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    Offline jimynick

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    Re: BUILD PARTY - 6/13 through 6/15
    « Reply #75 on: June 15, 2014 - 10:57:14 PM »
    Boy, that was an emotional roller coaster! After we'd done some parts assessment/finding on Friday night, we had a late supper and were optimistic about Saturday, when about nearly midnight, Brad turned to me from his phone and said "Andy just passed away". Stupefaction and dismay were next. The next day, as per the photos, we dragged the old gal out of the garage and the slog began. Cathy was fantastic and we all got stoked to do this for both her and Andy. The hardest part was getting the Cuda off that damn rotisserie and it took about 6 guys, 4 hours to do it, 2" at a time. Parts were a problem and there were many trips to O'Reillys and some of the necessary pieces were just plain unavailable until Monday, so we got to the 2 yard line of getting it on it's own wheels by the end of Saturday @ about 8pm. Andy's whole family and his buddy Damon turned out and Amir went the extra distance to try to help us get wheels on it. It was a team effort and a great turnout and it was nice to put some faces to the names, even under the circumstances. The car should be nice when it's done and I'm sure Andy is cheering that on. It was a pleasure to try to help you matey and we all wished we'd've been able to carry you out to sit in it. Go with God Andy; we'll miss you. Ian   :angelwings:
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    Re: BUILD PARTY - 6/13 through 6/15
    « Reply #76 on: June 15, 2014 - 11:19:19 PM »
    I'm speechless, what a great effort and tribute.  :worshippy



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    Offline Topcat

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    Re: BUILD PARTY - 6/13 through 6/15
    « Reply #77 on: June 15, 2014 - 11:30:28 PM »
    Now that is friggin cool!

    Don't forget to get Cathy, Amir, and their dog to sign it. (Paw Print)   :grinyes:
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    Offline whitewatersky

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    Re: BUILD PARTY - 6/13 through 6/15
    « Reply #78 on: June 16, 2014 - 08:09:53 AM »
    Nice job fellas!


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    Re: BUILD PARTY - 6/13 through 6/15
    « Reply #79 on: June 16, 2014 - 08:59:57 AM »
    that`s beauty right there   :2cents:


    may be too soon, but now what?  another build party to finish it ? or will Cathy take care of it in the future?  Are more funds needed to get it done? Would be kinda cool to have it on display @ Carlisle
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    Re: BUILD PARTY - 6/13 through 6/15
    « Reply #80 on: June 16, 2014 - 09:11:54 AM »
    I believe Cathy is committed to having it at Carlisle even if it's not finished. Doug, their son, said he hoped it was driveable and they could trailer it most of the way and drive it the last bit.
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    Re: BUILD PARTY - 6/13 through 6/15
    « Reply #81 on: June 16, 2014 - 09:36:54 AM »
    Quote from: dutch on June 16, 2014 - 08:59:57 AM
    that`s beauty right there   :2cents:


    may be too soon, but now what?  another build party to finish it ? or will Cathy take care of it in the future?  Are more funds needed to get it done? Would be kinda cool to have it on display @ Carlisle

    Doug (their son) and Dan Zimmerman are working on a final parts list.  I suspect that there won't be a lot of really big items, though a distributor and exhaust are still on the list.  I think it'll come down to a lot of little details - things like speedometer cable, various linkages, hoses, etc.

    Dan suggested that they'd get the rest of the parts collected in the next few weeks, then try to organize a final build party to finish the car.
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    Re: BUILD PARTY - 6/13 through 6/15
    « Reply #82 on: June 16, 2014 - 09:56:45 AM »
    Amazing job guys!! 
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    Re: BUILD PARTY - 6/13 through 6/15
    « Reply #83 on: June 16, 2014 - 11:22:07 AM »
    Quote from: dfrazz on June 16, 2014 - 09:56:45 AM
    Amazing job guys!!

     :iagree: YOU GUYS ROCK...................  :thumbsup:  :thumbsup:
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    Re: BUILD PARTY - 6/13 through 6/15
    « Reply #84 on: June 16, 2014 - 11:30:15 AM »
    Speechless.

    Truly a great group of guys, not just the ones that showed up but everyone who ponied up the parts too.

    Andy is cretainly smiling right now.
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    Re: BUILD PARTY - 6/13 through 6/15
    « Reply #85 on: June 16, 2014 - 12:10:30 PM »
    Amazing what you all have done for Andy and his family.
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    Re: BUILD PARTY - 6/13 through 6/15
    « Reply #86 on: June 16, 2014 - 01:34:06 PM »
    Here are some shots I took over the weekend.
    I can say that this was bittersweet. I know Andy was probably cringing, laughing, smiling, and crying from up above.
    This was an incredible event.
    Fate has a way of directing you to your ultimate goals.

    "When I was on the phone last Monday with Andy, he said, Hell or high water, I'll have that motor done by Friday."
    The 440 motor he had started to build was taken over by the machine shop. The machine shop threw in a ton of parts and labor to make it happen, as Andy was not healthy enough to get it done himself. They also measured for the pushrods, and ordered them for today's delivery.
    Sadly, Andy passed away shortly after receiving the motor.
    Amongst Andy's parts and pieces, I found his Fender Tag. Ironically, It was built on 6/12/72. What are the odds of being that close?
    Many thanks to all whom have come out, or dug into their stockpiles of spare cash, or parts stash. Without you this would not have happened. We are still a ways from completion, but we are a heck of a lot closer!
    Special thanks to ViperMan, BIGS, Blown motor, MoparDave, JimiNick, 4Cruizin, Dammon, Cathy, Amir, Doug, Greg, and Megan for making this event possible.







































































    More photos to come!!

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    Re: BUILD PARTY - 6/13 through 6/15
    « Reply #87 on: June 16, 2014 - 01:36:27 PM »
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    Re: BUILD PARTY - 6/13 through 6/15
    « Reply #88 on: June 16, 2014 - 02:43:27 PM »
    It was a bittersweet weekend for sure. Cathy I just wanted to say thanks for all you did and allowing us to share in an intimate personal family moment. It was awkward for about 30 seconds. As I was not sure if we should have come and when we got there if we should have gone to given you and the family some space. I'm in awe of your grace and character. Doug you are a chip off the "old block" and I'm proud to call you a new found friend! I lost a good friend and gained another!
      When I first got there and went to see Andy my heart sank as I knew time was short. I too have had a few family members pass from cancer been there, done that burned the t-shirt!
     I'm not sure if Andy was awake to hear what I told him, but thanks for allowing me the opportunity to say a few things to him.
    For the members that could not be there I just wanted to say what an emotional feeling to go downstairs were Andy was storing most of his parts and see all the boxes some small ,some large with various members names on them from shipping Andy's parts that you donated. I should have taken a picture of that. Andy's car is beautiful and all but somehow that image was more beautiful to me! It made me very proud to be a member of this group.  Although I've said this before it's worth repeating.... yes our cars are great and all, but it's the friendships I've gained because of the car that I value the most!
    It was also great to meet face to face members I haven't met before.  Ian (Jimmynick )sure is a work horse! and Dan too!  Like picture this were/how else could you share a motel room with people you just met off the internet and still sleep soundly!  :lol:
    Cathy and family I'm sure the days ahead will bring tears and be difficult but know that we are here for you in anyway we can, you all are "family"! :sadwavey:

    Ian don't feel slighted about signing the seat divider we didn't think of it till Sunday around noon.
    That was the quickest engine install ever! I do them from  time to time on stock cars but wow it was literally maybe 10 minutes! Dan brought over an engine stand and I welded up a makeshift k-frame dolly out of it. A couple of us lifted up the front end of the car , slid in the motor assembly and boom tightened 4 bolts and it was done! Taking it down off the rotisserie safely .... now that was a painful process!  :grinyes:
     
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    Re: BUILD PARTY - 6/13 through 6/15
    « Reply #89 on: June 16, 2014 - 07:25:43 PM »
    You guys did great this weekend. I haven't been on here much and was shocked when I saw this today. I didn't know Andy well but I luckily had the pleasure of meeting him and his wife at Carlisle last year. I'd love to see this car get finished soon and would love to contribute some parts once a final list is compiled.
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