I thank you guys for all your input. I don't think I'm going to keep the IFS. It looked like the pre-assembled center section that indy sells would have been cost effective, as long as the CV's were relatively dependable.
I see alot of these getting parted out so I thought I could stock up on extra axles.
35's are my eventual goal, so I want to make sure I head in that direction, and not do the "two steps forward" thing. I am pretty easy on the throttle but have been in enough scenarios that required a less than optimal approach, and broke stuff.
Over building is the best option, but not easy on the wallet.
The goal is a budget build with the right parts, And few costly mistakes. Hence the questions.

On a side note, Jim may know my particular Trooper.