xxjoeyxxeb Posted February 4, 2009 Share Posted February 4, 2009 Hey guys, Well I'll tell you the story of how this happened. I came home from class and my roomate said an older lady stopped by and she said she tutors a 7 yr old boy who really likes cars and saw my 280 and 260 in the garage/driveway. I got in touch with her and agreed to have them over to show them my messy garage. We talked for a while and she ended up telling me about her husband who is not able to stay at home anymore, and that he was a machinist and fabricator and had some tools, and asked if I wanted to take a look. I said " Well I highly doubt I can afford much right now being in college and the middle of an engine build" so she said, "Well my husband was a very giving and kind person and I'm sure he would love to help a Cal Poly student, so I'll just give you them" So I saw sure, I'll check it out.... well to stop boring you guys... here's what I got... for FREE. (and we moved it all in on my birthday) Drill Press Lathe Mill Scroll Saw Sander Router and Drill Bench made for Lathe Inside 1 drawer on Bench Accesories I think thats good for now... Didn't want to waste your time with all the accessories and stuff. But I'm happy. And I also got to put 2 coats of paint on my engine bay, and should have the newly rebuilt turbo motor back soon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RB26powered74zcar Posted February 4, 2009 Share Posted February 4, 2009 Nice stuff. You must be saying your prayers at night like a good boy.... Good things come to good people! Congrads... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xxjoeyxxeb Posted February 4, 2009 Author Share Posted February 4, 2009 Yup, I can't wait to get the car on the road so I can clean up the garage and set up shop! I think the first thing we are gonig to make is a shifter knob for my mustang T-5 shifter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeatrpi Posted February 4, 2009 Share Posted February 4, 2009 Awesome! You really stepped into some good fortune. I'd go visit the old man if he's well enough to have a guest. A collection like that probably took him years to acquire. Enjoy the tools and put them to good use! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beebeecivic Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 wow your so lucky! I am gonna see what my neighbor is going to do with his stuff (hes also a machinist) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
280Zone Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 Very nice, and I agree with Mike, try to go visit the guy and take along some pictures of what you are workng on. You might be surprised what else you might walk away with, in the knowledge he probably has. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rturbo 930 Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 <-- Jealous. Congrats on the acquisition though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grumpyvette Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 congrats! take care of the stuff and be sure to visit the old lady and help out occasionally in return for the HUNDREDS of dollars in equipment Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thehelix112 Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 Holy shitballs! Score! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
srgunz Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 congrats! take care of the stuff and be sure to visit the old lady and help out occasionally in return for the HUNDREDS of dollars in equipment Yes, I agree. Make sure to check with her on a regular basis to see if she needs help on anything that needs to be done. She may not have children of her own that live in the area. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xxjoeyxxeb Posted February 5, 2009 Author Share Posted February 5, 2009 Thanks guys, Yes I am keeping in touch with her. She will be giving some more stuff to Habitat for Humanity, so once that stuff is done I am going to help her rearrange and clean up her garage. Also, I told her to bring her student over when my car is running. I am going to take her out to a nice dinner with my girlfriend sometime. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbk240z Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 You have hit the tool lottery, my friend! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GOTAZ Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 Wow. Congratulations! Hope you have many years of fun with such a generous gift. maybe keep an eye out for the opportunity to pay it forward.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evan Purple240zt Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 Happy birthday! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
janaka Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 congrats! take care of the stuff and be sure to visit the old lady and help out occasionally in return for the HUNDREDS of dollars in equipment I was going to say the same thing but if you were more northern I was going to suggest shoveling her driveway for her, but thats not so much of an issue in Cali as it is here Great score, VERY generous woman. Send her a christmas card and such. Older people really appreciate those little things. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xxjoeyxxeb Posted February 5, 2009 Author Share Posted February 5, 2009 Alec and I are planning on using the tools to make something for her. Any ideas? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jt1 Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 Most likely she and her husband will appreciate your friendship to a greater extent than anything you can make them. Stop by, say hello, chat for a minute, and stop back by again. They will value it far more than you will ever know. John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HowlerMonkey Posted February 7, 2009 Share Posted February 7, 2009 Score of a lifetime!!! Make yourself available if they need you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tfreer85 Posted February 7, 2009 Share Posted February 7, 2009 Hey Joey whats your major and year? A good friend of mine is a Construction Management Major Senior, and have visited him a couple of times. I've only seen one or 2 z's in Slo county my entire life. And I've been going since I was little. Next time I'm that way I'll have to hit you up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
locodrftr Posted February 7, 2009 Share Posted February 7, 2009 Wow your pretty lucky, you must have done some good things in your past.......good karma. Congrats! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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