Re: [FWDLK] Bluesboy Speaks

[Roger Howard <rhoward@xxxxxxxxxxxx>]

To the List:
I understand that we are all drawn to the same thing ...the Exner-era
style/design. Changing a powerplant is something I wouldn't undertake
personally...but I will make all efforts to NOT criticize those of you who
have done or hope to do so.  If it keeps the cars out of the junkyards,
etc....
Thanks to Dave once again for his helmsmanship.
RogerHMessage -----
From: "brian" <xm2cars@xxxxxxx>
To: <L-FORWARDLOOK@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Saturday, December 29, 2001 12:08 PM
Subject: Re: [FWDLK] Bluesboy Speaks


> We all should welcome John and his project without any prejudice
whatsoever! Any
> FWDLK car is worth saving and enjoying! That's what this hobby is all
about.
> Each to his own, stock resto, custom or rod!
>
> Welcome to the list John and please keep us informed on your project while
> understanding that we all have different feelings about our cars and how
much or
> how many modifications are acceptable. So, some members may not ever want
to
> tackle a project like yours, but most of us are open minded enough to
fully
> support your right to do so and be excited about it!
>
> Hey, go for it!
>
> Brian
> D500s in MI
>
> David Homstad wrote:
>
> > I completely disagree with Roger also! Nick is right. I am not aware of
> > anything on the ForwardLook Web site or the discussion list that makes
any
> > reference to pure stock restorations and preserved originals only.
> > Pro-street may not be what most of us want to own, but if it is a
> > ForwardLook car and owner, they should be welcomed to the group.
Besides, it
> > is great to have something to blow the doors of those 55 - 57 Chevys
with
> > their modern crate motors.
> >
> > Dave Homstad
> > 56 Dodge D500
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: Forward Look Mopar Discussion List
> > [mailto:L-FORWARDLOOK@xxxxxxxxxxxxx]On Behalf Of Dirt Rider
> > Sent: Friday, December 28, 2001 9:56 PM
> > To: L-FORWARDLOOK@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
> > Subject: Re: [FWDLK] Bluesboy Speaks
> >
> > Well, had to break out the dictionary for this one. For other dummies on
the
> > list, like me, Ostensibly means apparently.
> > Personally, I welcome anyone to the list. Pro street or stock, or
anywhere
> > in between, it's still a forward look car and it beats it being in the
> > crusher.
> >
> > Nick
> >
> > ----- Original Message -----
> >
> > From: Roger Howard <mailto:rhoward@xxxxxxxxxxxx>
> > To: L-FORWARDLOOK@xxxxxxxxxxxxx <mailto:L-FORWARDLOOK@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
> > Sent: Friday, December 28, 2001 10:43 PM
> > Subject: Re: [FWDLK] Bluesboy Speaks
> >
> > I agree with Mike completely. I sincerely hope that john will consider
> > another site for his hotrodding dreams. This site is ostensibly for
those
> > who want to preserve the species...
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > From: Mike & Sharon Higgins <mailto:clearcreek@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
> > To: L-FORWARDLOOK@xxxxxxxxxxxxx <mailto:L-FORWARDLOOK@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
> > Sent: Friday, December 28, 2001 1:31 PM
> > Subject: Re: [FWDLK] Bluesboy Speaks
> >
> > Although building a Pro-Street is one of the least favorite ways to
build a
> > car on this site, I really understand the passion.
> >
> > Recently, there was a 1956 two-door, in not so good shape, but with
straight
> > panels, listed here on the list.  If anyone remembers it, maybe you
could
> > pass along the information to John.
> >
> > Good Luck with your project, John
> >
> > Mike Higgins
> > 1955 Belvedere Sport Coupe
>