Well guys and gals, after about 18 months, my Champ has been restored (?) and is now flying. I will try to post some pics of it on the first flight. Thanks to all who have listened to my simple questions during the process. A special thanks to Bill Pancake, who's ear I have bent on several occasions. Yes, I plan to put some stripes on it, but for now it's "plain vanilla".
PB Schafer
" Those who say it cannot be done, should not bother the one doing it "