Last year, I trained to run the Chicago Marathon (3:54:33 in case any of your were wondering ) When I used to go out for my long runs, I would get to the half way and think "I can go a couple of more miles". That seemed all and good, until I got to the point I needed to turn around and head home. It was at that point I realized how much longer I needed to run just to get back to my starting point.

That's exactly what I'm feeling like as I work on my car now. I started off refreshing the console. Then moved onto B-Queting the interior, then to fix the driver's side door handle, then to fixing the chipped up driver's side door mounts (Carl's Armrest Support was a godsend for this), then refreshing the sunroof mechanics, then replacing battery & engine grounds.

Next thing I knew, I was down to the frame and had a whole lot of work to get back to point zero.

But, like running, the journey was worth the extra effort. I'm not quite home yet on the car, but I'm close and really happy with the extra miles I've put in

 

I don't know about running a marathon, but I'm always running out of beer working on mine.

 

I'm always running out of money working on mine

So much I want to do and so little I can afford to do.

 

Sound familiar

 

Working on these cars is a lot like running a distance race...

You just have to remember...start out into the wind.

Meaning...do the difficult stuff first and head for home with the wind at your back.

And as far as drinking goes...I'm kind of glad I don't anymore...since this car would probably turn me into a raging alcoholic...lol

Brian.

 

All she needs is some TLC. (Terrifying Lumps of Cash)

 

cash, beer then more cash and Rogers number on speed dial

 

I know exactly what you mean about these cars. It's a real curse if you are the least bit OCD. I started out 'just' doing the TB/WP a week ago, and have a new pump and belt on hand BUT seeing as I have it all apart anyway ............. By now I've ordered all new cam, oil pump, and timing gears & seals, P-Tensioner, new belts, new fuel hoses....... And the engine is still apart..... Oh And I also Noticed: My steering rack is leaking and I need new engine mounts, if I take all that apart, well, new shocks, brakes.............ARRRRGGGHH!!~!!! Inside of every can of worms, is a worm holding another can. If you open THAT can, the "GREAT WORM of ARAKIS" jumps out and eats you.

 

Agreed that OCD is a terrible trait (or a great trait, depending on how OCD you are) to have with these cars. I've owned it now for about a month, think I've had it road-worthy for maybe 5 of them. And, she was up in jacks for a good two weeks of it.

I'm putting the interior back together, except for the console as I might have some lingering gremlins there, and then am going to drive it.

Although....while I've got things torn apart inside, maybe I should take the headliner down and B-Quiet the roof

 

At least you have the choice to drink, I'm not old enough yet! But so far the hardest, most time consuming, and most costly job has been a complete AC teardown and refurb I did with a Griffith's kit.

Worth it though to have ice cold r134 AC for a black on black 928 without a sunroof. You can imagine all of the "while you are in there" tasks you can do when you have the entire interior removed and can see through the firewall.

 

I know that feeling well.

I've had my 928 for six months and have yet to put her on the road.

Mechanical issues are sorted and she's turn key start, however the electrics are still a disaster.

Beyond that I need a hood and fender, two dents popped, trim holes filled, and paint.

Going to finish up the dash and gauge cluster this week, slap the bumper cover back on, and go sneak a test of the 5-speed.

 

The "get off my lawn" old man in me really finds it hilarious that the people who joined rennlist in the last few years are talking about working on the 928 being a marathon, and how the project creep is massive.

lol.

Remember - take it off, clean it, clean it some more, and put it back on right the first time. The problem is this is getting very expensive, relative to other things you can do with cars today.

 

Last few years? I've only been here a few months!

Isn't it better that I realized this now and can pace appropriately for the future?

 

Yeah, it doesn't take much of a rocket scientist to figure out the length of the race, when you look at one of these cars...top to bottom...inside and out. But, then again most are in the thirty year old category...so it comes with the territory.

Sure the depth of ones pocket or mechanical talents could influence your overall time...during this marathon.

It's all good no matter the amount of time...since its the journey we are after (and the awesomeness of a drivable and reliable 928).

Brian.

 

It might be a triathlon.. don't forget the 5 mile swim in shark infest waters and the 100 mile bike ride up hill....

Still love it when the 928 is working well.. Lots of endorphins being released