Really wanted to be a super villain.

Up sharks with....yup.

A villain is an evil fictional character, whether based on a historical narrative or one of literary fiction. Random House Unabridged Dictionary defines him or her as "a cruelly malicious person who is involved in or devoted to wickedness or crime; scoundrel; or a character in a play, novel, or the like, who constitutes an important evil agency in the plot". Its structural purpose is to serve as the opposition of the hero character and their motives or evil actions drive a plot along. In contrast to the hero, who is defined by their feats of ingenuity and bravery and their pursuit of justice and the greater good, a villain is often defined by their acts of cruelty, cunning and displays immoral behavior that can oppose or perverse justice. The antonym of a villain is a hero.

 

 

I swear we all got KFC-ed.

Like in other words....Our heads are all cut off and we are running in circles.

New kid just asked if he could stay in the parts dept.

It's like 80 in the shop.    It's about 65 in here.    Almost chilly.

A Jimmy is nothing like a Jeep Wrangler.

http://www.msn.com/en-us/autos/autos-suvs/the-2022-gmc-jimmy-could-be-gms-answer-to-the-jeep-wrangler/ar-AADe9n2?ocid=ientp







There is just no way this this unit above replaces the  Jeep Wrangler if you want one.    Now sure it could give one a riun for it's money.

People in the dealership who do not know the proper names of a part!

I want to scream!    Salesman gave me a get ready.   It said two sets of flaps.    A tail gate cover.    Well as it is....

The cover was the tailgate's spoiler on the top.   Almost the same thing.    Luck has it....I have it.   Bad part....Now I have another useless part.

2016 Buick Regal....be careful.

I just spent two days looking up pads for the car,   calling,   and mostly getting parts that did not fit.    GM's sometimes have issues with early VS late product runs.     This car (I found out) was built early in the year.    So the pads in the front were longer.    The rotors were very special.    Back of it....Went like a charm the first time.    Front.....OMG!


I had to go way out of our area to a small store to find the right pads.     But in a few....The darn thing will be back on the road.

This is a super Jeep!

http://www.msn.com/en-us/autos/enthusiasts/hellcat-powered-jeep-wrangler-rubicon-6x6-pickup-exists-because-it-can/ar-AAD7wbF?ocid=ientp






Nicknamed "Inferno," this Hellcat-powered 6x6-a veteran of the 2018 SEMA show-is up for auction June 28–29.

This is history I would love to read about.

http://www.msn.com/en-us/autos/classic-cars/honda-restores-an-important-part-of-its-history-a-1961-chevy-apache/ar-AAD4eWt?ocid=ientp








To celebrate the 60th anniversary of Honda's American motorcycle sales, the company fully restored a 1961 Chevy Apache 10. It's not one of the original delivery trucks, but it has been given an accurate and hand-painted livery down to Honda's original American home office address. Powering the truck is a 283-cubic inch V8 with a three-speed manual transmission.

Hope to see you Monday.

Long as the Iran deal doesn't get heated....

At work and would really love to be with Happy golfing.

And I don't golf....

Secret Bunker of super cars?

http://www.msn.com/en-us/autos/video/theres-a-secret-supercar-bunker-under-london/vi-AAD9Yow?ocid=ientp





Under London is a secret bunker full of amazing cars we will never drive.

Electric cars go to far!

http://www.msn.com/en-us/autos/autos-hybrids/all-electric-mustang-will-debut-at-goodwood-festival-of-speed/ar-AADegCF?ocid=ientp

Five hundred horses

In spite of its battery-based drivetrain, the Charge car could well outgun many of the classic V8-powered Mustangs at Goodwood. With four-wheel drive and power from a 64 kWh battery, the Charge Mustang packs over 500 horsepower.

 

 

 

Even with that so called power....I would rather have a gas burner V8 all day long.

I want to get in deeper!

Finding a good clean cut kid to work is rare today.

In other words the person is the above...A dredge.
 

We found a great kid to work in the garage on cars.    Dude steps up to just about any job.    Asks questions.    He pays attention to the answers.

Always wanted to light up my ride.....

But in NYS....The police tend to not like this.




This too is just not their cup of tea.     I love it.



I remember the days of putting a green light or a red one on the axle of the car so when it was night it lit up.    Now that is old school fun.

WOW that truck is stacked!

This is one of those....You get what you pay for moments.    Nice!

Just remember some of the new LED lamps can not be jumped off.

We have an old school guy who owns a brand new Ram.    He wanted his cap lights wired in into his tail lamps.    So us not knowing there would be a problem did it.   Well short story,   don't do it.    It caused some major problems.    Second round we wired into a regular lamp in the bed.    Everything is back as it should be.     I think the LED lamps can't take any drop in amps.    Added resistance from the cap wiring caused voltage drop and ….well don't do it!

Calm day off...I hope.

Going back to the 70's in a FIAT!

http://www.msn.com/en-us/autos/enthusiasts/this-old-fiat-contains-a-time-machine/ar-AAD2fNm?ocid=ientp



Have you ever wanted to travel back to 1972? I can’t say as I have, but if it had to be 1972 or no time travel, I’d definitely volunteer for that trip. That’s a bit of what it’s like to drive an old hotted up Fiat Cinquecento on a sunny day through the countryside. Which countryside? It doesn’t really matter.




Very cool story and video.

Link to an amazing drag race video!

http://www.msn.com/en-us/autos/motorcycles/watch-a-mustang-get-the-drop-on-a-hayabusa-at-a-drag-strip/ar-AACFB1R?ocid=ientp






It takes a special combination of both car and driver to beat a prepped Hayabusa with an experienced rider on a drag strip—but it does happen on occasion. Sure, it’s not by much, but every millisecond counts off that line.

Good use for a PT....

http://www.msn.com/en-us/autos/enthusiasts/a-chrysler-pt-cruiser-monster-truck-called-pt-bruiser-is-for-sale-right-now-and-its-amazing/ar-AACXJAh?ocid=ientp





PT BRUISER. Built 340 automatic transmission with divorced tc. 44” boggers on 18” deep bud aluminum wheels. Hydro steering. Mud truck only not street legal located in new Kent price is obo or trade. Mopar power house.



Might buy one just to do this too.

Falling asleep driving a smart car....Just wrong.

http://www.msn.com/en-us/autos/news/tesla-driver-recorded-asleep-not-driving-driving-down-californias-405-freeway/ar-AAD0tbM?ocid=ientp





A Tesla driver was filmed asleep at the wheel in a Model S sedan apparently cruising on its own down California's 405 freeway with its Autopilot semi-autonomous feature enabled. The story was picked up-and sensationalized-by the local NBC station, which reports that the Tesla not-driver is alleged to have traveled 30 miles down the 405 while napping.


30 miles asleep on a highway!     This new tech is going to kill someone.   

This is why we have a dealership near a very high bridge.....

 

Just in case one more thing can go wrong!

 

 

Here is a rare car ....

Need for speed!

A Camper made to run the Road Warrior around.

http://www.msn.com/en-us/autos/enthusiasts/off-road-rvs-ready-for-adventure/ss-AAC2n6v?ocid=ientp

Off-Roading in Style

According to the Recreational Vehicle Industry Association, RV ownership in America is at record levels. The national trade association reports that more than 9 million U.S. households own an RV — the highest level ever. Granted, recreational vehicles give travelers the freedom to head out on the open road without the need to find a hotel for the night. But for some folks, staying in a campground with a bunch of other RV owners is a little too close for comfort — perhaps too much like remaining at home, or staying with relatives. So for those deep-pocketed adventurous types, we present RV options that can leave the pavement behind, letting a select few venture off the beaten path as far from civilization as they like, while still enjoying a comfortable place to eat and a soft bed in which to sleep. Behold these outrageous RVs for leaving it all behind — while simultaneously taking it all along.

 

 

Mad Max style camping!   

Sometimes one must give a city credit....

http://www.msn.com/en-us/news/good-news/school-district-buys-food-truck-to-give-students-free-meals-during-summer/ar-AACPR3p?ocid=ientp





A VA school  hooked up enough cash to buy and supply a food truck.    Summer for the kids in that city will be good.   Free lunches for all children in need.    Plus hey....nice truck!

Classic bucket seats that no one makes any longer....

The old Chevys had style way ahead of their time.   


Look at the green.... Amazing.

Would you ride a lawnmower up to 100 mph?

http://www.msn.com/en-us/autos/enthusiasts/watch-hondas-190-hp-lawn-mower-blast-to-100-mph-in-62-seconds/ar-AACFdIg?ocid=ientp






Not for me.    I have rode motor-cycles that fast.    But you have to know your limits.     I couldn't hold onto the mower at that speed....just thinking it's a bad idea.

World's fastest Camper for sale!

http://www.msn.com/en-us/autos/enthusiasts/worlds-fastest-motorhome-for-sale-on-ebay/ar-AACFkyE?ocid=ientp










Judging by the photos, the camper is definitely not in its original condition. Aside from the obvious flame decals at the back, there’s also a giant wing on the roof. The living area is almost empty and features only two large benches and what appear to be a small portable sink and a hammock right behind the driver’s seat. Not everything looks great but hey – this is a killer price and we have nothing to complain about. In addition, the seller says the van has a new heavy-duty suspension and revised brakes so the next owner won’t have to worry much about the mechanical condition of the vehicle.

454 Chevy motor in that baby!     She rocks!

Only to find a car Elvis bought....

http://www.msn.com/en-us/autos/classic-cars/this-guy-owns-the-1973-lincoln-elvis-had-built-by-george-barris/ar-AACITEu?ocid=ientp






As such, there are tons of collector cars out there claiming to have Elvis connections. Differentiating between the real thing and an impostor can prove tricky, something Rockology has gained experience doing. That’s why this Midwest discovery is so exciting, as amassed proof showcases certain cars in one collection are the real deal.


I would love to find the real thing in some old dirty barn.   

Good old hand can be used for notes....on the lot.

Can't tell you how many times I forgot to take a note pad outside onto the lot to grab a vin.     Your hand becomes your note pad.   Yes sir it is as they say....A plan.

Still...see redneck science.

Hey it works.    It doesn't look pretty.    But it keeps the drug dealers out of your car.

Remember steering wheel locks?

I wonder if anyone uses them?  



They were the thing in the 90's.



Just never find this above....you are done my friend.

Some of the new cars and trucks use expensive lamps.

I looked up a body order on Monday.    The fog lamp alone was over $300. 00.  The headlamp was well over $1500.00.     It looked like a hit to the front.    The repair was well above $10,000.   Better drive careful.   

Johnny Cash stole her one piece at a time.

I kind of want some....

Not to sure I have ever seen them in local stores.    Might just look anyway.    Kind of brings the fat kid back out in me..

You really can't make some wierd up.

I left two cracker/meat/cheese snack packs in the fridge over the weekend.   Opened one this morning.   It was okay.    Pulled the other for lunch.   I noticed right away the thing was open on the cheese end.    The cheese was gone.   Rest of it was there.   Someone just ate the cheese.   I have many questions and no answers.  

It's Sunday....go rest some.

Monday will be here well before any of us realize.    Get a nap or two.    Mow the yard if you have to.    Life is good till 8am June 10th....Yup.

The station wagon is a lost art....

http://www.msn.com/en-us/autos/classic-cars/1959-ford-ranch-wagon-reminds-us-why-wagons-are-cool/ar-AACjFPu?ocid=ientp










Ever ride in one of the old classic wagons?    I spent years riding in an old Ford estate wagon my Uncle owned.    Three large rows of seats.   Large area in the back with more folded down seats.    Life was good.    Like riding on a sofa.    Why no company makes one today is a good question we all should have.    Maybe the Mini-Vans killed them?    Really sad.

I looked at a bus the other day....for sale.

I so had plans in my head for....Yup.

How many people will pay to go into space?

Today NASA said for $58 million , plus $36 thousand a night,  you can book a ticket to the space station.   



Sorry....Twenty Five Cents is more my style.

This is like Joe Dirt kind of stuff.....

http://www.msn.com/en-us/autos/classic-cars/michigan-police-auctioning-abandoned-1969-plymouth-gtx-convertible/ar-AACrLwU?ocid=ientp





For the next two weeks, Leelanau County Sheriff's Office will be temporarily known as LC Sotheby's, Michigan's new premium auction house. Up for sale in the northwest Michigan county is a muscle car collector's dream, an abandoned low-mileage 1969 Plymouth GTX Convertible. Bidding is open through June 18.


She might even be a Hemi...

Time to get some cash in a bag....Road Trip!

http://www.msn.com/en-us/autos/classic-cars/museum-of-speed-closes-puts-cars-up-for-sale/ar-AACrzdk?ocid=ientp




The Mt. Dora, Florida’s famed Museum Of Speed has closed its doors and is now selling off their inventory. This is an excellent chance to get your hands on actual museum cars with historical backgrounds that have made their way into the collection.    

Time to own History....

I can tell you...Don't buy ultra cheap tires!

http://www.msn.com/en-us/autos/ownership/theres-a-huge-perk-to-buying-your-car-tires-at-costco/ar-AACrJxs?ocid=ientp




I do see the perks this link offers.    But the only problem one might face on the long trip this Summer with a flat...The cheap tire guy is not near where you just had a flat.    Where Goodyear stores are all over the place.   Chrysler dealers are almost in every town.     The supply is the issue.    Sam's Club (where you bought the cheap tires) could be  miles away.  

They always find a way to increase gas prices.

http://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/as-tariffs-bite-get-ready-for-a-1970s-style-supply-shock/ar-AACqHz8?ocid=ientp




I don't get why the push for fair deals with Mexico and China will cause us major harm.    But the press has it's dreams.   I remember the 1970's gas lines.    It was more to do with a failed president and less to do with trade wars.   

Airless tire ride nice or hard?

http://www.msn.com/en-us/autos/ownership/michelin-rolls-out-an-airless-tire-that-will-be-puncture-proof/ar-AACoESI?ocid=ientp






Looks stiff.     But a tire you can not puncture is cool.

A vechical I would like to build.

Can't be all the expensive.    Just need a sponsor or two.

Four days in and all is better.

We sold several brake jobs.    Wholesale exploded!     Sales guys sold cars and trucks.    Life is starting out good.

First day of the month?

 

Yup...It's rough.    Plus it hits on a Saturday.   Which in general is not the big money maker it should be.  

Remember no short -shorts!

You don't have to tell me I don't (or should never wear) look good in short-shorts.    But CORP reminded us all.    Dress like a professional.....please.   I get it.   Others should try to see it the way we have to.