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Here is what we started with from Ned Protexter.

Well, I believe our first project build is officially finished. 16 months from start to finish. My son and I fabricated the top from scratch (burnt up two sewing machines in the process...lol). It is not perfect, but presentable. That kind of work makes you really appreciate the skills of Elizabeth ...

Mr. Furstnow...that is a stunning restoration...absolutely beautiful. Well done!

Working on the buggy rail today

Thanks Dan. It was a pleasure meeting you last year. Our next project is fabricating the buggy rail.

My teenage helper having some fun behind the wheel...

With the help of my 16-year old son, we got the fenders, running boards, splash aprons and body mounted today. It was challenging getting everything to fit properly. I am looking forward to the next phase of her build and first drive.

All the best,
Mike Hanson

Hello everyone. I wanted to post a photo of my "1910" tourabout build. Yes, it is a bitsa car with a Ray Wells body I purchased about a year ago from Ned Protexter in Iowa, but it is finally starting to look like a car. The paint scheme on original tourabouts was the dark green, but I went with the ...

Wanted to Buy: Brass accessory ball bearing fan with riveted blades attached like that shown below. Supplier is currently out of stock. Needing for a brass-era project. Please email me at drpepper1885@suddenlink.net if you can help. Thank you.

Hello Hank. From top to bottom, the clamp measures 4".

Wanted to Buy: Pair of rear spring clamps with good threads for a 1917 touring car. Please email me at drpepper1885@suddenlink.net if you have a pair for sale. Thank you.