I admit to being a slacker. I actually got back to almost finishing Stellas teardown for the first time since November. I decided to pull the final front fender and get her down to just a cab on frame. I did finish my welding class, purchased a used Mig/gas setup and an 80 gallon compressor. I’m one valve and circuit breaker away from having the compressor installed. I just need to change the oil so i can run in cold weather. I also ordered my first 8 patch panels to rebuild the drivers side from the rear cab corner to the front cowl. I need to install some in-cab bracing, pull the door, then remove the step/rocker, followed by the outer, then inner cab corners and rear pilar. Once the rear panels are all tacked in, i move to the front pilar inner/outer and lower cowl. I will photo the progress. I’m sure it will be slow.

I have been helping a friend with his 50gmc 1 ton with many of the same issues. The experience has been a great confidence builder.


1958 Chevy Apache - "Stella"
"Start to finish w/upgrades"

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