Yep, as Jim says, I'm in the latter group too. One thing I will point out though no matter what you do to the drive train the cab will still be the same size and not all that comfortable for a long trip.
1953 Chevrolet 3600 Fried Green T'mater (Vern) In the Stovebolt Gallery Caution: Political Statement Man who runs in front of car gets tired, man who runs behind car gets exhausted.