I want to give special thanks to the people who have helped me with this project. Some are friends and some are companies that assisted in the technical areas of the build. Without all their help, the T53SS might still be on the drawing board!
Paul Hadjuk of Brook Park, OH a lifelong friend that was the source of inspiration that fueled the planning of the T53SS project. No-one would get more excited than Paul when talking about the first Saturday night cruise in the truck. His endless encouragement when times were tough and money was short always kept me on track.
Bruce Maitland of Strongsville, OH did a masterful job of tig welding the roll cage and creating the new rear frame and all the mounts to hold the motor. Even after the welding was done, he still takes the time to help move this dream forward.
John Hasko of Strongsville, OH also known as Dad, with a lifetime of Master Machining experience always drilled me as a kid to "do it right or don't bother doing it and anything is possible." His ability to machine dreams into steel made the complicated drive system not only possible BUT AFFORDABLE.
Ted McIntyre at Marine Turbine Technologies amazingly took the time from his busy schedule to answer my seemingly endless questions. Also, thanks to Eddie Perez and the guys in the engine shop who made sure I was on track with my repairs.
This page was last updated: March 21, 2011
