[2024 Eastern Meet Hotel Information]

I made a reservation for 6/20-6/23.  It'ds Just me at this point and it'll be my first time.  I was told by some of you at the Syracuse nationals that I should get to the Eastern Meet.  I have yet to get show tickets but this was more important to get booked at this point.  Now I really need a trailer.  haha.

[Engine Oil, synthetic Oil or Conventional oil?]

Schaeffer's racing oil - extra znc

Supreme 7000 synthetic plus 20-50W

Engine builders recommendation

[Trailer size recommendations]

10 hours ago, DragCat said:

Get the best railer you can afford....not a time to be cheap on that 🤣 I have an 18' deck, total length is 24.5. As mentioned, tow vehicle capacity and MIRRORS! I used to tow with my Yukon, sketchy to be nice(mirror wise). But I was only towing to the local track and no interstate driving so was a wash. Also how are you going to store the trailer, think about weather conditions when not in use. Trailers like everything is pricey these days, you can find some deals used, but also a lot of junk 🙃 Mine is a tilt bed, I like it but it was pandemic era so there werent alot of choices 🙃

Lot's to think about.  Nice.  I have an Aluma utility trailer.  good stuff.

[Trailer size recommendations]

47 minutes ago, MC1of80 said:

Open or enclosed trailer? V nose is usually enclosed. 

Open trailer easier to tow with and better visibility.

Enclosed trailer obviously  harder to see with, definitely need towing mirrors.

Pic with enclosed 24ft trailer is the day of purchase. Didn't have towing mirrors at that time. 

good catch.  I forgot to include 'enclosed'.  Thanks.

[Trailer size recommendations]

After my Syracuse Nationals Trip and now my plans to come to Carlisle in 2024, I think I need a trailer.  Of course, I did build my car to drive it, but having a trailer would be nice to bring car to the track and for longer trips.  I'd like to get a V-nose but want to hear what other have and what they like / dislike.  How long do I need?  New or used?  Thanks all.

[Joined at the Syracuse Nationals.]

On 7/19/2023 at 9:38 AM, 420ponies said:

I believe it's a BBC . Seth said just around 740HP.  A 9" in the rear with 3:25 Gears? He's getting some mileage out of that combo. Just amazing the attention to detail. A lot of people were looking a it along with all the other Montes there.

Correct: 740hp, 200 4R, 3.25 (9" rear).  I drove around 300miles and got around 11-12 smiles/gallon.  Premium pump gas.  A bit of fun in there and probably drove around 90 for about 10 miles following a SRT Durango on the way home.

I intend to do a more accurate MPG check because I was estimating a full tank vs. letting the pump stop.  I recently pulled my tank to moved my vent so I just filled with the pump stopping for the first time.  haha. 

[Joined at the Syracuse Nationals.]

On 7/19/2023 at 10:43 AM, FrankOC said:

Hey Seth,   nice to meet you in Syracuse.   I think I heard you are going to Adirondack Nationals show in September?  If so, I'll see you there.

Im entered and will be there!  Local for me.

[Joined at the Syracuse Nationals.]

On 7/17/2023 at 11:29 PM, NavyCPO said:

Welcome Seth!  WOW!  What a beautiful job you did on your Monte!  That is a beautiful car and very nice upgrades and attention to detail!  I especially like your hood hinges.  Where on earth did you find those?  They look Wicked! Is that an LS in there? Which one did you use? (cid?)  Great folks here, but after rebuilding this car to the level you have you probably already figured out what you need to know about your car and can probably contribute a great deal here.  There are some great folks here with a wealth of knowledge.  

Thanks for the compliments!  I've owned the car since 1989 and it was in pieces until 2016ish.  It took about 6-7yrs.  Hood hinges are from Eddie Motor sports.  FYI - requires higher pressure shocks for steel cowl hood.  Its actually a BB chevy (merlin block) 555 cu.in. with Edelbrock Proflow XT fuel injection.  I did not build engine myself.  It's backed up with built 200 4R.  I look forward to the help and helping others.  There's is always something.  

[Joined at the Syracuse Nationals.]

For those at the Nationals, Thanks again!  Because of all your cars, I found out my front lower license plate bracket was installed upside down since day.  haha.  I cant believe I never figured it out.  Something so simple.  It's been driving me crazy.  

[Joined at the Syracuse Nationals.]

I just finished my car after a 6 1/2 yr. build.  I've owned the car since 1998.  I made first restoration attempt in 1998/99.  Moved it around in pieces until I started over in the fall 2016. I drove it to the Syracuse Nationals from Queensbury, NY.  Its the furthest trip I've taken it and couldn't be happier with how everything went.  Although my plans were to have come earlier and stay until Sunday, the weather held out to still make for a great trip. 

I came across a group of beautiful 70 - 72 Montes and saw the club banner.  It didn't take long for me to join.  I parked with the club on Saturday and although I walked around most of the day, I had a great time talking Montes with a bunch of the other Monte owners / enthusiast.  I'm humbled by all the incredible compliments, especially coming from other Monte owners. 

I'm already working on plans for the 2024 Eastern Meet and hopefully can get out to Lebanon Valley for another meet up.  Looking forward to seeing more incredible Montes and meeting more member in the future.  Now I need a trailer!

Seth