Copperhead, how bad was the rust?

I'm in Bucks County and have a 2000 Silverado 4.8l that I'm debating whether I want to attempt to get inspected. The thing runs like a champ (needs a battery) and has been sitting for over a year now. Thing is slowly rusting away but I don't think it's really beyond the point of no return.

The frame and cab is solid. The biggest problem I think I might have is the rocker panels. Drivers side is pretty much gone. Passenger side isn't quite as bad but it's not pretty.



I'd love to get her back on the road as it has nearly new tires, new front axles, and a new fuel pump. Has about 170k on it but runs like a champ.

I just don't know if the rocker panels are going to give me problems come inspection time.