Allen, I apologize but your post about testing the condenser is simply wrong.

A condenser can not and should not be thought of as a diode.  A condenser will “charge” up when a voltage is applied across it, as current is stored in the condenser.  To test a condenser (automotive) you can apply voltage either way and this is most easily done with a…[Read more]

Vicenc: I’m sure Tim Miller (KDI) would love your business. You’d have to leave the car with him though, pretty sure. Tell him I said hi if/when you call him.

He was working out of his parents’ garage when I contracted him. The door panels were an easy thing, since I had already cut the backers & had clear pictures of what I wanted the finished…[Read more]

Dan! Good to hear from you!

Vicenc, I think that you will be happiest if you have one made.  Jack tried fitting my Daytona Migi tonneau to his BCW and his Fiberfab. —- Not even close!

You should, first, decide what you want it to do for you.  I, whenever  top down cruising, always have my tonneau installed, even if only covering the storage shelf behind the seat…[Read more]

My boards are not cut.

You should be able to go both ways. The top should fold down and then be covered by the tonneau. If the top is removed you obviously would have more room.

Congratulations on the new addition. Treat it right and it will be a source of joy as you roll into the future.

Beautiful. Way to go, daddy-o.

Yes, the boards are cut for the pockets. The exact construction is a mystery to me, since i paid a pro to do it. The vinyl is marine grade. I copied the Moss replacements for the original vehicles.

Same here. Masonite with a thin foam pad added.

I used the hardboard type stuff they make pegboard out of. No holes, solid, about an eighth inch or maybe 3/16 thick. I could not make my own door cards because the pockets required a pro.

Well, OK then. Small price to pay. Congrats!

Well, OK then. Small price to pay. Congrats!

I doubt it’s your tablet. the editor must have gotten stuck in some funky mode. I removed the funny stuff…. well, if you made a joke, I didn’t remove that 🙂

My thoughts lean toward September because August can still be very hot but maybe PA is different?

I can do most dates but need lead time because I am overwhelmed at work. My Granddaughters birthday is the 21st of September so that following weekend is most likely out plus it gets close to our October meet. I lean towards the weekend of the 10th…[Read more]

I might could do an August run. Actually any of those other dates would probably work for me. But don’t halt the Labor Day cruise if I’m the only no-show.

I might be up but need to check with my wife. Not sure if something is already planned.

Sounds like a nice time.

Dang: Labor Day weekend is the Lime Rock Vintage Grand Prix. Got tickets to that already. Was hoping for some TDr company in CT–or on the ride up?

Vicenc, What a great idea.  I wish I could, but I regret that I will not be able to attend.  Thanks for the invite, I appreciate the invite.

I still am planning on seeing many of you this fall in Virginia Beach at the Air & Auto Show.

I’m trying to decide whether to drive my TDr or my Classic Mini to the show.  My Mini is nice and a lot of fu…[Read more]

Oops, somehow I’m not on the list or the map. Looks like I’m alone here in Maine!

Name: Stephen Houser
Screen name: stephenhouser
Home City & State: Buxton, Maine
Car Location City & State (If different): same
Year and Manufacturer: 1982 London Roadster
Engine: VW
Trans: VW
Body color: Red
Top color: White
Interior color: Red
Built by: Pick one…[Read more]