Gee Wiz I didn't realize that I was going to start a big controversy. John M is right I am a novice at this stuff, that's why I'm asking questions. I think that Steppenwood's approach is the direction I'm going. I want to keep the 6 lug axels. This keeps me from trying to find 5 new 5 lug wheels that will work with my orig. hub caps. Plus the width factor is important to me.
It just seems easier for this novice to swap out the pumpkin, get new perches welded on, and go from there.
I've got the T5 and have already straightened the shifter to workwith my seat position, plus I even shortened up the throw by redrilling the shaft to raise the pivot point. This part was easy. Now all I need to do is find a 55-62 rear end, a drive shaft, and an adaptor plate from buffalo and I'll be set.
I truly appreciate all the advice I get from you fellows, without your expertise I wouldn't have gotten to first base with my truck. It has been a learning experence for me, but all the hard work has been worth it.
Thanks
George
