Sorry or the long delay in replies and updates. What started out as a passion project has turned into a nearly full-time business. Therefore, updates are second in priority in the moment.
What seemed like an eternity in the metalwork phase then turned into another eternity in the bodywork phase. Finding a competent shop in my area was tough, but we stumbled upon an incredibly talented and skilled shop to help execute our vision.
Here is the body in rough metal as we dropped it off:
Note the reshaped flare profiles.
A polyester sealer went on and then it was time to use a little filler and rod to perfect the gaps:
Ready for the final sealer coat:
The rendering of the final product: