple of days before his murder, & was herd to say to him " your becomming a fat b@#$%d Carl, an exeresize bike wouldn't kill ya" [:x)][:x)]


hahaha


I've entered a big R/C race in Melbourne at the end of next month
2010/04/24 00:35:19
grant
3 laps in a v8 around QLD raceway
2010/04/30 20:56:25
David W
quote:
Originally posted by grant

3 laps in a v8 around QLD raceway


Did you score a seat in the media/ride day?
2010/02/05 20:55:12
jimmyd
Seeing my baby in the garage this morning....



actually makes me smile every day when I see her, makes driving this to work bearable....



Cheers
2010/03/05 17:30:24
whoppa
the mrs got me a rally day for xmas heaps of laps in a 2 05 sti's evo 7 and an xr8 ute i was floggin em alll day lol.. handbrake slides and crzy drifts on the dirt... it was mad... then i got a hop lap from a co driver for 1 of the guys in the wrc... awsome driver.... i didn't know the handbrake worked that well at 190kms haha crazyyyy

2010/03/05 17:51:16
escortinadriver
quote:
Originally posted by Scott

[

I've entered a big R/C race in Melbourne at the end of next month


Where, when?
2010/03/05 18:53:47
KIZZA
quote:
Originally posted by escortinadriver

quote:
Originally posted by Scott

[

I've entered a big R/C race in Melbourne at the end of next month


Where, when?

x2. I just bought a mk2 shell for mine.
2010/03/05 19:01:43
240corty


drivin this

drivin home in the corty
2010/03/05 22:38:45
fordsy
Gotta love the exchange rate at the moment. $800 for a LSD including delivery.
2010/04/05 00:28:48
martymexico
I landed a new job tday, making aluminium window frames. I asked my previous boss about going fulltime welding, 'work is drying up' he said, so i went next door to the window place and without any interview or resume i was told to start 7am, fulltime !! easiest and quickest job hunt yet
2010/04/05 17:42:12
Scott
quote:
Originally posted by KIZZA

quote:
Originally posted by escortinadriver

quote:
Originally posted by Scott

[

I've entered a big R/C race in Melbourne at the end of next month


Where, when?

x2. I just bought a mk2 shell for mine.

I use a Mazda Speed 6 [:p], pity handling won't be good with a mk2 shell.

http://tftr.org.au/index.php?p=1_48
Templestowe, 28/29/30 May , from the looks of it I'd say outer suburb. I've never been to Melbourne before so I may be wrong.
2010/05/05 00:48:13
escortinadriver
Yep state titles at Templestowe this year.

I have a track at my front doorstep. http://www.brccc.org/

Watch them most Wednesday nights with a beer inhand before getting a lift to poker

Anyway, back on to topic..


Finally finished my 'period' reverse light yesterday. I can see getting out of the driveway now!!!

Shaun
2010/05/05 08:46:36
muzza
Hitting 70 hours OT this week with two days still to go! I'm a Machine!!!
2010/07/05 12:31:49
Scott
Got a airbrushed body today for when I go to Victoria
2010/08/05 21:21:56
KIZZA
Looks pretty cool Scott. let me know if you ever need any other airbrushing done mate my missus does professional airbrushing. Check it www.sprayitdontsayit.net cheers and good luck racing over here.
2010/08/05 22:40:03
DRS 02L
yesterday we had the birth of our 3rd
girl. Nevaya was borb at 11:05, weighed
3:75kg. both mum &bub are perfect[:x)]
2010/05/15 07:06:51
KIZZA
quote:
Originally posted by DRS 02L

yesterday we had the birth of our 3rd
girl. Nevaya was borb at 11:05, weighed
3:75kg. both mum &bub are perfect[:x)]

Good to hear mate Congrats.
2010/05/15 11:44:43
DRS 02L
cheers mate[:I]
2010/05/15 20:21:21
Andy777
few weeks ago my daily vs commodore was rear ended and written off

so yesterday went out to buy a el xr6 as the new daily came home with an el xr8 5 speed! wife wasn't impressed [:p]
2010/05/17 09:38:54
Shea
got my 42" plasma back from repairs after 4 months of staring at a blank wall! (panel failed 1 week after warranty expired) so they paif for the panel and i paid the labor. still a kick in the teeth but $200's better than $800!!
so yay i got my computer monitor back
2010/05/20 08:50:14
KIZZA
Finally set a date to have my car photographed for fast fours.
2010/05/20 16:38:21
2lt_Scort
quote:
Originally posted by KIZZA

Finally set a date to have my car photographed for fast fours.


Kizza have I missed the build thread on your car?
Interested to know/see more.

Rhys
2010/05/20 21:23:36
KIZZA
quote:
Originally posted by 2lt_Scort

quote:
Originally posted by KIZZA

Finally set a date to have my car photographed for fast fours.


Kizza have I missed the build thread on your car?
Interested to know/see more.

Rhys

Hi Rhys no you haven't missed it I have been to slack to make one. its something I have been meaning to do it for ages. At this rate you will probably see it in Fast Fours before I get around to it. I'll try get my act together and get a few pics/do a write uop etc. its nothing special just doe the 'old school way' twin webers etc.
2010/05/20 22:34:20
2lt_Scort
quote:
Originally posted by KIZZA

quote:
Originally posted by 2lt_Scort

quote:
Originally posted by KIZZA

Finally set a date to have my car photographed for fast fours.


Kizza have I missed the build thread on your car?
Interested to know/see more.

Rhys

Hi Rhys no you haven't missed it I have been to slack to make one. its something I have been meaning to do it for ages. At this rate you will probably see it in Fast Fours before I get around to it. I'll try get my act together and get a few pics/do a write uop etc. its nothing special just doe the 'old school way' twin webers etc.


Are twin webers still allowed in Fast Fours? [:p] I'd given up on that mag, but will now keep an eye out for any up coming editions showing your Escort.

Rhys
2010/05/21 07:39:09
fordsy
2010/05/21 16:31:19
KIZZA
hahaha. Yeah to be honest I haven't bought it in years either Rhys but i'll be sure to let you all know when its out. I doubt they would be following carbies at all these days.
2010/05/21 17:06:12
240corty
ebay wins

mk1 lotus 1/43

RS200 1/64

Cortina Plate

Tin Sign

1968 Cortina Advert

1968 Range Sales Brochure


cheeRS
Wayne
2010/05/25 22:25:41
Scott
Also from eBay

I bought it yesterday and it arrived today.

For those in the Templestowe, Melbourne area. I'm going to be racing at the R/C track there this weekend, competing against 31 people
2010/05/26 13:39:55
Dave
I love that print I will be getting one my self.
2010/05/26 14:47:31
smallvan
Spent an hour playing my acoustic bass, my baby
2010/05/26 15:28:59
pj
Re the car print talk to these guys they do a top job
http://www.jetpacdezign.com/Car_Art.htm

Thanks PJ
2010/05/26 16:12:52
KIZZA
quote:
Originally posted by Scott

Also from eBay

I bought it yesterday and it arrived today.

For those in the Templestowe, Melbourne area. I'm going to be racing at the R/C track there this weekend, competing against 31 people

I have this same print on my wall. Anyone see the problem with it? my missus actally pointed it out after about 2 years!
2010/05/26 19:02:00
Dave
Appart from the white flat nose mk2? No........ Do tell
2010/05/26 19:29:09
KIZZA
quote:
Originally posted by Dave

Appart from the white flat nose mk2? No........ Do tell

Yeah you got it Dave, ment to be a RS2000 but has no nose cone. still a great print tho.
2010/05/26 19:52:13
2lt_Scort
I prefer the one in the background [:p]
2010/05/26 21:57:48
Scott
quote:
Originally posted by KIZZA

quote:
Originally posted by Dave

Appart from the white flat nose mk2? No........ Do tell

Yeah you got it Dave, ment to be a RS2000 but has no nose cone. still a great print tho.


I noticed it almost straight away, also noticed that it has Aussie mirrors with the euro style wheel.
2010/05/26 22:09:24
celtic
the Rabbits beat Penrith and I started up my twincam for the first time since rebuild.happy happy.
2010/05/30 19:55:21
escortking
second day my cars been registered and ive got to drive it
2010/05/30 22:32:42
hak073
This gave me a bit of a laugh [(#)]

http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=160439927408

For some reason I'm keen to buy a 121 now...
2010/01/06 17:17:56
Phil
quote:
Originally posted by hak073

This gave me a bit of a laugh [(#)]

http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=160439927408

For some reason I'm keen to buy a 121 now...


Absolute Gold....
2010/01/06 21:31:51
240corty
[88][88][88]gave me a laugh until i read this bit,

People will stare, some will even want to touch it, some may be jealous. But like fame, after a while you get used to it (apparently). The best thing I've found for avoiding attention when driving this beast around, is to park next to a car with similar formidable characteristics, like a Daihatsu Charade.[8~2]

3cyl power, on 15" rims, better than a lilac 121 on 13's
2010/01/06 22:22:29
BryanS81
def. made me laugh....nice!!
Esp Q&A's too...

Bryan.
2010/01/06 23:40:31
escortinadriver
I got MUSE gen admin tickets.......

Whilst not a huge fan of some of their latest music (and fanbase) I'm still expecting yet another mind blowing show....

SHaun
2010/04/06 09:16:05
Scott
Thanks to eBay I now own this:

Only $1150 (instead of $4000) as well
2010/04/06 14:23:12
KIZZA
Just got a phone call from a mates brother and apparently my car is in Street Fords magazine. Can't wait to go buy the mag tomorrow, its just a small pic from hanging rock car show.
2010/04/06 22:42:33
BryanS81
quote:
Originally posted by KIZZA

Just got a phone call from a mates brother and apparently my car is in Street Fords magazine. Can't wait to go buy the mag tomorrow, its just a small pic from hanging rock car show.


Scan it in here....if u can...was there also...

Bryan
2010/04/06 23:32:50
KIZZA
Just went down and bought the magazine. I bought 2 copys as my missus wanted one. I gave her a copy then when I opened my copy I found out its missing 10 pages from page 34 thru to page 44 and my car is on page 39. Spewing big time. Anyways the issue has both Small ford Sunday and Hanging rock car show in it, my car is featured in the Small Ford Sunday section and says that it won best mk2 however, this isn't the case as the 'Buffy' mk2 won (beat me by 2 points). My scanner doesn't want to play the game so I'm not able to scan it up for you lot.
2010/05/06 12:34:47
Richomk1
Watching this old Escort racing footage has just made my day. I know they were built for rally but seeing them on tarmac back in the day does it for me.

http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=7A903A42DDE6466C&playnext=1&playnext_from=PL&v=kY5zdnGvT0c

http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=7A903A42DDE6466C&playnext=1&playnext_from=PL&v=kDAK4jBKmow

P.S. Working out how to post the shortcut to the video's has made me happy too [%], Computers and me aren't very good friends, but i'm learning.


Enjoy the vids, Richo.
2010/06/06 21:40:09
JordyCharlieBoz
that was awesome.
Goes to show that more ci and power isnt everything.
That was awesome to watch. Thanks for linking it.
2010/07/06 01:08:37
fordsy
Got emailed this link earlier today. Made me laugh.

2010/07/06 13:22:48
KIZZA
Got my photoshoot for Fast Fours done today, just got home. Took alot longer then I thought it would (almost 6 hours) but the photographer was extremely professional so should look good in the magazine.
2010/07/06 18:59:12
Sterling
quote:
Originally posted by KIZZA

Got my photoshoot for Fast Fours done today, just got home. Took alot longer then I thought it would (almost 6 hours) but the photographer was extremely professional so should look good in the magazine.


wow! i wanna see this!
2010/07/06 19:08:34
KIZZA
So do I Sterling, can't wait to see it in the magazine. its nothing over the top tho just a neat streeter.
2010/07/06 22:40:38
Scott
I found out that Le Mans is live on One HD this weekend, I've already told my brother I've got the TV over the weekend
2010/09/06 21:49:07
teeg
After 2 and half months at the mechanics, my RS is coming home today with decent oil pressure. The pressure wasn't terminal to the engine, but it turned out to be a crack in the oil pickup which kept it on the low side. I will remember next time when I say "yeh, take your time, it's not my daily driver". It has taught me patience, but he'll also look after me cost wise as he has fitted it in between other jobs.

Time to go cruising but knowing my luck it will now rain.
2010/11/06 12:56:50
Luke
I got a job
2010/11/06 20:16:19
240corty
http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/news/3043867/Bentley-sits-has-wheels-stolen-for-the-THIRD-time-in-a-year.html

could have washed it
2010/07/07 15:36:51
JamesR
just got my tax done! i get a $5660 return!
2010/07/15 11:31:18
Dave
quote:
Originally posted by JamesR

just got my tax done! i get a $5660 return!

good on you man,Ive just my got paper work/figures togeather this morning in preparation to go to the new accountant tommorrow(the old one got sacked as I had to tell him what I could/couldnt claim)
Im hoping for a nice fat cheaque as well.

2010/07/15 14:04:43
JamesR
quote:
Originally posted by Dave

quote:
Originally posted by JamesR

just got my tax done! i get a $5660 return!

good on you man,Ive just my got paper work/figures togeather this morning in preparation to go to the new accountant tommorrow(the old one got sacked as I had to tell him what I could/couldnt claim)
Im hoping for a nice fat cheaque as well.



yeah i got a good accountant.
i walk in, hand over paperwork and reciepts, 5 mins later all done.
he knows all the tricks.
2010/07/15 17:49:15
fordsy
I've just driven home and a warning light came up on the dash that i've never seen before. Seems because it's under 4 degrees outside, the car needs to warn me of the possibility of frost. Gotta love gadgets fitted to new cars.
2010/07/19 21:31:28
sundowner
this made a few of us happy

my boss found out i was into Escorts and he said he would be happy to give this to a good home,he had it in the back yard for over 21 years so i let a good mate that is very capable of getting it to speed take it on, once home worked out its a 1300 gt 1970, weird thing is it has super badges on the front quarters, and chrome trim all way round the wheel arches,

everything was there dash console engine ect... only issue we had was finding the engine no on the block. we thought it would be near plug one and 2 but it wasn't there can anyone help? this will be very helpfull in getting it registerd

but overall quite a good barn find and considering all the time it has spent on the weather the shell has no holes it is all mainly surface rust







2010/07/19 22:14:01
Scott
Sundowner, thats quite a good bargain


After nearly two months of waiting (due to shipping problems from Japan) my new camera arrived! Olympus E-3 shown here with my flash and 70-300 lens and next to my R/C car transmitter.
2010/07/23 00:38:30
JamesR
quote:
Originally posted by Scott

Sundowner, thats quite a good bargain


After nearly two months of waiting (due to shipping problems from Japan) my new camera arrived! Olympus E-3 shown here with my flash and 70-300 lens and next to my R/C car transmitter.



how does the Olympus go? im bit of a Pentax fan myself..
i won a Pentax K7 about a month ago on ebay, but haven't heard back about that, bit poo pooty, but oh well.

what's with all the Filters?
2010/07/23 17:09:23
Sterling
well today i took my radiator to the radiator workshop around the corner from my work (they are off watt road, in mornington)

$95, to have it "serviced" his word was "we'll pull it apart, clear out the tank tubes and the cores, (high pressure backflush i assume?) and seal it all back together"

since i just got my tax return i didn't mind paying that at all, and ive know gone from driving no more than 30 minutes or so, engine sitting at about 90degrees, creeps up with hard driving or highway driving,

to a happy engine sitting at 60 degrees!!! i drove it for almost an hour and it never went about 67-68degrees! couldnt be happier!
2010/07/23 19:42:44
Scott
quote:
Originally posted by JamesR


how does the Olympus go? im bit of a Pentax fan myself..
i won a Pentax K7 about a month ago on ebay, but haven't heard back about that, bit poo pooty, but oh well.

what's with all the Filters?


Olympus cameras go very nicely, I've had an E-500 for a few years now. The E-3 was the only camera out of the Olympus range that had features that I wanted.
With those filters I recently won them on eBay for $73 posted for the whole the lot of filters.
2010/07/23 21:18:07
JamesR
quote:
Originally posted by Scott

quote:
Originally posted by JamesR


how does the Olympus go? im bit of a Pentax fan myself..
i won a Pentax K7 about a month ago on ebay, but haven't heard back about that, bit poo pooty, but oh well.

what's with all the Filters?


Olympus cameras go very nicely, I've had an E-500 for a few years now. The E-3 was the only camera out of the Olympus range that had features that I wanted.
With those filters I recently won them on eBay for $73 posted for the whole the lot of filters.

oh nice.
got any spare 77mm/49mm CPL's? [:p]
2010/07/23 23:08:07
Scott
quote:
Originally posted by JamesR

quote:
Originally posted by Scott

quote:
Originally posted by JamesR


how does the Olympus go? im bit of a Pentax fan myself..
i won a Pentax K7 about a month ago on ebay, but haven't heard back about that, bit poo pooty, but oh well.

what's with all the Filters?


Olympus cameras go very nicely, I've had an E-500 for a few years now. The E-3 was the only camera out of the Olympus range that had features that I wanted.
With those filters I recently won them on eBay for $73 posted for the whole the lot of filters.

oh nice.
got any spare 77mm/49mm CPL's? [:p]


Nah, all of mine are 58mm [:p]
2010/07/25 19:27:08
Scott
Got the RS back with a new sump. So more oil leaks and I now also own an 2001 AU Wagon
2010/07/08 15:18:35
fordsy
Voted today. Now I can ignore all the crap on TV.
2010/12/08 16:54:02
maxrs
I repaired some holes in a Rental house earlier this week.
The tennant punched the villa board thinking it was plaster and hurt his hand.

I recieved a call about the walls being repaired in the wrong material.

This bloke tried to smash me with the one good hand he had, when i showed up.

So, i have one very happy home owner. And a bloke with some issues wanting my head on a plate.
Yes, i did go to the Police and reported it, just in case i go missing.
2010/12/08 17:37:43
laurie
Charge the p*%&K with malicious damage....That would make me happy
2010/12/08 17:51:17
maxrs
The owner is doing that Laurie.

The angry bloke was quite cool on the phone, then jumped me when i arrived.
I havn't had that much fun since school.
2010/12/08 18:12:58
laurie
Thats why I love my job. Just like school every day
2010/08/13 11:41:13
Scott
The new control arms for the Escort arrived today
2010/08/13 15:48:11
Scott
Me racing my Escort...

[:p]
2010/08/15 18:49:36
PeterM

Laurie,

"Thats why I love my job. Just like school every day"

I haven't been out to Parkes for a while to visit the family.

Has something changed? Am I missing out on something?

Maybe I should come out and do a few laps of the main.
2010/08/15 19:36:18
laurie
Peter, now living back in good ole Sydney. Stationed at Penrifff. Forced tree change sucked
2010/08/16 10:14:15
David W
Seeing this parked at the traffic lights when I went out for a bite to eat & knowing there are other tragics in the world.

Picture is a bit grainy (taken from Mobile phone at a distance) but its an 'XA Interceptor' from Mad Max 1.

2010/08/16 19:11:55
240corty
http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&f=23&t=878360&mid=0&i=0&nmt=RS200, behind the scenes &mid=0

reading this
2010/08/17 15:31:14
Scott
quote:
Originally posted by 240corty

http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&f=23&t=878360&mid=0&i=0&nmt=RS200, behind the scenes &mid=0

reading this


Also reading that
2010/08/17 23:31:31
fordsy
500 watt halogen worklights. Keeping me warm and illuminated while working after hours in the garage.
2010/01/09 00:19:40
maxrs
Four orphans now have a place to live, after i tidied up a unfinished renovated house.
2010/01/09 07:19:21
240corty
got U2 360 tickets
2010/03/09 15:05:44
ITGRIPS
what's made me happy today... well knowing that tomorrow i pick up a parts car in the form of a complete Mk1 Escort 2 door.... very happy as it's got some good bits on it and it was a bargain!

can post pics if anyone's interested
2010/03/09 17:41:32
KIZZA
^We are always interested mate, put the pics up.
2010/03/09 19:37:47
ITGRIPS
here's some pics....

and to make my smile even bigger...... double checked ( thanks to this forum!! ) and found out the car has a 711M 1600 in it and 4spd is tight as and has a quick shift fitted. has lots of other bits that we need too like a good boot which is why we bought it in the first place!!

here's some pics:



this is why it was cheap!! such a shame, would have been a bloody tidy car before!

2010/04/09 17:30:34
nimr0d17
Haha, I'm scrolling down thinking to myself how can this be a parts shell?

Then I get to the smash picture, not good.
2010/05/09 12:46:01
PeterM

This damage is not a big repair.

Certainly shouldn't be considered to scrap the shell.
2010/05/09 19:31:53
ITGRIPS
i'll be offering the shell once i've taken off what i need, will still have the majority of the body just less the boot.

too much damage for me to try and fix plus i have a good body already and not enough room etc to keep em both.

cheers
chris
2010/05/09 20:38:28
Scott
That MK1 is good, pity about the drivers side.

People liking my photo enough to ask and use them in this article

My Escort van car is even mentioned in it
2010/06/09 15:47:06
Sterling
just bought a TomTom from these guys off ebay,

i opted for the cheaper one, which was a "refurbished" second hand item.

arrived, thing looked 100% brand new, completely stoked with it!

super cheap price, and i got to put homer simpson as my voice! haha

came with car charger, protector, carry case, computer cord everything!

http://myworld.ebay.com.au/dj261101/
2010/06/09 22:44:28
PeterM
that sound's really great Sterling!

I guess you can really put it to the test on Saturday night on the way home from a big night on the turps. Good to see if Tom Tom will point the way safely home for you. Not that I am advocating drink driving!
2010/07/09 19:17:39
maxrs
Grading for Karate is today. wish me luck.

Then Fishing at Rainbow beach with fishNchips on the jetty.
Good days.
2010/12/09 10:30:31
jimmyd
Picked up "well presented" trophy for the RS2000 at the Ford vs Holden day in Cairns yesterday - only taken twenty years to get her first trophy....
2010/09/13 08:38:36
Scott
I got my first paying photography job today, and its a wedding.
2010/09/18 11:53:37
David W
quote:
Originally posted by Scott

I got my first paying photography job today, and its a wedding.


Thought about 'value adding' and supply the car(s) too?
2010/09/18 13:12:09
Scott
Nah, the wedding job was for a guy I race with. But it was the easiest $150 I've earned
2010/09/22 15:01:33
maxrs
I found these at Auto salon last weekend.
The reborn Queen ST M3. Gold plated compact racer.

and a dirty Brown Cortina.


2010/09/22 16:31:59
ITGRIPS
quote:
Originally posted by maxrs

I found these at Auto salon last weekend.
and a dirty Brown Cortina.


that cortina looks cool ( not a fan of the intercooler though )... wonder what it's packing??
2010/09/22 17:05:33
David W
Got the Air Conditioning compressor on the car today. I had all the ingredients, but they wouldn't come together - outcome would have been a custom made bracket (compressor would have been dragging on he ground), drop the twin carbs, drop the air con or get a smaller compressor - the later was the winner.

The rebuild has been at a bit of a stalemate for most of this year, until this was sorted. A few bits & pieces to tidy up and the rebuild should be on the home straight ($ & time permitting)

2010/09/23 19:37:46
KIZZA
Wheels for one of the racecars turned up tonight from the states finally. All shiney and new 15x12's wont stay that way for long!
2010/09/23 21:14:49
Luke
15x12s[:0] what rubber is going on them?
2010/09/23 22:52:28
KIZZA
29" high cant remeber off the top of my head how wide. its a Super Sedan (speedway car)
2010/09/24 15:05:49
Timmeh
The Dragons winning the premiership after supporting them for so many bloody years made me happy today. Even got some work done on the Escort in the pre-game blah blah too.

2010/03/10 22:10:59
fordsy
Gotta love the exchange rate at the moment. Can't wait til we get above the dollar mark.
2010/08/10 02:08:13
Scott
quote:
Originally posted by fordsy

Gotta love the exchange rate at the moment. Can't wait til we get above the dollar mark.


I'm loving that exchange rate as well, I got myself a book from Ballistic Publishing for pretty much that same price as listed on their site
2010/09/10 11:50:04
Scott
Motorsport on TV
2010/10/10 15:14:53
BryanS81
got 5 of these bad boys today!!!



2010/10/13 21:16:37
240corty
ordered one of these from ebay


http://stores.ebay.co.uk/a-picture-of-a-tree

cortina mk1,consul capri/classic 315, anglia, escort mk1 and mk2
2010/10/16 18:17:55
Scott
That shirt is pretty good.

I now have my own web domain, www.scotthobbsart.com
2010/10/16 23:03:00
JamesR
tomorrows my day off!
and just bought tickets to NZ for 2 weeks in January.
2010/10/17 18:17:54
maxrs
Finding a pair of Capri legs i didn't know i had.
2010/10/27 22:35:55
BryanS81
Long weekend!!! Off to Sunshine Coast Friday til Sunday then hopefully work on the Red RS!
2010/10/28 16:11:42
fordsy
Found my collection of NOFX cds while cleaning up.
2010/10/29 01:05:18
Sterling
finally got my tax return. account did some major stuff ups!!

hence why its so damn late
2010/10/29 10:25:40
JamesR
quote:
Originally posted by fordsy

Found my collection of NOFX cds while cleaning up.

up da punx
2010/10/29 16:59:57
Scott
Throwing out alot of useless crap in my room has led to lots of extra space
2010/10/30 15:56:58
grant
Just saved $640 on all my insurances

Pays to ring around for a quote then stick it up your current mob. Got some pretty good deals now
2010/01/11 18:44:46
PeterM

The Mrs got her car insurance annual renewal from AAMI a few weeks ago.

She promptly phoned AMMI as a new customer enquiry for the same car and got a much better deal.

She paid the "new customer" price, however she still received two notices informing her of the now overdue renewal.

Go figure ?? [}:)]
2010/01/11 20:51:36
grant
quote:
Originally posted by PeterM


The Mrs got her car insurance annual renewal from AAMI a few weeks ago.

She promptly phoned AMMI as a new customer enquiry for the same car and got a much better deal.

She paid the "new customer" price, however she still received two notices informing her of the now overdue renewal.

Go figure ?? [}:)]


Yeah i've got 3 cars and home insurance with the same mob, all due at the same time don't know how i managed that each has gone up $100 compared to last year which I thought was a bit suss and why I rang around.

Youi are advertised everywhere so thought i'd try them, was hopeless 30mins to get price on the xr6t and when asked how does this competitive price sound $2200 [:0], reply yeh great thats more then double what im paying. Got the lot for less than that
2010/01/11 21:47:32
Scott
AMMI where the only insurer that would even touch my RS. Something about a modified sports car driven by a 22 yr old puts them off [B)]
I wonder how much easier it would be to get my AU Falcon insured[:p]
2010/01/11 22:25:12
Regs RS
Going through the getting 120hrs up for Ls with my daughter at the moment.Up until resiliently shes been happy driving my VS Ute but now decided she wants to drive a manual & the only one we have is the RS which up until now she's described as being old,smelly, noisy, ugly,& generally just not very nice.
So after a couple of lessons in an instructors car so she didn't completely destroy the clutch & a little talk to explain how hard the nose would be to replace if we hit anything (that she seemed to take in quite well) we started about 4 weeks Ugo.
Today we passed another L plater going the opposite direction in a new Rav4 or something similar & I said what would you rather be driving this or that? She said this car Dad, it's fun! But if you tell anyone that I'll deny it!
2010/07/11 19:12:30
JamesR
quote:
Originally posted by Regs RS


Today we passed another L plater going the opposite direction in a new Rav4 or something similar & I said what would you rather be driving this or that? She said this car Dad, it's fun! But if you tell anyone that I'll deny it!

hahahahaha!
2010/07/11 20:18:59
David W
quote:
Originally posted by Regs RS

So after a couple of lessons in an instructors car so she didn't completely destroy the clutch & a little talk to explain how hard the nose would be to replace if we hit anything (that she seemed to take in quite well) we started about 4 weeks Ugo.



When my son started to drive I tried to get his manual driving skills up and took him to the back streets in the hope he wouldn't have to think (or brake) too quickly. I later (reluctanctly) threw him the keys when he finished work 1 day and he couldn't take off at the lights without stalling - 3 changes of lights later we ran around the car to swap positions. That was the last time he drove my car - short of trying to take it out 1 night when we were away for the night (unbeknown to him I'd removed the rotor button). Car didn't leave the garage but everything was in a different position - he denied trying to take it out but fessed up when I highlighted the evidence.
2010/07/11 20:24:49
escortinadriver
Finished my last day of teaching placement rounds for Uni today....

Shaun
2010/08/11 21:38:45
fordsy
Spam emails. Seems i might be 800,000 richer.
quote:
Message from United Kingdom United National,

This is to notify you that we have your fund of USD$800,000.00 with us here in the UNITED NATIONS COMPENSATION COMMISSION OFFICE and your email was among the beneficiary of the said fund. Due to your late response to our email and this transaction, there is someone here who said he is from your country and he says he is the owner of the fund. He said he is ready to pay for the procurement of the legal documents which is (GBP355 ) for the release of the found to him. He has been held right away for verification purpose, for us to know if he is the real owner of this fund. Since the fund belongs to you we have to write you to let you know. About this serious issue that is going now.
...etc etc...


....seriously, who falls for this crap?
2010/09/11 01:06:09
Scott
New R/C car, its debut race will be the Australian Nationals at Bendigo, VIC Nov 19-21

Going by the manufacturers website the release date for that car is 'early December 2010' [:x)]
2010/11/11 23:26:27
Scott
Got back from Bendigo today, I competed in the Australian EP On-Road nationals. I got 25th out of 44 car for Stock Tourer, and I'm also the 4th fastest South Australian.
2010/11/22 20:58:59
krt10
after 4 years i have finished my apprenticeship today.
in that time ive had 5 Escorts.
2010/11/22 21:25:05
Scott
I got a new job
2010/11/30 20:58:46
ossie cossie
new wheels arrived from the UK.



And new 8 pot calipers for the front brakes 362mm. I got the pair for $450
2010/11/30 22:37:50
240corty
Man United thumped 4-0 by West Ham
2010/01/12 16:32:18
krt10
got a hoist installed at home.
2010/02/12 15:59:21
wombat2509
Sold my camper trailer

now should I put a turbo on that motor ?????
2010/12/22 19:03:32
KIZZA
Picked up my new ute, BF FPV F6! absolutely loving it.
2010/12/22 20:36:08
martymexico
4x weeks holidays + a cash bonus !!
2010/12/22 23:40:02
INBreplica
I picked up my front flares for my escort today.
They have some historical significance,as they were fitted to a MK2 that finished in the top 10 in the 1980 Southern cross rally.
2010/12/27 20:47:16
escortinadriver
I'm now engaged....
2010/12/27 21:49:01
mrbeardie
just got a set of pacemaker headers, ported head, new valves and springs and a full gasket set for $120
2010/12/27 22:04:47
KIZZA
Got to take my speedway car to the track for the first time yesterday, 500hp in the dirt is a poo pooload of fun. altho using 50litres of methanol to do 35 or so laps makes its semi expensive fun. but well worth it.
2010/12/28 11:22:18
fordsy
quote:
Originally posted by escortinadriver

I'm now engaged....

Congratulations Shaun.
2010/12/28 14:28:15
cosworthfreak
quote:
Originally posted by 240corty

Man United thumped 4-0 by West Ham


Could the above post please be moved to the "What's made you angry today?" thread.
2010/12/28 18:54:49
krt10
quote:
Originally posted by KIZZA

Got to take my speedway car to the track for the first time yesterday, 500hp in the dirt is a poo pooload of fun. altho using 50litres of methanol to do 35 or so laps makes its semi expensive fun. but well worth it.


nice. what type of speedway car?


2010/12/28 22:23:45
KIZZA
quote:
Originally posted by krt10

quote:
Originally posted by KIZZA

Got to take my speedway car to the track for the first time yesterday, 500hp in the dirt is a poo pooload of fun. altho using 50litres of methanol to do 35 or so laps makes its semi expensive fun. but well worth it.


nice. what type of speedway car?
Super Sedan


2010/12/30 14:01:15
Avon
Coming across another Mk2 on the freeway this AM on the way in to work and convoying for a while (white 1600 coupe, near Leederville Stn - anyone here?)
2011/07/01 11:55:41
fordsy
Just got my credit card interest rate reduced to 3.9% on purchases for the next twelve months.
2011/01/10 15:28:31
escortinadriver
quote:
Originally posted by fordsy

Just got my credit card interest rate reduced to 3.9% on purchases for the next twelve months.


What other goodies could you possibly need for the beast!!! [:I]

Oh, I know of a cossie for sale if you're interested...

Shaun
2011/01/10 16:03:43
fordsy
You can never have enough car bits. :)
2011/01/10 20:39:52
Juiceman
I woke up this morning realising I'll have 500 odd hp to play with sometime next month
2011/01/15 09:56:45
Sterling
reading Fordsy's Signature, made me laugh.

and converting the new motor to run with an adaptor, and the 32/36 weber that was on the original escort manifold. hearing it fire up and running suprisingly spot on!

(atleast ill be able to drive it to dyno shop)
2011/01/16 16:34:20
ronsmallford
So juiceman, when do you take delivery of the 5 suzuki swifts?
2011/01/16 17:10:44
JamesR
I'm just about to board my flight to NZ! Seeya in 2 weeks.
2011/01/16 18:34:24
Juiceman
quote:
Originally posted by ronsmallford

So juiceman, when do you take delivery of the 5 suzuki swifts?


Hahahaha! It's actually 10 Suzuki Mighty Boys!
2011/01/16 18:50:28
harrier
Coming 5th O/R on my first motorkhana despite bulk wheel-spin and being directionally challenged at times...[88][88][88][88]
2011/01/23 19:50:27
harrier
Special thanks to Glenn (whooligan) and Troy (from Tamworth) for helping me out with some last minute spares so I could have my Mk1 Esky running for the club event today!

This forum is quite a community.
2011/01/23 19:53:31
escortinadriver
Going to my 15th? BDO today....

Scary when you have been going for as long as some of the kids there.[:0]

It has nothing on the early shows, now crowded, fenced, controlled, marketed, poo pooe punters not there for music etc, but somehow I still end up returning every year.

Bring on Tool (again!!!)

Shaun
2011/01/30 08:25:29
Phil
My new headunit is wired and sounds sensational[:p] The corty has entered the modern age...with bluetooth handsfree
2011/01/30 08:32:55
smallvan
I just got my Burton catalog, hummm where did i put my c/card [:p]
2011/01/02 18:04:24
stevescort
Finishing work at 10 and still got a full days pay because it hit 36 degrees. Love union sites! :-)
2011/01/02 18:11:24
stevescort
quote:
Originally posted by stevescort

Finishing work at 10 and still got a full days pay because it hit 35 degrees. Love union sites! :-)
2011/01/02 18:13:03
David W
Driving the car to work today and get the following comments (with thumbs up from neighbouring car) at traffic lights or the servo.

- What year were they made - I know it was a while ago

- Is it genuine? I remember getting passed by one of these years ago when I was doing 140kph and it left me for dead.


That is why you drive an Escort. Owners of Toyota Echo's don't get those comments
2011/03/02 20:17:08
Richomk1
An SMS my brother sent me today.


With hindsight I should have posted my Facebook status as
"I have blown the head gasket on my 1997 Ford" rather than "I F@*#ed a 13 year old Escort".

2011/02/15 22:55:13
JamesR
quote:
Originally posted by stevescort

quote:
Originally posted by stevescort

Finishing work at 10 and still got a full days pay because it hit 35 degrees. Love union sites! :-)

Lucky unpleasant individual. Although I'm on a union site, heat don't have an actual heat policy. Working around steam turbines gets bloody hot, but all we can do is take rest breaks when needed.
2011/02/16 15:47:55
KIZZA
Also work on union sites (electrician), its the best when it hits 35 but gees its a prick when it gets to 33 and drops!
2011/02/16 17:02:04
Juiceman
quote:
Originally posted by smallvan

I just got my Burton catalog, hummm where did i put my c/card [:p]


Haha yep I got mine a few weeks ago too!
2011/02/17 07:12:12
INBreplica
My partner got the new job she applied for in the bush,I've got my transfer through,the house we wanted is ours,so I will be able to spend a lot more time on my MK2 rally car.
2011/02/17 10:49:49
fordsy
My brakes, flywheel, clutch and harmonic balancer finally arrived.
2011/02/17 14:58:06
fordsy
Mmm. I love the smell of freshly cooked ring gear. Just fitted the ring gear to the flywheel. 20 minutes or so at 250 degrees in the oven. Beautiful. Good thing the missus is out for the evening. [:x)]
2011/02/17 20:08:36
krt10
haha i used the oven to dry some parts when the old lady was overseas. then pulled my carbies down on the dinner table because it was cold in the shed. no one died so id say it was a success
2011/02/17 20:49:19
jorgan92


:D ready to go :D
2011/02/03 18:53:17
krt10
looks good mate
2011/03/03 04:42:25
jorgan92
yep, got everything for a steal too :P
2011/03/03 07:05:31
Luke
Finally getting some motivation back for my car
2011/03/03 12:56:13
Bloodyeck
I got given a 1980, entirely rust free, 2 door Mk2 RS2000. Hasn't been on the road for two years. Fitted with Superlites and new tyres. Matching numnbers. Engine reconditioned. Only downside is that the interior is shot. I figure I now have no chance of winning lotto.
2011/03/03 18:12:35
jimmyd
quote:
Originally posted by Bloodyeck

I got given a 1980, entirely rust free, 2 door Mk2 RS2000. Hasn't been on the road for two years. Fitted with Superlites and new tyres. Matching numnbers. Engine reconditioned. Only downside is that the interior is shot. I figure I now have no chance of winning lotto.


[:0]You just did[:u]
2011/03/03 18:15:47
KIZZA
Just picked up a tradie trailer for $450, old ladies son left it there when he moved out so she just wanted it gone. I'll get my painter mate to paint it same colour as my ute (BF Bionic blue) and I wont have to work out the back of an FPV ute anymore! can't wait.
2011/03/03 20:41:36
coolbeer6


2011/03/26 20:21:05
harrier
quote:
Originally posted by Bloodyeck

I got given a 1980, entirely rust free, 2 door Mk2 RS2000. Hasn't been on the road for two years. Fitted with Superlites and new tyres. Matching numnbers. Engine reconditioned. Only downside is that the interior is shot. I figure I now have no chance of winning lotto.


Dude! Really, there is no downside to this....
2011/03/27 22:08:25
spanner
Watching the V8's in HD (finally), not as many ad breaks & the best part? Not having to put up with Crompton's commentary & dobbing in everything a Ford driver does wrong. Hope ONE gets the rights in the near future!
2011/03/28 09:24:21
Escortpower
With the perfect weather we are having in Melbourne over the last 3 days I have been driving the Escort to work and back. [:x)]

Craig.
2011/07/04 19:42:36
laurie
Changing a valve cover gasket on a 2001 BMW 320i by watching a U tube video and saving myself a few bucks
2011/07/04 19:58:31
Scott
My insurance dropping about $220 for the RS and I'm now a rating 1 driver for life with AAMI
2011/04/08 18:24:43
INBreplica
Finding that my Mk2 2door has absolutely NO rust in the floors or pillars after doing an exploritory today. This means that the only rust I need to repair is in the right front guard above the headlight.
Who wants to castrate me for building a gravel rally car out of this one???
2011/04/08 20:59:14
fordsy
quote:
Originally posted by INBreplica
Who wants to castrate me for building a gravel rally car out of this one???

You only get castrated if you bend it on your first time out.
2011/04/08 22:37:23
jorgan92
Driving home at 12 lst night and the dash lights wernt working in the escort, bashed the top of the dash with my fist, all good :D
2011/04/11 17:44:12
PeterM

In early 1990 pulled the engine, gearbox and front end out of my 4 door RS2000. Since then the car has been tucked away and the parts scattered in boxes all over the place.

Hopefully later this week the engine and gearbox will be refitted.

....can't hurry these things......[:I]

2011/04/11 22:19:03
KIZZA
Got offered a huge job opportunity tonight. too good to refuse in my opinion. However the downside is its 4 days on 4 days off living away from the missus and she wasn't too keen on the idea til she heard the wages and now she is coming around to the idea!
2011/04/12 18:33:07
JamesR
quote:
Originally posted by KIZZA

Got offered a huge job opportunity tonight. too good to refuse in my opinion. However the downside is its 4 days on 4 days off living away from the missus and she wasn't too keen on the idea til she heard the wages and now she is coming around to the idea!
desal?
2011/04/12 19:00:36
KIZZA
[:p] could be onto something James. you there at the desal?
2011/04/12 22:01:59
Richomk1
quote:
Originally posted by KIZZA

Got offered a huge job opportunity tonight. too good to refuse in my opinion. However the downside is its 4 days on 4 days off living away from the missus and she wasn't too keen on the idea til she heard the wages and now she is coming around to the idea!
Kizza, 2 words, take it.
Try working 5 weeks on 5 weeks off. My family and i are well and truly used to it, never easy going back to work though. But it's what keeps the money comin in. You'll get used to it and it gives you and the missus time apart and as they say absense makes the heart grow fonder.
Good luck with it.
2011/04/12 22:58:52
JamesR
quote:
Originally posted by KIZZA

[:p] could be onto something James. you there at the desal?


Nah, a few blokes iv worked with have gone there.
I'm not real interested in the place really.
I got plenty if work here, and the money isn't too different either.
2011/04/16 12:50:51
KIZZA
Well decided I would go for the job offer and have an interview next Wednesday. All goes to plan the cosworth motor will be in alot sooner then anticipated. Thats what's made me happy today and the fact its the weekend.
2011/05/20 17:03:07
JamesR
quote:
Originally posted by KIZZA

Well decided I would go for the job offer and have an interview next Wednesday. All goes to plan the cosworth motor will be in alot sooner then anticipated. Thats what's made me happy today and the fact its the weekend.

yeah, if you got an interview, you pretty much have a job! haha
good luck finding a place there. so expensive.
2011/05/21 13:43:39
KIZZA
Cheers James, and yeah I heard accommodation is hard. lucky I know a few blokes already there who have spare rooms in their houses and a mates family live down there with a spare bungalow out the back.
2011/05/21 19:24:49
Scott
No work for three weeks and of to the USA tomorrow
2011/05/29 11:19:57
martymexico
quote:
Originally posted by Scott

No work for three weeks and of to the USA tomorrow

Bring back some crate Zetec motors on your way back...lol
2011/05/29 20:24:17
Weiry
Happy weekend, got to take RS out twice 170k's on Saturday & 120k's yesterday. Saturday was best cruise out Kinglake way thru plenty of winding roads, Sunday was with family "cruising only". Weiry
2011/05/30 20:16:47
Juiceman
Two bums just got arrested right out the front of the office for popping pills on the footpath. We have mirrored glass so were all standing there watching them try to throw smalls bags in to the garden while the cop was talking to them. Hilarious!

That's what has made me happy today.
2011/01/06 15:38:28
Scott
Summer- check
California- check
Convertible- check
Mustang- check

2011/06/08 14:00:44
Juiceman
Just bought a drink from the shop next to work, and as I was leaving, the old bloke behind the counter said "Have a phat day."

[88]
2011/06/08 14:24:31
grant
[88]

http://www.foxsports.com.au/motor-sports/two-promosport-championship-motorcycle-racers-crash-during-a-round-at-magny-cours/story-e6frf3z3-1226080600155
2011/06/24 07:51:57
Luke
Finally have a date for the completion of my engine[:u]
Woo Hoo
2011/01/07 21:31:16
jimmyd
New plates...



2011/02/07 11:34:23
ITGRIPS
found my stash of old ( 1999 - 2001/2 ) classic ford etc mags that i thought had been thrown out! were hiding in a cupboard at my mum's house!
2011/07/14 13:22:24
JazPer
Found some new clothes that I forgot that I had. Now I have new clothes and I didn't even have to spend money!
2011/08/10 16:58:06
laurie
Having my first drive of a HWY Patrol Ford Falcon XR6 Turbo during Stop Stick training. Just think, you guys pay me to drive these cars for a living.
2011/08/10 17:28:35
laurie
Having my first drive of a HWY Patrol Ford Falcon XR6 Turbo during Stop Stick training. Just think, you guys pay me to drive these cars for a living.
2011/08/10 17:29:56
escortinadriver
Officially resigned for work yesterday...
 
Ready to start my training on monday as a full time CFA recruit!!!
 
Happy days.  Had tried for 2.5yrs to get in so I'm stoked...
 
Oh. saw another escort on the road today, a blue MK1 van (SCORT1)...
First escort I have seen on the road in months... made me smile..
 
 
Shaun
2011/08/19 15:50:18
BringItMK1RS
The fact that I managed to find not one but two jobs... in Florida.
2011/08/23 03:04:58
4130hugh
couple days ago i saw a mint orange mk2 2 door on old geelong road then a minute later an old bird lit them up in a orange capri turning across traffic! she must have thought i was loopy fist pumping half hanging out the work ute! sure made my day!
2011/08/30 09:56:40
Scott
Got a job interview on tuesday :D
2011/09/26 01:09:31
Escortpower
Saving nearly $200 by insuring my car with Lumley Special Vehicles instead of Shannons, even after listing the mods and increasing the agreed value of the car nearly 100%. 
 
2011/09/29 21:36:45
fordsy
Escortpower

Saving nearly $200 by insuring my car with Lumley Special Vehicles instead of Shannons, even after listing the mods and increasing the agreed value of the car nearly 100%. 


I would have thought actually having the bloke ring back would be satisfactory enough.
2011/09/29 22:17:37
BryanS81
All 4 of ours cars are now (and have been for the last year and a bit) with LSV, great savings, and nice and easy to deal with!!
 
The more cars on the policy the cheaper it gets!!!
 
Bryan
Escortpower

Saving nearly $200 by insuring my car with Lumley Special Vehicles instead of Shannons, even after listing the mods and increasing the agreed value of the car nearly 100%. 



2011/09/29 23:40:41
wombat2509
I went to the Ford day at Kedron to day some extremely nice cars and met a couple of Forum member that have made very helpful posts for me
2011/10/02 20:18:40
KIZZA
The fact I have finally  ordered a custom Cosworth wiring loom (the last big piece to my Cosworth puzzle!). From one of the most helpful blokes I have ever dealt with!
2011/10/14 11:56:59
Scott
I've got a new job with higher rate of pay and more hours for pretty much doing the same thing. Also get some nice benefits like 4 cents per litre off at certain fuel stations 
2011/10/29 18:33:46
Gdub
walking down the casino strip in vegas on a nice sunny saturday aftenoon today. Skimpy clothes and g bangers are alive and well in the US!
2011/10/30 11:55:21
Scott
Gdub

walking down the casino strip in vegas on a nice sunny saturday aftenoon today. Skimpy clothes and g bangers are alive and well in the US!

 
I was at Santa Monica beach in June lots of great sight seeing there!
2011/10/31 20:52:44
JamesR
Gdub

walking down the casino strip in vegas on a nice sunny saturday aftenoon today. Skimpy clothes and g bangers are alive and well in the US!

is that what you're wearing or everyone else???
2011/11/01 11:38:57
ITGRIPS
what's made me happy today:
the call from Steve ( SMCKA ) saying my wheels have arrived! yay! can't wait to get them over and put them on the car!
2011/11/01 13:42:35
ITGRIPS
wheels have arrived! very happy! can't wait to swap some tyres onto them and put them on the car!


2011/11/08 17:17:03
hak073
Nice wheels :)
What size did you get? And what size tyres are you looking at putting on them?
2011/11/08 17:32:15
ITGRIPS
ended up getting 13 x 6, i tried 7's but they stuck too far out the std guards and the cars got to go over the pits ( unrego'd ). going to be "trying" the tyres i have which from memory are 165 & 175s?? i can't remember!!
2011/11/08 17:37:35
hak073
The old '97 Laser clocked up its 400,000th km last week.
I guess this is both happy and sad. Happy that she's hit 400k and is still going strong, and sad that it can't be long till it might need a new heart. Its just been the most awesome car though.


2011/11/22 14:32:32
KIZZA
My cosworth loom has arrived from UK. Brand spankers custom made and better then a factory loom! Also, picked up my new race motor for my other car during the week. 6.6litre (406 cubes) Chev on methanol! 660HP! Cant wait to go racing.
2011/11/22 21:38:19
Escortpower
Covering nearly 200km in total today in the Escort with my ever so lovely co-driver Fordsy. 
 
We did nearly 2 laps of the Dandenong Ranges in a clockwise and anti clockwise direction taking in all the sights. Almost perfect weather but the icing on the cake was a trip to the pub for tea. Nothing like a parma & chips at the end of a hard days work. 
2012/01/10 01:24:40
Matt75
I had a guy out to quote me on getting the rust cut out of the firewall and a few other spots fixed up.
 
Was prepared for a massive figure but was shocked to find out it'll only be $650.00. 
 
I have been putting this off for about 6 months so I'm annoyed I didn't pull out my finger earlier.
 
Car booked in on the 20th Jan if I can get the bloody thing running!!
 
Cheers,
 
Matt
2012/01/10 10:33:21
ossie cossie
TXT message at 11.05pm last night, from my brother-in-law in the UK.   TNT courier called to the house and picked up 10 box,s and 1 case of Cosworth bits, Upgrades on there way for COSSY, so the long journey to Perth has started.  Been collecting parts since early  2009. I Cant wait.   :)    
2012/01/14 14:26:37

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