I agree, good luck - but man what are you thinking!

I am of the opinion that part of hot rodding is making a car faster, better looking and better handling than the original. That is why people like myself invested money and time in mods such as disc brakes all round, and power steering. My experience has proved to me that a sraight axle aint no good in the driveability stakes, so advise you "steer clear". But then again, individualism is what rodding is all about!

Go for it mate.

Kia kaha,
The Dude.