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Goin to Montana soon, Trailering the 911 back home |
worn |
Jul 17 2019, 09:55 AM
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can't remember Group: Members Posts: 3,153 Joined: 3-June 11 From: Madison, WI Member No.: 13,152 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
Edit. See last post on page 2. I did take the 911 to Montana. The engine failed after running the AC and getting the motor pretty hot. Ask me about service quality at the u-haul in Billings. On the other hand my fall back plan of trailering the Porsche back home is working. It helps to have a wife who is perfect and overflowing with courage. Would like to hear about your prediction for what is wrong with the motor.
Back to th3 unedited version below. My wife has traveled with me to Ockteener Fest, WCR and the return half of Rt 66. Now we are going to visit Polson Montana. She is incredibly brave I have to say. I just got the AC going in the 911 and my wife tends to wilt in the heat. On the other hand the 914 carries more cargo, also a plus with my darling. It will be the end of July. Trying to make the best choice and wondering whether the weather tends to start to cool off and dry out towards the end of July. Decisions. Both cars have sixes in them. |
GregAmy |
Jul 17 2019, 10:23 AM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 2,291 Joined: 22-February 13 From: Middletown CT Member No.: 15,565 Region Association: North East States |
Gonna raise you up a crop of dental floss...?
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rmital |
Jul 17 2019, 10:27 AM
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Northeast optimist Group: Members Posts: 1,947 Joined: 12-December 05 From: Park Ridge, NJ Member No.: 5,268 |
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dr914@autoatlanta.com |
Jul 17 2019, 10:44 AM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 7,850 Joined: 3-January 07 From: atlanta georgia Member No.: 7,418 Region Association: None |
absolutely the 911 if you love your wife. The main problem is driving with the windows open and all of the noise when one does not have ac. Hence the 911 is the better car, ac with the windows rolled up
My wife has traveled with me to Ockteener Fest, WCR and the return half of Rt 66. Now we are going to visit Polson Montana. She is incredibly brave I have to say. I just got the AC going in the 911 and my wife tends to wilt in the heat. On the other hand the 914 carries more cargo, also a plus with my darling. It will be the end of July. Trying to make the best choice and wondering whether the weather tends to start to cool off and dry out towards the end of July. Decisions. Both cars have sixes in them. |
mgp4591 |
Jul 17 2019, 01:33 PM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 5,370 Joined: 1-August 12 From: Salt Lake City Ut Member No.: 14,748 Region Association: Intermountain Region |
Gonna raise you up a crop of dental floss...? dam...just saw this...beat me to it.... Gonna be a mental toss flycoon... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/shades.gif) |
burton73 |
Jul 17 2019, 01:53 PM
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burton73 Group: Members Posts: 3,517 Joined: 2-January 07 From: Los Angeles Member No.: 7,414 Region Association: Southern California |
Gonna raise you up a crop of dental floss...? dam...just saw this...beat me to it.... Gonna be a mental toss flycoon... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/shades.gif) (yes I am) Take the 911. Plenty of room for clothing or take less with you. Bob B (IMG:style_emoticons/default/driving.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/slap.gif) |
Tdskip |
Jul 17 2019, 02:38 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 3,686 Joined: 1-December 17 From: soCal Member No.: 21,666 Region Association: None |
911
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bbrock |
Jul 17 2019, 03:03 PM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 5,269 Joined: 17-February 17 From: Montana Member No.: 20,845 Region Association: Rocky Mountains |
Compared to a Madison summer - no, it will not be hot at all. That said, it does tend to get hot and dry about this time of year and often very smoky, but this is not a normal year so all bets are off. Down here in the mountains outside Bozeman, they have predicted sunshine and 80s the majority of days for the last few weeks but I think we have broken 80 this year only once or twice and only briefly. Thundershowers have rolled in for at least a few hours every afternoon for weeks. That is to say it has been an unusually cool and wet summer but no telling how long this pattern will last.
For a more typical year, "hot" in the mountainous parts of the state is 80s to (rarely) low 90s with low humidity. I put hot in quotes because I grew up in eastern Kansas where hot was 90/80 (90+ degrees and 80+% humidity) so for us, it does not actually get "hot" here and when my family visits, they all wear jackets when even I think it is too warm. The average July high temp in Polson is 81F and it is down on the lake so will be cooler if you drive up in the mountains. I spent two insanely hot and muggy weeks in Madison one summer and you aren't going to experience anything like that here. Everyone has their own idea of comfort so I won't recommend which car, but if it were me, it would be teener hands down. I can drive day after day at 80 degrees with the top off though as long as the humidity is low. Getting across the Dakotas without melting may be the real trick. I WILL recommend that you drive the Going-to-the-Sun highway while you are there. You won't be able to drive fast, but some of the most spectacular scenery on the planet. Also, if your travels bring you along I-90 near Bozeman, you should stop and say hi, maybe grab a bite to eat, or even stay the night in our guest room. We are only 3 miles by road off the Interstate. |
Superhawk996 |
Jul 17 2019, 04:26 PM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 5,804 Joined: 25-August 18 From: Woods of N. Idaho Member No.: 22,428 Region Association: Galt's Gulch |
Also, if your travels bring you along I-90 near Bozeman, you should stop and say hi, maybe grab a bite to eat, or even stay the night in our guest room. We are only 3 miles by road off the Interstate. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) Brent is a spectacular host. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/first.gif) I stopped by on trip to/from Idaho. His work on reviving his chassis and attention to detail has to be seen to be believed. I vote 911. It's not Montana that will be hot but the plains states as Brent notes. On my return trip a few weeks ago it was in mid 90's, pretty humid, and not a lick of shade. Was glad for A/C. |
bbrock |
Jul 17 2019, 07:24 PM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 5,269 Joined: 17-February 17 From: Montana Member No.: 20,845 Region Association: Rocky Mountains |
BTW, this should clear up any questions about going to Montana
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HyLMwzDR4qY |
worn |
Jul 17 2019, 09:21 PM
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can't remember Group: Members Posts: 3,153 Joined: 3-June 11 From: Madison, WI Member No.: 13,152 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
BTW, this should clear up any questions about going to Montana https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HyLMwzDR4qY Man! After that, dental floss or not I am on my way. Whoopi tie yie aye. |
whitetwinturbo |
Jul 17 2019, 09:44 PM
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Honey, does this wing make my ass look fat? Group: Members Posts: 1,391 Joined: 22-October 11 From: Newport Beach/Kalefornya/USA Member No.: 13,704 Region Association: Southern California |
................A/C, skimpy ladies linen top and a happy wife is a happy life (IMG:style_emoticons/default/happy11.gif)
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SirAndy |
Jul 18 2019, 12:04 AM
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Resident German Group: Admin Posts: 41,634 Joined: 21-January 03 From: Oakland, Kalifornia Member No.: 179 Region Association: Northern California |
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KELTY360 |
Jul 18 2019, 09:58 AM
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914 Neferati Group: Members Posts: 5,031 Joined: 31-December 05 From: Pt. Townsend, WA Member No.: 5,344 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
If you're young at heart and adventurous, take the 914. If you're old, stodgy and require your creature comforts, take the 911. I'd take the 914 but I'm only 70.
Either way, check out the Beartooth Highway.....tons of fun and great scenery! Attached image(s) |
rudedude |
Jul 18 2019, 12:26 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 508 Joined: 1-January 05 From: minneapolis, mn Member No.: 3,387 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
Last august in missoula area it seemed like every day approached 100 degrees and also in July. It was cooler these last 2 weeks when I was there'd also more rain. I hope in early august when i am back it won't be as hot as last summer. The best part was I have never seen western montana look so green as it was last week.
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mepstein |
Jul 18 2019, 12:32 PM
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914-6 GT in waiting Group: Members Posts: 19,262 Joined: 19-September 09 From: Landenberg, PA/Wilmington, DE Member No.: 10,825 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
I'd take the 911 because any car without a/c sucks to drive when it's hot and raining.
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bbrock |
Jul 18 2019, 03:26 PM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 5,269 Joined: 17-February 17 From: Montana Member No.: 20,845 Region Association: Rocky Mountains |
Either way, check out the Beartooth Highway.....tons of fun and great scenery! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) Pay your respects to Kinau (our previous dog) after you crest the summit on your way to Cooke City. His ashes are up there. Then cruise through the Lamar Valley and up through Mammoth, Gardiner, and Livingston. Then stop at Brock's house for a bison burger! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) |
orthobiz |
Jul 18 2019, 04:12 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,754 Joined: 8-January 07 From: Cadillac, Michigan Member No.: 7,438 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
Gonna raise you up a crop of dental floss...? dam...just saw this...beat me to it.... Gonna be a mental toss flycoon... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/shades.gif) Yippee kiyo kiyay! P |
eyesright |
Jul 18 2019, 04:54 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 430 Joined: 8-January 12 From: OK Member No.: 13,979 Region Association: Southwest Region |
Do it the foolproof way. Push the EASY button. Take the high road. Use your head..."Which one do you want to take, sweetheart?" You can't lose. 911 vs 914??? Is there a problem here?
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worn |
Jul 18 2019, 09:23 PM
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can't remember Group: Members Posts: 3,153 Joined: 3-June 11 From: Madison, WI Member No.: 13,152 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
Do it the foolproof way. Push the EASY button. Take the high road. Use your head..."Which one do you want to take, sweetheart?" You can't lose. 911 vs 914??? Is there a problem here? You have hit the nail on the head: I already have a perfect wife. We could be driving her Honda minivan. Brock, that photo shows the perfect animal ready to woof. I am sorry that I will only be able to pay respects. Will p m you as I know more. I don’t know much about the Bison (sadly) but I have me some Roosevelt elk stories from my days with usfnws. |
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