Hi David, and welcome. Gee, your story probably mirrors a lot of other guys on here, all you would have to do is plug in some different numbers. I for one was new to computers and forums until I found this one, and felt immediately at home. My ex after 28 years also had similar words for me that are also unrepeatable in mixed company.

My Sons are also grown, so it is now my time to do the things I always dreamed of doing. Feels pretty good too.

If I can offer any advice relative to your build, I would say make a plan and theme up front and try to stick with it. Decide on a look and style and make and buy your parts to compliment that design. So many cars miss the mark because of a mix of different era parts that make the car look thrown together. You will find the people on this forum to be like sitting down with your best buddies over a beer, except for the beer. No one on here beats up on anyone for asking any legitimate question, regardless of how many times it has been asked before, or how basic it might seem to you.

We also love pictures, lots and lots of pictures. Please post some even if it is just a bare body, and then throughout the build process. We might offer at times a better way perhaps of doing something, or question the wisdom of doing a particular thing, but ultimately the car is yours and should reflect your desires and dream.

Good luck and don't be a stranger.

Don