I have uploaded to the group's file repository two .pdf files about this modification, hope it is helpful to anyone considering doing similar. I am very happy with the outcome, and would do it again anytime.
http://www.homemodelenginemachinist.com/index.php?action=tpmod;dl=get316
http://www.homemodelenginemachinist.com/index.php?action=tpmod;dl=get317