Keep it or part it out? (1 Viewer)

[LukeZero]

Just found out we're expecting a second child (which I was not expecting). I'm feeling like right now, and for the forseeable future, I can't spend much time or money on the 45 project.

Here's what I got....

1964 short bed 45, fixed top (half removed.)
383 small block, 6 inch rods, Vortec heads, port fuel injection, have all parts, except the cam (hydraulic roller) never run, mostly assembled
SM465 with 32 spline output shaft
203/205 doubler box from Wagoner Machine, professionally assembled
Numerous Toyota double cardan driveshafts.
Rear axle from Proffitts Cruisers, centered diff, with mini truck axleshafts.
2- center sections, brand new ARBs, 4.56:1 gears, professionally assembled.
Front axle cut and turned, not welded yet. 27 spline Long inner and outers.
FJ62 knuckles, with brand new rebuild kit.
4x4labs high steer kit, new never installed.
New loaded calipers for front axle.
Scout II steering box.
Long beadlock kit, not installed.
5- 36x12.50 Swamper radials, one new, 4 85% still there
2 taurus electric fans
1 Shogun electric water pump kit
Celica GT master cylinder.
Celica GT bucket seats

I'm guessing that I could have $8000 worth of stuff here.

So my question is.... should I keep it and pick up where I left off once things settle down, or just get off of it and do something different when time allows. None of it (except for the 45 body maybe) is irreplaceable.

 

[awp_cruiser]

You are so close to having everything you need. Most of what you have left is time and metal. If you can weld and have access to a welder I'd say go for it.

Looks like you were going for it before with some top $ parts. Might need to set your sights a little less expensive for the time being, but I wouldn't quit so easily. I think you could get it together for only another 500-1000. You got a lot to start with so just start putting what you've got together.

Unless this is your excuse for a reason to get out from under an extremely slow project that you lost interest in. If that is the case, don't puss about. Dump it and move on.

awp

 

[LukeZero]

I have plenty of storage space and even though I can't weld for s***- I have access to an awesome MIG machine.

I kind of wigged out at first, but now that I've had a chance to wrap my head around the concept- I think I need to keep it in order to keep my sanity.

Luke

 

[65-fj45]

Store it untill you have time and money, you will regret selling it later.

 

[zebrabeefj40]

I have plenty of storage space and even though I can't weld for s***- I have access to an awesome MIG machine.

I kind of wigged out at first, but now that I've had a chance to wrap my head around the concept- I think I need to keep it in order to keep my sanity.

Luke

I think you found your answer right here! Having seen your space I'd say keep it and work on it when you can. Might be a good father/child project in the near future anyway.

Congrats on the pending new youngster!

Nick