Thanks for all of your replies. Gives me a lot to think about. Right now I am leaning toward going back pure stock. It was only made that way once and I don't think I can justify making the change. I need to get my plan together and jump in as this will be my winter project this year.

Alkay3
1939 GMC 1/2 Ton Pickup
1940 Chevy 1 1/2 Ton Truck
1948 GMC 970 Series Tandem Axle
1949 GMC 970 Series Tandem Axle


1939 GMC AC-102 Long Bed 1/2-Ton
In the Legacy Stovebolt Gallery
More details in his DITY Bay

1940 Chevy WB Series 1.5-Ton
In the Stovebolt Gallery