I have been following the list for almost two years. Joined 6-pack about a
year ago. I have been working to resurrect CF 24149 UO for two years. When I
acquired her she ran but that was about all. Two winters ago I was going to
change out the rear hub, came down with shipwrights disease and wound up with
a dizzying assortment of bags, boxes and piles of parts. Got the body back
from paint last November (no rust, no filler and correct Mallard Blue). Moved
everything to the basement and started assembling and ordering all those
parts I had somehow overlooked during the previous year of research and parts
restoration/aquisition. Yesterday she came to life. She looks and runs as
new. She will hopefully never see a trailer. These cars are made to drive.
A 1973 TR6 was the first new car my wife and I ever owned. We started having
kids shortly thereafter and had to sell the '73' because of financial
reasons. We loved that car and always wanted another. Now there is a 'new'
1974 TR6 in the garage which will not have to be sold.
I know this is a little long, but I just wanted to share my excitement with
others who will understand. I would like to thank all of those on the list
who have provided so much invaluable information. My questions were answered
before I had to ask them. I feel as if I know many of you and look forward
meeting those attending Trials 2002 in Granville in September.
Gratefully,
Bob Mook
CF 24149 UO
1974 Mallard Blue TR6
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