Polishing a B-17

[jslugman]

Good forum post about an aluminum polishing compant asked to do their magic on a B-17. Excellent photos.

http://www.autopia.org/forum/pro-details-before-after/118137-20-screaming-polishers-50-pounds-polish-600-man-hours.html

[Matt Ottosen]

That's cool, and pretty amazing to see the before and after shots.

There's a B-17 over at Falcon Field right now that needs some polishing, and you can help!  All you have to do is pay your CAF General Dues to the CAF Headquarters in Midland, Texas, and pay your CAF Wing Dues to the Arizona Wing.  But, then you too can get in on the fun!!

[Jay Beckman]

Pretty amazing before and after.

So how come Antiques Roadshow always says never restore an antique? 

@ Matt: How much are dues anyway?

[Matt Ottosen]

@ Matt: How much are dues anyway?

CAF: $200 per year, or $2400 for a Life Membership
Arizona Wing: $50 per year

[Jay Beckman]

Hmmm...

Is the AZ Wing actively seeking members?

[Joe Copalman]

Hmmm...

Is the AZ Wing actively seeking members?

It's a safe bet that ALL flying museums are seeking dues-paying members to keep their birds up.  Hell, even the static display ones need the support.  Also, a lot of these old-timers are dying off right now, prodigiously.  Somebody has to step up and carry the torch forward.

[Jay Beckman]

Hmmm...

Is the AZ Wing actively seeking members?

It's a safe bet that ALL flying museums are seeking dues-paying members to keep their birds up.  Hell, even the static display ones need the support.  Also, a lot of these old-timers are dying off right now, prodigiously.  Somebody has to step up and carry the torch forward.

Good points, all...

[Matt Ottosen]

It's true, they are always seeking new members. One thing to keep in mind, a year of dues is cheaper than one paid ride! You guys know the benefits of membership, I don't need to tell you what I've accomplished with the CAF just this year alone.