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Title: Hans' Lucky Day.
Post by: Bruce on January 29, 2005, 03:52:05 AM
No he didn't get laid (I think?).  
Last week I was in at AS BSing with Dan when a call came in from a shop in N Van looking for some 4 bolt MOMO wheels.  Its a pretty rare wheel, and Hans has had one wheel for many years.  Its the one he always has at the swap meets with a note on it looking for more.
Turns out a late convert had a full set and was stolen.  The joy riders ran the car until they broke the wheels.  The shop was looking for 2 wheels.  
A couple of days ago came word that the shop had given up looking, and that we could have the wheels for free!  Hans and I went over there yesterday and picked them up.  We even got the busted wheels, one of which can be repaired.   The shop was just around the corner from Scan Automotive, and we were greeted by a familiar face that hasn't been seen for many years.  It was Dana Craighead.  About 15 years ago he used to show his 51 split window Bug.
So now Hans has his full set and it only cost him a case of beer!  What a lucky score that was.
BTW, in case you are wondering, the big attraction to these wheels is that they are extremely light.  My guess is 10-11 lbs each.
Title: Hans' Lucky Day.
Post by: Needles on January 29, 2005, 07:11:48 AM
Is this the Dana that used to own D&B Automotive in N.V.? :huh:  
Title: Hans' Lucky Day.
Post by: Shane on January 29, 2005, 08:35:26 AM
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No he didn't get laid (I think?).  
Last week I was in at AS BSing with Dan when a call came in from a shop in N Van looking for some 4 bolt MOMO wheels.  Its a pretty rare wheel, and Hans has had one wheel for many years.  Its the one he always has at the swap meets with a note on it looking for more.
Turns out a late convert had a full set and was stolen.  The joy riders ran the car until they broke the wheels.  The shop was looking for 2 wheels.  
A couple of days ago came word that the shop had given up looking, and that we could have the wheels for free!  Hans and I went over there yesterday and picked them up.  We even got the busted wheels, one of which can be repaired.   The shop was just around the corner from Scan Automotive, and we were greeted by a familiar face that hasn't been seen for many years.  It was Dana Craighead.  About 15 years ago he used to show his 51 split window Bug.
So now Hans has his full set and it only cost him a case of beer!  What a lucky score that was.
BTW, in case you are wondering, the big attraction to these wheels is that they are extremely light.  My guess is 10-11 lbs each.
Could not go to a nicer more deserving guy, Its all about the Karma baby!!!! :rockon:  
Title: Hans' Lucky Day.
Post by: dannyboy on January 29, 2005, 08:56:22 AM
glad it all worked out!
Title: Hans' Lucky Day.
Post by: Hansk on January 29, 2005, 09:18:15 AM
Yes Ian , thats the Dana. Said he'd like to get the split back out to the local shows. Lets hope.
Bruce , I really really gotta thank you for making that connection for me and taking the time to go out there with me . Also , for the shop tour after, what a privilege, Awesome , Thankyou!
Thanks Shane, can't wait to see the D C .
Title: Hans' Lucky Day.
Post by: Hansk on January 29, 2005, 09:20:22 AM
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glad it all worked out!
Hey Dan, thank you too ;)  
Title: Hans' Lucky Day.
Post by: Shane on January 29, 2005, 09:46:37 AM
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Yes Ian , thats the Dana. Said he'd like to get the split back out to the local shows. Lets hope.
Bruce , I really really gotta thank you for making that connection for me and taking the time to go out there with me . Also , for the shop tour after, what a privilege, Awesome , Thankyou!
Thanks Shane, can't wait to see the D C .
Start growing that Mullet....
Cuz to ride in lowered and louvered, one must have a mullet :mullet:  
Title: Hans' Lucky Day.
Post by: GRK on January 29, 2005, 10:22:08 AM
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Start growing that Mullet....
Cuz to ride in lowered and louvered, one must have a mullet :mullet:
All  Right !!! :D  :mullet: I get a ride Today? :rockon:  :mullet:  Shane do you want to borrow some hair?
Title: Hans' Lucky Day.
Post by: Shane on January 29, 2005, 02:23:16 PM
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Start growing that Mullet....
Cuz to ride in lowered and louvered, one must have a mullet :mullet:
All  Right !!! :D  :mullet: I get a ride Today? :rockon:  :mullet:  Shane do you want to borrow some hair?
I am gonna grow a skullet :mullet:  
Title: Hans' Lucky Day.
Post by: dannyboy on January 29, 2005, 03:02:10 PM
damnit! i just cut mine off!
why didnt anybody warn me
 

we could rename the club dglm

the wicked air mullets!
Title: Hans' Lucky Day.
Post by: notchback on January 29, 2005, 03:11:30 PM
Sorry Shane that would be a Fade to Glory
Title: Hans' Lucky Day.
Post by: ehos on January 29, 2005, 04:56:28 PM
yeah yeah, blah blah blah..

WHAT HAPPENED TO THE SPLIT?  :)

J/k
Title: Hans' Lucky Day.
Post by: Hansk on January 29, 2005, 11:12:09 PM
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yeah yeah, blah blah blah..

WHAT HAPPENED TO THE SPLIT?  :)

J/k
It's okay , safe and sound :)  
Title: Hans' Lucky Day.
Post by: silas on January 30, 2005, 12:03:19 AM
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yeah yeah, blah blah blah..

WHAT HAPPENED TO THE SPLIT?  :)

J/k
It's okay , safe and sound :)
pics?
Title: Hans' Lucky Day.
Post by: btljuce on January 30, 2005, 11:01:42 AM
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yeah yeah, blah blah blah..

WHAT HAPPENED TO THE SPLIT?  :)

J/k
speaking of splits,  jp did you sell yours ?