Now I have a Valiant

Never had a project fight me so much. The last week and a half have been as frustrating as I have ever experienced. Working on cars in general can test anyone's limits, but I have reached mine. While hanging the exhaust system, I pinched a nerve in my neck and lost feeling in hands & right foot. Fought through this to finish and continue to assemble the rest of the engine only to discover the air cleaner doesn't clear the hood. To top it off, I was a first responder to Columbine High School, and the 20th anniversary is hitting me harder than in past years. I feel like selling the f**king car, but just going to take a little time off now. Here are latest pics...View attachment 1715321520 View attachment 1715321521
Take the time to relax and heal. It'll still be there when you get back to it. Remember it's just a hobby. I've always found that walking away and going back later with fresh eyes always brings my biggest Homer moments.