- The engine runs great and starts every time, no problem.
- The transmission still doesn't want to shift on it's own but that is not a really big deal as I can shift it manually.
- The tail and brake lights still don't want to work, but I found some great wiring diagrams in .pdf format on coloradok5.com, so I should hopefully get that figured out pretty soon.
- The hardtop still needs a little more fiberglass work, then the prep and paint, and weatherstripping.
- I have removed the old tailgate and will hopefully get the new one installed tonight, though the handle, latches, etc. may take longer to get ironed out.
- I still need a drivers side front hub, but I may be able to get a complete front d44 axle on the cheap from someone up in the dallas area.
- The blower/fan enclosure needs to be trimmed, installed, and sealed so i'll have heat.
- I need to decide whether to buy a OE style shifter boot or a universal one for less $$.
Other good news: After removing the tailgate I checked the condition of the infamous tailpan/tailgate support. It is in great shape besides a little surface rust, so that is good news. I plan to order the POR-15 starter kit fairly soon to protect some of these areas that won't be worked on when I begin all the metal fabrication/replacement/mayhem.
Overall I'm very happy, I may not be able to drive it at the moment, but knowing that it will drive if all else fails is an exciting thing. Hopefully I'll post up some pics, and I'm probably about to start a build thread on ck5.com
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