Tear down SOOOO hard

It came from me, ten years ago, wondering why I still hadn't finished my project, and giving myself some cold, hard answers....and asking others for theirs.
The truth hurts, but if it helps others avoid the same pitfalls it's worth spelling it out.

Well thank you as this is the first time I have ever gotten this far into a project. I usually buy one that doesn't need work and modify to my liking. Starting with a clean slate is new and getting advice from those that have been there do that is always helpful.