maple_leaf_eh wrote:There is a fine line between authenticity and reckless. Let's be respectful to history, but acknowledge that we want to enjoy our retirements in one piece. I would be accurate for everything above the waterline, but complying with the collective wisdom for safety where it matters. So, shocks, springs and limiters as required for good road manners without compromising "first glance" inspections. No one will fault you for erring on the side of caution.
One another forum, we have just gone through the sad news of fellow restorer dying as a result of 3rd degree burns when his clothing caught fire while grinding. We have only one body and, despite reckless disregard for our mortality, one healthy life. Let's play safe here boys.
I was thinking the very same thing not long ago when looking at a post where someone was grinding and the sparks were bouncing off of the gas tank! I can assure you that these old tanks are not real well sealed.
Safety above all else.