Thanks for the input Sevensceondsuv, I had both gearboxes on the bench at the same time, the PS gearbox, pump and pulley system was easily a good 15 to 20 LBS heavier than the manual box alone, wish I have weighed both, will do the PS unit next time I am in garage and post an accurate number, that is forward weight, meaning in front of the front axle line, rule of thumb is every 50 LBS reduction can result in 1/100th sec on the 1/4 mile (that's what I have been told and read in many posts, if I am wrong please let me know), so I think the weight reduction is a good trade off for some arm workout in the parking lot, and besides where I live driving and chatting on cell will get you a $350.00 donation to the local policeman's association the, lol.
Forgot to mention I do like the feel of a good manual steering setup, most PS units make me feel disconnected with the road and make driving boring, IMO. Wonder if a manual would be easier in a short bed or long bed, mine is a long bed truck, standard cab.