Bud Rod, welcome "back" to the Stovebolt. A man just can't find a better place if he owns and old Chevy truck!
Personally I like to keep them looking as close to original as possible but with subtle updates that don't distract from the vehicle its self. I call it resto-mod. There are lots of stuff you can do....but its your truck and we'll abide by your decision and then help you get there.
I'm running with my panel on drum brakes all around but with open driveshaft as I pulled the torque tube and stuck in a latter model center section...or as I call it the "pumpkin".

We have a Forum for Panel and Suburbans so be sure to check in there. Ask engine questions in the Engine Forum, driveline questions in the Driveline forum and so it goes. If your doing "modifications" some of those questions need to be posted in the HiPo Forum. The guys here are great about helping. Just let us know what you need to know.
....and the 55 HT you can send to me!

....since Stovebolt Headquarters are in Md. be sure to plan on being at the Homecoming in late April. Its a blast!


1937 Chevy Pickup
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1952 Chevy Panel
In the Gallery
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1950 Chevy Coupe
Pictures!

I'd rather walk and carry a Chevy hub cap than ride in a Ferd.
I can explain it to you, but I can't understand it for you smile