daily driven trucks in the south (hot summers)

[Jmiller022]

My wife has given me the go ahead to sell my commuter car since i have small commute of only 12 miles instead of 48 one way with a new job I just started. My only issue is, should i drop another 6-8k in my truck to make it daily driveable (W/HVAC) and look good (she needs a bed/paint) Ill have between 17-20k in my truck if I do that. I don't really plan on selling it so that doesnt really bother me, its just I am afraid the coolness of daily driving it will wear off, then Im stuck. Does that make any sense? lol

for those who daily drive their trucks if I put in AC (underdash kit, not factory style) and seal up the cab good will the HVAC be enough on real hot days? I will probably tent the windows as well slightly to help.

my truck is a 68 stepper which needs pretty much an entirely new bed. It has a 5.3/4l60e with a real small cam in it and some 3.73s.

thoughts?