~Capt Creole~
New Member
Getting what seems to be a pretty good deal next weekend.
1992 GTX that got sunk and restarted, not sure of condition. a 1996 GTI in good shape and a double trailer for $500.
I've seen pics and they seem to be in aesthetically decent shape.
Gonna do a compression check and a land run-up on the GTI.
Will dig into the GTX to see how much water damage there may be after I make sure the GTI is ready for July 4th weekend.
Looking forward to learning more about these. Already got service manuals downloaded for both and have been reading up.
I was a wrench turner in the Navy on fighter jets and eventually ran Maintenance Control in 3 F/A-18 squadrons and ended up on CAG staff as the F/A-18 class desk and flight deck control coordinator.
Total of 25 years active duty and then 4 years Marine Airwing Staff as a contractor.
Permanently retired at 49 years old and simplified life to the point that I really need a ski that sunk...LOL. Too much time on my hands between camping trips.
Figured the double trailer is worth the $500 investment, so what's the harm in making this a kind of hobby.
And while I'm wrenching on the sunken treasure, or anchor as the case may be, the kids and grandkids can enjoy the GTI.
I read the 717 is a beast of an engine, so I know they will enjoy tubing behind it.
Anyway, the name was my road name when I used to ride down in the Nawlins' area, but y'all can call me Bob if you like.
Looking forward to meeting the members and siphoning off some knowledge.
1992 GTX that got sunk and restarted, not sure of condition. a 1996 GTI in good shape and a double trailer for $500.
I've seen pics and they seem to be in aesthetically decent shape.
Gonna do a compression check and a land run-up on the GTI.
Will dig into the GTX to see how much water damage there may be after I make sure the GTI is ready for July 4th weekend.
Looking forward to learning more about these. Already got service manuals downloaded for both and have been reading up.
I was a wrench turner in the Navy on fighter jets and eventually ran Maintenance Control in 3 F/A-18 squadrons and ended up on CAG staff as the F/A-18 class desk and flight deck control coordinator.
Total of 25 years active duty and then 4 years Marine Airwing Staff as a contractor.
Permanently retired at 49 years old and simplified life to the point that I really need a ski that sunk...LOL. Too much time on my hands between camping trips.
Figured the double trailer is worth the $500 investment, so what's the harm in making this a kind of hobby.
And while I'm wrenching on the sunken treasure, or anchor as the case may be, the kids and grandkids can enjoy the GTI.
I read the 717 is a beast of an engine, so I know they will enjoy tubing behind it.
Anyway, the name was my road name when I used to ride down in the Nawlins' area, but y'all can call me Bob if you like.
Looking forward to meeting the members and siphoning off some knowledge.
