[John Otis]

Well I think it would be an interesting exercise and from an artistic point of view it might make some sort of point. I think if I were going to make such a commitment I would also fit the engine with a roller bearing crank, and rods, real bearings in the rear axle, modern seals on everything, and anything else internally that any superior machine would demand. I remember years ago a fellow brought me a small block Chevy engine and he wanted a mirror finish on it. All over. The engine's destination was a show car and everything had to be just so. Well after weeks of grinding I presented him with a shiny black engine that had a polished surface all over. Would I do it again? Probably. Did I make money? Tons. He was happy and I was happy. Massively over restoring a T would probably also be really great fun. It would never ever remotely be worth all the time and effort other than to say that you had done it.