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Dave O · 01-19-2017, 10:26 AM

Thanks for all the info.
reggiedog, I guess I'm taking the "easy route" on my restoration. I want to honor the original look, but not committed to being perfect in every detail. I originally bought the car to just enjoy an occasional ride and take me back to the days of my first car, which was a Model A that I bought for $30! As I get deeper and deeper into the restoration I find myself trying to remain true to the original look, but also realizing that even back in the 30's car owners modified their cars. That's what started the aftermarket business.
I'm in awe of you guys that are making the effort to have every nut and bolt identical to the original. But, my immediate goal is to have a good looking "driver" that looks every bit like a Model A, but is not intended for fine point judging. For that purpose I think the suppliers do a pretty good job, and I'm happy they are out there.
That said, I'll get the big book and start looking at Bert's for my parts going forward. Thanks again for the info.

01-19-2017, 10:26 AM	#5
Dave O Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Waxahachie, Tx Posts: 88	Re: Two Questions - Paint color and hardware Thanks for all the info. reggiedog, I guess I'm taking the "easy route" on my restoration. I want to honor the original look, but not committed to being perfect in every detail. I originally bought the car to just enjoy an occasional ride and take me back to the days of my first car, which was a Model A that I bought for $30! As I get deeper and deeper into the restoration I find myself trying to remain true to the original look, but also realizing that even back in the 30's car owners modified their cars. That's what started the aftermarket business. I'm in awe of you guys that are making the effort to have every nut and bolt identical to the original. But, my immediate goal is to have a good looking "driver" that looks every bit like a Model A, but is not intended for fine point judging. For that purpose I think the suppliers do a pretty good job, and I'm happy they are out there. That said, I'll get the big book and start looking at Bert's for my parts going forward. Thanks again for the info.