Well, some updates.. finally. Been busy
So the new mig works GREAT. Not only repaired the rear section I needed to get done without cutting it back out, I also got the cowl piece in before the show. I ended up only getting the thing in primer in those pieces that were previously sanded, but I had a great time. I was so busy showing the truck off to kids and older folks alike that I didn't even get a minute to go around and take pics of the other vehicles at the show. Over all, a real success.
That Friday night before the show, there was cruise down the old cruising road here in town. My trans was making some odd grinding noises during the cruise. Mostly stop and go traffic, so I figure the thing got hot and the synchros were grinding a bit from hot lube. Sure enough, I pull out of line, punch up the go pedal in some clean air, and instantly it stopped. So Saturday morning, just minutes before the show, I'm in the driveway changing out the trans oil. End of problem.
Been lately working on the drivers door, the latch was pretty much shot. Have the new latch in, just need to properly shim the striker and I'm good to go there. It's been way too hot around here (90+ temps) to get much done lately.
Will try to get some pics of the progress though when I get a chance.