Thanks for the input. I'm rebuilding the front end so the pitman arm should not be an issue. According to some others the mounting may not be a a problem as the mounting holes are the same on both columns, it the hardware that is different, which I should be able to re-purpose from my auto column. I'm sure the missing piece of the puzzle will be the length. I'm going to proceed as planned. I priced out the parts to convert mine with the collar kit from Tony's...$125, manual adapter from Mancini...$185 and the steering wheel, with the horn ring and pad I need is around...name you're price. I also have and early B body auto,column that might come in handy too....I would still appreciate some additional comments good or bad on the subject though.