If you're going with a later model chassis, I'd suggest also using the running gear. With the price of gas, it's a good investment to go with a computerized engine and transmission. I bought a lightly rolled '00 GMC with a 5.3 Vortec engine and 4L60E tranny. I even used the steering column, master cylinder brakes and booster. [img]http://pic14.picturetrail.com/VOL563/2749607/8724113/119094792.jpg[/img]