Having worked on more basket cases than I care to remember, let me offer the
following FWIW: I worked at a Jaguar restoration and parts house many years
ago. Had a customer look for the perfect E-type for restoration. When he
found it (little or no rust, no collisions, etc.) he proceeded to completely
disassemble it. I don't mean remove the engine, interior, yada yada.... I
mean he constructed a frame jig and drilled out every single spot weld in the
body and rewelded it to the precise factory listed dimensions. Taught himself
welding and lots of restoration techniques while he was at it. Cost
effective? Practical? Hardly, even for a Jag. One person's mistake is
another's lesson. If you have the time, money, and enthusiasm (and no wife) I
(being a fan of Don Quixote) say go for it.

Ken Hunter
82 Westy