I know the feeling. Seems like I've been working on my '69 Swinger forever but it's only been 6 months! I was lucky since my floors were solid as was MOST of the body except for 1 quarter and inner fender. Finally starting to lay on some F6 green and it feels good. I will be following your progress so keep the pictures coming! Your doing it right which is my plan also. Keep up the good work!