msmalley, welcome to the Stovebolt.
Note: you have a nice looking truck, especially compared to what a lot of us here started with. Tons of knowledge here on the Bolt so don't be bashful......BUT, to get answers to your questions it is best to ask them in the garage forums for best results. Pick the forum your question is best suited for......like torque tube questions in the Driveline Forum.
Good luck, and remember, we're here to help. Also, there are lots of members here that belong to the "Texas Connection" so watch for them....you may have a bolter next door!!!