I would think a professional built would be the way to go. it would be safer that to fabricate one on your own. if you got a junk yard ifs it most likely have to be rebuilt. i have a pacer ifs in my 54 and it has worked well for me for the last 27 years but last year i had to replace the rack 3 times in one month. i think i have the problem solved but it still worries me. the only thing i regret is not going for automatic. i like the stick but i am 67 years old and concerned that in a few years i will not be able shift, also my son has no interest in the truck but it might be different if it had an auto, he lives Indianapolis and the traffic is terrible and to drive a stick there is no fun.
