Cobra Completion Fundraiser for 767Jockey

[767Jockey]

Guys,
I spent about an hour on the phone with Ed yesterday, and he asked me to post this on this thread to let all of you know what he's up to and why he's been less active than usual on the forum here. Ed's doing just fine, he's been buried in snow all winter, apparently much more than usual. He just got about a foot Tuesday night, with more forecast for later yesterday and last night. His heater is very expensive to run and doesn't work all that well, so in very cold conditions like he had this winter he can't work in the shop. The bottom line is his shop has been buttoned up and unused all winter. He's got a few projects in there that he's trying to get to, of course my car is in there, as well as the former CaptEddie car, and a couple of other Cobra's. Once winter breaks it's icy grip up in Western Michigan Ed will be at it again.

Of course you're all aware of his loss of internet service, that is the main reason he's not been on the forum here. He has a dial up modem that he's trying to hook up, but has not been very successful with. He intends to drive around maybe once a week and look for WiFi hot spots to get on the forum and check in.

I was able to get my former aluminum stroker engine down to Jay Nordstrom recently, what a pleasure to meet him. Jay, I hope you enjoy the engine, it's a beauty. I'll sure miss having it, but I know you'll find a ride that will give it a proud and proper home. Guys, if you haven't had the chance to meet Jay, he's a true gentleman and a great guy to hang around with. I got to spend about an hour or so in his "man cave" and what a great time that was. Incredible cars and some good friends. Thanks again, Jay. The three day drive beat me up pretty good, and the hour or so rest was much appreciated.

Well, that's about it from this end, one day soon, Ed says the build of my car will start, and I hope all of you will enjoy it as much as I will. I would be remiss in not thanking all of you yet again for the incredible outpouring of support and generosity. You are all incredible guys, thank you all so much. I have an appointment in late May that will tell me a lot about how effective all the treatment was, and I should have a reasonable idea on where my life is going to go after that. Either way, you guys gave me something great to look forward to during some incredibly dark days when I was so sick during treatment, and I can't thank you all enough for that.

Spring is coming to the North, and it's here in Texas in a big way - everyone get out and enjoy those beautiful Cobras. I hope to join you all one day. Thanks again !

Doug

[CobraEd]

Originally Posted by 767Jockey

I was able to get my former aluminum stroker engine down to Jay Nordstrom recently, what a pleasure to meet him. Jay, I hope you enjoy the engine, it's a beauty. I'll sure miss having it, but I know you'll find a ride that will give it a proud and proper home. Guys, if you haven't had the chance to meet Jay, he's a true gentleman and a great guy to hang around with. I got to spend about an hour or so in his "man cave" and what a great time that was. Incredible cars and some good friends. Thanks again, Jay. The three day drive beat me up pretty good, and the hour or so rest was much appreciated.

I have been on this forum for ten years. In the old days Jay would post all the time. Now he never posts. He is a hell of a good man. I remember him from the first Spring Fling. Tell him I said hello.


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[FatBoy]

Doug,

Something arrived in the post today for you...



It's getting closer.

Paul

[767Jockey]

WoooooHooooo! Can't wait, Paul!
I'm slowly regaining my strength and energy, I'm really looking forward to this. Thanks a million again, I can't say thank you enough.
Doug

[FatBoy]

Originally Posted by 767Jockey

Thanks a million again, I can't say thank you enough.

You don't need to, just get well and get over here.

Have you had any further thoughts about what else you'd like to do while you're here? As an airman, you might enjoy the Imperial War Museum at Duxford - IWM Duxford - Europe's premier aviation museum .

In the meantime, take care of yourself.

Paul

[767Jockey]

Originally Posted by FatBoy

You don't need to, just get well and get over here.

Have you had any further thoughts about what else you'd like to do while you're here? As an airman, you might enjoy the Imperial War Museum at Duxford - IWM Duxford - Europe's premier aviation museum .

In the meantime, take care of yourself.

Paul

Paul,
Tha air museum looks great, but I don't want to put you out. Whatever you'd like to do is fine with me - I'm just so thankful for what you're doing. I'll be there!My bigest concern is how I'll ever be able to adequately thak you, and of course all the great guys here on the site.

Doug

[FatBoy]

Originally Posted by 767Jockey

Paul,
Tha air museum looks great, but I don't want to put you out. Whatever you'd like to do is fine with me - I'm just so thankful for what you're doing. I'll be there!My bigest concern is how I'll ever be able to adequately thak you, and of course all the great guys here on the site.

Doug

Don't worry about it. I've been through the same grinding mill that you're going through, so I know how important it is to have a good support structure around you.
If you've not visited the UK before, it will be my pleasure to show you around. Left me know if there is anything you particularly want to see and I'll try to get something arranged. It would be a shame to come over here and not see or do what you to.
Have a great Easter weekend.

Paul