Although the auto didn't perform as it should, we at least have a base figure to work from.
While at the strip I managed to meet up with APE owner Big Jay and other forum member HB-1fan and his friend who had traveled up from mid Florida to watch the racing, real nice to meet you guys and I hope that if you can make it again next year, you'll be treated to a better showing.
With the racing over, we were faced with the dilemma of getting the stricken auto to Boston.
We phoned round several van rental companies in the hope of renting a vehicle to get the bike up there but everyone we phoned only had very large vans available on a one way basis.
Stranded, I made a quick call to the nearest member Bill Benton in Atlanta. Bill had to finish his work but was soon on his way to Valdosta (about 235 miles) to pick up my sorry a$$.
We arrived in Atlanta very late at night and after a few hours bench racing, we turned in for the night.
The folowing morning, a quick check of the bike found the carbs to be well and truly blocked with rust. Filling the tank for the 270 mile ride up from Tampa had loosened rust in the higher reaches of the tank that had probably not seen gas before.
We decided to ship the bike up to Boston and look for a flight to get myself up there. (still ongoing)
In the evening, we went for a meal in a very nice restaurant and were joined by members Big Jim (our ace alloy micro welder) and Drew (former owner of calender Girl). We returned to Bills after the very nice meal and after a couple of beers and a few more hours of bench racing, the guys made there way home and a very good night was had by all.
Sam.
