[DeTomaso] NEW YORK DETOMASO PANTERA

Sat Apr 25 22:25:44 EDT 2009

Good evening Mr. Levitt:

>From Asa's post I believe he may have been inferring that he does not care 
for Pennzoil brand oil products:), me too. I have talked with a Valvoline 
technician/chemical engineer and he told me many years ago the stuff was 
terrible and once you start using Pennzoil branded products you need stick 
with them as other non Pennzoil branded products do not blend well with 
them. But do carry spare oil what ever brand and weight you choose.

I would keep the fuel regulator and make sure it is properly adjusted. It is 
super important to have the proper fuel pressure for any fuel management. I 
believe it is one of the most over looked problems with fuel management 
problems and tuning.

Spare plugs and maybe even a couple of spare spark plug wires would be a 
very good addition to your survival kit.

Just my thoughts on your plan

Paul
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Asa Jay Laughton" <asajay at asajay.com>
To: <detomaso at realbig.com>
Sent: Saturday, April 25, 2009 6:48 PM
Subject: Re: [DeTomaso] NEW YORK DETOMASO PANTERA

> Just a personal opinion here... I HATE Penzoil.  I would sooner run any
> other brand even without Zinc.  I can't stress enough how much I HATE
> Penzoil.  It's fine for Tractors... but NOT for Panteras.
>
> If the car is at Pantera International... spring for some decent oil
> like Motul, which they should carry.  I'd sooner run Castrol GTX than
> Penzoil.  I HATE Penzoil.  Last I recall it is paraffin based, it loves
> to gum things up.
>
> If you choose to run with the Penzoil, you are on the right track
> thinking of changing it in Texas.
>
> The rear wheel bearings take more time and effort to change.  Will they
> have the car done in time?
>
> Make sure they double-pin the distributor, to make sure it doesn't end
> up shearing on your half way through.  You might want to carry and extra
> pin in case they won't do that for you.
>
> Does it have an electronic ignition, like an MSD?  If so, carry a spare.
> Carry and extra air filter.  Never know when you might need it.  Engines
> don't run so well without air, ask our friend Steve.
>
> Might be a good idea to carry a jug of water and/or coolant.  Check it
> early, check it often.
>
> Thank you for posting the schedule.  That will give other owners an
> opportunity to help you out if needed.
>
> Good luck and happy trails.
>
> Asa Jay
> Did I mention I HATE Penzoil?
>
> Asa Jay Laughton, MSgt, USAFR, Retired
>
> & Shelley Marie
> Spokane, WA
>
> 1971 Mach I Mustang  [ASA JAY]
> 1973 Pantera L 5533  [ASASCAT]
>
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>
>
>
> LEVITT1946 at aol.com wrote:
>> Hello all Pantera Owners and club members across America ,
>>
>> We look forward to seeing and meeting all of you soon.
>> Thank you again for all of your support and well wishes.
>>
>> The car made it out to Los Angeles via Horseless Carriage.
>> Good thing I went for the final Check because during inspection it was
>> noticed that the driver side wheel bearings had no dust cover. First sand 
>> storm
>>  would have done us in. Also some bad wiring would have possibly been an
>> issue. All in all we are just about ready.
>>
>> We will be using Penzoil straight 40w for the trip.I am hoping that I 
>> have
>> time either in Houston or Dallas to possible change the oil/filter .
>>
>> I chose to be preventative and replace all bearing front and back whether
>> they looked good or not. Better safe than sorry.Also removed the fuel
>> regulator  which I was told was totally unnecessary since I have a 
>> mechanical fuel
>> pump.Do  you guys think I should carry an extra fuel pump? Extra spark
>> plugs?
>>
>> I will give you guys updated reports as we get closer to the race and 
>> daily
>>  updates as well.This is one Beautiful Pantera that is going to make all
>> owners  proud.I will be on CB the entire route ,....channel 19
>>
>> Here is a link below to view updated news about the Gumball.Click on 
>> blogs
>> to view us
>>
>> Robert and Justin Levitt
>> Team Pantera
>> 516-695-0854 cell
>> _levitt1946 at aol.com_ (mailto:levitt1946 at aol.com)
>>
>>
>> _http://www.gumball3000.com/news/detail/231_
>> (http://www.gumball3000.com/news/detail/231)
>>
>> PS....On Monday May 12th we will be taking the autotrain from Florida 
>> back
>> to Lawton,Va just outside of Washington ,DC. Tuesday May 12th we will be
>> driving from Virginia back to Long Island .Would love to see the Jersey
>> Panteras  but I know everyone will be working. I will be at the  Pocono 
>> Racetrack
>> for the outing at the end of may.Not sure of what  date it is.
>>
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