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Originally Posted by Russ Dickey
Bill:
I wish I had the capital to do this. I think it would make for a great guide-type book (and accompanying website). Nothing against Curt Scott's current guide, but I've always felt like his is really more of place for the kit companies just to place advertisements.
My "guide" would not only compare each replica to the original in terms of authenticity and performance, but it would allow future replica buyers the ability to compare replica vs. replica. The detailed impressions and feedback of the actual builds, the amount of work that had to go into each, how good (or bad) the assembly manual was, how much support was available from the manufacturer, etc., would really help to answer the majority of questions that new buyers have when getting into one of these.
Of course, I probably wouldn't sell enough copies to make it worth it. Maybe it should just be a website....
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Russ,
I know what you mean in regards to the funds, it's tough out there right now. However, when you (or anyone else) is ready, I've got the connections to get the cars built. Perhaps one of the kit car magazines would pony up some of the costs, perhaps one of the larger automotive publications would take on this challenge. Unless you and I ask, we may never know. So once again, I'm game when the time comes.
Until then, here is wishing you well.
Sincerely,
Bill S.