Four Years, Can you believe it?

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When I was a kid my two favorite holidays were Christmas, and my Birthday.  Which of makes perfect sense of course, these were the days that I received presents!

Merry Christmas! Happy Holidays, (Which ever ones you choose!)

Forget those old hay eaters, Old Nick wants a new bunch of horses!

Christmas art from Plan59.
An idealized American scene, but it doesn't look my old neighborhood.

Christmas is here and with it many memories from the past. 

What would we do without internet Enthusist forums?

My favorite site.

I had been well aware of the presence of automotive forums for quite some time. I discovered that there were forums available for just about any vehicle that the hobbyist might own. I remember frequenting the Ford truck enthusiast, the Datsun 510 and Z, and the Mustang forums. I was even on the Antique radio forums.

The elephant in the driveway, and other cautionary tales for children (and adults who should know better).

My Mark VII looks a bit like an elephant from this angle.

Like Rip Van Winkle it continues to sleep, but it's not dead!

If you invite an ailing elephant into your driveway it's going to sit where it damn well pleases, and it isn't going to move until it's good and ready!

Welcome to my world, Jaguar World that is.

I first dropped in to look for info about my XJS.

This magazine has been a treasure trove of information and enthusiasm for me. In this world the Jaguar lover can feel that he is in a "safe space." Forget all the cheap shots that are lobbied at our beloved marque by the writers of those other heathen magazines. Here is Jaguar Love twenty four seven! There is never any need to feel embarrassed or to make any apologies for our fascination with this mechanical jewel of the British isles. One of the things that I really like is that every generation, every model, is treated with respect.

Happy Thanksgiving! Turkey and left overs.

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There's always something left on the platter after the meal.

What am I waiting for?

Engines. Sometimes you just dig them. The motor is the heart of an automobile or motorcycle. It can also be be the primary focus of the vehicle. Especially if it is the product of a famous manufacturer and is heir to a long history of racing success. Opening the hood can provide a world of satisfaction.


The Vincent.

What else could this be but British?

The Vincent was the World's fastest motorcycle during it's production run. It's all alloy construction and novel frame design kept the total weight of the motorcycle down. There were two carburetors fitted, and with the superior porting it allowed breathing at high rpm. The use of an advanced cam and follower design allowed the motor to achieve much higher operating speeds than it's contemporaries.