On Wed, 16 Dec 1998, Uncle Roger wrote:
> At 04:19 PM 12/15/98 -0500, you wrote:
> >there are actually people trying to make money off this hobby.
>
> And this is bad? In the world of classic Land Rovers (mine turns 40 next
> year), I and all the other enthusiasts would be up the proverbial creek
> were it not for people out to make a buck -- the parts dealers, mechanics,
> magazines, show producers, rally arrangers, etc.
>
> Where would classic computers be without thrift shops, surplus dealers,
> jameco, digi-key(?), heck, even eBay?
At the flea markets and ham fests where all the best deals are found
anyway.
Sellam Alternate e-mail: dastar_at_siconic.com
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