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You mean the race car that was turned into a road car and only 4 were built? Did you forget about the Daytona Charger or the Plymouth Superbird that also went 200 mph? The definition of "Supercar" is not just about speed. Superman was not just "faster than a speeding bullet"

I have lot of info on all that and there will be some info in the film but there is 50 years of history to cover in just two hours..........😳

Such a great classic line! LOL

@@SanDiegoHotRod yah and it was not a real popular movie it's one that never gits ran on TV hardy at all..this was one of my favorite movies in the time period it ran it's crazy a good put together movie never gits the respect it deserves..I'm goin watch it again since I seen that it's up on Tubi...

@@SanDiegoHotRod it's just cray to think I was talking about the scenes in it I was laughing cause I remembered the raining one and plastic doll scene what threw me off was when the car broke down and they had it in the shop it had a holly crab on it that was crazy to think that a Lambo has a carb there fuel injected hAaa I'm partial mechanic myself and that was weird to see that..crazy what they did in the 80's I love the 80's stuff...

@@anthonycoach4551 You can see some of my film work on my channel including my upcoming Vector documentary (another 80s icon.) You can also see some of my car work on www.corvettesandcustoms.com and facebook.com/corvettesandcustoms

@@SanDiegoHotRod I don't have Facebook but I'll check it out

I noticed I had to reset my clock during this last year in 23. I have to reset my clock whenever I change my car battery so no big deal. Just funny that Toyota can't program a simple clock! LOL

LOL. Such a classic!

"Find" ... in italiano !!!

Yes it is. And if you have worked in the exotic car or kit car industry like I have it is even more hilarious! LOL

Yes but the only options on the Avalon are 2002 - 2021.

Yep. I think I just reached 75,000 miles on mine. Replaced the rear speaker and still need to replace an O2 sensor but it is in great shape and should last me a few more years! Hey. It's a Lexus in a Camry body with all the options!

@@SanDiegoHotRod wow!! Yours is not even broken in at all! You’re going to have yours for MANY years to come!! I’m still rolling very strong at a little over 170k! I recently drove mine from my hometown in south Jersey to Cleveland and back without a single hiccup from it!

@@potboy1734 I have my trucks and hot rods for running around depending on the job. I got the Avalon about 7 years ago when my aunt passed away. It had 15k miles on it. Like new! It gets better gas mileage than my big block 68 Vette so I use it for parts runs and long distance drives. Been from San Diego to Oregon and up the coast for my "James Dean's Last Drive" quite a few times (check out the videos on my channel). I have also been from San Diego to Dallas and back. No problems and comfortable drive with the leather seats and all the comforts. I need to change 1 of my 4 O2 sensors. The dash lights bother me but it runs fine and I think I have more power! LOL I figure 2 or 300k miles should be doable. Try replacing your air filter with a K and N air filter. It will cost around $50 maybe but you will get better performance and maybe a hair more mpg. Plus you will never have to replace your air filter again. Just rinse it out once a year. Remember, it's better to KEEP it up than FIX it up!

I reset my date and time but used 2011 as the year. I guess the days and dates line up every 11 years. So I guess it should read 2012 now.

Thank you. Lots of car stuff, Vector stuff and James Dean stuff on here. More of my latest car and film projects like my upcoming James Dean film and my Vector film on my Facebook page facebook.com/corvettesandcustoms and my older work on www.corvettesandcustoms.com

It could be dirty buttons or a bad fuse. The first thing I would do is disconnect the battery for 10 minutes and then re connect it. The next thing I would try is checking all the fuses inside the car and inside the engine compartment. I would also try spraying compressed air in and around the remote control buttons. Use the canned air like the ones to clean out your computer or keyboard. Then press each button rapidly 10 times in case there is a bad connection inside the remote. Good luck.

I looked it up and 2011 is the matching year to 2022. I THINK it was supposed to be a leap year also but I don't remember. I just remember it said every 11 years were the same??? LOL

Thank you for that info! I was going to try to look up what previous year dates coincide with 2022. I'll fix mine tomorrow!! Plus I used to forget & write previous year for months after, I never do that any more! 😊 Don't know how I got better with that

@@celizabethteal1444 2011 has the same days and dates as 2022.

This is my Graci the Green Goose...if you dnt know the year this calendar is not the big issue here😂😂😂

LOL Like Indiana Jones said "It's not the age, it's the miles" Hard to give up on a nice car from 2004 with only 75,000 miles. They should have had more confidence in their work! Ha.

"Body is made of plastic like Barbie Doll!" LOL

My car got 212325 ODO and still running great

I think the programmers at Toyota ran out of fingers and toes to count on! My 2004 Avalon only has 75k on it so I still consider it a new car! I did have to replace the rear speaker though. Dried out in the sun.

@@SanDiegoHotRod Was the speaker cracked? I haven't had a chance to CK mine yet; I've only had it about a month. Mine has 149,000 so glad to hear others have more miles. Mine still looks so nice, leather seats are in great shape & so is my dash. One thing, it didn't have a manual in glove box, so does the XLS have heated seats or was that an option? And if it does, where the heck do I turn them on?

@@SanDiegoHotRod I meant to add that I saw a video on that issue with speaker and the foam that goes around it was loose, which causes it to rattle. If the actual papery like stuff isn't cracked, I can buy a kit for$26 to replace that foam

@@celizabethteal1444 I got my Avalon from my aunt when she passed away 6 years ago in AZ. I did have to replace my rear speaker. The paper or glue dried out and it started making noise. It took me a while to find a decent replacement speaker but I ended up buying this one: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0013C9ZAK/ref=ask_ql_qh_dp_hza?th=1 The Pyramid WX85X speaker has a plastic cone which helps in the heat and sunlight. I had to cut the factory connector but was not a big deal to swap the speaker. I put it in 5 years ago and it still works great. For $50 I would rather replace this whole speaker in 30 minutes with a new speaker than spend $15 for a "repair kit" they sell online. The buttons for the left and right heated seats are on the dash just under the radio controls. They look like a seat with wavy lines underneath. You can also set the radio to show song info on the radio and so on. I just learned that a month ago after 6 years! LOL Try to get a factory manual for the car if you can. there are tips and tricks in the manual that will help maximize the fun and options the car has. I have been building cars for 30 years and I tell all my clients it is easier to "keep it up" than "fix it up." You still have lots of miles left on your car if you take care of it. Especially with city driving you can change your oil every 5000 miles. It makes it easy to remember when to change your oil - 150,000 - 55,000, 60,000 and so on. Another option that may cost a few $$ but it worth it is to replace the air filter with a cotton K&N air filter. www.summitracing.com/parts/knn-33-2145-1/make/toyota/model/avalon/year/2004 For $55 you get a better air filter, a couple more hp, a couple more mpg and you never have to change it! You just rinse it out once a year.

LOL. My 2004 is only at 75,000. I got it when my aunt passed away. It's my long haul cross country car because it is comfortable and gets good mpg. Been to Texas, Oregon and lots of long trips. Should last me a long time. At $43,000 in 2004 I tell everyone it is basically a Lexus in a Camry body. Even has the Lexus wheels!

@@SanDiegoHotRod My odometer is at just over 100,000 but it still rides smooth and looks clean. My wife wants to upgrade but I tell her that I'd have to drop a decent amount for a car of the same quality.

@@SanDiegoHotRod I saw 2 Lexus today that didn't look near as nice as mine!

@@celizabethteal1444 I tell people my 2004 Avalon XLS is a Lexus in a Camry body! Which it is. It has all the options and the leather and "wood" dash and steering wheel are in perfect shape. I don't have the rear spoiler but I have gone back and forth whether or not to put one on. It even came with the Lexus aluminum wheels.

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I got my 2004 Avalon about 6 years ago when my aunt died. She bought it new. It only had 15k miles when I got it. Now after a few trips from San Diego to Canada and San Diego to Texas it has about 65k. on it. It is still in great shape and gets better gas mileage than my 68 Corvette Big Block!

@@SanDiegoHotRod you're surprised it gets better mileage than a corvette big block?

@@johnnnoise LOL

@@SanDiegoHotRod LOL..setting the clock/year to 2011 tonight

@@johnnnoise Another thing that sucks is the O2 senior went out on the car last year. $300 for a new sensor. BUT on the plus side, the car runs richer and gets a few more hp HA!!

The headers were on it when it came to my shop. If I am on a budget I use Summit stainless steel headers. Of course the sky is the limit when it comes to headers. Most important things are the fit and what finish do you want? It is worth the extra $$ to get stainless or ceramic coated headers if you want it to look nice. If you want it to look stock you can watch my video on cast iron manifolds and how to keep them looking new! Good header gaskets are also a must! Good Fel pro gaskets are worth it. Never use the crap paper gaskets that come with the header set.

@@SanDiegoHotRod Price isn't an issue for this customer. We are getting it ready for a NV6500 I believe is the series of manual for that K5 and I'm doing stainless exhaust, x pipe... all the good stuff.

@@jimgiles2783 A few months ago I found some companies that do high heat anodizing or something similar. If they want to "knock it up a notch" you can get the headers coated in some amazing colors, bronze, copper, etc. Take a look around. Clients always like it when you can give them options to match the color scheme of the engine, etc.Keep up the good work!

@@SanDiegoHotRod Man you have no idea... I had to build headers for a scat pack and it was purple and blue with black trim so I had to get my welds purple and blue to match the color scheme. It was fun to say the least. I will see if I can locate the company to get some of that

@@SanDiegoHotRod My shop is Prostreet Exhaust in Foley AL.

Such a classic and totally under rated. Every "car guy" or "car gal" should watch this film no matter how old or young they are, especially if you have ever owned a kit car! LOL

Thanks. I did not put it together. I just got it running and wired up the electric seats (see my other video). Also the turnbuckle head (end) of the adjuster does not fit on the back side of the alternator tab. Good notice though!

Yes. This is a newer block not a 60's block. It has 10:1 compression, roller cam/lifters, full roller rockers, larger valves and machined intake runners. 415hp is nothing if you know how to build an engine.

@@SanDiegoHotRod show me a dyno sheet..and it would be great to know what parts exactly are in there !! to upgrade my 331 Im building right know..

@@Diondo26 You can reach me through my FB page. My buddy with the machine shop built the long block for me. He has done a lot of these 302s. One was in a Bronco for one of his customers and he had a dyno test done after it was installed. I have a dyno sheet from a program I use to plan my engine builds and it was within 5 hp of the actual engine dyno. He also did a 302 for a Bronco that I built for a client. This engine is for a 65 Mustang I am building right now. I just built a color and "numbers matching" Fender Stratocaster guitar to sell with the Mustang. You can see more at facebook.com/corvettesandcustoms

Thank you. Usually iPhones make everything sound like crap! LOL. Check out all my latest work on my FB page facebook.com/corvettesandcustoms

I have thought about that. You should join us for our annual James Dean's Last Drive memorial cruise from Hollywood to Salinas every Sept. 30. More info at www.jamesdeanslastdrive.com or at facebook.com/jamesdeanslastdrive

I can see both sides of the argument. The human body is like a train engine - diesel/electric. Diesel engine running and electric motor. The human body takes in external fuel which is burned and turned into energy at the same time electrical impulses control our "motor functions." LOL Also an engine needs fuel and motors need external power from electricity or other means like a hydro electric motor. Unless you have a perpetual motion machine..... motor.....engine? The world may never know! Ha.

Jimmy had multiple fractures to his skull, neck, arms, legs, ankles, etc. He had glass in his face from the headlight of the Ford he hit sideways with his driver's side door. There was nothing anyone could do. I am sure he passed away within a few minutes of the crash. He was covered and put into the ambulance and pronounced dead at the hospital. BTW his cash and other items had been "lifted" somewhere between the crash and the hospital. Very sad. RIP Jimmy.

No problem. Thank you!

Thanks. Actually Dean just passed a couple in a car in excess of 85 mph just seconds before the crash. Turnupseed also just passed someone who was driving highway speed (around 60mph) just before the crash. Dean also just went from Blackwell's Corner to Cholame (30 miles in 15 minutes = 120 mph) and was heading downhill on a long straight road. Check out my newer video that explains it better. If you get the chance come to California this summer and join us on "James Dean's Last Drive." www.jamesdeanslastdrive.com

Ok, maybe I'm wrong. It's just what I read somewhere else.

Of course the Spyder is going to lose in a head on crash (or even opposing sideswipe) but If you know anything about aluminum VS steel you know that you cannot crush the front steel fenders, frame, cross member and rims with an aluminum car that weighs half as much unless it is traveling at incredible speed. Try to smash a large steel coffee can with a small aluminum soda can.