[sirelesar]

Thanks Tom,

Great input. I raised my bump stops to an appropriate level, and am looking forward to testing the ride. That is, after I figure out what I fried by welding on the vehicle, even with both battery terminals unplugged, and the computer/MSD hot at the starter for constant voltage unhooked. (Out of the frying pan, into the fire).

I am highly considering the independent rear suspension. Have you heard much about the Thunderbird? I have a connection to one, but they do not know the rated torque, axle length, etc. I will need to do a little more digging.

Once again, thanks for the input.
Darren