Jim,
Thanks for the kind words. I'm really glad people are getting some use out of this thread. Its been a real adventure to say the least on my side.
DV,
The correct u-joint for the rack end was ordered from JEGS today (it turned out to be 9/16" according to the guy at FR) and is being overnighted to you. A complete new tranny/speedo sensor with gear is being FedXed to you from me. Just talked to Chad and he'll have to wiring pig tail waiting for you tomorrow.
As soon as I get a tracking number for the bender, I'll email it to you.
Let me know if you need anything else.