20 years
But in that time I've used every aftermarket Mustang part available, built 3 tube frames, and tried on 4 or 5 different body styles. Its been drivable for a large portion of that time but never finished.
Before children I used to put in 20-30 hours a week on it, and I did that for several years.
But in that time I've also learned to MIG weld, TIG weld aluminum, steel, and stainless, learned in depth suspension design knowledge, become a pretty accomplished fabricator and all sorts of things that the normal software engineer doesn't know.
I've always thought those skills could be handy if everything falls apart on us. Or maybe i could semi-retire and do a little work for someone.
So it hasn't been a total loss. I wouldn't mind having teh $100k+ back that I've spent over the years though.
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