Brad,
You will notice that nowhere in that message did I use the first person
singular.
Joe
Brad Kahler wrote:
>
> Joe, I like that idea. Now let see, if I remember right you seem to have all
> kinds of time on your hands lately.......
>
> >
> > Brian (and all)
> >
> > While we are on the parts database issue, I have been thinking about the
> > need for a, "parts clearinghouse" database. The way it would work is,
> > those who have parts that they don't need (either new or used) can send
> > their information to the manager of the database and they will be listed
> > on-line by vehicle and location. It will help both the selling and buying
> > parties locate those parts that are needed to make repairs or finish that
> > restoration project.
> >
> > I can envision the database as a free service if somebody has the time to
> > sped on such a project. Otherwise, maybe a small listing fee could be
> > paid by the seller when the part is sold.
> >
> > I'm interested to know what the consensus is on this idea. Comments are
> > welcome.
> >
> > Joe
> >
> > Brian Sanborn wrote:
> > >
> > > Jim,
> > >
> > > Thanks... Looks nice.... I have been working on a TR Parts control
> > > system in Access 97 which I plan to share with the list and anybody
> > > else that cares.
> > >
> > > It's not finished but will be soon. The idea is to have a place to
> > > keep control of the parts you buy or acquire, the parts you identify as
> > > need in the future but can't yet afford( so you know what to order when
> > > things go on sale), the cost of the part and where the part is( future
> > > purchase, inventory and where stored or installed on car). I have it
> > > linked to the TRF database for price and description. So far it is
> > > fancy enough to be forms based but needs more work to make it shareable.
> > >
> > > I want to enter all the parts I have bought from TRF and Moss and all
> > > the parts on little buckslips in my catalogs for futures. I wish that
> > > Moss had a database.
> > >
> > > Brian Sanborn
> > > 62 TR4 CT16260L - Groton, MA
> > > sanborn@net1plus.com
> > > -----Original Message-----
> > > From: jaltman@altlaw.com <jaltman@altlaw.com>
> > > To: 'Triumph List' <triumphs@autox.team.net>
> > > Date: Saturday, October 17, 1998 9:24 PM
> > > Subject: Access Maintenance Database
> > >
> > > >
> > > >I have put together a little Access Database to record maintenance
> > > >information. There is a copy posted to my web site at
> > > >http://www.altlaw.com/metro/triumph.htm. Its written in Access 97 and
> > > having
> > > >that is required. A friend of mine is going to convert it to a Visual
> > > >Basic routine and compile it so that its a free standing program.
> > > >You're welcome to download and play with it. Comments and suggestions
> > > >welcome.
> > > >
> > > >Lest you think I am driving a new car, add 175,000 to get my actual
> > > mileage.
> > > >At 181,000 I replaced the speedo with one that read 6,000.
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >Jim Altman jaltman@altlaw.com Illigitimi non Carborundum
> > > >http://www.altlaw.com/metro/jaltman.html 69-TR6#CC28754L W4UCK
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> >
> > --
> > "If you can't excel with talent, triumph with effort."
> >
> > -- Dave Weinbaum in National Enquirer
> >
> >
>
> Brad (Lincoln Nebraska 402-464-1502)
>
> 1964 Spitfire4 BFC25720L
> 1966 TR4A CT72398L (Now a parts car)
> 1961 TR4 CT288L (Now with OD!!)
> 1959 TR3 TS41311L (Rusting Hulk)
> 1951 Dodge Truck 82217766 B-3-B-108
--
"If you can't excel with talent, triumph with effort."
-- Dave Weinbaum in National Enquirer
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