Hi Steve, I've never felt the need for social media so I can't view face book etc.
Harold my thoughts are not to replicate a specific model or year but combine the vintage look with more up to date parts and materials. I like adding features which upgrade, performance, dependability and safety...without completely destroying the simplicity and look of a bygone era in motoring. Sometimes I may try to hide an upgrade while on other occasions I leave it wide open for all to see. While some may criticize the lack of authenticity in my builds or in the work of others, I openly point out my own changes with pride.
I restored vehicles to "as original" for many years and had some that were judged 100 point builds in major national competition...not an easy feat in top shows where judges are incredibly knowledgeable and meticulous collectors as well as judges. So I really value well done originals and exact replicas of anything guns, furniture, boats etc. and in my opinion it's much more difficult to do well than custom work.
I've decided to build "one off" builds for now and use no apologies. Though my own preferences might be quite different as to style or design variations when it comes to others efforts in bike construction; I allow them the very same courtesy I'd prefer myself to receive in this regard.
One of the things I much appreciate in this category of the forum is that common courtesy between posting members is quite common & that my friends is very uplifting & motivating! Rick C.
