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STICKY:
New Section.....Ontario Rodders Free
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One of our members came up with an idea. It is a Free or Pay it Forward section. I will copy/paste the PM to me so you will get an idea of how it works. Hey Harry, I came up with a really good idea for helping gear heads....I really believe its the next wave of online interest and paying it forward in life.I th...
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STICKY:
New members
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If you have applied for membership to the forum in the last couple of weeks and have not received a confirmation email, you are likely OK to sign in an post.....There seems to be a problem with the software to the board for this. I have contacted the provider to resolve it. I figure the last 10-15 who have a...
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STICKY:
Forum Rules
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Members that have been here for a while now know that I tend to run a pretty lax ship when it comes to rules. I figure that we are all adults and can control ourselves with others. Well, it seems this isnt working too well right now so here goes. There will be one basic rule that most of these types of forums ad...
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that one ride
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I often hear people talk about that one ride they wish they never parted with. But I never hear anyone talk about the one they wish they had never bought. Does no one regret buying any vehicle they ever had or is it just me ?
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Hagerty
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Just wondering who else is Insured through Hagerty ( Aviva for us Canadians now) for their car/truck/boat/bike and if so what you think of their test run to not publish their magazine in print but instead digitally? I really enjoy the magazine and looked forward to each issue long before it arrived s...
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Storage
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What's the average cost for indoor, secure, heated storage. Visitation and minor work on the car allowed.
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another year is passing.....
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......so Happy Thanksgiving everyone. I hope you all enjoy the day with your families and friends.
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loading photos on this site
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My friend is selling an AMX Javelin so he sent me photos via email to post but when I try to post, a window appears requesting a URL. How do I post photos from my email to this site please ?
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recent weather
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Whew!, we've had some rain. In the 69 years I've lived here I've never seen flooding like we just experienced. We've had 3 storms with-in 2 weeks, the first each bringing 100mm of the wet stuff, then Sunday night another that brought 170 mm of rain in under 12 hours. The Municipality seemed a little lax w...
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Summer days.....
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I know some of you like winter.......I'm not one. I don't mind it but I really prefer Spring/Summer/Fall......with the emphasis on Summer. We've had some weird looking days though with the wildfire smoke. I was out mowing all day Tuesday when the atmosphere here was yellow. When I walked into my son'...
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Modern Problems
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I thought you might all get a laugh out of this, at my expense. A while ago i won a bidding war on E-bay, for an original, sealed copy of the Vanishing Point Movie Soundtrack. I probably paid too much but got caught up in the moment. Fast forward to now. If i open the plastic to verify, its not sealed "new...
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dining
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Does anyone know of a group or people willing to form a group who would like to meet for breakfasts or lunches to sit and dine and talk rides every week, two weeks or whenever on a rgular basis through the summer ? Somewhere east of Toronto suits me but heck, let's see if there is any interest at all. The e...
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Bring a car from USA
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I have a line on a car that I'm interested in. But it's a project, all in pieces. Wondering what's involved in bringing it to ontario. Does the border look at it as a car or car parts? What fees would I have to pay. Looking at having it shipped. Any idea on what that involves?
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holy smokes......
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.....it finally got above 40' out here, maybe I can start planting our garden. It's been so wet and cold the past while.
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Sacotu
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It is with great sadness that I post the passing of my dear friend Stephen "Sacotu" Johnston. I will never forget the trips to Moncton and Syracuse with him.
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louvers
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who does hood louvers these days ? Chris Stapley might , anyone else?
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are Y'all hanging in there....
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It's colder than a witches nipple out there.....
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......not sure how much more I can take......
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......the Leafs are killing me.......
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Tarif warning
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A friend of ours recen tly bought a leather bag for her husband. It came from the states so she had to pay the usual customs and duty but shortly after, she got a bill for $122. for a tariff fee. I thought all here might want to be forewarned. I guess anything from the states is going to cost more. I could be...
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Merry Christmas
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I haven,t been on this site that often this year as life keeps getting in the way. I do however have the time to wish all a Merry Christmas and a healthy & Happy New Year
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Retirement and downsizing vehicles .
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Hey all were 63 and 70 years now . Have a 2016 ram eco diesel 1500 and a 2017 ford escape . Thinking to downsize to one vehicle . Not something new . maybe up to 150 kilos would be ok . Were putting about 10 k on each one a years driving . Need awd , some ground clearance for hunt camp roads , single track trails , no...
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I know it's a little early.......
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.......but I wanted to take a moment to wish everyone here a Very Merry Christmas as well as a healthy and prosperous New Year to come. I've been out in my woodshop creating gifts so I thought I'd do this before I forgot. Cheers all!
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F.B.
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Looks like someone got butt-hurt over a comment ( or 2) I made that had Racial undertones on F.B. I was handed a 180 day " suspension" with no reason given. A free online Social Media platform suspended my account and unless I appeal ( no guarantee of a positive outcome) the account will be terminated. I...
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It was my honor.
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About 10 years ago a friend dropped in to our place with a request - " would you guys ( first my wife then myself) be my Executor?" he asked. 'Of course " we replied, Then about a year ago the same friend wanted to talk about his final requests. He's a single guy, retired and a collector of all things. All his f...
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Don Dulmage ..... RIP
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Sadly Don Dulmage, Automotive fan and ex Dragracer as well as Violin maker has passed away . He will be missed.
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Blue Jays!
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Remarkable Job. What a team. Team being the key word. Love the way they play together. So much fun to watch. Every game there are so many story lines and big moments playing out. Game 6 Friday. Jays are going to rock the world. Go Jays!
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Autumn is here
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So glad I have a winch and a truck.
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Car Movie
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Its kinda a corny movie , but some of the cars were very cool . its called Burning to ( or two ) on netflix , A Swedish or Norwegian hot rod movie .
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RoadMates car club gone ???
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Hey all is the RoadMates car club gone now ??? I cant find a email address for them and phone number is not assigned . I,m trying to find some info on a red white hiboy roadster one of their members may have owned circa 72 - 78 ish . Red an white 31 essex hi boy . Thanks
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Buying a UTV
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Anybody here have a UTV, I now have a Polaris Sportsman that I am going to sell and buy a SxS,I have been looking at Polaris,Can Am,Hisun, and not sure what to buy I have had very good luck with my Polaris,would like to know if anybody has a UTV and what they feel would be a good buy,not looking to go ripping it...
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AN Fittings
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Hi All. Where does a guy buy AN fittings and black braided PTFE? hose up here? I know buying from States will rape me real good.
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reading material
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FREE FREE FREE 30 issues of Gasser Magazine 20 issues of Good Guys Magazine from 2013 to 2015 30 issues of Street Rodder from 2008 to 2011 These are all good reads and will keep you entertained for hours if not days. I think they are too heavy to ship, but if you are in the area or attending a show where we can m...
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how to get pictures here
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I am trying to figure out how to get pictures on here. If I go to the "tree" it is looking for some address. I thought at one point I could go to a "landscaping" type picture and click on it and I could then get my pictures.
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My other hobby
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Some of you probably know I like woodworking. Once Christmas is past and all the kids/grandkids/nephews toys are done I keep going making toys for others. I just finished 60 of these things. My wife Sue is an excellent painter, she does all the lettering if we make signs and such, so she daubed some colo...
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Trigger finger
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Hey guys,I wasn't sure to ask about this,so I figured we are all in the business of working with are hands,I thought I would ask,I have been diagnosed with Trigger finger,it is in both index fingers,they totally lock up when I close them,so I was wondering if anybody else has this issue and if anyone has...
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With-out getting into the Politics of it all......
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......it looks like we're going to the re-set they thought was coming awhile back. Could be a rough ride for some - if not most on both sides of the border. Better increase the garden footprint this spring.
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Merry Christmas.
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I know i haven,t been on here for quite some time but life has its priorities so i would like to take this oportunity to wish all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
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In keeping with the situation
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MERRY CHRISTMAS to all here ! And I hope everyone finds the parts they so desperately need resting neatly beside their stocking (because BIG parts don't fit in a stocking) !
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ART
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Wife is having an art show this weekend at the house so I decided a little car art should complete it. Warren
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Thinking out loud, LOL
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In another 3-4 weeks my little truck turns 75 years old. wow... Who would of thunk it? Thanks Billy.
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grass/dirt drags
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Just putting this out there. Does anyone know of a place/venue where dirt/grass drags could be held? This would primarily be bangers and flatheads. The track needs to be 1/8th mile in length (660') and have space for camping, parking, spectating and possible vendors. Accessibility to local ac...
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1973 Vette
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I've had this car for 3 decades. It's one of 2600 made. Original engine/4speed and a ragtop to boot. All factory except the paint/headers and whatnot. Had it in the barn for a long time, and that was a stupid thing to do. I heard of place in Chatham that does body off restores, but anybody know some guys/s...
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Selling on ebay
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I imagine some have sold here on ebay . Did u find it easy ? Any tips ? I,m going to try and put up The Little Gremlin and my hot rod gasser chassis . No need for 4 hot rods in the future , 2 have to go The Little Gremlin at the two minute mark https://youtu.be/QbvmQJd4iV0 and https://youtu.be/MOzMen2_CtI...
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making more stuff....
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Braydon wanted 8 or 10 corn-hole boards to place out when the Ice Cream trailer is open. He made 'em, I finished them with a well-used distressed look. They're smooth as puppy poo on a hot rock. My wife sewed up all the bean bags which will be kept at the Ice Cream trailer, available for anyone who would lik...
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some of you might get a chuckle from this, others maybe not - oh well.
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I make toys for kids all year, more so at Christmas. I started 40 years ago when our first son was born, now it's our 3 kids, their spouses, Grandchildren, my Mom, nephews & nieces, great-nephews and nieces....and others. The woodshop can be a busy place at times. My wife Sue helps out a lot, particu...
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Car less!!!
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Sold the 64 Impala 409 4 speed last week, and it's on it's way to New Zealand !!! Broker fell for my 64 Pontiac wagon & after some negotiation's it went too!! May stay in Ontario till fall then be sold to NZ later?? weird having a empty shop!! Working on another vehicle!!!
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New shop
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After looking for way too long, I finally found a new shop. Going from 720 sq/ft to 2100 sq/ft is going to be a treat. Except for heating of course. Nothings perfect. Oh, there a house on the property too, which my wife will allow me to live in when I'm good.
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Season's greetings and best wishes for the holidays
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This was our front yard last Saturday evening....
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My wife started what she called " Small Town Christmas Tree lighting" 3 years ago as a way to draw our Community together ( post Covid), to raise funds for Hospice Niagara and McNally House ( Hospice in Grimsby On) and to collect non-perishable goods for Community Care. Our kids and their spouses are a...
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picked up a new-to-me pick-up
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My brother in law ordered a new Colorado. I'd mentioned a year or so ago if he ever wanted to sell his current truck to let me know. He let me know. It has 106,000 klm. Needs a rear bumper and some love around the box eyebrows but aside from that she's alright. He'd backed into something so yesterday I tugged...
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