You might also try looking in the Tech Tips and the FAQ's (See the menu at the top of the page) -- This question has at least one article written on it
Actually, the FAQ is
here The best advice, though, is before you do anything, go to motorbooks.com and order a copy of Tom Brownell's "How to restore your antique Chevrolet Pickup, 2nd Edition."
Welcome aboard, by the way
John