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12-20-2016 02:18 PM #1
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Newbie from Los Angeles, CA
Hello, everyone! Newbie from California here. I don't own a hot rod but after hitting up some car shows, I'm definitely getting more curious about the hobby and figured joining a forum could steer me in the right direction in finding a model that would work for me. Glad to be here and looking forward to learning a lot!
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12-20-2016 02:48 PM #2
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Welcome Aboard UltraOnyx. Nice to see you here, what kind of vehicle captures your interest? something from the 30's, 40's?
Or maybe something "newer" like a 50's or 60's car? Hot Rods, Muscle Cars? Kustoms, Classics?
As long as you don't say a "Tuner" car with a Fart Can muffler!!
You'll get along with us!
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12-20-2016 04:44 PM #3
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Welcome from Iowa!Ryan
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12-20-2016 07:53 PM #4
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Welcome to CHR from downunder.
There are some very knowledgeable people on here who are very obliging and quite happy to share their knowledge.
All you've got to do is ask.johnboy
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12-21-2016 08:17 AM #5
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LOL! I'm pretty open but I've always like the American muscle cars of the '60s. I'm hoping to narrow down my scope with the help of this forum! Thanks for the welcome!
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12-21-2016 11:28 AM #6
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a piece of advice .. buy what you want already finished ..iv`e used up all my sick days at work .. can i call in dead ?
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12-22-2016 08:35 AM #7
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Yeah? Is that because of the time/money that can go into any sort of restoration project?
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12-22-2016 11:10 AM #8
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in my opinion you can buy a car for 30 grand that will cost you 45 or 50 grand to build ..but if you have the talent and desire to build something then most certainly go for it .. i`m just speaking as a too old of fellow to start a new build ..i will not go thru my stang again ,, if and when i can i will buy something nice and done ...iv`e used up all my sick days at work .. can i call in dead ?
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12-23-2016 08:18 AM #9
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Yeah, I've been looking into cars that are already built too. In some cases, I've found decent pre-built cars that are more affordable than similar models that still require building. It's not the rule but it's weird when you find something like that! I hope you get the car you're looking for!
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12-23-2016 01:20 PM #10
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Welcome to CHR. I have been building mine (some 20 or so) for the last 50 years I really enjoy the challange. I'm 71 and just started another one. ENJOYCharlie
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12-27-2016 08:00 AM #11
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Thanks! What model are you working on now?
Originally Posted by cffisher
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12-27-2016 09:16 AM #12
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Hey Ultra, welcome to CHR! I'm a fellow Angelino...well, in Santa Monica, to be more specific. I have a '37 Ford which has turned into a long-term project
and a '66 Ford F100 pickup, which is my daily driver. I have extended threads for both vehicles on here and have received tons help, advice, instruction, etc from the great folks here!
I suppose the type of project you get would depend on the skill set and tools you bring to the table. If you get in too far over your head, you'll probably get frustrated and might not finish. Many times you can find a project that has some of the hard stuff already done but the owner's circumstances changed and he'll sell for cheap.
Whatever you decide, you'll find some good support here.
Keep us posted!
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12-28-2016 08:09 AM #13
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Thanks! Looking forward to checking out your threads when I go on lunch break today! Yeah, right now I don't know much so I can see being overwhelmed with a full restoration. That being said, can car clubs help out with that sort of thing if you've got a hot rod and join up? I guess I'm curious who I could actually learn from and it seems like the colleges aren't really focused on old cars. Originally Posted by randyr
Hey Ultra, welcome to CHR! I'm a fellow Angelino...well, in Santa Monica, to be more specific. I have a '37 Ford which has turned into a long-term project and a '66 Ford F100 pickup, which is my daily driver. I have extended threads for both vehicles on here and have received tons help, advice, instruction, etc from the great folks here!
I suppose the type of project you get would depend on the skill set and tools you bring to the table. If you get in too far over your head, you'll probably get frustrated and might not finish. Many times you can find a project that has some of the hard stuff already done but the owner's circumstances changed and he'll sell for cheap.
Whatever you decide, you'll find some good support here.
Keep us posted!
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12-29-2016 07:44 AM #14
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Here you go, make some phone calls....
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12-29-2016 08:11 AM #15
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Thanks so much! Digging into the list this weekend - much appreciated!
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