ok that's very helpful- I have the harness laid out in the bed now- the instructions that came with the harness show the main connections as they relate to main components (starter, headlight switch, ect) and everything is labeled- so I am guessing it should go smoothly. I plan on doing the swap this weekend so I'll post on the progress after the weekend. Realistically the wiring should be simple it just looks intimidating because there were so many modification and splices in the harness, added switches and lights, and levers all over the place from when it was used as a wrecker. all of the added items will go away with the exception of a lighted switch that I'll use to turn on the fog lights...
I'm looking forward to going back to a stock wiring setup that I can make additions too as I go along if need be.
Mostly looking forward to being able to take the truck out of the garage for some windshield time- on the road. With any luck it should be wrapped up after the weekend.