[dug224]

Ricky & Kim: Man, just when I thought it was safe to go back in the garage I get this. Deep down inside I know the frame extension is the right thing to do and I agree and troubled by the potential future disappoint scenario. Will continue to cogitate on the matter and I am officially back on the fence with regard to direction. Regardless, I need to properly setup the sheet metal so I can properly determine frame stretch length. I really do appreaciate the input.

Ricky: If I decide to stretch it, I will give you a call and talk with you before I dive in. I secured the deal on the crossover pipe...it is yours. I will be heading out Monday after the salvage auction to talk with the guy who will be pulling it apart.

My buddy Gordon came over in his nice '70's (I believe '78) sleeper truck to weigh in on the bed decision. He agrees with Ricky and Kim so I am officially out numbered. Need to scan and post my old fleet from back in the day. Had a '73, '74 and '77 back in the '70's.

Dug