Ry,
I was in the same exact position as you. I replaced everything except for the rear quarters and taillight housings.
Like everyone here has said, I would 100% keep what you have and then next door mock it up with sheet metal screws. then measure measure and measure again. Then brace it. and measure it about 5 more times. Alternate drivers side, passenger side as you move geometrically. The tub is flimsy and as you heat and cool it, it will flex and bend.
I made the mistake of cutting and throwing away. I should have kept it for reference even though i was replacing everything. Zip lock bag every nut washer bolt and label the bag. Then organize it in a tub based on where it came off. Then i would take your phone or a camera and take a picture every opportunity you can. I have gone back and referenced the pictures over and over again.
Im on year 3 of my frame off and have loved every minute....even though sometimes it was 25 minutes for the month. your gonna love that rig when your done with it. Your in a great place, everyone here is awesome and ready to help. Good Luck!
I was in the same exact position as you. I replaced everything except for the rear quarters and taillight housings.
Like everyone here has said, I would 100% keep what you have and then next door mock it up with sheet metal screws. then measure measure and measure again. Then brace it. and measure it about 5 more times. Alternate drivers side, passenger side as you move geometrically. The tub is flimsy and as you heat and cool it, it will flex and bend.
I made the mistake of cutting and throwing away. I should have kept it for reference even though i was replacing everything. Zip lock bag every nut washer bolt and label the bag. Then organize it in a tub based on where it came off. Then i would take your phone or a camera and take a picture every opportunity you can. I have gone back and referenced the pictures over and over again.
Im on year 3 of my frame off and have loved every minute....even though sometimes it was 25 minutes for the month. your gonna love that rig when your done with it. Your in a great place, everyone here is awesome and ready to help. Good Luck!