Thanks guys. I have a lot more to post, but I need to edit it first.

Denny, that EPAS system is one that I looked at early on. They push their application specific kits , but also have a universal kit (or they did when I talked to them) that's a little cheaper. On that one, all the building is up to you. I was looking for something cheaper because I wasn't sure I would like it and a grand was too much money to gamble with for me.

My Hemi Dodge truck has EPS, and it feels pretty good to me. It has a nice feel and returns to center just as it should, so it can be made to work. The main question is whether I can make it work flawlessly in a hot rod.