Congrats and it looks great! I'd get that pipe off of there and get a muffler on that thing. I have been to a few plow days with people running a straight pipes and they are pretty loud to run all day. CubDieselFan had some new ones for sale at a great price if you are looking to install one. Check the engine cooling fan bearings and drive line real good too.
Keep us posted on the updates with lots of pics.
