OK, wow, I've not heard those stories. I'd be interested to learn what the issues are with TCI, if anyone has any anecdotes, please share.
Mopowers, I see you're from Sacramento. I'm in SF Bay area, do you know of a good shop that you use? Sacramento is close for me.
I did learn about the external balance, special flex plate needed (or adapting the holes on an OEM plate) for the magnum swap.
Thanks all.
brian