here is a quick drawing of what I mean about the custom top
http://tamor.us/members-rigs/albums/album225/top.jpg
one reason I like this idea is it allows me to mod the rear area to fit my needs better. For one, with this setup I could ditch the tailgate, and mount a fullsize spare flat in the bed, slightly hanging out the back. I could also notch the floor to run my rear shocks straight up, and I wouldn't have to worry about gas fumes if I moved the tank into the back
oh yeah, if I did it this way I would probaly bob the thing. Does any see this thing quickly turning into a trainwreck? :D But I figure its better to plan ahead so one mod doesn't get in the way of another and cost me more money