2006 at the Hammond Barn

[RHClarke]

Again, it was warmer outside than inside today at the barn. Lucifer kept the back end nice and toasty, but the front end warmed up only after we opened the barn doors. It was 1 degree C at 0800 hrs - not quite Texan standard...but nice the same.

It was so nice that Grant spent the best part of the morning grinding and cutting away at his cab vertical support pillers - they having been modified (heavily) by the previous owner.

Bob was not feeling good enough to join us until later in the day. He is just seeing some improvement in his cough and other ailments - a breath of fresh air does that.

I spent the morning figuring out brake (master cylinder and tranny brake) and clutch linkages, radiator support positioning and fan blade interference. Some challenges lay ahead, but everything looks like it fits.

After a nice lunch at Chez Marie, Bob and Grant strolled off to the field for a tactical walk and talk. I spent the remainder of the afternoon with the needle gun prepping my rims for their new rubber (can't wait really).

All too soon, it was time to head for home and help out around the ranch. It was a nice day - a little wet and muddy, but fun. Come on global warming! Get rid of this damned snow!