I certainly appreciate the kind words. I'm fortunate to have access to a lot of tools the average guy doesn't but it doesn't mean I always know the proper way to use them hah!
I'm currently jumping around a bit on the project, but this week I'm working on getting the new to me 248 dropped in the truck so I can start figuring out fitment, driveshaft, brackets etc.
Couple things: 1. SM420 was hitting the rear cross member on the junk 228 fitup so I assume that's still a problem. I'll need to modify the rear cross member 2. Battery tray was also hitting the trans, I'll need to modify that. 3. I want to get the pedal assembly bolted to the modified bellhousing to see if I need additional bracing (probably do)