Wow thanks everyone! I have to say I really do love my truck too, I have almost as many pictures on my phone of her as my dogs....;-)
Bill the overdrive is a consideration for the future for sure. I often look for that extra gear that isn't there.
Wally, I slammed on the brakes coming off the freeway the day I brought her home - wasn't so bad as to be heart stopping but let's just say I am more aware of my stopping capabilities (or lack therof under the wrong circumstances).
Will be back on here once I start contemplating taking out my heater core to get it refurb. I'm no mechanic but not scared of tools & dirt & looking forward to learning.