I wimped out this morning and made flight arrangements for KC, as I just don't think I'll have time to do a proper shakedown period. Bummed is what I feel right now as I really wanted to make this particular trip with a "fresh" restoration.
The windshield frame made it to the plating shop today and Sandy worked it right in for me. It should be done by Thursday or Friday. The bed should be on tomorrow and at that point it will be the final wiring of the lighting and radio, installing the glass, window regulators, door panels, getting the seat upholstered, and a few other odds and ends. The truck will then be driven back to my painter for a final wet sanding, buffing and touch-up. I then need to decide about the tires as those suckers actually look new although they were purchased in 1987 or so.
Dave "RedGreen" I know what you mean. Roberto told me he didn't make the trip up your way this weekend. Dang, I'm surprised a new radiator would cost 500 bucks. Your wife will understand "your" purchases if you buy her a nice piece of jewelry occasionally, at least mine does. Then again, I haven't updated the spreadsheet in awhile and hate to see that figure.
Thanks for the encouragement guys.
Don
