[cscobra]

I'm still in the disassembly stage, but not for much longer.

As I did when I restored my MG in the mid-'90s, I remove one thing (part or assembly) at a time, treat it/paint it/wax it/preserve it/polish it/ or whatever is appropriate for the part involved, then tag it, bag it, seal it, and carefully store it in a specific place. It take a bit longer to do it this way, but assembly will go fast and easy as a result, with no surprises or last-minute chores.

The only "assembly" going to the paint shop will be the body sealed to the frame--that's it (no aluminum panels or floors, no footboxes, etc.). I will handle remounting the hood/deck lid/doors at the shop for final finishing work before I bring it back home.

I'm learning a lot about the design philosophy of the car, and I'm impressed with the high quality of everything. I'm having a blast, and I like the feeling that I will know every part and every nut and bolt on the car.

I'm glad I made the decision to do it this way.