[RB_Nielsen]

I purchased a basket case with the intent of doing the restoration myself, and with the consent of my wife purchased tools and took evening school classes instead of paying a professional. This approach worked very well because it allowed time for reasonably meeting hobby expenses AND at the same time picking up invaluable skills like welding. I enjoyed spending time disassembling discreet components one at a time - figuring out how they worked - making repairs - then putting them back together. What I would have given for a Les Andrews book back then. Things seldom went well the first time but to me it was all just part of the hobby, and I relish the knowledge gained. Because I traveled a lot for work, I was able to visit local junk yards along with other hobbyists who sold me much needed parts. The horn was assembled from parts obtained in three different states. It's been a fun ride and a much needed diversion to a demanding vocation.