Thanks for all the kind words guys.
Al and Leo, that is yet another reason I keep learning allI can about shops/garages. lol ! Gotta have space for my DIY projects.
Fritter, you know I think they DID take pride in building things that not only looked good, but that would last for decades (even a lifetime). The idea of owning "disposable vehicles" thankfully wasn't around back then. And you're right, he is family.
Rich, LOL. It's funny. The '61 is a she ("Susie Q") and the '37 is a he ("Hank Sr").

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