I think I'm done
 

I'm just not sure my heart is in building the TA any more. I just want something that I can drive instead of being in the garage working on the car. That was why I was asking about great driving cars a little while ago. The vibration issue that I can't get figured out isn't helping. I also feel like I'm running out of time that I can spare to work on the car. Truth be told, if everything went the way I wish it would I would probably sell the car anyway to get something more civil. As much as I dream about having the TA the way I want, I think it might be best to leave it as a dream instead of making it reality and being disappointed. Any one been in this position before? Suggestions?

Thanks for listening.

Trey ----


Try as we might - we often loose sight of what part it is that we like about the car hobby... and that is what it is... a hobby. When it becomes a BURDEN - that's when you pull the plug and do whatever it is that's "next".

That burden can be financial - or time - or both - or maybe it's just been so dang long - that the world passed your build by.....

Bottom line --- if you're not in to it anymore --- move it down the road. Don't care about how much money you've "invested" - or time you have in to it.

BTW -- Dreamin' is just one part of the process.

I agree with Greg. Once cars (or any hobby) become a headache or take to much time away from my family I'm not interested.

My aunt passed away last year, my mom passed away this January (cancer), my sister passed away this February right after my mom (cancer), and my wife grandmother passed away 2 weeks ago (cancer).

I've always new family and friends are important but things like people passing just make you realize it more.
Hobbies can wait.

I say sell the car if your not into it and maybe find one done close to what you want and enjoy it? Do what's right for you and your sanity. If anything take a break from it and make a new plan of approach? Get help?

Ahmad

I hear you loud and clear. The term "choose your poison" huh?

Wat u thinking?

80's 90's or 00's

F body or ?????

Foreign or domestic?

We sure have alot of choices...first world problems hehehe

Personally, i chose a newer 911. Super reliable, very versatile. I've been camping in it, haul my mountain bikes, drive the piss out of it, I call it the scapel while my camaro is the hammer.
I can't pick which one i like better, the 911 does barely ever have the bonnet open though. While as the hot rod is always getting improved or trouble shot.

Anyways, good hunting.....

This is supposed to be fun right? :EmoteClueless:

I've had times when things weren't right with my car and it wasn't fun so I get it. Thankfully though, mainly because of a lot of help, I was able to work through the problems and made it fun again. You HAVE to keep them not only driveable but fun to drive or it gets tough fast.

The other day I took the "race" setup out of Barney, softened it all up, tied up the harnesses, put the floor mats back in and got it ready to just enjoy for a few months. First time I've done that in over a year even though I put about 1500 miles on it in the last 12 months. Now I just gotta get used to the fact that all I have to do is back it out of the driveway to drive it...

Exactly why I bought my 2017 Camaro SS 1LE. It's an absolute blast!

It has reinvigorate me to keep tinkering on the Nova.

I’d suggest taking a break from the car for a while. Hopefully it isn’t costing you anything to hang onto it for a bit. Focus your efforts on another aspect of your life and you may find the passion comes back. You may just be drained and you might find a little break is just what you need.

We see this thought pattern so often, and frankly I get it myself, a lot.
It's part of the sickness that comes with the obsession.

It comes in rounds with my friends, it seems there's always one of us down on his project and then the next month, he's picking the next guy up who's down on his.

Whatever you choose, don't regret it..

Yep, many know that struggle!

I'd also suggest taking a break on it if funds allow. Almost certain to be much harder/more expensive to buy it back in the future!

If you can pick up one of those used Bimmers or something and drive that awhile it should help you -- plus time -- ultimately decide what you want to do.

Good luck Trey.

Find a reliable shop to finish it and fix the vibration. You are going to take it in the shorts selling it in its current state so why not fix it and then decide whether to keep it or sell it.

Don