Oh well the S-10 is gone...

I had intended to get over there saturday but the seller wrote me friday night to say the truck had been sold... such is life!
Despite that I'm glad I made this post... in addition to the posts here suggesting I box the frame, Achipmunk also sent me quite detailed instructions on how to do it... It's probably well beyond
MY abilities but I wouldn't rule out the prospect of getting it done and installing a camaro or mustang clip which should still keep me under the price of the S-10...
Thanks to all who gave their opinions and input... much appreciated!

~Trev