Welcome Ronnie, how's retirement so far? I have a year to wait yet, but my son is way past 9. Hopefully he will get the passion for these old trucks too.
Do you have a 4 speed in it? It's simple to get the shifter out if you are taking the engine and transmission out together.
Enjoy the process, it's supposed to be fun, don't let it get the better of you.
Leo
