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Monthly Archives: March 2019

Smell the Roses

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With all the hustle and bustle, sometimes it’s nice to look at accomplishments, whether large or small we humans need something to give us meaning in life! Being idle is not healthy and I can’t imagine what I’d be doing if it weren’t for my little Texaco Station and things that go on;) Pics can […]

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Wildfire XLT 9000lb 4 post car lift

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  Hi, dne’ here;)  When looking for a 4 post lift, I had done like pretty much like everyone else I’m sure (search the internet and see what people are saying), what are the factors? Cost, bang for the buck, quality, etc. I found Wildfire lifts on the Houston Craigslist and took a chance and […]

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What was your first car?

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Hey, dne’ here! A monumental moment in life, getting your first car!  (I’m not talking new cars like today!!!)  It was a life changing event as it gave us freedom to roam the roads, become a little more independent, and become one with our first ride! For most, we took great pride even though it […]

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Gantry crane (Taller is better)

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G-mornin, Dne’ here;)  At our old house before Harvey, I had fabricated this lift to actually move jet skiis around, but that never happened but wound up being a valuable asset to my shop! However, it was never quite high enough, and I didn’t design it to be extendable.:) Homemade Gantry crane  Link to the […]

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67 Mustang clutch safety switch

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Gee, I’m blogging again! Life in the shop is pretty much full-time trying to get my 67 Mustang back on the road! So, a safety switch for the clutch in a 67 Mustang? Did it ever have one? The almighty search engine doesn’t reveal one to me:(  Guess I’ll have to make one;)     […]

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McCane’s Automotive Enterprises

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Howdy everyone, yes, it’s me Dne’, your hostess and classic car enthusiast of Classic Cars and Tools;)  Let’s get to it! One of the most important parts for a performance upgrade would be in the differential~  for me, now is a good time to upgrade many things including the third-member, pumpkin, chunk, or whatever they’re […]

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Randy’s Driveshaft Service

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Hi fellow car enthusiast car folks! Dne’ here with another informative blog and progress on my 67 Mustang! Many people don’t give a driveshaft much thought, it’s just something under the car of which one will never see, or appreciate! It’s incredibly important and without it, we’d go nowhere fast! 😉   Well, I called […]

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