thanks for the help, from what i have been able to learn, the ZF is a heck of a strong gearbox, and expensive to replace/repair. i will try to avoid that. as far as rust and bodywork goes, both of those tasks are about as welcome to me as a sharp stick in the eye.
so, thanks again, we shall see what develops. if nothing else, the hunt will be fun.
nazgul
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