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  1. Gus Strakes

    Autoweek article - Landmark cars in the past 50 years - Viper ignored

    Somebody at Autoweek had got their head up their "you know what" if they ignore the Viper's historic FIA racing record in the '90's, including the Oreca GTS car that won the 1999 Daytona 24 Hour outright beating all the prototypes. Here’s the list: VW Beetle (’38 – ’03) BMW 507 (’56 thru ’59)...
  2. Gus Strakes

    Autoweek article - Landmark cars in the past 50 years - Viper ignored

    I just went through my latest Autoweek - 50th anniversary issue, a lot of great reading. However, their article on 55 Landmark cars in the past 50 years disappointed me because they didn't include, or even give an honorable mention to the Viper. The list includes the Shelby 427 Cobra, Hemi...
  3. Gus Strakes

    Vipers at Carlisle - pics

    I've posted some pics of the field at Carlisle here: http://forums.viperclub.org/vca-viper-events-gatherings/614812-vipers-carlisle-pa-fairgrounds-july-12-2008-a.html
  4. Gus Strakes

    Vipers at Carlisle (PA) Fairgrounds- July 12, 2008

    Denny & Ginger, Thanks, as always for the great hospitality! Sorry I couldn't stay longer, but the "surprise" went well. Here are some pics: Getting ready to leave for Carlisle: Field shots: Hi Res here: http://gallery.viperclub.org/data/500/IMG_10401.JPG...
  5. Gus Strakes

    Where to hook onto for trailer strapping?

    There are four oval holes in the frame rails near each tire (two front, and two rear). You will need to use "R" hooks (some use "J" hooks, but "R" is correct) to insert into the holes, and then ratchet strap the car down to the D rings on your trailer. I strap straight from the rings to the...
  6. Gus Strakes

    Why Can't I sell this Car???

    I think things are just slow. I had my '01 RT/10 (sapphire, cognac, 4500 miles) for sale on this sight for a year, and on AutoTrader since October, and it just sold last month. My asking price was on the high end, and I think I sold it for a fair price to me and the buyer, but it took a long...
  7. Gus Strakes

    VA/MD/DE Crab Feast Cruise – Saturday June 14th – neigboring regions welcomed!

    In 1999 when I first thought of doing a crab feast cruise, I ran it by our then president, Mike Warner, and he encouraged me to do it. In that year, if I remember correctly we had about 20 cars, and 45 guests. My wife and I are delighted that it has become such an attraction. I'm grateful for...
  8. Gus Strakes

    Garage project done (almost) - Pics inside.

    I talked with the guys at Greg Smith's about whether to raise the lift and put tiles underneath, or cut the tiles to the lift, they recommended cutting to the lift. Since I'm inexperienced with the process, I just took their advice. As far as position of the pump, I put it there because I have...
  9. Gus Strakes

    VA/MD/DE Crab Feast Cruise – Saturday June 14th – neigboring regions welcomed!

    Tickets along with the itinerary went out in this morning's mail to all participants. The itinerary will have all the meeting places, and times, but if you have any questions, feel free to call me-- cell phone is best. You should have it in the mail by Thursday at the latest. Call me if you do...
  10. Gus Strakes

    Crab Feast Cruise reservation forms have been mailed.

    Your tickets along with the itinerary went out in this morning's mail. The itinerary will have all the meeting places, and times, but if you have any questions, feel free to call me-- cell phone is best. You should have it in the mail by Thursday at the latest. Call me if you do not have it by...
  11. Gus Strakes

    What is the deal with this rt/10? Please give youre input.

    I agree, my '01 RT/10 (just sold) had Cognac interior, and did the exact same thing every time I got out of it (even when my a$$ wasn't sweaty). The next day, the wrinkles were gone and the seats were back to normal. The car's paint may have been neglected, but that's easily corrected. If...
  12. Gus Strakes

    VA/MD/DE Crab Feast Cruise – Saturday June 14th – neigboring regions welcomed!

    Kevin, Be at my house between 11:30am, and noon. We will leave shortly after that.
  13. Gus Strakes

    Garage project done (almost) - Pics inside.

    Now I see what you are saying, and you are right, but when I sketched it out, I wanted each bay (separated by the red tile) to start with a different black/white sequence, so I guess you can say I wanted that look.
  14. Gus Strakes

    Garage project done (almost) - Pics inside.

    They are flexible, and will bend, but seem very strong. I used a commercial grade razor knife to make my tile cuts to go around the lift, garage rails, steps, and where my walls bump out to accomodate a fireplace. Walking on them is like walking on a thin gym mat, no clicking, or chatter. The...
  15. Gus Strakes

    Garage project done (almost) - Pics inside.

    I'm real happy with my Direct Lift. I bought it from Greg Smith Equipment (same place where I bought the BigFoot Tile) about 3 1/2 years ago, and have had no problems with it. I had professionals install it, and I do remember them saying that they felt it was a quality lift. The customer...
  16. Gus Strakes

    New Guy

    I think 34K for that car is a good deal, you did well -- congrats, and enjoy!
  17. Gus Strakes

    Garage project done (almost) - Pics inside.

    I guess it's the camera angle, because when looking at it, the lines do match up, at least close enough for a garage project. And yes you can pull them up, so if I have to replace or adjust one or more, it's easy to do.
  18. Gus Strakes

    Garage project done (almost) - Pics inside.

    :):) I've got just a few more tiles to lay, and hang a couple of pictures, and I've finally got my garage the way I want it. After a lot searching, and researching, I decided to go with a rubber tile called BigFoot. It interconnects like the polypropolene tile, but it's more flexible, and no...
  19. Gus Strakes

    Vipers at Carlisle (PA) Fairgrounds- July 12, 2008

    I just registered (on line) today. Bringing both of mine -- Can't wait!
  20. Gus Strakes

    VA/MD/DE Crab Feast Cruise – Saturday June 14th – neigboring regions welcomed!

    For all those planning on attending, please remember to get your reservation forms to me as soon as possible -- time is running out! Response has been good so far, and thanks to all who have replied early, it makes my job of putting this together a lot easier.
  21. Gus Strakes

    Crab Feast Cruise reservation forms have been mailed.

    VA/MD/DE members - Be on the look out for your reservation form for the Crab Feast Saturday June 14th. All were mailed yesterday (Monday 5/12). If you have renewed recently, you may have not been on my mailing list, so use the on line version at...
  22. Gus Strakes

    who should i use to ship the viper im buying from Cali to NY?

    Gary Almond - Almond Exotic Exports. Do a search here, plenty of info on him. He's the best, and you may have to wait a little depending on his schedule, but worth the wait.
  23. Gus Strakes

    VA/MD/DE Crab Feast Cruise – Saturday June 14th – neigboring regions welcomed!

    :usa::usa::usa: The 10th annual Crab Feast Cruise for the VA/MD/DE region will be on Saturday June 14th. Reservation forms have been mailed to all VA/MD/DE VCA members. This year there will be a free VCA baseball cap given to all members who participate. VCA members should get their...
  24. Gus Strakes

    Woodhouse delivers AGAIN!!!!!

    Hey Rob - You are making your Viper even more amazing than it already was! Looks fantastic, and can't wait to see it.
  25. Gus Strakes

    Celebrity (Famous) Viper Owners

    Jay Leno Reba (used to be, don't know if she still is) Kelsey Grammer (totaled his) I know there's more, I just need to think about it.

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