New to the forum and to A-bodies - advice on a build direction

Ah gotcha. That's what I thought you meant, but wanted to clarify :). Thank you!
With all that, Im not an oficionado like many on here. I just am reporting what i think I see people liking. If you are keeping the car (which it doesnt sound like you are, correct me if Im wrong please) then have at it any way you want. Even if you might sell, it seems the chrysler crowd will pay more for stock than not.

Now.....If a clean body, gen III hemi, T56, seats that hold you and 18" rims is what you have laying around.....do not hesitate man!

again....just a guy here.