Stu said >>>> because I make no attempt or apology for "improving" the cars during the process to make great daily drives.

Yep. Again, I'm with you on that also. I also believe in restoring where possible, but improving where it enhances my safety or enjoyment. Of course I take the same beatings you do on that score :)

See? we're not so different, all of us...

well, OK, we are, but it may be enough to enjoy similar things for a while :)