Is there a poblication that breaks out the points or category inspection techniques? I'm beginning a 38 zephyr and would like guideance before-hand. Is there such a thing as over restoring? Thanks in advance and Happy New Year to to all. JK

[ronbarn]

The AACA Judging Manual explains our judging system. You can order a copy from the AACA Headquarters (see home page for aaca.org for addresses and info). Better yet, check the calendar and find out if there is a National Meet scheduled near you, attend a judging school (you get a manual free) and go through apprentice training - hands on is really the best way.<P>AACA does not take deductions for "over-restoration", however we have a very specific definition. The finish on each component must be authentic. For example, let's say a cast component should be black. If the item is smoothed (removing casting marks) and painted black, maybe even gloss black, there should be no deduction. That would be over-restoration. If, however, it is chromed that is not over-restoration, that is incorrect restoration and there would definitely be a deduction. Although we do not deduct for over-restoration (as per our definition), we also do not give any additional credit for it. <P>p.s. If you live in Northern Colorado, call Howard Scotland (hvs on this DF) in Cheyenne, Wyoming - he is one of our most experienced judges and would be glad to give you some more detail on the judging procedures.<p>[This message has been edited by ronbarn (edited 01-01-2001).]

Thanks, Ron, for the leads. I'll be hooking up with AACA. JK

[Old55ford]

Try the Lincoln-Zephyr Owner Club that is on the left side of this page The marque Clubs have a great deal of informatiom on their type of automobile or a real good source is AACA library. The address is in AA magazine best of luck on your project hope to see it in a AACA show sometime<BR><p>[This message has been edited by Old55ford (edited 01-03-2001).]