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  • #16
    Belated "safe trip", Mark. Wish you could've had a way to swing thru Raleigh NC.

    On the other hand, Pittsburgh isn't that far from NC! I'd be up for driving to a mini-meet up in your area some day!

    Focustiva: Because I was told it was was impossible to fit a Focus bumper on a Festiva.
    In memory of Dean Allen - V8 Festiva 1955-2010

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    • #17
      HI EVERYONE!
      Yes, I am alive and well. Thanks for your thoughts and well-wishes. I would have posted last night, but the hotel in Flagstaff did not have internet, even though they said they did.
      Trip is going well so far. The drive from CA to Flagstaff is quite long, and ended up having to travel along the hilly regions of Rt.40, at night, along with the big rigs. Not fun. The hotel in Flagstaff was an old 50's hotel, slightly remodeled. Very old fixtures in the rooms, etc. But the bed was fairly new and very clean (I checked), and had a good sleep, and that's what counts.

      Todays stretch to Grants, NM was much nicer, and arrived here at motel early enough to relax and go online. Had enough time to see many old RT.66 sites; If I can, I will post some cool pics later tonight, but it may have to wait until my next stop....have to find the cable to connect my camera to the computer.

      Now for the important stuff. The DeathEgg is running great! I'm pretty loaded up with my belongings, so I can tell that it's straining a bit to get up to speed on the on-ramps, but on my first fill-up I got almost 45mpg, going no faster than 70 mph. Engine is purring like a 1.3l kitten!

      That's it for now...Will post again later on.
      If it has boobs or wheels, sooner or later you're going to have trouble with it.
      Mark S.

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      • #18
        Looking at yahoo maps, it looks like you're about a third of the way to your destination.

        I'm guessing you'll be almost to Missouri by Monday night, and be going through Ohio on Thursday.

        But we'll see! I'll give DaveG a shout and see about things.

        Karl
        '93GL "Prettystiva" ticking B3 and 5 speed, backup DD; full swaps in spring!
        '91L "AquaMutt" my '91L; B6 swap/5 speed & Aspire brakes, DD/work car
        '92L "Twinstiva" 5sp, salvage titled, waiting for repairs...
        '93GL "Luxstiva," '94 B6 engine & ATX; needs overhauled
        '89L "Muttstiva," now a storage bin, future trailer project

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        • #19
          Just a quick update:

          Car still running well. Having a very nice trip so far. I forgot what a good highway car the Festiva is!
          Spend the night last night at a cool old hotel in Tucumcari. Tonight I'm in Weatherford OK, and had to drive in some heavy rain. I'm really glad I got new tires! Saw some cool sites, such as Cadillac ranch today.

          So, all is well, and I'm tired.
          *** I am starting a new photo thread for the pics, so check that out too.

          From out on the highway,
          Mark
          If it has boobs or wheels, sooner or later you're going to have trouble with it.
          Mark S.

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          • #20
            Go Mark, go!!

            Carefully, that is.

            Karl
            '93GL "Prettystiva" ticking B3 and 5 speed, backup DD; full swaps in spring!
            '91L "AquaMutt" my '91L; B6 swap/5 speed & Aspire brakes, DD/work car
            '92L "Twinstiva" 5sp, salvage titled, waiting for repairs...
            '93GL "Luxstiva," '94 B6 engine & ATX; needs overhauled
            '89L "Muttstiva," now a storage bin, future trailer project

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            • #21
              Enjoy Your Trip & Be safe, Cheers!!!
              1993 Ford Festiva GL "My Cream Puff & new project"

              1998 Isuzu Rodeo
              1994 Suzuki Intruder 1400cc "Da Cruiser"
              1999 Chevy Silverado Z71 "My Work Horse"
              1994 Isuzu Trooper "Camo Off Road Beast"

              1989 Festiva L Stock Engine "Rallytiva71"
              Daily Driver,Rally Racing Look,Little Additions Daily. *******Sold*******
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              • #22
                Originally posted by deathegg View Post
                Just a quick update:

                Car still running well. Having a very nice trip so far. I forgot what a good highway car the Festiva is!
                Spend the night last night at a cool old hotel in Tucumcari. Tonight I'm in Weatherford OK, and had to drive in some heavy rain. I'm really glad I got new tires! Saw some cool sites, such as Cadillac ranch today.

                So, all is well, and I'm tired.
                *** I am starting a new photo thread for the pics, so check that out too.

                From out on the highway,
                Mark
                Guess I'll see you on Wed as planned; less than 600 miles from Weatherford to STL. Got plenty of parts on hand should you find you need something to keep 'er running for the last leg of the trip.

                Tom
                90 Festy (Larry)--B6M (Matt D. modified B6 head), header, 5-speed, Capri XR2 front brakes, many other little mods
                09 Kia Rondo--a Festy on steroids!

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                • #23
                  Tom-PM sent.
                  Almost home now. In Effingham ill for the night. Car is still running well, but am hearing a faint noise from the front end. Sounds like a cv joint, but not sure.

                  Unfortunately had to pass on meeting TominMo and Pu241, just not enough time. Will be driving about 9 hours tomorrow on the last leg to Pittsburgh, then I'm HOME! Still getting about 42 mpg average.
                  If it has boobs or wheels, sooner or later you're going to have trouble with it.
                  Mark S.

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                  • #24
                    Mark, gimme a call about a half-hour before you enter Columbus. Maybe we can meet at your next rest stop?

                    Karl
                    '93GL "Prettystiva" ticking B3 and 5 speed, backup DD; full swaps in spring!
                    '91L "AquaMutt" my '91L; B6 swap/5 speed & Aspire brakes, DD/work car
                    '92L "Twinstiva" 5sp, salvage titled, waiting for repairs...
                    '93GL "Luxstiva," '94 B6 engine & ATX; needs overhauled
                    '89L "Muttstiva," now a storage bin, future trailer project

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                    • #25
                      I made it!
                      I am now in the Pittsburgh area. No internet access yet, so I go to the local bookstore.
                      Thanks to all for the good wishes for the trip, and so sorry I did not get to meet some of you on the way.

                      Car is fine, mpg still good, no problems on the trip. I am so glad I have this car!!
                      When I have time, I am looking forward to meeting some of you who live in PA/Ohio/etc.

                      Mark
                      If it has boobs or wheels, sooner or later you're going to have trouble with it.
                      Mark S.

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                      • #26
                        Glad you made it in one piece!
                        I hope you have missed the snow considering what it is like out there right now.
                        This weekend is not what I had hoped for!

                        Michael
                        Have owned 9 so far
                        White 89 L converted to LX "The Curmudgeon" Being a Curmudgeon right now.
                        Blue 89 L converted to LX "Shtinky" FMS crate engine,cam,flywheel,hail dents
                        Smurf Blue 90 LX "Smurffy" He Ran Away From Home!!!!!! Says Willie loves him more than I did!
                        Red 88 L converted to LX "Rasta, Mon" Now retired
                        Where did all these @#*&%$ Toyotas come from around here?

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                        • #27
                          Glad you make it - ever find out what the noise was?

                          91 L - modified to SLX- "Tin Can Project"
                          http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2850897
                          92 GL - parts car
                          97 aspire - parts car
                          87 323 DX - daily driver

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                          • #28
                            Congrats on a nice trip Mark!

                            Check out Ohiostiva this spring!

                            And FM4!!

                            Karl
                            '93GL "Prettystiva" ticking B3 and 5 speed, backup DD; full swaps in spring!
                            '91L "AquaMutt" my '91L; B6 swap/5 speed & Aspire brakes, DD/work car
                            '92L "Twinstiva" 5sp, salvage titled, waiting for repairs...
                            '93GL "Luxstiva," '94 B6 engine & ATX; needs overhauled
                            '89L "Muttstiva," now a storage bin, future trailer project

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                            • #29
                              Yeah ohiostiva! Glad you made it safely!
                              youtube.com/neanderpaul 88 festiva LX w/BP G25 MR 5 speed waiting for wiring- 93 Festiva GL auto w/ air, waiting for B6t/G4A-HL - 98 Nissan Quest - 02 Mazda protege 5 wife's DD

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                              • #30
                                Originally posted by Festiva_tunner View Post
                                Glad you make it - ever find out what the noise was?
                                Not yet; I'm thinking that it's a cv joint slowly going...but it's gonna have to wait, I have other expenses more pressing at the moment. I am hoping to use my sister-in-laws car next month for about a week while I do some work on the DeathEgg. It may not pass PA inspection without some major work.

                                Yes, I am looking forward to some Festiva meets next year!
                                If it has boobs or wheels, sooner or later you're going to have trouble with it.
                                Mark S.

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