StSalvage......your insights are appreciated and quite valid. I've been building cars in my garage for years, and respect the value of having a plan and progressing as time allows. My sequence is basically:
1.) Disassemble the truck, address all frame issues by sandblasting repairing and prepping the frame.
2.) Address Body rust issues, new door skins and inner lower door, floor pans as needed, cab corners, stepside boards. New bedwood and strips.
3.) Front Power disc brake upgrade.
4.) Power steering upgrade.
5.) Lower the body..... thinking 4/6
6.) Gas Tank relocation.
7.) Drive train (Split Manifold and Headers, 700R4)
8.) Interior, Dynamat, jute Seat swap upholstery and carpet.
9.) Reassembly and paint.
That's not the complete list, but this isn't my first Rodeo. Some of these phases naturally over lap, But I am equipped and blessed to have the required tools and a 4 post lift in my main Garage.
I build all my vehicles to a high safety level and have them state inspected yearly.
Examples of some of my work:
My 1941 Ford Pickup......
My 1934 Cehevy Master Sedan.....
