[quote=Bernica;1393946]There is a big note taped to the top of my binder full of receipts that reads "DON'T COUNT!"
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Back in the 90s I did a body off restoration of my 66 427 Corvette - turned nearly every nut and bolt in it. It took me about 6 years and when I was done I added up all the receipts and thought - sh!!!t, and I know there are a lot of raw materials and supplies and tools I didn't have in that figure.
Better not mention this to the wife.
So, now comes Cobra time and I have another big fat file of receipts - but have I ever added them up - oh heck no. And I know my total is not nearly as high as many other builders/owners.