ratnacage Posted January 7, 2007 Report Share Posted January 7, 2007 I like to think that being older and wiser (ripe 'ol 38) that I can't be taunted or made to be irresponsible like back in the day.... so I'm driving home from work Saturday at around 6:30 pm, minding my own business in the middle lane. I am usually pretty alert to my surroundings and notice a set of headlights coming up fairly quickly in the left lane - not crazy fast, but considerably faster than the traffic around me. I also notice another set of headlights maneuvering through traffic behind that car. Turns out the lead car is a 944 convertible so I jump in behind him and match speed. As the second car gets closer I notice the distinctive Camaro headlight pattern. I manage to stay in front of him and I can tell he's a little annoyed that he can't pass me due to the moderate traffic (85 isn't fast enough?). My exit is approaching so I go to the far right lane and the Camaro passes and lets me know what he thinks by downshifting as he passes (he was packing something cuz it didn't sound stock). I exited the freeway onto a lightly used three lane feeder (aka "Frontage" road for those of you not from the south). The next stop light is about 1/4 mile down the road and since the right two lanes are occupied, I maneuver to pull up to the light in the left lane. Well, wouldn't know, the 944 and the Camaro (SS) are the other two cars up front - the stars and planets had indeed aligned. Of course we all know what has to happen, I mean, here I am lined up with an arch-rival bow-tie and a token import, both of whom previously were "calling me out." I watched the cross light turn yellow and waited for our green. As soon as our light turned green I heard the squeak of the 944's tires as he jumped and the roar of the SS next to him. As much as I tried to feather, I couldn't keep my tires stuck to the pavement, but I continued forward staying even with the 944 and SS. I shifted to second and immediately lit my tires up again, right to red-line, about the time we hit 45mph I finally hooked up and and broke away quickly from the 944 - he was no longer a factor. It was now just me and the SS. I continued through 3rd slowly pulling away, but not by much - he was still near my rear quarter. In to 4th I maintained the edge and slowly began increasing the gap between us until he finally gave up and backed off. Comfortable in victory, I let off and we each exchanged a wave as I took my next turn and he continued on. ah, the good old days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moabman Posted January 7, 2007 Report Share Posted January 7, 2007 Sounds like those 4.10s came through for you! The WMS must have worked pretty well too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RUFDRAFT Posted January 7, 2007 Report Share Posted January 7, 2007 Lucky guy! Good kill! :happy feet: All I'm getting is Magnums and Chargers.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carnut Posted January 7, 2007 Report Share Posted January 7, 2007 I haven't too many want to play with the Shelby, most just want to taunt so they can see how you run Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RUFDRAFT Posted January 7, 2007 Report Share Posted January 7, 2007 Oh, I get a lot of those. Everything from pickups to Civics! For what I'm paying for 93 octane (and tires) - I don't usually accomodate the requests! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Secondo Posted May 1, 2007 Report Share Posted May 1, 2007 Sweet story and good job Ratnacage... Put a smile on my face. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tx Shelby Posted May 1, 2007 Report Share Posted May 1, 2007 Ah now isn't it nice to slay the dragon when he is really only a lizard (aka 944) now for the SS these guy's need to be spanked as often as possible thanks for sharing..for those of us who are WAITING for our own mighty Shelby Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KobraII Posted May 2, 2007 Report Share Posted May 2, 2007 Lucky guy! Good kill! :happy feet: All I'm getting is Magnums and Chargers.... Magnums aren't something to be taken lightly. I've rode in a RT Magnum, and they haul more ass than the cargo area can hold. The Magnum in question is my friend's father. He owned one at a certain time, but had to give it up because the payments were too expensive. Now he drives a blacked out Taurus Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1badsho Posted May 2, 2007 Report Share Posted May 2, 2007 I like to think that being older and wiser (ripe 'ol 38) that I can't be taunted or made to be irresponsible like back in the day.... so I'm driving home from work Saturday at around 6:30 pm, minding my own business in the middle lane. I am usually pretty alert to my surroundings and notice a set of headlights coming up fairly quickly in the left lane - not crazy fast, but considerably faster than the traffic around me. I also notice another set of headlights maneuvering through traffic behind that car. Turns out the lead car is a 944 convertible so I jump in behind him and match speed. As the second car gets closer I notice the distinctive Camaro headlight pattern. I manage to stay in front of him and I can tell he's a little annoyed that he can't pass me due to the moderate traffic (85 isn't fast enough?). My exit is approaching so I go to the far right lane and the Camaro passes and lets me know what he thinks by downshifting as he passes (he was packing something cuz it didn't sound stock). I exited the freeway onto a lightly used three lane feeder (aka "Frontage" road for those of you not from the south). The next stop light is about 1/4 mile down the road and since the right two lanes are occupied, I maneuver to pull up to the light in the left lane. Well, wouldn't know, the 944 and the Camaro (SS) are the other two cars up front - the stars and planets had indeed aligned. Of course we all know what has to happen, I mean, here I am lined up with an arch-rival bow-tie and a token import, both of whom previously were "calling me out." I watched the cross light turn yellow and waited for our green. As soon as our light turned green I heard the squeak of the 944's tires as he jumped and the roar of the SS next to him. As much as I tried to feather, I couldn't keep my tires stuck to the pavement, but I continued forward staying even with the 944 and SS. I shifted to second and immediately lit my tires up again, right to red-line, about the time we hit 45mph I finally hooked up and and broke away quickly from the 944 - he was no longer a factor. It was now just me and the SS. I continued through 3rd slowly pulling away, but not by much - he was still near my rear quarter. In to 4th I maintained the edge and slowly began increasing the gap between us until he finally gave up and backed off. Comfortable in victory, I let off and we each exchanged a wave as I took my next turn and he continued on. ah, the good old days. hell ... my little episode of being pulled over a few weeks ago by my State Trooper is still fresh in my mind ... been driving like a boy scout .. the past week .. even with my stage II ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RUFDRAFT Posted May 2, 2007 Report Share Posted May 2, 2007 +1 One must be very selective when one engages a bogey. Smokey the Bear has a way of being in the wrong place at the right time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1badsho Posted May 2, 2007 Report Share Posted May 2, 2007 Isnt that the dam truth ... I wasnt looking .. I never saw the state trooper ... and dam .. if i hadnt slowed backed down so quick .. doing the posted speed limit .. i would have made it to the dealership .. sipping my tea .... and no worries .. but nope ... as soon as I passed this one yeewho .... and with close to 660 hp ... u can get up from 45 to 75 in a sec or so ... as most know .. and thats when he clocked me I must learn the art of engaging the bogey master ... in more artful manner .. pls master ... train me better Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RUFDRAFT Posted May 2, 2007 Report Share Posted May 2, 2007 There are many parameters to learn, my son. Here is the first: One's vision becomes narrowly focused when a target is aquired. One must learn to reject the impulse - and scan all horizons and evaluate the possible threat. If one's instincts raise any sort of threat - power down. If, however, the horizon is clear - engage and take names. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1badsho Posted May 2, 2007 Report Share Posted May 2, 2007 thank you oh wise and clever master :bowdown: I will take heed and follow your rules of engagement with passion Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alloy Dave Posted May 2, 2007 Report Share Posted May 2, 2007 There are many parameters to learn, my son. Here is the first: One's vision becomes narrowly focused when a target is aquired. One must learn to reject the impulse - and scan all horizons and evaluate the possible threat. If one's instincts raise any sort of threat - power down. If, however, the horizon is clear - engage and take names. Engage this.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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RUFDRAFT Posted May 2, 2007 Report Share Posted May 2, 2007 Ruf did not click on sick pic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Secondo Posted May 2, 2007 Report Share Posted May 2, 2007 There are many parameters to learn, my son. Here is the first: One's vision becomes narrowly focused when a target is aquired. One must learn to reject the impulse - and scan all horizons and evaluate the possible threat. If one's instincts raise any sort of threat - power down. If, however, the horizon is clear - engage and take names. I like this Ruf... Also, one must also keep trained eye out for unmarked threats. There's a trooper here in CT that'll get 'ya he drives an unmarked Intrepid that lights up like a Christmas tree if he bags you... But there's always a clue- it's the only Intrepid i've seen with black steel wheels and dog-dish hubcaps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1badsho Posted May 2, 2007 Report Share Posted May 2, 2007 Ruf did not click on sick pic. master always taught 1bad never to engage in sick pic ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Secondo Posted May 2, 2007 Report Share Posted May 2, 2007 Ohh that's bad I clicked too fast on sic pic!! :eek5: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RUFDRAFT Posted May 2, 2007 Report Share Posted May 2, 2007 What concerns Ruf is that AD knew where to locate sic pic.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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