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West Peterson wrote:
Very commendable goal, Tom. Keep in mind, though, that many of those factory photos were taken very early on, and many things could have (and did) change for production. In my opinion, it's best not to use one source. As it seems Tom R. is doing, pay close attention to what plating or type of paint was used on any of your original parts.
What was (is) the vacuum gauge for? Is that standard equipment?
West,
I apologize for the delay in responding to your post. I somehow missed it.
Tom and I are aware of the pre-production aspect of factory photos. We are doing our best to rely on information from actual production.
The vacuum gauge was added. The gauge itself is pre-war. We are keeping the gauge because it is very handy when tuning this car. It can always be removed later for a factory look.
Which brings me to a further clarification of my philosophy of restoration on this car. I want it to be as close to factory accurate as possible, and where there are deviations, it is very obvious and easily brought back to original. Any deviations are also present because they make operating and maintaining the car easier; such that any modifications fit the earlier premise. In other words, ado and aodn0j0a onad oiida a .
Clear?
Cheers,
Tom
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