My 40 Dodge Truck Build - Maybe a 41 LOL

[Couper]

Haven't been reading much here....spending a lot more time sanding due to my arm. I wish it was my left arm but that would have been too easy

Still body working the bed....Drivers side and the tail gate almost done. Another night or so and I'll move to the passenger side. Will be starting from square one on the passenger side. with the exception of the hammer & dolley work.

By the time I'm done I may identify as a Lefty!

Hope you guys are all well.

 

[dutch]

looks great. Don`t overdo or you may end up with your other shoulder on fire as well...

 

[kenny c]

Looks like you're gaining on it.[cl . Listen to Dutch. Take some time to rest or you won't be able to wipe your own bum[ddd

 

[Couper]

looks great. Don`t overdo or you may end up with your other shoulder on fire as well...

Hey Dutch.... the other shoulder is already on fire, that side needs a replacement but at least right now I can work with it. Thanks!

Hey Kenny.... that is definitly going to be a problem once this arm is in a sling. Left shoulder is not very flexible. Thanks!

 

[Couper]

Hey Guys, Hope everyone is doing well. Sorry I have been MIA. My heads just not in it. Between my shoulders, ******** doctor stuff, work, blah blah, blah.

Everything's a pain in the balls lately, so bear with me while I get myself back in the swing of things.

 

[soltz]

Take care of yourself and the rest will come together

 

[DozerII]

It will all come together, get better the project will be there when your ready.

 

[bob w]

Cool it, and come back to the project refreshed.

 

[Old Stuff]

Hey Guys, Hope everyone is doing well. Sorry I have been MIA. My heads just not in it. Between my shoulders, ******** doctor stuff, work, blah blah, blah.

Everything's a pain in the balls lately, so bear with me while I get myself back in the swing of things.

Yeah, when the aliens threw me back I thought that might've been you waving...

You ain't alone Coup. I've been out of pocket was well for other different reasons, but still looking at the truck and some decisions are soaking in. like everyone else is saying, don't over do it. Some times a nice chair and a cold or hot beverage and some thinking just might be the ticket. Fast recoveries.

 

[dutch]

Yeah, when the aliens threw me back I thought that might've been you waving...

You ain't alone Coup. I've been out of pocket was well for other different reasons, but still looking at the truck and some decisions are soaking in. like everyone else is saying, don't over do it. Some times a nice chair and a cold or hot beverage and some thinking just might be the ticket. Fast recoveries.

agreed. good cars need coffee & thoughts. It might seem boring now, but just imagine sitting with yer coffee, watching a stamp collection all day...

 

[Couper]

Thanks fella's you guys are the best.... I'll keep you guys posted.

Couper

 

[Torchie]

Hang tough.
I try to use my down time constructively. Looking for parts,.Imagineering...etc.
Be careful with that shoulder. A long time friend that was a world class wooden boat restorer passed away from an infection that started in a bum shoulder. Too many years of sanding boats.
Torchie

 

[Couper]

Thanks Torchie!

 

[Couper]

Hey Guys,

Hope you are all well and having fun building

Not as much pain here at all...First 3 - 4 days were rough.

Had 2 decent nights of sleep and haven't had to take a Perc in 2 days so I'm back on my Tramidol for sleep. If I could sleep thru the night with out getting up to pee 3-4 times it would be great.

The doc said I could assist my arm and do partial arm curls with just my arm so I'm doing that. My bicep is bruised and deformed some. Biggest issue for me is I have no patience for doing everything with my left arm, can't even pull my pants up....arrrg.

My younger son, the builder was over today to do some yard work but all I could do was watch. He just finished his second 63 f100 build, same mustang drive train, crown vic front end ect. He has an intrested buyer coming up to see it from the mid west. The guy owns a ford dealer and wants it for the showroom, He just picked up his 3rd set of donors. That's 2 in 8 or 9 months.

I'm glad the pain is good and if I could just adjust my attitude I'd be ok.... In the mean time the hot rod project sits.

Stay Well Fella's
couper

 

[soltz]

Just rest
Hot rod will be there when your ready [cl

 

[zzrodder]

Chillax and watch the grass grow, the project will still be there

 

[Old Stuff]

Hey Coup- the project might be just sitting but still plenty to think about on it I'm sure. If not, start thinking about the next one- something "outside the box" maybe this time. Keep that brain rolling- while you physically take it easy.

Hang in there man!

 

[Couper]

Thanks guys.

Happy Easter!b
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[dutch]

Happy easter Couper. good to see you`re on the way back

 

[DozerII]

Happy Easter Coup, let it heal and it won't drag on fore ever.