i did get the spacer info-thanks! haven't had a chance to call yet though, had a few bites from craigslist on selling them too- would be easier to sell them and not have to do the spacers- but i may not have a choice.
he doesn't live in Hoover, I think he lives around gardendale somewhere. i'll see if he can get me a pic. he told me today he didn't think he would be able to rebuild with what insurance gives him. not sure if he's gonna get the remains or if insurance company is gonna get it.