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Re: Stereotype/restoration quandry

To: british-cars@autox.team.net
Subject: Re: Stereotype/restoration quandry
From: fickes@taurus.apple.com (Stan Fickes)
Date: Wed, 12 Oct 1994 10:02:53 +0300
Bob Scardamalia asked:
>Has anyone successfully learned welding etc. on such a major
>project?  Is this doable?

I am currently learning to weld in preparation for my work on my Sprite and
then a MGTD.  At the suggestion of many friends, I have bought a Lincoln
flux-core wire welder (like a MIG, but no gas.)  I have done a few welding
things around the house, and I'm better than before, but not yet up to body
quality.  Practice practice practice!  I may try my hand on a Radio Flyer
next (this seems to be a common restoration project!)

On another subject, I'm finally back online due to a voluntary employer
change!  I've been off for a year now, so just a quick update...

I sold my BGT *sniff* as it didn't suit my needs and wasn't as fun as I'd
like.  The Sprite STILL leans to the left, but I am trying to solve that.
And yes, she's still pale blue with a really odd black stripe.  The TD is
still in 2 major groups in the garage; chassis on the left, body on the
right.  Perhaps another year or two.

Michael (son) is almost two and starting to find he can influence events
with a single word -- NO.  Laura (wife) is pregnant and due to deliver in
early April.

It's great to be back!!!!!!  sf

Stan Fickes
Wireless Communication Technologies
Advanced Technology Group
Apple Computer, Inc.
408 974-7653





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