Inliners International Forums General Discussion Drive Train 292 or 300

I'm buliding a "Lakes Modified" roadster using a 292/Powerglide.
Floor space is the issue because the bottom of the trans it at the same level as the floor.
I need to go with a stick shift to free up some space.
Would it be more cost efective to convert to a t-5 with my 292 or go with a 300 Ford with there 3 speed/OD trans?
Can onyone give me an idea on cost of the t-5/clutch.flywheel verses the Ford set up?
Thanks,Fred