NV Zeno

I've got a regular "Sears DieHard Weatherhandler" in my wagon, got it in Sept 2001 for $59.99. Never any battery related concerns. Just keep an eye on the water level, and clean it off once in a while. I'd get another just like it if this one ever dies:rolleyes: . I have a new Interstate in my Acura, replaced an Interstate that was about 4 years old with it (Sears was too far away, or i'd have got another DieHard). Just my 2 bucks

Don't forget the Sparks and Carson City PnP's. Can't recall NOT seeing several EA81~82s there. Just my 2 bucks

All I can say is wow. :clap: :clap: :clap:

Breathtaking..very nice job . :clap:

Jeremy, that spot where your fender got messed up was probably the biggest, trickiest obstacle we dealt with the whole time out on those trails. Sorry that had to happen to you. Guess I lucked out, no new damage to my rig, not even the exhaust was damaged this time:). Of course, my rig isn't as nice as either of your wagons, so some slight new body damage isn't a big deal to me (in fact it's expected:rolleyes:). The rest of the trails we explored around were of similar quality to the stuff we see around Doyle or Dog Valley. Re: Cargo cover, I'll think of some noncash barter deal that will work for both of us. Edit/BTW: Brian, it wasn't the same without ya.

Hertz rents Subarus... (Just my 2 bucks)

Yup, that's about what mine's doing.

2 wheel drive or 4WD ?

I've been using 10W-30 in winter, 10W-40 in summer. This engine has over 300,000 miles on it.

Some of you that attended WCSS may have already heard this one... On the way to the Show somewhere north of Portland, I noticed my oil pressure was reading just above zero at freeway speed (around 3300 RPM). After pulling over and idling, the needle indicated normal. No unusual noises, smoking, temperature change or fluid loss...everything normal. Back on the freeway, back to "just above zero". When we hit the ramp to enter 101 in Olympia, there was a slow truck just pulling away from the curb, and we all pretty much slowed to 15 miles per hour for a few seconds. I checked the oil pressure at that time (low RPM) and it was high, about 40 lbs. Back up to freeway speed, down to almost zero (remember this is probably more than 50 miles since first discovered). Arrive at WCSS, guess what..at the low speeds around camp the car read normal. Those that I talked to about this (and I) have come to the conclusion that I have a faulty oil pressure sending unit. AFIK, it's original..no record of it having been replaced. I drove it all the way home after the show, no problem..no oil additions, nuthin. Any opinions or confirmations?

You mentioned an oil change. Did the trick I showed you with the ViseGrips work to get the plug off?

Nah, just around Beatty :-p. To bypass NV completely would add several hundred miles (and hours) to an already loooong trip from Sierra Vista. That would also serve to desintegrate the annual "AZ-NV-(sometimes)CA caravan to WCSS":eek: . I believe that is the EJ wagon that's broken, I hope it's not too serious. The other vehicles in the party are still OK, right?

Great job, Dave. I brought 2(!) cameras, didn't snap one shot . I was going to suggest this earlier, but have been procrastinating: How about next year getting a shot of each owner with his/her car, and maybe also shots of the small "camp groups" (like the one you and I kinda hung out with )? Might be a nice addition to add a little more of a "people element":cool:. Again, great pics Dave..thanks:clap: . Just my 2 bucks

OK, I'll start.. First off, I'd like to thank all that put effort, sweat, time and money into getting this year's show going (and successful, I might add): :clap: :clap: !! That firewood was a nice touch, I hope our donations covered the cost. As usual, it was an absolute pleasure to drive a 25 year-old non-A/C car a great distance and back to attend this year's meet..well organized, a beautiful setting, and a great turnout. Met an East Coast member (WagonsOnly), along with some others that are more "local" (western half of USA) that I'm sure will become "regulars". Here are some numbers I made: Total trip miles: 1630 (311,844 out, 313,474 now:headbang: ). Average gas mileage for the trip: 26.7 Best MPG on a tank: 31.7(!!) Total parts lost or broken on the trails: 1 (broken tail light) Times stuck on the trails: 3 (thanks Subynut and David for pulling me out) Awards won this year: 0 () Times I was talked into going through a puddle/mudhole thought to be too deep: 3 (thanks CrazyD and Renaissance Man) I thought of more this morning during the trip home, but I've lost'em:banghead: . Frank (Fishnidiot), I didn't realize you were there, I have your parts..would have been good to meet you and do our business in person. And thanks to Mike (Renaissance Man) and his bud for helping do a quick "pre-failure" clutch cable swap on Sunday:clap: . Please add your own version if you wish .

Ahhh...nice and cool:headbang: . It'll be nice to get a break from the Nevada heat (and smoke):-p .

Change-o-subject... Please, please, please...be very careful with anything that burns while in the wooded areas, especially fireworks! We don't need to have another forest fire like the one now burning at Lake Tahoe:( .

If you change your mind, I'll be glad to give ya a ride. It certainly won't be the same without you there.

I'm joining this a little late and agree with Rick, and have to add that automotive engines of today are much better than those of even 20 years ago. They burn much cleaner, are more efficient, and have tighter tolerances than the best engines of the 70's and 80's. That also adds to the longevity of the oil, less blowby and other contaminants getting into the oil to begin with. Can't remember if this has been mentioned here, but even oil technology has gotten better. Ever see ads for products like "high mileage" or "older engine" oil? Usually those are older grades like SE or SF..those were the grades from the 80's, so our EA81s and 82s were kind of "raised" on that stuff when they were new. Sort of like pre-'75 engines were designed around leaded fuel. (Am I making sense? ) My 2 bucks

Perfect . Thanks Ed.

Don't know if this would be considered a hijack, that picture Skip posted near the top of the thread is very helpful. BUT...I have an EA81. Are the resistor blocks similar in appearance and location?

What else could I do, he said craps :lol: ...

We have Craps all over Nevada...

Maybe we could have a "50+" beer toast at the Show, looks like there'll be quite a turnout of Old Guys .

Wow. Around 80% young-uns..what's it all mean?

The price quoted a few posts earler for a Prius was base MSRP, meaning "Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price". I can't recall ever seeing a new Prius offered without significant dealer markup, most in the $2000-$7000 range. Lots-o-moolah to make a politcal or environmental statement. BTW, they're terrible in the snow.