We're pretty open to swaps we're just really picky. Look at all the 4.2 stuff. I guess we're just straight laced.
I agree the Stovebolt site is a great place with tons of good info for truck guys. My favorite forum there is "the short bus". It's a computer help forum. How to post pictures and links.
Yori, let us know what you decide to do even if it's not an inline. A big six will give you all your truck needs. I understand you have a time issue and an 8 might be quicker because they are easier to find. A six will be cooler.