When I first got Lucy, I made a "to-do" list. Well, I haven't touched much on that list because of all the random things that pop up that need more immediate attention. I had things like, replace the shocks, get a better air filter, and fix the wiring on the top of my list...but what have I done so far...rebuilt the starting system, fight with the heater, and fix random things light the dash lights and license plate light.
This has taught me that you can't schedule how to fix a bump, just fix the problems as they arise, and when you have a chance, knock something off that you've wanted to fix! So, although I really want to replace the shocks, I need to fix the heater first and replace the battery because these directly affect the functioning of the vehicle (the broken heater fogs up the windows making it unsafe and the battery struggles to hold a charge and it likes to die in the most inconvenient places).
I would be remiss to say I didn't fix things that were on that list, like the windshield, wipers, and new carpeting.
Another thing I've learned is that you're 43 year old vehicle can easily behave like a 43 year old vehicle! I've killed it on the middle of intersections and major roads a few times
. Like today, but I was lucky to be stuck between 2 cars (that were together), they said got out, hooked tow straps up to Lucy and pulled me back to my place--very humbly too! My battery didn't have enough juice to turn the engine over. They understood and said they own classic cars and know what I'm going through 
It was a blessing to have them there 
I've also almost 4x the knowledge of vehicles so far...I still wouldn't call myself an expert, but I've had my neighbors come up to me recently and ask for my opinion on whats wrong with their *insert modern import car here*
Fixing up a bump is frustrating, but you need to be able to defer that frustration in the fact that it's a project, it wouldn't be fun--and you wouldn't have good stories--if it weren't for all the frustations. But! One of the biggest rushes is completing a project that enhances a fince piece of quality American engineering and white/blue collar work!
I've enjoyed Lucy though, she give me headaches, but the thrills are worth it!
Thanks to everyone on this forum who has provided help, and their expertise to keep Lucy going!
Y'all are great!I've been meaning to more formally introduce myself, but my name is Drew and I'm a recent grad from Virginia Tech! GO HOKIES
