...I hear ya! It's a necessary evil, IMHO.
Which pump did you decide on? Are you gonna drill holes in your stat or get a washer/restrictor kit...
I just got a box 'o goodies today... 15lb. NX bottle and a few misc. items (hobbs switch, NHRA blow-off valves, extra bottle nipple and nut) ...and a G-Force SFI jacket to please the tech. guys at the track that were giving me hell last time out. Gee, I can't wait for my credit card bill to show up
Anyhow, have fun! ...let us know how the install goes, and post some pics for all to enjoy
Later