Howdy Fox You have the Stovebolt community eagerly watching your new project. You do such nice work your Gramps would be proud. Think of it as a learning project for Everett (and the rest of us).
The 71/72 ?donor truck is quite rebuildable just find a 1/2 ton axle and front hubs. (they went to 5 stud in 71). It is amazing that it sat for so long it still has yellow plates. We went to white ones in 84.
Enjoy your vacation time. Howie ( my wife wants to know what vehicle your wife will get?)