definitely some extra things to think about now. the most i see the car capable of is 9.5's and possibly 9.0's with the correct top end. it will be well under 150 so i won't need a chute. only the cage would need certing as far as i know. i already have pants and a jacket thanks to old man bill and the jacket is needed with any aftermarket power adder. 5 point can be re-certed every 2 years or sold on egay.
if i had known i would have been given this opportunity to have the cage welded in, i would have went chromoly 10 point right off the bat. for now i will just make do with what i have and limit the car to what it is allowed to run, if needed.
always appreciate everyones' inputs