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Originally Posted by OrrieG

62chev is right. There are probably a dozen s10 build threads in the build section. Look at his and others with a note book handy. Write down the basic sequence, note any back tracking. A pattern will emerge for the sequence. It will also give you insight and a list of things you might need to buy or fabricate ahead of time.

I set up an excel spread sheet so I can cut, paste and insert stuff. It has check off boxes next to each task on the left for disassembly, cleaning, fabrication, paint and installation. It has a column on the right for items I need to buy for that assembly. I have it arranged by major subsystems (frame, engine, body, bed, wiring, etc.) I keep a separate critical path sequence list.

This method keeps me from going crazy worrying about forgetting something. Also helps when I get bored or overwhelmed with a task, I can find something else on the list to work on. Its basically the same process I use to keep track of all the tasks associated with turning 10,000 pieces of metal, wood and plastic into a building.

that wouldn't work for me as I type so slow I would never have time to work on the truck!