Hi Folks,

Over the years I have taken much pleasure from
finding antique or classic items of interest and
restoring them to pristine condition. From the
1957 MGA roadster to the 64 1/2 Mustang Convertible,
the home we currently reside in, various old boats
and most recently, the Granger Champion banty cane
I purchased here on FAOL. Each of these restorations
has brought me much pleasure and sense of accomplishment.

Now I have commenced an especially important
restoration, at least in my eyes. That restoration
is none other than me.*G* I have previously had my
right shoulder restored and regained function not
unlike when new. Tomorrow, the bone mechanics are
going to attempt a similar restoration on my right
knee substituting stainless and space age plastics
in my right suspension elements.*G* Next, we have
already scheduled the left shoulder for 90 days down
the road. Meanwhile, through chemicals and willpower, we have restored engine compression to
normal specs and have made progress on a recurrent
smoking problem.*G*

I'll be in the garage for about 4 days but should
achieve a considerable improvement in mobility as a
result. While I'm not sure there is enough bondo
and paint available to fully renew the original
appearance, I'm hopeful of regaining a bit of the
classic looks and performance I originally enjoyed.*G* Wish me luck!*G* Warm regards, Jim