just a qiuck note of progress. the engines out, the interior and all fittings are out, i'm trying to get the sunroof out, and its off to get the welding done, i was speaking to the guy who is doing the work for me and he was saying that every time he cuts rust out from somewhere more appears behing it

. ah well no going back now!!! i should have some pics to show you soon. i also should be picking up an engine with only 21k on it

so things are looking up.