Originally Posted by UtahYork
Thanks Glen! Just fixing one thing at a time. Sometimes I go back and look at my DITY at the beginning and read through all I've completed so far. Lots of work and not all was easy, but I got through it with the help of my Stovebolt friends.

There is something incredibly rewarding about looking back at your original DITY (Do It Yourself) notes and realizing just how much ground you’ve covered. You’re right—it’s rarely easy, but the progress you’ve made is a testament to your hard work.

That sense of progress is exactly why I am here. My goal in this community is to learn, to mentor, and to support one another through both the successes and the inevitable failures that come with these builds.

I’ve seen firsthand many projects go from complete "basket cases" to near show-quality trucks. I truly believe many of those transformations would never have happened without the collective support and knowledge of this community.

Keep up the great work. We’re all rooting for you and looking forward to seeing the next stage of your journey!

Last edited by Phak1; 04/16/2026 11:50 AM. Reason: Typo

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