Biohazard

Gerald, you're right. My therapist pretty much says the same thing.

Actually, that screw wasn't so much about the biohazard issue as much as it was rusty and had been tossed into a small canister, sprayed with oil, and was now just gunky. After cleaning that screw, I had to do the same with the 3 nuts that support the driver's side fresh air duct. Nah, this was really just about cleanliness in general and making sure the threads were smooth.

Restoration photographer? That's one of the reasons I post these pics: I have a car that is 90% or more factory correct so I figured the snaps would be of benefit to some other folk. From some of the feedback and PMs I've gotten, seems to be the case.

69conv (and all) - the path ahead is:
-dash goes in, hook up wiring, etc.
-headliner followed by windshield.
-clean and install the under hood wiring.
-drag it to the muffler shop for full exhaust.
-hook everything up (hoses, belts, fluids)
-get it running right.

That will do it for "this chapter". Finishing the interior (paint, carpet, upholstery) will be chapter next.

There will, of course, be snags, delays, and setbacks.