Cars Luxury

Monday, February 28, 2011

Brilliant, immediate unstoppable traction in mud, also known as good horse sense, and farmer magic

Now this, in my opinion, is effing brilliant. It really no-shit works, and like nothing else possibly could to add traction that can't be stopped.

From http://thereifixedit.failblog.org

The website of "Stupid things people do to fix stuff" ThereiFixedit.failblog.com

Found in the first car of some young highschooler I bet... old cars didn't have cup holders I'm thinking... I never had anything made from 1973 to 1989, so I don't know. They aren't in my zone of interest.

I'm betting someone ends up in the emergency room

Sheesh these are lazy kids, is there anyone reading this that didn't put in years mowing lawns as a kid, before riding lawnmovers, self-propelled lawnmovers, and you think these kids could really use some time pushing a lawnmower?

real bad decisions caught on camera and shared with the rest of us to warn us of stupid ideas http://thereifixedit.failblog.org/

cool photos from Kombi rules

Isn't this a cool idea? Instead of painting your van, just add this cover to the front, and make faces on it.

from http://kombirules.blogspot.com where I recommend you go for more

The US Interior Secretary and Director of the BLM toured the Imperial Sand Dunes at Glamis

story here: http://www.latimes.com/news/local/la-me-sand-dunes-20110221,0,4494274.story but in a nutshell they came to relate that motorized recreation fits into the Obama administration's "America's Great Outdoors " conservation initiative rolled out last week that is heavy on land preservation.

great photo by Allen Schaben, shows the secretary in a ranger's sand rail that got stuck when they went to go over a steep dune... nice new rail huh?

Rendered 2012 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG

Rendered 2012 Mercedes-Benz.This is a matter of time before the Mercedes-Benz AMG version escape of his rival for new C-Class coupe two-door BMW M3, but cars drive Coop Luis Silva of Portugal has decided to a rapid chopping of the C63 AMG Coupe for our Viewing pleasure.

1967 Rebel station wagon regional models

The Mariner (600 units) in Barbados blue with panels trim of simulated bleached teakwood planking accented by narrow black horizontal stripes and a "nautical anchor" medallion. The interior featured anchors and stars decorating dark blue suede bolster panels of the seats, which also had white piping and broad horizontal pleated inserts of medium blue antelope grain vinyl and was sold along the coastal regions of the United States.

Above, the Mariner

Below the Westerner

The Westerner (500 units) in Frost White with plankwood trim side inserts and a "Pony Express" medallion. The interior featured stallion brown vinyl that simulated "richly tooled" leather on the seats and door panels in combination with white antelope grained vinyl and was available west of the Mississippi River.

The Briarcliff (400 units) in Matador Red with simulated black camera grain side panels and "regal" medallions, as well as its own black "antelope grain" vinyl interior. The Briarwood was marketed in major markets in the east and south.

Designed to spur interest in all of AMC's products and to generate increased sales for the company, the special wagons were limited for sale to geographical areas.

Info from http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AMC_Rebel learned about it and got photos from
http://svammelsurium.blogg.se/2010/may/mariner-westener-briarcliff-rambler.html

the "NeverWas Haul" is the name of this vehicle at Burning Man

above via http://goawaygarage.blogspot.com/

Above from http://steampunkvehicles.tumblr.com/

In the above the cow catcher is missing

http://www.neverwashaul.com/ to see and learn all about it

All three of these were from different sites, and I've posted two of them before, but never together. The middle one is new to me, and from http://megamoto.tumblr.com/

the guy in charge is Major Catastrophe, and is interviewed here about what it's about: http://etheremporium.pbworks.com/w/page/10454244/Neverwas-Haul

Jeep minivan prototype designed by Brooks Stevens

Found on http://megamoto.tumblr.com/
But get info about it from http://blog.hemmings.com/index.php/2011/02/23/the-fc-150-van-now-in-color/

ultimate gamers chair

found on http://crudmudgeon.tumblr.com

2006 Chrysler 300C SRT8: the momentum continues

2006 Chrysler 300C SRT8: the momentum continues, with a dose of performance and 6.1-liter SRT HEMI ® Power

Ultimate American Performance Sedan

Based on the pace of Chrysler, HEMI, and Street and Racing Technology

SRT performance: 0-60 mph in low range of five seconds, 0-100-0 in the range of mid-16-seconds
2006 Chrysler 300C SRT8
September 1, 2005, in Auburn Hills, Michigan -

It was not long after the beginning of the C300 Chrysler HEMI ® power in 1955 that became known as "banker's hot rod." The main features of this car a powerful V-8 HEMI engine mount tuned performance and handling and high quality services are also key to the 2006 Chrysler 300C SRT8. And there is a little more.

Introduced in 2005, the Chrysler 300C SRT8 is the first street and motor Racing Technology (SRT) of the vehicle with the 6.1-liter HEMI V-8, which offers 85 more horsepower - the power to 25 percent - to 5.7-liter HEMI. But SRT performance is more than the straight-line speed.

"No other luxury sedan that offers comfort, convenience and efficiency that the 2006 Chrysler 300C SRT8 delivers," said Jeff Bell, Vice President of Marketing, Chrysler, Chrysler Group. "In terms of availability, no one else comes close to providing the Chrysler 300C SRT8's combination of performance and value."

"2006 Chrysler 300C SRT8 is a complete package for the customer who wants awesome performance in an award-winning sedan loaded comfort and style," said Dan Knott, Director - Street and Racing Technology. "With the HEMI SRT-engineering of 6 , 1 liter and Brembo brakes, it is designed for incredible acceleration and braking. "

For 2006 Chrysler 300C SRT8 is available in new color silver steel exterior. Also new for 2006 is a system for monitoring tire pressure standard, an available Kicker ® high performance audio system and video system available rear seat.

Powertrain

The Chrysler 300C SRT8 425 horsepower (317 kW), normally aspirated 6.1-liter HEMI has the highest output for its size of any naturally aspirated V-8 engine ever offered by the Chrysler Group. Its nominal 69.8 per liter exceeds even that of legendary 1966 "Street HEMI." Torque is rated 420 lb-ft (569 N • m).
2006 Chrysler 300C SRT8
Although the Chrysler HEMI was born in 1950 and entered into legend in the 1960s and 70s, the current version took much of his inspiration from the original, particularly the namesake hemispherical combustion chamber, which provides power and effectiveness.

When the SRT engineers propulsion system is proposed to develop a more powerful HEMI for the Chrysler 300C SRT8, they were aware of the heritage of the motor, which led to adopting traditional HEMI engine indexes, including a block of orange paint, cylinder and valve covers black.

SRT engineers developed the Chrysler 300C SRT8 engine achieved more horsepower by adding cubic inches, increasing the compression ratio and redesigning the cylinder head, intake and exhaust system to regulate and increase the speed of the engine.

For more displacement, SRT engineers bored cylinders of the HEMI diameter of 3.5 millimeters each in order to increase the displacement to 6.1 liters from 5.7 liters.

The compression ratio was increased to 10.3:1 from 9.6:1, increasing engine power and strength.

Engine breathing was increased with new high-flow head cylinder, specially designed intake manifold and exhaust manifolds with individual tubes encased in a stainless steel shell, all unique in the 6.1-liter HEMI engine. Larger diameter valves and reshaped ports in the head allows the air flow optimized. The intake manifold was designed with larger diameter runners and less for the high speed setting. Exhaust system is routed to a large diameter (2.75 inches vs. 2.5 inches) exhaust with chrome tips of 3.5 inches.

To further increase the power of the camshaft profiles on the basis of performance have been developed to allow more air in and out of the cylinders and run a higher rpm. SRT engineers increased HEMI's peak speed of the engine power by almost 20 percent to 6,000 revolutions per minute (rpm) from 5000 rpm. Intake and exhaust valve stems are hollow, and exhaust valve stems are filled with sodium to help dissipate heat more effectively.

The high-performance SRT 6.1-liter HEMI is strengthened with redesigned components, including a reinforced engine block, a forged steel crankshaft, powdered metal bars of high resistance connection, floating-pin pistons (cooled guns oil), modified oil and a cover to handle the return of the oil pan sump at high speed.

Power for the SRT 6.1-liter HEMI is channeled through a five-speed automatic transmission specially calibrated driver-selectable Auto Stick ®, which offers fully automatic or manual selection. A heavy four pin clamp transmits torque transmission to improve differential and axles.

Shelby Comet. Never heard of that, have you? Did you hear of the Shelby Europa? 14 made

Shelby Europa were just getting started by Claude Dubois, who raced a Ford of Antwerp Shelby Gt 350 in Spa in 1967. They came directly from Ford as semi-finished and completed by Dubois. Now it was not very many, 1971 and 72 made a total of just 14 pieces, including two convertibles.

There are eight survivors, three of were in Sweden, then Norway, then to Finland.

Well, so was there a special European-Shelby prototype, GT250, a 1971 Mercury Comet that Claude supplied with a GT40 289 block and heads, that gave the car more than 350 horsepower. It was a couple of years as Claude's own daily driver before being resold.

info from http://svammelsurium.blogg.se/2008/december/de-forgatna-del-36-shelby-europa.html

Claude was in Dearborn when Ford announced the cessation of the Shelby Fords, and so bought the last 34 or 36. He sold them in Belgium, Paris, Istanbul, Geneva and Germany

Read his 2002 interview here: http://www.ponysite.de/sheleur_dubois3.htm

After 1970 Claude proposed a licensing deal, and bought Mustangs from Bob Ford in Detroit, the first was completed in January 1971 and went to the Brussels Motor show. The Shelby parts came from Shelby American. Some had 351's and at least one was a drag pack 429 http://www.ponysite.de/sheleur.htm

Learn about the Mexico Shelby Mustangs here: http://justacarguy.blogspot.com/2011/02/shelby-de-mexico-i-finally-learned-of.html

2006 CHRYSLER 300 USED CAR FOR SALE

2006 CHRYSLER 300 USED CAR FOR SALE

my 2006 300 Touring has been great and horrible at the same time. unfortunately the horrible is starting to out weigh the good. I bought it for it looks and power. At purchase time, 79,000 miles, it was a friends corp fleet vehicle.You can't deny it is one of the coolest looking cars on the road today. The V6 power is great, but the transmission is a pain, shifting is horrible (automatic). ESP works very well, sort of clunky in its responsiveness. Mechanical issues: front end rattling that nobody can seem to fix or id, broken tie rod, brakes:caliper malf replacd evry 20k. worst of all electrical: entire heat/air controls work sporatically, and headlights flicker off at worst time.

Car Features
Rear-Wheel Drive, Engine: 6.1L V8 16V MPFI OHV, Cylinder: 8, 4 Door Sedan, Doors: 4, Fuel Consumption: City: 14, Fuel Consumption: Highway: 20, Memorized Settings including audio, Memorized Settings including door mirror(s),

2005 CHRYSLER 300 FAN

2005 CHRYSLER 300 FAN ,Have you ever thought of spending the Chrysler 300C? Here are some thoughts to think.

Many people believe it is better to give than to receive. When you donate a car service card donation, you may be able to give and receive. When you decide to sell your car through a car donation service of good reputation, it will not use their money for advertising. Your donation will be great to help many people, and contribute to problems in many parts of the world.

So what exactly will your donation support? The possibilities are endless. You may be helping the medical community to find cures for cancer, feeding the hungry, give back to families that provide children with food, clothing and education, etc. There are really no limits to what causes you can contribute.2005 CHRYSLER 300 FAN

car donation is often done for many reasons. No matter why you give your car it is completely tax deductible. Just give a car donation service a call. They search the car at no cost to you almost anywhere in the United States. At that time, you get all the documents you need to claim your very generous donation of your tax return.

The car can become almost anything when it comes to donations. You can go to help children in need, as far as clothes, food, school supplies, housing and more. You can go in September, as the treatment of cancer, AIDS and hunger in the world. Donate food, clothes and all that we can always benefit. The car can go towards a number of types of support. That money is used or the machine will have a lasting impact on any cause and the charity has the privilege of receiving it is.

Car donations can help here in the U.S. causes and abroad. A car can do much in that goes a long way to help spread and goods. You also have control of their vehicle donation. You can be a cause or charity in mind, or just want to know what your vehicle donation for those who do not participate. When choosing a company to donate online, you can choose a company that will give exactly the cause or charity of your choice, or at least you'll know exactly what your donation will help.

Many people want to know that their contribution really makes a difference. Donations need to make a lasting impression. When you donate a car, you must give a gift that is very positive in a sustainable way. Imagine the happiness you give to others. You can also find happiness and contentment within yourself to make a difference in the lives of people in need. The world will be a better place because you made a wonderful contribution. Car donation is on what the impact of the number of vehicle donations are needed. More cars that receive a larger charitable gift donated and supported.

2005 CHRYSLER 300 FAN

The American Relief Foundation invites you to help give poor children across America with the support they need. If you have lost your car title, and can not donate, we have an excellent resource to connect you straight to the DMV to order a copy of car title. We are looking for a car donation to Wyoming to help our cause. If you have a junk car and explore options to donate your car.

Burnelli airplane transporting a car in a underslung

I don't recall where I found this photo, for a bit about Burnelli aircraft: http://justacargal-s.blogspot.com/2011/02/burnelli-or-northrop-flying-wing.html

World War one carrier pidgeon transport vehicles

Front-wheel-drive three-wheeler with onboard carrier pigeon birdcage from http://steampunkvehicles.tumblr.com

top one from http://svammelsurium.blogg.se/

bottom one from http://megamoto.tumblr.com/

If you have a car shipped, I recommend inspecting the cargo container before they lock it closed and send it off

If you look closely, you'll the see above photo has 2 pieces of lumbar stacked on top of each other , both sides of the container, from the front to the back. Doesn't look safe to me.

Photos from http://svammelsurium.blogg.se/ becuase if I recall correctly, that blogger works at a recieving location where collector cars come into Sweden

Marten (http://svammelsurium.blogg.se/) tells me
Since the customs about a year ago raised their costs excessively for goods from the US, people shipped cars via the Netherlands and paid only 6% fees, but now they raised the fees to 20%, so what is done now is to take the cars to France which has a regular fee of ony 5% on the custom value. The reason for taking a midway landing is that when the car is brought here its suddenly a European car, and then taken into Sweden with no charges at all!

Ettore Bugatti's runabout for inspection tours of his factory

Called a type 56 Bugatti, if the translator program on Google hasn't mangled it, and it was an electric buggy.
found on: http://svammelsurium.blogg.se/2010/june/en-dag-i-illinois-1964.html

1922 touring body by Smith & Waddington in Sydney, Australia ... real unusual, it's called a charabanc

This is built on a truck chassis from White vintage 1922 and the huge body built by Smith & Waddington in Camperdown, Sydney, Australia.

But this body type is called a Charabanc, the same name is also used for buses with open bodywork that was common at this time. This White charabanc had room for 15 people and had been ordered by Mr Day. He used it for New South Wales Tourist Bureau excursions and adventures in the wild Australia.

found on http://svammelsurium.blogg.se/2010/october/fyrfaldigt.html

bridging the eras of horse drawn carriages and the first engine driven vehicles

1894 in Paris... that looks like a horse carriage in back, that wasn't changed at all, but hooked up to that early motor vehicle
Above photo from http://steampunkvehicles.tumblr.com/

Above is an electric coach built for the Queen Mary of Spain in 1896

from the Thrupp and Maberly coachbuilders in 1913 on a chassis from Thames Iron Works
Found on http://svammelsurium.blogg.se/2011/february/thruppmaberly.html