That's the thing that got me caught with this bug. It's too damn cold to have an adaquate garage for a shade tree mechanic.
I've missed tinking with timing belts, spark gaps, distributors and carbeurators. If I can keep a 2 foot by 2 foot section of my desk clean... I can completely do this and get my fix for tinking with gears, figuring out the best lubricating oils to use for different components etc....
Also, I don't buy Rolexes... I buy old Tissots, pocket watches and and whatever vintage cheap mechanicals I can find from the 60s. I tend to like that mid-century modern, optimistic art-deco of the future that plays into so much of that era.
Well I'll consult you if I ever decide to make the dive. If you ever want to come down and have some track time, drink beer and eat beef you're welcome.