Welcome to the Squadron, sir!
At ease, smoke 'em if you've got 'em.
So, I'm really curious to see these door panels!
Laura G. and "Nigel"-1978 1500 BRG
----- Original Message -----
From: <HD883HUGGR@aol.com>
To: <spitfires@autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, July 06, 1999 8:03 AM
Subject: New Kid on the List
>
> Hi Gang. Bill Miller turned me onto the list, so I'm currently
eavesdropping
> on all the mail. Bill suggested I should introduce myself:
> Scott Bailey of Phoenix, AZ. Proud owner of "Hobbs," a guardsman
> blue 77 Spitfire in pretty nice shape for a daily driver.
> Two quick notes:
> 1) Picked up a Weber downdraft w/ Cannon intake, and a brand new
> header w/ 1-into-2 monza exhaust. Since I'm mechanically illiterate, if
any
> of you are in the Phoenix area and would like to ride shotgun on the
> installation (especially regarding the Weber), I'd be outrageously
> appreciative and even supply the cold beer.
> 2) Since Hobbs is not a stock resto (mag wheels, Maaco paint, 74
> engine and dash) I decided to dress up the interior by installing wood
door
> panels. Picked up smooth birch paneling and stained it with Honey Maple
so
> it matches the dash pretty close. Trimmed it with black rubber door edge
> guard from the auto parts store. Not sure how it will hold up over time,
but
> it sure looks sweet!
> Glad to be part of the team. Happy motoring! Scott
>
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