Well Mr Master Delukse were very happy to have you join us! It seems to me that your already pretty well informed about what goes on here and also into a little higher tech than so many of us old timers. Which raises a question for me (and something I've wanted to try myself) and that is why not take a look at the newer OHC/FI sixes (or 5 or 4) that GM used in the Trailblazer and smaller pickups? That would eliminate a lot of the problems you've already considered and you'd have something really different. I have a OHC Poncho engine that I've wanted to try out in something but it is old hat compared to the newer GM family of inline engines. Another plus is that they were made with 5 speed OD trannys and A/T so your choice. Either would necessitate a change to an open rear end but I'm guessing you already know that. Just food for thought. Good luck and Welcome Aboard.
