After having totally dismantled my 1963 Auto Union to build my 1939 Auto Union Type C/D replica I contemplated the slightly (mainly surface) rusted frame and thought of all the time and effort required to clean off the rust and prepare to paint. I hit on hot dip galvanizing the whole thing. A local boat lift manufacturer had it done for me for $130.  I didn't paint over it but I could have and it's still a nice silver/gray after more than 15 years. I'm sure the prices have gone up but it still is an excellent way to go when restoring old frames. ... View more

When the Dakota Convertible was introduced in 1989 I thought it was brilliant. I figured it would sell like hotcakes particularly in the Sunshine states. I was wrong. Don't know why it didn't sell but the '89 to '92 recession probably had something to do with it. Bottom line: don't ask me for marketing advice ! ... View more

Love it except the wheels don't project the 50's image and I think detract from the beautiful creation. ... View more

Type 55 Bugatti roadster , 1973 BMW 3.0CS and a 1980's El Camino hot rod with a BMW V-12 and T-top. ... View more

GTI pocket rocket is right with 100 hp. If you replace the fuel inj. with carbs off a GS 1000 Suzuki motorcycle you eliminate the  rev. limiter and gain about 20 to 25 more horsepower. Ball of fun at 9,000 rpm. ... View more

Ha! Good informative article about steering and old ideas coming back but it hit me in the last paragraph about self-driving cars...horses often knew the way home unaided! ... View more