I know you're on the fence about the side skirts and you've had the whole auto cross theme since the start... - But you've been walking a fine line between form & function as you've built the car. So far the two have blended well together. I've had my doubts about some of your planned mods but you managed to make them each blend in without sacrificing aesthetics. - In fact,my opinion is that each modification has been a joy to see.
I literally cringed when you started the chop. I guess I was afraid you'd go too radical. The finished result though was a slimmer looking body. I think it's very appealing. I worry that the addition of side skirts will nullify the effect of the chop and lose the eye appeal you gained. (The car may look 'fatter' again.) - But I could be wrong and you have managed to make each of the other mods work so far. Kudos for continuing to tweak each one until they were 'right'.