The guy that got me hooked on cars.....

inTgr8r · 11-06-2012, 09:30 AM

....my Ol' Man.

I remember vividly the times looking over his shoulder as a kid as he tinkered in the driveway.
He would point out something under the hood and ask "do you know what that is?"
Invariably the answer was "no" and he would explain in great length what it was and what it did.
The next time he would point out something new, but before he would tell me what it was, he would quiz me on what he explained before.

This went on until I perfected his quizzing well enough that he actually let me help him turn a wrench.
I still remember the first thing I ever did on a car (with Dad) was change a set of plugs, points & condenser and set the timing.

A few years later Dad bought his first new car, a cream coloured '58 Buick Special.
I can still see him the day he brought that car home & how proud he was to own that car.
As chance would have it, Dad held true to form & got into a minor fender bender within the first month.
After the repairs, the car had this intermittent steel on steel (like chalk on the board) squeak.
After getting frustrated with it himself, he took it in several times to get it fixed without any success.... It drove him nuts.

So.... I decided to have a look on my own.
After crawling around under the car for an hour or so (a skinny 8yr old kid could actually fit under a car in those days)
It was pure shit luck that I saw a cracked weld on the frame.

I don't think I've ever seen my Dad happier & felt so proud to be his son as I did that day!

& that's how I'll always remember him.
....Dad passed away last night in his 93rd year.

Huz-Z · 11-06-2012, 10:00 AM

Hi InTgr8r,

I'm so sorry to hear about your Dad's passing. It sounds like he was a great fellow and even though he lived a long life, I'm sure you are going to miss him quite a lot. I confess that some times I blather on about various things, but now I'm at a bit of a loss for words to convey how sorry I am or to help you feel a small bit better. You and your Dad are in my prayers and I hope you have many fond memories of him.

Take care.

bluecobra · 11-06-2012, 10:36 AM

Sorry for your loss. Prayers going out for you and your family.

itdnwiwbp · 11-06-2012, 10:36 AM

Touching memories. I'm sorry to hear that.

pokeybritches · 11-06-2012, 10:45 AM

He sounds like a father to be proud of! My prayers are with you.

v3.2mc · 11-06-2012, 10:52 AM

here's to your pa...

... and hopefully the lust for autos can be passed on to someone who sees you as their rolemodel. erin and i's thoughts are with you and your family.

-eric

inTgr8r · 11-06-2012, 11:00 AM

Thanks everyone

Twisted Six · 11-06-2012, 11:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by v3.2mc

here's to your pa...

... and hopefully the lust for autos can be passed on to someone who sees you as their rolemodel. erin and i's thoughts are with you and your family.

-eric

Here, here Ian ! Thats a grand life to live long enough to watch his son grow near retirement. Happy papa he was I'd think !

SD Z4MR · 11-06-2012, 01:35 PM

What a great eulogy to your Dad! So sorry for your loss, he certainly lived a long life.

schwank · 11-06-2012, 01:37 PM

sorry for your loss, thanks for the great story!

Quickid · 11-06-2012, 01:41 PM

Ian, my condolences to you and your family...

Finnegan · 11-06-2012, 01:55 PM

Ian, I am so sorry to hear about this. My condolences. Words seem so inadequate at times like these.

But I will say that's a really great story, so many great memories, and it's wonderful to hear about the great connection you two forged together and he helped you forge with cars. And you're right, that passion for cars is always going to be a part of you, just as he is always going to be a part of you, just as he will always be there with you while you're turning a wrench.

fercho · 11-06-2012, 02:30 PM

sorry for your lost

inTgr8r · 11-06-2012, 03:13 PM

Thanks gang, your thoughts are truly appreciated.

Yeah, it's definitely true in my case... The lugnut doesn't fall far from the wheel.

Daemonblitz · 11-06-2012, 09:48 PM

Truly sorry for your loss.

goomanchu · 11-06-2012, 10:39 PM

sorry for your loss. The hard part seems to be appreciating those around us while they are still here. It sounds like you had that with your dad. Well done.

Kgolf31 · 11-06-2012, 10:49 PM

Sorry for your loss Ian. Sounds like you had a fantastic father.

mike519 · 11-06-2012, 11:32 PM

Very sorry to hear this Ian. My dad's garage was a world of wonders for a kid like me as well.

Prayers for you and your family.

johanness · 11-06-2012, 11:34 PM

Sorry to hear that Ian. Great memory though. Keep it close

elerner61 · 11-07-2012, 12:07 AM

My Dad was that guy too. So many memories of him and the cars we enjoyed that now I can think back on and smile instead of feeling sad (it's been over 2 years). I keep one of his pipes he used to smoke (I used to pack it for him while he was driving) in my screwdriver rack in my garage. When I encounter a problem when working on a car, or just feeling pensive I'll grab it and think of him.

My deepest condolences. The memories will endure, cherish them.

Evan

tbalutis · 11-07-2012, 08:48 AM

Our condolences, thoughts and prayers go to you and yours. And thank you for the story.

My own dad was my inspiration, as well. Similar stories, except his love in automobiles were Ramblers. His only new vehicle was a '62 Custom Cross Country wagon where he piled in the whole brood and took us to places like the Jersey Shore for vacations.

Amazing how the cars, people and (yes, unfortunately now the places) vanish over time but the memories remain.

ZStig · 11-07-2012, 09:17 AM

Sorry about your loss. Im glad u have lots of positive memories

11-06-2012, 09:30 AM	#1
inTgr8r Major General Drives: 07 M Coupe Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Toronto Posts: 7,104 iTrader: (6)	The guy that got me hooked on cars..... ....my Ol' Man. I remember vividly the times looking over his shoulder as a kid as he tinkered in the driveway. He would point out something under the hood and ask "do you know what that is?" Invariably the answer was "no" and he would explain in great length what it was and what it did. The next time he would point out something new, but before he would tell me what it was, he would quiz me on what he explained before. This went on until I perfected his quizzing well enough that he actually let me help him turn a wrench. I still remember the first thing I ever did on a car (with Dad) was change a set of plugs, points & condenser and set the timing. A few years later Dad bought his first new car, a cream coloured '58 Buick Special. I can still see him the day he brought that car home & how proud he was to own that car. As chance would have it, Dad held true to form & got into a minor fender bender within the first month. After the repairs, the car had this intermittent steel on steel (like chalk on the board) squeak. After getting frustrated with it himself, he took it in several times to get it fixed without any success.... It drove him nuts. So.... I decided to have a look on my own. After crawling around under the car for an hour or so (a skinny 8yr old kid could actually fit under a car in those days) It was pure shit luck that I saw a cracked weld on the frame. I don't think I've ever seen my Dad happier & felt so proud to be his son as I did that day! & that's how I'll always remember him. ....Dad passed away last night in his 93rd year. __________________ Alpinweiss '07 M Coupe •Eisenmann Sport-Ceramic Black•Diablo-X•Fabspeed Headers•VRS Hyper-Narrow rear wing•Autosolutions SSK•APR splitter•Tekarbon headlights•StrongStrut STB•KW Clubsport•Poly FCAB/RTAB•Volk Racing G2•Direzza ZII•Stoptech BBK c/w Cool Carbon pads
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11-06-2012, 10:00 AM	#2
Huz-Z Lieutenant Colonel Drives: BMW Z4 3.0si Montego Blue Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Canada Posts: 1,718 iTrader: (0)	Hi InTgr8r, I'm so sorry to hear about your Dad's passing. It sounds like he was a great fellow and even though he lived a long life, I'm sure you are going to miss him quite a lot. I confess that some times I blather on about various things, but now I'm at a bit of a loss for words to convey how sorry I am or to help you feel a small bit better. You and your Dad are in my prayers and I hope you have many fond memories of him. Take care. __________________ Huz-Z BMW Z4 3.0si Roadster. Montego Blue Metallic. Power M Seats w Memory. M Sport Wheel. Premium and Sport Package, Xenon.

11-06-2012, 10:36 AM	#4
itdnwiwbp Lieutenant Drives: Z4MC, 330iZHP Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Alaskalifornia Posts: 525 iTrader: (4)	Touching memories. I'm sorry to hear that. __________________

11-06-2012, 10:45 AM	#5
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11-06-2012, 10:52 AM	#6
v3.2mc Not a New Member Drives: with both hands and both feet Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: midwest Posts: 611 iTrader: (2) Garage List 2007 ///M Coupé [5.00]	here's to your pa... ... and hopefully the lust for autos can be passed on to someone who sees you as their rolemodel. erin and i's thoughts are with you and your family. -eric __________________ #1498E86 \| Sepang Bronze \| Dark Sepang Leather \| Carbon Leather Trim

11-06-2012, 10:36 AM	#3
bluecobra Private Drives: 2006 Z4M Coupe Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Alabama Posts: 74 iTrader: (0)	Sorry for your loss. Prayers going out for you and your family.

11-06-2012, 11:00 AM	#7
inTgr8r Major General Drives: 07 M Coupe Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Toronto Posts: 7,104 iTrader: (6)	Thanks everyone __________________ Alpinweiss '07 M Coupe •Eisenmann Sport-Ceramic Black•Diablo-X•Fabspeed Headers•VRS Hyper-Narrow rear wing•Autosolutions SSK•APR splitter•Tekarbon headlights•StrongStrut STB•KW Clubsport•Poly FCAB/RTAB•Volk Racing G2•Direzza ZII•Stoptech BBK c/w Cool Carbon pads

11-06-2012, 01:35 PM	#9
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11-06-2012, 01:37 PM	#10
schwank Second Lieutenant Drives: 06 z4 m coupe Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: cincinnati Posts: 258 iTrader: (0)	sorry for your loss, thanks for the great story! __________________ K&W v3, APR splitter, magnaflow axle back35% tint, stubby antenna, Jet black, and interlagos blue stock wheels, clutch delay delete, illuminated ZHP shift knob, Leather Z m shift boot, and arm rest.

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Quickid Second Lieutenant Drives: 08 Z4MC, 06 X5 4.4i, 99 323i Join Date: May 2010 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 284 iTrader: (4)	Ian, my condolences to you and your family... __________________

11-06-2012, 01:55 PM	#12
Finnegan Major General Drives: Sapphire Black/Black Z4Mc Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: At the track..or wishing I were at the track Posts: 5,482 iTrader: (17)	Ian, I am so sorry to hear about this. My condolences. Words seem so inadequate at times like these. But I will say that's a really great story, so many great memories, and it's wonderful to hear about the great connection you two forged together and he helped you forge with cars. And you're right, that passion for cars is always going to be a part of you, just as he is always going to be a part of you, just as he will always be there with you while you're turning a wrench. __________________ 2007 Sapphire Black Z4M / Apex EC7s / Eisenmann Exhaust / Euro Headers/Cat / Aero Sideskirts / DIY Stubby / Ultimate Pedals / AS SSK / RB Rotors / Other Stuff #1047

11-06-2012, 02:30 PM	#13
fercho Lieutenant Drives: 2005 z4 2.5 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 433 iTrader: (1)	sorry for your lost __________________ 2005 z4 2.5i/// Aero front bumper, m rear bumper,08 rear lights, custom quad exhaust, matte black front grill, OEM alarm, llumar security film,m wheels, HID lights, LED interior and trunk light,Ipod integration, stubby antenna,tein s-tech springsx

11-06-2012, 03:13 PM	#14
inTgr8r Major General Drives: 07 M Coupe Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Toronto Posts: 7,104 iTrader: (6)	Thanks gang, your thoughts are truly appreciated. Yeah, it's definitely true in my case... The lugnut doesn't fall far from the wheel. __________________ Alpinweiss '07 M Coupe •Eisenmann Sport-Ceramic Black•Diablo-X•Fabspeed Headers•VRS Hyper-Narrow rear wing•Autosolutions SSK•APR splitter•Tekarbon headlights•StrongStrut STB•KW Clubsport•Poly FCAB/RTAB•Volk Racing G2•Direzza ZII•Stoptech BBK c/w Cool Carbon pads

11-06-2012, 09:48 PM	#15
Daemonblitz Commander Drives: Imola/Imola Z4MC Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Aurora, ON, Canada Posts: 395 iTrader: (4) Garage List 2006 Z4M Coupe [4.27]	Truly sorry for your loss.

11-06-2012, 10:39 PM	#16
goomanchu Private Drives: 07 Sepang M Coupe Join Date: May 2012 Location: Nebraska Posts: 52 iTrader: (1)	sorry for your loss. The hard part seems to be appreciating those around us while they are still here. It sounds like you had that with your dad. Well done.

11-06-2012, 10:49 PM	#17
Kgolf31 Lieutenant Colonel Drives: 2007 Z4MC, 2012 128i Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Ohio Posts: 1,523 iTrader: (2)	Sorry for your loss Ian. Sounds like you had a fantastic father. __________________ 07 Z4M Coupe: 235/265 Hankook RS3, H&R E46 M3 30mm Front Sway Bar, Hawk HP+ Pads, Vorshlag Wheel Stud Conversion 12 128i Coupe: Stock, for now

11-06-2012, 11:32 PM	#18
mike519 Lieutenant Drives: 2006 Z4MR Sepang Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Waterloo, Ontario Posts: 590 iTrader: (0)	Very sorry to hear this Ian. My dad's garage was a world of wonders for a kid like me as well. Prayers for you and your family.

11-06-2012, 11:34 PM	#19
johanness Hans X2 Drives: 2008 Z4MC Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Seattle, Vancouver Posts: 1,511 iTrader: (2) Garage List 2008 BMW Z4M COUPE [0.00] 2012 BMW X1 xDrive 28i [0.00]	Sorry to hear that Ian. Great memory though. Keep it close __________________ \|Euro Headers\|SS X-Pipe\|REMUS\|UUC\|Zeck CDV\|AFE Intake\|H&R Springs\|RPI Scoop\|ZHP\|AC Schnitzer Side Skirts\|ESS DirectFlash\|APEX\|RE RaceBrace\| the very last TiAg Coupe

11-07-2012, 12:07 AM	#20
elerner61 Lieutenant Drives: '07 Z4M Roadster Join Date: May 2011 Location: Mount Kisco, NY Posts: 411 iTrader: (0)	My Dad was that guy too. So many memories of him and the cars we enjoyed that now I can think back on and smile instead of feeling sad (it's been over 2 years). I keep one of his pipes he used to smoke (I used to pack it for him while he was driving) in my screwdriver rack in my garage. When I encounter a problem when working on a car, or just feeling pensive I'll grab it and think of him. My deepest condolences. The memories will endure, cherish them. Evan

11-07-2012, 08:48 AM	#21
tbalutis fotontom Drives: 2006 M Roadster / 1999 XK8 Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Surf City, CA Posts: 212 iTrader: (1)	Our condolences, thoughts and prayers go to you and yours. And thank you for the story. My own dad was my inspiration, as well. Similar stories, except his love in automobiles were Ramblers. His only new vehicle was a '62 Custom Cross Country wagon where he piled in the whole brood and took us to places like the Jersey Shore for vacations. Amazing how the cars, people and (yes, unfortunately now the places) vanish over time but the memories remain. __________________ ACS exhaust / styled 19" wheels / factory hardtop / ultimate pedals / factory strut bar / aero skirts / aFe / Jaffster / gauges / factory Euro-spec mirrors / P3 Digital Interface

11-07-2012, 09:17 AM	#22
ZStig Major General Drives: VT2-500 M Roadster Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Delray Beach, FL Posts: 6,413 iTrader: (3)	Sorry about your loss. Im glad u have lots of positive memories __________________

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