I'm in the same boat they all take years lol I was ready to pull the trigger and buy my bottom end and crank last month then work on shell got put back so I'm waiting not spending anymore until I see definite progress it is frustrating takes the excitement away propper rollercoaster of emotions building these thier are other cars I've always wanted and nearly got tempted with a very nice evo 9 last week lol must resist but how long can you