Criticism of RESTORER articles

[Tom H.]

Re: Criticism of RESTORER articles

Mike- The only folly I can think of- other than owning a boat that has a clearly negative investment value- is restoring any Corvette to high NCRS standards. There is no way that the investment can be recouped. Therefore, there must be more to this hobby than making money from restored cars. I think that members drift off for other reasons that I don't fully understand. I wanted to start attending Mason-Dixon Chapter meetings until I found out they only have two per year. That really doesn't foster collegial exchanges or much else that I can think of. I find the organization interesting because of the plethora of information available from the membership; however, I have absolutely no intention of ever getting hung up on minutiae that seems to pre-occupy--I'm too old and too tired. Actually, I just thought of a greater folly than a Bloomington Gold restoration-- BUILD A SHOW QUALITY STREET ROD! I guess that will start an interesting thread.

[Chuck G.]

Re: Criticism of RESTORER articles

Hi Tom. While it's true that Mason Dixon has only two "General Membership-Dinner" meetings per year, we have many other events throughout the year, almost one per month. Our fall meeting was last week at the Steak and Ale. We had approximately 50 members there. We have the Christmas party coming up next month. After the first of the year, we have some judging schools, then our annual judging event in March in Glen Burnie. We have road tours, the Vintage Thunder drags, the chapter picnic, etc. Log onto https://www.ncrs.org/masondixon That will keep you abreast of upcoming events. Hope to see you at some future Chapter functions. Chuck

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[Chuck G.]

Re: Criticism of RESTORER articles

Well said, Reba. I enjoy ALL the articles in "The Restorer". I've written several which have been published over the years, some "technical", some "human interest". Terry does a GREAT job. He's the editor, not the "writer" of the magazine. He relies on people like us, the membership, to contribute articles. Chuck

[Tom H.]

Re: Criticism of RESTORER articles

Chuck- Thanks for the response. I was disappointed when told there were only the two meetings per year because I'm interested in the tech side of Corvette life which is not really the focus of most Corvette clubs.

[Chuck G.]

Re: Criticism of RESTORER articles

Hi Tom. The General Membership Meetings are for club "nuts and bolts" affairs, such as election of officers (Spring) and finalizing the upcoming schedule, etc. (Fall).

Regarding "real" Corvette nuts and bolts , we have at least one, and maybe two judging schools in the works for Jan. and Feb., prior to our March Judging event at Ernie Swanson's new Pontiac/GMC dealership in Glen Burnie. Then, we have a few road tours, one to Friendly Farms, one to Elk Run Winery, the Drags, Carlisle, the Annual Picnic, etc. We're going to do another Chapter Judging Event in the fall at Ron Adams' new Chevy dealership in Havre de Grace. The "final-final" dates for the judging schools haven't been set yet. Bookmark the website. Chuck

[Dean Sorenson]

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I must first admit that I have changed my focus on the hobby and now drive a C5. But in my efforts to restore two older Vettes ('61 and "66 big block) I found the Restorer to be of tremendous assistance from an article on door latches ('66) and other items that helped me put my '61 into great original shape. I understand that the publication can't meet all of our needs but now, even owning a new Corvette, I still subscribe and learn from members. In addition, this venue, the website, I am always amazed at the knowledge that is out there among our members and their expertise that applies to so many applications. This is definitely one of the most useful hobby tech pubs I have found.

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[Tom R.]

Re: Criticism of RESTORER articles

Everyone is so agreeable...and I as well. But the analogoy whether the glass is half empty or half full...holds true here!

If the glass is half empty, you many have pointed out...fill it! Identify that which is missing in our knowlege base, research, study, write and fill it. Otherwise...it remains half empty!