A little update from Eagles Nest
Hi race fans.....
I visited Ruth, Dennis & Brian Sanders facility this weekend and thought I'd share a little info on what's up at the west coast Sea Fury mecca known as Eagles Nest. The mood at the shop was very upbeat, as always. First and foremost, looks like Dreadnought is going to be sitting Reno 2004 out - still without her race engine, it's probably going to be well into next year before it gets back from the shop. I know, a sad thing but at least Argonaut is healthy and should be making the call to the pylons.
I talked briefly with Susan Miller (who has always been very involved with her husband Mike Brown's passion for air racing). 911 is in the process of getting her annual checkup/certification (looking as beautiful as ever) and both 911 and the Tigercat will be making the trip to Reno for the PRS to get some time on the course. Also, September Fury's new race engine should be delivered in the very near future, making her appearance at Reno 2004 almost a certainty.
As an interesting aside... the restoration of 924 (the late Frank Sanders Sea Fury) is coming along very nicely and if I had to hazard a guess, should be air worthy by this time next year. In the machine shop - there was a new air scoop for a P-82 under construction (no, this one is not for Double Threat or whatever name that 'ghost racer' goes by). Sorry, I can't recall who the scopp is being built for, but it was very exciting to learn that there is an active restoration ongoing for a twin mustang. Way cool
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But the real highlight of my visit culminated when I got to get behind the wheel of what has to be one of the sweetest rides at Eagles Nest - a fully restored 1931 Pearce Arrow. This car was actually owned by Grandpa Sanders, and you have to know that the setimental value of this meticulously preserved piece of automotive history is something that cannot be attached to any price tag. Brian Sanders has been doing a lot of mechanical work to the auto, and I must say - she drives every bit as good as she looks. Just another of the way cool things at one of the friendliest places to go. Thanks to Brian, Dennis & Ruth for once again making my visit to Eagles Nest a happy and memorable one.
Well, that's about it. I will be making regular visits up north and will be sure to try to keep everyone updated on "what's up" at the nest. Till next time - you're six is clear.
Mark K...
I visited Ruth, Dennis & Brian Sanders facility this weekend and thought I'd share a little info on what's up at the west coast Sea Fury mecca known as Eagles Nest. The mood at the shop was very upbeat, as always. First and foremost, looks like Dreadnought is going to be sitting Reno 2004 out - still without her race engine, it's probably going to be well into next year before it gets back from the shop. I know, a sad thing but at least Argonaut is healthy and should be making the call to the pylons.
I talked briefly with Susan Miller (who has always been very involved with her husband Mike Brown's passion for air racing). 911 is in the process of getting her annual checkup/certification (looking as beautiful as ever) and both 911 and the Tigercat will be making the trip to Reno for the PRS to get some time on the course. Also, September Fury's new race engine should be delivered in the very near future, making her appearance at Reno 2004 almost a certainty.
As an interesting aside... the restoration of 924 (the late Frank Sanders Sea Fury) is coming along very nicely and if I had to hazard a guess, should be air worthy by this time next year. In the machine shop - there was a new air scoop for a P-82 under construction (no, this one is not for Double Threat or whatever name that 'ghost racer' goes by). Sorry, I can't recall who the scopp is being built for, but it was very exciting to learn that there is an active restoration ongoing for a twin mustang. Way cool
.But the real highlight of my visit culminated when I got to get behind the wheel of what has to be one of the sweetest rides at Eagles Nest - a fully restored 1931 Pearce Arrow. This car was actually owned by Grandpa Sanders, and you have to know that the setimental value of this meticulously preserved piece of automotive history is something that cannot be attached to any price tag. Brian Sanders has been doing a lot of mechanical work to the auto, and I must say - she drives every bit as good as she looks. Just another of the way cool things at one of the friendliest places to go. Thanks to Brian, Dennis & Ruth for once again making my visit to Eagles Nest a happy and memorable one.
Well, that's about it. I will be making regular visits up north and will be sure to try to keep everyone updated on "what's up" at the nest. Till next time - you're six is clear.
Mark K...
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) - but they can drive the 03 Cobra anytime they want. I'll be sure to make the offer next time I go up.
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