[Dan in Pasadena]

I like the stance as it is, but if it doesn't ride to your satisfaction then by all means make whatever changes you see fit.

Too bad about the doors but the exteriors may be of value for someone looking to repair their doors. I traded for a rusted out door when I needed the interior skin to repair where someone had cut two giant speaker holes in my doors. Even though the door I got was of no value to anyone else, it worked good for my purposes.

Best of luck with your build. Make sure to keep posting photos.

PS: Here's a couple of completed long beds. I think they both look GREAT. I'd be proud to drive either one - just a couple ideas in case you decide to go the easier route of leaving it a long bed.