Work on this project began when I overhauled the frame. First, all of the old rivets were drilled out, and the cross members were removed and refurbished. Boxing plates were then welded to the inside of the rails, and during reassembly, additional cross members were installed, including the mounting supports for a Mustang II Independent Front Suspension (IFS)

I acquired most of the suspension and drive train parts for this car by playing grave robber on a few junkers. I pulled a 327 small-block and a powerglide transmission out of a '69 Impala. I acquired a Ford 8" rear axle from a '77 Maverick. A 1977 Ford Pinto provided me with the Mustang II (type) IFS parts, which included coil springs, a rack and pinion unit, control arms, disc brakes and other associated hardware.

	Before I overhauled the 327 small block and powerglide transmission, I manufactured a set of front and rear mounts, and sized everything up to ensure proper fit on the frame.
Next, a rolling chassis was assembled by installing the (refurbished) Mustang II / IFS, and Ford 8" rear axle onto the frame. The Coupe body was then mated to the chassis (after the rebuilt engine and transmission were set in place).

After all of the major pieces were put in place, the next chapter involved installing: 1) Equipment and associated plumbing / wiring for the electrical, fuel, exhaust, brake, and engine cooling systems 2) The steering column (with connecting linkage to the rack and pinion unit). 3) The powerglide shifter and emergency brake lever with associated linkage / cables.