I've had a read through this post and have to say most of the comments should of been made by PM. I no nothing is ever black and white and most you guys know a hell of a lot more to the story but give the guy a break on the public boards. It makes the site look bad...
Lee, its obvious you have nothing to gain from bodging the repairs except a long stay in a coffin, so i'm sure it's all been repaired right. I hope it all goes well for you. In all honesty you're alot 'braver' than me as i'd never take a crash project on quite like this but if it's road legal and safe then good for you.
Mish