How to document your project
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Keep a diary on each car that you are building. When you finish a day's work on the car, make an entry into your diary. Enter part numbers of parts that you used, as well as what the parts were originally supposed to fit. Record the prices of each part, as well as the type of fasteners you may have used, and their torque specifications. Don't forget to write down the part numbers of paints, primers, and other finishes or materials. If you end up paying out any labor, write it down. Write down a detailed description of any modifications as if you're explaining them to a non-technical friend. Include many photos. | Keep a diary on each car that you are building. When you finish a day's work on the car, make an entry into your diary. Enter part numbers of parts that you used, as well as what the parts were originally supposed to fit. Record the prices of each part, as well as the type of fasteners you may have used, and their torque specifications. Don't forget to write down the part numbers of paints, primers, and other finishes or materials. If you end up paying out any labor, write it down. Write down a detailed description of any modifications as if you're explaining them to a non-technical friend. Include many photos. | ||
| − | Following each day of work on the project, gather the photos, pick the best, edit copies as needed, and describe, in text, what those photos are about. | + | Following each day of work on the project, gather the photos, pick the best, edit copies as needed, and describe, in text, what those photos are about. The better the description, the better organized your photos will be. Be sure to organize your photos in folders and label them Body, Motor, Transmission and so on. |
One of the very important part of documentation is the keeping of a file with all the receipts and title or titles of parts cars so you have proof of ownership. This will be very important should one have to get the car inspected for title and registration. | One of the very important part of documentation is the keeping of a file with all the receipts and title or titles of parts cars so you have proof of ownership. This will be very important should one have to get the car inspected for title and registration. | ||
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