Thanks again everyone. The subframe will make it in there next winter at the latest. We've got our second kid on the way in about 6 weeks. I've got some stuff around the house to do and I want to drive my truck NOW! So I'm off to find me some '51-'54 parts. If the Honey-Do list gets worked out early maybe the subframe will make it in this summer (subframe tech questions to come at a later date - so get ready). Thanks!