When I built this t/g, I painted the inside white for exactly this reason: so I could see what I was doing when working on it later (now). I've also removed the window track from this side for access.

Note the powdered red rust, which is a sure sign ANYWHERE of moving/breaking steel.

Even though both reinforcements are cracked (note the rust lines top & bottom), I think it'll take a LONG time for it to fail again.

Owner caption October 2009 · Photo 2947 of 5000