Patharr,
Welcome to the Stovebolt and our hobby (passion, madness, addiction - you get the picture
).
You truck sounds interesting and much like what has been done to many fellow 'Bolters trucks.
In addition to posting questions on your topics in the forums, you might also try and use the
Search the Site tool to see what has already been discussed on your subject. You may find some solutions to what you are seeking in there.
See you in the forums!
