posted 09-03-2021 10:58 AM                  

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Originally posted by 1stMadMan:
The timing couldn’t be worse! Six months ago I would’ve already been on the list. A couple of things have not gone to plan lately and funds are about to be extremely depleted.
Saying that I really want one!
Maybe combining two units to ship to the UK may save a few dollars and make it sort of feasible.
David ?

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posted 09-03-2021 05:42 PM                  

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Originally posted by 1stMadMan:
I guess that means you can add me to the list.

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You guessed correct dear boy!
We are in this badly timed situation together…..

posted 09-03-2021 06:39 PM                  

If that is case AND, I repeat, AND he takes on this new order, then we will have met the minimum number to make this happen. Again, this is Tom's call to push this purchase through. He will make a firm decision after he gets back from his trip AND reaches out to the hardware vendors.

With this run, there will on be 11 units + 1 prototype unit in the market.

1 @ Larry Mayes ( WildCat )
1 @ Steve ( DublinOH )
1 @ Tom ( Tom Mills )
1 @ Tom ( Tom Mills ) ( prototype)

Right now on commitments, we are at

Onecatdog : 1 unit
Dick Henry : 1 unit
Adacus : 2 units
Wayne Finch : 1 unit
Beware : 1 unit
Dave Haggas: 1 unit ( Great Britain )
1stMadMan : 1 unit ( Great Britain )

8 units so far.

If Tom sticks to a limit of 7 units AND he approves the project, then the list above are in for the purchase.

Any addition inquiries will have to be decided and approved by Tom. Considering his work load, it it is unlikely he will commit to a higher number of units.

Keep in mind all, this project has a long lead time. You will need to be extremely patient as only one unit can be made at a time. There is only one mold for the top and one for the bottom. Cure times are slow and tideous. And I can tell you this. If Tom removes the panel and does not like what he sees, he will destroy the panel and start again. If that happens; everyone behind that panel gets pushed back. There is no way to avoid this.

Patience is paramount on this project.

Once, and if, the project begins, Tom and I will give a once a week update on the project progression, NOT on individual orders. It is simply too time consuming to micromanage the amount of work involved on each order.

The first unit will be the most time consuming of the order.

PLEASE NOTE :

The units WILL NOT be in a finished color. It is important all understands this. You will need to have a body shop spray in your finished top coat.

Additionally, when, and if, Tom provides a unit cost, this unit cost is ex-works Mishawaka Indiana 46545.

This means it is available for pick up at his shipping door non crated or packed. However, Tom and I are looking at a couple of different packing and shipping methods for these panels as they are very large.

Installation : the unit cost does not include installation. However, there a few of the potential buyers who have offered their guidance. This subject will be moved to a group email over the weekend.

Well, that is the latest updates on this wonderful project. Thank you to all who have come forward to show their high interest in this very rare opportunity.

In closing, if you are interested in this purchase, please show your interest in this thread.

Have a great weekend to all.

posted 09-09-2021 12:21 PM                  

Tom is currently out of town.
Tom and I will give a progression Update on / about 09/15 to 09/20.

In this next update, Tom is checking on hardware availability.

Here is his email DD 09/01/2021

" I am busy rest of this week and going to a national Studebaker meet in Indianapolis next Wednesday and will be back on the 11th and then I will see what I can find out from the ( hardware*) vendors. If they work out I might be able to get a lid made before I leave for Florida the end of October. The Prowler I have lined up should be able to get here after the Prowler meet in west Virginia. Maybe can get something done on the install before I go.

Will know more the week of the 13th."

* added by me.

With that, please be patient guys and gals and start saving your funds.

Again please note, this is still a TENTATI VE project for Tom to undertake.

If your in WV for the meet and you see Tom, Steve, or Larry Mayes, go over and introduce yourself and take a look at their split panel rear deck lid.

So let's be patient, we are getting there.

Big kudos thank you to Tom for taking on this possible run on these deck lids. Thank you kind sir.

Like I mentioned, this may be the final run of these deck lids due to the limited number of hard tops in the field.

Everyone have a great time WV. It is beautiful country out there. If ya have time, take a trip down to Williamsburg or Virginia Beach, VA. I grew up there.

Safe and happy causing to everyone.

posted 09-18-2021 09:47 PM                  

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Originally posted by Mr.Mcgoo:
I’m in

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I Got IT........LOL