I'm a newb too

Welcome aboard. There is a huge amount of mopar know how here. It's great to have a goal.
As for tips, Read this post
http://www.forabodiesonly.com/mopar/showthread.php?t=37514
It's a great post to identify what the stumbling blocks are.
It should keep you from getting stuck in the quagmire that is restoration
:cheers: