I looked at the Muscle Rod kit myself, but couldn't justify their cost when $25 adapter plates and a drill bit accomplished the same thing. But since my truck is just a toy, I'm not on a time restraint with it. I was able to do my 5.3 swap in about 8 working days. I'm usually just trying to save the shade tree guy a buck.
And just on a personal note Mac, I'm the same as you. I would much rather fab something instead of buying it. I'm
juuuust picky enough that no one makes
exactly what I want.
