11/13/09

I had a thought last night. If I were to accept $11,000.00 for Shichi, 1) I think Dick Brink would probably pay that for it, and B) it would partially finance the restoration of Nadine. It wouldn't do anything for my debt load, but it would remove one project from my plate and make the goal of driving Nadine on my 45^th birthday more feasible. On the other hand, Shichi is a Lotus Seven (for all intensive porpoises) and is so friggin’ cool. Also, I built it myself, for me and me alone. It was what I wanted in a Lotus Seven, hang other people’s opinion. Know what? I don't think I can sell it, the more I think about it. No, it and the Chickenhawk have too much sentimental value to ever be sold. “So, why don't you make the Chickenhawk run again?” I hear you asking. Because... your face! That’s why. Shut up. I'll get to it, eventually. First we’ll rescue Nadine and park her at my house. Then we’ll take Shichi to the shop. While removing the engine from Shichi for Gregg, I'll “pickle” Nadine’s engine with Marvel Mystery Oil and ATF in the cylinders and work on removing the wheels. I'll build a milder street engine for Shichi while trying to make Nadine a roller. When Shichi moves under her own power again, I'll swap Nadine to the shop and Shichi back to the house. Then I'll get to work in earnest restoring Nadine. “All other priorities descended.” Quick, name that movie! I'll give you a hint: a statuesque brunette in a pair of teeny-tiny little panties and a half shirt thingy. Came out exactly thirty years ago. Greatest science fiction horror movie ever. [ I like her better as a blonde personally - SM ] Anyhoo, I think that would be the most expedient. Of course, if I were to forgo the 45^th birthday goal, I could work on Nadine slower and do a better job of it. That car really does deserve a good restoration. Feh, I don't know what to think. Well, I think I'll take a nap. Yes, that sounds like a plan. Talk to y'all again Monday.