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Gregory G. Sprock · 07-14-2008, 07:15 AM

Hello All,

I have sort of inherited JC Alvarez's 109 SW and am still working up a logical path for restoration. I will continue to add onto the the "Project Wilks" thread and would appreciate any commentary any time.

I am a machine shop teacher in Hampton, Virgina and hope to bring this project into the classroom for the students to see "something completely different." I have been around British cars since I was a kid and my brother used to race Triumphs at Watkin's Glen a long, long time ago.

As far as skills go; I am a machinist, welder, painter, electrician, sheet metal fabricator, and certified diesel mechanic. I also know how to hot lead steel sheet metal, by the way, which is a skill I picked up from my father.

I teach all sorts of machine technology classes including drafting and CNC topics. I have been working to rebuild and update the high school and adult education programs to keep pace with industry and have a lot of help from some really fantastic people here.

I am excited about this project and will probably have a million questions. Again, please check out the "Project Wilks" thread for the latest updates.

Best wishes,

Greg

ArmyRover · 07-14-2008, 08:12 AM

Congrats on getting JC's 109. I'm happy for you, and sad for JC at the same time lol.

Welcome aboard, and good luck with finishing the restoration.

stolenheron · 07-15-2008, 12:49 PM

welcome

sideview · 07-15-2008, 05:49 PM

Awesome, I'm happy Wilks went to a worthy new home! Bringing the project into the classroom is very cool, hope you can do that!

07-14-2008, 07:15 AM	#1 (permalink)
Gregory G. Sprock G.G. Sprock Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Tidewater, Vriginia Posts: 43 Gallery: 0	Hello from Virginia! Hello All, I have sort of inherited JC Alvarez's 109 SW and am still working up a logical path for restoration. I will continue to add onto the the "Project Wilks" thread and would appreciate any commentary any time. I am a machine shop teacher in Hampton, Virgina and hope to bring this project into the classroom for the students to see "something completely different." I have been around British cars since I was a kid and my brother used to race Triumphs at Watkin's Glen a long, long time ago. As far as skills go; I am a machinist, welder, painter, electrician, sheet metal fabricator, and certified diesel mechanic. I also know how to hot lead steel sheet metal, by the way, which is a skill I picked up from my father. I teach all sorts of machine technology classes including drafting and CNC topics. I have been working to rebuild and update the high school and adult education programs to keep pace with industry and have a lot of help from some really fantastic people here. I am excited about this project and will probably have a million questions. Again, please check out the "Project Wilks" thread for the latest updates. Best wishes, Greg

07-14-2008, 08:12 AM	#2 (permalink)
ArmyRover Rebuilding Rover Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: NH Posts: 1,999 Gallery: 0	Congrats on getting JC's 109. I'm happy for you, and sad for JC at the same time lol. Welcome aboard, and good luck with finishing the restoration. __________________ "Only two defining forces ever offered to die for you, Jesus Christ and the American G.I. One died for your soul, the other for your freedom." http://snhlr.org/ 91 Range Rover Classic 90 RRC Parts truck 94 Saab gas mileage beater

07-15-2008, 12:49 PM	#3 (permalink)
stolenheron 2004 Discovery II driver Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Fort Myers, Florida Posts: 1,449 Gallery: 6	welcome __________________ 2004 Discovery II SE7 - My Ride 2006 LR3 SE - Dad's Ride

07-15-2008, 05:49 PM	#4 (permalink)
sideview Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Virginia Posts: 1,609 Gallery: 0	Awesome, I'm happy Wilks went to a worthy new home! Bringing the project into the classroom is very cool, hope you can do that! __________________ "From 30,000 feet that swamp looks like a nice green lawn." =^..^= Hoho Lickin' Kitty Blingin Carpet Muchin Floor Moppin Bubbleheaded Vixen

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