[mr bruce]

Dave. If you're trying to stay period correct, then your parts are basically the answer. If you want to fit modern components, then here's an example: the differential. I think you said some time ago that you had $3000 in machine work alone, plus gears, bearings, etc. A brand new 8.8 Ford motorsports assembly is $700. What does that save alone ,$3K+? Big deal to fit in you frame ,20 minutes and coupla pieces of 3/16ths plate.Another: upper control arm, yours$250?. How about NASCAR specification(4130,tig welded, .120 wall tubeing ) $65 . There are many more examples.If I was a little more liquid rite now, I'd go for that leafspring car on e-bay and show you how easy it would be.Remember"price sells cars"