Sorry I am late with a reply. About three hours. The plate took longer because I didn't have the best choice in tools. I cut by hand and used a cheap hand held jig saw.
oh man i think i talked to you on f150online. a while back....i really need to do this project still....didn't you use part of a computer case?
Yes I did. Mainly because the older side cover was extra stong (thick). and it was just sitting in my garage (free).