Who Would Like To Help Mark With His Hole In The Block?

[TheDealer]

Thought I'd start a new thread on this. Of couse I'll be there. Ray
Ok, Sgt. Mac called me about this thread. I hadn't even seen it yet. He asked me about getting everyone together to help Mark out. My friend and the only one that has worked on my cars for the last 20 years has offered his shop and his services to remove and install the engine for your car. You get the engine, people from this site get together for a weekend and we'll do the job for free. My friends shop is JD'S Performace in Huntingdon Valley Pa. He's about 20 minute from my Dealership. He does tons of performance work and restorations. He has a chassis dyno and all the latest tunning stuff, even for the 2005 Mustangs. He is a authorized Trilogy Dealer. He just purchase the Roadforce Tire System. He has people come from all over the country to his shop. He restored Jackie Onasis 52 Roll Royce for a customer in Fla. He is willing to donate himself and 2 employees to do the job. If anyone would like to come and make this and east coast event, that would be great. His shop is ten minutes from the Pa turnpike and has hotels in the area. His web site is www.jds-high-performance.com. Mark, let me know how you feel about this. I know you will still have to buy a motor, but at least we can install it and tune it for free. Ray :banana2: :banana2: :beer:

[TheDealer]

This probably won't take place until around mid Jan. 2005. :)

[TechHeavy]

There's no way I could make it over there to physically help, (too far away in MI) although I know I would love it and learn a lot in the process. However, I would like to donate financially towards the new engine/block... (whatever is determined is needed in the end).

We have a thing like this at work (UPS Teamsters) called the Sick Pot. Whenever someone is so sick or injured that they cannot work for weeks at a time we all pitch in and pay the injured guy's weekly salary to him, (because the company sick leave pay takes so long to kick in...). Since there are so many of us, it's hardly noticed by those who donate, but helps out the injured guy tremendously.
The way I see it, Mark's car is sick. If we all pitch in just a few dollars a piece we can make it all better! :)

Feedback please.

[TheDealer]

Let's get Mark to post his full name and address so we can send it directly to him. RAY :woohoo:

[SouLRioT]

Just a suggestion is that he not post his info for "everyone". To protect him and stop evil doers, PM him and I'm sure he'll send you the info back.

[CRUZTAKER]

Very nice of you Ray. Mark certainly has had a more than his share of costly Marauder failures.

[Brutus]

I would be willing to help but it depends on what day and my schedule. I will be watching this thread.

[TechHeavy]

Just a suggestion is that he not post his info for "everyone". To protect him and stop evil doers, PM him and I'm sure he'll send you the info back.
But then how do we know what the monetary goal is and if it's been met? How about if we post "pledges" on the forum here. That way, we'll all know when it's close to success... I mean, that's the way the Jerry Lewis marathon works... with pledges. Then, when the amount has been successfully raised, mail your donation to Mark. Easy.

[TheDealer]

We would start sometime after 5pm on a Friday, work as long as necessary on Sat, and finish up Sunday early. I'm buying the Cheesesteaks for eevryone on Friday evening!!! :banana:

[TheDealer]

But then how do we know what the monetary goal is and if it's been met? How about if we post "pledges" on the forum here. That way, we'll all know when it's close to success... I mean, that's the way the Jerry Lewis marathon works... with pledges. Then, when the amount has been successfully raised, mail your donation to Mark. Easy.


You could all mail checks in Marks name to me at the dealership and I could post a total each day. When it's over I mail all the checks to Mark.

[TechHeavy]

I'll pledge $25.00 for Mark's new engine, (Merry Christmas!) right now, (maybe more later if needed).

Anyone else?? :D Come on! Show your good will and holiday spirit. This must be terrible for Mark. I'd be huddled in a corner right now if it had been mine.... A little bit from each of us can help Mark have an even better holiday season.

[MM03MOK]

Just a suggestion is that he not post his info for "everyone". To protect him and stop evil doers, PM him and I'm sure he'll send you the info back.Mark's info is on Bunny's List.

[TheDealer]

I'll pledge $25.00, who else??? We got $50.00, do I here $75.00? :P

[looking97233]

I've been out of work until recently, but am back to it now. Still feeling poor but, I can come up with $25 to help too.

[TheDealer]

We got $75.00, can I get $100.00???? :woohoo:

[TechHeavy]

I've been out of work until recently, but am back to it now. Still feeling poor but, I can come up with $25 to help too.
AWESOME! I was really touched by this pledge.. I mean, this is what this holiday season is all about... giving. And it doesn't have to be a $25 pledge either....

I haven't met Mark, (yet) but I can surely feel for him. And I know that if we can sell out raffle tickets for a S/C in nine days at $100 a pop, then we can pitch in a few dollars to help out a fellow member!

[jakdad]

Wow!! Ray, what an offer. I would like to help with the project but Texas is too far away. I will kick in to the kitty. The offer on the install is HUGE!!!
Thanks for getting that together. Best wishes,
Jim

[merc406]

25.00 from me and 25.00 from the wife, we hope will help. :)

[TheDealer]

We got $175.00. Can we get another hundred in an hour by 9:15 est. Come on, chip in, it will make you feel good to help someone. :beer:

[JerseyVics]

man I should of started a thread like this for my transmission! lol

I'm debating right now whether I should waste the money on the 4th one, or just drive the car without O/D since a month after install thats exactly what it'll be like agian.

--Russ :D

[Tallboy]

I'm in for $25.00:) Every little bit helps.

[TheDealer]

We got $200.00. Do I hear $225.00?????? :cool:

[Seneca]

We got $200.00. Do I hear $225.00?????? :cool: I feel for mark very deeply.. as i would anyone with such a miss fortune.. count me in for 75.00

[TheDealer]

WOW!!! The "BIG DAWGS" have shown up. Thanx. Now were up to $275.00

Who's next, can I get $300.00?????? :banana:

[TheDealer]

Ok, I just got a PM from a member who must wnat to remain nameless, but he pledged $25.00. So we are at $300.00 and counting. Can we get $500.00 by Midnight?? Come on people, you got anything. $1.00, $5.00, $10.00. You can PM me if you don't want to post it on here. One less beer, would help the fund!!! :beer:

[bigslim]

Oh hell, put me down for $25.00. Now that I'm dieting that's the money I would have spent on ice cream and hot fudge. :)

[TheDealer]

Thanx, that's $325.00 do I hear $350.00???? :bows:

[the_pack_rat]

I will make a small donation ...

Tell me what I need to do.

PM me.

Regards,

Eric

PS -

I'm on a Oldsmobile Toronado mail list ... & they did a similar type thing for a member a few years back.

I think he footed the bill for all the parts(he was an accident) ... but they got him back in shape w/a straight damage free Toro in a weekend IIRC.

[TheDealer]

We are just asking for pledges right now. Pledge a dollar amount and we'll let you know when and where to send it later. Thanx, Ray [you can pm me or post it here]

[TheDealer]

We have $425.00 now through PM pledges!!!

[TheDealer]

Can we hit $500.00 pm 10pm est???? :confused:

[TheDealer]

Got a pm for another $25.00. $450.00 and counting. 1k by midnight, come on people. 11 viewers, it should be easy. Just pledge!!!

[the_pack_rat]

PM has been sent.

[SergntMac]

Bravo! Nice job, Ray, thank you!

I just spoke with Mark over the phone, he is speechless, and very humbled by the groundswell of support in his favor. He will be in touch with you Monday.

Meanwhile, post that 800 number you have so other shy ones can call in their pledge. I'd rather not post mine, and I'm sure others feel as I do.

Thank you again, my friend. This is good stuff we're doing to help a MM brother in need.

[Petrograde]

I want to help,... crappy timing though.

I don't wanna pledge unless I'm sure I can come though. I should know after Christmas how much I can give,.. it may not be much... but every little bit helps.

[Bluerauder]

We are just asking for pledges right now.
In the spirit of Christmas, I'd like to pledge $100.00 to the cause. Merry Christmas to all !!! :santa:


:wreath:

[TheDealer]

Thanx everyone. I just got and $100.00 pm pledge!!! That makes it $650.00.
Hey I haven't pledged yet!!! Well I just pledge at the end to make it a nice amount!!!!

Come on people. Only $350.00 to go by Midnight!!!!! Send those pledges in. Post em, pm me, or call 1-800-216-6411!!! Thanx, Ray :beer: :beer: :beer:

[Dennis Reinhart]

This probably won't take place until around mid Jan. 2005. :)
I am going to have the car picked up next week, and I will wait till January before getting started on it, basically I propose a new block steel crank Manly Rods Diamond racing pistons Billet oil pump gears ARP head studs and fasteners, I will have the heads cleaned up, with a good Valve job and have better springs and retainers installed, so I will put some numbers together, if we can get people to help with money for parts I can work something out for my labor.

[cruzer]

Ray, put me in for $25 --Great idea---great folks---let's make Mark's Christmas something special, Maury

[TheDealer]

$675.00 and counting!!!!

[TheDealer]

I am going to have the car picked up next week, and I will wait till January before getting started on it, basically I propose a new block steel crank Manly Rods Diamond racing pistons Billet oil pump gears ARP head studs and fasteners, I will have the heads cleaned up, with a good Valve job and have better springs and retainers installed, so I will put some numbers together, if we can get people to help with money for parts I can work something out for my labor.
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Dennis


Dennis, is this what Mark wants to do???

[JFR121]

You can put me down for $25 too! :D
John R.

[TheDealer]

Thanx John. That makes $700.00. Can I get $725.00???? :banana2: :banana2:

[TheDealer]

Just got a pm for another $25.00. That's $725.00. Need another $225.00 in 55 minutes!!! :bows: :bows: :bows: :bows:

[BruteForce]

Does this count with Santa as far as counter-balancing some of that naughty vs nice stuff? :santa:

[TheDealer]

Got another $50.00 pm pledge.. Still going!!! $775.00

[martyo]

I just spoke with Mark over the phone, he is speechless, and very humbled by the groundswell of support in his favor. He will be in touch with you Monday.

How does he feel about the sink hole and lack of support from others?:


Y'all get this insurance fund set up and Ill go purposely blow my engine.
I didnt want to pay to beef it up anyway.
Thanks everybody.

[TheDealer]

Another PM pledge. We're at $800.00 . Come on, need $200.00 by midnight!!! :bigcry: :bigcry:

[TheDealer]

Another PM for $25.00 We have $800.00. Who's next???? :banana2:

[teamrope]

Another PM pledge. We're at $800.00 . Come on, need $200.00 by midnight!!! :bigcry: :bigcry:Come on West Coast, 9:30 PM. That leave us 2 & 1/2 hours. :)

[TheDealer]

LMAO... Don't know if I can stay awake that long. I feel like Jerry Lewis on a telethon!!!! :D

[merc]

Go to bed Ray, I would like to pledge 200.00, that should make it an even 1000.00 :santa:

[TheDealer]

WOW, thanx Merc. I'll get some good sleep now. See ya about noon. LOL RAY

[BruteForce]

Come on West Coast, 9:30 PM. That leave us 2 & 1/2 hours. :)

Let's fill Ray's PM message box. Come on left coasters.

[Blue03]

Let's fill Ray's PM message box. Come on left coasters.
Just read the thread. Oh what the hey, It's S/Cer Eve! PM sent to Ray... Good luck to Mark on the fix.

[Murader03]

Put me down for $25. Might be more after the holidays! Wow! What a great bunch of folks we have here on the site. The entire population of this site needs a big pat on the back for stepping forward and helping Mark out.

We don't have a smilie for a pat on the back, so here's a great big group hug instead.

:hug2: :hug2: :cheer: :cheer: :beer:

That ought to do it!

[BillyGman]

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Dennis, is this what Mark wants to do???
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That's what I was wondering too. That's a good question......I'm a bit confused by Dennis's post also. Someone starts a money donation drive to raise money that I thought will go directly to Mark to help him out, and for him to use however he sees fit in order to get his Marauder back on the road, and in perfect working order, and all of a sudden this post is made by Dennis mentioning his labor w/out there being any mention of whether or not it has been Mark's decision to employ Dennis for the rebuilding of this engine.

I'm pledging $100. Usually in a case like this I wouldn't advertise my good deed, nor how much $$ I was donating, but the only reason I'm doing so here is simply because I'm hoping that for Mark's sake, others will do the same, because it seems to me that Mark has a long way to go in order to afford a complete engine rebuild. Right? However, I'm also sure that there are people here who've already pledged a lesser amount than that, who are making a bigger sacrifice than I am, and therefore my hat's off to them. I'm still very curious about Dennis's post. Specifically if this is Mark's choice, but either way, my pledge stands. More power to ya Mark. :up:

[Tallboy]

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Dennis, is this what Mark wants to do???
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That's what I was wondering too. That's a good question......I'm a bit confused by Dennis's post also. Someone starts a money donation drive to raise money that I thought will go directly to Mark to help him out, and for him to use however he sees fit in order to get his Marauder back on the road, and in perfect working order, and all of a sudden this post is made by Dennis mentioning his labor charges w/out there being any mention of whether or not it has been Mark's decision to employ Dennis for the rebuilding of this engine.

I'm pledging $100. Usually in a case like this I wouldn't advertise my good deed, nor how much $$ I was donating, but the only reason I'm doing so here is simply because I'm hoping that for Mark's sake, others will do the same, because it seems to me that Mark has a long way to go in order to afford a complete engine rebuild. Right? However, I'm also sure that there are people here who've already pledged a lesser amount than that, who are making a bigger sacrifice than I am, and therefore my hat's off to them. I'm still very curious about Dennis's post. Specifically if this is Mark's choice, but either way, my pledge stands. More power to ya Mark. :up:What Billy said. I thought Ray had him hooked up with a guy willing to do this on a weekend for free. [no labor charge] [?] Either way, it doesn't really matter to me-just curious. Mark can do whatever he wants...:)

[BillyGman]

What Billy said. I thought Ray had him hooked up with a guy willing to do this on a weekend for free. [?] Either way, it doesn't really matter to me-just curious. Mark can do whatever he wants...:)
Yes, I agree that Mark can do whatever HE wants to do since we're all giving to him freely. Mark's a fantastic guy, and I'll support him in whatever decision HE makes. but since none of our money has even been sent to him yet, and we're all still in the pledge mode, I'm just a bit confused about this post of Dennis's, since there wasn't any explaination to go with it. And it seems a bit pre-mature. Unless ofcourse something else between Mark and him has been worked out, but nothing like that has been mentioned by either party.

[Bradley G]

You guys never cease to amaze me .You all R O C K!!:bows: :woohoo: I pm'ed Ray,I get the Idea Dr. R never read the thread before posting.Maybe he will offer some holiday Goodwill if he understands the deal! Hey Mark, got any extra snapshots:camera: of the hole I can borrow?;) Good luck! Keep us up to Godspeed on your progress! have a safe and fruitful Holiday season and God Bless You all!
Bradley G

[BillyGman]

,I get the Idea Dr. R never read the thread before posting.Maybe he will offer some holiday Goodwill if he understands the deal!
So you're implying that he has written a post in this thread w/out even reading any of the thread including the first post??

[Bradley G]

Hey BillyGman,
I think by his post that, he makes an offer that's already on the table,without mentioning his plan is an alternative .Or maybe the best he can do.
Bradley G.
So you're implying that he has written a post in this thread w/out even reading any of the thread including the first post??

[Dennis Reinhart]

Brad and Billy I spoke to Mark yesterday I never new of the Amsol Dealer offer, Mark ask me if I could arrange to get the car picked up I said yes, if the club wants to try and get the car fixed there thats fine with me,

[BillyGman]

Hey BillyGman,
I think by his post that, he makes an offer that's already on the table,without mentioning his plan is an alternative .Or maybe the best he can do.
Bradley G.
Well then, now I'm beginning to wonder if Mark has even seen this thread yet, or if he's even been made aware of the fact that a "Get back on the road" fund is being raised for him. Has anyone told him about this yet?:confused:

[BillyGman]

Brad and Billy I spoke to Mark yesterday I never new of the Amsol Dealer offer, Mark ask me if I could arrange to get the car picked up I said yes, if the club wants to try and get the car fixed there thats fine with me,
Thankyou Dennis, for the explanation. That helps to clear things up. And ofcourse none of this changes my pledge just as I'm sure that it wouldn't change anyone else's either. I was just a little confused. Thanks again.

[Bradley G]

Me too! but Mark was aware of the Members efforts to help.I read it yesterday!

I thought this was a wonderful jesture on the boards part.thank you for your response Dennis.I was not aware of your efforts besides what you posted.
Bradley G

[Dennis Reinhart]

Brad I toatly agree Mark aparently did not know when he called me so this is great I will even try and help to, I was not aware of this I was at the shop all day yesterday, and I was on the dyno when he called so again does this answer the questions, the whole point is we all were are trying to help.

[merc]

Well then, now I'm beginning to wonder if Mark has even seen this thread yet, or if he's even been made aware of the fact that a "Get back on the road" fund is being raised for him. Has anyone told him about this yet?:confused:

Billy I talked to Mark yesterday and he is fully aware of the treads and helpful efforts that the MM.net members has bestowed upon him. It’s not every day that a Miracle on 34th Street plays out in reality. I encouraged Mark to post something, but at this time he is just overwhelmed with all that has happened. Many members have written, called, and sent him PM’s concerning his problem. I can’t imagine what is going on in his head, but I do think he will always remember this Christmas. :santaw:

[Dan]

Will someone please post a referring link so that I can get a back story on this? I think that I missed the saga.

Thanks.

Dan

[SergntMac]

Well then, now I'm beginning to wonder if Mark has even seen this thread yet, or if he's even been made aware of the fact that a "Get back on the road" fund is being raised for him. Has anyone told him about this yet?:confused:
I spoke with Mark last night, about 8 PM Chicago time. He's aware of the effort on his behalf by "The Dealer," Ray Snyder Sr. of Northeast Lincoln Mercury, a board sponsor with us here, as well as fellow members of this club. I cannot say he's read this here thread, it wasn't mentioned specifically.

Mark is quite overwhelmed by all of this. The kindness and compassion of his brother MM owners is a gesture he's not had much experience with before, on the receiving end anyway. I know that if I were in his shoes, I'd be speechless too. To y'all who have chipped in, you are fine men and women, and you have my admiration.

There's a lot of work for Mark ahead, and in areas he is not experienced in. He'll have to act as a general contractor is a way, and I suggested that he seek advice on the engine repair from Dennis, and I've also gave him a few other numbers to call, pros who can walk him through the details of a block up build. He promised to get in touch with them, and Ray, this week.

Having just completed my own block up build, Mark is facing expenses in the area of 7500 bucks. That budget has been significantly reduced by Ray's generous arrangements with JD'S Performace in Huntingdon Valley, PA. But, Mark still needs to call the shots and the development won't happen overnight. This is quite an undertaking, even for the mechanically experienced owner.

Bravo, and my sincere thanks to everyone who has pitched in.

[merc]

Will someone please post a referring link so that I can get a back story on this? I think that I missed the saga.

Thanks.

Dan

http://www.mercurymarauder.net/forums/showthread.php?t=14746&page=5&pp=15&highlight=hole

[Dennis Reinhart]

I just drove to the shop and I have a set of Billet oil pump gears I will donate to the effort,

[JerseyVics]

theDealer is a hell of a fund-raiser-er!

way to go man!

--Russ

[Agent M79]

I've sent my PM to Ray.

I think the idea of a failure-fund is a terrific and generous thought but I think that direct case-by-case appeals like this eliminate or at least minimize the potentially controversial aspects of a general fund.

I am quite impressed at the response.

[looking97233]

Just a note to all... Look at the origional 'hole in block' thread here:

http://www.mercurymarauder.net/forums/showthread.php?t=14746

on page 2, post # 27 Marauder Mark says that DR will be picking up the car and taking it to his shop. This post was on Dec. 17. So, yes DR knows what is going on. Mark talked with DR and made this arragnment before this thread was even started. This offer by the dealer is great. However, I can't blame Mark for wanting to have his car go back to someone he has delt with before and trusts.
My pledge stands, wherever Mark has the car fixed. Merry Christmas to all.

[MM03MOK]

Thanks for pulling that up for us.
Just a note to all... Look at the origional 'hole in block' thread here:

http://www.mercurymarauder.net/forums/showthread.php?t=14746

on page 2, post # 27 Marauder Mark says that DR will be picking up the car and taking it to his shop. This post was on Dec. 17. So, yes DR knows what is going on. Mark talked with DR and made this arragnment before this thread was even started. This offer by the dealer is great. However, I can't blame Mark for wanting to have his car go back to someone he has delt with before and trusts.
My pledge stands, wherever Mark has the car fixed. Merry Christmas to all.

[MarauderMark]

First off Thank you each and everyone that started this and the great people who made contributions. you are truly beautiful and me and the misses love you all very much as much as my brothers and sisters .i allways said this is the greatest site on the web and this proves it..ya know nobody has ever done anything like this for me EVER!! So i really dont know how to react or what to say .i mean i'm on the giving end never receiving..i dont know how i am going to repay everyone but i will as no good deed should go unjust.. God Bless Everyone of you!!!!! With all our Love MarauderMark and MarauderPeg....



To answer some of your question::
I had no idea this thread was going on until Mac called as i had posted my intentions what i was doing in the other thread.Reason i chose that way of repairing was i figured since i spent that money with Dennis before that maybe he would fix the car and let me pay what i can when i can.which he readly agreed to(Another Great Man!!!!)and be able to build the car the right way so i won't have to worry about this in the future.Which was at the time the only option i had.Other wise i was going to have to put a pos motor in there and drive the car like that or sell the car which i really did'nt want to do this is not what you do to these cars.I love this car look at all the friends i have it breaks my heart......
If anyone would like to converse Please call me anytime as i allways love to talk to my brethern.Maybe i souldn't post my # here but i am listed in the mm.net white pages .Again God bless everyone !!!!

[Haggis]

Mark, if you need any help or anything at all give me a call.

Ray, Chris and I will donate $50 to the cause, if that is what Mark wants to do and will accept the contributions. Just let us know when and where to send the money. It will also cost him some money to ship his car to Dennis if that is the route he is going to take.

[TheDealer]

Well this is great. I'll total up the pledges in a minute. Myself throught JD'S Auto have offered our services and his shop to do this job. If Mark wants to go to Dennis, that's his decission. Whatever he decides is ok with me, it's his car. Since Mark is in MD. and not that far from Phila., I though maybe a local member with a trailer could offer their services to tow Marks car up here. It's a lot closer than Fla. Whatever happens I thank everyone for helping this member out. Ray :banana:

[TheDealer]

If I figured correctly we are at $1275.00. We need to be at $2000.00 by midnight. I want to see a $1000.00 a day until we get to 6k so Mark can purchas a bullit proof engine. $25.00 won't hurt you, you blow that much without even realizing it. Come on people step up!!!!! :bows: :bows: :bows: :bows: :bows:

[TheDealer]

It would be great it Mark gets enough to buy a good engine and get it installed and tuned for free. If someone can trailor him to Pa., he would have no money out of pocket and nobody that pledged even missed it. We are Family in the city of brotherly love. Thanx to all that have pledged. If you haven't yet, give, there is no greater feeling in the world than to know you helped someone. When I do my "Support Our Troops " Cruise Night, it gives we great pleasure to hand that money over to the National Guard. Some day when I gone, at least I know I didn't just exist, I helped others. RAY :help: :help: :help: :help: :help:

[TheDealer]

They were talking about Marks engine blowing up on Crownvic.net, so I posted a link to this thread. Ray :beer:

[TheDealer]

How bout them EAGLES!!!!!!! :banana2: :banana2: :banana2: :banana2: :banana2:

[TheDealer]

2 Hours and no pledges. Am I waisting my time waiting for them to come in. Come on people just a few dollars. Anything. You can post it or PM me. Please, :grouphug: let's help Mark out here!!!!

[RF Overlord]

i dont know how i am going to repay everyone but i will as no good deed should go unjust.. God Bless Everyone of you!!!!!

Mark (and Peg): Please don't even think about it; the best way to repay us is to "pass it on"...use whatever skills you possess to do something nice for someone else...

[Bigdogjim]

Mark (and Peg): Please don't even think about it; the best way to repay us is to "pass it on"...use whatever skills you possess to do something nice for someone else...


Here, here! I agree wholeharted with RF.

Just pass it on.

None of know when we will need a "helping hand".

[TheDealer]

Ok, I'm back. Got some pm pledges that total $150.00. We're up to $1425.00. Come on, if you haven't pledged now is the time. I got $1425.00 can I get $1450.00?????????? :bows: :bows: :bows: PLEASE!!!

[TheDealer]

Got another pm pledge for $25.00, that $1450.00 can I get $1475.00??? :bows:

[TheDealer]

Well, I just got a pm pledge for $100.00 We made $1550.00 by midnight. Ok west coast. You still got time to make it 2k by midnight!!! Keep those pledges coming!!!!! :banana2: :banana2:

[TheDealer]

$25.00 pm pledge total $1575.00. :banana: :banana2:

[TheDealer]

Just got a PM from someone that might be able to trailer the car from MD to PA. We'll have to see where Mark is taking it first... :banana2:

[TheDealer]

Another $50.00 pledge. Got $1625.00 now!!!!! Keep em coming!!!! :help:

[TheDealer]

Three hours and no pledges. Come on people!!!! :bows: :bows: :bows: :help:

[SergntMac]

Ray, thanks again for being a real friend in this.

[TheDealer]

Just helpin out!!!! :)

[Fourth Horseman]

I'm getting in late on this. Is it too late to throw down some financial support?

[Mike Poore]

Just helpin out!!!! :)
Dunno why I wasn't looking at this thread before, Ray. Put us down for $25.

[TheDealer]

Mike, you're down for $25, and yet we are still accepting pledges. RAY

NEW TOTAL IS $1650.00!!!!!! KEEP THEM PLEADGES COMIN!!!!! :banana:

[Fourth Horseman]

Mike, you're down for $25, and yet we are still accepting pledges. RAY

NEW TOTAL IS $1650.00!!!!!! KEEP THEM PLEADGES COMIN!!!!! :banana:

I'm in for $25. How are we transferring funds? PayPal per chance?

[TheDealer]

That $1675.00 now, thanx. We will let you know the procedure for payment at the end of this fund raiser. Ray :beer:

Who's NEXT???????

[rayjay]

Ray Sr, put me in for $25, rayjay

[tmac1337]

Just read the threads, did not know it had happened. Im in for $50.00. That sounds like a great offer up in PA.

[TheDealer]

Good morning. Looks like we picked up another $100.00 over night. Marks total now is $1775.00. Can we hit $2000.00 by the end of the day. Come on people, give it up!!!!! :banana2: :banana2: :banana2: :D

[Eric91Z]

I am down for $25.

[TheDealer]

Ok Thanx, you're down. $1800.00 only $200.00 more to $2k. Let's go guys!!!! ;)

[TheDealer]

Ok, ad another $25. We are at $1825 now. only $175 to go. This should be easy. Come on, where's your Christmas Spirit. It's time for giving!!!! :soapbox:

[wchain]

Ok, ad another $25. We are at $1825 now. only $175 to go. This should be easy. Come on, where's your Christmas Spirit. It's time for giving!!!! :soapbox:


Innovative Interceptors will donate $100 bucks to the cause, and Tyler will throw in 25 Bucks too!

[TheDealer]

Wow, that's $1950.00. Way to go!!!! Now just two more people at $25 ea. and we make my goal!!! :banana:

[TheDealer]

Ok I got a pm pledge overnight for $75.00. That puts us up to $2025.00.....

How much can we raise today. $500.00????? Let's give it our best try!!!! ;)

[Joe Walsh]

I just found this thread.....
Mark, Sorry to hear about your engine....I know what it feels like to have a mortally wounded engine.
Then just sitting there waiting for a tow truck and thinking about what's happened and how much $$$ it will take to fix it. :(
Ray, I've got $50 for "Mark's Rebuild Fundraiser"

[SergntMac]

I know what it feels like to have a mortally wounded engine...Then just sitting there waiting for a tow truck and thinking about what's happened and how much $$$ it will take to fix it.
Yeah...Me too. One of the reasons I got involved in this to begin with. I've spent some major roadside downtime thinking the same thing..."What have I done to her now?" Thanks for posting what I felt, Joe.

Some days, I'm on top of the world, some days I'm not. It's nice to know that I have friends on both days.

Y'all...Helping Mark is strictly voluntary. Maybe some of us are in good days, but to those of us who are not, don't sweat this. No one here is keeping a tally of who pitched in, and who did not. Help out if you can, no problem if you can't. There will be another call out from someone else another day, and that will be another chance to step in and help out. When it's a good day to step in, K?

There is some notice of our help program at other sites, and some admire what we're doing while others laugh at us "rich guys" and "tools." Maybe they get it, maybe not. So what. I'm proud to be a member here, and happy I could pitch in. 'Nuff said on it all, eh?

[CRUZTAKER]

.... some admire what we're doing while others laugh at us "rich guys" and "tools." Maybe they get it, maybe not. So what......?
That is happening here as well....but not in such a large anti-sentiment.

I feel good about it.:cool:

[Joe Walsh]

There is some notice of our help program at other sites, and some admire what we're doing while others laugh at us "rich guys" and "tools." Maybe they get it, maybe not. So what. I'm proud to be a member here, and happy I could pitch in.

Let the other sites say what they want. I belong to several other websites dealing with Fords and some of them are nothing but constant 'flaming wars' between members. I'll only go to those sites to 'Search' information that I need. I don't want or care to get into a big pi$$ing match over everything.
That's what I like so much about this website...Everybody (pretty much) gets along and tries to HELP each other.
Maybe most of do have more money....Most MM owners are older and have more discretionary income. At least we don't have ANY primered rags with half-a$$ ground effects, patched together exhaust sytems, and HUGE tachs bolted to our dashs.
How many guys like Ray Sr. do you run into on the other sites??

[Fourth Horseman]

I feel good about it.:cool:

What the hell, I figure. I got a nice fat XMas bonus from work, and it is Christmas, after all. A good time of year to help out a fellow Marauder driver.

[TheDealer]

Thanx Joe. That's $2075.00 now. keep it comeing. I'm on many web site, Corral, Mustangs and more, Vintage Mustang, Stangnet, Mustang World, Ls1 Tech, Ls1.com, DelValracing, Godragracing, Autorush, 385 series, All For Mustangs, MustangWorks, Stangcrazy, Hardcore5.0, NMRA, Ford Power, Ford vs GM, Superstallions, Eastcoaststang, Musclecars, Modular Fords, SVT, Crown Vic US, Crown Vic.net, Click Click Racing, 1320 stangs, and others. I have never seen anything like this happen in over 8 years of being on the net. You are a great group of guys, Merry Christmas, RAY

[Bigdogjim]

Some days, I'm on top of the world, some days I'm not. It's nice to know that I have friends on both days.

Kinda says it all.

[TheDealer]

Another $25.00 just came in. Yp to $2100.00 now. :banana2: :banana2:

[2003 MIB]

I'm in for $25, Ray. Let me know how you want it.

[martyo]

Let me know how you want it.

Ummmm....uhhhh....{focus Marty, focus}. Never mind.

[MM03MOK]

http://www.mercurymarauder.net/forums/showthread.php?t=14979

[TheDealer]

$2125.00 and counting. Do you think we can raise $2500.00??? Come on, if you haven't pledged, now's the time. :help: :help: :help: :alone:

[martyo]

$2125.00 and counting. Do you think we can raise $2500.00??? Come on, if you haven't pledged, now's the time. :help: :help: :help: :alone:


Ray: Come on now. Mark got his. It's Barry's turn.

[TheDealer]

Yeah but his was a break down not a power adder!!!! :P :P

[BruteForce]

Yeah but his was a break down not a power adder!!!! :P :P

Or discretionary expense versus a catastrophic failure.

[TheDealer]

For my 67 Comet Cyclone, I just ordered the following.

Rack and Pinion Steering $2100.00
Disc Brake Kit $800.00
Maziere Water Pump $369.00
Jazz Fuel Cell $190.00
Auto Meter Fuel Gauge $39.00
New 5 Point Seal Belt $200.00
Helmet $269.00
Jacket $150.00
___________
total $4117.00

Still need.
Fiberglass Bumpers $400.00
Parts rechromed $600.00
New Carpets $200.00
New Headliner $100.00
Carpet Trunk $400.00
New Cowl Hood $600.00
New Mufflers $200.00
________
Total $2500.00
Grand Total $6617.00 Plus about $4000.00 Labor.
Anybody got an extra 10k they don't need?????

New paint next year, another 4k. I'll have $25k in this car. Should have bought a Marauder for that much. LOL RAY :censor: :censor: :censor:

[Joe Walsh]

Or discretionary expense versus a catastrophic failure.

Agreed....nothing against Barry, he's a great guy.
But a new nitrous system vs. a hole in your block.
The 'holed' block is an immediate and far more expensive need.