Whats wrong with the wheels? I dont like them, and I have another set but we're waiting to buy tires to have them mounted on the new set. I just dont like the ones one there because you cant get a freaking impact socket (or lug wrench) on the lugs unless you use the thin walled ones, which I have none of. Ive always had to borrow one every time I pull the wheels. Not even my standard chrome ones slide in there.
Anyway, Im hoping that we can find a good fender and hood from a parts truck, but I think we're going to be using the after market core support pieces for "simplicity" during the install. The core support doesnt "align" much per say, so I figure a stock fender and hood would work well on it since none of those mounting points are being modified or replaced. Just the front mounting points for the other stuff are changing, but none of the stock bumper stuff is going back on anyway. As long as the grill, lights, and radiator fit and sit right, Ill be happy. I'm crossing my fingers, lol.
As for the painting, Im going to try and do that the best I can and do it right. The beauty of doing it myself is that if it gets all messed up or comes out shitty, Im not out nearly as much money. I can just pull the panels and try again. Once I get it right, Ill paint the rest of the truck too. Then, once Im REALLY good, Ill paint mine. Im just using hers for practice 
~T.J.
