I want to install a 84 Camero T5 in a
54 3/4 Ton with the 4:57 axle.

Because of the location of the T5 shift lever,I'm thinking of maybe splitting the seat bench 50-50 or thereabouts, making room in between so as to make room for the shifter which is located pretty far back from the stock location. I guess I'd have to reinforce the seatframes underneath.

Anybody done something like this?

That is, adapt the bench seat or maybe install something else in order to clear the T5 shifter.