As there are two "Mikes" involved in this thread, I'm hoping you are
alluding to the other one...;-)
I'm one of the first dozen or so qualified to serve as a TAC inspector,
going back nearly twenty years ago when the broader Tiger community was not
100% sure TAC was even a good idea, and also served as President of STOA
during that timeframe.
I've interacted with many (many) Tiger owners, prospective owners and
former owners over the years and stand by my opinion that this mailing list
tends to be "ready, fire, aim" when it comes to passing judgement.
If your message was directed at the other "Mike", I'd agree that TAC is an
invaluable component in choosing a suitable car. I also can see where the
idea of a display plate, to advertise TAC status, is something to consider.
Mike (Wood)
In a message dated 11/6/2012 5:52:03 A.M. Pacific Standard Time,
rande@thecia.net writes:
Mike, I'm singling you out because I think you raised the issue of how
judgemental
folks in this usergroup seem to be.
First, let me be one of the first longtimers on this list to tell you point
blank that any of us will be glad to tell you pretty much anything you need
to know to help your Tiger purchase along.
We can't go into the the line by line specifics of what TAC looks at, but
you
can feel safe in asking for and getting expert advice, and when possible,
accompanying
you to look at a car.
I've been to many Uniteds on both coasts and met owners, I've subscribed to
this list for years, and I might have a different view of this group. With
the
postings of the last month, I can see where you might get a different take.
In particular, the car with the cowl-mounted TAC plate raised some issues
mainly
because,for me, this was the very first instance that I saw something like
this,
and as a TAC inspector, it raises some issues.
I think in the discussions of original versus personalized versus modified,
I find Tiger owners more open to changes than, I'll say, Corvette folks.
I encourage you to stick with us.
Rande
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