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I don't make it back here very often, but thought you guys might appreciate some pics from our Day of the Drags

Almost all images have at least 2 versions so there's plenty to look through.

Galleries at:
Part 1 - http://photobucket.com/albums/f272/dayofthedrags06a/
Part 2 - http://photobucket.com/albums/e319/dayofthedrags06b/
Part 3 - http://photobucket.com/albums/e22/dayofthedrags06c/


Here's some highlights. The small images will enlarge if clicked.

So fast we didn't even see Lithgow-Mick's runs...


























































A big cheers for Joseph for doing all the hard work of making an unreal day for us!

From Pete's wife, Melanie:

I just wanted to say again how thankful I am and I know Pete is, along with my and his family. I'm having my mom call the news station, I want this story aired! I've never experienced anything like the heartfelt sympathy from you all. It's so amazing. I've never met any of you, yet when Steve and Bill and everyone showed up, I felt so at ease. You all are such a great group of people.

As for Pete's current condition, it wasn't too good when I had to leave tonight. His pressures were up a bit, which really got to me. I've been fairly calm, until tonight, so I want to thank you all again for this forum. Reading all these posts and seeing all of my husbands photos/work had calmed me down. Although painful to see him, it's also helpful.

I had Pete's dad call the hospital just now and he assured me that the pressures rising is not a huge concern, and pretty much to be expected as things start to settle down in that big beautiful sweet head of his! I would like all of you to give your loved one a big hug tonight. You really don't realize how much you need someone until something like this happens and you don't realize who your true friends are until you need them the most.

I know in my heart that my husband will get better, he just has to and when he does, I can't wait to meet all of you. I still have his birthday presents wrapped on the table waiting for him, so I would like to have a big party for him as soon as he's ready, and everyone is invited.

Thanks again to you Eric, you are amazing! You are ALL so amazing. The kindness and generosity astounds me. It will truely be a huge blessing, as I know he'll be out of work for a long time. Thank you thank you thank you.

So far well over $3000 has been donated by people from all over the world who have had contact with Pete.

It will be a long time before we see any lines from his gifted hands, but it is great to know that people are pulling together in what ever ways they can to help out a fellow car nut.

Some more news...

I haven't been near a computer for a few hours now and I haven't read the 100 or so posts from that time so forgive me if I am repeating anything that has already been posted.

Steve called me from the hospital a couple of hours ago with Bill and Lora, Eric and Shawna, He also said that Pete's friend Derrick was there and Melanie's mom and uncle are there for her.

Here is what Steve told me about Pete's condition: The doctors are still keeping Pete in an induced coma because when he starts to come to he starts * on tubes and stuff. His blood pressure also starts to elevate which causes more swelling of the Brain so they need to keep him down. He has two blood clots in his brain but they are starting to recede which of coarse is a good thing. He has no broken arms or legs but his collar bone, cheek and eye socket are broken . There are also numerous cuts to his face and both knees are badly bruised.

Melanie has been in to see him for very brief visits. I think Steve said that the doctor saw Pete at around 5:00 PM after which he gave Melanie a big thumbs-up.

Pete has made it through the first 24 hours with a slight improvement so that is a very encouraging thing. For the first time since this thing happened, I finally feel a little bit better. But please keep your thoughts and prayers coming. Steve was able to give Mel a check for $3000. I am so proud of all of you. I know that is just a start for us and we need to keep spreading the word.

It's my understanding that Steve is going to set up Melanie with a user name (Melanie) and password so she can access the forum. If she hasn't had a good cry yet she will after reading what all of you wonderful people have said about Pete. And let me be the first one to say Welcome Melanie. We all care about Pete very much and you are a lucky lady to be with such a great guy. He is going to be fine. Just give it time. With this many people pulling for you guys it can't fail.

Well like I said if any of this is old news, I apologize. Now I am going to get caught up on what everybody has been talking about.

Walt

Pistol-Pete a seriously talented pinstriper formerly of Sydney has been seriously injured in a head on in Oregon.

He is a regular goodguy in the Volksrodder scene and all round nice-guy.



He was hit head on by a Fed-Ex truck.

Pete is in critical condition. Pete has a bad head injury and broken bones. He is in a coma and they are going to keep him that way to help reduce brain swelling. Pete has a young wife who was also in the car. And today is his 29th birthday!

I'm sure most people here don't know him but please keep him in mind and if you are the praying kind say one for a fellow customiser.

Sadly,
Matt


Story here: http://katu.com//stories/78116.html


Pete doing his thing...

Can't find anything like it.... anybody have any idea what it is?

Don't worry, you haven't been sending out failed messages.

The virus/trojan is attached to them. It spoofs email addresses so you will be more likely to open them. Just delete.

more to the point, why wasnt he working on the rambler

Yeah come on Boris... get that beast going. If it's on the road before the Nostalgia Drags I'll try and arrange you a bit of dyno time in lieu of my car going back on the rollers...

Oh the sadness of moving from our last place at Hinchinbrook. Glen Jenkins and the DeSoto lived behind us. That green beast was always out the front! A few of my friends thought it was mine it was there so often!

The new engine looks great in your ride Pope! You were showing Boris when we turned up...

When I took the pick of the red PU and you are in the background he was about 10 metres away from you! You mean you couldn't see the hairstyle?
LOL

You mean this guy?

The Early Ford Street Rod Club did it's annual show today at the New Victoria Tavern in Wetherill Park, west of Sydney.

They had a great turn up; rods, beers and two-up!

Here a few of the 150 pics I took.



A very kool Vicky!

One of our members, Cre8tive aka Mark and his sweet 34.



I never tire of seeing this Willys.

Got wood?




Another member, PopeDownUnder




Even my dirt magnets loved the day.

And Mick made his way all the way from Lithgow. We can be quite sure it drove and didn't come on a trailer...

I reckon this would make a pretty cool little rod...

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=6472&item=4542365376&rd=1

[Five-O Ford]

I tend to drive too fast when it's on but the Reverend Horton Heat is just the coolest for the car..

Five-O Ford

Let me tell you the tale of a hot rod race,
That happened out in a secluded place
Where no one lives
'cept cows and a few raccoons

I was drivin' around in my shoebox car,
My baby and me underneath the stars,
My engine was knockin
But i knew it'd clear real soon.

I was cruisin' along 'bout 95,
I looked in my mirror and man alive
Some guy was gaining on me
As his engine roared.

So i gave that holly carb some gas,
My baby cried out don't let him pass,
I guess it's just that * got bored,
I had to race my f***ed up ford.

I made the turn at 108,
And he was up on my back gate,
And I knew he had something bad,
Underneath that hood.

So I pushed it up to 110,
That flathead motor was about to give in,
I crossed my fingers and prayed to the lord,
Don't let me down you f***ed up ford.

It's my f***ed up ford!
It's my f***ed up ford!

When cherry tops began to spin,
I knew this race was about to end,
It's a cop by god
My engine can't give no more.

He threw me in jail, warrant ignored
My car blew up as the oil poured,
I guess it's just that * got bored,
I had to race my f***ed up ford.

It's my f***ed up ford! whoooo!
It's my f***ed up ford!

Gotta love the AS IF!

I love your poem ( Pome ? ) Straya. Choco. LOL. Reminds me of the Comedian Austen Tayshus and Auatrayliana and vegimite come to. LOL.

Holly.

Billy Birmingham was the brains behind that. Sandy just read it out.