[MisterC]

I don't know the answer. My quote, from what is considered the best paint & body shop in my town, was $8,450. I went through the quote and realized that I could shave off about $2,800 in labor if I delivered it with all of the trim removed and the bed and cab separate. I actually think that brings the cost down to a figure that's reasonable, given the industry, but that's still way more than I can spend right now.

There's another guy in town that is big in the hobby and helps guys (for a fee) do the paint and body work in his own shop. I'm in the queue for that, which will save me some money, but also help me to learn the craft. I figured at least I can pay it forward some time. His backlog is about 15 months, but I'm in no hurry.