Although considered by some the ultimate in restoration processes does anyone know the average point deduction this type of restoration is going to cost the owner. I assume there's going to be many parts that just can't be brought back to original state and once the project begins the only option (because of unavailability of original parts)is to replace with repo's.
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The question you're asking is pretty much the same as 'how long is a piece of string'. With sufficient time, effort, attention to detail, and money, a restoration can render a restored car that is virtually identical to an original.
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Mike, your saying a emergency brake cable for example can be restored to original like new condition?Comment
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Gary,
It's subjective and depends on the day, the judge, etc. But, with the collective experiences of the membership and others, it can be done. As far as your example of the e-brake restore, check the Restorer Vol 31 #2 for an article by Gary Beaupre on that exact subject. As I'm learning, it's the journey as much as it is the destination in this hobby.
Good luck,
RobRob
'66 327/300 Regional Top Flt
'08 6 speed coupeComment
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Gary,
That's a great question. After doing a frame-off on my '67, I'm a believer that things are only original once. I can't even keep tract of how many parts just couldn't be make to look as they originally did. There's an awful lot of guessing when it comes to trying to duplicating original finish, installation procedure and final appearance. I think a large part of restoration is based on what will be accepted for judging purposes, rather than if it truly is "as original". After my restoration, which included very minimal use of reproduction parts, I think the word "not" should preface the words "exact reproduction" when it comes to most of the parts available. There is almost always some small detail that is not the same, whether it passes as original or not. If you have the money and the time, you can pretty much gather up all the original parts you need rather than use reproduction. They're out there...Ebay being a good illustration of that. Anyway, just my thoughts...Comment
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When we restore a Corvette, we establish the owner's desires up front. If the owner is looking for a Top Flight car, the judging manual is adhered to. Throughout the process, we weigh the costs and benefits (in terms of deducts) and proceed from there. The mistake most amateurs make is trying to get the last 2% because the cost to do so is largely disproportionate to the amount of actual results. Believe it or not, you can add tens of thousands of dollars pursuing minutae.Comment
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That's possibly not a good example as the parking brake cable is not fully judged due to limited access
If a particular part is not possible to restore (let's say a sealed beam headlight for example) then the restorer should go through an evaluation process comparing the quality/availability of repo parts, vs. good used from swap meets vs. NOS, all balanced against the number of judging points the item is worth.
Ya pays yer money and takes yer choice.Comment
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VERY WELL PUT... *NM*
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