Here is the damaged piece:
http://i422.photobucket.com/albums/...Restoration/Cab/IMG_4253_zpsc32f5e14.jpgHere is the proposed replacement from a 1948:
http://i422.photobucket.com/albums/...ion/Parts%20Cab/IMG_3434_zps9b32bab4.jpgThe lower turn where the rot is will have to be repaired.
Bartamos - Truly, I get the time v. price aspect. My thinking is that none of the patch vendors sell the panel with the door for the vent. They all simply have a smooth panel. Which leaves me to either remove the vent door altogether or cut out and patch in that portion from my parts. The lower portion of the truck would be more forgiving if not 100% perfect as it will be out of the direct line of sight and somewhat obscured by the fender and running board. While patching in the vent door frame will be right there in line with the door handle and very obvious if any little thing goes wrong.
CASO - This anvil is a family heirloom. It was my great-grandpa's.
I guess part of this is learning something new, getting out of my comfort zone, and expanding my experience. At the same time, not getting out on a limb, doing it wrong, causing irreparable damage and costing more time and money. Its my own project, so time is cheap. I get about an hour a night at best, so 5 year turnaround will be considered a win!
