cool, hope everything works out for you!
@redsox, yeah, there axles cost less than what i would expect for a 44" machined 1" bar. once i finally have the time/tools/materials/parts all lined up i will be getting my new 44" long, 1" DIA keyed, steel axle from them, cost, $25!!!!!!!!!!! might be the cheapest part i buy (that's good and bad at the same time).