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Date: Wed, 22 May 2002 17:40:02 -0600 (MDT)
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     Date: Wed, 22 May 2002 09:28:28 -0400
     From: Paul.Meyer@key3media.com
     Subject: Perfect Spitfire Moment

Just wanted to share something we can all appreciate.   Over the past two
weekends, I have spent many hours going over my '78.  Replaced a faulty
headlight, cleaned a dozen electrical connections and covered with
dielectric grease.  Put on a replacement Dash cover, fixed the trip meter,
replaced the thermostat and water pump, new fan belt, new front brakes.
Sunday night she drove like a dream - took her  for a night drive,
confident for the first time that all my lights would work.  She did 75 mph
on I95 like I always dreamed she should.  Monday morning I opted to drive
her to work.  Sailing along a beautiful new england back road, past stone
fences, lakes and farms I thought "It really doesn't get any better than
this" - then the shift knob broke off in my hand.  I laughed like a loon
for the next 10 minutes.  I think she just wanted to let me know who's the
boss.  She still drives beautifully, but getting into reverse is a
challenge.

The shifter arm broke at the last thread where the knob screws in.  I've
got a friend who may be able to weld it, but if anyone has a spare and
might be willing to let it go cheaply, please contact me off list.  Thanks
all, and have a great day.

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