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The Cars => 1966 Shelby GT350/GT350H => Topic started by: silverton_ford on January 02, 2023, 01:07:34 AM

Title: My First drive of 2023
Post by: silverton_ford on January 02, 2023, 01:07:34 AM
We had a break in the weather today, the deicing slime is mostly washed away at the moment, the roads were dry and the town was rather sleepy with most businesses closed for the holiday causes light traffic everywhere which was really nice.  This combination made for a great opportunity for some driving and take some photos of the car at the state capitol and Willamette University.   

Happy New Year!

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Title: Re: My First drive of 2023
Post by: 68blk500c on January 02, 2023, 08:47:38 AM
Looking good, Brian.

Even our trailer queen got some light exercise in the neighborhood on New Year's day, which was beautiful.

Title: Re: My First drive of 2023
Post by: FL SAAC on January 02, 2023, 09:00:48 AM
beautiful,  best wishes in 2023 !
Title: Re: My First drive of 2023
Post by: Rbwiii on January 02, 2023, 09:52:01 AM
Very nice Brian!
Title: Re: My First drive of 2023
Post by: greekz on January 02, 2023, 11:32:21 AM
Very cool.  The perfect time for a ride.
Title: Re: My First drive of 2023
Post by: s2ms on January 02, 2023, 05:17:00 PM
Great photos Brian!

Got 6S1757 out today for it's inaugural 2023 drive, engine sure likes these colder temps.

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Title: Re: My First drive of 2023
Post by: tigerjack64@yahoo.com on January 07, 2023, 11:48:24 AM
NICE !
Title: Re: My First drive of 2023
Post by: deathsled on January 08, 2023, 01:35:19 PM
Great photos of your car thanks for posting!
Title: Re: My First drive of 2023
Post by: deathsled on January 08, 2023, 01:37:29 PM
Quote from: s2ms on January 02, 2023, 05:17:00 PM
Great photos Brian!

Got 6S1757 out today for it's inaugural 2023 drive, engine sure likes these colder temps.

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Are you in four gear at that RPM range in the photo?  What rear end is in your car?  It seems mine revs about the same in fourth at 50 plus mph. 3.50 rear end on the Hertz.
Title: Re: My First drive of 2023
Post by: s2ms on January 08, 2023, 02:08:28 PM
Yep, 4th gear, rear end is 4.11, tires are 205/70R-14. Calculates very close according to the various online calculators, maybe 100-200 RPM high.

Depending on tire size I would think you'd be closer to ~2700 RPM with 3.50's.
Title: Re: My First drive of 2023
Post by: Stevieb350 on January 29, 2023, 12:25:07 PM
Brian, I got your car's twin, #1366, out yesterday. How many 55 degree days do we get in Maryland at the end of January, with no salt on the roads? Not many!
Title: Re: My First drive of 2023
Post by: 557 on January 29, 2023, 02:37:39 PM
Cool,but Sammy Hagar was very clear about"driving 55"..... :D
Title: Re: My First drive of 2023
Post by: Stevieb350 on January 29, 2023, 06:56:14 PM
Only the temp out, not the speed...... ;)
Title: Re: My First drive of 2023
Post by: silverton_ford on January 29, 2023, 09:58:25 PM
Quote from: Stevieb350 on January 29, 2023, 12:25:07 PM
Brian, I got your car's twin, #1366, out yesterday. How many 55 degree days do we get in Maryland at the end of January, with no salt on the roads? Not many!

Awesome!  Great car!!  Very cool!   8)
Title: Re: My First drive of 2023
Post by: pchmotoho on January 30, 2023, 07:48:22 AM
looking great Brian. Love the way she sits!