Glad the info is helpful!
You're correct that replacing the original bushings and seal with an "Okie Bushing" with seal unit is the way to go. Lots of folks have done them and there are many threads discussing how to go about it.
Here's just one example, but it's the best and most complete
Okie Bushing Installation thread I found so far IMHO. Granted the original truck being discussed is a '46, but your '50 should be pretty much the same. One word of caution - the early 1950 model year was when a slight change in the front drive shaft bushing set up happened. Some early bushings are actually retained by dowel pins peened in place the same as 1948-49 models. Check out the Shop Manual on
Page 4-5 and
Page 406 as the diagrams and instructions will help you determine which setup you have.
Give this Okie Installation thread a read. From there, maybe you want to start a new thread to focus on the Okie bushing topic and ask related questions to help keep the discussion on one task.
