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hi new here. ill keep it short . i have a 1950 3100 that was restored in 1974. it needs it again to say the least. it takes a patient person to see a vehicle taken apart and remain that way for some time. i am almost at the end of a 1968 camaro redo and im wondering if i can handle the 50 scattered all over the shop. i know how to do body and paint work,so thats not a problem. like a lot of gearheads time and money are the biggest obsticles. any advise or tips to make this less painfull would be greatly appreciated. thanks tabragg

Try to do some of the work day by day. Even if its just sitting and looking at the catalog. Even if its just 15 minutes, just do something each day. Since you can do body work the cost is going to be considerable less for you than folks like me who does not do body work. Perhaps you should focus on "completing" one piece at a time as you tear it down. That way when you get to the "end" you will be ready to put it together. Keeps the interest going. Also visit car shows and go to a cruise in once in a while to keep the blood pumpping!
To each his own so do what works for you!!

AND welcome to the stovebolt. Lots of good guys and lots of knowledge/resources. Just visit here regularly and you'll be fine.

It sounds like you finish your projects. Patience is important, but small dead lines help keep it going. I always find that if there is a slowup, go on to the next easier part and soon there will be an answer to the slowup. If you want to get it on the road and running, just make it safe and don't beworried about perfection. I have more fun driving my imperfect trucks instead of the highly restored untouchables. Good luck and keep every part! lol ;-)

Welcome tabragg, Looks like you enjoy old cars, trucks and bikes. I'm sure you will learn something new around here. Don't be afraid to ask. Perhaps you can help some of us along the way.