My One Year Delay Is Now Over!

[rrrose]

No, it's not! No pics, didn't happen!!

I'm wondering how "sick" GoDad is going to be tomorrow prepping that engine to put in its proper place. Ok well not totally proper it is a chevy. Glad its all coming back together for you Steve.

[GoDadGo]

I'm wondering how "sick" GoDad is going to be tomorrow prepping that engine to put in its proper place. Ok well not totally proper it is a chevy. Glad its all coming back together for you Steve.

I'll be back at the office working tomorrow; however, it does feel good to have an engine back in my little shop.
In addition, I installed a new front tire and bearings on my Kawasaki Mean Streak to get it ready to sell.
While I hate to ditch the bike, this block swap has eaten up some previously earmarked cash.
I can't wait to have that 2nd/1st start and that 2nd/1st Go-Kart Drive!
Thanks All & I Hope To Post A Youtube Soon!

[KDubU]

Where??? I don't see no stinking pictures!

[GoDadGo]

Where??? I don't see no stinking pictures!

Sorry Kyle,

I didn't have time to take any pics or videos this weekend because I had to help my brother with his boat plus change the U-Joints on Baby Go-Dad's ride.
The goal is to get the driveline linked and in the car over the Mardi Gras weekend at the expense if missing the Mardi Gras Blow Out @ Hub-City Dragway.
Uggggg; Decision, Decisions!

Steve

https://www.hubcitydragway.com/schedule.html

https://youtu.be/jfSstNEZjFo

[CraigS]

Where??? I don't see no stinking pictures!

Me either. Come on, I am waiting to see a pic of a funny looking engine on a stand. Ha, ha. Get your cell phone out, it only take about 4 minutes to take a pic and get it here via Flickr.

[Yama-Bro]

I'm starting to think he's just pulling our chains about this engine...two days, no pics...hmmm...

Just kidding GoDad

[RoadRacer]

it's unforgivable, really.

[Al_C]

maybe we should post our own photos instead

[boat737]

it's unforgivable, really.

Me either. Come on, I am waiting to see a pic of a funny looking engine on a stand. Ha, ha. Get your cell phone out, it only take about 4 minutes to take a pic and get it here via Flickr.

maybe we should post our own photos instead

Man, tough crowd this week. Or should I say, Tough crowd this week.

[phileas_fogg]

HaHaHaHaHaHa. You forgot the red & the italics.

[boat737]

Oops. Right you are. A real Faux Pas it was. (Sorry Steve, don't know if that's Cajun or French.)

[GoDadGo]

Come On Guys,

Remember I'm The Reformed Chevy Guy (Now All DDDDart) So It Take Me LLLLonger to DDDDo SSSStuff LLLLike TTTThat!
Besides, I still use a Phlip Fone (Louisiana Spelling Thank You) so the picture resolution isn't the best.

Steve

[Jeff Kleiner]

Ya' know, Steve keeps telling us that it's a Dart and no longer refers to it as a Chevy. Even now calling himself "reformed". Hmmmm, y'all do realize that Dart produces Ford based blocks too, right? He's not calling it a Dart Chevy.... Starting to make me wonder if Go Dad is using this technicality as a way to return from the dark side and is holding pictures close to the vest 'cause he's afraid if he posts them one of us is going to call him out when we notice that the distributor is in the front rather than on the "wrong" end.

Jeff

[GoDadGo]

Ya' know, Steve keeps telling us that it's a Dart and no longer refers to it as a Chevy. Even now calling himself "reformed". Hmmmm, y'all do realize that Dart produces Ford based blocks too, right? He's not calling it a Dart Chevy.... Starting to make me wonder if Go Dad is using this technicality as a way to return from the dark side and is holding pictures close to the vest 'cause he's afraid if he posts them one of us is going to call him out when we notice that the distributor is in the front rather than on the "wrong" end.

Jeff

Jeffski,

You know that I'll https://youtu.be/SJ2hJezvd2I

Steve

[Jeff Kleiner]

Jeffski,

You know that I'll https://youtu.be/SJ2hJezvd2I

Steve

Jeff

[KDubU]

Got to do everything for theses Southerners

[GoDadGo]

Update:
> We have a delay of game and that's okay.
> My 85 year old mother had some health issues, but she's home an on the mend.
> I hope to swing some wrenches soon; however, it all depends on how quickly my Mom gets back on her feet.

[RickP]

Update:
> We have a delay of game and that's okay.
> My 85 year old mother had some health issues, but she's home an on the mend.
> I hope to swing some wrenches soon; however, it all depends on how quickly my Mom gets back on her feet.

Your mom takes priority Steve. The dart block will get done when it gets done. Keep us posted and I hope your mom mends quick.

[SerpantFL]

GoDad, X2 for mom, they are irreplaceable... Will be looking for the telltale signs of a photoshopped 7 litre in that kart...lol

[Itchief]

Hope your mom has a speedy recovery

Rick

[Jeff Kleiner]

Sending good wishes southward for Mom.

Jeff

[jrcuz]

Mom takes top priority.
JR

[GoDadGo]

Update:

> We have a delay of game yet again.
> My 85 year old mother in back in I.C.U.
> While she is in good spirits, things are not going as well as we had hoped.
> As she always says, "Old Age Aint For Wimps" and this lady is no wimp.
> Remember that life is short, so remember always what is truly important.

Take Care Gang & Hug Your Mom & Dad If You Are Fortunate Enough To Still Have Them!

[Murd]

Best wishes

[David Hodgkins]

Steve, hoping for the best brother. Hope your mom gets well soon..

[ThickCobra]

Steve, best to you and your mom. As far as I'm concerned, mom's are the center of our universe. We all revolve around her.

Jay

[Jeff Kleiner]

All of my best wishes are coming to you and your family my friend. Stay focused on Mom and don't worry about the insignificant stuff like cars.

Jeff

[wallace18]

My prayers are for your Mom and family.

[Garry Bopp]

Family always comes first, Steve! You've got your priorities right (well, except for that bowtie thing, HeeHee!)

Garry

[Itchief]

Hope your mom gets better

Someone at the nursing home once told me that the only thing golden about your golden years is your urine

Rick

[slpro1207]

Sending prayers from here to your mom Steve. May she be back on her feet soon.

[Jazzman]

We can pray for each other, Dad. My mother in law checked into Hospice for her last ride before "Graduation". You will be in our prayers, as will your Mom and all her doctors and nurses. May God's Angels remain extra close to y'all!!

[Straversi]

Thinking and praying for you and your family. Hang in there.
-Steve

[frankb]

Steve: Prayers and best wishes are with you. Spend time with Mom while you can! Family first. The Cobra can wait.

[Boydster]

Best wishes and good Karma to your family, Steve. Us guys gotta take care of the family...

[WIS89]

Steve-

I will add Mom to the good thoughts I have been sending your family! Hang in there, and we will look forward to watching your build when you get back to it, however long it takes!

Regards,

Steve

[JRD56]

Steve, I know what you are going through. My Mom is 92 and has been in and out the hospital a lot in the past year or so. Family definately comes first and prayers don't hurt. I'll say a few for you.

[GoDadGo]

Maria Is Getting Stronger!
Every Step Forward Is Great News!
Thanks For Praying For Her All!
She was joking about doing her best to not die on my birthday, which is today.

[Al_C]

A positive attitude is key, and clearly you both have one. Keep it up! btw - Happy Birthday!

[GoDadGo]

Maria is home and we are tag teaming her home care requirements.

While I'm not very motivated to work on my car as you would expect, I did sneak in a little time to do a fuel line re-configuration from the pump to the carb.
I plan to mate the engine to the transmission during the week as long as my Mom's condition continues to improve.

Thank you all for your thoughts and prayers because we all know that The Factory Five Family is more than the cars that we build, much more.