cazalea[Seiko Moderator]
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How did the weatherman miss this?
Sep 24, 2021,23:18 PM
Many people assume that most cars and homes (like watches) are designed and built to be weather-resistant (if not fully waterproof).
That does not apply in the case of vintage English cars, esp from Lotus. My car happened to be out because I am working on the other Lotus and the Woody TreeCV. And penned in, in front of the truck.
I thought “no problem, a little summer rain”
which soon was followed by lightning, thunder, and a downpour. And waterproofing does not necessarily apply to vintage California homes.
No time to worry about the Lotus, because the back porch drain was blocked by pine needles so I was forced outdoors. I couldn’t find my Gore-Tex coat so grabbed the only jacket handy. Is is waterproof? Need you ask? it’s a Jaguar.
No, it’s not waterproof.
Now they’re saying we might get an inch or more of rain! since the Lotus has an all-plastic body, I guess I could just drill some holes in the floor tomorrow and let the water drain out…
Cazalea
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How did the weatherman miss this?
By: cazalea : September 24th, 2021-23:18
Many people assume that most cars and homes (like watches) are designed and built to be weather-resistant (if not fully waterproof). That does not apply in the case of vintage English cars, esp from Lotus. My car happened to be out because I am working on...
Hello Rene
By: cazalea : September 25th, 2021-03:10
Long time, no see. Thanks for reading, and yes it was fun even though a bit of trouble. Nothing as fun as playing in the tropical rain (as a boy or grownup). Cheers, Mike PS - I took off my watch, just in case
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By: renerod : September 26th, 2021-19:20
I've been a looker the last months, something to do with having a lot of work to do because some unexpected virus and a change of residence because of the job. Now I live close to your homeland, Tabasco during weekdays. In Coatzacoalcos, Veracruz. I'm gla...
Best part of the story
By: Speedie74 aka Mr. Torquise : September 25th, 2021-03:35
was to see your happy face on the last picture! It seems you really enjoyed the pouring rain! Yours, Adam