Most people drive these cars sparingly, so a 4 speed is great when you do drive them. Theres nothing like going trough the gears. I own a 4 speed and love it. If it was a daily driver, then maybe an auto would be just as nice. Maybe not!
I need to get me an auto and find out (never owned one).
I put a new carpet in years ago, 4 speed, and it layed down tight on the hump and down the sides. Do you think that you have an auto carpet instead of manual?
I have 17x8" rims with 245/45/17 tires all around with no problems. I like the stage 3. Other members here and other sites recommend the stage 3 and its not stiff at all, but nothing like the original.
I like it.
I went with a firm feel stage 3 steering box and fast ratio firm feel Pittman arm. I have a 70 challenger, but firm feel recommend a large diameter arm since its stronger. If you go with the fast ratio arm, be aware that you cannot run headers. I have a 440. Don't know if it affects a small block.