Well I have heard enough to make a decision to build on the S-10 platform. I picked up a 1985 S-10 4X4 for $550.00 and got it into the shop today, I'll be ordering the conversion kit very soon and will get the body swap done (hopefully) by early summer. I will get with CSP to get the VIN numbers checked for the new builders title and start the transformation. I will get photos of the S-10 before we get going but I already have the '51 torn down and most of the priming done. I still have a few dents to pull out and one lower door panel to cut-out and replace but I am excited to get her back on the road as soon as I can.
Kevin