Your toys!

chp-sk8 · Post by **chp-sk8** » Tue Jan 11, 2011 3:39 am

Ok here is a call out ! what do you have parked in your garage, or project your working on. Let see your toys :^) Does anyones boss (Wife) want them to get rid of there toys?

Eli

undysworld · Post by **undysworld** » Tue Jan 11, 2011 7:17 am

Does anyones boss (Wife) want them to get rid of there toys?

First off, around here, we refer to that person as the Ranch Manager.

And secondly, there are some topics that are just permanently off limits. I'll start selling cars when she starts selling shoes.

(You think I'm kidding???)

Pinzgauer Pete · Post by **Pinzgauer Pete** » Tue Jan 11, 2011 9:45 am

oh boy dont get me started..I have...a 3 vw bugs 1 a convertable needing full restoration, a baja bug for sale, a fuel injected small project, 4 motorcyles, and the pinz. As far as my wife is concerned since she dosent buy me these toys she has no right to tell me to do anything with them...case closed...I love her with all my heart however I will not be told what I can and cannot do...she understands that about me so we are good togeather..last surprise was the pinz arriving on a car carrier she heard the air airbrakes of the delivery vehicle looked at the 3 vehicles on the carrier and stated...let me guess...perhaps that pinzgauer belongs to you??? yup..my reply...she shook her head...and said Ill get my jacket..lets ride!!!!!!

krick3tt · Post by **krick3tt** » Tue Jan 11, 2011 11:04 am

First off...that is a slippery slope.

The pinz has been referred to as 'The other woman'. This relatively non-monogomous (material thing) arrangement keeps me sane.
The Mog did the same thing but when the pinz came on the scene I had to let the Mog go. Can't find the time of money to keep both.

My money, my time, my indulgence and it is often used for hauling the 'family' stuff so it pays its way. It is the mobile version of the 'man cave'.

It's mine and I'm not giving it up for anything. I have met some of the greatest people in my life through this vehicle.

I think you may have touched a cord.

spandit · Post by **spandit** » Tue Jan 11, 2011 11:59 am

This is my one... from here:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gardner_douglas

audiocontr · Post by **audiocontr** » Tue Jan 11, 2011 12:46 pm

Mini and my 710

http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/Jg ... directlink

1966 T Bird (for sale)

http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/gi ... directlink

Ford 7.3l and my 712

http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/Kj ... directlink

My CRX =)

http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/VZ ... directlink

HafWit · Post by **HafWit** » Tue Jan 11, 2011 2:19 pm

You bring up an interesting angle. I have some "vehicle toys" that include two Steyr-Puch Haflingers and a Volvo C303. My wife enjoys going on outings in them, so we don't have a conflict other than when I block the driveway. She wants a jet ski this summer--as long as I get that, I don't expect any issues.

On the issue of "toys" however, there are other things such as my fly fishing equipment--which is of course a necessity--that comes up from time to time. She will ask, "Why do you need so many rods and reels?" The necessity argument doesn't work with her, so it is useful to ask such critical questions as, "Why do you need so many shoes?" That results in a stalemate which seems to work. We practice detante--if I want to buy fishing gear, I need to look the other way when she goes clothes shopping

Cheers,
Greg

Radar4xfour · Post by **Radar4xfour** » Tue Jan 11, 2011 6:54 pm

How about one of these for when the snow is a little too deep for the Pinz?

http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/K1 ... directlink

Bombardier Bombi 1979 model year

chp-sk8 · Post by **chp-sk8** » Wed Jan 12, 2011 4:51 am

Well I have to say I am glad to Read these. My wife Is a trooper for putting up with me and all of the Kit I have. Not to say there have been some tense time over new items in the garage or drive way.
6 rigs, 1 Bike, 1 side by side and I bought the Pinz while I was deployed.....people I know said Why, Hell why not! If I make it out of the god forsaken place I have something new to look forward to. She dosent like all of my toys at first but she generally warms up to them after a few trips.

So we do all have commen ground here

Andre · Post by **Andre** » Wed Jan 12, 2011 4:50 pm

The 74 710 m
a '42 Indian 841 motorcycle
a "61 Harley Davidson Sportster
Lots and lots of military surplus camping gear

nothing compared to David Dunn's stash

undysworld · Post by **undysworld** » Wed Jan 12, 2011 5:14 pm

Robin,

Nice ride. Which suspension does your car have?

One of the owners near me also has an original Cobra. I try to keep from drooling on it.

Radar4xfour,

I like the Bombi. I want (need) one for my backyard ski run.

spandit · Post by **spandit** » Wed Jan 12, 2011 5:16 pm

undysworld wrote:Robin,

Nice ride. Which suspension does your car have?

It's bespoke Gardner Douglas racing suspension. Chassis is here:

David Dunn · Post by **David Dunn** » Wed Jan 12, 2011 5:55 pm

Gee Andre,
Guess it's time check the sand box...

Pinz 716 P80 ( aka The Pink Cow)
Haflinger 700AP
LR 101 Vampire
Mighty Mite M422A1 ( plus more than it's weight in spares )
2 CF DART Supacat ATMPs ( w/ tracks)
CF DART Flipit trailer (Supacat)
RAF Bomb disposal trailer (Supacat)
Mk3 Sankey trailer
Mk2 Sankey #4 field kitchen trailer ( with 90% of the kit)... it would be impressive if I knew how to cook

and not a dime left over for a psychiatrist to have my head examine

David Dunn · Post by **David Dunn** » Wed Jan 12, 2011 6:43 pm

AZ712DK wrote:36-26-34, 5'4', 121 lbs, 34 year old model with limited warranty.

The ultimate in high maintence.... I'll keep mine, and rent the other

No lifetime payment plan when you trade it in

HafWit · Post by **HafWit** » Wed Jan 12, 2011 7:24 pm

I wouldn't count on that Dave. What about all the "hidden costs" that may or may not come to light for years?

Cheers,
Greg

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