Quick update. Ok, my driveshaft is getting a slip joint put in it and will be ready tomorrow ($200). I got the shift rod shortened one inch and it fits perfect. Holes are drilled for the new trans crossmember location. The new 5.3 harness is in and is having the finishing touches put on it tonight. My cam, tuned ecm, and lower bellhousing all came in today. I think if the converter would have come in on time I could have gotten this thing running and driving this weekend but oh well.