I have read this entire thread and am very impressed at the amount of work you have managed to complete by yourself with not being qualified, awesome work!!!
Also, so sorry to hear about your troubles with that body shop, karma is a bitch and he will get his. But good to see your getting back on the bike so to speak and continuing with the project :)
I have just got my first 1600 after having 4-5 1200's and this thread has been very informative :)
Keep up the good work mate, and can't wait to see more updates :)