Rod, this should be a superb story as you attempt to rebuild and get this baby on the road!!
I'd like to personally say that there are a few of us within flying/driving distance that could help with parts and experience as you go through this project.
I'm thinking this could be an "extreme home make-over" for an old classic Firebird. What I'm saying is, film everything you do, plus allow some of us to help and assist with the rebuild. This could wind up being the FGF story of the year!
'68 428 HO M3 Monster, 4-on-the-floor! Need I say more?