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Message: <blockquote data-quote="kcmash" data-source="post: 352928" data-attributes="member: 1231">Well, mine was painted upside down then right side up, doors on, front clip off.Before Paint, test fit all bright trim to make sure the 1/4s and any replaced panels are spaced properly. It's a good idea to make sure all the panels align well when you test fit.1st Door hardware, latches, internals so doors will close and not scratch the body1.5 suspension2nd all brake/fuel runs3rd Pedal box and bleed the brake system out. If the brake system leaks, you need to repair paint.3.5 Wiper Linkage4th Steering box steering column4.5 Heater box5th Wiring Harness for underhood, might ass well do them all6th Power train. Do engine and tranny together if possible( put the rear end HIGH on jack stands to get a good insertion angle6.5 Exhaust system7th Dash and Guages8th Windshield(My opinion)9th Drivers seat( Start the engine and break it in)10th Convertible Mechanism and hydraulics(Test and adjust)11) Rear 1/4 windows and internals12) Shifter assemblies and boots followed by carpet13) Rear inner 1/4s followed by rear seat14) Front seats sill plates15) Headlight buckets/ Hood latch assy16) Hood Hinges and hood( Put Ram Air Plenum on hood before install if applicable)17) Front Fenders( Put extensions on first)18) Grille assy19 Front bumper assy20) Front and rear valance21) DecalsOr something like thatkcmash</blockquote>