Wow, way to jump right in FMTT! What a cool introduction. You sound very focused and ready to do this thing, man!! You have a lot of great energy going on...
I am currently using tram's with much success weaning off about 100mg per day of vicodin. My usage wasn't always that high but had gotten to that point. The trams work for me, I don't abuse them, and they allow me to come down softly. I just can't handle the cold turkey harshness.
I'm glad you're here and would love to hear more of your chronicles!