To be clear, money is not a problem. I had this car for sale in the fall in the hopes I could sell it to buy my buddy's flawless 4-spd Demon - but he sold the car before I could sell mine. I've been looking at other 4spd a-bodies and haven't had any luck finding one as nice as my car. Yeah I know it's a big job, but there are plenty of very talented mechanics that could help me to do this and I'm in no rush. I just think spending $7k "on parts" is a bit excessive. Thanks guys - I just want to have fun for the 1,000 miles a year that she's out and about. I truly appreciate your input.