[Deanr]

Thanks alot for the the responses. I'm fortunate enough to have a "carchick" for a wife and she's ok'd the project but told me I need start the fund seperate from the vacation fund. I've lived in the Valley previously for 4 years and AC was one of my questions for the car. Set up wise I'm considering the 351 and would like IRS backside with coil overs and the bigger brakes. I have no problems with doing majority of the build but have no bodywork experience. I can always get the body repainted but I don't want to be down the road with a breakdown, so I want to do the mechanics the best way to fit budget.

I'm going to make a visit to the club out here in VA. From other post they seem to be a strong and active group so I'm looking forward to it.

Once again I appreciate the welcome and information.