I'm in Bend. Thanks for the tip about insurance and weight. Is it really that bad? Oregon vehicle fees are pretty reasonable compaired to those poor suckers that live south of us. (Although it can still be entertaining hearing some of the things that come out of the mouths of people when they are standing at the counter at the DMV. lol)

Do these trucks have a flat head V8? or a I6? and what about a 2 speed rear end?

thanks for all your help guys. If I end up getting this beast you will probably be seeing a lot of me. You'll be cussing yourselves for saying anything encouraging in no time. :-)

-Marlin