2009 190SL Group Convention
 Yellowstone, NP

Cars

September 7-11, 2009 
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Robby Ackerman in the driver's seat of Tim Kidder's electric 190SL near Castle Geyser in the Old Faithful Geyser Basin.  This was a fun car to have at the Convention and most members had the opportunity to ride or drive it.

Master mechanic Don Drabik preparing to work on Brian Parker's starter with a hammer.
A firm blow was able to get Brian's starter to work (at least this time). Paula is doubtful.
Ellis Lovell chats with Auret VanHeerden as Brian Parker works and Walt Puryear watches.
Brian decided to change the starter while he had so much support (note the beer).

Brian loosened the lower bolt from underneath.
Without sand paper, Brian "borrowed" half of an emery board from Betty Villers.
Starter is in; now to reinstall the rear carburetor.
Brian Parker with his well earned Wogoman Award.

Tim Kidder brought an "190SL Electric" that he built.
Bob Clendenin appreciating Tim Kidder's workmanship.
It is a beautifully restored 190SL body with racing windshields.
The head rest cowl covers a bank of batteries.

The interior had modern seats, electronic gauges an a smaller steering wheel.
The business of an electric car, a 50 HP AC motor supported by an electronic controller.
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Tim Kidder with his creation.
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Look closely at the "Don's" license plates. Identical "DONS 190" from IN and MI.

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The line of 190SLs in Silver Gate MT with snow capped mountains.
The road up the side of Beartooth Pass
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Don Freese's car.

Another picture of Don Freese.
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Walt & Valerie Puryear
Don Drabik
Bob Merrell

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Jim Villers' car on top of Beartooth Pass.
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The Teton mountains behind Jim Villers' car. .
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Robby Ackerman's 190SL driving east before leaving the park.