Greetings all. I just completed an exhilerating early evening rip through
the backroads of Northern San Diego. Narrow, wo lane highways all the way;
barely any traffic in either direction; very little development; lots of
wide open spaces, hairpin turns, mountain roads, valley roads with oak tree
canopies above, the smell of grass, cows, jasmine, etc. (I definitely
preferred the jasmine). As I drive my car more, the more confidence I'm
gaining -- and the harder I push for performance. I was doing 40 MPH on 25
MPH curves, lots of downshifting, heel and toe, revving up to just a bit
past 5,000 RPM -- that sort of thing. Really, REALLY enjoying myself.
I arrived home feeling absolutely energized and relaxed at the same time.
Wonderful feeling. Now, I'm wondering if it's such a wise thing to do -- to
push a 33-year-old car so hard. It sure feels good -- but am I asking for
trouble? Whaddya think?
Best wishes,
Jeff in San Diego
'67 RHD Spitfire Mk3 aka "Mrs. Jones"
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