Interesting. Im doing the exact same thing. Mine is a 46 Dodge truck, now with IFS, boxed frame, 8.75 rear. I am trying to find a 96 or newer v-8, 5 spd, 2wd Ram to use as a engine/trans donor. I would much rather have a 5 speed than a auto. surprised at how hard it is to find a manual trans truck cheaply.

I'd love to see some pictures of yours.

Laine.