Susan Hensley wrote:
>
> Bob bailey wrote:
> >
> > Hi,
> >
> > I've noticed lots of messages about painting and body work over the months
> > and thought I would share my discovery with the list. I don't know about
> > other states, but in Connecticut we have state technical schools that cover
> > grades 9 -12. These schools offer electrical,plumbing, etc. and automobile
> > (mechanics & body). These same schools also offer 12 week evening courses
> > during the school year. Last year I took an excellent welding course and
> > this year I'll be in the autobody and painting course. You can bring in
> > parts(winggs, bonnets)or your whole vehicle to work on. The school will even
> > have the students repair/paint your parts (or car) for the cost of material,
> > and the work usually comes out fantastic. So it might be worthwhile for
> > those who need this type of work to investigate in your state. Cost in CT is
> > about $120.00 and Veterans attend for FREE.
> >
> > Bob Bailey
> > 1966 TR4A
>
> I have had friends in Louisiana and in Texas who have had these classes
> work on their cars, both mechanical and paint-wise, for the cost of
> supplies, and have come out with rather well-done work. Call your local
> vo-tech or high school and see if they accept project cars -- there is
> usually a waiting list.
>
> Keep Triumphing,
> Susan Hensley %)
> 1968 Spit Mk3 -- Elliott
A fellow in our CTR (Capitol Triumph Register) club had his T/R 6 painted
by the local VO high school, and just took top award at his second show.
Paint job was less than $500.00. Execellant work, only needs to be rubbed
out for Trailer Queen results.this is N. Virginia location
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