Hi folks...thanks for the feedback. It was a great project and we're looking forward to next summer. I used this site a lot during the project, got some of your help during the work on this forum and VERY much appreciated the help. I also did try to register as an owner several times, but it never popped on the list...it was right after the passing of the previous moderator, so perhaps I'll try again.
For the electrical system, I did mount two fuses next to the batteries before the cables get to the on/off switches, and I have the circuit breaker panel installed for all of the accessories. I do need to convert my hand drawn schematics so I can upload them to my restoration blog.
It's been two years and the paint looks great still, but for a first job, I'm very happy with it. Will keep working on the blog page once winter sets in.
Thanks again!
Sam