Hi Shawn, and welcome to the 'bolt. I can't help you with your mechanical question, but wanted to say "hi." I have almost the same truck as you (only different engine - 327).
If you don't get an answer to your question in this forum, try posting the question in the "engine bay" forum. More people check in there, and you're sure to get the help you need.
A link to some pics would be nice when you get to it. You can see pics of my truck in the links below.
Best of luck on your truck. Sounds like you are well on your way.