It's been quite some time since I posted, but I still have the car. My final decision is to go with a Jules frame and to install a new ford crate engine 4 cylinder ecoboost mated to a 5 speed tremec TKO500 5 speed. The car will be painted dark green with black interior. I feel this is the best plan for this particular car and will make it as enjoyable as possible. I plan on keeping the stock style wire wheels, yet upgrading the rear end, but I have yet to hear back from Dennis Welch on how much power their posi rear end can handle. This motor will put out around 280hp with the turbo, so, I hope his very expensive rear end and axle upgrades can handle the extra power. Please don't hate on me, as this car was basterdized long before I purchased it. I'm simply taking it to the next level.