[Tom Wells]

Fitz,

My car is somewhat the same as it was when it was originally built. There were some "learning experiences" along the way:

- finally found a torque converter builder (FTI) who actually listened to what I was doing with the car and built me the correct spec one - took three converters to get there. It took a lot of boiled trans fluid in between.
- finally found a Ford C6 builder (Rossler) who listened and knew C6s. Took four transmissions to get the one that works and works...
- added an Accusump; fortuitously no engine parts were destroyed in the meantime.
- switched to Holley MPFI from a carb - not going back ;-)
- had some mechanical Smiths gauge failures, so considering going to the new electric versions.
- went with Michelin Sport tires at first. I have come to like Kumhos and Nittos much better, and they cost less.
- Went to EBC Redstuff brake pads for combination street/track day use. Great stopping power and almost no dust.
- Had to rebuild the undercar exhaust twice. Now it's all stainless and works well.
- I think if I did the trans again there's a new 385-series adapter available for a GM trans (350? 400?) that i would use - it has an overdrive.

I have the brakes, the steering, the paint, the leather seats, the correct number of roll bars that actually work (don't ask) and so on. I've really enjoyed the car and plan to use it on the track again soon.

Other than maintenance for well over 30,000 miles, including bunches of on-track miles, not much else.

I'm sure I forgot something but those seem to stand out for me.

Tom