Hey Roger, not to get too off topic, but what did your dad fly?
Hey Roger, not to get too off topic, but what did your dad fly?
Nate Y
Early 911S Registry #1232
Hi Nate,
My Dad was a career pilot from 1949-1975 after graduating from the Naval Academy (where I also attended). Started in multi-engine props and was in the first hurricane hunter squadron in 1951. Transitioned to jets in the late 50s and flew all versions of the A-4 (was CO of an A-4 (VA-216) squadron from 1967-69). Also flew A-7, F-8 and a few others. My Dad's wingman in VA-144 (Everett Alvarez) was the first aviator shot down and captured in Viet Nam in 1964. After his CO tour w/ VA-216, he became Air Boss on the Hancock (CVA-19) in 1969 (flying missions into Viet Nam). Retired as the CO of NAF China Lake in 1975.
...Roger
Soterik,
Thanks for the links. I will study these as I move forward w/ trying to source the correct wheel. Have a great day!
...Roger
Hi again Nate,
My USNA classmates (1983) have mostly retired but we have a few Capts left (one just took command of the Enterprise) and a couple have made it RADM. Another of my classmates (Willy McCoy) was the pilot of the shuttle that exploded in Feb 03 (we were both Aero Engr majors).
...Roger
Hi Roger, welcome to the Forum, glad you posted I have have the same project on back burner. Contact Dave at TRE motorsports, he is doing the same thing for a buddy of mine.
www.tremotorsports.com
Rob Abbott
Glad to be of some help on this board. Usually, I am the one seeking help. I like to share what I learned like many here have done for me already. Good luck in finding the right wheel. Mine is a 914-6 wheel, part number: 914.347.806.10. Not for sale though, sorry. Expect to pay $300+ for one that needs refinishing. I have seen some with hockey pucks and leather rewrap go for $700+. The hockey pucks are expensive, but you can find repros on these though.
Olin - Member #1375
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1972 911T
Original
-117 Light Yellow -15x6 Fuchs (9120/M400) -S Appearance (M470) -5 Speed Transmission (9590)
Options added
-Houndstooth Sport Seats (M409) -Rear sway bar (9228)
-H4's -BTB Fog Lts (M429) -Amber TTG Driving Lts (9420/M432)
-380mm Steering Wheel -Becker Mexico -Roof Mounted Luggage/Ski Rack (9503)
-A/C (M559) -Rear Fog Lt (M571) -Rear Wiper (9290) -Wheel Trim (M426) -Footrest (9563)