Pulled the trigger

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Ok... so now I have the matching trans and radiator with fans and trans cooler. A friend of mine has a bud who works at the local Chevy dealer and is routinely converting these trannys to 2wd. He said it would run about 250-400 bucks using good used parts. I wasnt able to get the driveshaft but thats not a big deal. I want this install to look as factory as possible once its done.
My wifes Uncle bought this truck new and we were very close while he was alive. I met Loyd Stepens when I was 21 and new to Texas. They had a "ranch hand" house on their property they let me live in and wouldnt even take the agreed upon $50.00 rent, saying that I earned it by helping them around the property, and fixing broken stuff. I had the pleasure of knowing Loyd for about 8 years until he passed from alzheimers. His wife Laura is now in an assisted living facility and it is my desire to give her the first ride in the truck. The original 350 clapped out 3 years ago and its been sitting ever since. My 2 boys and daughter will help out on the project.
I'll get some photos up and be thinking of a build title to start a build thread.
Thanks for the input guys....Brian