[joedoh]

the welding portion of a mustang II is actually not that scary, if you can use a tape measure its actually pretty satisfying to burn in heavy parts to heavy frame rails. its actually easier to use too much heat than not enough, if that makes sense. too much heat will undercut the weld, easier to see, not enough sits on top mocking you, like a rolled out piece of bubble gum.

avoid part collecting is the brunt of my advice, chances are the parts you buy months ahead of time may not fit when it comes down to it, and there is nothing quite like a large forboding group of parts staring at you, waiting to be installed. it can be a motivation killer!