Mt Tam I am's Driving Journal

Mt Tam I am · 12-23-2012, 10:35 AM

An Accura TL from Maryland decided to play with me on my home turf. The roads were wet, some parts seemed to have small streams running over them too. The TL was doing something weird and it took me a few turns to figure out why he was driving the way he was.

The Accura would slow down and lag a little compared to the car ahead of him then cut into the wrong lane and then punch out and catch the car ahead then do the same thing again. WTF? I realized he wanted the straightest place to pull away from me so he helped create a straight by cutting turns. I accelerated with him each time while staying in my own lane. To his surprise the cars ahead of him both turned off leaving just the two of us. My VDC came off and now I flashed and honked at him to pull over, as it is a 55 MPH zone. He tried to move but he was incapable of leaving me behind but when I got the chance I tried to pass him. A car was coming the other way so I had to abort the pass.

He got his car up to maybe 60-65 but he gave up slowing me down. He signaled that he would pull over and I just passed to save him this. He tried to stay with me but was gone after the first turn.

My Jag has been gone forever and was due back this same day, so I parked to the far left of the garage. Sadly the Z slept alone again last night.

I was told "Life is not a bowl of cherries". Apparently though, you can have a cherry fan.

Merry Christmas BC20

Mt Tam I am · 12-24-2012, 10:59 AM

A tree came down yesterday taking out the power and blocking the road, so I am writing this on generator power.

GaleForce · 01-01-2013, 09:07 AM

That is an absolutely stunning vehicle!

blackcherry20 · 01-01-2013, 09:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GaleForce

That is an absolutely stunning vehicle!

sigh.

I forgot for a long long time how much i liked cars....having children distracted me but I'm back

they make me smile

Mt Tam I am · 01-01-2013, 09:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GaleForce

That is an absolutely stunning vehicle!

Quote:

Originally Posted by blackcherry20

sigh.

I forgot for a long long time how much i liked cars....having children distracted me but I'm back

they make me smile

Thanks to both of you. Happy New Year.

Mt Tam I am · 01-01-2013, 10:10 PM

Today is my 19th anniversary, so I washed my car and went out for a wonderful meal with all the stops pulled out. The valet parked my Z next to a Ferrari California on the way in. Oysters Bingo led off but I digress.

We left and got behind a fast moving Subaru. He pulled over after a short distance and I took off. Normally my little lady does not like fast driving and will voice her dissatisfaction, but tonight was different. After three clear miles we encountered cars. I had turned off VDC and was thinking about passing, but out of respect for her I resigned myself to following some jerks.
When she said surprisingly "Aren't you going to pass this guy?" I did not think twice. I flew past him setting me up for the next car to pass. Perfect except now I have made my honey uncomfortable by going over 80 MPH in the dark, passing. I slowed down a bit and we were again alone on the road for a clear ride home.

She is a keeper.

blackcherry20 · 01-02-2013, 10:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mt Tam I am

Today is my 19th anniversary, so I washed my car and went out for a wonderful meal with all the stops pulled out. The valet parked my Z next to a Ferrari California on the way in. Oysters Bingo led off but I digress.

We left and got behind a fast moving Subaru. He pulled over after a short distance and I took off. Normally my little lady does not like fast driving and will voice her dissatisfaction, but tonight was different. After three clear miles we encountered cars. I had turned off VDC and was thinking about passing, but out of respect for her I resigned myself to following some jerks.
When she said surprisingly "Aren't you going to pass this guy?" I did not think twice. I flew past him setting me up for the next car to pass. Perfect except now I have made my honey uncomfortable by going over 80 MPH in the dark, passing. I slowed down a bit and we were again alone on the road for a clear ride home.

She is a keeper.

Congrats on the anniversary

I am guessing you decided awhile ago that she was a keeper!

And I am guessing she goosed you to pass because she knows you after 19 years

Mt Tam I am · 01-02-2013, 12:48 PM

So it is 45 degrees, clear and sunny yet moisture remains under the trees.
I got the message my Fob battery is low and will need to deal with it.

I got right out onto the road, tested the brakes when somebody failed to look, he waved sorry, and back on the gas I went. Briefly stuck behind someone before they went left and I right. I wound out second gear hit third, slowed for a turn and back hard on the gas. This kept up until I met a mini cooper who was hussling along. He did not pull off but slowed and let me by him so he could try and keep up with me. I never saw him again until we got to the stop light and a string of cars.

I hope Walgreens has the battery I need.

Hookah · 01-29-2013, 08:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mt Tam I am

Today is my 19th anniversary, so I washed my car and went out for a wonderful meal with all the stops pulled out. The valet parked my Z next to a Ferrari California on the way in. Oysters Bingo led off but I digress.

We left and got behind a fast moving Subaru. He pulled over after a short distance and I took off. Normally my little lady does not like fast driving and will voice her dissatisfaction, but tonight was different. After three clear miles we encountered cars. I had turned off VDC and was thinking about passing, but out of respect for her I resigned myself to following some jerks.
When she said surprisingly "Aren't you going to pass this guy?" I did not think twice. I flew past him setting me up for the next car to pass. Perfect except now I have made my honey uncomfortable by going over 80 MPH in the dark, passing. I slowed down a bit and we were again alone on the road for a clear ride home.

She is a keeper.

I actually stood up from my chair and clapped at this part

I just saw your thread and I enjoy reading all of it. Keep up the great work! I watched the entire top of the morning video. I thought it was great, but might be more thrilling if you place your camera the way you do on the track.

grant · 01-05-2013, 04:23 PM

PTSD=Prius Tired Stupid Drivers
PTSD=Poorly Trained Slow Drivers

so many translations

blackcherry20 · 01-07-2013, 12:35 PM

Lol! Love it! I only watched 6 minutes (i'm at work) but I smiled the entire time! How fast was that van going? And now I know why people pull over for you! Car sounds amazing w ACDC playing in the background

:tip hat: thank you Tam!

blackcherry20 · 01-08-2013, 10:09 AM

Lovin' the personlized mention I got! LOL
You go 80!!!

with all those curves! I have never ever flashed my lights to get somebody to pull over for me....I was taught to only do that if it an emergency.....would not be comfortable doing it....so I just drive slow and fume

Your "tone" seems a bit offended that pedestrians are afraid of the silver bullet! LOL! I would step back to, if only to better admire the show!

Mt Tam I am · 01-08-2013, 11:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by blackcherry20

Lovin' the personlized mention I got! LOL
You go 80!!!

with all those curves! I have never ever flashed my lights to get somebody to pull over for me....I was taught to only do that if it an emergency.....would not be comfortable doing it....so I just drive slow and fume

Your "tone" seems a bit offended that pedestrians are afraid of the silver bullet! LOL! I would step back to, if only to better admire the show!

Did that last post seem like street racing to you? Triples did and removed it.

RE: Your "tone" seems a bit offended that pedestrians are afraid of the silver bullet! LOL! It is just that I have no intention of harming them and they seem to make a big show out of it. They feel the way they do so how can I argue with their interpretation. I do not relish putting them in this situation. I just want to drive in my lane, and hit nothing.

blackcherry20 · 01-08-2013, 12:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mt Tam I am

Did that last post seem like street racing to you? Triples did and removed it.

RE: Your "tone" seems a bit offended that pedestrians are afraid of the silver bullet! LOL! It is just that I have no intention of harming them and they seem to make a big show out of it. They feel the way they do so how can I argue with their interpretation. I do not relish putting them in this situation. I just want to drive in my lane, and hit nothing.

uhmmmm, it was a bit "frisky".

sorry it got removed.....anything even closely resembling breaking a law is dutifully removed.... Oh well. Tomorrow is a new day and a new opportunity to enjoy the drive

Mt Tam I am · 01-08-2013, 02:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by blackcherry20

uhmmmm, it was a bit "frisky".

sorry it got removed.....anything even closely resembling breaking a law is dutifully removed.... Oh well. Tomorrow is a new day and a new opportunity to enjoy the drive

I have a hard time figuring out why someone can write "I got a ticket for breaking the law, while another can describe the same event without being ticketed and is now racing suddenly. A moderator can actually describe how he would lie in wait for a wheel thief, so as to kill him, and this is a legal post. I am beginning to feel that all my solo driving could be considered racing too.

Today I brought a camera. Tonight I'll post my greasy drive. This was a less enjoyable drive as the wet, cold road lacked some grip. Less, but still wouldn't miss a moment of it! VDC on and I still slipped a bit.

12-23-2012, 10:35 AM	#1 (permalink)
Mt Tam I am A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: California Posts: 10,709 Drives: 370Z T/S/N 6MT & XKE Rep Power: 3844	An Accura TL from Maryland decided to play with me on my home turf. The roads were wet, some parts seemed to have small streams running over them too. The TL was doing something weird and it took me a few turns to figure out why he was driving the way he was. The Accura would slow down and lag a little compared to the car ahead of him then cut into the wrong lane and then punch out and catch the car ahead then do the same thing again. WTF? I realized he wanted the straightest place to pull away from me so he helped create a straight by cutting turns. I accelerated with him each time while staying in my own lane. To his surprise the cars ahead of him both turned off leaving just the two of us. My VDC came off and now I flashed and honked at him to pull over, as it is a 55 MPH zone. He tried to move but he was incapable of leaving me behind but when I got the chance I tried to pass him. A car was coming the other way so I had to abort the pass. He got his car up to maybe 60-65 but he gave up slowing me down. He signaled that he would pull over and I just passed to save him this. He tried to stay with me but was gone after the first turn. My Jag has been gone forever and was due back this same day, so I parked to the far left of the garage. Sadly the Z slept alone again last night. I was told "Life is not a bowl of cherries". Apparently though, you can have a cherry fan. Merry Christmas BC20 GaleForce likes this. __________________ "Does the carpet match the drapes? NO!!! I don't date bald women." Nissan Motorsports 34R Oil Cooler. Stillen CBE. Hotchkis Sport Sway Bars. KW Variant 3 Coilover System. Stillen Gen3 CAI. Michelin Pilot Super Sport. Stillen Brake Ducts. Carbotech™ XP10/XP8 Pads. Z1 Front Rotors. Z1 Stainless Brake Lines. Two degrees of camber

12-24-2012, 10:59 AM	#2 (permalink)
Mt Tam I am A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: California Posts: 10,709 Drives: 370Z T/S/N 6MT & XKE Rep Power: 3844	A tree came down yesterday taking out the power and blocking the road, so I am writing this on generator power. __________________ "Does the carpet match the drapes? NO!!! I don't date bald women." Nissan Motorsports 34R Oil Cooler. Stillen CBE. Hotchkis Sport Sway Bars. KW Variant 3 Coilover System. Stillen Gen3 CAI. Michelin Pilot Super Sport. Stillen Brake Ducts. Carbotech™ XP10/XP8 Pads. Z1 Front Rotors. Z1 Stainless Brake Lines. Two degrees of camber

01-01-2013, 09:07 AM	#3 (permalink)
GaleForce A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 21,749 Drives: Varis Arising II Rep Power: 51866	That is an absolutely stunning vehicle! blackcherry20 likes this. __________________ >>>GaleForce's Build<<< >>>FaceBook @3GsCustoms<<<>>>Instagram @GaleForce370z<<< Varis Kamikaze-Z

01-01-2013, 10:10 PM	#6 (permalink)
Mt Tam I am A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: California Posts: 10,709 Drives: 370Z T/S/N 6MT & XKE Rep Power: 3844	Today is my 19th anniversary, so I washed my car and went out for a wonderful meal with all the stops pulled out. The valet parked my Z next to a Ferrari California on the way in. Oysters Bingo led off but I digress. We left and got behind a fast moving Subaru. He pulled over after a short distance and I took off. Normally my little lady does not like fast driving and will voice her dissatisfaction, but tonight was different. After three clear miles we encountered cars. I had turned off VDC and was thinking about passing, but out of respect for her I resigned myself to following some jerks. When she said surprisingly "Aren't you going to pass this guy?" I did not think twice. I flew past him setting me up for the next car to pass. Perfect except now I have made my honey uncomfortable by going over 80 MPH in the dark, passing. I slowed down a bit and we were again alone on the road for a clear ride home. She is a keeper. GaleForce, blackcherry20 and windlan947 like this. __________________ "Does the carpet match the drapes? NO!!! I don't date bald women." Nissan Motorsports 34R Oil Cooler. Stillen CBE. Hotchkis Sport Sway Bars. KW Variant 3 Coilover System. Stillen Gen3 CAI. Michelin Pilot Super Sport. Stillen Brake Ducts. Carbotech™ XP10/XP8 Pads. Z1 Front Rotors. Z1 Stainless Brake Lines. Two degrees of camber

01-02-2013, 12:48 PM	#8 (permalink)
Mt Tam I am A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: California Posts: 10,709 Drives: 370Z T/S/N 6MT & XKE Rep Power: 3844	So it is 45 degrees, clear and sunny yet moisture remains under the trees. I got the message my Fob battery is low and will need to deal with it. I got right out onto the road, tested the brakes when somebody failed to look, he waved sorry, and back on the gas I went. Briefly stuck behind someone before they went left and I right. I wound out second gear hit third, slowed for a turn and back hard on the gas. This kept up until I met a mini cooper who was hussling along. He did not pull off but slowed and let me by him so he could try and keep up with me. I never saw him again until we got to the stop light and a string of cars. I hope Walgreens has the battery I need. __________________ "Does the carpet match the drapes? NO!!! I don't date bald women." Nissan Motorsports 34R Oil Cooler. Stillen CBE. Hotchkis Sport Sway Bars. KW Variant 3 Coilover System. Stillen Gen3 CAI. Michelin Pilot Super Sport. Stillen Brake Ducts. Carbotech™ XP10/XP8 Pads. Z1 Front Rotors. Z1 Stainless Brake Lines. Two degrees of camber

01-05-2013, 04:23 PM	#10 (permalink)
grant Base Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: Georgia Posts: 128 Drives: AMG C43 Rep Power: 14	PTSD=Prius Tired Stupid Drivers PTSD=Poorly Trained Slow Drivers so many translations Mt Tam I am and blackcherry20 like this.

01-07-2013, 12:35 PM	#11 (permalink)
blackcherry20 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2012 Location: Southern Ohio Posts: 22,749 Drives: ‘17 badazz Z51 Rep Power: 240460	Lol! Love it! I only watched 6 minutes (i'm at work) but I smiled the entire time! How fast was that van going? And now I know why people pull over for you! Car sounds amazing w ACDC playing in the background :tip hat: thank you Tam! __________________ Grand Sport Corvette Arctic White

01-08-2013, 10:09 AM	#12 (permalink)
blackcherry20 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2012 Location: Southern Ohio Posts: 22,749 Drives: ‘17 badazz Z51 Rep Power: 240460	Lovin' the personlized mention I got! LOL You go 80!!! with all those curves! I have never ever flashed my lights to get somebody to pull over for me....I was taught to only do that if it an emergency.....would not be comfortable doing it....so I just drive slow and fume Your "tone" seems a bit offended that pedestrians are afraid of the silver bullet! LOL! I would step back to, if only to better admire the show! __________________ Grand Sport Corvette Arctic White

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