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Clifford,
re:1 The "Q" mentioned probably refers to a special type of Japanese
freighter or "Maru" during World War Two. They were outfitted from stem to
stern with concealed cannon, and they were built with special equipment to
keep them afloat even after they had been torpedoed several times. A United
States Fleet Submarine was expected to surface to "finish-off" their prey
with their deck gun, and the Q-boat would then come alive. Although not
commonly known, this was a German invention that was in place late in World
War One...later copied by the Japanese. None of the "Q" boats in either war
had much success, but Hollywood made a story of one and unfortunately I can't
recall the name of the movie.

re:2 Yes, anti-tramp bars are traction-bars or by their tradename,
TractionMaster.

re:3 The large sized steering wheel and criticism toward it is subjective
question. Try one and decide for yourself!

re:4 All stock Tigers had an oval aircleaner housing made by AC.

re:5 The value of the Pound changes hourly!

re:6 Considering a small block Ford can be built to nearly 600 horsepower,
there are many ways to achieve half of that number...and be 100% dependable
on the street and track: currently in Vintage racing, a Tiger is not very
competitive without approaching 400 horsepower.

Jim Leach Pacific Tiger Club Seattle


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