.......a good solid plan" yes! that's the way to go. Many people tear them down in a day and then look at the pile of metal for a few years and then it goes somewhere else. Your to be commended on thinking it thru.
A lot of guys here, including me, are not "original". Be sure to check in with the "modified" questions in the HI PO forum for guys that have done similar things. We're here to help.

(I like to "spin'em" now and then myself)


1937 Chevy Pickup
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1952 Chevy Panel
In the Gallery
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1950 Chevy Coupe
Pictures!

I'd rather walk and carry a Chevy hub cap than ride in a Ferd.
I can explain it to you, but I can't understand it for you smile