Well after a quick visit from my father who now lives in Central Florida, I was able to show him the shop and all the work I have been able to complete. During the “tour” he asked if there was anything I really needed for the shop. Without any hesitation, I said a pneumatic squeezer would be very helpful, but they are a little pricey.
A few days after he returned back to Florida, I got a little surprise in the mail. Now thanks to my wonderful kind father, I now have a pneumatic squeezer, thanks Dad!
Now I can get back to the build once I get some practice on a few pieces of scrap.