For those following the Saga of the Herald, Chapter 16 finds us heralding(!)
the triumphant return of primer to the assembled body, and awaiting the Coming
of the Caulk. Whence the Caulk takes form within the boundary areas of the
sheetmetal, all will be ready for the Spraying of Ye New Paint, a shade not
unlike that used on newer Chrysler Products, a pleasant "Pearl Red" which
should give the impression of an updated Cherry or Signal Red.
Having prepared for the painting, all mechanical work save for the assembly of
the transmission has been completed, and the transmission is only waiting for
the case to be cleaned before being restored to assembled status.
An interloper has arrived on the scene in the guise of an older, wiser 1960
TR3, sadly in need of repairs, and repentant for a life of rust. With an engine
apparently reconditioned by a DPO, and mechanicals of dubious distinction, the
resurrection of this noble twin seat chariot shall only be preceded by the
exodus of the Herald from the restoration phase, and its introduction into use.
The 3 seems happy in its new surroundings, and the Herald has accepted her as a
sister in the order, a relative returned from adventures unknown, seeking only
the solace of the restorer's talents. Her future is predestined to include a
shade of British Racing Green, as well as a full overhaul, of a type with which
the Herald is quite familiar.
Please accept this poor missive as a report from the frontlines of two
restorations, one about to be completed, the other just to begin. When each is
complete, they will begin new adventures, of which I can, at this time, only
dream.
Yours sincerely,
Scott
1964 Herald 1200/12/50 Convertible
1960 TR-3 Roadster
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