As Martin stated, "there are thousands of these trucks driving around without the rivets". It is centered on the hub and the wheel/lug nuts keep it from going anywhere. Therefore the front would be just like the rear, no longer studs, no spacers, no bolts, no mess or fuss.
Fred


1956 3100 Pickup/Red/350/3sp OD/PS/Disc Brakes
1957 Bel Air Sport Coupe/Red/355/TH350/PS/Disc Brakes
2017 Silverado LT Single Cab SB/Black/5.3/6 Speed Trans
1947 Willys CJ2A w/F-Head engine