So where did I leave off? Yes, front's done, rear's done, back-brace is done, still need to do the front down bars and finish the core support in order to hang the fenders and stuff. Then it's off to body-work. Yes it does ride a bit low, 5" from the ground to the frame; but I've seen others at this height and they seem to be all good. The quarters are not welded in yet and the pinch rail flange has not been cut off so that makes the rear look a bit lower. A lot more to do before it's ready for the body shop, but should be able to get all that done, and then some, the next two weeks I have at Christmas. All in all, I'm real happy with where I'm at on the project. I couldn't have done it without the help of some great guys, Dave, Jeff (droptop73), and Greg (ChopSmitty). All their assistance, big or little, has helped me get this far. Still a few issues to resolve but nothing that will be too ridiculous.I'm already looking forward to the next trip, 9 months from now...

Not the best pics of the back-brace, but you get the idea.
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The hood, man this thing is freaking AWESOME!!! (fenders and hood to resting in place, more or less) BMW Interlagos Blue, sustained some shipping damage but just small stuff.
http://i876.photobucket.com/albums/a...7/file-181.jpg

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The gang, Dave, Myself, and Jeff (not the best lighting, but it was getting dark Saturday evening)
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And a few fun money shots, just for fun

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After rolling it back in the garage with the new doors ('74 doors w/ no wing window, hate those things), 'glass fenders & trunk lid
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That is fantastic Will ! Love the stance down low like that with the wide tires. I pity the car that comes up against yours !!

:thumbsup:

Jim

That's one tired, happy guy. Congrats Will! Looks off the hook :thumbsup:

Wish you didnt have to go off to work every few months. But you wouldnt be able to be building this wicked car! Congrats on getting it thus far, I catn wait till Christmas for you.

Looks killer Will. Love the stance and that hood is awesome.
Keep up the great work.

Thanks guys. I was completely whipped by the end of the trip. In a way, I'm glad it's over. I had a great time though and I can't wait to get back on it. It's tough being away for so long and I often wonder how much I could get done if I were around all the time, but this is what I have to deal with for now, so I'm running with it.

Your vision is really starting to come together! Looking great Will!

Thanks Charlie. Any progress on your ride?

Will great progress man! Thats awesome!