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QB93Z
03-05-2014, 03:42 PM
There will be a WMD on Saturday, 15 March 2014 at the garage behind my house at 195 W Main St, Westminster, MD. We will start about 9:00 AM.

Everyone is invited. Come when you can and stay as long as you like.

Let me know what you would like to work on.

If you need directions or other info, contact me at jim@gizmosart.com or 443-244-1347.

Jim

ZR-1nce removed
03-05-2014, 05:23 PM
I'm in, I don't even care what we are working on it'll be great to see everybody!!!

Scrrem
03-05-2014, 06:44 PM
This is right on time Jim, got serious cabin fever down here in VA!! I've got all my motor parts out for machining, so not even motor work right now for me. I don't have any car tasks but I'll be there to see my brothers and lend a hand :handshak:.
Rich

nelson007
03-05-2014, 09:42 PM
I wish i could make it,but will be at Spring Mountain, Nevada for 4 days learning how to drive my 2012 ZR1, got a free school.
See you when i get back,
Nelson

secondchance
03-05-2014, 11:17 PM
Talked to Frank today. Most likely I will be having my Z (minus the motor) flat bedded to Jim's on the 15th. You guys up to pushing it into Jim's garage for temporary storage? We will have to work out the logistics - park mine while work is being done on other Zs then maneuver mine onto the ramp.

ZR-1nce removed
03-06-2014, 09:13 AM
Talked to Frank today. Most likely I will be having my Z (minus the motor) flat bedded to Jim's on the 15th. You guys up to pushing it into Jim's garage for temporary storage? We will have to work out the logistics - park mine while work is being done on other Zs then maneuver mine onto the ramp.

No problem pal, we will get your Z anywhere it needs to go (that is unless I can get Nelson to take me with him, if so you're on your own....) looking forward to seeing everyone.

nelson007
03-06-2014, 09:50 PM
Your welcome to come. I'm taking my son with me. He will not be allowed to drive a ZR1 but they said he would drive a Z06.
Let me inow,
Nelson007

secondchance
03-06-2014, 10:02 PM
I don't think so, Nelson. Darin has just been promoted from tranny jack to tow truck.

Shrek
03-07-2014, 08:08 AM
That figures!

I'm headed north in the morning to pick up the wheels I bought!

nelson007
03-07-2014, 12:16 PM
The two legged tow truck.
nelson

I don't think so, Nelson. Darin has just been promoted from tranny jack to tow truck.

QB93Z
03-09-2014, 11:57 PM
I just got back from the Maryland Home and Garden Show in Timonium. I had the great fortune to meet a new WAZOO member. Bob lives north of Baltimore and owns a Ruby Red 1993 ZR-1, plus other Corvettes and other collectible cars and trucks.

Bob said he will be attending the WMD on the 15th of March.

I hope everyone will come out and welcome him.

Jim

nelson007
03-10-2014, 12:46 AM
Maybe next time.


I don't think so, Nelson. Darin has just been promoted from tranny jack to tow truck.

QB93Z
03-10-2014, 03:07 PM
SCHEDULE ADDITION FOR WMD:

Following the WMD work session, please join us at the Green Turtle in Westminster for a WAZOO Hail and Farewell. We will welcome Bob to the group and bid a sad farewell to Bert who is moving to Colorado this spring.

http://thegreeneturtle.com/location/Westminster

I am not sure of the exact time until we see how the work goes, but whatever time it is, we will have a good time.

Jim

gunman0
03-10-2014, 08:50 PM
Wish I could make it for the farewell, but I've been stuck down here enjoying Summer in South America until April.

Scrrem
03-14-2014, 11:00 AM
I may bring my A/C gauages and my last can of R12 and if we have time, see if I can jump my compressor switch and add some feon, see if I can get my A/C working again.
Rich

QB93Z
03-14-2014, 11:12 AM
Good deal Rich, That is something I would like to learn how to do. Jim

nelson007
03-14-2014, 11:40 PM
Hey Rich,
I have a couple 20 lbs or gal not sure how they call it. I had them for my bus. I will be leavig tomorow morning for Spring Mountain but my wifes home if you need some,just let me know and i'll give her a call.
Nelson


I may bring my A/C gauages and my last can of R12


and if we have time, see if I can jump my compressor switch and add some feon, see if I can get my A/C working again.
Rich

Scrrem
03-15-2014, 07:21 AM
Hey Rich,
I have a couple 20 lbs or gal not sure how they call it. I had them for my bus. I will be leavig tomorow morning for Spring Mountain but my wifes home if you need some,just let me know and i'll give her a call.
Nelson

Nelson, YES! I do need it. Went to get mine out last night and found the can was empty. I'll PM you my #.
Rich

QB93Z
03-16-2014, 02:45 PM
The WMD was a great success. We replaced the starter in Ed's ZR-1, replaced the fuel filter on two cars, installed a set of C-beam plates, replaced a rear hatch gasket and completed some other minor repairs and improvements. It was nice to meet Bob for the first time.

We adjourned to a local watering hole after the maintenance to say a proper good bye to Bert who is moving to Colorado. I think we talked him into shipping the family car and driving the ZR-1 across country.

Below are: (l to r) Yun, Darrin, Bert, Ed, Rich, David, Charlie, Bob, Jim. In the foreground is Charlie's beautiful Red 1992 ZR-1:

http://i407.photobucket.com/albums/pp152/QB93Z/2014%20March%2015%20WMD/DSC_0886.jpg (http://s407.photobucket.com/user/QB93Z/media/2014%20March%2015%20WMD/DSC_0886.jpg.html)

nelson007
03-16-2014, 08:53 PM
Missed a good one. Did Rich get is AC done?
Sitting out here at Spring Mountain 83f watching these Radical cars race.
Have a good one .

Nelson007



The WMD was a great success. We replaced the starter in Ed's ZR-1, replaced the fuel filter on two cars, installed a set of C-I beam plates, replaced a rear hatch gasket and completed some other minor repairs and improvements. It was nice to meet Bob for the first time.

We adjourned to a local watering hole after the maintenance to say a proper good bye to Bert who is moving to Colorado. I think we talked him into shipping the family car and driving the ZR-1 across country.

Below are: (l to r) Yun, Darrin, Bert, Ed, Rich, David, Charlie, Bob, Jim. In the foreground is Charlie's beautiful Red 1992 ZR-1:

http://i407.photobucket.com/albums/pp152/QB93Z/2014%20March%2015%20WMD/DSC_0886.jpg (http://s407.photobucket.com/user/QB93Z/media/2014%20March%2015%20WMD/DSC_0886.jpg.html)

secondchance
03-16-2014, 09:28 PM
I volunteered to find a part for Ed but seems we both forgot which one. Anyone remember?

Thanks for hosting Jim! And for storing!

QB93Z
03-16-2014, 09:50 PM
Yun, if you and Ed both can't remember, then it doesn't matter. Just find any part and exclaim: "I found it!"

Thanks go to Darrin and Rich for all the wrenching.

Nelson, It sounds like you are going to have a good time. Let us know how it goes.

Jim

secondchance
03-16-2014, 10:00 PM
Yun, if you and Ed both can't remember, then it doesn't matter. Just find any part and exclaim: "I found it!"
Jim

Yes! Non-dexcool GM coolant!

nelson007
03-16-2014, 10:08 PM
Sure will.
Checked the area to see if they have a Hospital,only found a Urgent Care location, but they do have a Mercy Care Helicopter.
Have a good one
Nelson

http://s1060.photobucket.com/user/nslinkman/media/image_zps634d84d0.jpg.html?sort=3&o=3

http://s1060.photobucket.com/user/nslinkman/media/image_zps453845a0.jpg.html?sort=3&o=5

Yun, if you and Ed both can't remember, then it doesn't matter. Just find any part and exclaim: "I found it!"

Thanks go to Darrin and Rich for all the wrenching.

Nelson, It sounds like you are going to have a good time. Let us know how it goes.

Jim

SteelBlueZR1
03-17-2014, 02:59 AM
Thank you WAZOO and especially Jim for hosting such a fun maintenance day. I really enjoyed the going away party and appreciate everyone's kind wishes and help getting my Z ready for the trip out to Evergreeen, Co on April 1st. Jim, thank you for the use of the lift, it was fun turning wrenches, but not so much fun futzing with the fuel filter.
I noticed a difference in hard full power shifts with the C-plates, as now the tail doesn't step out when the tires spin when going straight.
I am now convinced to drive west vs. shipping my Z. Jim you inspired me with all your cross continent jaunts.
I will miss all of you and the WAZOO camraderie. Please email me at: bertrankin@gmail.com when you are coming out to the Denver Area, and you will be our guests up in the mountains, just west of Denver. Jim has my cell number also...
Jim, I hope you will consider changing your trip route to stop in Evergreen, Co.
Oh, btw I GOT PULLED OVER1 MILE FROM MY HOUSE GOING 5 MPH UNDER THE SPEED POSTED :-/ ... Officer said I was driving too close to the white line - No, I am not kidding. That is the 11th time pulled over in Reisterstown in 3 years... Still, no tickets have stuck. No ZR-1's should ever come to Reisterstown unless they want to be harassed by the bored cops. That is it... I am outta here - Bye.

QB93Z
03-17-2014, 09:01 AM
Bert, you are welcome. We will miss you. Jim

Jagdpanzer
03-17-2014, 10:08 AM
Gods speed and have a safe trip Bert.
Sorry I couldn't join you guys on Saturday.
I have fond memories of Evergreen, Co
A high school buddy's family had a nice cabin there we used on several occasions.

SteelBlueZR1
03-17-2014, 01:20 PM
Sorry I missed saying goodbye to you Phil. Thanks for the kind wishes, and Yes.... Evergreen is absolutely gorgeous. We are very excited.

Scrrem
03-17-2014, 02:38 PM
Nelson,
No, going to work with George another day to do the A/C.
Rich

dredgeguy
03-17-2014, 07:15 PM
Safe travels Bert and best of luck to your other half.
Keep in touch.

USAZR1
03-17-2014, 07:52 PM
Welcome to the Southwest region,Bert. :fahne:

Hawks
03-20-2014, 02:03 PM
Thanks Jim and all who assisted in fixing my car!

Can't wait for the next get together

Ed

Scrrem
03-20-2014, 02:07 PM
Thanks Jim and all who assisted in fixing my car!

Can't wait for the next get together

Ed

Ed,
It was a please, hope the new starter fixed your issue. Until the next event!!
Cheers
Rich

nelson007
03-21-2014, 09:25 PM
Hello Bert,
Have a safe move. You will like it out there with your Vette. When my kids were young we lived in Estes Park in the summer, had horses not cars.
Keep in touch.
Nelson


Thank you WAZOO and especially Jim for hosting such a fun maintenance day. I really enjoyed the going away party and appreciate everyone's kind wishes and help getting my Z ready for the trip out to Evergreeen, Co on April 1st. Jim, thank you for the use of the lift, it was fun turning wrenches, but not so much fun futzing with the fuel filter.
I noticed a difference in hard full power shifts with the C-plates, as now the tail doesn't step out when the tires spin when going straight.
I am now convinced to drive west vs. shipping my Z. Jim you inspired me with all your cross continent jaunts.
I will miss all of you and the WAZOO camraderie. Please email me at: bertrankin@gmail.com when you are coming out to the Denver Area, and you will be our guests up in the mountains, just west of Denver. Jim has my cell number also...
Jim, I hope you will consider changing your trip route to stop in Evergreen, Co.
Oh, btw I GOT PULLED OVER1 MILE FROM MY HOUSE GOING 5 MPH UNDER THE SPEED POSTED :-/ ... Officer said I was driving too close to the white line - No, I am not kidding. That is the 11th time pulled over in Reisterstown in 3 years... Still, no tickets have stuck. No ZR-1's should ever come to Reisterstown unless they want to be harassed by the bored cops. That is it... I am outta here - Bye.

QB93Z
03-22-2014, 10:08 AM
Nelson,

Can you come to my garage on Thursday so we can replace your u-joints? We can have a mid-week, mini WMD. I've got someone else coming to work on a Z that day as well.

Jim

nelson007
03-22-2014, 10:35 PM
Hi Jim,
That will work for me, i have a conference call at 9am would around 10 am work for you?
Thanks,
Nelson

QB93Z
03-23-2014, 08:37 AM
Hi Jim,
That will work for me, i have a conference call at 9am would around 10 am work for you?
Thanks,
Nelson

10 AM will be fine Nelson.

Jim

nelson007
03-23-2014, 10:59 AM
See you than