How would we be able to get every nick and cranny though? I do like road trips.

I really have a problem. 

What do you mean face of the yoke?
Take the ujoint sraps off. Turn yoke so joint surfaces are verticle. Set indicator in the yoke.
Being burnt out means you need more shop time. Burnt out is a feeling you get you don't get Alot of accomplishments. The more things you accomplish, the less burnt out you are. This is because you end up being rewarded for your work when you see progress.
Also remember as icehouse said, it does take some grinding of the brackets to get them to sit right. That they don't just fall into place.
Also, and this is a sincere offer, you can ship the truck and all the parts up to me and I will finish the truck for you free of charge and guarantee its done 30 days before bb14. Just letting you know.