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    Offline Cdnchallenger

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    Putting the car away for the long run.
    « on: March 26, 2012 - 10:23:52 AM »
    Well after another long "discussion" with my wife over my spending habits I have decided I will not be able to get my car finished and on the road. So close and yet so far. I am going to store it for a couple of years at least and then attempt to carry on with it.

    I want to thank almost everyone on this forum for their encouragement and advice and a special thankyou to those who have donated parts. I love the hobby so this website will continue to be one of my favorites.

    And one final word of advice: If at all possible never buy a car without seeing it in person.   :pullinghair:

    Thanks.

    Steve   :sadwavey:
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    Offline Slotts

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    Re: Putting the car away for the long run.
    « Reply #1 on: March 26, 2012 - 10:45:30 AM »
    Hey Steve,

    Life can get in the way sometimes. Look on the bright side. You didn't have to put a "For Sale" sign on it.  ;)

    Slotts
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    Offline 67vertman

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    Re: Putting the car away for the long run.
    « Reply #2 on: March 26, 2012 - 11:03:35 AM »
    There is nothing wrong with delaying the project for a while.  Hopefully you can store it a your house and not have to pay to store it, which will make it a lot easier and cheaper.  Plus, if you do get some extra cash, it is close by.  You can always pick a small project every few months and work on that so you feel like you are still moving forward with you project.

    Sorry you have to dely your dream.........just be happy that you don't have to sell it.
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    Offline CUDA JAS

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    Re: Putting the car away for the long run.
    « Reply #3 on: March 26, 2012 - 12:37:14 PM »
    well that sucks, but better then selling it.

    I have not been following all your posts, only the early ones.  Really sucks that it turned out so bad!

    All the best!

    Jason
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    Offline cudabeforeIdie

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    Re: Putting the car away for the long run.
    « Reply #4 on: March 26, 2012 - 10:02:08 PM »
    Respectfully recommend a new wife with a passion for Mopar......    :clapping:    :burnout:

    Just 'sell' the car to a trusted friend for a $1 before you call the lawyer.   :2thumbs:


    Laurie!
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    Offline LAA66

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    Re: Putting the car away for the long run.
    « Reply #5 on: March 26, 2012 - 10:23:50 PM »
     It's not a big deal to park it for a while. Mine sat 10 years as the rest of the world took priority. Still have her though, which is more than I can say for my first wife.  :clapping:   
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    Offline Challenger III

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    Putting the car away for the long run.
    « Reply #6 on: March 27, 2012 - 01:06:24 AM »
    Hi Steve! I'm glad you are going to hang on to your Challenger. I'm also glad you will hang around here still. Let us know any progress you may make on your car from time to time.     Mike.
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    Mike    Yakima, Washington

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    Offline TinCuda

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    Re: Putting the car away for the long run.
    « Reply #7 on: March 27, 2012 - 05:40:13 AM »
    Quote from: LAA66 on March 26, 2012 - 10:23:50 PM
    It's not a big deal to park it for a while. Mine sat 10 years as the rest of the world took priority. Still have her though, which is more than I can say for my first wife.  :clapping:

    LOL, sorry to say it but my car set in storage for over 20 years waiting to come back to life. There are three x-wives that could not see it in the budget.  I am now married to my forth wife and I am driving my car again.  Not only that, but it is in the best shape it has ever been in.  God bless her.

    But listen, you have to do what you have to do.  Good luck to you.


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    Offline Super Blue 72

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    Re: Putting the car away for the long run.
    « Reply #8 on: March 27, 2012 - 08:55:10 AM »
    Quote from: Slotts on March 26, 2012 - 10:45:30 AM
    Hey Steve,

    Life can get in the way sometimes. Look on the bright side. You didn't have to put a "For Sale" sign on it.  ;)

    Slotts

     :iagree:  Do what you have to do, but at least you still have the Challenger.  :grinyes:  I had a to sell a car before because of "life getting in the way", but it was for the better.  Take a look at it every so often, do some small things that don't cost a lot to keep the flame going.
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    Offline RusTy/SE

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    Re: Putting the car away for the long run.
    « Reply #9 on: March 27, 2012 - 11:15:20 PM »
    I can only guess at the emotional roller coaster you guys have been on but you're taking the right step.  :2thumbs: :2cents:



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    Offline challengermaniac

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    Re: Putting the car away for the long run.
    « Reply #10 on: March 28, 2012 - 12:28:12 AM »
    Wife & family first buddy.  You got it right.
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