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It's been A LONG time since I updated this thread. Numerous life events consumed my focus and energy and pulled me away from Steel Soldiers. There's no sense in recalling and recounting all the crapola, but I'm thankful that I survived it. Moving right along.... I'll try to catch y'all up on...

The Mite starts, runs, stops, and looks new!!! It's an absolute thrill to drive!!!! :driver: Decent horsepower, LOADS of torque, and great acceleration!!! :-)

Thank you all for coming out to the parade. I’m grateful for your participation. I appreciate the time and distance travelled by those who racked up the miles on their MVs. The fight through Orlando traffic, the excessive wait time for seating, and the quality and service of food did not add...

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Just got word that 3 vehicles will not attend. :-( Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Our lineup number is 65. Please arrive at 9:30am. Following the parade, we will convoy back to Ace Cafe. Directions: North on Magnolia Ave. Turn left heading west on E. Colonial Drive. Turn left heading south on N. Hughey Ave. Turn left heading east on E. Livingston St.

Last call for RSVPs, y’all! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Doc sacrificed so much for her. Hundreds of hours. Countless trips to local hardware and auto parts stores. Blood, sweat, tears. Saturday he showed me his trail of quarter sized bloodstains on the garage floor. Doc poured his heart and soul into her restoration. I’m deeply grateful for all his...

The bulk of the mechanical restoration is done. Jeannie is home safe and sound. My wife is thrilled :clinto::-D:driver:. For the first time in nearly 14 years she can drive her Mighty Mite!!! Hopefully she’ll let me drive her occasionally. To Do List: - fix the vacuum operated windshield...

We decided not to install the fire extinguisher bracket. It’s a big project, though it seems small. The Orlando Veterans Parade is in the very near future, and Jeannie will be in it come heck or high water. Doc pulled my 22 foot double axle steel bed trailer from his back yard. We loaded up...

We finished the driver and passenger safety straps. I bought the stainless steel carabiners from a local amateur radio convention. I got the straps and buckles from work. I dove into the dumpster to salvage them! I drilled out a rivet and Doc painted the buckles. The buckles have sharp teeth...

Doc used Krylon to touch up the paint. It’s not an exact match but it’s close enough. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Pay close attention to the brake lines. Doc did a masterful job of bending and routing them. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

We installed the new muffler. I took reference pictures of the old one. The old muffler was rotted inside. I’m glad I spent the $100 for the new one. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

We will install a NOS muffler tomorrow. I placed a 3/4" wrench next to the muffler to give you a size reference. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I finally made it to Doc’s house. We’re putting the finishing touches on the Mite. My wife wanted the antenna bracket and radio mount removed. I attached a bunch of engine pictures also. It’s so clean now, and runs like a Singer sewing machine! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I’m pretty sure I got the sending unit from Daryl Bensinger. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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I still have room in the lineup for more vehicles. The clock is ticking. Not much time left until I close the door for RSVPs.