Parker Car Wreck

[TCHB]

Last Sunday we were just coming out of Parker on the way home and came upon a nasty car wreck. I Mitsubishi Elclipse went head on with a large semi truck. I car was trying to pass on a blind dip about 7 miles out of Parker towards Vidal. The car was hard to recognize with the back most of the car gone. We stopped to help and were suprised the two people were banged up and with some facial damage (teeth) but were alive. They were both very lucky for doing something so stupid!!!!!!

[djunkie]

Thats why I go through Ehrinburg. I've seen way too many bad accidents on Rice Road and have had wayyy to many close calls.

[TCHB]

With this type of driving it could happen anywhere. Passing on a blind hill is crazy!!

[ThongMagnet]

Stuiped is was stupid does
"Vacation's when you go somewhere... and you don't ever come back". :skull:

[HighRoller]

I hope the semi wasn't damaged too badly.

[andy01]

Thats why I go through Ehrinburg. I've seen way too many bad accidents on Rice Road and have had wayyy to many close calls.
Yeap, a tad bit out of the way but piece of mind goes a long way.

[Her454]

I have an Eclipse..............I cant believe they lived through it.

[NOTALENT]

Thats why I go through Ehrinburg. I've seen way too many bad accidents on Rice Road and have had wayyy to many close calls.
Same here....The last time we drove Rice was about 5years ago....A guy died in our arms....I will never drive that again. I have been there and helped in 2 major accidents...plus the countless I have heard... :frown:

[Her454]

Where exactly is Rice Road?

[Biglue]

I dont like Rice road either. I did come home that way Sunday though. I went over the El Cajon Pass during sleet and rain AND fog. Took me 9 hours to get to Havasu. I figured after watching the forecast I'd better just drive out to the 10 and come up.

[shadow]

Where exactly is Rice Road?
Between Heaven & Hell :crossx:
off I-10 between Desert center & Vidal Junction.

[maxwedge]

I have an Eclipse..............I cant believe they lived through it.
I make Eclipse parts for a living. You might want to check your brake and fuel lines for leaks in-case I was hungover that day I made yours. :D But isn't it nice to know you could live through the resulting crash anyway.

[Her454]

I make Eclipse parts for a living. You might want to check your brake and fuel lines for leaks in-case I was hungover that day I made yours. :D But isn't it nice to know you could live through the resulting crash anyway.
You must have built my first TWO transmissions then. :cry: :rolleyes:
Between Heaven & Hell :crossx:
off I-10 between Desert center & Vidal Junction.
Anyone have a map? I dont know where Vidal Junction or Desert Center is.....or at least I dont think so. Im trying to figure out if I've ever driven it...

[maxwedge]

You must have built my first TWO transmissions then. :cry: :rolleyes:
Nope, actually I think the engines and trannys are built in Japan and shipped here. I work for a subcontractor and all we make are the brake/fuel/power steering lines, and we do a damn fine job really. But the Mitsubishi plant that builds the cars is here in Normal, so I do know people who helped assemble that baby for ya. Want their names? :p

[Her454]

Nope, actually I think the engines and trannys are built in Japan and shipped here. I work for a subcontractor and all we make are the brake/fuel/power steering lines, and we do a damn fine job really. But the Mitsubishi plant that builds the cars is here in Normal, so I do know people who helped assemble that baby for ya. Want their names? :p
Considering I've put two tranny's in it....... and need to replace the motor now.....SURE, I'D LOVE THEIR NAMES :rollside: :rollside:
I bought a LEMON.

[NOTALENT]

Considering I've put two tranny's in it....... and need to replace the motor now.....SURE, I'D LOVE THEIR NAMES :rollside: :rollside:
I bought a LEMON.
Ouch...sounds so....how much are you paying for the engine???

[djunkie]

Yeap, a tad bit out of the way but piece of mind goes a long way.
Funny thing is, I have learned that its takes just as long. Even though its a 55mph speed limit and about 10 miles longer. But at least you don't have to worry about getting stuck behind a caravan boats and motorhomes, then trying to make a bonzai pass. F-That!!! :rollside:

[NOTALENT]

Funny thing is, I have learned that its takes just as long. Even though its a 55mph speed limit and about 10 miles longer. But at least you don't have to worry about getting stuck behind a caravan boats and motorhomes, then trying to make a bonzai pass. F-That!!! :rollside:
and if you break down, there is something near.... :rollside:

[Her454]

Ouch...sounds so....how much are you paying for the engine???
Actually I dont know yet. I was so disgusted with the car that I parked it. Haven't driven it in almost a year and I haven't checked into a new engine yet as I was going to sell it but I think I might just have it done for my daughter to drive since its paid for.

[maxwedge]

Considering I've put two tranny's in it....... and need to replace the motor now.....SURE, I'D LOVE THEIR NAMES :rollside: :rollside:
I bought a LEMON.
Ouch...I bet you would like thier names...but it sounds like you need to talk to sombody in Japan and I don't know anybody who works there. Gotta run now... :crossx:
I have heard they've had lot's of tanny issues with those. Sorry to hear it. Hope the dealer kisses major ass, because judging by the number of cars piling up in the factory lot, they need too start doing something. Also if you would stop driving all Paul Walker and shit, it would last longer. :D

[Her454]

I have heard they've had lot's of tanny issues with those. Sorry to hear it. Hope the dealer kisses major ass, because judging by the number of cars piling up in the factory lot, they need too start doing something. Also if you would stop driving all Paul Walker and shit, it would last longer. :D
The warranty paid for the first transmission, the dealer paid for the second.
The warranty is now expired and anything from here on out comes out of my pocket, IF I decide to keep it.
Anyone want to buy an Eclipse, cheap LOL ?

[Jbb]

Considering I've put two tranny's in it....... and need to replace the motor now.....SURE, I'D LOVE THEIR NAMES :rollside: :rollside:
I bought a LEMON.
Traci>>>>>>Hard on the equipment.... :p

[Her454]

Traci>>>>>>Hard on the equipment.... :p
So Im told. :rollside: :rolleyes:

[Jbb]

So Im told. :rollside: :rolleyes:
:) :)

[UHHH SUCKA]

Funny thing is, I have learned that its takes just as long. Even though its a 55mph speed limit and about 10 miles longer. But at least you don't have to worry about getting stuck behind a caravan boats and motorhomes, then trying to make a bonzai pass. F-That!!! :rollside:
Exactly. I've also found that I save a little more fuel by going that route. I dont know if it is the elevation or what it is. Sounds weired but i have noticed that.

[djunkie]

Exactly. I've also found that I save a little more fuel by going that route. I dont know if it is the elevation or what it is. Sounds weired but i have noticed that.
I definately get better mileage. Rice Road has a long grade. Its very gradual so you don't notice it but its there.

[Krazy K]

You must have built my first TWO transmissions then. :cry: :rolleyes:
Anyone have a map? I dont know where Vidal Junction or Desert Center is.....or at least I dont think so. Im trying to figure out if I've ever driven it...
http://maps.yahoo.com/maps_result?addr=&csz=desert+center%2C+ca&country=us&new=1&name=&qty=

[ColeTR2]

I stopped for a rollover on Rice Road on Friday night. I was there for about 30 minutes. The guy was shaking up but still alive.
I saw this one to. about 10pm