Welcome to the Stovebolt old55guy. You are indeed a lucky man to get a rust free stocker and you'll find your lucky in knowing you can get your questions answered right here on the bolt.
The best advice for your questions is to ask them in the most appropriate garage forums for instance, engine ??'s in Engine Forum, paint/body ??'s in the Paint and Body Forum.
Tons of knowledge here and great bolters to help you out. Be sure to visit the gallery pics, tech tips and other goodies.

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See ya around the garage.

1937 Chevy Pickup
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1952 Chevy Panel
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1950 Chevy Coupe
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I'd rather walk and carry a Chevy hub cap than ride in a Ferd.
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