^^^^^^^Thanks! I caught a lot of flak for giving it to him.  But it stays where it belongs and i haven't driven it in 10 yrs. Somethings aren't about the money.  I did drive it out of the shop over to the transporter. All i could do to turn it.

We don't get to see the Northern lights down here in southern Kansas, rare. But it was a good one .

Dang, the transporter had a great trip. Got to L.A. early and made 2 deliveries there, then called my brother to see if they could deliver early, 2 days early. So a short 54hrs after it left here my brother has it safe at home😁  We'll both sleep easy now!

I've been through these things several times and there is something important to remember. People hang on to things because they mean something to them. Some hang on to more than others. They don't hang on to it to burden others and they don't expect others to fell the same way. Some of the stuff does't mean any more than, " I may need that someday." Well sadly that day has passed. If there is something there that has meaning for you keep. I have a ton of crap here in that category that I am trying to use up. I'm also trying to re-home other stuff and making frequent dump runs to lessen the load on my sons. I'm 80. Your dad did not want to stress you out or make you feel guilty about his stuff. So do what feels good for you. His things are not him. What is left of him is in you. That is enough.  That doesn't mean the necessary business isn't a lot of  unpleasant work.

Thats a great idea, you won't lose the list that way 👍

Wanted to put some notes here so I don't forget.
Need to check straightness of the frame. 
Body still leaning toward driver's side.
Rear axle,  swap to Ford ranger studs.
Swap rear tires.
Change diff oil.
Start wood removal.

Oh yeah.  I bought a craftsman battery powered cut off tool so I can get a top for this thing.  Can't wait to use that.  I've seen a chevy Tahoe or GMC Yukon will be long enough.