When to shift?

Column shift would cool to see in a car running 12's.. Maybe if you can get use to it put a reverse pattern valve body in it.

I want to put a ratchet shifter in my console this winter... Its sitting here on my desk, calling my name...

Get back out there and see what happens... Don't expect too much, I always build things up before hand and then I'm slightly disappointed when the outcome is not what I expect.

I think your on the right track for sure.