Harmy, I have just discovered this project and I can only begin to tell you how incredibly grateful I am.
Thing is, I saw Star Wars in the theater when it came out, and it is one of my most powerful memories. I was deeply affected by it, and carried it in my head, viewing it and reviewing it for many years. This was before VHS of course, and anyone who had seen the film more than twice was deeply envied back in the day.
The Special Editions, and particularly Lucas' decision not to release better quality versions of the films as they were originally released, deeply frustrated me. The original films are a part of me, they hold a valued place in my memories. I didn't need or want poop jokes, crappy distracting extra creatures or "improved" special effects inserted into those memories. I wanted to see again what I saw then, what affected me and changed me as it was when I watched it.
Thanks to you, I can finally do that! As clearly and cleanly, as vivid and as crisp as the day when that "jump to hyperspace" slammed me into my theater seat - a moment I'll never forget.
That you sir, for giving that back to me.