Kraze makes himself available to the rust server owner's slack community. I explained my situation. He began responding in under 10 seconds. Within about 8 mins of me asking him annoying questions I had all the answers I needed to conclude certain hardware upgrades were very worth it, and that everything was possible and in place to do a smooth transition plan to the new box within 1-3 days. Obviously this plan is now being executed, and my blood pressure has gone down.

"I am watching this, and gotta say: has anybody seen such support before?! im mind blow. NFO in my heart for ever
I couldn't have put it better myself. Love you guys!