Wow, what can I say? Thanks Steve for the kind words and to da gang for the kind welcome back. I must say, it does feel good being back at DC again. Though I'm not completely submerged in detailing anymore there is a strong draw to this place that makes me want to come back. That draw is the people. At the risk of sounding mushy, it is the folks here at DC that make it such a unique and friendly place to hang your hat. Dwayne had a vision for creating a spot where good people could hang out and get to know each other, discuss their love of automobiles and keeping them looking good and most of all, having lighthearted fun while doing so with mutual respect for one another. I'd say he absolutely nailed it!
Thanks again gang. I assure you, the feeling is mutual.
Ace......Red October is gone. I just couldn't justify the $60.00/week in gas to commute with a v8 pickup. I've gone rice and am now driving a 2004 Mazda6. It ain't a F150 but it's fun as hell and gets 27-30 mpg. Sorry to let you down bud. It was pure economics but I am enjoying the Mazda. Even had it up at Pocono Raceway for an open track day. I spent about 3 solid hours tearing up a road course, redlining the car, going down the front straight at 110 mph and going wide open throttle through the 18 degree banked turn. Not something I could do with Red October. Then again, I can't haul two muddy dogs, a canoe and a brace of wood duck decoys in my Mazda. For that the wife's Pathfinder will have to suffice.
JimS...thanks very much for the kind words but truth is, if I weren't here then any number of people at DC would have been just as happy to assist or take time to chat and help out. That's just the way the folks here at DC are. But then again, you know that and are that DC type of person too.
Thanks again folks. Who said there's no going home again?
The new Mazda is pretty nifty too! I got to go for a ride in it! :cool