hello all,

it seems i have purchased a real rust bucket. as i have been tearing it down i have found rust holes in the frame rail vertical section as well as the cross member directly below back of cab/start of bed and some heavy pitting in areas on the horizontal.

the end goal is a semi original daily driver, 228 or 302(if budget allows) t5, slightly lowered otherwise stock

so what is the difference in frame years and easiest swap regarding cab/fender/bed mounts. i was thinking maybe 50? up to take advantage of tubular shocks???

aside from front motor mount are the chevys compatible

thanks,
ryan