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  1. rcollum

    rcollum Karting

    Sep 17, 2007
    53
    Northern VA
    Full Name:
    Bob Collum
    #201 rcollum, May 29, 2010
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  2. rcollum

    rcollum Karting

    Sep 17, 2007
    53
    Northern VA
    Full Name:
    Bob Collum
    #202 rcollum, May 29, 2010
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  3. Bobert

    Bobert Formula Junior

    Jan 17, 2004
    277
    Oak Hill VA
    #203 Bobert, May 29, 2010
    Last edited: May 29, 2010
    Wish I could have been there but am down at FCWT Junior National Golf Championship watching my daughter play in Florida. Next week I will be at her college registration. But the following Saturday I hope to make it!

    Looks like some neat cars were there today! A Happy & Safe Memorial Day to all of you!

    Bobert
     
  4. Jon7

    Jon7 Karting

    Jan 30, 2004
    204
    VA
    Full Name:
    Jon
    #204 Jon7, Jun 4, 2010
    I may finally stop by this Saturday. Anyone else plan on going?
     
  5. scoper

    scoper Karting

    Sep 23, 2007
    97
    Bethesda, Maryland
    Full Name:
    Alan
    #205 scoper, Jun 4, 2010
    I am if the weather cooperates
     
  6. Bryanp

    Bryanp F1 Rookie

    Aug 13, 2002
    3,822
    Santa Fe, NM
    #206 Bryanp, Jun 5, 2010
    Had a very nice chat w/ Allie Ash this morning who brought his F40.
     
  7. michael bayer

    michael bayer Formula 3

    Aug 4, 2004
    1,293
    #207 michael bayer, Jun 5, 2010
    IT WAS A GREAT DAY THOUGH WHAT WAS ONCE A MOSTLY VINTAGE (CARBURATOR) CAR GATHERING IS SLOWLY BEING OVERWHELMED BY ORDINARY NEW STUFF. IT WAS GREAT TO SEE OLLI IN GOOD TRIM. BY FAR THE COOLEST CAR OF THE MORNING WAS A MARVELOUS GREEN/TAN AC BRISTOL ACECA IN ALL ITS SPRUCE FRAME, ALLOY BODY GLORY, BOUGHT FROM ITS ORIGINAL OWNER, STILL UNMOLLESTED AND DRIVEN! SADLY THERE WAS NO ROOM FOR IT UP FRONT AND IT WAS PARKED CLEAR IN THE BACK AND MISSED BY MOST. THERE ARE ALSO A GROWING COLLECTION OF VINTAGE MINIS IN VARIOUS STATES OF GO FAST THAT ARE REALLY FUN. THERE WAS ALSO A LOTUS SEVEN THAT WAS LIKELY SO FAST THAT YOU COULD THE SMELL FEAR FIVE FEET AWAY FROM IT. M
     
  8. michael bayer

    michael bayer Formula 3

    Aug 4, 2004
    1,293
    #208 michael bayer, Jun 5, 2010
    AC Aceca (1 of 151)

    Aceca
    Manufacturer AC Cars
    Production 1954–1963
    Class Grand tourer
    Engine(s) 2.0 or 2.6 L I6
    Transmission(s) 4-speed manual
    Wheelbase 90 in (2286 mm)[1]
    Length 153.5 in (3899 mm)[1]
    Width 61 in (1549 mm)[1]
    Curb weight 2120 lb (962 kg)
    The Aceca (pronounced "A-See-Ka") is a closed coupé from the British AC Cars company, produced from 1954 until 1963. The car originally had an AC engine but the similar Bristol-engined Aceca-Bristol was also available alogside the original from 1956 to 1963 when production of the engine ceased. A few cars were built from 1961 to 1963 with a 2553 cc tuned Ford Zephyr engine and sold as the Aceca 2.6.

    Based on the open two seat AC Ace, the Aceca was a hand-built grand tourer in the British tradition, with ash wood and steel tubing used in their construction. One notable feature was the hatchback at the rear, making the Aceca only the second car, after the 1953 Aston Martin DB2/4, to incorporate this element.

    151 Acecas, 169 Aceca-Bristols and 8 Ford-engined models were built when production halted in 1963.[2]

    The main difference between the Aceca and Aceca-Bristol was the engine. Both used a straight-6 unit, but the Aceca shared its 90 hp (67 kW), 1,991 cc (121.5 cu in) overhead camshaft AC engine with the lighter AC Ace, while the Aceca-Bristol used a 125 hp (93 kW) "D-Type" 2.0 L (1971 cc/120 in³) unit sourced from Bristol Cars. The Aceca-Bristol was also available with a milder "B-Type" Bristol engine of 105 hp (78 kW). The Bristol specification added $1000 to the Aceca's $5,400 price tag in the United States. In the UK the basic car cost £1722.[3]

    The front-end styling of the Ace and Aceca reportedly traces back to a design done by Pinin Farina for AC in the late 1940s.[citation needed] The car has exceptionally light weight owing to a tubular frame, aluminium engine block and aluminium body panels. Large 16" spoked road wheels, and almost perfect fore/aft weight distribution allowed exceptional handling on loose, dirt tracks. It also features front-wheel disc brakes (added in 1957), transverse "de Dion" leaf rear suspension, articulated rear half-axles, worm-gear steering, an optional overdrive on 2nd, 3rd & 4th gears, curved windshield, and leather covered bucket seats. The suspension is independent at the front and rear using transverse leaf springs.

    Aceca-Bristol
    The in-line six Bristol engine fitted to the Aceca-Bristol was based on a design from BMW with cast iron block and aluminium cylinder head. It has a single camshaft with pushrods running vertically to a rocker shaft on the inlet side of the engine and further horizontal pushrods running in 6 tubes over the top of the engine in order to reach the exhaust rockers. The two inclined rocker covers give the engine a similar appearance to an overhead - camshaft arrangement. Three inline Solex downdraft carburettors bolted directly to the cylinder head casting via small adaptor plates.

    Driving
    The car has a fairly hard ride owing to the stiff suspension and holds the road well in corners, with some oversteer. The narrow wheelbase is noticeable, though. On the downside, the 90 hp (67 kW) engine is best at higher rpm, so the 0-60 mph time is not exceptional. Other weaknesses include inadequate rear mirrors, even though the hatchback window affords a large rear view, a heating system that isn't suited for cold winters, and inadequate soundproofing for easy passenger conversation when cruising above 75 mph (121 km/h). The gear-shift is more solid than smooth and has synchromesh on 2nd, 3rd and 4th gears, only.
     
  9. rcollum

    rcollum Karting

    Sep 17, 2007
    53
    Northern VA
    Full Name:
    Bob Collum
    #209 rcollum, Jun 5, 2010
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  10. rcollum

    rcollum Karting

    Sep 17, 2007
    53
    Northern VA
    Full Name:
    Bob Collum
    #210 rcollum, Jun 5, 2010
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  11. 360Doctor

    360Doctor Formula Junior

    Jun 23, 2007
    376
    United States
    Full Name:
    Michael
    #211 360Doctor, Jun 5, 2010
    Somehow i feel like supporting US Men's soccer was not worth missing an F40! Upset at myself right now.
     
  12. Bisonte

    Bisonte F1 Veteran
    Rossa Subscribed

    Mar 27, 2007
    8,698
    Northern Virginia
    Full Name:
    Greg
    #212 Bisonte, Jun 5, 2010
    Nice pictures, thanks for sharing them. :)
     
  13. MBFerrari

    MBFerrari F1 Veteran

    Jul 2, 2008
    6,057
    NoVA
    Full Name:
    Matt B
    #213 MBFerrari, Jun 6, 2010
    Don't shoot 360Doctor; Ali brings it to various events in the area, you will get a chance to see it.

    MB
     
  14. FUNRARI

    FUNRARI Formula Junior

    Nov 5, 2008
    463
    Washington D.C.
    Full Name:
    Z
    #214 FUNRARI, Jun 7, 2010
    I've been meaning to check this out for a long time, see you all there!
     
  15. michael bayer

    michael bayer Formula 3

    Aug 4, 2004
    1,293
    #215 michael bayer, Jun 7, 2010
    Funrari As a guy who appreciates great old cars and the guys who own them, you will have a great time! M
     
  16. FUNRARI

    FUNRARI Formula Junior

    Nov 5, 2008
    463
    Washington D.C.
    Full Name:
    Z
    #216 FUNRARI, Jun 7, 2010
    Your right! I appreciate cars, old, new and in-between and I salute those who drive and maintain them instead of letting them gather dust in some warehouse..., the weather is suppose to be good this Saturday so I just might just do a sunrise run and take the long way to the village....

    Joie de vivre ;)
     
  17. Neonzapper

    Neonzapper F1 Rookie

    Oct 19, 2008
    2,580
    MD/FL/Philippines
    Full Name:
    Mykol
    #217 Neonzapper, Jun 8, 2010
    It's obvious from the photos, this is a fun event with great cars. I hope to make the gathering soon, but this weekend is out for me. Have fun everyone!

    Neon
     
  18. Bobert

    Bobert Formula Junior

    Jan 17, 2004
    277
    Oak Hill VA
    #218 Bobert, Jun 12, 2010
    Great turnout today. SLS was there and the new 4 door Aston Martin! Good variety of cars. Something for everyone!

    Bobert
     
  19. ferraritime

    ferraritime Karting

    Aug 22, 2007
    246
    Washington DC Area
    Full Name:
    Jerry H.
    #219 ferraritime, Jun 12, 2010
    If you're gonna tell everyone good turnout. . .at least post pics for those who missed. Sheesh! :)

    Sorry to have missed it.
     
  20. rcollum

    rcollum Karting

    Sep 17, 2007
    53
    Northern VA
    Full Name:
    Bob Collum
    #220 rcollum, Jun 12, 2010
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  21. rcollum

    rcollum Karting

    Sep 17, 2007
    53
    Northern VA
    Full Name:
    Bob Collum
    #221 rcollum, Jun 12, 2010
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  22. RaptorAKL

    RaptorAKL Formula Junior

    Nov 30, 2003
    452
    McLean, VA
    #222 RaptorAKL, Jun 12, 2010
    There was some pretty crazy stuff there today...F40, SLS AMG, Ford GT, Daytona, LP560-4 Spyder, 427 Cobra, etc!
     
  23. blown daytona

    blown daytona Formula 3

    Feb 6, 2008
    1,679
    maryland
    #223 blown daytona, Jun 12, 2010
    as usual real nice stuff. I have to make the drive there one day. was the 550 spyder for real or a replica? Thanks for the pics
     
  24. cheny4

    cheny4 Karting

    Feb 15, 2009
    130
    No VA
    Full Name:
    Cheny Y.
    #224 cheny4, Jun 12, 2010
    I have missed this four weeks in a row!!!!!!!!! No more work (or trips) on the weekends ... I'll be there next Saturday.
     
  25. FUNRARI

    FUNRARI Formula Junior

    Nov 5, 2008
    463
    Washington D.C.
    Full Name:
    Z
    #225 FUNRARI, Jun 13, 2010
    Great event, really had a great time, a wide variety of hardware, I may see you next Sat!
     
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