CT to FL trip in a '71 Pushbutton Next week

Brian,

I'm in Stratford, probably about an hour from where you are. If you suffer any issues on the first 'toe' of your journey, give me a shout! 914-497-9775. Have a safe, and enjoyable trip.

Michael

I also have an early pushbutton, #1022. Here are the best numbers for me by the time you would be this far:

(252) 977-0336 (Rocky Mount house)
(252) 586-2977 (my lake house)

Or that morning you might catch me at (252) 451-8344. I could also arrange to meet you for dinner or whatever, and/or if you need somewhere to crash. I will probably go to my lake house (also somewhat convenient to 95) at some point that evening, but could still hook you up with modest accommodations (and tools) in Rocky Mount regardless.

Lee Parker

Thanks Michael and Lee!!

Brian,

Be sure to let us know that you've made it there alright.

Michael

We should get in on Saturday evening.....Its going to be an adventure!!

We are going to a cruise night at the Quarterdeck on Monday night....If any one from the Palm Beach area wants to meet up.....

Brian
KidPantera

I'm not close enough to I-95 to offer assistance (but would!) however want to greatly ENCOURAGE you on this journey. You'll remember it forever.

I've made some of my funnest trips EVER in a somewhat unsettled older car with only a toolbox and prayer as my support. A Dino 246 from NYC to Alabama; A 65 'Vette from Chicago; a TR8 from Chicago; An Alfa GTV from West Lousiana (Texas really); an M-roadster from Philly; and (drum roll) a 71 442 from Los Angeles... all to my home in Alabama.

"Fun" does not begin to describe them, and a story or two always emerges...

I burned my arm on a header, ran over a cat, bought oil by the case, made epoxy do things it was never designed for, and found more than a few friends (also known as angels) along the way. I've seen the sunrise on deserted roads at 105 mph, coffee clinched between my freezing thighs, gotten "lost" which turned out better than "found", and had meals to rival a 5-star for 1-star money.

Take a camera, a notebook, and a sense of adventure. Oh, and have fun.

What year/color Pantera does your dad drive? Was he at the Moroso All Ford Show a few weeks ago?

I am in Ft. Lauderdale if you need anything.

As long as you've owned and maintained your beautiful Pushbutton, you will have no issues on your trip.

Have a BLAST and take a bunch of pictures!

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Originally posted by DannyOcean:
What year/color Pantera does your dad drive? Was he at the Moroso All Ford Show a few weeks ago?

I am in Ft. Lauderdale if you need anything.

Dad's is a white 5-S

Brian, you are much more daring than I, very admirable. How did it go?

Here is a link to pictures of the trip pictures

We made it to Florida with no serious mechanical problems. In New Jersey, at the Full Service Sunoco, the attendant put two deep scratches in my quarterpanel. They are 1" long and 1/8" wide...right down to the metal. You can see pictures at the above link.

We averaged 13.65 MPG. By the time we got to FL, the car was running a little rough. The idle was way too low and it backfired sometimes. After checking it out, we found a fuel leak at the carb. Then we noticed that every single sparkplug had loosened up....They were all so loose you could remove them by hand

We got the car running right...and then we started pulling it apart. We removed the engine, transaxle, and gas tank.... (pictures at above link)

I'm back home now...All in all it was a great trip. We drove at triple digit speeds for long stretches...The car served us very well.

Brian

Great pictures, thanks for sharing! Are you going to make them pay for the scratches, or are you going to let it slide since you're repainting your car?

Michael

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Originally posted by Cyboman:
Are you going to make them pay for the scratches, or are you going to let it slide since you're repainting your car?

Michael

Or, how did you dispose of the body??? :-)

Glad it went without incident.

-William

Brian,
Where is your Pantera going to be in FL? I'll be hauling mine down from East Haddam on Dec 15 to Merritt Island. I plan to attend some track days this winter. Perhaps we can get together sometime.
Mark 5461 & 5481.

Great pics! You're lucky to have a hot rod dad to help. Tell us more about his car. Real sweet rides he's got.

Hey Brian,

I will be in Lake Worth next week and would love to see those cars!

dberman@canspan.com

Sorry Deeb....I haven't checked in in a while...


The restoration is going smoothly...
Pushbutton Pictures

Looks great Brian. You're lucky to have a Dad like that!

I am back in Lake Worth for Xmas week. Tell your Dad I want to come and say hello and see his car.

I also sent you a PM with some info. Please email me at dberman@canspan.com

David

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Originally posted by Pantera/Prowler:
I'm leaving for Florida from Connecticut in my 71 Pantera on Friday Nov. 2nd. I'm staying with my dad in Palm Beach Gardens and then Flying back on Nov 7. The plan is to leave the car with my father while he re-paints it for me.
I will be flying back down to FL a few times this winter to give him a hand and so we can take both our Panteras out to some local shows (Abacoa). If you are in the area, let me know.

I was hoping to get a few phone numbers of people on the East Coast who live near I-95 incase I have any mechanical issues....Anyone want to volunteer?

I'm looking forward to this trip....This will be the longest road trip I've ever done in my Pantera.
if you get really lost im in australia pop along for a chat (good luck)
Here is a link to pictures of the trip pictures


Brian L.
Kidpantera