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Hello all,
New to the site... Came across it screwing around on the net and mannaged to post the 40 with out reading the "read this first" Felt stupid, but I am a newbie so hope y'all can deal with it. Personally only had one rod in my life (the 40 merc), but indirectly owned a few that passed by our dealership . I am looking for something new to build. I am a sucker for 49 mercs and yes I will build a flathead for it, and no I don't think a crate 350 is what I should dump in it. I grew up tuning rice burners and jacked up trucks, racing motorcross and flying small aircraft. Getting older now and I have a young son.....Seems building my own ratrod or custom is in the near future. I don't have alot of time to post, but when I can lend a hand, I will do my best. I am still at least a year or so away from picking up (yet another) project, but I will be watching the site. I would love to hear from the oldtimers that played with these cars back in the day. I have had many great conversations with guys that built Hudson Hornets and Mercs, buckets and shoeboxes...... I enjoy ever minute. I am a true diehard car guy and got into the business because I love the cars....all cars really, and more than the cars I love the people I have met. Any of you guys in the neighborhood who need a hook up on parts, bodywork, or interior, just let me know. Maybe I'll see you around at the local shows in the midwest. I am allways on the computer. Thanks, and I look forward to becoming a member in good standing of this site!

John Slatner

Welcome, nice ride!