I really appreciate it.

Having looked through the the extensive set of pictures of the 82 body, I'm assuming I'd have to transfer pretty much everything over from the 85 (from the drivetrain to the headliner).

Now I'm trying to tally up the the costs (in time and money) of doing essentially a "frame off" restoration.

BTW, I found this very topical and timely site (for me anyway) about just such a project. http://www.msdra.com/benzwagon.htm

It just goes to prove the point, "If you can't lead by example, at least you can serve as a horrible warning."

Doug