Thank you all for your input. I now have a good idea of what to do, what to use, and how to do it. Since posting, I have had a chance to look at the designs that you guys have posted as well as several others. I originally tried a search on Graybeard for info. but search is not working, at least not for me.
DD, thanks for the "Safe Loads and Cannon plans"...that led me to numerous plans, info., etc. and it is much appreciated.
GGaskill, thanks for the dimensions, steel choice, etc. it is appreciated greatly as well.
Cat Whisperer, I'd like to take you up on the offer for some 1144. I will PM you and see if we can work out a deal.
Thanks again for all of your help.
flyfisher